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Do we think differently in different languages? | BBC Ideas
425 views / 0 likes - addedThere 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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What do lucky people do differently? | BBC Ideas
516 views / 0 likes - addedWhy 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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From celebrities to influencers: A brief history of celebrity | BBC Ideas
333 views / 1 likes - addedHave we always had celebrities? And are we more obsessed with celebrity culture now than in the past? A brief cultural history of celebrity - from Oscar Wilde, to Andy Warhol to Kim Kardashian and social media influencers today on YouTube, Instagram and e
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Should we all write in Chinese? | BBC Ideas
548 views / 0 likes - addedWhat 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 we see faces in clouds | BBC Ideas
246 views / 0 likes - addedEver 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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The tragic story of the man who invented diesel - and why he would turn in his grave | BBC Ideas
414 views / 1 likes - addedThe 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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What is it like to be homeless? | BBC Ideas
316 views / 0 likes - addedIs 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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'There's no one way to be autistic' | BBC Ideas
94 views / 0 likes - addedIn 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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What do our eyes say about us? | BBC Ideas
531 views / 0 likes - addedOur 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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Why the moon is still such a mystery | BBC Ideas
752 views / 0 likes - addedThe 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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Why do we binge-watch? | BBC Ideas
317 views / 1 likes - addedWhat 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
280 views / 0 likes - addedFive 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
503 views / 0 likes - addedHow 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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Are aliens already watching us? | BBC Ideas
590 views / 0 likes - addedWe'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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How instant noodles went global | BBC Ideas
418 views / 0 likes - addedHere'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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What is flow and how can it help you achieve more? | BBC Ideas
419 views / 0 likes - addedThis 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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The truth about the Spartans | BBC Ideas
280 views / 2 likes - addedThe 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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How to tell if someone is lying to you | BBC Ideas
298 views / 0 likes - addedHow 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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Why your belly button is amazing | BBC Ideas
434 views / 0 likes - addedWhether 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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What is deja vu? | BBC Ideas
296 views / 0 likes - addedDeja 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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Seven video games that changed the world | BBC Ideas
604 views / 2 likes - addedWhich 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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5 things you really need to know about AI | BBC Ideas
47 views / 0 likes - addedTerrified, 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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If you're blind what do you see when you dream? | BBC Ideas
324 views / 0 likes - addedDo 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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Three women who changed how we see the universe | BBC Ideas
892 views / 0 likes - addedThese 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 ----
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Why do we have so much stuff? | BBC Ideas
277 views / 0 likes - addedModern 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=
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Could we live without any fossil fuels at all? | BBC Ideas
851 views / 1 likes - addedFormer 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
325 views / 0 likes - addedThe 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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A brief history of socialism | BBC Ideas
501 views / 0 likes - addedWhat 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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How to tie shoelaces the RIGHT way | BBC Ideas
445 views / 1 likes - addedFed 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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Do eggs contain the secrets of the universe? | BBC Ideas
623 views / 0 likes - addedEggs 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
352 views / 0 likes - addedConfused 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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What happens inside you when you read a story | BBC Ideas
602 views / 1 likes - addedStories 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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Why time seems to fly as you get older | BBC Ideas
353 views / 0 likes - addedEver 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
781 views / 0 likes - addedTime 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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What multitasking does to your brain | BBC Ideas
286 views / 0 likes - addedIn 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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What will we eat for breakfast in 2039? | BBC Ideas
542 views / 0 likes - addedFancy 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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Where do phobias come from? | BBC Ideas
224 views / 1 likes - addedScared 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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Four ways your brain is playing tricks on you | BBC Ideas
787 views / 0 likes - addedIs your brain your own worst enemy? Have you fallen into any of these mind traps recently? An exploration of the world of cognitive bias. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav This video was made by The Moment. ---------------------------- Do you
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The secret history of witches | BBC Ideas
35 views / 0 likes - addedPersecution, 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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Five ways to stop getting distracted | BBC Ideas
