Did People Really Look Older Back in the Day?
Why do people in old pictures frequently look older than their age? Watch for a fascinating explanation of this phenomenon called "retrospective aging."
These 6 People Will Inspire and Motivate You
Hear 6 exceptional people tell their extraordinary life stories. They will amaze you.
This Smart Businessman Opens Up About The Generational Gap
Chip Conley explains how Baby Boomers and Generation Y can learn from each other in the work place.
Spiritual Teacher Explains: How to Connect Your Awareness
In this lecture, Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche, a spiritual Buddhist leader from Nepal, will explain how to connect to your consciousness to achieve personal results.
Where Do Common Dog Breeds Come From?
Explore the genealogical tree of the man's best friend, and learn of the origins of common dog breeds like the spaniel and the golden retriever.
You Weren't Born Shy: A Great Motivational Speech!
Stone Thomas gives a beautiful little story that teaches us some life lessons.
This Man Became an Entrepreneur at 66! Here's How!
In this inspirational TED-Ed video, Paul Tasner shares his story about how he became an entrepreneur at the age of 66.
Why and How do Dogs Love Us? An Expert Explains
An amazing study that started modestly but succeeded beyond expectations, revealing fascinating details to scientists about the brain and emotions of dogs.
Can A.I Catch What Doctors Miss? A Fascinating Talk
How close are we to that and can AI really do better than a human doctor? This fascinating TED Talk addresses these issues.
How Did We Invent the Dollar? Learn Its Meandering History
In this video, we will learn a short history of the U.S. Dollar.
Same Country, Different Name - The Story of Exonyms
Ever wonder why we call Germany, well, 'Germany,' but they refer to themselves as 'Deutschland?
Scary But So Fun: The Evolution of Roller Coaster Loops
If you’ve ever rode a roller coaster with a loop, you may have noticed that it's never fully circular. Ever wonder why?
Ted Talk: How Being Sensitive Can Uplift the World
This video makes us realize why your sensitivity is really a strength.
Why Do Buildings Need Foundations?
This visual demonstration shows what happens when you build a house without reinforcing it with a foundation.
Burj Khalifa - How the World's Tallest Building Was Built
Explore the building history of the Burj Khalifa and the engineering innovations that made the construction of the world's tallest building possible...
She is Over 100 Years Old, but Her Passion Will Amaze You
Watch the inspiring story of a 105-year-old Indian woman who runs her own organic farm.
4 Real-Life DIY Stories That Will Inspire You to Dream Big
Find inspiration in the real-life DIY stories of these amazing people who created some incredible things in the backyard.
8 Inspirational Sports Films for Fans to Watch in Lockdown
Here is a list of some of the most inspiring sports movies that will help ease the cravings of fans in the current pandemic situation.
12 Crash Course Videos That Will Expand Your Horizons
Quarantine is an opportunity to learn something new! Check out this well-made series of videos that cover almost any topic you can think of!
How to Really Change Your Behavior For the Better
Dan is going to teach you some tricks about changing your daily behavior to suit changes in your life
Fascinating: About Grief and Love in the Animal Kingdom
This lecture will take you deeper into the issue of animal grief and its complicated problems.
Franca Viola: The Woman Who Had the Courage to Say "No"
The inspiring story of an Italian woman who, in the 1960s, had the courage to stand up to tradition and say no.
Ted Talk: What's at the Bottom of the Ocean?
Victor Vescovo talks about his submersible and his exploration of the floors of the oceans in a way unlike any done before.
The Surprising Reasons Why Real Champagne Is SO Expensive
Real champagne costs from hundreds to thousands of dollars, with one rare bottle sold for 100.000 USD! But what makes this drink so pricey?
Don’t Buy Into the Trickery: How Airports Make You Pay
This video explains all the major locations in your average airport that exists just to “ease” you from your hard-earned cash
What is Our Executive Brain, and How Can One Improve It?
Did you know your brain had a brain? The executive brain is the part of us that plans. What is it and how to improve its function?
Why We Sleep: A Fascinating Lecture!
In this fascinating lecture, you're going to learn all about why we need to sleep and what happens while we do.
Ted Talk: When a Rape Victim Confronts the Rapist
In this ted talk, a woman talks about and confronts her rapist and talks about forgiveness.
Each Generation Has Its Own Unique Take on Life
The generation you belong to determines a certain part of your character. Here we breakdown the differences between today's generations.
This Famous Speech is Still Amazing Today!
One of the greatest speeches ever made, for the love of freedom, the love of human beings.
Son of a Terrorist Speaks: Why I Choose Peace
The son of a famous terrorist, Zak Ebrahim's story is shocking and surprising.
Before Death, This Sick Child Has Something to Say
His Philosophy for a Happy Life...
This Person Broke Something, But Not Their Spirit.
Cross-country skier Janine Shepherd hoped for an Olympic medal -- until she was hit by a truck during a training bike ride. ...
