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Solving the mysteries of how wildfires spread

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Once wildfires start, one of the ways they spread is through firebrandshot embers that blow into unburned areas. It happens quite often, yet theres a lot we still dont know about how firebrands work. To try to answer some of those questions, an Oregon eng
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Drawing Wayne Rooney

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Prismacolor colored pencil drawing of Wayne Rooney. My Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ArtistHeatherRooney Music: Deep Mind (Original Mix) by Niklas Thal https://soundcloud.com/niklasthal/niklas-thal-deep-mind
Saving birds with 'spider web' glass - BBC World Service, 30 Animals podcast

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Could we save millions of birds every year with a glass design inspired by spider webs?Subscribe - http://youtube.com/bbcworldserviceThreads called stabilimenta on the orb-weaver spider's webs have inspired a glass design that deters birds from colliding
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Bean Time-Lapse - 25 days | Soil cross section

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Kidney bean time lapse with soil cross section. Showing how roots ant upper part of plant grows. Play speed - 17280x (one shot every 9 minutes 36 seconds played at 30 FPS). This was fourth attempt. During other attempts roots grew hidden, further from the
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The BEST Money Trick EVER!

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This money magic trick will absolutely blow their minds. Once you learn the secret to this magic trick, you will perform it all the time. It is so simple, but it looks like real magic when performed. A five dollar bill and one dollar bill seem to switch p
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The Reverse Balloon

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I show you how to blow up a balloon without putting pressure in it.See the full video here: https://youtu.be/3Tw32SdLrGMSubscribe to my main channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1VLQPn9cYSqx8plbk9RxxQ#shorts
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Amazing Art -Toothpick Sculpture - COOLEST THING I'VE EVER MADE: EP4

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"Rolling through the Bay", Scott Weaver’s toothpick sculpture took 37 years to make. His 9 foot tall sculpture of San Francisco and is made of 100,0000 toothpicks and glue. If that wasn’t enough, Scott built 5 different “tours” where he can roll a ping po
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Get Ready to Build With These Five Innovators

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They’re creative, resourceful and full of innovative ideas. From the world’s largest robot in Japan to human-sized nests in the forests of California, these five builders are astonishing the world with their amazing creations. SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR
Honeypot Ants Turn Their Biggest Sisters into Jugs of Nectar | Deep Look

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Deep in their underground nests, honeypot ants stuff members of their own colony until they look like golden water balloons. Drop by drop, worker ants deliver nectar and other liquid food into their largest sisters mouths. When food is scarce in the deser
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Fill up With Five Stories About Soup

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Delicious when you’re sick, delicious you’re well. Soup’s up! From hangover cures to phở, from soup made with bird nests to the humanitarian roots of Instant Ramen, you’ll leave this reel satisfied. SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb #Soup #Food #Flavors Th
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Is Telekinesis Real? - Emma Bryce

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View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/is-telekinesis-real-emma-bryce Telekinesis, the ability to manipulate matter with the mind alone, is a trait exhibited by some of the most iconic fictional characters, including Neo, Yoda, and, of course, Carrie
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Four secrets from sports psychology you can use in everyday life | BBC Ideas

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From talking to yourself to rehearsing to your mind, here are five secrets from the world of sports psychology that you can apply to your own life to help you achieve your goals.Want to boost your resilience? Have a watch of this https://www.youtube.com/w
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Turning Pencil Lead into Diamonds

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In this video we're debunking a viral video where diamond is made from a pencil, glass is made from sand and a blow torch, and geodes are formed with rocks and boiling water. Check out Blossom's video: http://bit.ly/2V06aFQ Get TKOR DIY Kits and Merch: ht
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14 Brainy Riddles That Nobody Can Solve Without Help

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Are smart enough to solve these brainy riddles that nobody can solve without help? Try not to fail and solve at least 10 out of 14 riddles correct ;) If you want to have a well-trained brain, then don't be lazy to solve these cool brain games and mind-blo
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How To READ MINDS! *MAGIC REVEALED* - #Shorts

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How to do mind reading magic tricks tutorial! Learn how you can read anyone's mind in any situation! How to read minds like a real psychic and fool your friends and family with easy mind reading tricks anyone can do! Discover the secrets in this episode o
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The Fastest Animals Are Way Faster Than You Think

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Take the PBS Digital Studios annual survey: http://to.pbs.org/2020surveySubscribe to @Ant Lab and @Physics Girl!!! More info and sources below The fastest animal in nature isnt what you think it is. Its way, way smaller than that. Natures tiniest creature
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The most unexpected answer to a counting puzzle

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If the answer here doesn't blow your mind, I don't know what will. Part 2: https://youtu.be/jsYwFizhncE Part 3: https://youtu.be/brU5yLm9DZM Home page: https://www.3blue1brown.com Brought to you by you: http://3b1b.co/clacks-thanks Stay tuned for more: ht
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The Existence of White Holes May Settle One of Physics Biggest Debates

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Chances are you are familiar with black holes, we at Seeker love to discuss black holesbut what about white holes? Its time we talk about the black holes hypothetical opposite. Subscribe to Seeker! http://bit.ly/subscribeseeker Watch more Elements! http:/
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Hope or Hype? How Seaweed May Help Revive Our Oceans

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In some parts of the ocean, like in the Gulf of Mexico, there is so little oxygen in the water that the marine life is actually suffocating. Could kelp help?...Follow us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/novapbs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NOVAp
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So Yummy Cake Pops Design Colorful Cake Popsicles Recipe | Cake Pops Decorating Ideas

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#cakepops #popsicle #hooplarecipes #cakedecoration #cakedecorating #hooplarecipes Learn how to make these incredibly delicious, over the top Sweet little morsels that will blow your mind with Decadently delicious taste.These cake pops designs are quick &
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What Happens When You Eat Too Much Sugar? According To A Sugar Expert

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What happens when you eat too much sugar? According to Robert Lustig, the author of "The Hacking Of The American Mind," the liver is the only organ that can metabolize sugar. Consuming too much of the sweet substance can cause your liver to build a resist
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Fan Cart - Blowing into your own Sail // Homemade Science with Bruce Yeany

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Here is a reexamination of the fan cart and the popular demonstration of what would happen if you try to blow into your own sail. The misapplication of Newton's 3rd law as used in a children’s storybook and why it is wrong are shown along with some other
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Why The Insect Brain Is So Incredible - Anna Stöckl

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View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/why-the-insect-brain-is-so-incredible-anna-stockl The human brain is one of the most sophisticated organs in the world, a supercomputer made of billions of neurons that control all of our senses, thoughts, and a
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Stories About Your Favorite Halloween Candy

