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Scientists Just Proved the Existence of ‘Liquid Glass’
First predicted nearly 20 years ago, researchers have finally (and accidentally) proved the existence of a new state of matter: ‘liquid glass’. » Subscribe to Seeker! http://bit.ly/subscribeseeker » Watch more Elements! http://bit.ly/ElementsPlaylist » Visit our shop at http://shop.seeker.com Glass is not a very slow moving liquid as some like to claim, unless we’re talking cosmic […]
What is the area? A nice problem from Singapore
Can you solve this challenging problem from the Mathematical Olympiad of Singapore? Thanks to Truong from Vietnam for the suggestion! Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/MindYourDecisions?sub_confirmation=1 Send me suggestions by email (address in video). I cannot reply to everyone but I consider all ideas! Like many YouTubers I use popular software to prepare my videos. You can search for […]
Why squiggly careers are better for everyone | Helen Tupper & Sarah Ellis | TEDxLondonWomen
Helen Tupper and Sarah Ellis met as ambitious students, keen to make their mark on the working world. Yet, after years of striving for promotions and pay rises, they realised that the traditional career ladder wasn’t all it was cracked up to be. In fact, it was holding them back from their true potential. Now, […]
Microbes Might Survive on Mars | SciShow News
We’re all excited about the Mars rover Perseverance this week, but scientists are also working on some other exciting things! Hosted by: Hank Green SciShow has a spinoff podcast! It’s called SciShow Tangents. Check it out at http://www.scishowtangents.org ———- Support SciShow by becoming a patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/scishow ———- Huge thanks go to the following […]
The Cost of Love | Hayley McGee | TEDxNewcastleCollege
How can we know if the cost of love is worth is? Writer and performer Haley McGee was on the phone with her credit card company, promising to pay her bill by having a yard sale, when she realised the only items she could sell were all gifts from her various ex-boyfriends. What followed was […]
Why we do not need elitism in education | Sol Gamsu | TEDxNewcastleCollege
The UK is famous for elite education. Mention education and the UK abroad and people will probably think of Oxford, Cambridge or the private schools that have educated many world leaders. But is this actually a good thing? Who benefits from an educational system which concentrates financial and cultural wealth into a handful of institutions? […]
5 Musical lessons of embracing entropy | Vishal Malik | TEDxIIMAhmedabad
Vishal Malik is a multifaceted corporate professional with almost 21 years of work experience with McKinsey & Company where he played six different roles. Besides having credible expertise in driving large scale change management and internal business transformation, Vishal is also a seasoned trainer and coach. With over 15 years of rich global experience in […]
How To Reinvent Public Speaking | George Andriopoulos | TEDxDerryLondonderry
A satirical look at the world of public speaking through the eyes of TEDx organizer and multi-time TEDx speaker, George Andriopoulos. George hypothesizes that the problem with public speaking is that a large amount of stages provide a platform for speakers to sell, which creates a precedent for the wrong kind of impact. Enter TEDx, […]
Language finds a way | Hannah Little | TEDxNewcastleCollege
What can science fiction teach us about the origins of human language? In this talk, Hannah will take us on a quick comedic tour of how humans might go about solving the seemingly impossible task of communicating with aliens, and what this sci-fi themed thought experiment can tell us about how language may have originally […]
The Game-Changing History of The Sims
The history of The Sims reveals a revolutionary game that was doubted time and again. People called it “the toilet game,” and it might not have taken off so quickly without a pivotal kiss. The Sims took the mundane activities of life and turned them into an addictive experience that changed gaming forever. Erin breaks […]
Why Putin wants Alexei Navalny dead
Navalny’s movement is unlike any in recent history. Subscribe to our channel! http://goo.gl/0bsAjO In 2006, a lawyer named Alexei Navalny started a blog where he wrote about corruption in his home country of Russia. It’s the most prominent problem under the regime of Vladimir Putin, who has ruled Russia since 2000. Putin has systematically taken […]
