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  • 08:25 New Trying the Ramen Spice Challenge

    Trying the Ramen Spice Challenge

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    This ramen is on If you're looking for a ramen that can surprise you, excite you or even BLOW AWAY your taste buds? Then you've stopped on the right video! This is Samyangs Buldak-Bokkeum-Myeon. This instant ramen has set the benchmark for all other ramen

  • 00:56 White strawberries actually exist!  #strawberry #shorts

    White strawberries actually exist! #strawberry #shorts

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    In Japan, there's a specialty fruit craze sweeping the nation, from square watermelons to grapes the size of Ping-Pong balls. Still, the crown jewel of the luxury fruit basket is the white strawberry, bred to be a whole lot bigger and a whole lot sweeter

  • 04:26 Why Is There a Scottish Village In Italy?

    Why Is There a Scottish Village In Italy?

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    The Italian Alps, home to countless quintessential Italian villagesand one not-so traditional. Welcome to Gurro, the Scottish village in Italy.So what actually makes this village Scottish? Legend has it that the population descended from Scottish soldiers

  • 08:20 The Oldest Junk Boat Left In Hong Kong

    The Oldest Junk Boat Left In Hong Kong

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    Victoria Harbor is filled with boats of all shapes and sizes. However, theres one boat that has a particularly special relationship with Hong Kong. The Dukling is Hong Kongs oldest authentic junk boat and its still going strong nearly 70 years later.For H

  • 08:13 We Tried Smell VR - and It's Better Than You Think!

    We Tried Smell VR - and It's Better Than You Think!

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    Can you imagine watching your favorite cooking show and being able to smell the aromas? Well, a new bit of technology could make this possible - the Escents!Power couple Anastasia and Ivan are the inventors behind the London-based startup Scentient, that

  • 00:54 Youve gotmail! This man is the famous voice of the internet  #internet #shorts

    Youve gotmail! This man is the famous voice of the internet #internet #shorts

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    If you logged onto the internet circa 1997, chances are you heard this guy, Elwood Edwards, greet you with a warm Welcome! Youve got mail. Edwards scored his place in internet history back in 1989, after submitting a handful of recorded phrases to a compa

  • 08:09 This Family Owns the Lights of Hollywood

    This Family Owns the Lights of Hollywood

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    Step into the neon world of 'God's Own Junkyard', where words come to life in vibrant, dazzling and electrifying ways! Nestled in an unsuspecting warehouse in East London, this neon haven is more than just a workshopit's a shrine to the art of imagination

  • 03:18 Can You Guess the Film by the Movie Poster? This Is Harder Than You Think

    Can You Guess the Film by the Movie Poster? This Is Harder Than You Think

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    We dont remember Garfield having weapons and did Groundhog Day really have a GIANT groundhog eating humans?!A handful of highly skilled artists in Ghana are behind some of the most imaginative, beautiful and exaggerated film posters. These posters are hil

  • 08:21 Meet the Real-Life Superwoman | Super Power

    Meet the Real-Life Superwoman | Super Power

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    Karenjeet Kaur Bains is the real-life Clark Kent. By day, shes a chartered accountant and by night she transforms into superwoman, deadlifting 175 kg in her home gym. With all that superpower its unsurprising she has a few titles under her belt: Commonwea

  • 06:38 You've Never Heard Instruments Like This Before

    You've Never Heard Instruments Like This Before

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    If you're a fan of the cinematic universe, this is a Great Big Story for you! These strange devices are used in big budget cinematic scores and video games like Cyberpunk 2077. A small team of dedicated engineers called @somasynths_subchannel based in War

  • 04:55 Berlin's Flying Ramen

    Berlin's Flying Ramen

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    In the bustling city of Berlin, an extraordinary ramen phenomenon has taken flight thanks to a man named Christopher. From the confines of his apartment, Christopher crafts and delivers fresh ramen kits in a most unconventional manner. Using a vibrant red

  • 08:15 Playing Video Games With Mind Control

    Playing Video Games With Mind Control

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    The future is now - or so it seems. @perrikaryal is a gamer, Twitch streamer, psychology graduate and a genius with the ability to control games...with her mind! She has mastered the art of doing this with games like Elden Ring, Halo and TrackMania all wi

  • 02:58 India's 5000 Year Old Art of Rangoli

    India's 5000 Year Old Art of Rangoli

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    Meet Rahul Swami - India's fastest Rangoli artist. Rangoli, a traditional Indian art form, involves creating beautiful patterns on the ground or tabletops using various materials like powdered limestone and colored sand. More than just decoration, Rangoli

  • 06:09 What is Japan's Stinkiest Superfood?

    What is Japan's Stinkiest Superfood?

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    Have you tried natt? If not, don't worry as we're here to help you expand your palette. Natt are soybeans that have been fermented by a bacteria called Bacillus subtilis, which naturally exists in rice straw. Atsuya Okuno, a third-generation natt producer

  • 08:23 Is This the Best Pie in New York?

    Is This the Best Pie in New York?

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    The week of Thanksgiving, this small store is making a colossal 15,000 pies - thats almost 90 pies an hour! The master baker behind this serious operation is Petra Paredez, and its safe to say, pie runs through her veins.Growing up in her parents bakery i

  • 08:14 Upgrade Your Hand With This Extra Thumb

    Upgrade Your Hand With This Extra Thumb

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    Have you ever thought about using an extra thumb? Perhaps you could play the guitar faster, or hold an extra tool as you continue to work? Well think no more, as Dani Clode has invented just that. We took a trip down to the University of Cambridge, where

  • 03:12 The Original Warrior Energy Bar

    The Original Warrior Energy Bar

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    Churchkhela has been a favored snack in many countries for thousands of years. However, despite this, it is still relatively unknown to the wider world. People not familiar with the food often mistake its appearance for a whole number of things ranging fr

  • 08:02 Discover the Truth About Santa

    Discover the Truth About Santa

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    Get ready to unwrap the secrets behind the man in the red suit!We embark on a festive journey through time to discover the amazing origins of Santa Claus. Did Coca-Cola really turn him red, or is that just a fizzy fable? Buckle up for a sleigh ride throug

  • 08:01 The Brothers Who Invented Formula 1... For Marbles

    The Brothers Who Invented Formula 1... For Marbles

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    Marble Racing is a sport watched by millions. In fact, these marbles have more fans than a lot of athletes. People buy their merch, and they even have their own team chants! Thats because brothers Jelle and Dion Bakker have created a captivating world, wh

  • 03:32 The World's Most Relaxed Rodents - Capybaras

    The World's Most Relaxed Rodents - Capybaras

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    The largest rodent in the world is a Capybaraand they are VERY cute. Native to South America, these semi-aquatic gentle giants are known for their peaceful, sociable personalities. But theres something special about the Capybaras in Japans Izu Shaboten Zo

  • 04:59 You Can Have Your Tea and Eat it Too

    You Can Have Your Tea and Eat it Too

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    Did you know there is one country in the world that eats their tea leaves?Resident foodie, Beryl, guides us through this traditional Burmese ingredient, as we travel to Myanmar to learn about Lahpet Thoke, which uses fermented, pickled tea leaves. With lo

  • 03:56 Australia's Craziest Water Fight

    Australia's Craziest Water Fight

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    Deep in the Australian outback, the scorching town of Alice Springs hosts their annual boat regatta, Henley-on-Todd. But this is not your average day of boat racing, because it takes place on dry land!This mad idea came to life way back in 1962, when Reg

  • 04:58 Whats the Connection Between Seahorses and Salt?

    Whats the Connection Between Seahorses and Salt?

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    What do you get when you combine the waters of the Irish sea, the Welsh countryside and seahorses? Salt some of the best tasting salt in the world. Halen Mn means Anglesey sea salt in Welsh and it is also the name of a family run business selling sea salt

  • 04:49 This Man Drives a Burger To Work

    This Man Drives a Burger To Work

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    What's the craziest looking car you've ever driven? Our latest contributor has driven the wackiest looking vehicles. Literally. We're talking burgers, pencils and even...a snooker table. In Hyderabad, India you can find the world's first and only handmade

  • 06:52 See Where the Presidents of France Get Their Furniture

    See Where the Presidents of France Get Their Furniture

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    Mobilier National is a secret warehouse that contains some of the most important pieces of French furniture to ever exist. History has been made on these desks, royalty has strolled across these carpets and the politicians of France make their most import

  • 05:01 Lost Your Luggage? It's Probably Here!

    Lost Your Luggage? It's Probably Here!