420 views / 0 likes - addedWhy is it so hard to stop getting distracted? Is there a way to be better at it? Here are five tips to help you distraction-proof your mind and focus from author Nir Eyal.Made by Brendan Miller.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav----------------
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What's the point of noses? | BBC Ideas
373 views / 0 likes - addedWe 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 being bilingual is good for your brain | BBC Ideas
42 views / 0 likes - addedWhat 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
24 views / 0 likes - addedFollow 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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The hashtag… the story of # before Twitter and Instagram | BBC Ideas
431 views / 0 likes - addedSome 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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Why your first memory is probably wrong | BBC Ideas
354 views / 1 likes - addedHow 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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Four failed inventions that changed the world | BBC Ideas
664 views / 0 likes - addedThe 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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What is libertarianism? A simple guide | BBC Ideas
432 views / 0 likes - addedWhat 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 do your feet reveal about you? | BBC Ideas
244 views / 0 likes - addedWhat 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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High heels: A surprising history | BBC Ideas
344 views / 0 likes - addedHigh-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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Should we count in 12s rather than 10s? | BBC Ideas
857 views / 0 likes - addedIs 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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Do police sketches actually help catch criminals? | BBC Ideas
260 views / 0 likes - addedHow 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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Schizophrenia: Breaking the mental health stigma | BBC Ideas
261 views / 1 likes - addedEsme 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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What do your table manners say about you? | BBC Ideas
322 views / 0 likes - addedFrom 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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How the humble bean can help the world | BBC Ideas
40 views / 0 likes - addedBeans... 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
37 views / 0 likes - addedAs 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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Why do people lie and how often are you lied to? | BBC Ideas
323 views / 0 likes - addedWhy 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
621 views / 0 likes - addedAre 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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How to win at arm-wrestling in three easy steps | BBC Ideas
579 views / 0 likes - addedWant 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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What is an algorithm and how do they work? | BBC Ideas
1,549 views / 0 likes - addedWhat 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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3 keys to success for young people | BBC Ideas
31 views / 0 likes - addedWriter 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
885 views / 3 likes - addedHow 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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5 ways you can demolish creative blocks | BBC Ideas
301 views / 0 likes - addedFrom 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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Pink for girls, blue for boys - why do we gender toys? | BBC Ideas
317 views / 0 likes - addedPink 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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Five tips to get a new habit to stick | BBC Ideas
387 views / 0 likes - addedWhy 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 stay cool...without warming the planet | BBC Ideas
30 views / 0 likes - addedAs 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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How fractals can help you understand the universe | BBC Ideas
388 views / 1 likes - addedWhat 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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How the & sign got its name | BBC Ideas
612 views / 0 likes - addedSubscribe 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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Why water is one of the weirdest things in the universe | BBC Ideas
1,281 views / 0 likes - addedScience journalist Alok Jha explains why water is so incredibly strange. Prepare to have your mind blown.. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav Animation by Oliver Smyth. --------------------------------- Do you have a curious mind? You’re in the
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Sideburns: A hairy history | BBC Ideas
329 views / 0 likes - addedEver 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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What would a world without humans be like? | BBC Ideas
687 views / 1 likes - addedWhat 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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What crows can teach us about getting ahead | BBC Ideas
150 views / 0 likes - addedFrom 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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How to write a perfect speech | BBC Ideas
749 views / 0 likes - addedCody 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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Why smart people make stupid mistakes | BBC Ideas
345 views / 0 likes - addedSome 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
538 views / 0 likes - addedThey 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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Charles Darwin's theory of evolution explained | BBC Ideas
1,500 views / 1 likes - addedWhat 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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A brief history of memes | BBC Ideas
374 views / 1 likes - addedWhere 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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What happens to humans when we can't touch? | BBC Ideas
225 views / 0 likes - addedTouch 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 surprising history of sneakers | BBC Ideas
210 views / 0 likes - addedA speedy look at the history of sneakers (or trainers) and the profound impact that they have had on our culture, economies and the environment, written by Nicholas Smith. This video is based on 'Sneakernomics' podcast from BBC Radio 4 https://www.bbc.co.
