Crash Course
Pre-Columbian Theater, Spanish Empire, and Sor Juana: Crash Course Theater #22
This week, we're headed to the Americas to learn about the theater that existed there prior to the arrival of Europeans, how the theater of the Spanish influenced it, and the impact of Sor Juana Inez de la Cruz, playwrighting Spanish nun...
Crash Course
The Americas and Time Keeping: Crash Course History of Science
In this episode of Crash Course History of Science, we travel to the Americas to ask the question, "When are we?" and get some answers. We'll look at the Maya, Inca, and Olmec civilizations and how they recorded their science.
SciShow
Calendars, Codes & Virgins: 3 Myths About the Maya
Hank talks about the Maya, and helps dispel some myths about their historic civilization, revealing how, ultimately, they were just like us: smart, flawed, and awesome.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: A brief history of numerical systems - Alessandra King
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 0. With just these ten symbols, we can write any rational number imaginable. But why these particular symbols? Why ten of them? And why do we arrange them the way we do? Alessandra King gives a brief history...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: The history of chocolate - Deanna Pucciarelli
If you can't imagine life without chocolate, you're lucky you weren't born before the 16th century. Until then, chocolate only existed as a bitter, foamy drink in Mesoamerica. So how did we get from a bitter beverage to the chocolate...
Crash Course
Ancient Games: Crash Course Games
From the ancient Egyptian game of Senet to the Aztec's Patolli, games have been played since the beginning of civilization. Today, your host Andre Meadows is going to take a look at a few of these games, including some that are actually...
Crash Course
The Spanish Empire, Silver, & Runaway Inflation: Crash Course World History
In which John Green explores how Spain went from being a middling European power to one of the most powerful empires on Earth, thanks to their plunder of the New World in the 16th and 17th centuries. Learn how Spain managed to destroy...
Crash Course
The Spanish Empire, Silver, & Runaway Inflation Crash Course World History
In which John Green explores how Spain went from being a middling European power to one of the most powerful empires on Earth, thanks to their plunder of the New World in the 16th and 17th centuries. Learn how Spain managed to destroy...
Curated Video
How Mexico City Grew So LARGE And Why It's Facing An Existential Problem
Mexico City is the largest city in North America by far at about 22 million people in its metro area. But despite being such an overwhelmingly dominant city, it's facing an existential crisis due to some absolutely god awful geography....
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...
Curated Video
The Culinary Delights of Mexico: Exploring the Flavors and Gifts of Mexican Cuisine
This video explores the rich and diverse world of Mexican cuisine, highlighting its unique ingredients and their global influence. From the staple grain of corn to the famous tomato-based salsa and the beloved avocado in guacamole,...
Curated Video
Exploring the Culinary Flavours of Mexico: A Fusion of Tradition and Influence
Join us on a culinary journey through Mexico, where the rich and diverse flavors of its cuisine are influenced by both ancient traditions and the Spanish conquest. With its tropical climate and abundant natural resources, Mexico is a...
Curated Video
Exploration and Missions in the Southwest
Dr. Forrester discusses the Spanish Explorers and their conquests in Mexico and in the southwestern United States. She also talks about the Mission San Jose, Mission San Antonio Valero, and Mission San Gabriel.
Curated Video
Chinampas of Mexico: Most Productive Agriculture EVER?
Permaculture instructor Andrew Millison journeys to the legendary chinampas of Mexico City, known as the Floating Gardens of Xochimilco. We visit Lucio Usobiaga, who heads up the Arca Tierra project, which is restoring the health and...
Jack Rackam
How to Topple an Empire with 600 Guys | The Life & Times of Hernan Cortes
How to Topple an Empire with 600 Guys | The Life & Times of Hernan Cortes
Jabzy
The Strangest War in History? - Aztecs vs the Ottomans in South East Asia
The Strangest War in History? - Aztecs vs the Ottomans in South East Asia
Curated Video
I WONDER - How Did Aztecs Grow Crops?
This video is answering the question of how did Aztecs grow crops.
Curated Video
Teotihuacan
One of the greatest civilisations ever built in the history. With all the advancements in the Messo America period, the culture depicted mysterious beliefs and practices. it may have been one of the most influential regions of the time.
Curated Video
I WONDER - Did The Aztecs Worship Gods?
This video is answering the question of did the Aztecs worship gods.
Weird History
Did A Mysterious Disease Take Out The Aztecs
For hundreds of years, history left us wondering what disease killed the Aztecs in the mid-1500s. Many assumed the Aztecs were one of many Central American groups to be wiped out by European diseases like smallpox. However, DNA testing...
Curated Video
Amaranth: From Ancient Staple to Modern Superfood
This video explores the fascinating history and resilience of the ancient grain, amaranth. From its origins in Mesoamerica and its importance to the Aztec civilization, to its condemnation by the Spanish conquistadors and subsequent...
Curated Video
Uses for Amaranth
For centuries, amaranth has been consumed for nutritional and medicinal purposes and used externally to treat a variety of rashes and wounds. Learn about the many uses for amaranth. Amaranth part 3/5
Religion for Breakfast
Aztec Religion Explained
In this episode we examine the topic: Aztec Religion Explained