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    When youre traveling, have you ever wondered what happens if your bag gets lost? Well, itll probably end up in Scottsboro, Alabama at the nations only store for lost luggage.Unclaimed Baggage opened over 50 years ago, when entrepreneur and radio enthusias

  • 00:58 The First Man To Record Sound  #sound #shorts

    The First Man To Record Sound #sound #shorts

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    Do you know who recorded the first-ever sound?If you answered, 'Thomas Edison', you are mistaken! It was actually a bookseller in Paris, in the mid-1800s. douard-Lon Scott de Martinville invented a device called the Phonautograph, which recorded audio. He

  • 02:33 The Unexpected Origin of the Michelin Star

    The Unexpected Origin of the Michelin Star

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    The Michelin Star system is a guide that rates restaurants out of three stars and the Michelin tire company sellsyou guessed it, tires! But how are these two companies linked to one another?The Michelin tire company was invented in 1889 by two French brot

  • 03:32 I Designed the Most Famous Tongue In History

    I Designed the Most Famous Tongue In History

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    The Rolling Stones hot lips logo is everywhere. Youll find it on t-shirts, bumper stickers, key-rings, backpacks and murals across the globe its even a popular choice of tattoo. Over five decades after its big debut on The Rolling Stones Sticky Fingers al

  • 05:26 Growing the World's Largest Flower

    Growing the World's Largest Flower

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    When you imagine a plant, what do you think of? Lush green leaves, the sweet smell of a flower or maybe some roots? Well, the worlds largest flower doesnt have any of these!Rafflesia is a parasitic behemoth that has baffled scientists since its discovery.

  • 04:15 The Cambridge Professor Who Learned To Read At 18

    The Cambridge Professor Who Learned To Read At 18

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    Meet Jason Arday, Cambridge Universitys youngest-ever Black professor who defied all odds in pursuit of his academic ambitions.Jason's remarkable journey begins with a diagnosis of Global Developmental Delay and Autism during his early years. He didn't st

  • 03:15 This Is Not An Avocado

    This Is Not An Avocado

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    Meet the artist who has invented the ecovado, an alternative avocado that might just trick you into thinking its the real deal. Arina Shokouhi was an avo-lover before realizing their farming process has a huge impact on the environment. She decided to tak

  • 03:12 This London Bookstore Lets You Try the Recipes Before You Buy

    This London Bookstore Lets You Try the Recipes Before You Buy

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    Finding a good recipe isnt as simple as it should be. Photos cant always be trusted and estimated cooking times can be a bit too optimistic for the everyday home cook. With endless options online and countless books available to buy, things can get a bit

  • 04:50 The Surfing School for People With Disabilities

    The Surfing School for People With Disabilities

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    Theres more than just one way to ride a wave. In Caswell Bay, Wales youll find a one-of-a-kind surf school. Originally working out of the back of a car, Surfability UK now operates from two purpose built buildings with an ever-growing range of specialist

  • 03:30 These Sausages Are Over 500 Years Old

    These Sausages Are Over 500 Years Old

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    In a small town in the south of England, there is a very special shop nestled on the high street. It has been there since the days of Henry VIII; it has survived war, plague and famine - and yet it still stands. Its secret? Sausages!R.J. Balson and Sons i

  • 03:54 How They Make the FIFA World Cup Trophy

    How They Make the FIFA World Cup Trophy

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    Ever wondered where some of the worlds most prestigious sports awards are created? This week we take you behind the scenes to explore the headquarters of GDE Bertoni, a small family-run firm located on the outskirts of Milan, Italy.We introduce you to the

  • 04:00 Meet the Basque Stone Lifters

    Meet the Basque Stone Lifters

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    Step into the world of Basque rural sports (or Herri Kirolak), where raw power and tradition collide.Meet Joseba, an incredible father and the driving force behind a Stone Lifting school in Spain, that's breaking barriers and shattering stereotypes. He's

  • 03:54 Haiti's Heroes: Saving Lives at 6,000ft

    Haiti's Heroes: Saving Lives at 6,000ft

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    In Haiti, medical access is a daunting challenge. Not only does the majority of the population live outside of the capital and amongst mountainous landscape, but Haiti itself sits on a major tectonic fault line, making it prone to catastrophic earthquakes

  • 02:15 The Genius Behind Karaoke

    The Genius Behind Karaoke

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    Grab a mic, pick a song and unleash your inner singer. Thats all you need for a great time at a karaoke bar. Karaoke is everywhere, but have you ever wondered where it came from?Karaoke originated in 1968 in Osaka, Japan and by definition it literally des

  • 03:37 The Chef Who Cant Eat What She Cooks

    The Chef Who Cant Eat What She Cooks

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    Can you imagine being allergic to your job? Meet the chef with severe food allergies.Kathlena has made it her life mission to create delicious free from alternatives for people suffering with restricted diets, but her own allergies are so severe that she

  • 03:23 Thailands Homemade Rocket Festival

    Thailands Homemade Rocket Festival

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    Have you heard of the rocket festival? We traveled to Ubon Ratchathani in Northeast Thailand to explore the fascinating culture, customs and traditions of the Isan people that is at the heart of this rocket competition also known as "Bun Bang Fai". This i

  • 04:17 Swedens Sandwich Cake - Smrgstrta

    Swedens Sandwich Cake - Smrgstrta

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    When you think of a cake, what comes to mind? Chocolate icing? Cream, jam or sprinkles? Now, Google Smrgstrta and tell us what you think it is. Is it a cake? Is it a sandwich? Well, technically its a sandwich cake. Everyones favorite face on Great Big Sto

  • 02:58 The First Man To Record Sound

    The First Man To Record Sound

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    Do you know who recorded the first-ever sound?If you answered, 'Thomas Edison', you are mistaken! It was actually a bookseller in Paris, in the mid-1800s. douard-Lon Scott de Martinville invented a device called the Phonautograph, which recorded audio. He

  • 04:20 This Spanish Festival Is a Funeral For a Fish

    This Spanish Festival Is a Funeral For a Fish

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    Did you know that every year around Easter, the Spanish city Murcia holds a funeral for a fish? Entierro de la Sardina, otherwise known as the burial of the sardine, is a festival like no other. During this jam-packed weekend of parties and performances,

  • 01:32 Party in a Can: The Story of Silly String

    Party in a Can: The Story of Silly String

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    The invention of Silly String was a complete accident that nearly didn't happen. In 1972, inventor Leonard A. Fish and chemist Robert P. Cox set out to create an aerosol spray that would act as an instant cast for broken limbs. After dozens of tests, they

  • 05:55 Would You Try Mongolian Fermented Horse Milk?

    Would You Try Mongolian Fermented Horse Milk?

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    If youre a fan of kefir and yogurt, you might be excited to try airag, a traditional Mongolian drink made from fermenting mare's milk. The process has remained largely unchanged since the 13th century, and the fermentation process gives it a slightly sour

  • 02:20 Popular Is This the Silliest Toy Ever?

    Is This the Silliest Toy Ever?

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    Did you ever play with Silly Putty when you were a kid? Did you know its been around for 70 years? Did you know it was accidentally invented during World War II? Well you do now!James Wright accidentally invented this silly substance in an attempt to make

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  • 04:35 I Created Clippy

    I Created Clippy

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    Clippit or Clippy as you might know him, made his way onto millions of computers around the globe in the late nineties. The trusty paperclip fended off countless other characters before rising to fame upon his selection as Microsoft Office 97s default ass

  • 04:53 Have you met Britain's Unknown Royal Family?

    Have you met Britain's Unknown Royal Family?

