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"Can you solve the stolen rubies riddle - Dennis Shasha Practice more problem-solving at https://brilliant.org/TedEd/ Solution to Bonus Riddle: https://brilliant.org/TedEdRuby/ Townspeople are demanding that a corrupt merchants collection of [--] rubies be confiscated to reimburse the victims of his schemes. The king announces that the fine will be determined through a game of wits between the merchant and the kings most clever advisor you. Can you outfox the merchant and win back the greatest amount of rubies to help his victims Dennis Shasha shows how. Lesson by Dennis Shasha directed by"
YouTube Link 2018-10-25T15:02Z 22.4M followers, 4M engagements

"What makes a hero - Matthew Winkler View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-makes-a-hero-matthew-winkler What trials unite not only Harry Potter or Frodo Baggins but many of literature's most interesting heroes And what do ordinary people have in common with these literary heroes Matthew Winkler takes us step-by-step through the crucial events that make or break a hero. Lesson by Matthew Winkler animation by Kirill Yeretsky. TEDEducation TED-Ed TED Ed Matthew Winkler Kirill Yeretsky Joseph Campbell hero's journey Hero monomyth Harry Potter Frodo Baggins Katniss Everdeen TEDEducation"
YouTube Link 2012-12-04T16:02Z 22.4M followers, 9.8M engagements

"The life cycle of a cup of coffee - A.J. Jacobs Trace the globe-spanning journey of coffee as it goes from plant to brew and the complex infrastructure that makes it possible. -- How many people does it take to make a cup of coffee For many of us all it takes is a short walk and a quick pour. But this simple staple is the result of a globe-spanning process whose cost and complexity are far greater than you might imagine. AJ Jacobs traces the journey of this caffeinated elixir from seed to cup. Lesson by A.J. Jacobs directed by Biljana Labovic. Animation by Daniella Schnitzer Support Our"
YouTube Link 2021-01-04T16:28Z 22.4M followers, 1.6M engagements

"The myth of the moon goddess - Cynthia Fay Davis Dig into the Maya myth of the moon goddess Ix Chel and follow her story as she falls in and out of love with the sun god. -- The sun god was in love with the moon goddess Ix Chel. But the goddess grandfather was very possessive and would not let the sun god anywhere near his beloved granddaughter. Desperate to be together they escaped and were ready to light up the sky with their powerful rays. Unfortunately their love story doesnt end happily ever after. Cynthia Fay Davis details the Maya myth of Ix Chel. Lesson by Cynthia Fay Davis directed"
YouTube Link 2022-03-08T15:59Z 22.4M followers, 2.2M engagements

"How false news can spread - Noah Tavlin Dive into the phenomenon known as circular reporting and how it contributes to the spread of false news and misinformation. -- In previous decades most news with global reach came from several major newspapers and networks with the resources to gather information directly. The speed with which information spreads now however has created the ideal conditions for something called circular reporting. Noah Tavlin sheds light on this phenomenon. Lesson by Noah Tavlin animation by Patrick Smith. Sign up for our newsletter: http://bit.ly/TEDEdNewsletter"
YouTube Link 2015-08-27T15:12Z 22.4M followers, 2.6M engagements

"Overcoming obstacles - Steven Claunch View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/there-s-no-dishonor-in-having-a-disability-steven-claunch When faced with a bump in the road sometimes we forget we have a choice: overcome the obstacle or let it overcome you. Steven Claunch who was born without fingers on his right hand and with one leg shorter than the other and has excelled in basketball nonetheless explains why obstacles can provide an opportunity to both inspire others and develop character. Lesson by Steven Claunch animation by Avi Ofer. Steven Claunch Avi Ofer disability basketball"
YouTube Link 2013-08-21T15:08Z 22.4M followers, 1.2M engagements

"How much of what you see is a hallucination - Elizabeth Cox Download a free audiobook version of "Hallucinations" and support TED-Ed's nonprofit mission: https://adbl.co/2Kpt43k Check out our full book recommendation: https://shop.ed.ted.com/products/hallucinations View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-causes-hallucinations-elizabeth-cox A condition called Charles Bonnet Syndrome can cause blind patients to hallucinate scenes in vivid color. fMRI studies show that these hallucinations activate the same brain areas as sight areas that are not activated by imagination. Other"
YouTube Link 2018-06-26T15:02Z 22.4M followers, 4.9M engagements

"What happens when you remove the hippocampus - Sam Kean View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-happens-when-you-remove-the-hippocampus-sam-kean When Henry Molaison (now widely known as H.M.) cracked his skull in an accident he began blacking out and having seizures. In an attempt to cure him daredevil surgeon Dr. William Skoville removed H.M.'s hippocampus. Luckily the seizures did go away but so did his long-term memory Sam Kean walks us through this astonishing medical case detailing everything H.M. taught us about the brain and memory. Lesson by Sam Kean animation by Anton"
YouTube Link 2014-08-26T15:27Z 22.4M followers, 5.1M engagements

"How pandemics spread Dig into the history of pandemics to learn how viruses and disease spreads and what we can do to stop future outbreaks. -- In our increasingly globalized world a single infected person can board a plane and spread a virus across continents. Mark Honigsbaum describes the history of pandemics and how that knowledge can help halt future outbreaks. Lesson by Mark Honigsbaum directed by Patrick Blower. Animator's website: http://www.patrickblower.com Educator's website: http://www.markhonigsbaum.co.uk Sign up for our newsletter: http://bit.ly/TEDEdNewsletter Support us on"
YouTube Link 2012-03-12T04:15Z 22.4M followers, 3.5M engagements

"Why do we cry The three types of tears - Alex Gendler Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/why-do-we-cry-the-three-types-of-tears-alex-gendler Whether we cry during a sad movie while chopping onions or completely involuntarily our eyes are constantly producing tears. Alex Gendler tracks a particularly watery day in the life of Iris (the iris) as she cycles through basal reflex and emotional tears. Lesson by Alex Gendler animation by The Moving Company Animation Studio. Alex Gendler The Moving Company Animation Studio Iris eye"
YouTube Link 2014-02-26T17:23Z 22.4M followers, 7M engagements

"History vs. Vladimir Lenin - Alex Gendler View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/history-vs-vladimir-lenin-alex-gendler Vladimir Lenin overthrew Russian Czar Nicholas II and founded the Soviet Union forever changing the course of Russian politics. But was he a hero who toppled an oppressive tyranny or a villain who replaced it with another Alex Gendler puts this controversial figure on trial exploring both sides of a nearly century-long debate. Lesson by Alex Gendler animation by Brett Underhill. Brett Underhill Alex Gendler Vladimir Lenin Lenin Russia communism Soviet Union socialism"
YouTube Link 2014-04-07T15:07Z 22.4M followers, 6.4M engagements

"Can you survive nuclear fallout - Brooke Buddemeier and Jessica S. Wieder Explore the possibility of surviving a nuclear explosion and dig into a scientifically supported plan of action in case of a detonation. -- Nuclear weapons are some of the most powerful tools of destruction on Earth and the full scope of a nuclear detonation is almost unimaginable. However there is a scientifically supported plan of action that could save thousands of lives. What is this plan and what exactly would it protect us from Brooke Buddemeier and Jessica S. Wieder explore the possibility of surviving nuclear"
YouTube Link 2019-01-08T16:01Z 22.4M followers, 2.2M engagements

"Volcanic eruption explained - Steven Anderson Dig into the science of how new volcanoes form and what causes their unpredictable eruptions. -- In February of [----] Mexican farmer Dionisio Pulido thought he heard thunder coming from his cornfield. However the sound wasnt coming from the sky. The source was a large smoking crack emitting gas and ejecting rocks and would come to be known as the volcano Paricutin. Where do new volcanoes like this come from and what triggers their unpredictable eruption Steven Anderson investigates. Lesson by Steven Anderson directed by Cabong Studios. Animator's"
YouTube Link 2020-07-13T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 2.5M engagements

"The wicked wit of Jane Austen - Iseult Gillespie English novelist Jane Austens beloved works like Pride and Prejudice explored the dependence of women on marriage in British high society. -- Whether shes describing bickering families quiet declarations of love or juicy gossip Jane Austens writing often feels as though it was written just for you. Her dry wit and cheeky playfulness informs her heroines whose conversational tone welcomes readers with a conspiratorial wink. Iseult Gillespie explores the sly societal satire and unique tongue-in-cheek humor of Jane Austen. Lesson by Iseult"
YouTube Link 2019-03-21T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 2M engagements

"A brie(f) history of cheese - Paul Kindstedt Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/a-brie-f-history-of-cheese-paul-s-kindstedt Before empires and royalty before pottery and writing before metal tools and weapons there was cheese. As early as [----] BCE Neolithic farmers began a legacy of cheesemaking almost as old as civilization. Today the world produces roughly [--] billion kilograms of cheese a year shipped and consumed around the globe. Paul Kindstedt shares the history of one of our oldest and most beloved foods. Lesson by Paul"
YouTube Link 2018-12-13T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 20.2M engagements

"Plato's allegory of the ring - Alex Gendler Download a free audiobook version of The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring and support TED-Ed's nonprofit mission: https://www.audible.com/ted-ed -- More than [----] years ago the Greek philosopher Plato recounted the legend of the Ring of Gyges in Republic. The story of the ring surfaces as the philosopher Socrates and his student discuss why people act justly: is it because its whats right Or because its a convention thats enforced through punishment and reward Alex Gendler shares the allegory of the ill-gotten magical ring. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2022-09-06T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 3.3M engagements

"Whats the best position to sleep in - Rachel Marie E. Salas Is there a best sleep position Dig into how sleeping on your side back or stomach can impact your body and health. -- Sleep positions go by countless creative names the zombie mountain climber free faller soldier and more. Yet sleep experts typically simplify them into the basic types: side stomach or back. Individual sleep styles are highly personal but how we spend the night affects our bodies and health in several ways. So whats the best position to sleep in Rachel Marie E. Salas investigates. Lesson by Rachel Marie E. Salas"
YouTube Link 2025-12-11T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.5M engagements