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The top 10 candies werent surprising, but the breakdown of the favorites by state offered some interesting results. For instance, Ohios favorite Halloween candy is Blow Pops. In Montana, its Dubble Bubble Gum; Georgias fav is Swedish Fish and Lemonheads f
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DIY Easter Treats Ideas: Recipes For Kids | How To Make Cute & Easy Easter Treats

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DIY Easter Treats Ideas: Recipes for Kids | How to Make Cute & Easy Easter Treats Get ready for Easter, learn how to make a cute and easy Easter Treats, fun and yummy recipes perfect for Easter and this Spring season, which kids will love to make and eat,
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Avatar: The Way of Water | Official Trailer

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Set more than a decade after the events of the first film, “Avatar: The Way of Water” begins to tell the story of the Sully family (Jake, Neytiri, and their kids), the trouble that follows them, the lengths they go to keep each other safe, the
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Incredible impromptu Card Trick Tutorial

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Mind blowing card trick that can be done with a borrowed deck.
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Every Explosion Ever in Bikini Bottom! | SpongeBob

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Do you smell something burning? That's the smell of explosions happening all over Bikini Bottom! Watch Squidward blow up after he eats a ton of Krabby Patties, SpongeBob blow up trying to make Gary take a bath, and many more explosions! Don't miss this 30
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Discovering the Past Through Dinosaur Poop

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Please support our videos http://www.patreon.com/scifri Although the praire outside of Choteau, Montana is best known as the fossil quarry that provided definitive paleontological insights into the parenting habits of dinosaurs, it’s also the perfec
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What Would Happen if You Were Shrunk?

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Watch the Ant-Man trailer: https://youtu.be/pWdKf3MneyI Twitter: http://twitter.com/vsaucethree ***Click "SHOW MORE" for links*** White Dwarfs http://science.nationalgeographic.com/science/space/universe/white-dwarfs-article/ Properties of Diamond and Car
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Should we all write in Chinese? | BBC Ideas

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What if the whole world used the same writing system? Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav This video was made by Angel Sharp Media. Do you have a curious mind? You’re in the right place. Our aim on BBC Ideas is to feed your curiosity, to open yo
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Why the moon is still such a mystery | BBC Ideas

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The moon has always fascinated us - why is it so alluring and what does it mean to us?Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by Flock London. -----------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right place.Our aim on BBC Id
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Train - Hey, Soul Sister (Official Music Video)

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Train's official music video for 'Hey, Soul Sister'. Click to listen to Train on Spotify: http://smarturl.it/TrainSpot?IQid=Tra... As featured on Train: The Collection. Click to buy the track or album via iTunes: http://smarturl.it/TrainColiTunes?IQi... G
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Don't Be Afraid Of Spiders!

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A SciShow Kids viewer wants to know more about spiders so she’s not afraid of them anymore. And know what? They’re not scary! They’re awesome! Special Thanks to The Missoula Insectarium for letting us film their beautiful Orb Weaver. Check them out! http:
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Fan Cart - Blowing into your own Sail (updated)- part 2 // Homemade Science with Bruce Yeany

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Here is another look at the popular demonstration of the fan cart and what happens if you try to blow into your own sail. A great demonstration for Newton's 3rd law and balanced forces. I run a series of tests that show it is possible to move forward if b
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Are young people discriminated against for being young? | BBC Ideas

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Poet and campaigner Ife Grillo argues that 'youngism' is all around us. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by Somethin Else. ----------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right place.Our aim on BBC Ideas is t
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What happens inside you when you read a story | BBC Ideas

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Stories are just stories, right? Not really. They are also incredibly powerful - and can both reduce prejudice, and help persuade. Heres what actually happens inside us when we read. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav------------Do you have a c
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The tragic story of the man who invented diesel - and why he would turn in his grave | BBC Ideas

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The tragic tale of Rudolf Diesel, the man who invented diesel engines - and how things could have turned out very differently.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right place.Our aim on BB
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Ants treat comrades injured on the field of battle

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Strategy increases an ant’s odds of survival from 20% to 90% Read more - http://scim.ag/2sp0G9A ------------------------------------------------------------------ editor/animator/narrator Chris Burns supervising producers Sarah Crespi Nguyên Khôi Nguyên s
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How instant noodles went global | BBC Ideas

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Here's the story of how instant noodles went global - with the help of students, workers and prisoners.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was animated by Justin Quinlan. ---------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right pl
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Pink for girls, blue for boys - why do we gender toys? | BBC Ideas

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Pink and sparkles for girls... blue and diggers for boys. Why do we still have so many gendered toys? And what impact does this have on our children?Made by Flock London.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav-----------------------------------Do yo
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Why your belly button is amazing | BBC Ideas

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Whether you have an innie or an outie, you definitely have one. So, here's a load of facts about your belly button.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav____________________________Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right place.Our aim on BBC
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The myth of the original star-crossed lovers - Shannon Zhao

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Get to know the myth of the weaver and the cowherd, a pair of star-crossed lovers banished to opposite sides of the Milky Way.--In the court of the Jade Emperor, a young princess had a special skill: she could pluck clouds from the sky and spin them into
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High heels: A surprising history | BBC Ideas

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High-heeled shoes werent always worn by women the very first heels were actually designed as military footwear for men and were seen as "manly" and "butch". Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav-----------------------------------------------------
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Schizophrenia: Breaking the mental health stigma | BBC Ideas

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Esme Weijun Wang has schizoaffective disorder and says to break the taboo around schizophrenia, more people need to tell their stories.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav---------------------------------------------------------------------------
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LOONEY TUNES (Looney Toons): Porky's Cafe (Porky Pig) (1942) (Remastered) (HD 1080p)

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Porky creates mechanical gadgets. He uses those gadgets to fix a meal for a very unusual little man at a restaurant. The cook at the restaurant is Conrad Cat who has to deal with an ant that has gotten into the pantry. 8thManDVD.com and all content © 2015
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Why do we binge-watch? | BBC Ideas

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What makes us binge-watch shows like Killing Eve or Game of Thrones? And is it a problem - or could it actually be good for us?Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav----------------------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right pl
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Does your name suit your face? | BBC Ideas

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Five nuggets about names to get you thinking. Does the sound of your name match the shape of your face? Do middle initials in your name really matter?Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav------------------------------------------------------------
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Capitalism: Is it here to stay? | BBC Ideas

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How did capitalism start? How does it work? Is it here to stay? The Economist's Anne McElvoy tells the story of this economic system.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by Somethin' Else.------------Do you have a curious mind?
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Three women who changed how we see the universe | BBC Ideas

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These three amazing women astronomers - Henrietta Swan Leavitt, Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin and Vera Rubin - changed the way we see the universe. Astrophysicist Jo Dunkley explains what she learnt from them. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav ----
'There's no one way to be autistic' | BBC Ideas

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In this beautiful animation, author Sara Gibbs shares how being diagnosed with autism as an adult changed her relationship with herself.You can watch more about autism in this BBC documentary, Christine McGuinness: Unmasking My Autism https://www.bbc.co.u
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How to win at arm-wrestling in three easy steps | BBC Ideas