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    As the United Kingdom prepares to crown King Charles III, another royal family will be watching with eager eyes. Meet the Pearly Kings and Queens of London.Like the British monarch, Diane Gould comes from a long line of kings and queens. She can trace her

  • 04:48 Forging Forgotten Ancient Greek Armor

    Forging Forgotten Ancient Greek Armor

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    Dimitrios Katsikis is a self-taught master of ancient Greek armor. He utilizes self-made tools to combine simple materials into stunning complete sets of defensive battle gear.As a dedicated researcher, he can revive historical artefacts for the modern ag

  • 03:11 Meet the Grandmother of Churros | Great Big Story

    Meet the Grandmother of Churros | Great Big Story

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    80 year-old Charo Salguero Venegas is a big name in the Spanish town of El Puerto de Santa Mara. Why? She makes the best churros in the world. Known all around town as Grandmother Churros, her dedication to the delicious treat has even been recognised by

  • 11:59 Some of YouTubes Most Creative Creators

    Some of YouTubes Most Creative Creators

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    We are consistently amazed by the creative, fun, heartwarming and sometimes wonderfully weird things people do on YouTube. So were celebrating some of our favorite YouTube creators in this reel. Some simply eat as millions watch. Others dive for treasure,

  • 02:54 Meet the Man Making the Smallest Sculptures in the World

    Meet the Man Making the Smallest Sculptures in the World

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    The artist Willard Wigan has been making sculptures for six decades, and yet his entire body of work could fit in the palm of your hand. His record-breaking micro-sculptures, which take months to complete, are made from fragments of pottery, flecks of gol

  • 03:04 The Fastest Window Cleaner in the World

    The Fastest Window Cleaner in the World

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    There are hundreds of thousands of window cleaners in the world, and Terry Turbo Burrows is the fastest of them all. He started cleaning windows when he was just 21 and went on to set a Guinness World Record speed in 1995. Since then hes gone on to break

  • 03:59 The Steakhouse Serving 3D Printed Vegan Meat

    The Steakhouse Serving 3D Printed Vegan Meat

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    Nature-loving meat eaters rejoice, theres a new vegan meat on the menu! Josep Sanitjas is a connoisseur and a carnivore. Giuseppe Scionti is an acclaimed bioengineer on a mission to save the planet. Together theyve created a 3D steak that not only aces th

  • 02:03 The World's Loudest Sound

    The World's Loudest Sound

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    Do you know what created the loudest sound on Earth? People 3,000 miles away described it as cannon fire from a nearby ship, but it wasnt cannon fire.Ranchers on a sheep farm in Alice Springs, Australia, almost 2,500 miles away said they heard two shots f

  • 11:49 The Power of Women: a Tribute to the Trailblazers

    The Power of Women: a Tribute to the Trailblazers

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    On International Womens Day, were paying tribute to the trailblazing women who defy expectations and proudly occupy unconventional spheres. Meet Indian martial artist Meena Raghavan, and Baltimore bodybuilder Ernestine Shepherd who prove that age is just

  • 03:39 How 'Star Wars' Creatures Come to Life

    How 'Star Wars' Creatures Come to Life

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    Want to know more about the creatures and monsters that inhabit your favorite fantasy franchises? Meet Gustav Hoegen, a Dutch animatronics artist who has been fascinated by the inner workings of Hollywoods practical effects since he was six years old. A t

  • 00:59 Creating artwork with vintage typewriters. Just, WOW! #shorts

    Creating artwork with vintage typewriters. Just, WOW! #shorts

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  • 04:04 Why This Japanese Farmer Plays Music for His Konnyaku Potatoes

    Why This Japanese Farmer Plays Music for His Konnyaku Potatoes

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    Kunihiko Ishii grows konnyaku potatoes on his farm in Showa-Mura, Japan. Konnyaku potatoes are not really potatoes. They are roots. Still, everyone calls them potatoes because they look like potatoes. They are the key ingredient in konnyaku, a firm, taste

  • 04:39 Why One Man Is Walking Around the World With His Dog

    Why One Man Is Walking Around the World With His Dog

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    Who better to see the world with than your best friend? Especially when your best friend is a dog. Tom Turcich of New Jersey and his adorable pooch Savannah have walked over 18,000 miles through the United States, Mexico, Costa Rica, Chile, Italy, Turkey

  • 09:41 Running Backwards, Doing Laundry and Other Unusual Hobbies

    Running Backwards, Doing Laundry and Other Unusual Hobbies

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    Gardening, cooking, knitting, reading. We all have hobbies. But some people pursue more unique pastimes. Like what? Well, some win more claw machine prizes than they know what to do with, set world records for running backwards and travel great distances

  • 02:00 Changing the Game for Women in Esports

    Changing the Game for Women in Esports

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    In the male-dominated world of esports, fewer opportunities exist for women to compete on the international stage. Enter Asterisk*. The Singapore-based organization has been a pioneer in giving women a chance to participate and prove themselves against th

  • 04:12 What Its Like to Walk in Space and Dive 7 Miles Below Sea Level

    What Its Like to Walk in Space and Dive 7 Miles Below Sea Level

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    Dr. Kathy Sullivan has experienced incredible highs and exhilarating lows as an explorer. As a NASA astronaut, Sullivan was the first American woman to complete a spacewalk in 1984. As a geologist and oceanographer, she became the first woman to dive to t

  • 10:34 Unearthing Shipwrecks and Finding Friends Under the Sea

    Unearthing Shipwrecks and Finding Friends Under the Sea

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    Some people arent satisfied with whats on the surface. So they dive, exploring rivers, lakes and oceans. Join us as we take the plunge with divers motivated by the thrill of discovering shipwrecks and finding pearls; breath-holding free divers who push th

  • 02:53 The NASA Engineer Making STEM Sing

    The NASA Engineer Making STEM Sing

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    Growing up, Dajae never saw anyone like her represented in the world of STEM. But after attending Missouri University of Science and Technology as a college athlete, she pursued her love for engineering. Today, shes an engineer at the NASA facility in Pas

  • 04:02 Meet the Voice Behind Cyborg, Aqualad and Lion Kings Rafiki

    Meet the Voice Behind Cyborg, Aqualad and Lion Kings Rafiki

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    Youve heard Khary Payton say Booyah! at least a million times if youre a fan of Teen Titans Go! Payton plays Cyborg on the animated series. He is also known for voicing both Aqualad and Black Manta in the DC Comics series Young Justice as well as Rafiki f

  • 05:58 How Germany Is Celebrating Beethovens 250th Birthday

    How Germany Is Celebrating Beethovens 250th Birthday

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    The celebration of Ludwig van Beethovens 250th birthday this year is reaching a crescendo in Germany. The composer and pianist was born in Bonn on December 16, 1770, and his musical legacy carries on. In this reel, we meet concert pianists putting a new s

  • 03:53 What You Need for a Classic '90s Bedroom

    What You Need for a Classic '90s Bedroom

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    If you were growing up in the 90s, stop for a moment to picture your bedroom. Do you see an inflatable chair? A Delias catalog on the end of the bed? Walls covered with posters of N Sync from J-14 magazine? We knew it. Were reminiscing about decor, fashio

  • 03:17 When You Live in the Swiss Alps, You Can Paraglide to Work

    When You Live in the Swiss Alps, You Can Paraglide to Work

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    Nestled in the Swiss Alps, the geography and climate make it possible to paraglide all year long in Vercorin. Which is why the tiny village in Switzerland is known as a paragliders paradise. Some people even commute to work attached to their gliders. We t

  • 14:37 Popular How People Make Ice Cream Around the World

    How People Make Ice Cream Around the World

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    Great Big Story senior producer Beryl Shereshewsky is hosting an ice cream social in the latest episode of Around the World. Grab a spoon, and join her as she speaks with seven people from seven countries to learn how they make ice cream. Among the treats

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  • 03:36 Why Sweden Loves Food in Tubes

    Why Sweden Loves Food in Tubes

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    Food in a tube is popular in Sweden. You can get caviar in a tube, spreadable bacon-flavored cheese in a tube, tomato puree in a tube and so much more. But why? Why are there so many food tubes in Sweden? We went to Karla Marie Paredes for the answer. Thi

  • 02:41 Meet the Voice Behind Your GPS

    Meet the Voice Behind Your GPS

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    Meet Karen Jacobsen, a voiceover artist from Queensland Australia, who has one of the most recognisable voices in the world. As the original voice of GPS, shes helped billions of us to reach our destination. Back in 2002, she recorded more than 50 hours o

  • 04:33 The Onion With Its Own Festival

    The Onion With Its Own Festival

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    The Grand Festival of the Calotada is celebrated on the last Sunday of January, and the city of Valls, Spain, throws the biggest party of all; here youll find parades, barbecues, cooking competitions and eating contests. And what's all this revelry in aid

  • 10:13 Mini Eiffel Towers, Giant Whales and Other Model Masterpieces

    Mini Eiffel Towers, Giant Whales and Other Model Masterpieces

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    Beyond model trains and planes, there is a whole world of creative model making out there. And the models come in all shapes and sizes as youll see in this reel. We begin in France, where we visit a theme park full of miniature versions of French landmark

  • 03:10 Making a Masterpiece... with a Vintage Typewriter

    Making a Masterpiece... with a Vintage Typewriter

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    The old adage that a picture is worth a thousand words is not actually as old as you might think. It was coined in 1921 by advertising executive Fred R. Barnard to promote his agency’s work. But more than 100 years on, artist James Cook has turned t