"Is it possible to create a perfect vacuum - Rolf Landua and Anais Rassat Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/is-it-possible-to-create-a-perfect-vacuum-rolf-landua-and-anais-rassat The universe is bustling with matter and energy. Even in the vast apparent emptiness of intergalactic space theres one hydrogen atom per cubic meter. But is there such thing as a total absence of everything Is it possible to make a completely empty space Rolf Landua and Anais Rassat explain the science behind vacuums. Lesson by Rolf Landua and Anais"
YouTube Link 2017-09-12T15:02Z 22.4M followers, 1.1M engagements

"The paradox of value - Akshita Agarwal View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-paradox-of-value-akshita-agarwal Imagine youre on a game show and you can choose between two prizes: a diamond or a bottle of water. Its an easy choice the diamonds are more valuable. But if given the same choice when you were dehydrated in the desert after wandering for days would you choose differently Why Arent diamonds still more valuable Akshita Agarwal explains the paradox of value. Lesson by Akshita Agarwal animation by Qa'ed Mai. Akshita Agarwal Qa'ed Mai TED TED-Ed TED Ed TEDEducation value value"
YouTube Link 2016-08-29T14:54Z 22.4M followers, 2.5M engagements

"The Chinese myth of the immortal white snake - Shunan Teng Dive into the world of Chinese folktales with the myth of the white snake a story of the demon Bai Su Zhen and her love Xu Xian. (Part One of the myth of the white snake). -- The talented herbalist Xu Xian had just started his own medicine shop where he created remedies with the help of his wife Bai Su Zhen. One day a monk named Fa Hai approached him warning him that there was a demon in his house. The demon he said was Bai Su Zhen. Xu Xian laughed. How could his kind-hearted wife be a demon Shunan Teng traces the tale of the immortal"
YouTube Link 2019-05-07T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 6.3M engagements

"History vs. Egypts "most powerful" pharaoh - Jessica Tomkins Pharaoh Ramesses II presided over a golden age of Egyptian prosperity but was he a model leader or a master of propaganda -- Pharaoh Ramesses II reigned for almost [--] years in the 13th century BCE. He presided over a golden age of Egyptian prosperity power and wealth. But was he a model leader or a shameless egomaniac and master of propaganda Jessica Tomkins puts this controversial figure on trial in History vs. Ramesses the Great. Lesson by Jessica Tomkins directed by Brett Underhill PorkchopBob Studio. Support Our Non-Profit"
YouTube Link 2024-01-18T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 698K engagements

"Why is it so hard to cure cancer - Kyuson Yun Download a free audiobook of "The Emperor of All Maladies" and support TED-Ed's nonprofit mission: http://adbl.co/2gauxND -- Weve harnessed electricity sequenced the human genome and eradicated smallpox. But after billions of dollars in research we havent found a solution for a disease that affects more than [--] million people and their families at any given time. Why is it so difficult to cure cancer Kyuson Yun explains the challenges. Lesson by Kyuson Yun directed by Artrake Studio. Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View"
YouTube Link 2017-10-10T15:08Z 22.4M followers, 7.2M engagements

"The myth of Ireland's two greatest warriors - Iseult Gillespie Dive into the Irish myth of Tin B Cuailnge where Queen Meadhbh of Connaught seeks to capture the fabled brown bull of Ulster. -- C Chulainn hero of Ulster stood at the ford at Cooley ready to face an entire army single handedly all for the sake of a single bull. The army in question belonged to Queen Meadhbh of Connaught. Enraged at her husbands possession of a white bull of awesome strength she set out to capture the fabled brown bull of Ulster at any cost. Iseult Gillespie details the Irish myth Tin B Cuailnge. Lesson by Iseult"
YouTube Link 2020-08-06T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.4M engagements

"Just How Small is an Atom Just how small are atoms And what's inside them The answers turn out to be astounding even for those who think they know. This fast-paced animation uses spectacular metaphors (imagine a blueberry the size of a football stadium) to give a visceral sense of the building blocks that make our world. Lesson by Jonathan Bergmann animation by Cognitive Media. Atom Physical Science Chemistry Making the Invisible Visible Jonathan Bergmann Andrew Park Cognitive Media Nucleus Electron Proton Neutron TED TED-Ed TED Education Atom Physical Science Chemistry Making the Invisible"
YouTube Link 2012-04-16T15:13Z 22.4M followers, 8M engagements

"Kiranmala: The tale of the princess who conquered Magic Mountain - Malay Bera Dig into the Bengali tale of a trio of siblings who attempt to scale the fearsome Magic Mountain to gain treasures for their home. -- Inspired by a kings visit a trio of siblings began building a palace traveling far and wide to collect rare jewels seeds and marble. A holy man stopped by and told them of a Magic Mountain east of north and north of east where theyd find their most meaningful treasures. But he said only a true hero could complete the journey. Malay Bera shares the Bengali tale of Kiranmala's quest."
YouTube Link 2026-01-15T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 166.7K engagements

"How to enter flow state Explore the defining features of being in a flow state and get tips on how you can find flow in your daily life. -- Flow is more than just concentrating or paying attention; it's a unique mental state of effortless engagement. And those who more frequently experience flow report higher levels of positive emotions creativity and feelings of accomplishment. But what exactly is flow And how can we find it in our daily lives Explore steps you can take to increase your chances of finding flow. Directed by Leah Putnam. This video made possible in collaboration with Character"
YouTube Link 2023-07-27T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 2.6M engagements

"Can you solve "Einsteins Riddle" - Dan Van der Vieren View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/can-you-solve-einstein-s-riddle-dan-van-der-vieren View all the clues here: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/can-you-solve-einstein-s-riddle-dan-van-der-vieren#digdeeper Before he turned physics upside down a young Albert Einstein supposedly showed off his genius by devising a complex riddle involving a stolen exotic fish and a long list of suspects. Can you resist tackling a brain teaser written by one of the smartest people in history Dan Van der Vieren shows how. Lesson by Dan Van der Vieren"
YouTube Link 2015-11-30T16:03Z 22.4M followers, 13.4M engagements

"The beauty of data visualization - David McCandless View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/david-mccandless-the-beauty-of-data-visualization David McCandless turns complex data sets like worldwide military spending media buzz and Facebook status updates into beautiful simple diagrams that tease out unseen patterns and connections. Good design he suggests is the best way to navigate information glut -- and it may just change the way we see the world. Talk by David McCandless. TEDEducation TED-Ed TED Ed David McCandless design data data visualization Facebook media set TEDEducation TED-Ed"
YouTube Link 2012-11-23T17:14Z 22.4M followers, 1.6M engagements

"The contributions of female explorers - Courtney Stephens View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-contributions-of-female-explorers-courtney-stephens During the Victorian Age women were unlikely to become great explorers but a few intelligent gritty and brave women made major contributions to the study of previously little-understood territory. Courtney Stephens examines three women -- Marianne North Mary Kingsley and Alexandra David-Nel -- who wouldn't take no for an answer (and shows why we should be grateful that they didn't). Lesson by Courtney Stephens animation by Lizzi Akana."
YouTube Link 2013-06-12T15:10Z 22.4M followers, 488K engagements

"Is soy bad for you - Francesca Bot Dig into the science of soy and discover what makes soybeans such versatile plants and whether its healthy for you and the planet. -- Soybeans have been cultivated in Asia for thousands of years and have since spread across the globe. Today soy is in so many foods that most people consume it every day without even knowing it. So what makes soybeans so versatile And is our global obsession healthy or harmful Francesca Bot explores why this single plant is used in everything from mayonnaise to biodegradable plastic. Lesson by Francesca Bot directed by"
YouTube Link 2022-03-03T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 649.9K engagements

"Can you solve the secret werewolf riddle - Dan Finkel Practice more problem-solving at https://brilliant.org/TedEd/ Signup to receive the bonus riddle's solution: https://brilliant.org/TedEdWerewolf/ Youre on the trail of a werewolf thats been terrorizing your town. After months of detective work youve narrowed your suspects to one of five people. Youve invited them to dinner with a simple plan: to slip a square of a rare antidote into each of their dinners. Unfortunately you only have one square left. Can you divide it into perfect fifths and cure the werewolf Dan Finkel shows how. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2018-11-08T15:59Z 22.4M followers, 4.2M engagements

"Why was India split into two countries - Haimanti Roy Dig into the [----] Partition of India when Britain split the region into two states India and Pakistan and the mass migrations and violence that followed. -- In [----] the British viceroy announced that after [---] years of British rule India would gain independence and be partitioned into Hindu India and Muslim Pakistan. What followed was one of the largest and bloodiest forced migrations in history: an estimated [--] million people lost their lives. What caused this violent aftermath Haimanti Roy details the lasting legacies of the Partition of"
YouTube Link 2021-06-21T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 4.8M engagements

"What is schizophrenia - Anees Bahji Discover what we know and dont know about the symptoms causes and treatments of schizophrenia. -- Schizophrenia was first identified more than a century ago but we still dont know its exact causes. It remains one of the most misunderstood and stigmatized illnesses today. So what do we actually know about its symptoms causes and treatments Anees Bahji investigates. Lesson by Anees Bahji directed by Artrake Studio. Animator's website: https://www.artrake.com/ Sign up for our newsletter: http://bit.ly/TEDEdNewsletter Support us on Patreon:"
YouTube Link 2020-03-26T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 11.7M engagements

"The science of stage fright (and how to overcome it) - Mikael Cho View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-science-of-stage-fright-and-how-to-overcome-it-mikael-cho Heart racing palms sweating labored breathing No you're not having a heart attack -- it's stage fright If speaking in public makes you feel like you're fighting for your life you're not alone. But the better you understand your body's reaction the more likely you are to overcome it. Mikael Cho advises how to trick your brain and steal the show. Lesson by Mikael Cho animation by KAWPA Studioworks"
YouTube Link 2013-10-08T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.7M engagements