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Want to win at arm-wrestling? Have you heard of the top roll strategy? The captain of the GB team shares his secrets to give you an edge. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav This video was made by Splinter Design. -------------------------------
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Could we live without any fossil fuels at all? | BBC Ideas

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Former UN climate chief Christiana Figueres outlines her vision of a world that's entirely free of fossil fuels.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by Somethin' Else.---------------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre
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Some truly absurd ancient beliefs | BBC Ideas

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The Greeks and Romans gave us so much, but not everything they thought has stood the test of time. Classicist Daisy Dunn unpicks five nonsensical pearls of wisdom from the past. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav--------------------------------
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This Fly Torpedoes a Bindweed Bees Nest | Deep Look

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A bee fly looks a bit like a bee, but its a freeloader that takes advantage of a bindweed turret bees hard work. The bees dig underground nests and fill them with pollen they collect in the form of stylish pollen pants. As the bees are toiling on their ne
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Food Theory: Cheetos Are Cow Food!

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Special thanks to Skillshare for sponsoring this episode!The first 1000 Theorists get a FREE trial of Skillshare Premium https://skl.sh/thefoodtheorists01211Theorists, Cheetos are cow food. That's it, that's the Tweet - I mean video. Listen, I LOVE me som
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A brief history of socialism | BBC Ideas

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What exactly is socialism? And where is it heading? Stephen Bush, political editor at the New Statesman, shares his view.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by Somethin Else. --------------------Do you have a curious mind? You
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The hashtag… the story of # before Twitter and Instagram | BBC Ideas

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Some call it the pig pen, others the octothorpe. Here are some curious facts about the humble hashtag before it became big on Twitter and Instagram. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav -------------------------- Do you have a curious mind? You’r
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What do lucky people do differently? | BBC Ideas

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Why is it that some people seem to have all the luck? And can we improve our fortunes? The BBC's Tui McLean explores the ins and outs of being lucky.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav-------------------------------------------------------------
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Are aliens already watching us? | BBC Ideas

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We've been sending signals into the universe for decades. Should we stop advertising ourselves? And if we stopped, could aliens still find us? MIT quantum astrochemist Clara Sousa-Silva explains. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav -------------
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Do eggs contain the secrets of the universe? | BBC Ideas

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Eggs are amazing. They're the pinnacle of design and possibly the shape of the universe itself. Welcome to the wonderful world of eggs.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by Flock London. ----------------Do you have a curious
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Zionism: A very brief history | BBC Ideas

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Confused about what Zionism actually is? Here's a three-minute history from SOAS professor, historian and author, Colin Shindler.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was animated by Somethin' Else. ---------------Do you have a curious m
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Why time seems to fly as you get older | BBC Ideas

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Ever wondered where the last year of your life went? Neuroscientist David Eagleman sheds some light on the time-bending power of your brain. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was animated by Peter Caires. --------------------Do you h
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Why does time go forwards not backwards? | BBC Ideas

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Time moves forwards not backwards. We all know that. But why? Science journalist Alok Jha explains all. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by Flock London. ---------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right p
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3 keys to success for young people | BBC Ideas

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Writer and poet Lemn Sissay looks at why some children from tough backgrounds do well in life, despite the odds being stacked against them.Made by Jist Studios, in partnership with @oxforduniversity. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav__________
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The incredible story of the boy who invented Braille | BBC Ideas

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How 15-year-old Louis Braille invented a revolutionary tactile code for the visually impaired.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav---------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right place.Our aim on BBC Ideas is to feed your curio
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What is it like to be homeless? | BBC Ideas

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Is it scary on the streets? Why do some homeless people have dogs? Two people with experience of homelessness answer some of the most searched questions online.Made by ITN productions.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav--------------------------
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Four failed inventions that changed the world | BBC Ideas

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The mouse, the pacemaker, VR, the synthetic fibre Kevlar... all four started off as failed inventions. So there's hope for us all!Made by Objekt Films.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav-------------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre
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5 ways you can demolish creative blocks | BBC Ideas

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From colouring in to the 'vomit draft', actor and writer Kayode Ewumi shares tips for unleashing your inner creativity. Here are five ways you can demolish creative blocks...Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav------------------------------------
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Seven video games that changed the world | BBC Ideas

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Which video games are the most iconic of all time? Aoife Wilson of Eurogamer assesses seven epic titles.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by BBC Archive. ---------------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the ri
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What is libertarianism? A simple guide | BBC Ideas

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What is libertarianism? And why do its proponents want the state kept at arm's length? Philosopher Julian Baggini explores this political philosophy. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by Somethin' Else. ---------------------
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What will we eat for breakfast in 2039? | BBC Ideas

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Fancy a bowl of insects? How about music-infused coffee delivered by drone? Welcome to your future breakfast. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav ------------------- Do you have a curious mind? You’re in the right place. Our aim on BBC Ideas is
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Insect Cribs

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Insects have the coolest houses! This is an ode to a few of the most amazing architects in the invertebrate world. We have a Newsletter! Check out our latest: http://bit.ly/2pYZA21 Field Museum artist Peggy MacNamara has a beautiful book featuring many of
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The truth about the Spartans | BBC Ideas

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The Spartans of Ancient Greece are known for their bravery, discipline and witty one-liners. But do we need a more nuanced view? Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav____________________________Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right place.
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Charles Darwin's theory of evolution explained | BBC Ideas

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What is Darwinism? And how much impact did Charles Darwin's theory of evolution have on the world? Philosopher Nigel Warburton explores. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by Somethin' Else. --------Do you have a curious mind
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5 reasons why you should sleep more | BBC Ideas

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Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bit.ly/2PrmLhW Neuroscientist and author Matthew Walker explains how proper sleep will help us live longer, healthier, and more creative lives. Do you have a curious mind? You’re in the right place. Our aim on BBC Ideas is t
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The secret history of witches | BBC Ideas

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Persecution, torture and swimming "tests" - what it was like to be accused of witchcraft in 17th Century England?Made by Preston Street Films in partnership with @TheOpenUniversity. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav____________________________
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What is deja vu? | BBC Ideas

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Deja vu is pretty weird. We've almost all experienced it at some time. But what actually is deja vu?Animated by Flock London.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav--------------------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right place.
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Do police sketches actually help catch criminals? | BBC Ideas

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How accurate are police sketches? And how well are witnesses able to remember and describe criminals? Are police sketches effective in solving crime? And what are some of the new approaches being tested out?Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav___
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What's the point of noses? | BBC Ideas

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We all have noses. But what's the point of noses? And why do noses stick out? A quick look at the evolution and science of the human nose.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav____________________________Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the rig
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Why algorithms are called algorithms | BBC Ideas