  • 03:21 The True Story Behind the Iconic Kit Kat Jingle

    The True Story Behind the Iconic Kit Kat Jingle

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    Michael Levine has composed music for TV shows and movies. But he will forever be known for one song, and thats Kit Kats Gimme a Break. Levine composed the tune in an elevator and didnt have enough of a budget to hire professional singers for the recordin

  • 03:30 The Typewriter Orchestra Performs from Home

    The Typewriter Orchestra Performs from Home

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    Great Big Story first met the members of the Boston Typewriter Orchestra in 2017. Formed in 2004, the ensemble is famous for making music with old-school mechanical typewriters. Unfortunately, the Boston Typewriter Orchestra cant perform together in perso

  • 04:30 This Entire Orchestra Played With Vegetables on Zoom

    This Entire Orchestra Played With Vegetables on Zoom

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    The members of Viennas Vegetable Orchestra have been playing with their food for more than 20 years. But when they do, it becomes a work of art. These musicians literally play freshly cut vegetables sourced from local markets. And who knew carrots, eggpla

  • 17:20 Trying 7 Soups From 7 Countries | Around the World

    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

  • 03:24 Riding a Kayak Over a 134-Foot Waterfall

    Riding a Kayak Over a 134-Foot Waterfall

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    Dane Jackson takes kayaking to extremes. The professional whitewater kayaker has won freestyle and racing events all over the world. But theres no thrill quite like dropping over the edge of a waterfall as massive as the Salto del Maule in Chile. Watching

  • 10:52 4 of the Most Daring Jobs

    4 of the Most Daring Jobs

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    Most of us have our limits. But there are people out there who never say never. Among them: an entomologist who actually allows himself to be stung by tarantula hawks, yellow jacket wasps and other insects; an extreme unicyclist who has never seen a mount

  • 02:25 How an Architect Is Turning Air Pollution Into Gorgeous Tile

    How an Architect Is Turning Air Pollution Into Gorgeous Tile

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    Tejas Sidnal is an architect who believes people in his profession have a responsibility to rid the world of air pollution. Which is why he founded Carbon Craft Design, a startup in Mumbai, India that upcycles carbon emissions into construction materials.

  • 03:48 Everything You Wanted to Know About Animal Farts

    Everything You Wanted to Know About Animal Farts

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    Dani Rabaiotti is the co-author of a book that passes the smell test. Its titled Does It Fart? The Definitive Guide to Animal Flatulence. A zoologist at Londons Zoological Society, Rabaiotti got interested in the stinky subject after her brother asked her

  • 14:17 5 Tails of Heroic Dogs Saving Lives and Sniffing Out Crime

    5 Tails of Heroic Dogs Saving Lives and Sniffing Out Crime

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    No offense to Superman and Wonder Woman, but some of our favorite superheroes are dogs. Real-life dogs who use their noses, their furry bodies and their waggy tails to make the world a better place. Were celebrating some of these heroic canines in this re

  • 03:21 How One Diver Became the Mother of Sharks

    How One Diver Became the Mother of Sharks

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    Cristina Zenato needs only two words to describe sharksnatures masterpiece. A professional diver in the Bahamas, she loves sharks. Especially the Caribbean reef sharks that flourish around Grand Bahama Island thanks in large part to her efforts to protect

  • 03:05 Eavesdropping on Orangutans

    Eavesdropping on Orangutans

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    The Kalimantan Rainforest in Borneo, Indonesia is one of the most biodiverse spots on Earth. Bustling with life, the dense greenery is home to orangutans, all kinds of birds, frogs, you name it. But the rainforest wont stay that way if mining and logging

  • 03:19 How a Psychiatrist Uses Knitting to Heal

    How a Psychiatrist Uses Knitting to Heal

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    Knitting isnt merely a pastime for Swiss psychiatrist Dominique Kaehler Schweizer. Its a means of creative expression. Dr. Kaehler knits everything from animals to meat to baked goods to body partseven anatomically correct hearts. And her clever, intricat

  • 03:24 Making Dirty Noodles the Traditional Way

    Making Dirty Noodles the Traditional Way

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    Yasir Ferry Ismatradas grandfather invented dirty noodles and opened a factory in Yogyakarta, Indonesia to make them. But maximizing profits was never his goal. He was all about providing jobs for local people while making good food. Ismatrada, who now ru

  • 15:32 How Noodles Are Made Around the World

    How Noodles Are Made Around the World

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    Noodle knowledge is power. So says Great Big Story senior producer Beryl Shereshewsky. Well take her word for itin the latest episode of Around the World, the noodle aficionado introduces us to seven people making homemade noodles in seven countries. From

  • 03:14 How a 500-Year-Old Chinese Bagel Helped Win a War

    How a 500-Year-Old Chinese Bagel Helped Win a War

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    This round bread might look like a bagel. Its even got the trademark hole in the middle. But this is not a bagel. Its guang-bing, and its got a heroic past. This is the story of how a humble little doughy treat helped China win a war 500 years ago. And th

  • 03:00 Meet the Voice Behind Mortal Kombat II

    Meet the Voice Behind Mortal Kombat II

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    Steve Ritchie is something of a legend in the video game world. For most, he’s the prolific pinball designer responsible for creating more machines than anyone else in pinball history. But, for those in the know, he’s also the godlike voice be

  • 01:32 This German Castle Has Been One Familys Home for 850 Years

    This German Castle Has Been One Familys Home for 850 Years

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    Talk about choice real estate—the Eltz Castle in Wierschem, Germany, is a spectacular medieval structure that sits within a valley, surrounded by serene forestland. The Eltz family has owned this piece of enchanting beauty since 1157, and has kept r

  • 03:02 Eating Spaghetti Ice Cream in Germany

    Eating Spaghetti Ice Cream in Germany

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    You dont need a fork to eat this plate of spaghetti. Just a spoon will do. And thats because its not actually spaghetti. Its Spaghettieisvanilla ice cream noodles topped with strawberry sauce and white chocolate shavings. Dario Fontanella, the inventor of

  • 14:46 Trying 7 Breakfasts From Around the World

    Trying 7 Breakfasts From Around the World

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    Breakfast is her favorite meal, so she couldnt just make one video about it. Last month, Great Big Story senior producer Beryl Shereshewsky asked seven people from seven different countries what they eat to start their day. Now, shes trying to whip up her

  • 15:27 Popular 7 Egg Dishes, From Octopus Eggs to Ostrich Eggs | Around the World

    7 Egg Dishes, From Octopus Eggs to Ostrich Eggs | Around the World

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    Not one chicken egg was cracked open in the making of the latest episode of Around the World. Instead, Great Big Story senior producer/egg connoisseur Beryl Shereshewsky talked to seven people in seven countries to find out what other kinds of eggs they l

  • 15:42 What Wedding Dresses Around the World Look Like

    What Wedding Dresses Around the World Look Like

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    You are cordially invited to the wedding dress episode of Around the World. Great Big Story senior producer Beryl Shereshewsky talks to seven dressmakers in seven countries to learn about the special dresses they make for brides in their communities. The

  • 02:58 Popular Meet the Voice Behind Teen Titans Beast Boy

    Meet the Voice Behind Teen Titans Beast Boy

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    Its rare for an actor to nail their first-ever audition. But voice actor Greg Cipes scored the role of Beast Boy in Teen Titans Go! his first time out. That was 20 years ago. In the years since, the prolific performer has played characters like Vero in Du

  • 12:31 Three Teenagers Changing the World for the Better

    Three Teenagers Changing the World for the Better

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    This world is full of teenagers doing incredible things, and they give us hope for the future. While Mexicos Dafne Almazn is the worlds youngest psychologist and a teacher making sure other gifted kids get the education they deserve, Swedens Greta Thunber

  • 16:30 What Pizza Is Like Around the World

    What Pizza Is Like Around the World

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    Were all grown-ups here. Or very mature children. Which means we can debate exactly what should go on a pizza without descending into chaos, right? Well, well see. In the latest episode of Around the World, we take a look at how pizza is prepared by seven

  • 03:13 After Learning to Code at 81, She Made a Game for Fellow Seniors

    After Learning to Code at 81, She Made a Game for Fellow Seniors

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    Youre never too old to learn how to code. Three years ago, Masako Wakamiya noticed the lack of fun game apps for senior citizens and created her own at the age of 81. Its called Hinadan, and its inspired by a traditional Japanese doll festival. We met Wak

  • 12:01 The True Stories Behind Comic Sans and Ctrl-Alt-Del

    The True Stories Behind Comic Sans and Ctrl-Alt-Del

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    Thanks to the brilliance of these four computer programmers we can play Solitaire on our computers, discover Easter eggs in video games, write emails and resumes using the not-so-serious the comic sans font (even though everyone says we really shouldnt) a