"A tour of the ancient Greek Underworld - Iseult Gillespie Download a free audiobook version of The Song of Achilles" and support TED-Ed's nonprofit mission: https://www.audible.com/ted-ed -- Achilles just slain in the Trojan War arrives in the Underworld and is greeted by Sibyl of Cumae a prophetess and also the realms local guide. Though it gets a bad rap Sibyl is determined to prove to the newcomer that hell is actually a lovely place to live; bursting with historic charm and eccentric neighbors. Iseult Gillespie takes a tour of the Underworld and its most infamous inhabitants. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2023-10-24T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.2M engagements

"What really happened during the Salem Witch Trials - Brian A. Pavlac Dig into how the infamous Salem Witch Trials began and why they remain a cautionary tale of the dangers of groupthink and scapegoating. -- Youve been accused of a crime you did not commit. Its impossible to prove your innocence. If you insist that youre innocent anyway youll likely be found guilty and executed. But if you confess apologize and implicate others youll go free. This was the choice facing those accused of witchcraft in Salem Massachusetts in the 17th century. How did this happen Brian A. Pavlac investigates."
YouTube Link 2020-05-04T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 8.1M engagements

"The worlds most painful insect sting - Justin Schmidt Find out whether a honeybee a tarantula hawk wasp or a bullet ant has the most painful insect sting and what each of their stings feel like. -- One of these three creatures is thought to possess the worlds most painful insect sting: theres an ant that forages in rainforest canopies a bee that protects a hive of delectable honey and a wasp that paralyzes tarantulas. So which has the nastiest sting Justin Schmidt describes and ranks the pain inflicted by each insect. Lesson by Justin Schmidt directed by Nicholas Paim Alopra Studio. Support"
YouTube Link 2021-04-19T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 2M engagements

"When is a pandemic over Explore the three strategies governments and communities can use to contain and end a pandemic and find out which method is best. -- Consider the following scenario: a highly infectious sometimes deadly respiratory virus infects humans for the first time. It spreads rapidly worldwide and the WHO declares a pandemic. The death toll starts to rise and everyone is asking the same question: when will the pandemic end Alex Rosenthal details the three main strategies governments can use to contain and end a pandemic. Lesson by Alex Rosenthal directed by Visorama. Animator's"
YouTube Link 2020-06-01T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 5.1M engagements

"How Thor got his hammer - Scott A. Mellor Sign up for our newsletter and never miss an animation: http://bit.ly/TEDEdNewsletter View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-thor-got-his-hammer-scott-a-mellor Loki the mischief-maker writhes in Thors iron grip. The previous night hed snuck up on Thors wife and shorn off her beautiful hair. To fix what hed done Loki rushes to the dwarves and tricks them into making gifts for the gods. Wanting to best their smith rivals the dwarves make a set of golden treasures including a hammer called Mjolnir. Scott A. Mellor traces the legend of Thors"
YouTube Link 2019-01-07T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 14.1M engagements

"In on a secret That's dramatic irony - Christopher Warner View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/in-on-a-secret-that-s-dramatic-irony-christopher-warner You're in a movie theater watching the new horror flick. The audience knows something that the main character does not. The audience sees the character's actions are not in his best interest. What's that feeling -- the one that makes you want to shout at the screen Christopher Warner identifies this storytelling device as dramatic irony. Lesson by Christopher Warner animation by Ben Pearce. Christopher Warner irony dramatic irony jaws"
YouTube Link 2013-01-29T16:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.9M engagements

"How heavy is air - Dan Quinn View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-heavy-is-air-dan-quinn Too often we think of air as empty space but compared to a vacuum air is actually pretty heavy. So just how heavy is it And if it's so heavy why doesn't it crush us Dan Quinn describes the fundamentals of air pressure and explains how it affects our bodies the weather and the universe at large. Lesson by Dan Quinn animation by Sandro Katamashvili. Sandro Katamashvili Dan Quinn air pressure air empty space atmosphere pressure TED TED-Ed TED Ed TEDEducation Sandro Katamashvili Dan Quinn air"
YouTube Link 2014-07-07T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.2M engagements

"Why should you read Crime and Punishment - Alex Gendler Download a free audiobook version of "Crime and Punishment" and support TED-Ed's nonprofit mission: https://www.audible.com/ted-ed Check out our full book recommendation: https://shop.ed.ted.com/products/crime-and-punishment -- What drives someone to kill in cold blood What goes through the murderers mind And what kind of a society breeds such people Over [---] years ago Fyodor Mikhailovich Dostoyevsky took these questions up in what would become one of the best-known works of Russian literature: Crime and Punishment. Alex Gendler digs"
YouTube Link 2019-05-14T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 6.1M engagements

"Can you solve the multiverse rescue mission riddle - Dan Finkel A bug in the superconductor system has trapped your team in [--] separate dimensions. Can you get them back home safely -- It was a normal Tuesday at the superconductor until a bug in the system caused your team to be trapped in [--] separate dimensions. Fortunately theres a half-finished experimental teleportation robot that may be able to get you all home. if you can figure out how to work it. Can you work out the robots design quirks and get your team back home safely Dan Finkel shows how. Lesson by Dan Finkel directed by Artrake"
YouTube Link 2019-08-15T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.9M engagements

"What the oil industry doesnt want you to know - Stephanie Honchell Smith Uncover the oil industrys decades-long campaign to discredit climate change science regarding the danger of fossil fuels. -- Throughout the 1980s oil industry reps discussed the dangers of burning fossil fuels acknowledging the risk their product posed to the future of humanity. However instead of warning the public or pivoting towards renewable energy sources they doubled down on oil and launched a decades-long campaign to discredit climate change science. Stephanie Honchell Smith digs into Big Oil's tactics. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2024-07-25T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 885.7K engagements

"What is hysteria and why were so many women diagnosed with it - Mark S. Micale Download a free audiobook version of City of Girls and support TED-Ed's nonprofit mission: https://www.audible.com/ted-ed -- Do you ever feel tired Overwhelmed Depressed Do you have headaches dizziness cramps difficulty breathing From [---] BCE to the 1900s if you answered yes to any of these questions and you had a uterus a doctor would likely diagnose you with hysteria. So where did this medical diagnosis come from And why did it persist for so long Mark S. Micale traces the history of the catch-all term. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2024-09-24T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 560.9K engagements

"Will laser blasters ever be possible - Christopher Baird Learn more at https://brilliant.org/TedEd -- A fleet of rebel spaceships is greeted by a frenzy of laser blasts illuminating the sector with brilliant bursts of light. Science fiction has shown us scenes like this for decades but the lasers in our daily lives seem far less dazzling and destructive. So could sci-fi laser weaponry ever exist And how do lasers even work in the first place Christopher Baird investigates. Lesson by Christopher Baird directed by Igor ori Artrake Studio. This video made possible in collaboration with Brilliant"
YouTube Link 2026-01-13T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 148.5K engagements

"The murderous medieval king who inspired "Macbeth" - Benjamin Hudson Dig into the history that inspired Shakespeares tragedy Macbeth and find out just how much of the play is based on real events. -- Of all Shakespeares plays perhaps none is stranger than Macbeth a parable on power rife with supernatural elements. But according to texts from the 11th century this tragedy has its roots in reality. Whats more other accounts mention witches prophecies and arboreal armies. Which raises the question: just how much of Shakespeares strange story is true Benjamin Hudson investigates. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2025-03-27T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 429.8K engagements

"What really happened to the Library of Alexandria - Elizabeth Cox Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-really-happened-to-the-library-of-alexandria-elizabeth-cox [----] years ago the rulers of Alexandria set out to fulfill a very audacious goal: to collect all the knowledge in the world under one roof. In its prime the Library of Alexandria housed an unprecedented number of scrolls and attracted some of the Greek worlds greatest minds. But by the end of the 5th century CE it had vanished. Elizabeth Cox details the rise and"
YouTube Link 2018-08-14T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 3M engagements

"Has there ever been a good dictator - Stephanie Honchell Smith Examine the myth of the benevolent dictator which is a leader who holds absolute power yet only uses it for the common good. -- Under certain conditions the idea of a dictator can sound appealing like when a democracy isnt functioning as it should due to corruption or political polarization. People may believe the solution is a "benevolent dictator" a leader who only uses their absolute power for the common good. But can such a leader actually exist in todays world Stephanie Honchell Smith examines this common myth. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2024-05-16T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.5M engagements

"The myth behind the Chinese zodiac - Megan Campisi and Pen-Pen Chen Want to support TED-Ed's nonprofit mission Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-myth-behind-the-chinese-zodiac-megan-campisi-and-pen-pen-chen Whats your sign In Western astrology its a constellation determined by when your birthday falls in the calendar. But according to the Chinese zodiac () its your shuxiang meaning the animal assigned to your birth year. Of the many myths explaining these animal signs and their arrangement the most enduring one is that of"
YouTube Link 2017-01-26T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 9.4M engagements

"The myth of Hercules: [--] labors in 8-bits - Alex Gendler Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-myth-of-hercules-12-labors-in-8-bits-alex-gendler Hercules son of Zeus and champion of humankind stricken with a temporary curse of madness has just committed the most unspeakable crime imaginable. Seeking to atone for the deaths of his family Hercules must complete twelve impossible tasks that pit him against invincible monsters and unfathomable forces. Alex Gendler retells this epic series of adventures. Lesson by Alex Gendler"
YouTube Link 2018-09-25T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 7.9M engagements

"Can you solve the temple riddle - Dennis E. Shasha View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/can-you-solve-the-temple-riddle-dennis-e-shasha Your expedition finally stands at the heart of the ancient temple. But as you study the inscriptions in the darkness two wisps of green smoke burst forth. The walls begin to shake. The giant sandglass begins flowing with less than an hour before it empties and a rumbling tells you that you dont want to be around when that happens. Can you use math to escape the temple Dennis E. Shasha shows how. Lesson by Dennis E. Shasha animation by Artrake Studio."
YouTube Link 2016-02-01T16:12Z 22.4M followers, 11M engagements

"Why is Alzheimers disease so difficult to treat - Krishna Sudhir Dig into how Alzheimers disease affects your brain and cognitive abilities and what makes the disorder so hard to treat. -- Around the world millions of people have Alzheimers disease a debilitating brain disorder that gradually destroys a persons memory and other cognitive abilities. While doctors have studied Alzheimers for decades conducting hundreds of clinical trials there is still no effective preventive treatment or cure. So why is Alzheimers disease so difficult to treat Krishna Sudhir investigates. Lesson by Krishna"
YouTube Link 2024-07-30T15:02Z 22.4M followers, 529.8K engagements

