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The Value of Endurance
In this video, Salvatore the salmon, a member of the Salman Adai family from Canada, shares his insights on endurance. Through his own experiences of swimming against the current and overcoming obstacles, Salvatore emphasizes the...
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Courage: Lessons from King Leo the Lion
In this video, King Leo the Lion joins the show to talk about courage. He explains that courage is not the absence of fear, but rather facing fear with confidence. Leo shares a story about a boy named Akilana who needed to cross a river...
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The Two Congos: Why Africa Has Two Congo Countries With A HUGE Population Difference
Africa is home to two Congo countries: the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of the Congo/ But despite sharing a name, river, and rainforest, these two countries are actually quite different. Mostly it that the Democratic...
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Lapa Rios: A Model of Sustainable Luxury in Costa Rica
Discover how Lapa Rios eco-lodge integrates sustainability with luxury by using local materials, solar energy, and sustainable practices. Learn about their conservation efforts and the positive impact on the local community and...
Weird History
US Cities That Changed Their Names
From the early inhabitants of the original 13 colonies, to the pioneers who moved West and South as America expanded, there was one common problem when it came to establishing new settlements: What would they name their city? Some US...
Seven Dimensions
Asking Open and Tag Questions
Asking questions makes conversations more engaging and helps build rapport. The type, tone, timing, and framing of questions all influence the quality of a conversation. Questions should be respectful and suit the situation and your...
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What are Wild Coyotes Doing in the Big City?
Chicago is the third-largest city in the U.S., and one of the country’s most diverse. There’s a secret subculture here that’s growing larger by the year but lurks out of sight in shadow — coyotes! More than 4,000 of these canines prowl...
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Flight Lessons from a World Champion Drone Racer
Experience the world through two-time Drone Racing League Champion Jordan Temkin’s eyes as we dive into the mechanics and the physics of FPV (First-Person View) drones.
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Climbers’ Paradise is the Last Refuge for an Ancient Species
It’s called the Land of Arches. With more than 100 natural sandstone arches, Kentucky’s Red River Gorge is a breathtaking natural spectacle. The gorge is considered one of the world’s premier rock climbing destinations. It’s also a haven...
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What Will Life Look Like as MAJOR Rivers Run Dry?
As global warming continues, we are going to continue seeing record droughts and many places are, simply, going to have to live with far less water. But, more specifically, it means we are going to need to innovate both how cities and...
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Sadhguru answered my questions
This is the full uncut interview between Permaculture instructor Andrew Millison and Isha Foundation founder Sadhguru. This interview was conducted to use parts of in the video.
Great Big Story
Jake Koehler, uncovering hidden treasures in the Chattahoochee River
Dive into Jake Koehler’s journey from hobbyist to YouTube star as he explores the depths of the Chattahoochee River.
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Exploring Salzburg: Music, History, and Architecture
Salzburg, Austria:"We will go to the birthplace of Mozart, one of the most famous and influential classical music composers in the world ... in Salzburg, Austria."
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The Importance of Honesty
In this video, Helen the hippo shares a story about the importance of honesty. When she accidentally eats fruits from a basket that belonged to her new friend Lisa, Helen must decide whether to tell the truth or not. Through her honesty,...
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Delta
A geographical feature formed where a river reaches the sea or other large body of water into which it empties. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual...
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Floodplain
Flat land around a river or stream that is prone to occasional or frequent flooding. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science...
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Abiotic Factors in Ecosystems
What happens when non-living factors in an ecosystem are altered, such as rainfall or air quality? Biology - Ecosystems - Learning Points. An ecosystem is a living system interacting with its physical habitat. Changes in biotic and...
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Building the Hoover Dam
The construction of the then-largest dam in the world: how was the construction of the dam achieved and what is its legacy today? Earth Science - Earth's Resources - Learning Points. The Hoover Dam was built in the 1930s in Nevada, USA,...
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How Did The Grand Canyon Form?
Learn how the Colorado River carved this incredible land formation, revealing nearly two billion years of the Earth's geological history in the process. Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. The Grand Canyon is a gorge 2km deep,...
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How Are Rivers Formed?
From source to the sea, this film reveals how rivers are formed, and discovers why the Amazon River came to be so big. Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. Rivers are vital to life on Earth. Rivers are formed from meltwater from...
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Scablands: Carved By Water
Over 15,000 years ago, a glacial dam broke, releasing 2,000 cubic kilometres of water across Washington State. Discover how it created the landscape we see today. Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. Washington State's chaneled...
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Migration: Seasons
Wildebeest migrate across the African Serengeti plains in huge numbers in search of rain and fresh pastures. But their journey is fraught with danger. Biology - Ecosystems - Learning Points. African wildebeest annually migrate to stay in...
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Waterfalls and Gorges
Waterfalls and gorges are closely linked as erosional features. Explore how each are formed and the different types of erosion at work. Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. There are four forms of river erosion: attrition,...
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Liquid Density
We compare the density of oil, salt water and fresh water using displacement tanks. Equally weighted measuring cylinders are placed into the three liquids and the amount of water displaced is collected for comparison. Physics - Forces -...