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How commuting by rail changed our daily lives | BBC Ideas
562 views / 0 likes - addedSick 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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5 Latin phrases that are still meaningful today | BBC Ideas
280 views / 0 likes - addedClassicist 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 is there no cure for hair loss? | BBC Ideas
561 views / 0 likes - addedWhy 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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Three black scientists you need to know | BBC Ideas
466 views / 0 likes - addedSpace 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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What if robots were in charge of the world? | BBC Ideas
308 views / 0 likes - addedCould 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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Why anger is overrated | BBC Ideas
269 views / 0 likes - addedIs 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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Eva Kor: The Holocaust survivor who forgave the Nazis | BBC Ideas
801 views / 1 likes - addedIn 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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Right or left-handed? 5 facts about you | BBC Ideas
575 views / 0 likes - addedSubscribe 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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'Mental toughness is the secret to success' | BBC Ideas
331 views / 0 likes - addedBritish 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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String theory - a simple way to understand the universe | BBC Ideas
247 views / 0 likes - addedTheoretical 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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The story of the @ sign | BBC Ideas
701 views / 0 likes - addedSubscribe 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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My journey from rock bottom to the top | BBC Ideas
272 views / 0 likes - addedComputer 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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How to keep calm under pressure | 3 quick tips | BBC Ideas
369 views / 0 likes - addedExam 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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How to burn emotional burnout | BBC Ideas
290 views / 0 likes - addedWhat 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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Are you the eldest child? Youngest? Are birth order stereotypes true? | BBC Ideas
383 views / 0 likes - addedThere 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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Multi-millionaire at 19 - here are my 5 top tips | BBC Ideas
575 views / 1 likes - added5 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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3 surprising things you may not know about Queen Victoria | BBC Ideas
340 views / 1 likes - addedShe 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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5 reasons why you should sleep more | BBC Ideas
913 views / 1 likes - addedSubscribe 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 curious world of blood | BBC Ideas
496 views / 0 likes - addedDid 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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Why your ears are unique (and amazing!) | BBC Ideas
321 views / 0 likes - addedYou 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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How to win at... stone skimming | Episode 5 | BBC Ideas
239 views / 0 likes - addedStone 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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Did house, techno and grime music start with these women? | BBC Ideas
278 views / 0 likes - addedWhen 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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The science behind why doughnuts are so hard to resist | BBC Ideas
299 views / 0 likes - addedWhy 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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03:31
What elephants can teach us about life | BBC Ideas
305 views / 0 likes - addedElephants 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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04:25
The real reason there's no cure for your cold | BBC Ideas
422 views / 0 likes - addedScientists 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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05:20
Why IQ is not the same as intelligence | BBC Ideas
496 views / 0 likes - addedDoes IQ really measure how smart you are? Is it possible to accurately assess intelligence through a test? And does who is setting the test, and why, make a difference? Will humans keep getting smarter? Or are the limits to our intelligence? Watch more ab
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03:44
How metaphors shape the way you see the world | BBC Ideas
671 views / 0 likes - addedWhat 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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Why soil is one of the most amazing things on Earth | BBC Ideas
895 views / 0 likes - addedSoil 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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02:52
What if everyone in the world went vegan? | BBC Ideas
301 views / 0 likes - addedMore and more people are eating vegan foods and living a vegan lifestyle. But what would happen if everyone in the world switched to a plant-based diet and cut out meat and dairy? What impact could it have on the planet and on climate change? Made by Maia
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How half a degree could change the world forever | BBC Ideas
481 views / 0 likes - addedIn 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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Im autistic heres why I decided to stop masking | BBC Ideas
28 views / 0 likes - addedFlo 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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Severn Cullis-Suzuki: The child who tried to save the world... in 1992 | BBC Ideas
267 views / 0 likes - addedIn 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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05:37
Why do humans laugh? | BBC Ideas
163 views / 0 likes - addedWe all love ao good laugh. But it's not just a laughing matter - laughter benefits our minds, our relationships and our bodies. It also has a dark side - some people have actually died whilst laughing. Neuroscientist and stand-up comedian Sophie Scott exp
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06:38
The extraordinary power of kindness | BBC Ideas
294 views / 0 likes - addedEvery day for a year Bernadette Russell did a random act of kindness for a stranger. How did it change her? And what happens to your brain when you're kind?Made by Daniel Nils RobertsBased on The Kindness Test, the world's largest study of kindness, launc
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03:20
Why wasps are just as wonderful as bees | BBC Ideas
555 views / 1 likes - addedUnlike 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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What whales can teach us about living our best life | BBC Ideas
436 views / 2 likes - addedWhales 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
428 views / 0 likes - addedAre 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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Will humans keep getting smarter? | BBC Ideas