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Why are algorithms called algorithms? It's thanks to Persian mathematician Muhammad al-Khwarizmi who was born way back in around AD780.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by Dayglow Media & Pencil & Pepper. --------------Do yo
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How the & sign got its name | BBC Ideas

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Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bit.ly/2PrmLhW Everything you might want to know about the & sign - aka the ampersand. This video was made by Dayglow Media & Pencil & Pepper. Do you have a curious mind? You’re in the right place. Our aim on BBC Ideas is to
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Spinning Silk from the Sea

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For over a thousand years, Chiara Vigo’s family has been keeping up an ancient tradition, spinning silk from the sea. Creating the sea silk, or byssus, involves an intricate process shrouded in secrecy. Living on the Sardinian coast, Chiara follows in her
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Are you the eldest child? Youngest? Are birth order stereotypes true? | BBC Ideas

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There are lots of stereotypes about the eldest child, youngest child and middle child... But are there really birth order characteristics? And what if you are an only child? Dr Radha Modgil explores some of the evidence.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.
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If you're blind what do you see when you dream? | BBC Ideas

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Do blind people have heightened senses? What do blind people see when they dream? We put some of the most searched questions on the internet... to those best placed to answer.Made by ITN Productions.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav-----------
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Why being bilingual is good for your brain | BBC Ideas

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What does bilingualism do to the brain? And are there benefits to being bilingual? Turns out there are lots of upsides. Made by Black Lab FilmsSubscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav____________________________Do you have a curious mind? Youre in th
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Three minutes to the centre of the Earth | BBC Ideas

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Follow us on journey of discovery, from the surface of our planet all the way down to its core. What will we find?Animated by Flock.Made with Dr Paula Koelemeijer, in partnership with the @royalsociety. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav_______
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Trying 7 Soups From 7 Countries | Around the World

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Soups on. Seven people, seven countries, seven soupsand not one single serving from a can. Great Big Story senior producer Beryl Shereshewsky searched far and wide to find how people enjoy their soup around the world. Among them: chanko nabe, a soup sumo
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How to tie shoelaces the RIGHT way | BBC Ideas

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Fed up with your shoelaces coming undone? Maybe you should try the 'superior reef' knot. Or if you're feeling fancy, the stylish Berluti. Find out how to tie your shoelaces the RIGHT way.Made by Objekt Films.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav--
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Enter the Cave of Glowing Worms

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In caves that are 30 million years old and 150 feet underground, an unforgettable site glows in the dark. The Waitomo Caves in New Zealand are home to around 30,000 endemic glowworms. The worms spend their days spinning silk nests from the ceilings and lo
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The story of the @ sign | BBC Ideas

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Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bit.ly/2PrmLhW Everyone uses it, but not many know its official name, so here's a brief history of the asperand. Made by Dayglow Media & Pencil & Pepper, Do you have a curious mind? You’re in the right place. Our aim on BBC
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Eva Kor: The Holocaust survivor who forgave the Nazis | BBC Ideas

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In this beautiful animation, Holocaust survivor Eva Kor tells the powerful story of her time in Auschwitz, and why many years later she decided to forgive those responsible.Made by Studio Panda.Animated by Anna Humphries and Amelia Chiew.Subscribe to BBC
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20 FUN SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS FOR KIDS

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Hurry up and try these mind-blowing science experiments! You don't need much, just a couple of candles, ballons and lemons!
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5 things you really need to know about AI | BBC Ideas

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Terrified, excited or just bewildered by artificial intelligence? Heres what you really need to know about AI. Script by the BBC's Marc Cieslak.Animated by Christopher Brooks.Made in partnership with @TheOpenUniversity. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.
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Right or left-handed? 5 facts about you | BBC Ideas

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Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bit.ly/2PrmLhW Here are five facts you probably don't know about yourself, courtesy of handedness expert Prof Chris McManus, from UCL. This video was made by BBC Scotland and Touzie Tyke. Do you have a curious mind? You’re i
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My DAUGHTER BECOMES A MOM for 24 Hours

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My daughter needs to pass 7 parenting challenges to become Rebecca Zamolo's babysitter! Next see Daughter Accepts LIFE CHALLENGES **SHOCKING** https://youtu.be/aoSehBBuEMkSalish in Rebecca Zamolo's video: We ADOPTED the WORST Daughter - ft Jordan Matter h
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What multitasking does to your brain | BBC Ideas

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In life, there is always so much to do... but is multitasking the answer? Can we really multitask? Here's what goes on in our brains when we try, and why multitasking (mostly) doesn't work. Made in partnership with the Open University by Mosaic Films.Subs
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Why smart people make stupid mistakes | BBC Ideas

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Some people are smart, but make all sorts of mistakes in their lives. Is that you? According to author David Robson, we're not always as smart as we think we are. Here are four thinking traps clever people fall into.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2
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5 things ants can teach us about management | BBC Ideas

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They may be tiny, but here's why us humans could learn a thing or two from ants about leadership and life...Made by Big Deal films.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav----------------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right plac
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Lotte Reiniger: The animation genius you've probably never heard of | BBC Ideas

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We’ve all heard of Walt Disney. But what about Lotte Reiniger? Meet the unsung heroine of early animation. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bit.ly/2PrmLhW This video was made by Infocandy. Do you have a curious mind? You’re in the right place. Our aim on BB
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How to win at rock-paper-scissors with 3 simple strategies | BBC Ideas

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Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bit.ly/2PrmLhW Three simple, but effective, game strategies to help you triumph at that all-important game, rock-paper-scissors. This video was made by Splinter Design. Do you have a curious mind? You’re in the right place.
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Five tips to get a new habit to stick | BBC Ideas

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Why are new habits so hard to stick to? Dr Radha Modgil explains what's going on in our brains when we try to make new habits or break bad ones. And she has five tips for how to succeed in making a new habit.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav--
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How to tell if someone is lying to you | BBC Ideas

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How can you tell if someone is lying or telling the truth? It's not as simple as you might think to spot a lie. Here's why you should use your ears, not your eyes, to spot a liar.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav-------------------------------
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Watch This Bee Build Her Bee-jeweled Nest | Deep Look

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Take the PBSDS survey: https://to.pbs.org/2018YTSurvey Please support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/deeplook Pollinator. Mason. Jeweler. A female blue orchard bee is a multitasking master. She fashions exquisite nests out of mud and pollen that r
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How to stay cool...without warming the planet | BBC Ideas

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As the world warms and heatwaves become more frequent, we turn up the AC. But air conditioning contributes to climate change. What's the solution?Animated by Adam Proctor and made in partnership with @oxforduniversity. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.i
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The language with 400 words for snow (and it's not Inuit) | BBC Ideas

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Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bit.ly/2PrmLhW The Scots language has an incredible 421 different snow-related words and expressions. Here are just a few of them. This video was made by BBC Scotland. Do you have a curious mind? You’re in the right place. O
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Food stories: A brief history of the humble sandwich | BBC Ideas

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Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bit.ly/2PrmLhW From the Earl of Sandwich to the ubiquitous quick lunch, food historian Annie Gray tells the story of the sandwich. This video was made by Somethin' Else. Do you have a curious mind? You’re in the right place.
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Why soil is one of the most amazing things on Earth | BBC Ideas

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Soil is underappreciated. But it's vital in so many ways. Here's a look at the importance of soil - and why soil matters so much.This was made in partnership with The Royal Society. Animation by Flock London.Enjoyed this? Have a watch of this video next!
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Invasion Of The Yellow Crazy Ants!

