Crash Course
Atari and the Business of Video Games: Crash Course Games
Today, Andre is going to talk about the rise of Atari and with it the rise of the video game industry. So if you remember from last episode, we mentioned that the first arcade machine, Galaxy Game, happened to have a coin slot, but this...
TED Talks
TED: How I use Minecraft to help kids with autism | Stuart Duncan
The internet can be an ugly place, but you won't find bullies or trolls on Stuart Duncan's Minecraft server, AutCraft. Designed for children with autism and their families, AutCraft creates a safe online environment for play and...
TED Talks
John Wooden: The difference between winning and succeeding
With profound simplicity, Coach John Wooden redefines success and urges us all to pursue the best in ourselves. In this inspiring talk he shares the advice he gave his players at UCLA, quotes poetry and remembers his father's wisdom.
SciShow
Why Can’t We Make New Stradivari Violins?
Stradivarius are synonymous with quality, but how we can replicate their sound is a mystery!
SciShow
How to Make Pokémon GO
You wanna be the very best? Like no one ever was? Travel across your neighborhood with us and learn about some of the tech behind the phenomenon that is Pokémon GO.
Crash Course
The Future of Virtual Reality: Crash Course Games
Today, we're going to take a look at a seemingly cutting-edge technology that has actually been around for decades - virtual reality. Virtual reality devices have been introduced multiple times in the video game era, but they never seem...
Crash Course
When Predictions Succeed - Crash Course Statistics
In our series finale, we're going to take a look at some of the times we've used statistics to gaze into our crystal ball, and actually got it right! We'll talk about how stores know what we want to buy (which can sometimes be a good...
Crash Course
Nintendo and a New Standard for Video Games: Crash Course Games
So we ended the last episode at the North American Video Game Crash of 1983, and even though the video game market had collapsed in the United States, demand for video games remained strong in Europe and Asia. Nintendo of Japan,...
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Educational Games: Crash Course Games
Chess, Number Munchers, The Oregon Trail! Today, we're going to talk about gaming's role in education. Now technically all games have an educational component, because games are defined by their rules and players have to learn those...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: What happens when you have a concussion? - Clifford Robbins
Each year in the United States, players of sports and recreational activities receive between 2.5 and 4 million concussions. How dangerous are all those concussions? The answer is complicated and lies in how the brain responds when...
Crash Course
Shakespeare's Tragedies and an Acting Lesson: Crash Course Theater #15
Shakespeare's tragedies...were tragic. But they had some jokes. They also changed the way tragedies were written. Characters like Hamlet, Macbeth, and King Lear had tragic outcomes, but they were sympathetic characters in a lot of ways....
TED Talks
Mark Applebaum: The mad scientist of music
Mark Applebaum writes music that breaks the rules in fantastic ways, composing a concerto for a florist and crafting a musical instrument from junk and found objects. This quirky talk might just inspire you to shake up the "rules" of...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Wimbledon
WIMBLEDON MENTION THE NAME WIMBLEDON ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD AND YOU WILL USUALLY GET THE SAME RESPONSE - INSTANT RECOGNITION THAT IT IS THE HOME OF TENNIS AND PERHAPS THE HEART OF ENGLAND. ALTHOUGH IT MOVED TO ITS PRESENT HOME IN CHURCH...
Curated Video
Being Responsible: Achieving Dreams and Making a Better World
This video encourages children to be responsible and persevere in their actions and goals. It emphasizes the importance of taking care of oneself, working hard, and treating oneself with love and respect. Through fun and imagination, it...
Curated Video
The Fascinating World of Left-Handedness: Exploring the Advantages and Statistics
In this video, the presenter explores the topic of left-handedness and its prevalence in the world. They discuss the factors that influence handedness, such as genetics and external forces. Additionally, they highlight the advantage that...
Curated Video
The Exciting World of Table Tennis: From Origins to Olympic Dominance
Table tennis, also known as ping pong, is a fast-paced and highly competitive sport played on a small court with a net in the middle. Players use paddles with sandwich rubber to control the ball and add spin or speed. Originating in...
Curated Video
Rise of a Football Legend: The Carlos Tevez Story
This video provides a brief overview of Carlos Tevez's career, highlighting his success at both club and international level. It mentions his upbringing in a working-class neighborhood in Argentina and his journey to Europe, specifically...
Curated Video
The Legacy of Bobby Charlton and the Busby Babes: Triumph and Tragedy at Manchester United
This video provides a brief overview of Bobby Charlton's career as a player for Manchester United, highlighting his role as one of the Busby Babes, the tragic plane crash that claimed the lives of his teammates, and his subsequent...
Curated Video
Cristiano Ronaldo: The Ultimate Marketing Machine
This video discusses the marketability and success of Cristiano Ronaldo, highlighting his endorsements, sponsorship deals, and record-breaking achievements in football. It also touches on the controversy surrounding his sponsorship deals...
Curated Video
Innovations in Sports Technology: Improving the Sporting Experience
This video explores various technological advancements in sports, including a highly accurate football, a spray to mark free kick positions, and waterproof socks to keep players' feet dry and warm. These innovations aim to enhance the...
Curated Video
The Role of Robot Soccer in Developing Fully Autonomous Robots
The video discusses the European robot soccer championships, which take place at the Automatica trade fair for robotics and automation. The event showcases the role of robot soccer in developing fully autonomous robots. The teams face...
Curated Video
Only In Germany 17 - Mud Football World Cup
Mud Football World Cup:Experience a serious game of football in the World Mud Football Cup, where players get down and dirty for victory.
Curated Video
The Rise of Online Gaming in China: Opportunities and Challenges
This video explores the booming world of online gaming in China, where millions of players immerse themselves in virtual worlds every day. With the country's growing demand for personal computers and broadband, the industry is set to...
Curated Video
Combating Movie Piracy: The Rise of Secure DVD Players
Advances in file sharing technology have made it easier than ever to download pirated movies, causing significant financial losses for studios. To combat this, a secure DVD player has been developed to prevent leaked copies of screeners...