"How the food you eat affects your brain - Mia Nacamulli View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-the-food-you-eat-affects-your-brain-mia-nacamulli When it comes to what you bite chew and swallow your choices have a direct and long-lasting effect on the most powerful organ in your body: your brain. So which foods cause you to feel so tired after lunch Or so restless at night Mia Nacamulli takes you into the brain to find out. Lesson by Mia Nacamulli animation by Private Island. Mia Nacamulli Chris Boyle Private Island Food for thought brain food nutrients nutrition how food affects your"
YouTube Link 2016-06-21T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 21.4M engagements

"What is depression - Helen M. Farrell View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-is-depression-helen-m-farrell Depression is the leading cause of disability in the world; in the United States close to ten percent of adults struggle with the disease. But because its a mental illness it can be a lot harder to understand than say high cholesterol. Helen M. Farrell examines the symptoms and treatments of depression and gives some tips for how you might help a friend who is suffering. Lesson by Helen M. Farrell animation by Artrake Studio. Helen Farrell Artrake Studio depression clinical"
YouTube Link 2015-12-15T16:16Z 22.4M followers, 26.7M engagements

"The tragic myth of the Sun God's son - Iseult Gillespie Dive into the Greek myth of Helios and Phaethon where the Sun God allows his mortal son to drive his chariot for a day. -- Every morning Helios unleashed his golden chariot and set out across the sky. As the Sun God transformed dawn into day he thought of his son Phaethon below. To prove to Phaethon that he was truly his father Helios decided to grant him anything he wanted. Unfortunately what Phaethon wanted was to drive Helios chariot for a day. Iseult Gillespie shares the tragic myth of the charioteer. Lesson by Iseult Gillespie"
YouTube Link 2022-01-18T16:02Z 22.4M followers, 2.4M engagements

"The sharks that hunt in forests - Luka Seamus Wright Discover the unique adaptations of marine forests the ecosystems that provide food and shelter for sharks and diverse coastal species. -- Forests dont usually come to mind as a habitat for sharks. But marine forests provide a home for 35% of the worlds sharks. Mangrove forests in particular function as an essential bridge between land and sea and have evolved various adaptations that protect them and their resident sharks. Luka Seamus Wright explores these unique and vital ecosystems. Lesson by Luka Seamus Wright directed by William"
YouTube Link 2021-06-14T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 863.2K engagements

"A brief history of the devil - Brian A. Pavlac Download a free audiobook version of "Devil in the White City" and support TED-Ed's nonprofit mission: https://www.audible.com/ted-ed -- Satan the beast crunching sinners bones. Lucifer the fallen angel. Mephistopheles the trickster striking deals. These three divergent devils are all based on Satan of the Old Testament. But unlike any of these literary devils the Satan of the Bible was a relatively minor character. So how did he become the ultimate antagonist with so many different forms Brian A. Pavlac investigates. Lesson by Brian A. Pavlac"
YouTube Link 2021-03-30T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.8M engagements

"Can you solve the passcode riddle - Ganesh Pai View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/can-you-solve-the-passcode-riddle-ganesh-pai In a dystopian world your resistance group is humanitys last hope. Unfortunately youve all been captured by the tyrannical rulers and brought to the ancient coliseum for their deadly entertainment. Will you be able to solve the passcode riddle and get everyone out safely Ganesh Pai shows how. Lesson by Ganesh Pai animation by Jun Zee Myers. Ganesh Pai Jun Zee Myers Addison Anderson Can you solve the passcode riddle passcode riddle escape from hell riddle"
YouTube Link 2016-07-07T14:59Z 22.4M followers, 10.2M engagements

"Can saunas make you live longer - Max G. Levy Explore how saunas can affect your body and dig into the health benefits and limitations of this millennia-old tradition. -- Finnish sauna Roman balneae Japanese onsen and Indigenous American sweat lodges are just a few examples of how cultures across the globe have long considered exposure to extreme temperatures therapeutic. But today scientists are only just beginning to unravel how and why this may be the case. So what exactly is happening in your body when you feel the heat Max G. Levy investigates. Lesson by Max G. Levy directed by Noam"
YouTube Link 2025-08-21T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.3M engagements

"Why do people get so anxious about math - Orly Rubinsten View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/why-do-people-get-so-anxious-about-math-orly-rubinsten Have you ever sat down to take a math test and immediately felt your heart beat faster and your palms start to sweat This is called math anxiety and if it happens to you youre not alone: Researchers think about [--] percent of the population suffers from it. So whats going on And can it be fixed Orly Rubinsten explores the current research and suggests ways to increase math performance. Lesson by Orly Rubinsten animation by Adriatic"
YouTube Link 2017-03-27T14:59Z 22.4M followers, 3.2M engagements

"Run sail or hide How to survive the destruction of Pompeii - Gary Devore Download a free audiobook version of Into Thin Air and support TED-Ed's nonprofit mission: https://www.audible.com/ted-ed -- Its a bustling day in Pompeii. After a quick visit to the market Fabia spots her brothers Lucius and Marcus crossing the Forum. The siblings begin discussing Lucius wedding but a deafening boom interrupts them. They watch Vesuvius spew smoke ash and rock and realize theyve been living in the shadow of a volcano. Gary Devore follows the siblings as they attempt to survive the disaster. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2021-05-20T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 2.9M engagements

"When are you actually an adult - Shannon Odell Explore how scientists define adulthood and find out if theres a specific age at which we reach maturity. -- Most countries recognize [--] as the start of adulthood by granting various freedoms and privileges. Yet theres no exact age or moment in development that we can point to as having reached full maturity. If theres no consensus on exactly when we reach maturity when do we actually become adults Shannon Odell shares how scientists define adulthood using stages of brain development. Lesson by Shannon Odell directed by Biljana Labovi. This video"
YouTube Link 2023-01-19T16:01Z 22.4M followers, 830.9K engagements

"Exponential growth: How folding paper can get you to the Moon Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded Can folding a piece of paper [--] times get you to the moon By seeing what happens when folding just one piece of paper we see the unbelievable potential of exponential growth. This lesson will leave you wanting to grab a piece of paper to see how many times you can fold it Lesson by Adrian Paenza animation by TED-Ed. Exponents Adrian Paenza Paper Folding Exponential Growth Math in Real Life Math TED TED-Ed TED Education Biljana Labovic Franz Palomares Celeste Lai TED-Ed"
YouTube Link 2012-04-19T14:54Z 22.4M followers, 6.9M engagements

"Rosalind Franklin: DNA's unsung hero - Cludio L. Guerra Get to know Rosalind Franklin a scientist whose work was integral to discovering the double helix structure of DNA. -- The discovery of the structure of DNA was one of the most important scientific achievements in human history. The now-famous double helix is almost synonymous with Watson and Crick two of the scientists who won the Nobel prize for figuring it out. But theres another name you may not know: Rosalind Franklin. Cludio L. Guerra shares the true story of the woman behind the helix. Lesson by Cludio L. Guerra animation by Chris"
YouTube Link 2016-07-11T15:02Z 22.4M followers, 1.9M engagements

"How much would it cost to buy the Sun - Cella Wright Dig into the monetary value of the Sun and how important it is as our energy source as Daedalus contemplates buying it. -- Daedalus hasnt been the same since losing Icarus. Suddenly he begins expressing interest in buying the Sun from Helios. Rumors say Daedalus is aspiring to destroy it to avenge Icarus or channel its immense power towards other imprudent aims. He summons a divine accountant and asks: how much would it cost to buy the Sun Cella Wright conducts a financial analysis of our stars worth. Lesson by Cella Wright directed by Igor"
YouTube Link 2025-04-22T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 467.4K engagements

"Are all of your memories real - Daniel L. Schacter Dig into the psychology of how memories are susceptible to false information and why we shouldnt treat them as truth. -- In a 1990s study participants recalled getting lost in a shopping mall as children. Some shared these memories in vivid detail but there was one problem: none of these people had actually gotten lost in a mall. They produced these false memories after psychologists told them theyd gotten lost and parents confirmed it. So whats going on Daniel L. Schacter explores the fallibility of our memory. Lesson by Daniel L. Schacter"
YouTube Link 2020-09-08T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 2.2M engagements

"How often should you get a flu shot - Melvin Sanicas Why do we need flu shots every year Dig into the science of flu viruses and what makes them different from other diseases. -- All year long researchers at hospitals around the world collect samples from flu patients and send them to top virology experts with one goal: to design the vaccine for the next flu season. But why do we need a new one every year Vaccines for diseases like mumps and rubella offer a lifetime of protection with two shots early in life; whats so special about the flu Melvin Sanicas explains. Lesson by Melvin Sanicas"
YouTube Link 2017-11-20T16:04Z 22.4M followers, 1M engagements

"The myth of Jason Medea and the Golden Fleece - Iseult Gillespie Follow Jason as he attempts to steal the Golden Fleece from King Aeetes and enlists the help of the king's daughter Medea. (Part Two of the myth of Jason and the Argonauts) -- In Colchis the hide of a mystical flying ram hangs from the tallest oak guarded by a dragon who never sleeps. The only way Jason can pry it from King Aeetes clutches and win back his promised throne is by facing three perilous tasks without the help of the Argonauts. Unbeknownst to the king his daughter Medea was plotting something. Iseult Gillespie shares"
YouTube Link 2020-07-21T14:59Z 22.4M followers, 1.5M engagements

"How to biohack your cells to fight cancer - Greg Foot Check out the science of biohacking where biologists go into a patients genetic code and reprogram their immune system to recognize and fight cancer cells. -- The human body is made up of about [--] trillion cells that carry a code which has been duplicated over and over for billions of years - with varying degrees of accuracy. So what happens when the system breaks down and the machinery turns on itself leading to cancer Greg Foot dives into the science of how biologists are biohacking the human body to try to fix the seemingly unfixable."
YouTube Link 2019-04-09T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.4M engagements