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Who Invented Gum? | COLOSSAL QUESTIONS #CampYouTube #WithMe

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Whether you like to blow big huge bubbles, or just want a quick way to cover up your bad breath, just about everyone wants a stick of gum from time to time. But have you ever stopped and wondered who invented gum in the first place??Join the fun on Peacoc
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Rainbow Waffles Recipe | Fun Breakfast Ideas | Learn How To Cook With HooplaKIdz Recipes

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Learn how to cook this Delicious Rainbow Waffles, this Easy Recipe will blow your mind, Perfect for Breakfast, Learn how to make this with this super simple idea, Cooking for Children Simplified with HooplaKidz Recipes, for more quick and easy recipes cli
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Why Don’t Spiders Stick To Their Webs?

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Spiderwebs are designed to trap bug-sized creatures. So how come spiders don’t get stuck? Hosted by: Hank Green ---------- Dooblydoo thanks go to the following Patreon supporters -- we couldn't make SciShow without them! Shout out to Justin Ove, John Szym
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Severn Cullis-Suzuki: The child who tried to save the world... in 1992 | BBC Ideas

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In 1992, when she was just 12, Severn Cullis-Suzuki warned the world about the environmental crisis. She tells her story, and reflects on the power of young people - like Greta Thunberg - who are sounding the alarm now over climate change. Animation by Pe
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Should we count in 12s rather than 10s? | BBC Ideas

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Is there a better way to count? We use a decimal system - based on the number 10, but some people think it would be easier to live in a dozenal world. Here is the case for counting in 12s. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav This video was made
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How the humble bean can help the world | BBC Ideas

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Beans... They're highly versatile, nutritious, cheap and great for the environment. Heres why the future is looking decidedly beany Made by Don Dada Studios, in partnership with @oxforduniversity. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav_____________
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Can planes be made greener? | BBC Ideas

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As passenger numbers continue to grow, making planes green is a huge challenge. Can air travel be made more sustainable?Made by Costanza Gambarini, in partnership with the@royalsociety. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav________________________
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How commuting by rail changed our daily lives | BBC Ideas

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Sick of your daily commute? There was a time when rail commuting could be seen as magical and marvellous. Here is a brief history of rail commuting. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav------------------------------Do you have a curious mind? You
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Why do people lie and how often are you lied to? | BBC Ideas

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Why do we lie? And how often are you lied to? Well, sorry to break it to you, but it's probably more than you think. People lie to avoid punishment, for personal gain or because they get a kick out of it. Basically there are lots of reasons that people li
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The quiet power of introverts | BBC Ideas

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Are you an introvert? If so, that's great! Sofja Umarik (who is an introvert) looks at how it can be a real strength.Made by Sofja Umarik.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav----------------------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in t
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5 Latin phrases that are still meaningful today | BBC Ideas

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Classicist Daisy Dunn unpicks the Latin phrases that have stood the test of time. Famous Latin phrases such as "in vino veritas", meaning "in wine is truth" from historian Pliny the Elder, are definitely still relevant today!Subscribe to BBC Ideas https:/
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Why do we eat turkey for Christmas (and Thanksgiving)? | BBC Ideas

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Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bit.ly/2PrmLhW A whole load of fascinating facts about our (least favourite?) Christmas dish, from food historian Annie Gray. This video was made by Something Else. Do you have a curious mind? You’re in the right place. Our
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The story behind the Christmas food no-one really likes | BBC Ideas

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Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bit.ly/2PrmLhW Our modern, sweet pudding was once served more like a chutney, as an accompaniment to roast beef. But is it in decline? Food historian Annie Gray explains why. This video was made by Something Else. Do you hav
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What is flow and how can it help you achieve more? | BBC Ideas

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This video shows you how tennis players achieve 'a state of flow' - and offers a few tips on how it can help you too on your daily life.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by BBC Scotland.-------------------Do you have a curio
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Why do we have so much stuff? | BBC Ideas

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Modern life just seems to be full of... well, stuff! But why do we have so much of it? What's happening in our minds when we buy new things? Should we consume less and declutter? Watch next Can fashion ever be sustainable? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=
How to win at... stone skimming | Episode 5 | BBC Ideas

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Stone skimming isn't easy - there are whole championships devoted to the art of the perfect throw. Want to be a champ? Have a watch of this to learn how to become a stone skimming pro in less than 3 minutes.Made by Splinter Design.Want to watch more like
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Physics of toys - Simple air engines // Homemade Science with Bruce Yeany

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Sometimes referred to as a blow-suck engine, here is the most basic piece that is an easy build and popular with students. It can be varied according building skills and available materials. The same basic principles that drive this motor are used in toda
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Sideburns: A hairy history | BBC Ideas

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Ever wondered where we get the word sideburns from? Here's a short animation dedicated to the man who gave his name to the creeping facial whiskers which became a fashion phenomenon.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by Daygl
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Why we see faces in clouds | BBC Ideas

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Ever since Aristotle we've been told we have five senses but now it's thought we could have 20 or more. We all perceive the world quite differently. Here's why - and more about how perception works.Made in partnership with the Open University by Mosaic Fi
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Why Does Time Go Forward?