714 views / 0 likes - addedIs there a limit to human intelligence? Are humans getting smarter? What can IQ tests tell us? Where does emotional intelligence fit in? And what's the future of intelligence - will our brainpower be eclipsed by artificial intelligence? We asked some of t
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How to win at... cryptic crosswords | Episode 4 | BBC Ideas
314 views / 0 likes - addedPerplexed 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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The curious history of filming the sneeze | BBC Ideas
155 views / 0 likes - addedIt 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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What would a world without prisons be like? | BBC Ideas
254 views / 0 likes - addedWe take prisons, or jails, for granted - but how effective are they? And are there better alternatives? In this viewpoint, OU Senior Lecturer in Criminology, Dr David Scott, explores what a world without prisons might be like. For another perspective on p
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The language with 400 words for snow (and it's not Inuit) | BBC Ideas
515 views / 0 likes - addedSubscribe 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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06:43
What would alien life actually look like? | BBC Ideas
231 views / 0 likes - addedSpock? Predator? The classic humanoid body shape with big eyes? We don't think so. Biologist Adam Hart and illustrator Memo Kosemen combine their skills to predict how natural selection could see alien life evolve on a variety of alien worlds.Made by Clea
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How will artificial intelligence change the cities we live in? | BBC Ideas
256 views / 0 likes - addedHow 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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The girl who changed the world with an acorn | BBC Ideas
402 views / 1 likes - addedA powerful story of hope and redemption, which challenges us to think about the way we interact with the natural world. This beautiful animation, The Promise, is based on a children's book of the same name. ** There are subtitles available for this video
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Four secrets from sports psychology you can use in everyday life | BBC Ideas
335 views / 0 likes - addedFrom 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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What is plant blindness (and are you suffering from it)? | BBC Ideas
246 views / 0 likes - added"Plant blindness" is the inability to appreciate - or sometimes even notice - the plant life around us. And it's a surprisingly common phenomenon. But more and more studies show that spending time in nature is good for our wellbeing. Made in partnership w
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04:46
Why the Sun is incredible | BBC Ideas
311 views / 0 likes - addedThe Sun is just one of hundreds of billions of stars in our galaxy but it's very special to us - it's what makes life on Earth possible. Discover some incredible facts about our closest star with Dr Harry Cliff, a curator at London's Science Museum.Made b
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Is it time to reassess our relationship with nature? | BBC Ideas
406 views / 0 likes - addedWestern societies tend to see nature and humanity as separate concepts. But are there other ways of understanding our relationship with planet Earth? Are there lessons to be learnt from indigenous cultures?If you liked this video, we think you'll love thi
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Why do we use a qwerty keyboard? | Episode 5 | BBC Ideas
288 views / 0 likes - addedQwerty 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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Why do we eat turkey for Christmas (and Thanksgiving)? | BBC Ideas
590 views / 0 likes - addedSubscribe 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
798 views / 0 likes - addedSubscribe 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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The story of the killer disease humanity eradicated | BBC Ideas
272 views / 0 likes - addedSmallpox 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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The history of the universe explained in 4 minutes | BBC Ideas
706 views / 0 likes - addedWhat 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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04:57
Why are people homophobic? | What's Behind Prejudice? Episode 2 | BBC Ideas
248 views / 0 likes - addedIn 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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Why are people racist? | What's Behind Prejudice? Episode 1 | BBC Ideas
319 views / 0 likes - addedWhat's behind racism? Historian Onyeka Nubia explores why some people are racist - and talks about his own experiences of racism.The problem with the colour "nude", 'What Stan Lee's comics taught me about black history', what's the difference between, xen
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The ancient secrets revealed by deciphered tablets | BBC Ideas
163 views / 0 likes - addedCuneiform is the earliest known form of writing. For thousands of years, no one was able to translate it. When it was finally cracked, it gave us some astonishing insights into the ancient world...Made by Jist Studios.Made in partnership with The Open Uni
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How to be more productive | Productivity tips and hacks | BBC Ideas
663 views / 0 likes - addedWant to be more productive and organised - whether that's at work or studying? From "Deep Work" to the "Pomodoro Technique", here are some simple productivity tips and productivity hacks to help you make the most of your time and get more done. And p.s. i
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The science of snowflakes with Brian Cox | BBC Ideas
30 views / 0 likes - addedHow do snowflakes form? Why do they have six sides? Is it true that each snowflakes is unique? Here's some serious snowflake trivia courtesy of physicist Prof Brian Cox.Made by Studio Panda with paper artwork by Sam Pierpoint, in partnership with the @roy
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What if everyone planted a tree? | BBC Ideas
605 views / 0 likes - addedAround 30% of our planet is covered in trees - that's approximately 3 trillion trees. As well as helping with biodiversity, they can also help combat climate change. But we're cutting our trees down at an alarming rate - 4.1 million a day. So what would h
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How to win at arm-wrestling #shorts | BBC Ideas
36 views / 0 likes - addedWant to win at arm-wrestling? Here's a top tip to give you the edge Watch the full film with more tips https://youtu.be/KUXl-qP7iZ0?list=PLMrFM-P68Wh7CbvUNmeHqFDvJ2DKQdFkMFind how to win at more stuff in our playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=
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Lotte Reiniger: The animation genius you've probably never heard of | BBC Ideas
647 views / 0 likes - addedWe’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 make better decisions | 3 quick tips | BBC Ideas
685 views / 0 likes - addedDo you ever feel that life is just one decision after another? What to wear? What to eat? When you're faced with a big decision, it can be hard to know where to start. So here's Dr Radha Modgil and three of her favourite decision-making tips, along with a
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How to win at rock, paper, scissors #shorts | BBC Ideas
34 views / 0 likes - addedCheck out these tips for how to triumph at that all-important game, rock-paper-scissors.Watch the full film https://youtu.be/eXQNi8hA_yM?list=PLMrFM-P68Wh7CbvUNmeHqFDvJ2DKQdFkMFind how to win at more stuff in our playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?
