Curated Video
Who Was King Tut? Seek-and-Find Adventure
New ReviewExplore the fascinating life of King Tutankhamun, the boy pharaoh of ancient Egypt, in this interactive “seek and find” adventure. As we uncover the story of his short but mysterious reign, viewers can search for hidden treasures and...
Makematic
The Slave Trade
The Triangular Trade was a complex system of human trafficking spanning three continents. Between the 16th and 19th centuries, it saw millions of Africans transported to the Americas.
Makematic
Juneteenth
Every year on June 19th, the United States celebrates the end of slavery. In this video, learn about the history and meaning of Juneteenth.
Curated Video
Only In Italy 6 - Venetian Carnival
Venetian Carnival:People don elaborate masks and costumes from the eighteenth century at Venice's traditional lagoon city carnival, showcasing the city's rich cultural heritage.
Bedtime History
King Tut and Ancient Egypt for Kids | Bedtime History
Unlock the secrets of ancient Egypt with the legendary tale of King Tutankhamun! Join us on a fascinating journey through the life and legacy of this iconic pharaoh. Discover the mysteries of his tomb, filled with treasures that have...
Curated Video
The Taming of the Shrew Introduction 1 Scene Summary
This video summarizes the Introduction scene from "The Taming of the Shrew" where Sly, a drunken beggar, refuses to pay for broken glasses and falls asleep in an inn. A lord, upon discovering Sly, orchestrates a prank to convince him he...
Curated Video
The Taming of the Shrew 4.1 Scene Summary
This video offers a comprehensive summary of Act 4, Scene 1 from Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew." The scene is crucial in showcasing the developing dynamics in Petruchio's household following his marriage to Kate. The summary...
Curated Video
Julius Caesar 2.1 Metaphor
This video delves into a crucial scene from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," where Brutus discusses the strategic display of public remorse following Caesar's assassination. It highlights the historical context of political violence in...
Vlogbrothers
Headless Monarchy: The French Revolution, Part II
In which John Green continues his introduction to the history of the French Revolution, discussing Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette's flight to Varennes, the constituent assembly's attempts to write a constitution of France, France's brief...
Curated Video
What is servant leadership
This video explores the concept of servant leadership, an alternative leadership model that focuses on empowering others and serving employees as a means to achieve organizational goals. The video discusses the history of servant...
Curated Video
The Power of Fiction and Nonfiction: Understanding Tragedy and Retention
This video discusses the differences between fiction and nonfiction and how they can be used to communicate information. It uses the example of a classic tragedy to illustrate the power of storytelling and the importance of facts and...
60 Second Histories
The medieval banquet
This video gives a vivid description of a medieval banquet including the etiquette and food such as stuffed peacock
60 Second Histories
People in a Medieval castle; the constable's wife
This video describes some of the staff who work within the castle such as the house steward and the chamberlain and the duties they carry out
Curated Video
Christmas in the 18th Century part 3: Santa Claus and Other Traditions of the Georgian Christmas
In this video, we take a look at the evolution of Santa Claus and other traditions that emerged during the Georgian period. We explore how Santa Claus became a more prominent figure in the festive season, and how he began to merge with...
Curated Video
How Indistrialization Changed Christmas
Victorian Christmas part 2 The expansion of the railway system across the British Isles and the introduction of Bank holidays made it easier, cheaper, and quicker to travel to see friends and relatives during Christmas. Mass production...
Curated Video
Christmas in the 18th Century part 1: The Evolution of Christmas Celebrations in Georgian Britain
In this video, we take a look at how Christmas celebrations changed in Georgian Britain as the country moved away from its puritan roots. We examine the customs and traditions of the time, such as the exchange of small gifts, the...
Weird History
What It Was Like Being In a Medieval Castle
Living in a medieval castle wasn't all that glamorous. If you were one of the lucky ruling class, you got some wine or the occasional hot bath. But with the lack of plumbing, castles smelled pretty ripe. Not to mention rats. So many...
nxBEATS
The 12 Days of Christmas
Get into the festive spirits with our nxBEATS remix of the Christmas classic "The Twelve Days of Christmas." Lyrics: On the first day of Christmas my true love sent to me: A Partridge in a Pear Tree. On the second day of Christmas my...
Weird History
What It Was Like To Live At Versailles
During its heyday from 1682 to 1789, Versailles wasn’t just a palace - it was the center of France’s royal world. French royals, nobles, and state officials lived together in the sprawling palace complex. But despite the regal setting,...
Weird History
What It Was Like to Be Egyptian Royalty
What was everyday life like for Egyptian royals? In a word: busy. Though they lived in the lap of luxury and enjoyed a standard of living that most other ancient Egyptians didn't, Egyptian royalty generally didn't have much downtime.
Five Thousand Years
The History of Chinese Hair Pieces: How Were They Made
The use of #hairpieces was a common practice throughout Chinese history. Ancient Chinese people treasured their hair greatly. People wouldn’t get haircuts unless they were forced to. So what were the hair pieces made of? I'm wearing Tang...
5 Minutes English
Hinduism | 5 MINUTES
Hinduism is the world’s oldest religion, dating back over 4,000 years: Its early origins are ambiguous: with no single founder or definite starting point –in fact, many Hindus believe the religion is eternal, as old as time itself.
National Theatre
The World of Commedia: Exploring the Characters and Relationships
This film is an introduction to the world of Commedia dell'Arte. Learn about all of the stock characters in Commedia, the masked and the unmasked, their status, their physical shapes and their characters. This film was made from a two...