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Why does time go forward? How does Entropy relate to the direction of time? What really is time, and what gives it a direction? The Arrow of Time. Hi! I'm Jade. I draw pictures that move and become animated physics videos. ***SUBSCRIBE*** https://www.yout
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5 Weird Ways To Put Out A Candle

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What happens when you pour liquid nitrogen on a flame? What about when you blow on the flame with a cup in the way? Try these five unusual ways to extinguish a candle. Pour out the flame with CO2. Cut off the oxygen supply to the flame without fully cover
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Why your first memory is probably wrong | BBC Ideas

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How does memory work? How is memory stored in the brain? What's your first memory? Our memories are integral to our sense of self - but can we actually trust them? Made in partnership with the Open University by Mosaic Films.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https:/
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How to write a perfect speech | BBC Ideas

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Cody Keenan, speechwriter to Barack Obama, shares his top tips for how to deliver a speech that will be remembered. He says a great speech is authentic, speaks to something bigger and if you can get some jokes in there, great!Subscribe to BBC Ideas https:
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See the Gear the CDC's Disease Detectives Use in the Field | WIRED

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The CDC's elite Disease Detectives investigate outbreaks of dangerous diseases like Ebola, Marburg Virus, Rabies, Anthrax and more. Find out about the equipment they use -- from protective gear to bat traps, machetes to blow guns, liquid nitrogen and more
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Candle Trick

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How to light a candle without touching a flame to the wick. A common misconception is that a candle burns by burning the wick. What is actually burning is wax vapour which is drawn up through the wick. When you blow a candle out, wax vapour continues to r
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What do your feet reveal about you? | BBC Ideas

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What can your feet tell you about your health and personality? More than you might think... A whizz through some foot facts.Made by GRACE ProductionsLiked this video? Why not find out more about your nose here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Clz0kotXJNISu
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How to keep calm under pressure | 3 quick tips | BBC Ideas

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Exam stress? Deadlines? Job interview? They can all make you feel like a nervous wreck. So here's how to literally keep calm and carry on - with a little help from neuroscience and these three easy techniques from Dr Radha Modgil.Subscribe to BBC Ideas ht
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Where do phobias come from? | BBC Ideas

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Scared of spiders, holes, heights...? Phobias are very common. But why do we have phobias? What causes phobias? Where do phobias come from?Feel like watching more? What happens when humans can't touch? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErWfdjdOah8&Made by S
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How half a degree could change the world forever | BBC Ideas

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In this viewpoint, environment activist and author Mark Lynas explores how our planet could be impacted by 1.5C of warming - and by 2C - and what a devastating effect an extra half a degree of climate change could have.Animated by Aslan Livingstone-RaSubs
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How fractals can help you understand the universe | BBC Ideas

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What is a fractal, and how can fractals help us understand the universe? Classic examples of fractals in nature are broccoli and snowflakes. They can offer a fascinating explanation for how the world works!Written by Brandon Pestano, animated by Christoph
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What do your table manners say about you? | BBC Ideas

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From elbows on the table to slurping your noodles, here's how to navigate eating and dining etiquette, some table manners do's and don'ts around the world, and more on why table manners matter.Made by Preston Street Films.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bb
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What is an algorithm and how do they work? | BBC Ideas

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What is an algorithm? You may be familiar with the idea in the context of Instagram, YouTube or Facebook, but it can feel like a big, abstract concept. Heres presenter Jon Stroud with a down-to-earth guide to what on earth algorithms actually do.Made by J
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What would a world without humans be like? | BBC Ideas

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What would happen if there were no humans on planet Earth? What if all humans disappeared? What would a world without people be like? In a world without humans, what would happen to animals and nature? What would survive? What would thrive?With scientific
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The real reason there's no cure for your cold | BBC Ideas

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Scientists have been studying cold viruses for 70 years - so why haven't we found a cure yet? Even if there was a cure, would you pay for an expensive vaccine just to avoid a few days with a runny nose? Science writer Stephen Buranyi takes a look.Subscrib
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What crows can teach us about getting ahead | BBC Ideas

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From money management to problem solving, us humans could learn a thing or two about success from these "feathered apes".Made by Big Deal FilmsIf you found this interesting, you might like this video too! What elephants can teach us about life https://www
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'Mental toughness is the secret to success' | BBC Ideas

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British gold medal-winning sprinter and former gymnast Asha Philip tells the story of her success - and her tough journey along the way.Want to watch more like this? Four secrets from sports psychology you can use in everyday life https://www.youtube.com/
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A brief history of memes | BBC Ideas

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Where do memes come from? Why do some memes become popular? This video looks at the evolution and history of memes - and how and why they spread. In the mood for more? Have a watch of this Why I quit social media https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ij_xXZAhJP
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Did house, techno and grime music start with these women? | BBC Ideas

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When an electronic music studio was established in Maida Vale, London, few at the BBC knew why it was there. But experiments in sound in that very studio completely changed how music was composed. Daphne Oram and Delia Derbyshire's research paved the way
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What happens to humans when we can't touch? | BBC Ideas

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Touch is how we first communicate as babies. Touch is fundamental to human wellbeing. So what happens when we can't touch - for example during the coronavirus pandemic?Enjoyed this? You might like to watch this video next How limits can boost your creativ
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The history of the universe explained in 4 minutes | BBC Ideas

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What are planets made of? How old is Planet Earth? Historian David Christian runs through 13.8 billion years of history and looks at the biggest challenge for the future of humanity... all in 4 minutes! Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav This a
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Living With 80,000 Birds to Make Bird Nest Soup

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Resting on a steep hill on the island of San Pascual, Philippines, is a house that’s home to one man and 80,000 birds. These tiny black-and-brown birds are known as “swiftlets,” and they’re a hot commodity in the country. Their nests are formed from harde
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How Repeated Concussions Damage Your Brain Forever

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Repeated head trauma may lead to a disease called chronic traumatic encephalopathy, but what is CTE, and what does it do to your brain? What Happens When You're In a Coma? ►►►► http://bit.ly/1PZqazQ Sign Up For The TestTube Newsletter Here ►►►► http://bit
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Why is there no cure for hair loss? | BBC Ideas

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Why is it so hard to find a treatment for hair loss? Every year people spend billions trying to prevent hair loss. So why haven't we found a cure for going bald? Science writer Stephen Buranyi explains hair loss.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ip
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9 Fascinating Holiday Traditions EXPLAINED! | COLOSSAL QUESTIONS

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9 Colossal Questions all about different holiday traditions and how they got started!00:00 Why Do We Hang Stockings At Christmas?2:49 Why Is Eggnog A Holiday Drink? 4:45 Was There Really A First Thanksgiving?6:41 Why Do We Eat Turkey on Thanksgiving?10:39
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What if robots were in charge of the world? | BBC Ideas

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Could artificial intelligence do a better job at governing than humans? What is the future of AI? How does artificial intelligence compare to human intelligence? Will AI one day take over the world? A thought experiment, made with the help of Haydn Belfie
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The science behind why doughnuts are so hard to resist | BBC Ideas

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Why are some foods so much more tempting to us that others? What is going on inside our brains? And what role does the culture around us play? Why do we make the food choices that we do?Made in partnership with the Royal Society. If you liked this, you mi
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How to win at... cryptic crosswords | Episode 4 | BBC Ideas

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Perplexed by cryptic crosswords? Then this video is for you. Become a genius at them in three minutes.Made by Splinter Design.And if you want to find out how to win at more stuff then check out our playlist with quick and easy tips on how to triumph at ga
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How Does Lucid Dreaming Work?