  • 03:35 In Malaysia, Darth Vader Is Leading a Shadow Puppetry Revival

    In Malaysia, Darth Vader Is Leading a Shadow Puppetry Revival

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    The Force is strong in Tintoy Chou. The shadow puppet designer is using Star Wars characters like Darth Vader, Princess Leia and Luke Skywalker to get audiences interested in the ancient art of wayang kulit. We visit Chou in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to see

  • 14:00 7 Ways to Eat Pizza | Around the World

    7 Ways to Eat Pizza | Around the World

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    No matter how you slice it, one pizza-themed episode of Around the World simply wasnt enough for Great Big Story senior producer Beryl Shereshewsky. The pizza enthusiast asked for your recommendations on how you top your pizza. And, wow, a lot of you put

  • 03:44 The Pastry Chef Adding to Japans 400+ Flavors of Kit Kat

    The Pastry Chef Adding to Japans 400+ Flavors of Kit Kat

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    Kit Kat is big in Japan. From cheesecake to wasabi to purple sweet potato, the crispy wafer bar is available in more than 400 varieties, according to Yuji Takeuchi, marketing manager for Nestl Japan. And its up to Yasumasa Takagi to keep the fresh flavors

  • 09:23 How 4 Adrenaline Seekers Find Fun

    How 4 Adrenaline Seekers Find Fun

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    Experience an adrenaline rushand some pretty wild hallucinationswithout leaving the comfort of your home. Were tagging along with some of the worlds most adventurous risk takers as they bomb down the French Alps and explore untouched paths in the North Po

  • 02:52 Searching for Chinas Ancient Tea Leaves

    Searching for Chinas Ancient Tea Leaves

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    Tea is the most popular beverage in the world, first cultivated over 6,000 years ago in ancient China. Shunan Teng is on a mission to experience it in its most authentic, historic form. Her love for tea knows no bounds, as she travels halfway around the w

  • 10:27 How Artists Are Using Technology

    How Artists Are Using Technology

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    These four artists are merging art with technology in the most creative ways. While Geoffrey Drake-Drockman builds interactive cybernetic sculptures, the artists at Factum Arte painstakingly produce replicas of Egyptian art. Janet Echelman weaves massive

  • 12:01 4 Bakers Keeping Sweet Traditions Alive

    4 Bakers Keeping Sweet Traditions Alive

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    Compiling this reel was a piece of cake. Thats because its all about classic desserts. From Polands deep-fried dough delight known as pczki to creamy egg custard tarts considered a national treasure in Portugal, these treats are lovingly made from recipes

  • 15:46 Chicken Pudding and Other Desserts Around the World

    Chicken Pudding and Other Desserts Around the World

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    Were sampling seven desserts in seven countries in the latest episode of Around the World. Great Big Story senior producer/dessert fiend Beryl Shereshewsky likes to surprise us. So she went on a global dessert hunt and found some of the sweetest treats th

  • 04:35 The Same Scientist Invented Cool Whip, Pop Rocks, Tang and Jell-O

    The Same Scientist Invented Cool Whip, Pop Rocks, Tang and Jell-O

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    William A. Mitchell was the greatest junk food chemist to ever live. Yes, thats quite a declaration. But this is the man who invented Cool Whip, Pop Rocks, Tang and Jell-O during his more than three-decade career at General Foods. Mitchell passed away in

  • 10:05 Origin Stories Behind Pokmon, Super Soaker and Other Childhood Obsessions

    Origin Stories Behind Pokmon, Super Soaker and Other Childhood Obsessions

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    If youre like us, you think back to your childhood, and you have questions about the Kool-Aid man and Pokmon and so many other things. Like, why do we dunk cookies in milk? Its great, of course. But where did that come from? And who was the genius who inv

  • 03:37 How Robots Are Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 in India

    How Robots Are Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 in India

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    The robo-doctor will see you now. Her name is ELF. A humanoid robot, she simulates face-to-face interactions between doctors and patients at a major hospital in India. She helps reduce human interaction to keep people safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, ac

  • 05:12 This Man Is a Professional Useless Machine Builder

    This Man Is a Professional Useless Machine Builder

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    If there is an easy way to get from point a to point b, Joseph Herscher isnt going to take that route when he is building a Rube Goldberg machine. The contraptions are purposely designed to complete a simple task in the most roundabout way possible. Remem

  • 10:01 The Unexpected Origins of Swedish Meatballs, Brunch and Tempura

    The Unexpected Origins of Swedish Meatballs, Brunch and Tempura

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    Were here to stir the pot with this reel about the origins of some of your favorite foods. And we start with a controversial question: Are Swedish meatballs really Swedish? Oh yeah, we go there. Next, we dive into the shady backstory behind fondue and the

  • 14:43 The Good People Protecting Animals

    The Good People Protecting Animals

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    Need to be reminded of all of the good in this world? From a man who took over an abandoned zoo and saved thousands of deer, ostriches and other animals in Ukraine to an engineer who builds wheelchairs for dogs in Taiwan, this reel is full of selfless peo

  • 05:15 How One Man Flies Hundreds of Miles Using Balloons

    How One Man Flies Hundreds of Miles Using Balloons

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    Remember when Carl tied all those balloons to his house in the Pixar movie Up and flew? Jonathan Trappe does that in real life. He attaches helium balloons to office chairs, gondolas, boats, even little houses, and he goes flying. Trappe has crossed the E

  • 17:34 What Breakfast Is Like Around the World

    What Breakfast Is Like Around the World

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    Typically eat eggs, or a bowl of cereal for breakfast? There are so many other tasty options. In this episode of Around the World, Great Big Story senior producer Beryl Shereshewsky makes wake-up calls to seven people in seven countries to find out what t

  • 11:55 These 5 Gifted People Have Extraordinary Abilities

    These 5 Gifted People Have Extraordinary Abilities

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    Are these people for real? Yes. We know them, and we can confirm their existence and their extraordinary abilities. From a translator who speaks not three or four but *32* languages to an artist who draws elaborate cityscapes from memory to an NFL player

  • 03:49 How Tokyos Massive Lost & Found Works

    How Tokyos Massive Lost & Found Works

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    The bad newsyou lost your wallet in Tokyo. The good newschances are good you will get it back, along with all the cash tucked inside. In Japan, residents are diligent about making sure whats lost is found and returned to its rightful owner. This is how th

  • 21:37 7 Rice Dishes From Around the World

    7 Rice Dishes From Around the World

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    If you see rice as a mere side dish, you are missing out on some delicious meals. In the latest episode of Around the World, Great Big Story senior producer/resident foodie/excellent home cook Beryl Shereshewsky invites seven people in seven countriesfrom

  • 04:00 Meet the Voice of Batman

    Meet the Voice of Batman

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    For nearly three decades, voiceover actor Kevin Conroy has been the voice of (animated) Batman. He has voiced almost every iteration of Batman in cartoons, animated movies or video games. Conroy began his career as a theater actor, attending Julliard, a p

  • 04:34 Japans King of Carp Breeds Million Dollar Koi Fish

    Japans King of Carp Breeds Million Dollar Koi Fish

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    Kentaro Sakai is a champion breeder of nishikigoi carp aka koi fish. Just last year, one sold at an auction for an astounding amount of money nearly $2 million USD. Sakais carp are prized by wealthy collectors for their vivid colors, distinct patterns and

  • 11:19 From Surfers to Scientists, the Deep Blue Defenders Saving Our Oceans

    From Surfers to Scientists, the Deep Blue Defenders Saving Our Oceans

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    This reel is swimming with inspiring people saving our oceans and the creatures who live in them. So lets plunge right in and meet the conservationists creating safe places for green and leatherback sea turtles to nest; the divers removing abandoned fishi

  • 10:15 4 Stories About the Wide World of Magic

    4 Stories About the Wide World of Magic

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    Do you believe in magic? We have a few tricks up our sleeves in this reel. We meet twin brothers who never put their cards on the tabletheyd rather juggle them. The man behind Zoltar shows us how the famous fortune-telling machine actually works. Were pul

  • 03:12 Bugs, Weeds, Snails: Your Sushi Is Served

    Bugs, Weeds, Snails: Your Sushi Is Served

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    Weeds, European Snails, Asian Shore Crabs. Chef Bun Lai forages for invasive species to create some of the most deliciousand sustainablesushi around. You've never had a grasshopper roll like this.This Great Big Story was made possible by UBS: https://bit.