Depression and anxiety: How inequality is driving the mental health crisis | Johann Hari
New videos DAILY: https://bigth.ink Join Big Think Edge for exclusive video lessons from top thinkers and doers: https://bigth.ink/Edge ———————————————————————————- Expressions like “feeling down” or “feeling low” are more literal than we think, says Lost Connections author Johann Hari. A 30-year field study of wild African baboons by the incredible Stanford University professor Robert Sapolsky has […]
This Massive Super Earth Is Almost As Old As the Universe
In the ever-growing hunt for exoplanets, astronomers have recently discovered that one of the oldest stars in the Milky Way actually hosts a hot, rocky ‘Super-Earth’… when it shouldn’t. » Subscribe to Seeker! http://bit.ly/subscribeseeker » Watch more Elements! http://bit.ly/ElementsPlaylist » Visit our shop at http://shop.seeker.com Credit: W. M. Keck Observatory/Adam Makarenko Following the Big Bang, […]
My journey mapping the uncharted world | Tawanda Kanhema
Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks, transcripts, translations, personalized talk recommendations and more. Significant pieces of the globe are literally not on the map: they’re missing from the most widely used mapping platforms, like Google Street View, leaving communities neglected of vital services and humanitarian aid. In this globetrotting talk, photographer […]
Debunking the myth of the Lost Cause: A lie embedded in American history – Karen L. Cox
Examine the myth of the Lost Cause: a campaign created by pro-Confederates after the Civil War to promote the lie that they seceded for state’s rights. — In the 1860’s, 11 southern states withdrew from the United States and formed the Confederacy. They seceded in response to the growing movement for the nationwide abolition of […]
3 Body Parts You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
You might think that you’re pretty familiar with your body, but it turns out that our bodies still have some surprises for us! Hosted by: Stefan Chin SciShow has a spinoff podcast! It’s called SciShow Tangents. Check it out at http://www.scishowtangents.org ———- Support SciShow by becoming a patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/scishow ———- Huge thanks go […]
The Psychological Momentum from Fitness | Umama Kibria | TEDxAlpharettaWomen
Have you ever dated yourself? Umama Kibria shares how this weekly investment into our wellness ecosystem fuels our mental, physical and social wellbeing. She vulnerably shares her story of transforming her life as a first-generation Bengali American entrepreneur using fitness to fight adversity. Implement her tactical strategies for dating yourself, creating movement, and finding a […]
Why we need to know #HowToMeToo | Naomi Seligman | TEDxAlpharettaWomen
Even seasoned warriors for social justice can struggle to come to terms with sexual abuse in their own lives. Naomi Seligman knows because she’s one of them. Three years after Harvey Weinstein’s exposure spawned the #MeToo movement, it’s time to adapt and expand our thinking about abusers and survivors and learn #HowToMeToo. That means not […]
3 ways to upgrade democracy for the 21st century | Max Rashbrooke
Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks, transcripts, translations, personalized talk recommendations and more. Democracy needs an update — one that respects and engages citizens by involving them in everyday political decisions, says writer and researcher Max Rashbrooke. He outlines three global success stories that could help move democratic systems forward and […]
Testing Plants In ZERO LIGHT – Which Will Survive?
The best low light houseplants that can survive the darkest corner of your home, put to the test. Get 25% off annual CuriosityStream membership using code: asapscience http://curiositystream.com/asapscience Check out the podcast: https://youtu.be/h1yIDFfZirM Check out Nick’s Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NickPileggiPlants Join our mailing list: https://bit.ly/34fWU27 Created by Mitchell Moffit Editing by Luka Šarlija FOLLOW US! AsapSCIENCE TikTok: […]
Why These Hidden Organs Keep You From Falling Over
How exactly are your ears connected to your sense of balance? In the final episode of season 2, Patrick breaks down what the connection is and the outsized role hidden anatomy plays in this important sense. » Subscribe to Seeker! http://bit.ly/subscribeseeker » Watch more Human! http://bit.ly/HUMANplaylist » Visit our shop at http://shop.seeker.com Anatomists typically divide […]
Does Time Cause Gravity?