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Science has proven that we can be aware of our dreams while we’re in them. But can we control our dreams? Josh breaks it to you gently. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.com: http://science.howstuffworks.com/life/inside-the-mind/human-brain/lucid-dreaming.htm S
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What do our eyes say about us? | BBC Ideas

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Our eyeballs have evolved from a tiny, light-sensitive patch to the incredible, complex organs we have today. But what can our eyes actually tell us about ourselves?Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavFind more videos like this in our playlist Th
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String theory - a simple way to understand the universe | BBC Ideas

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Theoretical physicist Michio Kaku explains why he thinks string theory is the best way to understand how the universe works.If youre interested in hearing from more leading scientists about their life and work, download the BBC Radio 4 podcast The Life Sc
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10 Amazing Magic Toys & Gadgets

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Learn fun fascinating secrets of Magic Toys and Gadgets! In this How To Magic show, Evan Era explores magic toys that will blow your mind! Amazing magic toys for kids, cool new tech gadgets put to the test and more! Join us for this kid-friendly magic toy
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3 surprising things you may not know about Queen Victoria | BBC Ideas

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She despised young babies but was passionately in love with her husband Albert. Comedian Russell Kane shares 3 surprising things you may not know about Queen Victoria.You can download all the episodes of Russell's fantastic podcast series Evil Genius here
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Why you're emailing wrong | You're Doing it Wrong! Episode 3 | BBC Ideas

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Billions of emails are sent worldwide every day, but are you emailing wrong? Here are some easy pointers to make sure yours are actually read - and don't end up straight in the trash.Made by Objekt Films.Find other things you've probably been getting wron
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How will artificial intelligence change the cities we live in? | BBC Ideas

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How would you feel if every moment of your daily routine was tracked, from what you buy, where you go and who you're with? Welcome to the smart city of the future, where AI is recording your every move...Made with the help of Theo Tryfonas from Bristol Un
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Why are people homophobic? | What's Behind Prejudice? Episode 2 | BBC Ideas

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In the latest in our series about prejudice - and the underlying reasons behind it - we speak to LGBT activist Richard Beaven about some of the reasons behind homophobia. And he shares his own personal story of coming out as gay when he was almost 40. Wan
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How to burn emotional burnout | BBC Ideas

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What is emotional burnout? And how can you avoid it? Dr Radha Modgil shares her top tips for making sure you don't feel overwhelmed and burnt out.Subscribe and to BBC Ideas and https://bbc.in/2F6ipavIf you found this video helpful, have a watch of this on
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Do we think differently in different languages? | BBC Ideas

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There are more than 7,000 languages in the world so does that mean there are more than 7,000 ways of seeing it? The Whorfian hypothesis is the idea that the language we speak affects the way we think and even how we see and structure the world around us.
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Was John Lennon a visionary or a bully... or both? | BBC Ideas

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Was John Lennon a visionary or a bully... or both? Comedian Russell Kane shares a side of the musical legend you might not have been aware of.You can download all the episodes of Russell's fantastic podcast series Evil Genius here:https://www.bbc.co.uk/pr
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Why Do We Like Shiny Things?

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Why are we drawn to shiny objects? Just because they're attractive? Or is there a deeper reason? What Happens To Your Body When You're Dehydrated? - https://youtu.be/AujXYEabz3U Sign Up For The Seeker Newsletter Here - http://bit.ly/1UO1PxI Thanks to our
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Blackstone oil engine startup

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1909 10HP Blackstone oil engine was used for pumping water from a river to a market garden. The engine was sabotaged in the 1920s by someone blowing up the cylinder with explosives. A new cylinder was installed and the engine was returned to service for a
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How Caffeine Addiction Changed History (ft. Michael Pollan) | WIRED

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90% of the world's adults consume some form of caffeine everyday, making it the most widely used psychoactive drug on Earth. Michael Pollan, author of "This Is Your Mind On Plants," explains why. Michael goes into the history of coffee drinking, breaking
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A brief history of salt and pepper | Edible Histories Episode 7 | BBC Ideas

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Some things just go together. Like salt and pepper. But how did salt and pepper get on (almost) every table, asks food historian Annie Gray.Made by Somethin' Else.Next, get your teeth into... A brief history of the humble sandwich: https://www.youtube.com
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My journey from rock bottom to the top | BBC Ideas

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Computer scientist Sue Black shares the story of her incredible life - and shares a few tips she has learned along the way for success.This is the latest in our Habits of the Highly Successful series. Here's another one ' I saved an innocent man from deat
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What whales can teach us about living our best life | BBC Ideas

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Whales are more like us humans than we might think. From knowing your roots to making time for fun, here's why us humans can learn a thing or two from whale culture.Made by Big Deal Films.Watch more videos about our natural world in our playlist: https://
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How to get seriously good at reading | Episode 4 | BBC Ideas

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Are you a slow reader? Or a fast reader? Either way, here's some tips to help you get better at reading and speed reading - and take more in.Made by Objekt Films.Reading, tying your shoelaces, going to the toilet... this playlist looks at the little thing
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Random Number Card Trick Tutorial

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This trick is so mind blowing, even after you know how its done, you wont be able to figure it out. There is math behind why it works, but dont ask me to explain it. This is a professional level trick that can be done close-up or as street magic.
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The curious world of blood | BBC Ideas

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Did you know that we are all made from star dust and seawater? And that your blood travels 20,000 km in your veins every day? Discover some truly fascinating facts about blood with author Rose George.From noses to belly buttons - watch more videos about y
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Three black scientists you need to know | BBC Ideas

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Space scientist and broadcaster Maggie Aderin-Pocock selects three unsung heroes who are all pioneers in their fields.Made in partnership with The Open University.Made by Team Sass productions.Did you enjoy this video? You might also like 'Three pioneers
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Why your ears are unique (and amazing!) | BBC Ideas

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You might take your ears for granted, but the human ear is quite an extraordinary feat of evolution and design. Each of our lugholes is as individual as a fingerprint and weve found 14 different ways to pierce our ears, making our ears even more unique! W
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VFX Expert Breaks Down The History of Shrinking People in Movies | WIRED

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Downsizing VFX Supervisor Jamie Price breaks down the history of people miniaturization in movies. In this timeline, Price explains the special effects techniques like forced perspective, compositing, the Schüfftan process, rotoscoping, motion control, mo
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Why (almost) all world maps are wrong | You're Doing it Wrong! Episode 6 | BBC Ideas

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Here's how maps were drawn in the past, why so many maps of the world are wrong and distorted. In short... maps of the world explained (and exposed)!Made by Objekt Films.Reading, tying your shoelaces, going to the toilet... this playlist looks at the litt
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A General Who Finally Told Hitler No - The Insane Order to Burn Paris to the Ground

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Hitler's Third Reich was rapidly crumbling before his very eyes; the vast empire that had once spanned from Tripoli to Rome to Kyiv was now shrinking, drawing ever so close to Berlin. Also, Paris was still under Nazi control, but not for long. By the summ
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Why do we use a qwerty keyboard? | Episode 5 | BBC Ideas