On Immigration, World Poverty, and Gumballs
In this fascinating talk, you'll be getting a precise illustration of the kind of difference immigration policy will have on world hunger.
Inspiring Talk: How You Define Yourself?
Once labeled 'The World's Ugliest Woman', Lizzie Velasquez asks questions that touch the heart of the issue
How Societies Can Age More Gracefully...
In this fascinating talk, scholar Jared Diamond contrasts the way we treat our elders to the way they treat elders in tribal societies, with some surprising results!
How We Vanquished the Small Pox - Fascinating!
The Story of How We Beat the Small Pox in a fascinating animated lecture.
Inspiring: 80-Year-Old Holds Guinness Record for Planking!
Meet Annie Judis, the 80-year-old who became the oldest person to hold an abdominal plank earlier this year.
How Islam Separated Into Sunni and Shia: The Full Story
What happened, and why did it cause Islam to split into two factions?
Real-Life Superheroes: Their Stories Will Amaze You
These real-life superheroes deserve recognition!
A Modern-Day Noah: Caring for Creatures Great and Small
Watch the amazing story of a woman who takes care of more than 70 animals at a sanctuary.
What is the Story Behind the Scilian Mafia?
Explore the origins of the Sicilian Mafia, known as Cosa Nostra.
Meet the One-Handed Climbing Champion, Brian Zarzuela
Brian Zarzuela has overcome disability in the most extraordinary ways.
A Fascinating History of the New Year’s Eve
Did you know that New Year's hasn’t always been celebrated on January 1?
Discussing 10 of the Most Expensive Divorces in History
Presented are ten of history's most exorbitant divorce settlements, serving as testament to just how expensive these events can truly be.
This Beautiful Little Story is a Visual Delight
In this gorgeous, award-winning little animated short, you'll find a mouse with a great ambition.
A Word from Warren Buffett: Investing for Beginners
Unpack the genius of Buffet's philosophy and get a chance to understand the financial world through his eyes. Tune in, absorb, and let your financial journey flourish.
Exploring the Fascinating History of Popcorn!
exploring the history and evolution of this irresistible snack - popcorn!
7 Life Lessons Taught by Winston Churchill
To inspire others, we have compiled 7 lessons he taught us through his life's work and life.
Your Voice is as Unique As Your Fingerprints
This fascinating video explains how this unique characteristic of humans works, and what makes our voices unique.
Can A.I. Outperform These 20 Professionals?
Here's a comparison video we're all secretly curious about...
29 Psychological Tricks that Make You Spend More Money!
What are the psychological tactics used by salespeople, marketers, and retailers that make us buy more?
This Visual Shows the Science Behind the Shape of Rivers
A fascinating visual model that explains why and how rivers change their course.
The Many Calendars of the Modern World - Fascinating!
This video reviews some of the most common calendars in the modern world.
Exploring the Fascinating History of the Flying Ship
The USS Plainview was an American ship that could fly. Literally. But what happened to it?
Nostalgia - '70s Teenagers Recalling the Good Times
These groovy 70's teenagers, now proud parents and grandparents, sit for a chat with their younger relatives to compare adolescence now and then.
Welcome to Europe's Skyscraper Capital
This German city has the highest number of skyscrapers in all of Europe, and it's not Berlin!
6 Life Lessons From the 1929 Great Depression
These are deeper lessons that require adopting a new worldview. Let's see what history has to teach us.
Why Does a Money Transfer Take SO Long?
There's one important subject we wish we had learned in school but didn't - economics. This video covers a lot of the basics.
Would YOU Return a Lost Wallet?
Test yourself - how honest are you with yourself, really?
A Stroll Down Market Street, San Francisco in 1906
Hop on the wagon, we're going strolling down Market street in 1906's San Francisco with our horse and carriage!
Will We EVER See a 500-Year-Old Skyscraper?
Will high-rise buildings like the Empire State Building or the Burj Khalifa remain standing or be forever forgotten in 500 years?
30 Vintage Pics That Are Worth More Than a Million Words
Enjoy this great collection of rare historical photos.
Why Are Copies of European Cities Popping Up in China?
The Eiffel Tower, Tower Bridge, Hallstatt - copies of all these and many other beloved European destinations are popping up in cities across China.
Where Did the Language of Hebrew Come From?
This video will explain the surprising and fascinating origin of this ancient language.
The World's TALLEST Statues Compared
From the Sphinx of Ancient Egypt to the Statue of Unity in India, here's the scale of the world's tallest statues.
NO Commercial Air Routes Go Through Antarctica. Here's Why
Several commercial air routes will take passengers through the North Pole, but no route goes through the southern reaches of the Antarctic. How come?
Once and For All - Do You Have to Wash Rice or Not?
Let's find out the answer once and for all - do you have to wash rice before cooking it or not?