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Food stories: A brief history of the humble sandwich | BBC Ideas
726 views / 0 likes - addedSubscribe 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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What's the point of pain? | BBC Ideas
36 views / 0 likes - addedWe all know what pain is. But why does it exist? And what's it like to live with chronic pain?Animation by Gemma Green-Hope.Made in partnership with the @royalsociety Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav0:26 Intro to the three types of pain0:30 D
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The extraordinary power of poo! | BBC Ideas
156 views / 0 likes - addedAmazingly, the average adult flushes away 730 litres of urine and around 91kg of faeces every year. But could our number twos be the answer to some of the worlds biggest problems?From modern treatment plants able to convert our never-ending supply of poo
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'Losing a parent made me more resilient' | BBC Ideas
209 views / 0 likes - addedLosing a parent in childhood is incredibly tough. But can the experience help set someone up for success later in life - helping to make them more resilient? Why do so many people who lose a parent when young go on to become leaders?Made by Silverfish Fil
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How to win at rock-paper-scissors with 3 simple strategies | BBC Ideas
1,083 views / 4 likes - addedSubscribe 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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Why morning light is so crucial to your health | BBC Ideas
196 views / 0 likes - addedSunlight is powerful stuff - probably more powerful than you might realise. Light affects all of our most important body functions - from sleep, to our mental wellbeing, even our immune system. Here's an illuminating look at why morning light can help reg
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A brief history of salt and pepper | Edible Histories Episode 7 | BBC Ideas
272 views / 0 likes - addedSome 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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Transhumanism: Will humans evolve to something smarter? | A-Z of ISMs Episode 20 - BBC Ideas
455 views / 0 likes - addedWhat does transhumanism mean? What is the definition of transhumanism? Philosopher Julian Baggini explains the radical vision of transhumanism - where humans become part-machine... and are all the better for it. Feminism, Darwinism, capitalism, socialism,
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A brief history of sausages | Edible Histories Episode 8 | BBC Ideas
245 views / 1 likes - addedWhat are sausages made of? And where do sausages come from? From saveloys to toad-in-the-hole, food historian Annie Gray chews over the history of this ever-popular food - the sausage.Made by Somethin' ElseLooking for more to sink your teeth into? Find ou
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Why are people anti-Semitic? | What's Behind Prejudice? Episode 4 | BBC Ideas
241 views / 0 likes - addedWhy are people anti-Semitic? What is behind anti-Semitism? As part of our series on the root causes of various forms of prejudice, US comedian Alex Edelman explores what's behind anti-Semitism. Why are people racist? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3zHr9O
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The true story of Mary Anning: The girl who helped discover dinosaurs | BBC Ideas
1,022 views / 0 likes - addedThe 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
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Are young people discriminated against for being young? | BBC Ideas
496 views / 0 likes - addedPoet 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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Why are people sexist? | What's Behind Prejudice? Episode 3 | BBC Ideas
248 views / 0 likes - addedWhat's really behind sexism? The founder of the Everyday Sexism Project Laura Bates explores some of the root causes of sexism and sexist behaviour.Why are people racist? Or homophobic? Watch more like this in our What's Behind Prejudice playlist: https:/
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Would George Orwell have had a smartphone? | BBC Ideas
207 views / 0 likes - addedGeorge Orwell's novel Nineteen Eighty-Four was published more than 70 years ago in 1949. 1984 imagines a society controlled by Big Brother, where people are monitored by the state using advanced technology. If George Orwell were alive today would he be wo
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Inside my autistic mind | BBC Ideas
32 views / 0 likes - addedMurray is autistic - he's also non-speaking. He made and starred in this short film, in order to share what he's really feeling.Watch Inside Our Autistic Minds on BBC iPlayer (UK only) https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0bbnh47Made by BBC Studios.Subscribe
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The ancient history of the modern hamburger | Edible Histories Episode 4 | BBC Ideas
585 views / 1 likes - addedWe tend to think of the burger a quintessentially American invention - the fastest of fast food. But the story of the hamburger goes back further than you might think - right back to the Romans. Food historian Annie Gray gets stuck in.Made by Somethin' El
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Do you have what it takes to be a spy? | BBC Ideas