  • 12:37 8 Ways to Eat Instant Noodles | Around the World

    8 Ways to Eat Instant Noodles | Around the World

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    Do you boil your favorite instant noodles and simply dump them into a bowl? If so, its time to elevate your approach. In the latest episode of Around the World, Great Big Story senior producer Beryl Shereshewsky sources eight instant noodle recipes from e

  • 03:28 Popular The Ancient Art of Painting on Water

    The Ancient Art of Painting on Water

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    Garip Ays paintings come to life in the most extraordinary way. The Turkish artist uses an ancient technique called ebru, or marbling. He drops and flicks dyes onto water treated with a wetting agent that keeps the pigment from sinking. Then he swirls and

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  • 16:28 How a First Nations Musician Is Creating Pow Wow Techno

    How a First Nations Musician Is Creating Pow Wow Techno

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    Joshua DePerry aka Classic Roots is a force of nature in the electronic music world. The Toronto-based DJ and producer weaves First Nations sounds with techno and house music to create pow wow techno. He is a dancer, too, performing in full traditional re

  • 04:56 Popular How the Blind Woodsman Crafts Wooden Works of Art

    How the Blind Woodsman Crafts Wooden Works of Art

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    John Furniss is a master craftsman who turns gorgeous wooden bowls on his lathe. The only thing that separates him from other fine woodworkers? He's blind. After surviving a suicide attempt as a teenager, Furniss lost his sight. Then he discovered woodwor

  • 13:07 Secret Restaurants Hiding in Plain Sight

    Secret Restaurants Hiding in Plain Sight

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    One thing we miss is sitting down in a restaurant, ordering all the food we cant figure out how to make at home, and enjoying a meal in a room full of strangers doing the same. We cant wait for the day we can crack open a menu again. Until then, lets sati

  • 03:06 Why the Vada Pav Is Mumbais Best Sandwich

    Why the Vada Pav Is Mumbais Best Sandwich

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    Mumbai is famous for a tasty sandwich that literally no can resist. Its called vada pav, and its full of potato goodness. Imagine a ball of mashed potato deep-fried to golden perfection and served on a pillowy soft bun with a dollop of chutney. Its the ki

  • 03:19 The Genius of Rapper and Coder Brandon Tory

    The Genius of Rapper and Coder Brandon Tory

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    Brandon Tory keeps busy. By day, hes a senior AI engineer at Google; by night, hes rapping and collaborating with the likes of Timbaland. For Tory, coding and music arent so different. Ultimately, they are both forms of creation, and Tory considers himsel

  • 11:52 Nothing Can Stop These Athletes

    Nothing Can Stop These Athletes

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    Having a tough time getting motivated to exercise? We get you. So were here to inspire you to get up and moving with stories of some incredible, unstoppable athletes. From a baseball player who turned his growth disorder into his secret weapon, to a runne

  • 17:49 7 Ways to Drink Tea | Around the World

    7 Ways to Drink Tea | Around the World

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    Fire up your kettleswere going around the world in seven cups of tea. Great Big Story senior producer Beryl Shereshewsky checks in with seven people in seven different countries who show us how they prepare their perfect cuppa. We sample all of itfrom Jap

  • 02:17 How Australians Are Trading Solar Energy With Their Neighbors

    How Australians Are Trading Solar Energy With Their Neighbors

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    Rooftops on homes across Australia are covered with solar panels. More and more households have been installing them the past 15 years, generating their own low-cost, clean electricity. Dr. Jemma Green is further empowering people as the co-founder and ch

  • 11:00 Maggot Cheese, Glowing Worms and Edible Bugs

    Maggot Cheese, Glowing Worms and Edible Bugs

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    This compilation is wriggling with stories about edible worms, glowing worms and scary worms that go on the attack. Oh, and as a bonus, weve thrown in a story about maggots. Youve been warned.SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb#worms #maggots #invertebratesT

  • 04:19 This Caviar Comes From Ant Eggs

    This Caviar Comes From Ant Eggs

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    Escamoles are the caviar of the Mexican desert. Unlike traditional caviar, which come from fish eggs, escamoles are ant eggs. Farmer Jos Islas Barrera invites us along as he digs up escamoles in Tlaxcala, Mexico. Its tough work. Ants build their nests und

  • 09:40 From to Mariachi to Ska Punk, This Is Latin Music Today

    From to Mariachi to Ska Punk, This Is Latin Music Today

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    Our celebration of Latin sounds begins with a record collector who has amassed one of the largest libraries of Latin music in the world in her house in Spain. In East Brooklyn, New York, we meet a bodega owner-turned-DJ who runs a Latin radio station in h

  • 04:22 How to Make a Puppet Using Post-it Notes

    How to Make a Puppet Using Post-it Notes

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    Got time on your hands? Puppet master Barnaby Dixon and his cheeky friend Dabchick are taking over your regularly scheduled programming to show you how to make your very own finger puppet. All you need are Post-it notes, tape, scissors, a pencil and a mar

  • 12:13 From Street Racing to Flying Pizza to Old-School Neon, This Is Cuba

    From Street Racing to Flying Pizza to Old-School Neon, This Is Cuba

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    Were celebrating Cuban culture, food and art in this reel that begins in Cuba and ends in New York City. In Cuba, we race cars from the 1930s with the countrys famously fast and furious family; order heavenly pizza that floats down from above in a basket;

  • 13:53 5 of Japans Best-Kept Secrets

    5 of Japans Best-Kept Secrets

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    Theres no shortage of fascinating people to meet, delicious food to eat and traditions to explore in Japan. This reel starts with a story about a composer famous for his melodic Tokyo train tracks. In Nara, we watch the countrys fastest mochi maker pound

  • 02:04 Nurturing the Next Generation of Scientists in Thailand

    Nurturing the Next Generation of Scientists in Thailand

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    If you want children to grow up to be scientists, immerse them in scientific thinking from a young age. In Thailand, that process starts in kindergarten through Little Scientists House. The innovative learning program taps into the natural curiosity all c

  • 04:04 Why These Grandmas Swim With Venomous Sea Snakes

    Why These Grandmas Swim With Venomous Sea Snakes

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    Some people take it easy when they retire. Others, like a group known as the Fantastic Grandmas, swim with venomous sea snakes off the coast of Lemon Bay, New Caledonia. The women collect data and take photos of the fascinating creatures for researchers a

  • 03:44 This Is Where Hollywood Gets Their Cars

    This Is Where Hollywood Gets Their Cars

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    Need a car for a movie? If youre a producer, you have Cinema Vehicles on speed dial. The company is the largest movie car provider in Hollywood, and its rides can be seen in blockbusters like Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, The Hangover, The Avengers and S

  • 14:27 Hear the Sounds of the Nightmare Machine

    Hear the Sounds of the Nightmare Machine

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    Kick back to the blood-curdling beats of horror movie composer Mark Korvens custom-made Apprehension Engine, a.k.a., the soundtrack to our nightmares. Learn more about the creation of this spooky instrument right here: https://www.greatbigstory.com/storie

  • 14:41 How Cheese Is Made Around the World

    How Cheese Is Made Around the World

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    If theres one food that everybody around the world loves, its cheese. Great Big Storys resident cheese connoisseur and senior producer Beryl Shereshewsky introduces us to seven cheesemakers in seven countries, who show us their take on cheese. We sample a

  • 18:51 Following Your Dreams at Any Age

    Following Your Dreams at Any Age

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    You are never too old to pursue your passion in life. These five people are proof of that. Ernestine Granny Six-Pack Shepherd is an 80-year-old bodybuilder. At 95, Mark Sertich plays hockey three times a week. Durge Kami, 69, is back in high school gettin

  • 02:47 The Surprising Origin of Nesquik and Toaster Strudel

    The Surprising Origin of Nesquik and Toaster Strudel

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    Anyone else feeling nostalgic? Were finding comfort in eating the breakfast food we loved as kids. And weve got yummy stories to share. First up, were serving the surprising origin story behind the powdered deliciousness that is Nesquik. Next, were chatti

  • 07:39 This Voice Actor Can Mimic Any Animal

    This Voice Actor Can Mimic Any Animal

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    We are about to take you on an audio odyssey unlike any other. Its kind of like ASMR for people who find the sounds of squealing pigs, angry squirrels and raging dinosaurs soothing. And its all from the mouth of Dee Bradley Baker, one of Hollywoods top vo

  • 11:25 Fake Blood, Fake Cash and Other Hollywood Secrets Revealed

    Fake Blood, Fake Cash and Other Hollywood Secrets Revealed

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    Psst, were about to spill secrets behind the making of your favorite movies, TV shows and commercials. First up, fake movie bloods poisonous past. Fake cash? Were dispensing the truth about that, too. Doug Jonesyou wouldnt know his face, but this actor ha

  • 10:36 Beaches Around the World, From Oahu to an Island Off Sardinia

    Beaches Around the World, From Oahu to an Island Off Sardinia

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    Were trekking through a lot of sand in this reel. But the rewards include the site of a breathtaking desert in Brazil where water pools during the rainy season and some insanely complex art carved by hand into the earth. Its probably best to be barefoot a

  • 05:32 This Musician Can Sing the Highest of High Notes

    This Musician Can Sing the Highest of High Notes

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    Growing up in Texas, John Holiday sang in the soprano section of the church choir. He was teased for singing like a girl. But his naturally high voice became his greatest asset. He always knew he was destined to be a singer; today, this countertenor sings

  • 26:49 I Tried to Pick Up 1,000 Pieces of Trash in a Week

    I Tried to Pick Up 1,000 Pieces of Trash in a Week

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    Like millions of us around the world right now, Great Big Story producer Jacob is staying at home to help stop the spread of coronavirus. But for Jacob, home is a houseboat, and the River Great Ouse is his backyard. Spending that much time at home, howeve

  • 3:22:44 Were Swimming With Turtles (Again!)