"How to sequence the human genome - Mark J. Kiel View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-to-sequence-the-human-genome-mark-j-kiel Your genome every human's genome consists of a unique DNA sequence of A's T's C's and G's that tell your cells how to operate. Thanks to technological advances scientists are now able to know the sequence of letters that makes up an individual genome relatively quickly and inexpensively. Mark J. Kiel takes an in-depth look at the science behind the sequence. Lesson by Mark J. Kiel animation by Marc Christoforidis. Mark Kiel Marc Christoforidis Human Genome"
YouTube Link 2013-12-09T16:08Z 22.4M followers, 1.6M engagements

"Mansa Musa one of the wealthiest people who ever lived - Jessica Smith Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/mansa-musa-one-of-the-wealthiest-people-who-ever-lived-jessica-smith Mansa Musa the 14th century African king of the Mali Empire is said to have amassed a fortune that possibly made him one of the wealthiest people who ever lived. Jessica Smith tells the story of how Mansa Musa literally put his empire and himself on the map. Lesson by Jessica Smith animation by Sandro Katamashvili. TED TEDx TED-Ed TED Education Mansa Musa"
YouTube Link 2015-05-18T15:19Z 22.4M followers, 8.8M engagements

"Which voting system is the best - Alex Gendler Dive into four different voting systems: plurality instant runoff tactical and the Condorcet method and find out which is fairest. -- Imagine we want to build a new space port at one of four recently settled Martian bases and are holding a vote to choose its location. Of the [---] colonists on Mars [--] live on West Base [--] on North Base [--] on South Base and [--] on East Base. Assuming that everyone wants the port to be closest to their home base what is the fairest way to conduct the vote Alex Gendler digs into voting systems. Lesson by Alex Gendler"
YouTube Link 2020-06-11T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.4M engagements

"Should we be looking for life elsewhere in the universe - Aomawa Shields View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/should-we-be-looking-for-life-elsewhere-in-the-universe-aomawa-shields As the number of potentially habitable planets that astronomers find continues to rise we seem ever closer to answering the question Are we alone in the universe But should we be looking for life elsewhere If we were to find life in one of these worlds should we try to contact any beings who may live there Is that wise Aomawa Shields navigates the murky waters of pursuing curiosity. Lesson by Aomawa Shields"
YouTube Link 2016-07-25T15:06Z 22.4M followers, 646.8K engagements

"How turtle shells evolved. twice - Judy Cebra Thomas Check out the fascinating science behind the evolution of the turtle shell over [---] million years in the making. -- Modern turtle shells are almost as diverse as the turtles themselves. Sea turtles have flatter lighter shells for gliding through the water. Land-dwelling tortoises have domed shells that can slip free of predators jaws. Leatherback turtles have shells without the ring of bone around the edge. So how did the shell evolve Judy Cebra-Thomas explores the ancestry of the turtle. Lesson by Judy Cebra-Thomas directed by Cabong"
YouTube Link 2019-07-30T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 995K engagements

"How does your body know you're full - Hilary Coller Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-does-your-body-know-you-re-full-hilary-coller Hunger claws at your belly. It tugs at your intestines which begin to writhe aching to be fed. Being hungry generates a powerful and often unpleasant physical sensation thats almost impossible to ignore. After youve reacted by gorging on your morning pancakes you start to experience an opposing force: fullness. But how does your body actually know when youre full Hilary Coller explains."
YouTube Link 2017-11-13T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 2.9M engagements

"Can you solve the time traveling car riddle - Dan Finkel Practice more problem-solving at https://brilliant.org/TedEd You and the professor have driven your DeLorean back to the past to fix issues with the spacetime continuum caused by your time traveling. But another DeLorean appears with older versions of you and the professor. The professors panic and explain that the universe could collapse now that youre both in the same time and place. Can you merge the timestreams and travel home Dan Finkel shows how. Lesson by Dan Finkel directed by Igor Coric Artrake Studio. This video made possible"
YouTube Link 2023-07-06T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 933.1K engagements

"Can you solve the private eye riddle - Henri Picciotto Practice more problem-solving at https://brilliant.org/TedEd -- As Numberlands best detective you thought youd seen it all. But the desiccated corpses of prominent natural numbers have been showing up all over the city. A lockdown is ordered from sundown to sunrise and its still not enough to stop what can only be described as a vampiric feeding frenzy. Can you figure out why the citizens of Numberland are being attacked Henri Picciotto shows how. Lesson by Henri Picciotto directed by Igor Coric Artrake Studio. Support Our Non-Profit"
YouTube Link 2022-04-26T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.8M engagements

"How to make your stress work for you - Shannon Odell Dig into what causes your stress response to be triggered and how you can best train your mind and body to deal with stress. -- An upcoming project deadline a fight with a family member or even an embarrassing moment can easily trigger our bodys stress response. While we cant always control what life throws at us there are ways to better prepare for stressful events we may experience. So how can we train our minds and bodies to manage our stress response Shannon Odell shares best practices for dealing with stress. Lesson by Shannon Odell"
YouTube Link 2024-12-10T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 618.6K engagements

"The psychology of post-traumatic stress disorder - Joelle Rabow Maletis Get informed on the science behind post-traumatic stress disorder PTSD its symptoms and how the brain reacts to trauma. -- Many of us will experience some kind of trauma during our lifetime. Sometimes we escape with no long-term effects. But for millions of people those experiences linger causing symptoms like flashbacks nightmares and negative thoughts that interfere with everyday life. Joelle Rabow Maletis details the science behind post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD. Lesson by Joelle Rabow Maletis directed by Toms"
YouTube Link 2018-06-25T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 3.5M engagements

"How to understand power - Eric Liu View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-to-understand-power-eric-liu Every day we move and operate within systems of power that other people have constructed. But were often uncomfortable talking about power. Why Eric Liu describes the six sources of power and explains how understanding them is key to being an effective citizen. Lesson by Eric Liu animation by KAPWA Studioworks. Eric Liu Power Government Civics Arab Spring Voting Vote Election TED TED-Ed TED Ed TEDEducation Barack Obama Vladimir Putin President Prime Minister Stephen Harper"
YouTube Link 2014-11-04T16:15Z 22.4M followers, 3.9M engagements

"Whats the smallest thing in the universe - Jonathan Butterworth Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-standard-model-of-particle-physics-jonathan-butterworth If you were to take a coffee cup and break it in half then in half again and keep carrying on where would you end up Could you keep on going forever Or would you eventually find a set of indivisible building blocks out of which everything is made Jonathan Butterworth explains the Standard Model theory and how it helps us understand the world we live in. Lesson by Jon"
YouTube Link 2018-11-15T16:02Z 22.4M followers, 1.5M engagements

"The science of falling in love - Shannon Odell Travel into the brain to see what happens when you fall in love and explore how the brain responds to heartbreak. -- Love is often described as heartwarming heart-wrenching or even heartbreaking and your brain is responsible for all these feelings. The journey from first spark to the last tear is guided by a symphony of neurochemicals and brain systems. Shannon Odell explores what happens in your brain when you fall in love how it responds to a relationship and how it reacts to a breakup. Lesson by Shannon Odell directed by Biljana Labovi. This"
YouTube Link 2022-12-08T16:01Z 22.4M followers, 2.6M engagements

"Whats so great about the Great Lakes - Cheri Dobbs and Jennifer Gabrys View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-s-so-great-about-the-great-lakes-cheri-dobbs-and-jennifer-gabrys The North American Great Lakes Huron Ontario Michigan Erie and Superior are so big that they border [--] states and contain [--] quadrillion liters of water. They span forest grassland and wetland habitats supporting a region thats home to [----] species. But how did such a vast and unique geological feature come to be Cheri Dobbs and Jennifer Gabrys takes us all the way back to the Ice Age to find out. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2017-01-10T16:02Z 22.4M followers, 1.8M engagements

"One of the most banned books of all time - Mollie Godfrey Explore why Maya Angelous memoir I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings became one of the most frequently banned books of all time. -- In [----] a school district removed one of American literatures most acclaimed works from its curriculum. Parents pushing for the ban said the book was both sexually explicit and anti-white. The book at the center of this debate was Maya Angelous I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings. Why was the memoir so controversial Mollie Godfrey digs into one of the most banned books of all time. Lesson by Mollie Godfrey"
YouTube Link 2023-02-21T16:01Z 22.4M followers, 856.7K engagements

"Does stress affect your memory - Elizabeth Cox Explore the stages of how your memory stores information and how short-term stress impacts this process. -- You spend weeks studying for an important test. On the big day you wait nervously as your teacher hands it out. Youre working your way through when youre asked to define "ataraxia." You know youve seen the word before but your mind goes blank. What just happened Elizabeth Cox details the complex relationship between stress and memory. Lesson by Elizabeth Cox directed by Artrake Studio. Sign up for our newsletter:"
YouTube Link 2018-09-04T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.4M engagements

"The history of the world according to corn - Chris A. Kniesly Trace the [----] year old history of the domestication of corn or maize and its effects on global agriculture. -- Corn currently accounts for more than one tenth of our global crop production. And over 99% of cultivated corn is the exact same type: Yellow Dent #2. This means that humans grow more Yellow Dent #2 than any other plant on the planet. So how did this single variety of this single plant become the biggest success story in agricultural history Chris Kniesly investigates the rise of this wonder-crop. Lesson by Chris A."
YouTube Link 2019-11-26T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 2.7M engagements

"The best way to become good at something might surprise you - David Epstein Are we building skills the wrong way Explore how having a wide range of experience can be better than early specialization. -- Theres a common idea that it takes [-----] hours of practice to become great at something. From an early age we are encouraged to choose our path focus specifically and start racking up those hours. But what if these head starts arent helping us the way we think they do What if theres a better way to excel David Epstein shares how a different approach could set us up for greater success."
YouTube Link 2025-11-04T16:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.4M engagements