28 views / 0 likes - addedWhat qualities are the UK security services looking for when they recruit? (Spoiler alert: James Bond wannabes need not apply.)Made by Costanza Gambarini in partnership with @TheOpenUniversity Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav0:00 Introduction
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Chocolate: A short but sweet history | Episode 3 | BBC Ideas
430 views / 0 likes - addedChocolate, food of the gods! Its history goes back thousands of years so heres a quick look at how we came to eat chocolate in the first place - where its originally from (Central and South America), when it was invented, and how its made. Is chocolate an
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Roy Hackett: 'Why I'm still fighting racism at 90' | BBC Ideas
302 views / 0 likes - addedIn this moving interview, anti-racism pioneer Roy Hackett - who is now in his 90s - reveals the extraordinary level of racism he faced when he first arrived in the UK in the 1950s. Following the Black Lives Matter protests and the removal of the statue of
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Was John Lennon a visionary or a bully... or both? | BBC Ideas
287 views / 0 likes - addedWas 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 algorithms are called algorithms | BBC Ideas
1,304 views / 0 likes - addedWhy 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 curry from India conquered Britain | Edible Histories Episode 6 | BBC Ideas
332 views / 0 likes - addedGoing for an Indian or having a curry is almost as stereotypically British as roast dinners or fish and chips. So how did curry - a dish from India - come to dominate British cuisine? Here's food historian Annie Gray.Made by Somethin' Else.Hungry for more
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Three pioneers who predicted climate change | BBC Ideas
288 views / 0 likes - addedWe've known about climate change and the warming impact of CO2 for a very long time... Here are three key figures in the history of climate change science - Eunice Foote, Guy Stewart Callendar and Charles Keeling. Not all of them them got the recognition
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Why you're emailing wrong | You're Doing it Wrong! Episode 3 | BBC Ideas
271 views / 1 likes - addedBillions 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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Why (almost) all world maps are wrong | You're Doing it Wrong! Episode 6 | BBC Ideas
567 views / 0 likes - addedHere'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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Anne-Marie Imafidon: The former child genius reshaping the world of tech | BBC Ideas
23 views / 0 likes - addedAs a child, Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon loved taking things apart. Now a tech leader, she's passionate about breaking down stereotypes.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav Made by Angel Sharp Media. In collaboration with the EBUs Women of Science proj
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How Languages Evolve - Alex Gendler
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How Bilingual Brains Perceive Time Differently
516 views / 1 likes - addedA new study has found that what language you speak might alter your perception of time. What Happens If We Give A.I. The Ability To Remember Everything? - https://youtu.be/3Nq-9_SwC68 Sign Up For The Seeker Newsletter Here - http://bit.ly/1UO1PxI Special
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Are Elvish, Klingon, Dothraki And Na'vi Real Languages? - John McWhorter
663 views / 0 likes - addedView full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/are-elvish-klingon-dothraki-and-na-vi-real-languages-john-mcwhorter What do Game of Thrones' Dothraki, Avatar's Na'vi, Star Trek's Klingon and LOTR's Elvish have in common? They are all fantasy constructed langu
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How do cancer cells behave differently from healthy ones? - George Zaidan
661 views / 1 likes - addedView full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-do-cancer-cells-behave-differently-from-healthy-ones-george-zaidan How do cancer cells grow? How does chemotherapy fight cancer (and cause negative side effects)? The answers lie in cell division. George Zai
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Accent Expert Breaks Down 4 Amazing Things About Languages | WIRED
524 views / 0 likes - addedEver wonder why we pronounce words differently than we did 100 years ago? Dialect coach Erik Singer breaks down four of the most mind-blowing facts we know about human language. CORRECTION: The scan shown at 4:44 is an ultrasound image, not an MRI. We reg
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Saving Languages From Extinction
429 views / 0 likes - addedTunica, Osing, Sorani Kurdish and Dutch sign language—these are among about 500 languages considered critically endangered. With only a handful of speakers, and no active movement to revive the language, they could be lost to time. Thankfully, Danie
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How Interpreters Juggle Two Languages At Once - Ewandro Magalhaes
1,398 views / 0 likes - addedView full Lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-interpreters-juggle-two-languages-at-once-ewandro-magalhaes Language is complex, and when abstract or nuanced concepts get lost in translation, the consequences may be catastrophic. Given the complexities o
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How Many Languages Are There?
