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Groundhog Day Explained
What's the difference between Groundhog Gus and Punxsutawney Phil? A lot, if you live in Georgia or Pennsylvania! Learn about the ways different North American regions celebrate Groundhog Day with a fun video.
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: The (Secret) City of London Part 2: Government
Explains the very complicated government of the City of London. The city's lengthy history (e.g., it has had over 700 mayors) means that there are many unusual rules that impact on the election process. [5:48]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: Primary Elections Explained
Explains the complicated process and rules involved in primary elections. [5:20]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: What Are Continents?
Discusses what continents are, including other possible non-typical definitions. [3:50]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: Daylight Saving Time
Explains what Daylight Saving Time is, the rationale for it, and the costs and benefits of it. [6:40]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: American Empire
A concise explanation of how the United States is structured - its government, states, Indian reservations, island territories, and the federated states of Micronesia. [6:23]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: The True Cost of the Royal Family Explained
Explains how, despite what many people believe, having a Royal Family actually saves citizens money, and brings the country financial benefits, e.g., the many tourists who visit England each year. [4:43]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: How to Become Pope
Outlines the steps to becoming the head of the Catholic Church, from priesthood on. [5:09]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: The European Union Explained
Explains what countries make up the European Union, some basic rules for belonging to it, and some advantages membership gives. [5:50]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: Vatican City Explained
Discusses how Vatican City came into existence and the complicated way in which it is governed. [7:03]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: How the Electoral College Works
Explains how the Electoral College system is structured and how it works in an election, including for the American territories and for citizens living abroad. [4:43]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: Your Family Tree Explained
Explains the complicated relationships in a family tree and how to determine the relationship you may have to someone in your family. [4:00]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: Bizarre Borders Part 2: Canada and the United States
An interesting discussion of the border between Canada and the United States, and all the unusual twists and turns it takes. [5:26]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: The United Kingdom Explained
Explains the difference between the United Kingdom, Great Britain and England, as well as the Commonwealth Realm, the Crown Colonies, and more. [5:15]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: What if the Electoral College Is Tied?
Explains how the House of Representatives becomes involved if there is a tie vote in the Electoral College, and what rules apply. [3:37]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: How Many Countries Are There?
Discusses different ways countries are counted or recognized as legitimate. [5:26]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: Groundhog Day!
An amusing look at the traditions of Groundhog Day. [2:18]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: How to Become the British Monarch
Explains what is involved in becoming King or Queen of England, including the set of criteria one must meet. [4:13]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: The Difference Between Holland and the Netherlands
Explains why people often think of Holland as synonymous with the Netherlands, when that name really comes from the most populated provinces of the Netherlands - North Holland and South Holland. Also discusses other parts of the world...
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: The Debt Limit Explained
Explains how the President and Congress interact to manage the national debt and set limits on it. [3:49]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: The (Secret) City of London Part 1: History
Provides an overview of London's complicated history and governance. [4:48]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: How Scotland Joined Great Britain
Explains how Scotland made failed efforts to establish its own empire, and eventually ended up joining Great Britain. [2:32]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: Are Hong Kong and Macau Countries?
Explains the status and history of Hong Kong and Macau as special regions belonging to China. [4:52]
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Cgp Grey: Grey Explains: Can Texas Secede From the Union?
Outlines the pros and cons of Texas becoming an independent country. [3:32]