"How did South African Apartheid happen and how did it finally end - Thula Simpson Explore how Dutch and British colonization of South Africa led to Apartheid the strict national policy of racial segregation. -- For [--] years South Africans lived under Apartheid a strict policy of segregation that barred the countrys Black majority from skilled high-paying jobs quality education voting and much more. So how did these laws come to be And how did this era of institutionalized discrimination finally come to an end Thula Simpson explores how colonization led to the national trauma of Apartheid."
YouTube Link 2023-12-05T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.3M engagements

"One of the worlds oldest condiments - Dan Kwartler Trace the history of ketchup from the condiments origins in 3rd century China to becoming a staple of American cuisine. -- In the mid-18th century England was crazy for ketchup. The sauce was a staple but this ketchup wasnt the ubiquitous red goop youre familiar with today. In fact it was a sweet and savory brown sauce that didnt even have tomatoes in it. So where did this early ketchup come from and how did it become the dip we know and love Dan Kwartler traces the condiment's history. Lesson by Dan Kwartler directed by Denys Spolitak."
YouTube Link 2024-03-12T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.1M engagements

"The cancer gene we all have - Michael Windelspecht View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-cancer-gene-we-all-have-michael-windelspecht Within every cell in our body two copies of a tumor suppressor gene called BRCA1 are tasked with regulating the speed at which cells divide. Michael Windelspecht explains how these genes can sometimes mutate making those cells less specialized and more likely to develop into cancer. Lesson by Michael Windelspecht animation by Zedem Media. Michael Windelspecht Zedem Media cancer cancer cell cancer gene cancer hereditary hereditary disease cell mutation"
YouTube Link 2014-05-19T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 384.1K engagements

"How science fiction can help predict the future - Roey Tzezana View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-science-fiction-can-help-predict-the-future-roey-tzezana Would you like to know whats in our future Whats going to happen to humanity tomorrow next year or even a millennium from now Well youre not alone. Everyone from governments to military to industry leaders do as well and they all employ people - called futurists - who attempt to forecast the future. Roey Tzezana explains some of the ways that futurists venture to do so. Lesson by Roey Tzezana animation by TED-Ed. Roey Tzezana"
YouTube Link 2016-01-26T16:07Z 22.4M followers, 449.4K engagements

"The threat of invasive species - Jennifer Klos View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-threat-of-invasive-species-jennifer-klos Massive vines that blanket the southern United States climbing high as they uproot trees and swallow buildings. A ravenous snake that is capable of devouring an alligator. Rabbit populations that eat themselves into starvation. These arent horror movie concepts theyre real stories. But how could such situations exist in nature Jennifer Klos gives the facts on invasive species. Lesson by Jennifer Klos animation by Globizco. Jennifer Klos Globizco Invasive"
YouTube Link 2016-05-03T15:02Z 22.4M followers, 2.5M engagements

"Situational irony: The opposite of what you think - Christopher Warner View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/situational-irony-the-opposite-of-what-you-think-christopher-warner Leaps and bounds separate that which is ironic and that which many people simply say is ironic. Christopher Warner wants to set the record straight: Something is ironic if and only if it is the exact opposite of what you would expect. Lesson by Christopher Warner animation by Ben Pearce. TEDEducation TED-Ed TED Ed Christopher Warner Ben Pearce irony situational irony ironic isn't it ironic TEDEducation TED-Ed TED"
YouTube Link 2012-12-13T16:59Z 22.4M followers, 2.7M engagements

"How many ways can you arrange a deck of cards - Yannay Khaikin View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-many-ways-can-you-arrange-a-deck-of-cards-yannay-khaikin One deck. Fifty-two cards. How many arrangements Let's put it this way: Any time you pick up a well shuffled deck you are almost certainly holding an arrangement of cards that has never before existed and might not exist again. Yannay Khaikin explains how factorials allow us to pinpoint the exact (very large) number of permutations in a standard deck of cards. Lesson by Yannay Khaikin animation by The Moving Company Animation"
YouTube Link 2014-03-27T15:06Z 22.4M followers, 1.7M engagements

"Is radiation dangerous - Matt Anticole View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/is-radiation-dangerous-matt-anticole When we hear the word radiation its tempting to picture huge explosions and frightening mutations. But thats not the full story radiation also applies to rainbows and a doctor examining an X-ray. So what is it really and how much should we worry about its effects Matt Anticole describes the different types of radiation. Lesson by Matt Anticole animation by Tinmouse Animation Studio. Matt Anticole Tinmouse Animation Studio radiation risks of radiation ionizing radiation x-ray"
YouTube Link 2016-03-14T15:27Z 22.4M followers, 2.9M engagements

"The myth of Hades and Persephone - Iseult Gillespie Dig into the Greek myth of Persephone who is abducted by Hades and is only allowed to leave the underworld every spring. -- One day Persephone was frolicking in a meadow with the nymph Cyane. As they admired a flower they noticed it tremble in the ground. Suddenly the earth split and a terrifying figure arose. It was Hades god of the underworld. He wrenched Persephone from Cyane dragged her into his inky chariot and blasted back through the earth. Iseult Gillespie shares the myth of the goddess of spring. Lesson by Iseult Gillespie directed"
YouTube Link 2022-04-14T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 4M engagements

"Aphasia: The disorder that makes you lose your words - Susan Wortman-Jutt Dig into the language disorder known as aphasia that affects a persons ability to communicate effectively with others. -- Language is an essential part of our lives that we often take for granted. But if the delicate web of language networks in your brain became disrupted by stroke illness or trauma you could find yourself truly at a loss for words. Susan Wortman-Jutt details a disorder called aphasia which can impair all aspects of communication. Lesson by Susan Wortman-Jutt animation by TED-Ed. View full lesson:"
YouTube Link 2016-09-15T15:17Z 22.4M followers, 1.6M engagements

"Can loud music damage your hearing - Heather Malyuk Dig into the properties of sound to find out just how bad loud music is for your hearing. -- After a concert you find it difficult to hear your friend rave about the show. It sounds like they're speaking from across the room and its tough to make out their voice over the ringing in your ears. But by the next morning the effect has mostly worn off. So what caused these symptoms And can you go to concerts without damaging your ears Heather Malyuk explores the properties of sound. Lesson by Heather Malyuk directed by Anne Beal. Support Our"
YouTube Link 2021-03-02T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 768.3K engagements

"Are there universal expressions of emotion - Sophie Zadeh Learn more about TED-Ed Clubs here: http://bit.ly/2z8YFSo View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/are-there-universal-expressions-of-emotion-sophie-zadeh The [--] or so muscles in the human face can be activated in different combinations to create thousands of expressions. But do these expressions look the same and communicate the same meaning around the world regardless of culture Is one persons smile anothers grimace Sophie Zadeh investigates. Lesson by Sophie Zadeh animated by Estdio Bacuri. Thank you so much to our patrons for"
YouTube Link 2018-07-03T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 468.8K engagements

"Why do we itch - Emma Bryce View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/why-do-we-itch-emma-bryce The average person experiences dozens of individual itches each day. Weve all experienced the annoyance of an inconvenient itch but have you ever pondered why we itch in the first place Is there actually an evolutionary purpose to the itch or is it simply there to annoy us Emma Bryce digs deep into the skin to find out. Lesson by Emma Bryce animation by Sashko Danylenko. TED TED-Ed TED Education TED Ed Emma Bryce Sashko Danylenko itch scratch delusory parasitosis phantom itch nervous system"
YouTube Link 2017-04-11T14:59Z 22.4M followers, 7.4M engagements

"Can you survive a Komodo dragon bite - Achmad Ariefiandy Dig into what we know about Komodo dragons and find out what you should do if you encounter these giant lizards in the wild. -- Clambering through the bush on one of Indonesias Lesser Sunda Islands suddenly you spy a Komodo dragon in the clearing ahead. Forked tongue flickering; sharp saw-like teeth glimmering; and strong scaly body stretching up to [--] meters Komodo dragons are formidable. So what should you do Are you doomed Achmad Ariefiandy shares what we know about the world's largest lizards. Lesson by Achmad Ariefiandy directed by"
YouTube Link 2025-05-20T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 904.1K engagements

"How do US Supreme Court justices get appointed - Peter Paccone View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-do-us-supreme-court-justices-get-appointed-peter-paccone Theres a job out there with a great deal of power pay prestige and near-perfect job-security. And theres only one way to be hired: get appointed to the US Supreme Court. But how do US Supreme Court Justices actually get that honor Peter Paccone outlines the difficult process of getting a seat on the highest bench in the country. Lesson by Peter Paccone animation by Globizco. TED-Ed TED TEDEducation TEDEd Peter Paccone Globizco"
YouTube Link 2016-11-17T16:11Z 22.4M followers, 1M engagements

"How does artificial intelligence learn - Briana Brownell Explore the three major methods of machine learning which allows computers to write their own rules to problem solve and process data. -- Today artificial intelligence helps doctors diagnose patients pilots fly commercial aircraft and city planners predict traffic. These AIs are often self-taught working off a simple set of instructions to create a unique array of rules and strategies. So how exactly does a machine learn Briana Brownell digs into the three basic ways machines investigate negotiate and communicate. Lesson by Briana"
YouTube Link 2021-03-11T16:01Z 22.4M followers, 832.2K engagements

"The myth of the boiling frog Explore how greenhouse gas emissions impact global warming and why its necessary to get emissions down to net zero. -- Since [----] global average temperatures have risen by [--] degree Celsius. That may not sound like a lot but it is. Why [--] degree is an average. Many places have already gotten much warmer and if average temperatures increase one more degree the coldest nights in the Arctic might get [--] degrees warmer. So how did we get here And what can be done Explore the challenges of net zero emissions. Directed by Lisa LaBracio. Animation and art direction by Lusa"
YouTube Link 2021-02-16T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.7M engagements

"What makes the Great Wall of China so extraordinary - Megan Campisi and Pen-Pen Chen View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-makes-the-great-wall-of-china-so-extraordinary-megan-campisi-and-pen-pen-chen The Great Wall of China is a 13000-mile dragon of earth and stone that winds its way through the countryside of China. As it turns out the walls history is almost as long and serpentine as its structure. Megan Campisi and Pen-Pen Chen detail the building and subsequent decay of this massive impressive wall. Lesson by Megan Campisi and Pen-Pen Chen animation by Steff Lee. Great Wall Of"
YouTube Link 2015-09-17T15:03Z 22.4M followers, 7M engagements

