Great Big Story
The mystery of Kryptos, a CIA puzzle unsolved for decades
Dive into the enigma of Kryptos, a CIA sculpture hiding an unsolved code, and meet Elonka Dunin, a dedicated cryptanalyst working to crack it.
Science ABC
Cave Paintings To Cartography: This Is How They Created Maps Before Satellites
In 1963, in Turkey, a cave painting was discovered that had been drawn around 6200 BC in Catal Hyük in Anatolia. This painting illustrated a town with streets, houses, and a volcano. Would you call this a cave painting or an attempt at...
Curated Video
Discovery of DNA
The story of a race between two teams of scientists in the 1950s - Francis Crick and James Watson, Rosalind Franklin and Maurice Wilkins - desperate to be the first to unlock the molecular structure of DNA. Biology - Cells And DNA -...
Curated Video
Venus 1: Atmosphere
The first attempts to land a probe on a different planet. Scientists hoped an Earth-like world might lie beneath Venus' dense atmosphere, but a very different reality awaited. Physics - Our Solar System - Learning Points. Venus was...
Wonderscape
How Was Stonehenge Built? Unraveling the Ancient Techniques
Delve into the mysteries of how Stonehenge was constructed over 1,500 years by Neolithic builders. Learn about the possible methods used to transport massive bluestones over 180 miles, shape the sarsen stones, and assemble the iconic...
Wonderscape
The Enigmatic Origins and Purpose of Stonehenge
Journey into the mystery of Stonehenge, the ancient monument built over 5,000 years ago in England. Learn about the possible purposes of this prehistoric structure, from celestial calendar to burial ground, and the impressive feat of...
Wonderscape
Paul Revere’s Early Years
Uncover the lesser-known early years of the American patriot Paul Revere. Learn about his father, Apollos Revoir, a French immigrant who settled in Boston, and how Paul followed in his father’s footsteps as a goldsmith. Explore Revere’s...
PBS
The Crazed Hunt for the Himalayan Yeti
Dr. Zarka examines the yeti’s origins, from Tibetan folklore and religion to the Westernized abominable snowman version. She explains how Buddhist beliefs, a series of intrepid 20th-century explorers, and a creatively translated word...
Curated Video
Extinction or Evolution: Unraveling the Mystery of the Dinosaurs' Demise
Journey back 65 million years to explore the catastrophic events that may have ended the age of dinosaurs. From the impact of a colossal asteroid to massive volcanic eruptions, discover how these monumental events shaped the fate of...
Curated Video
ChatGPT and DALL-E: Sell Your Creative Thinking with AI - ChatGPT Demo (Optional)
In this video, we will provide a demo of ChatGPT, a deep learning model used for generating human-like text. This video is optional for those who are already familiar with ChatGPT. This clip is from the chapter "Introduction" of the...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Cory Richards - The Color of Everything: A Journey to Quiet the Chaos Within
Cory Richards, a former professional mountain climber and National Geographic photographer, has transitioned into writing, focusing on his experiences with mental health. His memoir, "The Color of Everything," delves into his journey...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Cory Richards - Risking My Life in Order to Save It
Cory Richards, a former National Geographic photographer and professional mountain climber, reflects on his experiences summiting Mount Everest without oxygen in 2016. Despite the accomplishment, he realized that his pursuit of climbing,...
Curated Video
How Mountains Inspire Mythology
Majestic, mysterious forms that hold the secrets of the universe? Or big, inscrutable rocks that take a lot of effort to climb? In pretty much every culture, it’s all about majesty and mystery when it comes to mountains. Home to mighty...
PBS
Is Siren Head the Ultimate Modern Monster?
Lumbering through the countryside blasting its eerie messages from metal speakers perched atop a forty-foot wooden humanoid frame, Siren Head is a prime example of modern folklore born on the internet. Featuring insights from Siren...
PBS
Manananggal: The Flying, Disembodied, Blood Sucking Nightmare
One of the Phillipine’s most dangerous and bizarre aswangs, the viscera-sucking, self-segmenting monster hunts at night. A beautiful woman by day, this creature detaches its upper torso and grows wings after sunset. An intestine-dangling...
PBS
The Legend of La Llorona
The legend of La Llorona, the “weeping woman,” has terrified generations. This female ghost wanders in the darkness, crying as she searches for her children--the children she murdered. Some even say that she will capture other kids in...
Great Big Story
Steve Feltham's lifelong quest for Nessie
Join Steve Feltham in his relentless pursuit of the Loch Ness Monster.
Great Big Story
This Uncrackable Code Is Puzzling the CIA
Delve into the enigma of Kryptos, a mysterious sculpture at the heart of the CIA headquarters, challenging code-breakers for three decades. Meet Elonka Dunin, a puzzle enthusiast, and artist Jim Sanborn, the creator of Kryptos, as they...
Great Big Story
Cracking the Uncrackable Code
A 30-year unsolved puzzle at CIA headquarters has captivated cryptanalysts worldwide, with artist Jim Sanborn holding the key.
Mr. Beat
Amelia Earhart (Story Time with Mr. Beat)
Here is the story of aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart.
Great Big Story
Unraveling the mystery, A Twin Peaks-inspired detective tale
Follow a cryptic journey to uncover the truth behind a mysterious note, inspired by the enigma of Twin Peaks.
Curated Video
The Day Henry Met... a Sock
Today Henry meets left Sock, he’s very excited but his best friend's right sock has gone missing! Henry follows the clues to find right sock who wasn’t missing after all she was off planning a lovely secret surprise party for Best...
Wonderscape
Mummies of Egypt: Beyond King Tut
Explore the famous mummies of Egypt besides King Tut. Learn about Ramses II's powerful legacy, Hatshepsut's rule as a rare female pharaoh, and the significance of animal mummies in Egyptian culture. Discover how archaeologists used...
Curated Video
Riddle Me This, Can You Learn Vocab From Superhero Movies? - IELTS Energy Podcast 1300
Riddle me this listeners, do you enjoy watching superhero movies? Well, even if you don't, you can learn some fantastically high-level vocabulary today that was indeed inspired by this genre. Make sure to take notes today!