295 views / 0 likes - addedThe answer is, of course, a bit more complicated than you might think. Written with Molly Ruhl and Gretchen McCulloch. Gretchen's podcast has an episode all about this: https://lingthusiasm.com/post/154520059101/lingthusiasm-episode-1-speaking-a-single-la
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Programming Languages: Crash Course Computer Science #11
663 views / 0 likes - addedGet your first two months of Curiosity Stream free by going to http://curiositystream.com/crashcourse and using the promo code “crashcourse”. So we ended last episode with programming at the hardware level with things like plugboards and huge panels of sw
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Sound of Ancient Languages
783 views / 3 likes - addedAncient Languages: Ancient Egypt / 3100 BC - 332 BC Achaemenids / 550 BC–330 BC Ancient Greece / c. 800 BC - c. 600 AD Ancient Rome / 753 BC–476 AD Assyria / 1813 BC–612 BC Göktürks / 552 AD-744 AD Hittites / c. 1600 BC–c
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The Sound of Ancient Languages. You Haven't Seen Anything Like This Before!
135 views / 0 likes - addedBuy & Sell Bitcoin and hunderds of other cryptocurrencies at the speed of light in every market condition with ICRYPEX! https://goo.su/rly5HU Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing world of ancient languages with our captivating video. Experience the enc
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Why Are There Different Languages? | COLOSSAL QUESTIONS
838 views / 4 likes - addedHave you ever stopped and wondered: why are there so many different languages on Earth?? Welcome to COLOSSAL QUESTIONS, the show that answers all of life's most pressing questions! → Credits ← Narrated by: Matt Schneck Written & Directed by: Matt Levy Edi
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Why Are Adults Bad At New Languages?
359 views / 0 likes - addedThanks to the University of Minnesota for sponsoring this video! http://twin-cities.umn.edu/Learning a new language as an adult is harder than doing so as a child because adults usually arent as invested and often use the wrong strategies.Thanks also to o
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Various Artists - Hakuna Matata (In 28 Languages) (From "The Lion King")
718 views / 2 likes - addedWatch "Hakuna Matata" performed in 28 languages!From Disney's The Lion King playing in theatres now. Get tickets here: http://bit.ly/LnKngTix Watch all The Lion King music videos here: https://disneymusic.co/TheLionKing/VevoDownload/stream The Lion King s
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The Gyroscopic Effect Explained Differently
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How Eyes Evolved to See the World Differently
627 views / 0 likes - addedThis NASA Mission Uses Cold War Planes To Map The World's Largest Island https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oiQq9kWhGxI&t=114s Subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/user/DNewsChannel Special thanks to the Comparative Ocular Pathology Lab in Wisconsin https://ww
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What do all languages have in common? - Cameron Morin
295 views / 1 likes - addedDig into Noam Chomskys theory of universal grammar and decide: are there universal grammar rules and are they hardwired into our brains?--Language is endlessly variable. Each of us can come up with an infinite number of sentences in our native language, a
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What SpongeBob and Lincoln Loud Sound Like in Different Languages! Nick
557 views / 1 likes - addedPhantasie! Immaginazione! No matter how you say "imagination", SpongeBob and The Loud House are still hilarious! Ft. scenes from 'Idiot Box' and 'The Sweet Spot'! This is what it sounds like to watch The Loud House and SpongeBob in different languages! Su
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The fake 'kitchen hacks' with billions of views - BBC
131 views / 0 likes - addedSubscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSubWatch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home Watch more from BBC Click https://www.youtube.com/user/ClickBBCVideos showing off "kitchen hacks" and baking ideas have clocked up billions of
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The fake 'kitchen hacks' with billions of views - BBC
153 views / 0 likes - addedSubscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSubWatch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home Watch more from BBC Click https://www.youtube.com/user/ClickBBCVideos showing off "kitchen hacks" and baking ideas have clocked up billions of
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Billie Eilish Makes Music Differently, Here's How | Diary of a Song
679 views / 1 likes - addedThe fastest-rising pop star of the moment is 17 and writes off-kilter hits with her older brother from their parents’ house. Breaking down Billie Eilish’s “Bury a Friend,” we show a new model for making it big. Subscribe: http://bit.ly/U8Ys7n More from Th
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DIY HANDMADE BAG IDEAS - RECYCLED CRAFTS - CUTE and EASY IDEAS
256 views / 0 likes - addedDIY HANDMADE BAG IDEAS - RECYCLED CRAFTS - CUTE and EASY IDEAS Fun, Cute and Easy Crafts: Girl CraftsDIY , Nail Art, Beauty, Nail Polish, Fake Nails, Nail Hacks, Kawaii, Manicure, Home Decor, Paper Crafts, School Supplies, Jewelry, Phone Cases, Slime, Ori
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1st place science fair ideas- 10 ideas and tricks to WIN!