    Were Swimming With Turtles (Again!)

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    Strap on your flippersthe TurtleCam is back! Were taking another deep dive with green sea turtles off the coast of the Bahamian island of Eleuthera. The camera was placed on the turtles back by biologist Nathan Robinson and his team at the Cape Eleuthera

  • 02:44 The Beekeeper Making Electronic Music With Bees

    The Beekeeper Making Electronic Music With Bees

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    Everyones buzzing about Bioni. Hes a British beekeeper and producer making electronic music incorporating the sounds of bees. You cant really bring bees into a recording studio, of course. Theyd swarm the mic. So Bioni records the insects buzzing in their

  • 09:11 Banking With Cheese and Cutting Hair With Fire in Italy

    Banking With Cheese and Cutting Hair With Fire in Italy

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    Where can you find a bank that accepts parmigiano-reggiano cheese as collateral for a loan? Italy, of course. Were sharing some of our favorite stories from this creative country, starting with the cheese bank in Gavasseto. Then were headed to an ecologic

  • 03:17 This Singer Can Use Her Entire Vocal Range, From High to Low

    This Singer Can Use Her Entire Vocal Range, From High to Low

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    Nat Puff is a singer/songwriter with an incredible range. A trans woman, she sings in both her lower and higher registers. Puff, who also goes by the stage name Left at London, makes it sound so easy. But it took this Seattle pop artist two years of train

  • 11:48 5 Creative Ways People (and Birds) Fish Around the World

    5 Creative Ways People (and Birds) Fish Around the World

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    We cant deny it. We are trying to bait you with these stories about fishing. In Japan, we cast a line with twin brothers who fish for tiny fish using tiny fishing rods. No fishing pole necessary in China, where we fish with a man who relies on birds to do

  • 03:55 Teaching Adoptive Parents to Care for Natural Hair

    Teaching Adoptive Parents to Care for Natural Hair

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    Every child deserves to be properly groomed and to feel confident in their sense of self and in their cultural identity. But for many transracial families, especially those where Black children are adopted by non-Black parents, hair care becomes a point o

  • 08:41 Exploring China: Real-Life Rapunzels and a Bookworms Paradise

    Exploring China: Real-Life Rapunzels and a Bookworms Paradise

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    China is home to some of the most incredible people and some of the most fascinating places on the planet. We start with the ones in this reel. First up, meet the members of a performing arts troupe famous for their intricate thousand-hand dance. Next, we

  • 03:14 The Origin of Bagel Bites and Hot Pockets

    The Origin of Bagel Bites and Hot Pockets

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    Did your dream childhood snacks revolve around the freezer? Hot Pockets and Bagel Biteswho could resist the idea of pizza anytime? These frozen foods sustained us through childhood, through college and, to be honest, were still noshing on them now as adul

  • 02:57 The Legend of the San Nicolas Cookie

    The Legend of the San Nicolas Cookie

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    San Nicolas cookies are soft and delicious. But theyre much more than a yummy treat to the people of the Philippines. These cookiesnamed after an Italian saintare said to possess healing powers. Chef and food historian Atching Lillian Borromeo makes them

  • 19:10 The Best Little Person Basketball Team in the US

    The Best Little Person Basketball Team in the US

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    Whats life like for a little person, living in a world built for taller people? The short documentary The Towers, directed by Oliver Arnoldi and Maria Chiu, was born out of that question. I was very interested in how they interact with a city like New Yor

  • 13:39 A Deep Dive Into the Lives of Sharks and Whales

    A Deep Dive Into the Lives of Sharks and Whales

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    Join us for a deep dive into the world of sharks and orcas. In this reel, we meet people who study, swim with and photograph these fascinating mammals, from the warm waters of Bimini to the frigid Arctic Ocean.SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb#sharks #orca

  • 07:11 Popular How to Make a Record-Setting Paper Plane

    How to Make a Record-Setting Paper Plane

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    If you want to make the best paper planes, you need to learn from a master. So we asked John Collins, who set the Guinness World Record for farthest flight by a paper aircraft in 2012, to teach us a thing or two about the squash fold and perfect winglets.

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  • 02:24 How Ancient Palestinian Soap Is Made

    How Ancient Palestinian Soap Is Made

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    Ahmed Darwish el Fakhouri spends his days surrounded by olive oil soap stacked up higheach precious bar waiting to be wrapped and sold after a drying out period of two to three months. He is the third generation of his family to run one of the oldest soap

  • 10:03 The Origins of Fake Blood and the Hottest Pepper In the World

    The Origins of Fake Blood and the Hottest Pepper In the World

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    Seeing red doesn't need to be a bad thing. This hue-specific compilation features fake blood, the worlds hottest pepper and millions-upon-millions of migrating crabs.SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb#red #colors #hueThis story is a part of our Planet Earth

  • 05:17 He Could be the First American Amputee in the Olympics

    He Could be the First American Amputee in the Olympics

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    Being born without lower legs didnt keep Blake Leeper from playing baseball and basketball when he was a kid. After being fitted with prosthetic limbs, Leeper took a lot of falls, but he always got right back up. In college, he discovered running, the spo

  • 03:22 Making Summer Camp Affordable for Everyone

    Making Summer Camp Affordable for Everyone

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    Erica Blues family couldnt afford to send her to overnight summer camp. Then a friend paid for her to go the summer between sixth and seventh grades. The experience was transformational. It changed my perspective on life, she says. So much so that today,

  • 11:37 Go Green With Mochi, Green Tea, and Cold, Hard Cash

    Go Green With Mochi, Green Tea, and Cold, Hard Cash

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    rom an artist in Brooklyn who is obsessed with one hue to the fastest mochi maker in Japan, every story in this reel is connected by one wonderful thingthe color green.SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb#green #colors #verdeThis story is a part of our Human

  • 03:11 This Mirror Reflects Your Truest Self

    This Mirror Reflects Your Truest Self

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    You havent really seen yourself until youve gazed into an Aranmula kannadi. These mysterious mirrors have been made in India, for centuries, and are said to reflect your truest self. Unlike plane mirrors, Aranmula kannadi are front-reflecting, meaning the

  • 12:05 Soy Sauce, Pickle Pie and Other Salty Stories

    Soy Sauce, Pickle Pie and Other Salty Stories

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    Everythingeven YouTubetastes better with a little salt. In this reel, were hitting you with a dash of bamboo salt, a splash of soy sauce and a serving of pickle pie.SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb#salty #SoySauce #picklesThis story is a part of our Flavo

  • 12:45 5 of the Worlds Best Outdoor Markets

    5 of the Worlds Best Outdoor Markets

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  • 04:00 Meet the 13-Year-Old Bull Riding Champion

    Meet the 13-Year-Old Bull Riding Champion

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    At 13 years old, Najiah Knight is a bull rider. She is the only girl competing on the Professional Bull Riders mini circuit for kids. Dont let the term mini fool you into thinking it isnt a dangerous sport. Knight is riding bulls that can weigh up to 1,00

  • 11:47 Welcome to The Last Bookstore

    Welcome to The Last Bookstore

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    Bookstores all over the United States are closing because of competition from online retailers like Amazon and the increasing popularity of eReaders. So when a bookstore with a cheeky nameThe Last Bookstoreopened in Los Angeles, Chad Howitt was curious. H

