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The Surprising Centuries-old Origins of the Unicorn
Unicorns aren’t all pretty white horses, some of them have scales, fangs, or ox tails. It turns out, cultures around the world have tales of mythical one-horned creatures who often rule over the other beasts of their land. Over time,...
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Persephone: Bringer of Life or Destruction?
In Greek mythology, the magnificent mother and daughter duo Demeter and Persephone were the bringers of food and fair weather and were worshiped in lush harvest celebrations. But their story has a darker side – one involving violence,...
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Why Aren't Angels Scary Anymore?
As beings that mediate between heaven and earth, angels have been the focus of both fascination and fear for centuries. In the past, they’ve been described as fireballs, forms without substance, or massive beings that collect blood or...
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Rebecca & Ruth's Civil War Cats, A Unique Historical Diorama
Discover the unique Civil War museum by Rebecca and Ruth, blending historical dioramas with handmade clay cats.
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A Mime’s Silent Resistance Against Nazi Forces
Discover the incredible story of Marcel Marceau, the iconic mime who used his talent to save children from the Nazis during World War two.
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This Man Escaped the Iron Curtain by Zip Line
Join Daniel Paul on an extraordinary journey from the oppressive grip of Czechoslovakia's Communist regime to the dazzling lights of Las Vegas. In this captivating narrative, Daniel recounts his daring escape alongside physicist Robert...
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Designing the Apartment in ‘Friends’
Explore the legendary set of Friends with production designer John Shaffner, who reveals the secrets behind its unique design and cultural impact.
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The Taming of the Shrew 5.2 Interview: Sly
This video examines the conclusion of Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew" with a focus on the transformation and 'taming' of the character Kate. The discussion centers on the implications of Kate's change and whether it reflects...
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The Taming of the Shrew 5.2 Interview: Kate, Bianca, Widow, Petruchio, Lucentio, and Hor
This video explores the culmination of Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew" in Act 5, Scene 2, focusing on the thematic resolution through the depiction of three marriages and a festive banquet. Viewers will gain insights into the...
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The Taming of the Shrew 5.1 Scene Summary
This video provides a summary of Act 5, Scene 1 of Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew." It details the climactic convergence of characters at Lucentio's residence in Padua, focusing on the chaotic unraveling of mistaken identities...
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The Taming of the Shrew 4.4 Interview: Lucentio and Biondello
This video dissects a complex scene from Act 4, Scene 4 of Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew," focusing on the elaborate deception involving multiple characters impersonating others. Viewers will gain insights into the dramatic...
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Are Cyborgs Really Monsters?
Advances in technology are always met with some degree of technophobia – and villainization. Anxieties about humans being replaced by machines immediately emerged alongside voices praising their life-enhancing benefits. What is it about...
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Can All Monsters Be Traced Back to Tiamat?
Across multiple mythologies, the term “mother of monsters” is used frequently on the likes of women such as Echidna, Lamia, and Angrboda. But in Mesopotamian mythology, the mother of monsters is Tiamat, who’s less of a woman, and more of...
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The Enchanting Fairies of Celtic Lore
The fairies of Celtic traditions trace their origin back to an ancient race of otherworldly royalty - the Tuatha Dé Danann. As fairy nobility, the Tuatha Dé Danann were alternatively seen as gods, monsters, demons, and even the real...
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The Macabre Origins of the Grim Reaper
There are fewer images of Death personified than the scythe-wielding skeletal form of the Grim Reaper. But where did it come from? You may have heard that this haunting figure emerged as a result of the Black Plague, but that’s only a...
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Pontianak: The Vengeful, Violent Vampiric Ghost of Southeast Asia
The pontianak, or kuntilanak, has long been a staple of Malay horror. In addition to serving as an allegory for the tension between traditional and modern cultural and spiritual practices, these monsters gave name to a real city. In this...