"How close are we to uploading our minds - Michael S.A. Graziano Investigate the possibility of scanning the human brain and uploading our minds and consciousness to a digital world. -- Imagine a future where nobody dies instead our minds are uploaded to a digital world. There they could live on in a realistic simulated environment with avatar bodies calling in and contributing to the biological world. Mind-uploading has powerful appeal but what would it actually take to scan a persons brain and upload their mind Michael S. A. Graziano explores the challenges. Lesson by Michael S. A. Graziano"
YouTube Link 2019-10-28T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 588.8K engagements

"The dark history of the Chinese Exclusion Act - Robert Chang Dig into the Chinese Exclusion Act of [----] which suspended Chinese immigration to the U.S. and blocked Chinese immigrants from citizenship. -- In [----] the United States Congress passed the Chinese Exclusion Act the first federal law that restricted immigration based explicitly on nationality. In practice the Act banned entry to all ethnically Chinese immigrants besides diplomats and prohibited existing immigrants from obtaining citizenship. Robert Chang details the lasting impact the Act had on immigrant rights and freedoms. Lesson"
YouTube Link 2021-07-01T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.3M engagements

"A different way to visualize rhythm - John Varney View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/a-different-way-to-visualize-rhythm-john-varney In standard notation rhythm is indicated on a musical bar line. But there are other ways to visualize rhythm that can be more intuitive. John Varney describes the wheel method of tracing rhythm and uses it to take us on a musical journey around the world. Lesson by John Varney animation by TED-Ed. John Varney Biljana Labovic Peyton Harrison TED-Ed TED Ed TED TEDEducation rhythm music standard notation how to visualize rhythm wheel mythod world music"
YouTube Link 2014-10-20T15:27Z 22.4M followers, 2.7M engagements

"The trillion dollar paradox - George Zaidan Explore the possibility of transitioning to a green economy and if the trillion-dollar up-front cost is worth the investment. -- Global warming is very very expensive: extreme weather rising sea levels crop failures health issues and industry disruptions all cost money. So whats the best way forward Is the estimated trillion-dollar price tag that comes with transitioning the world to clean energy worth the cost of investment George Zaidan explores what it would take to become a green economy. Lesson by George Zaidan directed by Sofia Pashaei. This"
YouTube Link 2025-05-27T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 410.8K engagements

"What happens during a heart attack - Krishna Sudhir View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-happens-during-a-heart-attack-krishna-sudhir Approximately seven million people around the world die from heart attacks every year. And cardiovascular disease which causes heart attacks and other problems like strokes is the worlds leading killer. So what causes a heart attack Krishna Sudhir examines the leading causes and treatments of this deadly disease. Lesson by Krishna Sudhir animation by Chadwick Whitehead. TED TED-Ed TED Ed TED Education Krishna Sudhir Chadwick Whitehead heart attack"
YouTube Link 2017-02-14T16:05Z 22.4M followers, 9M engagements

"How to see more and care less: The art of Georgia O'Keeffe - Iseult Gillespie Get to know the life and works of painter and sculptor Georgia OKeeffe whose art became a cornerstone of American Modernism. -- Feeling disconnected from creating art within classical conventions artist Georgia OKeeffe began experimenting with abstract drawings that defied easy classification. Using the shapes and rhythms of nature to capture her internal world these experiments became the cornerstone of the movement known as American Modernism. Iseult Gillespie explores the works of the elusive painter and"
YouTube Link 2020-06-08T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 513.5K engagements

"Are pandas the most misunderstood animal - Lucy Cooke Uncover the most common misperceptions about pandas and find out why it's so difficult for them to breed in captivity. -- In the 1930s a grand panda drama unfolded at the Chicago Zoo. Zookeepers procured a female panda named Mei Mei and they were determined to find her a mate. They found a prospective suitor named Mei Lan and the public eagerly awaited the patter of tiny panda paws. But the wait dragged on. and on. Why werent the bears breeding Lucy Cooke shares common misperceptions about pandas. Lesson by Lucy Cooke directed by Keegan"
YouTube Link 2024-01-09T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 502.3K engagements

"How one scientist averted a national health crisis - Andrea Tone TED wants to promote student ideas Learn more here: http://bit.ly/2M7hd87 View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-one-scientist-averted-a-national-health-crisis-andrea-tone In [----] Frances Kelsey was one of the Food and Drug Administrations newest recruits. Before the year was out she would begin a fight that would save thousands of lives though no one knew it at the time. Andrea Tone explains how Kelsey was able to prevent a massive national public health tragedy by privileging facts over opinions and patience over"
YouTube Link 2018-06-07T15:02Z 22.4M followers, 2M engagements

"Why are scientists shooting mushrooms into space - Shannon Odell Explore the unique characteristics that make fungi so resilient and find out why they may be the key to future space travel. -- Astronauts aboard the space station Mir made a frightening discovery: several species of Earth-derived fungi were found growing throughout the shuttle blanketing air conditioners and corroding control panels putting both the stations integrity and their lives at risk. How had the fungi survived the journey to space Shannon Odell shares why fungi may be the key to our future on other planets. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2024-07-18T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 725.4K engagements

"The tribes we lead - Seth Godin View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-tribes-we-lead-seth-godin Seth Godin argues the Internet has ended mass marketing and revived a human social unit from the distant past: tribes. Founded on shared ideas and values tribes give ordinary people the power to lead and make big change. He urges us to do so. Talk by Seth Godin. Seth Godin TED TED Talk TEDEducation TED-Ed Ed tribes internet cyber cyber power change change the world Seth Godin TED TED Talk TEDEducation TED-Ed Ed tribes internet cyber cyber power change change the world"
YouTube Link 2013-03-03T16:01Z 22.4M followers, 311.5K engagements

"How can you change someone's mind (hint: facts aren't always enough) - Hugo Mercier Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-can-you-change-someone-s-mind-spoiler-facts-don-t-work-so-well-hugo-mercier Why do arguments change peoples minds in some cases and backfire in others Hugo Mercier explains how arguments are more convincing when they rest on a good knowledge of the audience taking into account what the audience believes who they trust and what they value. Lesson by Hugo Mercier animation by TED-Ed. Thank you so much to"
YouTube Link 2018-07-26T15:08Z 22.4M followers, 2.3M engagements

"Why do we eat popcorn at the movies - Andrew Smith Trace the history of popcorn from its origins in the Americas to its explosion of popularity in the 20th century. -- Soft percussion and a toasty scent mark the violent transformation of tough seeds into cloud-like puffs. This is the almost magical process of popcorn-making. Dozens of kinds of popcorn are now grown in the US with different strains assuming distinctive shapes when their kernels explode. So how did we actually end up with this whimsical food Andrew Smith traces the history of popcorn. Lesson by Andrew Smith directed by"
YouTube Link 2023-04-20T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.5M engagements

"What percentage of your brain do you use - Richard E. Cytowic http://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-percentage-of-your-brain-do-you-use-richard-e-cytowic Two thirds of the population believes a myth that has been propagated for over a century: that we use only 10% of our brains. Hardly Our neuron-dense brains have evolved to use the least amount of energy while carrying the most information possible -- a feat that requires the entire brain. Richard E. Cytowic debunks this neurological myth (and explains why we aren't so good at multitasking). Lesson by Richard E. Cytowic animation by TOGETHER."
YouTube Link 2014-01-30T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 4.4M engagements

"What is love - Brad Troeger View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-is-love-brad-troeger Is love a signal winding through your neural pathways A cliche A cult Love is easy to compare but difficult to define maybe because we're fundamentally biased; we try to define love while falling in or out of it. And love feels differently to every person who feels it but this subjective emotion has evolutionary explanations too. Brad Troeger takes a shot at the definition of love. Lesson by Brad Troeger animation by STK Films. Brad Troeger STK Films love what is love TED TED-Ed TED Ed"
YouTube Link 2013-09-09T15:10Z 22.4M followers, 1.9M engagements

"Calculating The Odds of Intelligent Alien Life - Jill Tarter View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/calculating-the-odds-of-intelligent-alien-life Could there be intelligent life on other planets This question has piqued imagination and curiosity for decades. Explore the answer with the Drake Equation -- a mathematical formula that calculates the possibility of undiscovered life. Lesson by Jill Tarter; Animation by TED-Ed Jill Tarter SETI Extraterrestrial Alien Aliens TED-Ed TEDEducation TED Education space Milky Way alien life Jeremiah Dickey Drake Equation TED Animation Education"
YouTube Link 2012-07-02T16:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.3M engagements

"Why did Megalodon go extinct - Jack Cooper and Catalina Pimiento Dive into the oceans depths to see how the gigantic megalodon ruled the seas and find out what caused its extinction. [--] million years ago the ocean housed a creature so colossal that its stomach could reach volumes of almost [-----] liters big enough to fit an entire orca. It was the megalodon the biggest shark to ever live. So what was it like when megalodon ruled the seas And what brought this formidable predator to extinction Jack Cooper and Catalina Pimiento investigate. Lesson by Jack Cooper and Catalina Pimiento directed by"
YouTube Link 2023-07-03T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.5M engagements

"How do we create a better economy Explore the model known as doughnut economics which aims to meet the needs of people without overshooting Earth's ecological limits. -- Can we call any economy healthy in the face of dwindling resources and growing inequality What if we cut off our addiction to endless growth and used a new compass for modern prosperity One such compass is known as doughnut economics which aims to meet the needs of people without overshooting Earth's ecological limits. Explore how this model reframes our economic systems. This video is based on interview excerpts from the TED"
YouTube Link 2022-11-29T16:01Z 22.4M followers, 690.8K engagements

"How to recognize a dystopia - Alex Gendler View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-to-recognize-a-dystopia-alex-gendler The genre of dystopia the not good place has captured the imaginations of artists and audiences alike for centuries. But why do we bother with all this pessimism Alex Gendler explains how dystopias act as cautionary tales not about some particular government or technology but the very idea that humanity can be molded into an ideal shape. Lesson by Alex Gendler animation by TED-Ed. Alex Gendler TED-Ed animation Jeremiah Dickey dystopia utopia do we live in a dystopia"
YouTube Link 2016-11-15T16:03Z 22.4M followers, 6.2M engagements