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Qwerty isn't the best keyboard layout if you want to type fast... So why do we use a qwerty keyboard? A quirky look at how we came to use qwerty.Made by Objekt Films.Reading, tying your shoelaces, going to the toilet... this playlist looks at the little t
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Length contraction: the real explanation

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Relativity has many mind-bending consequences, but one of the weirdest is the idea that objects in motion get shorter. Bizarre or not, Fermilab’s Dr. Don Lincoln explains just how it works. You’ll be a believer.
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Farts Are Limitless #shorts

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be careful what you blow out your #shortsJeans escape diagram from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atmospheric_escape#/media/File:Jeans_escape.pngEarth oxygen on the moon:https://www.sciencemag.org/news/2017/01/earth-sending-oxygen-moonhttps://www.sciencefo
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Why anger is overrated | BBC Ideas

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Is anger really a useful and healthy emotion? Historian Thomas Dixon thinks it would be better if we embraced our inner Stoic and kept our anger under control. Anger explained - including how anger works, what anger does, and why anger is (often) bad. Try
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What elephants can teach us about life | BBC Ideas

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Elephants are more like us humans than we might think. From staying connected to dealing with grief, here's why we could learn a thing or two about life from elephants. Made by Big Deal Films.Learn more from the animal kingdom: What whales can teach us ab
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The curious history of filming the sneeze | BBC Ideas

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It turns out our fascination with capturing the act of sneezing goes right back to the very early days of film...Made by The Derek Jarman Lab with the help of the Healthy Scepticism project. For more info go to https://www.healthyscepticism.com/announceme
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Multi-millionaire at 19 - here are my 5 top tips | BBC Ideas

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5 tips from the youngest person on the Sunday Times Rich List 2018, multi-millionaire Akshay Ruparelia, on how to succeed in business. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav This video was made by BBC Studios and is part of a series called Habits o
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How metaphors shape the way you see the world | BBC Ideas

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What exactly are metaphors? Where are metaphors used? Our everyday language is full of metaphor - often without us even noticing. Metaphors are also tied up with power. This video helps explore and explain metaphors.Have you been getting a phrase wrong al
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Huff and Puff Challenge - Sick Science! #136

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Find out why this happens HERE http://www.stevespanglerscience.com/experiment/huff-and-puffPutting an item into an empty soda bottle is a piece of cake. Just drop the object through the mouth of the bottle, right? Well, we have a challenge for you. Place
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Tuatara All The Way Down – Face To Face With A Living Fossil!

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Your now is not your forever (unless you’re a tuatara) Don’t miss our next video! SUBSCRIBE! ►► http://bit.ly/iotbs_sub ↓↓↓ More info and sources below ↓↓↓ Special thanks to John Green! And to Amber Faasen and the Dallas Zoo herpetarium team! During the 2
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20 Tricky Picture Riddles And Optical Illusions To Challenge Your Vision

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Enjoy a mix of tricky pictures and optical illusions that will challenge your vision to the max! 02:08 - it's almost impossible to find all 9 hidden faces, but try before the time is up! 02:55 - can you help the ant find the way out of the tricky maze? 05
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Food Theory: The CORRECT Way To Build A Burger!

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Special thanks to Traeger Grills for sponsoring this episode.Check out Traeger's wood pellet grills at https://www.traegergrills.com/FoodTheoryPlus check out their YouTube channel for Traeger recipes and more cooking tips. Get Your BRAND NEW Food Theory M
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The true story of Mary Anning: The girl who helped discover dinosaurs | BBC Ideas

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The story of Mary Anning, a fossil collector and palaeontologist who changed scientific thinking worldwide – but didn’t get recognition for her work at the time. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav This beautiful animation was made using sand fr
Australian Walking Stick Insects Are Three Times Weirder Than You Think | Deep Look

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Take the PBS Digital Studios audience survey! https://to.pbs.org/2021surveyThe Australian walking stick is a master of deception, but a twig is just one of its many disguises. Before its even born, it mimics a seed. In its youth it looks and acts like an
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The story of the killer disease humanity eradicated | BBC Ideas

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Smallpox was one of the biggest killers in the history of humanity. This is the story of how we eradicated it. Are there lessons for us now as we battle the Covid-19 pandemic?This video was made in partnership with The Royal Society.Made by Angel Sharp Me
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8-year old WOWS with Harlem Globetrotters

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8-year old girl Samaya Clark-Gabriel put on a show when she was called onto the court at Madison Square Garden with the Harlem Globetrotters. She's amazing! ▶ SUBSCRIBE for Globetrotter Action all year round: http://bit.ly/hrlmglobetrotters ▶ Follow the G
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Bullying and What I Would Tell#MyYoungerSelf| Malin Ackerman

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Malin kerman is a Swedish-Canadian actress, model and singer known for The Heartbreak Kid, 27 Dresses and playing Silk Spectre II in the 2009 superhero film Watchmen.#MyYoungerSelf by Child Mind Institute is an anti-stigma campaign. We are grateful to Mal
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Dyslexia and What I Would Tell#MyYoungerSelf| Alexa Losey

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Alexa Losey is an actress and social media influencer well known for her style and beauty videos and her work with brands including Macy's, Starbucks and Covergirl. #MyYoungerSelf by Child Mind Institute is an anti-stigma campaign. We are grateful to Alex
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Im autistic heres why I decided to stop masking | BBC Ideas

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Flo has spent much of her life camouflaging or masking who she really is in order to fit into the non-autistic world. Here's why she decided to stop.Made by BBC Studios.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavFind more mini docs in our playlist https
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Claire Teaches You Cake Decoration (Lesson 5) | Baking School | Bon Apptit

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Claires favorite subject in Baking School? Art class! There will be sprinkles, there will be pastry tip fails, and for some reason, there will be an actual blow torch toasting some coconut meringue magic. Join Claire in the Test Kitchen as she teaches you
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Why Hollywood loves making movie sequels | CBC Kids News

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This year is all about sequels. From MCU titles like Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and Ant-man and the Wasp: Quantumania, to new titles from Despicable Me and the Spider-Man animated series from Sony, 2023 is set to be a big year for blockbuster movie fr
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Panic Disorder and What I Would Tell#MyYoungerSelf| Amanda Stern

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Amanda Stern is an American writer and literary event organizer. Her work includes the novel The Long Haul and her memoir Little Panic. #MyYoungerSelf by Child Mind Institute is an anti-stigma campaign. We are grateful to Amanda for her willingness to ope
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Why wasps are just as wonderful as bees | BBC Ideas

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Unlike bees, wasps are not exactly the most-loved creatures, but they are hugely important to the eco-system - and all of us. As well as being apex predators, eating their way through millions of kilograms of insects each year, they are also important pol

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