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Hamlet 2.2 Word Nerd: Offal and Kite
This video explores the origins and meanings behind specific terms used by Shakespeare in his plays, focusing on "awful" and "kite." The video clarifies the etymology of "kite," referring to a bird of prey, and how this term came to be...
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The Birdman of Idaho Has Built Homes for Over 40,000 Bluebirds
Meet Al Lawson, a 97-year-old who has helped over 40,000 nestlings, increasing the bluebird population and inspiring others to aid in conservation efforts.
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The Parrot Whisperer Can Fix Your Bird Woes
Discover the challenges and rewards of working with parrots as Glenn Serino shares his 20 years of professional bird expertise.
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Scouting 13 Million Sky Raptors
Follow wildlife biologist Wes Larson as he travels to remote research station in the Goshute Mountains to study migrating raptors.
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Feathers and Flies, Inside Tom Whiting's Poultry Genetics World
Venture into Tom Whiting's world at Whiting Farms, where poultry genetics meet the art of fly tying.
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Macbeth 4.2 Interview: Lady Macduff and Son
This video focuses on the dramatic scene in Act 4, Scene 2 of Shakespeare's "Macbeth," where Lady Macduff confronts the dire consequences of her husband's actions. As Macduff has fled Scotland, leaving his family vulnerable, the video...
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Macbeth 1.6 Interview: Duncan and Lady Macbeth
This video explores the initial interactions between King Duncan, Lady Macbeth, and their guests upon arriving at Macbeth's castle. It delves into themes of hospitality, honor, and the dynamics between characters, highlighting the...
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ir Sound | Learn Phonics | ir Words | Learn to Read | British Teacher
Explore the 'ir' sound with Miss Phonics. Learn how to identify the sound, write the sound and read words that use the 'ir' sound. The 'ir' sound is a digraph or 'special friends' because it is made up of two letters. The 'ir' sound is...
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zz Sound | Learn Phonics | zz Words | Learn to Read | British Teacher
Explore the 'zz’ sound with Miss Phonics. Learn how to identify the sound, write the sound and read words that use the 'zz’ sound. The 'zz’ sound is a digraph or 'special friends' because it is made up of two letters. The 'zz’ sound is...
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The Pava Aliblanca, A Miraculous Return from Extinction
Witness the remarkable story of the pava aliblanca, a bird once declared extinct, now rediscovered and fighting for survival.
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Julius Caesar 1.1 Word Nerd: Pitch
This segment from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar" uses the metaphor of a bird's flight to discuss themes of power and control, illustrating how ambition can elevate individuals above their peers, potentially to society's detriment. It...
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Shakespeare's language shaped by falconry
Discover how falconry influenced Shakespeare's works and the English language with terms like "fed up" and "haggard."
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Barn owls, The unsung heroes of Napa Valley vineyards
Discover how barn owls contribute to vineyard health in Napa Valley through natural pest control, reducing the need for harmful chemicals.
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Peeks Might Fly
It’s haircut day at the Zoo, and while Mr. Peek is giving the gorilla a trim, Violet gets her balloon stuck in a tree
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The Bird that Wouldn't Sing
Wendy has found a nightingale with a sore wing, and Mr. Peek puts it in the aviary so they can keep an eye on it.
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A Midsummer Night's Dream 3.1.126 Cuckoo
The cuckoo bird is named after the sound it makes. Its behavior of the female laying eggs in the nests of males other than her partner has led to the term "cuckold," referring to a man whose wife has been unfaithful. In A Midsummer...
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A Midsummer Night's Dream 1.1.71 Word Nerd: Mew
The word "mew" originates from the Latin word "mutate," which means to change, and is the root of the English word "mutate." However, "mew" is specifically used to describe the molting process of a bird. This term has been extended...
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The Day Henry Met…A Toolbox
Henry meets an old Tool Box in the garage. Henry learns about all the different hand tools and what they do and what an invention is. Box is upset because he thinks he will never make any useful inventions because he's just surrounded...
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The Day Henry Met A Football
Henry meets a Football. She is excited about everything, especially when they meet two Football Boots wanting a football match. Henry becomes a Referee for the day helps keep the Boots in check and decide who is the best after all.
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The Need for Speed: Unveiling the Fastest Creatures in the Animal Kingdom
This video explores the incredible speed and agility of animals across the land, sea, and air. From the lightning-fast cheetah on land to the swift black marlin in the water and the soaring peregrine falcon in the air, each species...
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Tracking the Elusive Owls: Studying Behavior and Migration Patterns in the French Alps
In the forests of Altsari in the French Alps, biologist Adrian A Bishop uses high-tech equipment to track elusive birds like the Grand Duke owl. By fixing tracking devices on these magnificent creatures, researchers can monitor their...
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Natural Selection and Charles Darwin's Legacy
Explore the concept of natural selection, a cornerstone of evolutionary biology, through Charles Darwin's groundbreaking work. Learn how Darwin's observations of finches and other species during his voyage on the HMS Beagle led to his...
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Bird Migration: The Journey for Food and Breeding
This video explains why birds migrate, detailing how they move to find more food, breeding areas, and better conditions for raising their young. It discusses the distances birds travel, their preparation for migration by storing fat, and...
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Exploring the Speed and Innovation of Jet Aircraft
This video provides an overview of jet aircraft technology and speed capabilities, highlighting the design and function of jet engines and wings. It explores the concept of supersonic speed and mentions some of the fastest jets ever...