Sign Up on Patreon to get access to the Space Time Discord! https://www.patreon.com/pbsspacetime We know that gravity must cause clocks to run slow on the basis of logical consistency. And we know that gravity DOES cause clocks to run slow based on many brilliant experiments. But I never explained WHY or HOW gravity causes the […]
The Most Hardcore Creatures on Earth | Compilation
From mice that battle scorpions to microscopic moss piglets that can survive a solar storm, here are 6 of Earth’s most hardcore beings! Hosted by: Stefan Chin SciShow has a spinoff podcast! It’s called SciShow Tangents. Check it out at http://www.scishowtangents.org ———- Support SciShow by becoming a patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/scishow ———- Huge thanks go […]
Reimagining the Economy to Save the Climate | Andrew Steer | TEDxFoggyBottom
Dr. Steer showcases the current influence and changes of our world economy. “We are now ready for a change in a way that we were not before. We have a window of opportunity to break through that inertia.” Dr. Andrew Steer is the President and CEO of the World Resources Institute, a global research organization […]
Seeing With Heart | Louise Johns | TEDxBigSky
Louise Johns traces her journey as a documentary photographer and how it has shaped her relationships with people and the natural world. She has found that being present and listening inspires images that can open hearts and transcend boundaries. In her attempt to bridge understanding, she has also learned something about herself. Louise Johns is […]
How technology changes our sense of right and wrong | Juan Enriquez
Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks, transcripts, translations, personalized talk recommendations and more. What drives society’s understanding of right and wrong? In this thought-provoking talk, futurist Juan Enriquez offers a historical outlook on what humanity once deemed acceptable — from human sacrifice and public executions to slavery and eating meat — […]
Food History: Pickles
Pickles, kimchi, sauerkraut, oh my! The history of pickling foods dates back to ancient Mesopotamia and features cameos from Queen Elizabeth I and William Shakespeare. Who knew this sour treat had such an impressive journey? Food History is a show all about… well, the history of food. Join host Justin Dodd as he brings you […]
The boxing film that was banned around the world
In 1910, boxing heavyweight champion Jack Johnson defeated Jim Jeffries in the “Battle of the Century,” and the nation erupted. Subscribe to Vox and turn on notifications (🔔) so you don’t miss any videos: http://goo.gl/0bsAjO On December 26, 1908, American boxer Jack Johnson became the first Black heavyweight champion of the world, after defeating defending […]
NASA’s Most Powerful Rocket May Be One Step Closer to Launch
NASA decided to kick off the year by performing a test on the Space Launch System that’s destined to put the first woman on the moon. But things didn’t go quite as expected. » Subscribe to Seeker! http://bit.ly/subscribeseeker » Watch more Elements! http://bit.ly/ElementsPlaylist » Visit our shop at http://shop.seeker.com Learn more about NASA’s 2024 Artemis […]
Can you solve the demon dance party riddle? – Edwin Meyer
The only way into the world’s most exclusive club is to solve a challenge from the Demon of Reason. Can you get into the party? — Once a year, thousands of logicians descend into the desert for Learning Man. At the center of that gathering is the world’s most exclusive club, where under the full […]
How to create healthy green growth | RSA Events
As interest in green business models increases all over the world, how can we make sure we’re eliminating destructive practices and not merely greenwashing them? What can we do to achieve growth that is regenerative rather than wasteful, and which instils equity rather than exacerbating inequalities? Per Espen Stoknes, Director of the Center for Sustainability […]
Why Pandas LOVE Rolling in Horse Manure
SciShow is supported by Brilliant.org. Go to https://Brilliant.org/SciShow to get 20% off of an annual Premium subscription If you’re lucky enough to witness a panda applying a ripe layer of horse poop body paint to itself, you might assume it is a similar behavior to a dog frolicking in the stink of a dead animal. […]
Not Your Average Drug User: The Hidden Downfalls of the Opioid Epidemic | David Wosnick | TEDxUofT
Shortly before starting his graduate studies at the University of Toronto, David Wosnick began experiencing difficulties with his health and soon found himself in severe around-the-clock pain. Years later, he learned he was battling a rare disease known as Ehler’s-Danlos Syndrome. Despite feeling the world on his shoulders, Wosnick continued to pursue neuroscience research in […]
TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat — and the rise of bite-sized content | Qiuqing Tai
Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks, transcripts, translations, personalized talk recommendations and more. Short videos — 60 seconds or less, made and shared on apps like TikTok, Snapchat and Instagram — are more than just a fun way to pass the time; they’ve transformed how we work, communicate and learn. Digital […]
Como alcançar as metas que você define? | Sonia Santos | TEDxAtalaia
Nesse talk, Sonia Santos fala como você faz para atingir seus objetivos e como usar a inteligência emocional para isso. Além disso, ela acredita que a educação é um pilar fundamental para o desenvolvimento do ser humano! Sonia Santos é administradora de empresas, com mais de 30 anos de experiência no mercado financeiro, dentro de […]
The Science of Brain Health and Cognitive Decline | Eric Kandel
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How Old Cell Phones Are Protecting the Rainforest
Planted high in jungle treetops, used cell phones powered by small solar panels record and upload the surrounding sounds of the landscape. In real-time, the audio is analyzed by AI software that can recognize chainsaws, logging trucks, and other signs of illegal logging nearby and notify locals of the problem. This project by Rainforest Connection […]
Intel – From Inventors of the CPU to Laughing Stock [Part 2]
Become smarter in 5 minutes by signing up for free today: http://cen.yt/mbcoldfusion6 – Thanks to Morning Brew for sponsoring today’s video. Tech Society Podcast: youtu.be/aGi1tE1NO-E Part 1: https://youtu.be/JH2nXMv6yZI — About ColdFusion — ColdFusion is an Australian based online media company independently run by Dagogo Altraide since 2009. Topics cover anything in science, technology, history and […]
The world’s biggest battery looks nothing like a battery
Discover the world’s biggest battery and explore how inventors are creating other giant batteries to help power the world— sustainably. — As of 2020, the world’s biggest lithium-ion battery is hooked up to the Southern California power grid and can provide enough power for about 250,000 homes. But it’s actually not the biggest battery in […]
The 22 Year-Old Chemist Who Changed Leprosy Treatment | Great Minds
Go to http://Brilliant.org/SciShow to try their new Statistics course. Sign up now and get 20% off an annual Premium subscription. A cure for leprosy eluded humans for thousands of years, until the pioneering chemistry work of Alice Ball. With her treatment, patients recovered enough to be discharged from the hospital by the hundreds. Hosted by: […]
Understanding the history of ‘blackface’ — and why it’s so harmful | Dwan Reece | TEDxMidAtlantic
Throughout history, portrayals of characters in ‘blackface’ — with white people made up to caricature Black stereotypes — have been used in ways that demean, denigrate, and trivialize people of African descent. Dwan Reece, Curator of Music and Performing Arts at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History Culture, offers a detailed history of […]
Learning to right-size our responsibility | Ashleigh Zimmerman | TEDxSUU
From international youth camps to our individual scope of influence, Ashleigh brings to life the importance of humanizing the other side. Ashleigh Zimmerman studied sociology and social justice at Kean University on the outskirts of NYC. At SUU, Ashleigh works as the Coordinator of Financial Literacy and Completion to ensure financial barriers don’t get in […]
How a geospatial nervous system could help us design a better future | Jack Dangermond
Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks, transcripts, translations, personalized talk recommendations and more. What if we could better understand the world’s biggest challenges simply by looking at a map? Jack Dangermond, a pioneer in geographic information system (GIS) technology that powers the digital maps people around the world use every day, […]
I asked an AI for video ideas, and they were actually good
I didn’t expect this to work so well. • Includes text generated by OpenAI’s GPT-3 at my request: https://openai.com • Art by Chris Quay: https://www.chrisquay.com/ • Got an idea for a video? https://www.tomscott.com/contact/ Filmed safely: https://www.tomscott.com/safe/ OpenAI had no control or sign-off on this video, although I agreed to abide by their ethical guidelines and […]