Meet the Man Who Transformed a Barren Land Into a Paradise
Watch the inspirational story of David Bamberger, who transformed 5,500 acres of barren land into a paradise.
This Fox Is a Real Football Fan!
You probably saw a cat or a dog accidentally run out on a football field mid-game... But have you ever seen a fox?
Portugal Wants to Double Its Territory As Early As 2022
This European country is planning to expand its territory twofold, and the way it is planning to do so will surprise you!
Is All This Noise is Making Our Lives Shorter?
European scientists concluded that noise is the second biggest environmental risk to public health after air pollution. How does noise impact our health?
A Malaria Vaccine Is On the Horizon
Four malaria vaccines are currently in development or awaiting clinical trials. Here is a review of these vaccines.
Why and How Do Sinkholes Form?
You've likely heard of the term "sinkhole" on the news or even seen one in real life. But how do these holes form, and why?
Learn All About the History of the English Language
Ever wondered where the English language came from and how it evolved over time? If so, then this is the perfect video for you!
Why Is It Impossible to Make New Stradivari Violins?
Stradivari violins are the most famous musical instruments in the world. The silvery sound of these violins cannot be recreated by modern instruments, but why?
How a Prisoner Used Soup to Escape His Cell
Have you ever hear of a prisoner using SOUP to escape? This is their story...
Why Are Airplanes Divided Into Different Classes?
Have you ever wondered if business and first-class plane seats actually making the airline any money? The answer will surprise you...
The Wondrous World and History of Microcars
Learn about the history of the microcar, the tiny little vehicle that is currently having a comeback!
The Reason Why No One Ever Smiles In Old Photographs
Discover the real cultural and technological reasons behind the serious faces in old portrait photographs.
This 100-Year-Old Is the World's Oldest Female Powerlifter
This 100-year-old lady from Florida is the oldest competitive female powerlifter in the world.
How We Domesticated Our Pets and Farm Animals
Have you ever wondered why it's impossible to breed a pet lion? Or how we managed to domesticate cats? Find all your answers in this series about domestication.
Have You Watched These Amazing TV Miniseries Yet?
Short-run TV shows are great for quick entertainment. Here’s a list of some of the best miniseries you might not have seen.
Short Documentary: How Do Submarines Dive and Surface?
Ever wondered how submarines dive and surface? It's all quite fascinating...
The Surprising Origin of the Frozen TV Dinner
Frozen 'TV dinners' once dominated the American market. This is the surprising origins story of this popular food.
Car Designs Have Changed SO Much Over the Last Century
A classic car expert provides an in-depth analysis of the last 100 years of car design.
Why Did We Start Going to the Beach For Fun?
Did you know that going to the beach for recreation is a relatively new invention? For most of human history, the concept simply did not exist...
Fascinating: The Man Who Broke Math
This question led a logician to a discovery that would change mathematics forever.
Why Were Masks SO Popular In Medieval Venice?
Venetian masks are one of the city's most iconic symbols. But what is the history of these unusual accessories? Find out the surprising answer in this video.
There's a Word We Need to Stop Using...
This video shows how much better our language becomes when we stop using one simple word.
Odd One Out - The Reason French Pronunciation Is So Unique
Italian, Spanish, and French all evolved from Latin. If all of these languages have the same root, why does French pronunciation sounds so different?
The Bone Wars - History’s Most Notorious Scientific Feud
The Bone Wars is the most notorious scientific feud in history. It all began when two scientists decided to compete in their discovery of dinosaur fossils.
These Obscure Cities Play a HUGE Role In Global Economy
Dozens of enormous cities in China remain obscure despite the huge role they play in the global economy. Get to know them in this video.
Listen to the Story of a Woman Who Had COVID-19 For a Year
This young woman is a professor of social epidemiology, and her story is one everyone must hear. She shares her experience of having COVID-19 for a full year.
The Great Wave - Why Is This Piece of Art SO Famous?
The Great Wave Off Kanagawa is one of the most recognizable art pieces in the world. This is the story behind this iconic Japanese artwork.
Full Documentary: Unearthing the Lost World of Angkor Wat...
This fascinating feature-length documentary explores the ancient civilization that inhabited Cambodia's Angkor Wat. Watch it in its entirety here.
The Surprising Reason Why Babies Shouldn't Drink Water
For babies, water can be deadly. Have you ever wondered why that is the case?
Irena Sendler - The Woman Who Saved Over 2000 Lives
Get to know the amazing story of Irena Sendler, a social worker who saved the lives of over 2000 Jewish children During World War II
Is Antarctica Truly Owned by No Nation?
Antarctica doesn't belong to any nation, but that doesn't mean that it's completely off-limits to everyone...
Things We All Get Wrong About the Renaissance
Do you think that the Renaissance ended in the 14th century? Many people do, but in reality, this is just one of those pesky Renaissance myths we dispel here.