  • 03:19 How a Suzanne Vega Song Helped Create the MP3

    How a Suzanne Vega Song Helped Create the MP3

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    Karlheinz Brandenburg has listened to Suzanne Vegas Toms Diner thousands of times and never tires of it. In fact, the song holds a special place in his heart because it was instrumental in the creation of the MP3. The German engineer and mathematician is

  • 03:54 Frances Family of Bell Makers

    Frances Family of Bell Makers

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    From the 19-ton Savoyarde at the Sacr-Coeur in Paris to replicas of the Liberty Bell that can be found all over the United States, the Paccard family has been making bells since 1796. There are currently three generations of Paccards working side-by-side

  • 12:53 These 4 Doctors Are Changing the Medical World

    These 4 Doctors Are Changing the Medical World

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    All across the world, doctors are working tirelessly to help us live our best lives. In this reel, we share four inspiring stories, including one about a doctor who brings sight to blind people in rural Nepal, and another about a former NFL player who is

  • 03:18 This Rare Caviar Comes From Lemons

    This Rare Caviar Comes From Lemons

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    On a farm in Eus, France, where the sun shines 320 days out of the year, Etienne and Perrine Schaller grow lemon caviar. This special fruit, native to Australia, is known in the English-speaking world as finger lime. Lemon caviar is full of beads of delic

  • 12:58 5 Stories About the Power of Hair

    5 Stories About the Power of Hair

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    From a colorist who works with stars like Kanye West and Katy Perry to a caterpillar with a uniquely presidential do, we trimmed this reel about hair to the most flattering length. Not too long. Not too short.SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb#hairstyle #co

  • 02:43 This Turkish Ice Cream Doesn't Melt

    This Turkish Ice Cream Doesn't Melt

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    Ankara might be the capital city, but Kahramanmara is Turkeys undisputed ice cream capital. Atilla Kanbur is the fourth generation in his family to make delicious Turkish ice cream, churning out 5 tons of the sweet stuff a day. Whats so special about Turk

  • 11:54 Stories of People With Unbelievable Memory

    Stories of People With Unbelievable Memory

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    From the woman who never forgets a face to the London taxi drivers who have to know all of the citys streets, weve included five of our most memorable stories in this reel.SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb#memory #brain #rememberThis story is a part of our

  • 02:28 The Chinese Village Where Everyone Skis

    The Chinese Village Where Everyone Skis

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    Some residents of Hemu Village practically live on skis. Winter lasts seven months in this remote part of China, and its really the best way to travel up and down the mountains and through the forest. Ma Liqin, a herder, zips around on a pair made out of

  • 01:28 One of the Worlds Largest Film Studios Is in This Moroccan Desert

    One of the Worlds Largest Film Studios Is in This Moroccan Desert

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    Its not a miragethere is indeed a medieval castle and a Buddhist temple in the middle of the desert in Ouarzazate, Morocco. These structures are among the massive sets at Atlas Studios. TV shows like Game of Thrones and Prison Break and films such as Glad

  • 13:51 These Farmers Grow Everything From White Strawberries to Furniture

    These Farmers Grow Everything From White Strawberries to Furniture

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    We planted seeds, and these stories about farming and gardening sprouted right before our very eyes. Were cultivating unusual strawberries in Japan, rescuing plants in South Carolina and so much more. Come grow with us.SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb#far

  • 10:01 This Couple Rode Over 2,000 Roller Coasters

    This Couple Rode Over 2,000 Roller Coasters

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    Cheryl and Martin Lewisons marriage has seen a lot of ups and downs. Which isnt surprising. The couple travels the world riding roller coasters together, after all. On a recent 3-day trip through the midwest, the Lewisons visited nine parks and rode 13 ro

  • 13:35 5 Stories Celebrating South Korea

    5 Stories Celebrating South Korea

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    Join us as we eat hangover soup, brew makgeolli, practice the ancient martial art of Taekkyeon, shop at Koreas oldest street food market and learn how to make letterpress prints.SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb#SouthKorea #StreetMarket #TaekkyeonThis stor

  • 12:24 Stay Sharp With $35,000 Scissors and Knife Massages

    Stay Sharp With $35,000 Scissors and Knife Massages

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    There isnt a dull moment in this reel. From a Parisian knife grinder to the maker of pricey bonsai scissors in Japan, only the sharpest stories about knives and scissors made the final cut.SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb#knife #scissors #bladeThis story

  • 03:11 This Family Has Driven 5,000 People to the Hospital for Free

    This Family Has Driven 5,000 People to the Hospital for Free

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    Karimul Haque has safely transported over 5,000 people to the hospital in the last 19 yearsall free of charge. After his mother passed away because she couldnt get to a hospital in time, Haque turned grief into action and started his free ambulance servic

  • 03:28 Crafting Traditional Japanese Brushes

    Crafting Traditional Japanese Brushes

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    Visit Tokuzen Sanemori, and chances are you will find him seated on the floor of his workshop making Kumano brushes entirely by hand. Sanemori is one of less than 20 people in the city of Kumano, Japan, practicing the nearly 200-year-old craft. He was tau

  • 11:16 Increase Your Pizza IQ

    Increase Your Pizza IQ

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    Do you know who designs the artwork on your pizza box? Have you ever witnessed the pizza acrobatics that go down at the World Pizza Games? This reel is full of sliceser, storiesfor everyone who loves pizza. And who doesnt love pizza?SUBSCRIBE: https://goo

  • 02:11 Eating an Omelet Full of Worms

    Eating an Omelet Full of Worms

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    Youve probably eaten omelets full of cheese, veggies and meat. But how about sandworms? Dont knock it till you try it. Le Le Hang makes and sells crispy sandworm omelets at her restaurant in Hanoi, Vietnam. Le Le, who learned how to make them from her gra

  • 02:41 This Turkish Language Isn't Spoken, Its Whistled

    This Turkish Language Isn't Spoken, Its Whistled

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    For three centuries, farmers living in the remote mountains of northern Turkey have communicated great distances by whistling. Its a language called ku dili that is still used to this day, though fewer people are learning it in the age of the cell phone.

  • 11:14 4 Curious People With Curiouser Jobs

    4 Curious People With Curiouser Jobs

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    Tired of working 9-to-5? Perhaps youll find inspiration for a new career in this reel full of stories about people with highly unusual occupations. While one of them earns a living by talking fast (you might recognize him from some of your favorite TV com

  • 02:00 Handcrafting Giant Lanterns in China

    Handcrafting Giant Lanterns in China

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    The courtyard behind Bai Junpings workshop is packed with lanterns, rows and rows of red and gold lanterns. Its a traditional occupation in the village of Tuntou, China, dating back to ancient times. Bai makes tens of thousands of lanterns every year. Som

  • 06:51 Why We're Hell-Bent on Saving These Giant Salamanders

    Why We're Hell-Bent on Saving These Giant Salamanders

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    In the fast-flowing streams of eastern Tennessee, Emilly Nolan is working hard to reestablish a population for a strange looking animal with an even stranger array of nicknames. The Eastern hellbenderaka snot otter, aka lasagna lizardis one of the largest

  • 08:14 Life Through the Eyes of a Sea Turtle

    Life Through the Eyes of a Sea Turtle

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    We all became acutely aware of the dangers of plastic pollution in 2015, when a video of marine biologist Nathan Robinson pulling an entire plastic straw out of a sea turtles nose began to circulate. Today, Robinson is studying green sea turtles off the c

  • 11:06 8 Real-Life Fairytale Castles

    8 Real-Life Fairytale Castles

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    Most of us will never live in a castle. But we can dream, right? In this reel, we visit seven extraordinary castles. On the tour: A castle in Segovia, Spain, that inspired the fairytale castles in the Walt Disney movies Cinderella and Snow White and the H

  • 12:52 Thank the Military for Tootsie Rolls and Chef Boyardee

    Thank the Military for Tootsie Rolls and Chef Boyardee

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    As well as you know history, you likely havent heard any of the war stories in this reel. They involve soup, a tiny dog, ravioli and Tootsie Rolls.SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb#war #candy #chefThis story is a part of our Human Condition series. Come al

  • 10:41 Strike Up the Band With These 4 Stories

    Strike Up the Band With These 4 Stories

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    From the brass bands of India to the one of the best college marching bands in the United States, this reel is a celebration of musical ensembles.SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb#MarchingBand #music #MusicEnsembleThis story is a part of our Human Conditio

  • 03:52 Why Parents Should Play Video Games With Their Kids

    Why Parents Should Play Video Games With Their Kids

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    Many parents think of video games as either a total waste of time, or an activity for their kids to pursue on their own. But Dr. Sinem Siyahhan encourages parents to play video games with their kids. An associate professor at California State University s


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