979 views / 0 likes - added10 ideas and some power tips to make you the king of your science fair! FREE Audio Book- http://bit.ly/AudibleMarkRober A review of all the books I've listened to recently: http://bit.ly/MarksAudioBooks Studio C collab video! https://youtu.be/QCUyhiF6-0Q
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Our Universe is SO big, it's mindblowing! BBC
253 views / 0 likes - addedSubscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSubWatch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home Professor Brian Cox takes us on a journey from a small picnic on Earth... to the deepest depths of space over ten billion light years away #BBC
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Superhero Cake Decoration Ideas | Avengers Cakes 2020 | Cartoon Cake Ideas
453 views / 0 likes - addedCreative Chocolate Cake Decorating Ideas | Yummy Chocolate Cake Recipe Tutorial This Superhero Cake Decoration Ideas , Avengers Cakes 2019 are easy Cartoon Cake Ideas that anyone can make at home you can also make rainbow birthday cake, cupcake, cake desi
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Snoring hummingbird - Super Cute Animals - BBC
769 views / 0 likes - addedSubscribe and to OFFICIAL BBC YouTube https://bit.ly/2IXqEIn Stream original BBC programmes FIRST on BBC iPlayer https://bbc.in/2J18jYJ Programme website: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b053d3b0 A sleepy hummingbird snores away. #bbc All our TV channels
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The Law All Languages Obey
403 views / 0 likes - addedCan a mathematical formula prove that dolphins have language like we do? "NOVA Wonders: What Are Animals Saying?" premieres April 25, 2018 at 9/8c on PBS NOVA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NOVAonline NOVA on Twitter: @novapbs NOVA on Instagram: @n
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How languages steal words from each other
112 views / 0 likes - addedThis is the only pirate reference you're getting from me. Written with Molly Ruhl and Gretchen McCulloch. Gretchen's podcast has an episode all about this: https://lingthusiasm.com/post/684727483493384192/episode-68-tea-and-skyscrapers-when-words-get More
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The Best Dogs Of BBC Earth | Top 5 | BBC Earth
621 views / 1 likes - addedWe've collected the most precious moments from our beloved canine companions: from cute puppies opening their eyes for the first time, to loyal wild dogs and incredibly intelligent pets.Subscribe: http://bit.ly/BBCEarthSub Watch more: Planet Earth http://
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Baby jaguar's very first swim - BBC
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Brain Surgeon - That Mitchell & Webb Look , Series 3 - BBC Two
411 views / 0 likes - addedSubscribe and to OFFICIAL BBC YouTube https://bit.ly/2IXqEIn Stream original BBC programmes FIRST on BBC iPlayer https://bbc.in/2J18jYJ http://www.bbc.co.uk/bbctwo Comedy sketch show starring David Mitchell and Robert Webb. #bbc All our TV channels and S4
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Why Do Animals Make Different Sounds In Different Languages?
529 views / 0 likes - addedShouldn't we use the same words for animal sounds, whatever the language? Here's why we don't.
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How to grow an UNLIMITED amount of fresh herbs BBC
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Meet Dubai's richest teenager, @Money Kicks BBC
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How do astronauts go to the bathroom in space? | QI BBC
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Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation of the Brain - Royal Institution Christmas Lectures - BBC Four
96 views / 0 likes - addedSubscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSubWatch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home More about this programme: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b018l6vy Professor Bruce Hood uses a magnet to show that the brain uses electrical s
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