"A poetic experiment: Walt Whitman interpreted by three animators - Justin Moore View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/a-poetic-experiment-walt-whitman-interpreted-by-three-animators-justin-moore Take a journey through Walt Whitman's poem 'A Noiseless Patient Spider' with the help of three animators who each used a different animation style to bring this beautiful poem to life. Lesson by Justin Moore animation by TED-Ed. Walt Whitman Poem Poetry Recitation American poetry Romantic poetry TED TED-Ed TED animation Animation TEDx TED Education Walt Whitman Poem Poetry Recitation American"
YouTube Link 2015-08-20T15:09Z 22.4M followers, 420.1K engagements

"How CRISPR lets you edit DNA - Andrea M. Henle Explore the science of the groundbreaking technology for editing genes called CRISPR- Cas9 and how the tool could be used to cure diseases. -- From the smallest single-celled organism to the largest creatures on Earth every living thing is defined by its genes. With recent advancements scientists can change an organisms fundamental features in record time using gene editing tools such as CRISPR. But where did this medical marvel come from and how does it work Andrea M. Henle examines the science behind this new technology. Lesson by Andrea M."
YouTube Link 2019-01-24T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.9M engagements

"What you can do with an extra jaw - Darien Satterfield Discover the adaptation of the pharyngeal jaw a secondary set of jaws that allow fish to capture and eat their prey at the same time. -- After stalking a cuttlefish a moray eel finally pounces. As the eel snags the mollusk in its teeth its prey struggles to escape. But before it can wiggle away a second set of teeth lunge from the eels throat. This adaptation is called a pharyngeal jaw and is one of the most common adaptations under the sea. Darien Satterfield shares how this incredible skeletal mechanism works. Lesson by Darien"
YouTube Link 2021-06-29T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 439.3K engagements

"Would you pass the wallet test Dig into the experiment known as the lost wallet test and find out the surprising results of this study of honesty. -- Picture this: youre working a shift in a hotel lobby when someone approaches the front desk. They found a lost wallet around the corner but theyre in a rush and dont have time to follow up. Looking at the wallet you see it contains a key grocery list about $13 and three business cards you assume belong to the wallets owner. So what do you do Dig into the infamous lost wallet experiment. Directed by Maryna Buchynska and action creative agency."
YouTube Link 2022-08-30T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.5M engagements

"The Artists Think Like A Coder Ep [--] The adventure continues Episode 5: Ethic and Hedge arrive in the 198forest in search of the second artifact. Can they sneak past the guards to get to the tower -- This is episode [--] of our animated series Think Like A Coder. This 10-episode narrative follows a girl Ethic and her robot companion Hedge as they attempt to save the world. The two embark on a quest to collect three artifacts and must solve their way through a series of programming puzzles. Lesson by Alex Rosenthal directed by Kozmonot Animation Studio. Supported by Endless:"
YouTube Link 2020-01-13T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 470.3K engagements

"How did Dracula become the world's most famous vampire - Stanley Stepanic View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-did-dracula-become-the-world-s-most-famous-vampire-stanley-stepanic Over a hundred years after his creator was laid to rest Dracula lives on as the most famous vampire in history. But this Transylvanian noble neither the first fictional vampire nor the most popular of his time may have remained buried in obscurity if not for a twist of fate. Stanley Stepanic explains how a critical copyright battle catapulted Bram Stokers character into literary renown. Lesson by Stanley"
YouTube Link 2017-04-20T15:17Z 22.4M followers, 4.1M engagements

"Can you solve the bridge riddle - Alex Gendler View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/can-you-solve-the-bridge-riddle-alex-gendler Want more Try the buried treasure riddle: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=tCeklW2e6_E Taking that internship in a remote mountain lab might not have been the best idea. Pulling that lever with the skull symbol just to see what it did probably wasnt so smart either. But now is not the time for regrets because you need to get away from these mutant zombies.fast. Can you use math to get you and your friends over the bridge before the zombies arrive Alex Gendler"
YouTube Link 2015-09-01T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 24.1M engagements

"The fascinating history of cemeteries - Keith Eggener Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-fascinating-history-of-cemeteries-keith-eggener Spindly trees rusted gates crumbling stone a solitary mourner: these things come to mind when we think of cemeteries. But not long ago many burial grounds were lively places with gardens and crowds of people -- and for much of human history we didnt bury our dead at all. How did cemeteries become what they are today Keith Eggener delves into our ever-evolving rituals for honoring the"
YouTube Link 2018-10-30T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 6.4M engagements

"The myth of Loki and the deadly mistletoe - Iseult Gillespie Discover the Norse myth of Baldur the most beloved being in Asgard and how the trickster god Loki plotted his death. -- Baldur was the gentlest and most beloved being in all of Asgard. But lately he had been plagued by gruesome visions foretelling his own imminent death. Determined to protect her son from these grim prophecies Queen Frigg travelled across the nine realms begging all living things not to harm Baldur all living things except one. Iseult Gillespie shares the myth of the death of Baldur. Lesson by Iseult Gillespie"
YouTube Link 2020-12-01T16:01Z 22.4M followers, 3.1M engagements

"Everything you need to know to read Homer's "Odyssey" - Jill Dash Dig into Homers Odyssey an epic poem which follows Odysseus on his perilous 10-year journey home after the Trojan War. -- An encounter with a man-eating giant. A sorceress who turns men into pigs. A long-lost king taking back his throne. On their own any of these make great stories. But each is just one episode in the "Odyssey" a 12000-line poem spanning years of ancient Greek history and legend. So how do we make sense of this massive text Jill Dash shares everything you need to know to read Homer's "Odyssey. Lesson by Jill"
YouTube Link 2017-01-30T16:04Z 22.4M followers, 2.7M engagements

"Why should you read Edgar Allan Poe - Scott Peeples Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/why-should-you-read-edgar-allan-poe-scott-peeples The prisoner strapped under a descending pendulum blade. A raven who refuses to leave the narrators chamber. A beating heart buried under the floorboards. Poes macabre and innovative stories of gothic horror have left a timeless mark on literature. But just what is it that makes Edgar Allan Poe one of the greatest American authors Scott Peeples investigates. Lesson by Scott Peeples directed"
YouTube Link 2018-09-18T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 2.6M engagements

"A brief history of plastic Join #TeamSeas Together we're going to raise $30M to remove 30M pounds of plastic and trash from our ocean rivers and beaches. Learn more and get involved here: https://bit.ly/3mrdV3J Trace the history of the invention of plastic and how the material ushered in what became known as the plastics century. -- For centuries billiard balls were made of ivory from elephant tusks. But when excessive hunting caused elephant populations to decline they began to look for alternatives. John Wesley Hyatt took up the challenge. In five years he invented a new material called"
YouTube Link 2020-09-10T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.4M engagements

"How Do Pain Relievers Work - George Zaidan View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-do-pain-relievers-work Some people take aspirin or ibuprofen to treat everyday aches and pains but how exactly do the different classes of pain relievers work Learn about the basic physiology of how humans experience pain and the mechanics of the medicines we've invented to block or circumvent that discomfort. Lesson by George Zaidan animated by Augenblick Studios. George Zaidan TED-Ed TED Education painkillers science pain health Augenblick Studios nervous system nerves medicine biology biochemistry"
YouTube Link 2012-06-26T15:09Z 22.4M followers, 4.2M engagements

"Can other animals understand death - Barbara J. King Do nonhuman animals experience grief Explore mourning in the animal kingdom to find out the answer to this tricky question. -- In [----] an orca called Tahlequah gave birth. But her daughter died within an hour. Tahlequah however didnt leave her body. Over the next [--] days and [----] kilometers she kept it afloat atop her own. By altering her feeding and travel patterns Tahlequahs behavior was certainly unusual. But was she mourning or just confused Barbara J. King explores whether nonhuman animals experience grief. Lesson by Barbara J. King"
YouTube Link 2023-07-11T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.4M engagements

"Can you solve the jail break riddle - Dan Finkel Youre a bank robber trying to escape from jail. Can you solve the riddle to get past the fence to freedom -- Your timing made you and your partner infamous bank robbers. Now you need to use that timing to break out of jail. Your partner is about to flash you a signal and exactly [--] seconds later the electric fence circuit will short out. Then you notice that your watch is broken and all you have are two 1-minute fuses in your pocket. Can you time your escape and get free Dan Finkel shows how. Lesson by Dan Finkel directed by Artrake Studio."
YouTube Link 2019-02-26T15:59Z 22.4M followers, 4.7M engagements

"The tale of the Monkey King and the Buddha - Ji Hao Follow Sun Wukong the Monkey King as he attempts to outwit the Buddha and escape from his clever traps and imprisonment. -- After wreaking havoc across the heavens and being captured in a white-hot prison cell the Monkey King freed himself once more and was itching for a fight. Desperate the Jade Emperor called on the supreme power in all the heavens: the Buddha himself. But even in the face of this almighty opponent Sun Wukong was not cowed. Ji Hao follows the Monkey King's quest to outwit the Buddha. Lesson by Ji Hao directed by Mohammad"
YouTube Link 2025-04-10T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.2M engagements

"The art of the metaphor - Jane Hirshfield View full lesson on ed.ted.com http://ed.ted.com/lessons/jane-hirshfield-the-art-of-the-metaphor How do metaphors help us better understand the world And what makes a good metaphor Explore these questions with writers like Langston Hughes and Carl Sandburg who have mastered the art of bringing a scene or emotion to life. Lesson by Jane Hirshfield animation by Ben Pearce Jane Hirshfield TEDEducation TED Education TED-Ed TED Ed metaphor simile writing literature poetry Word Poem Educational Jane Hirshfield TEDEducation TED Education TED-Ed TED Ed"
YouTube Link 2012-09-24T15:07Z 22.4M followers, 1.7M engagements

"How blood pressure works - Wilfred Manzano Travel into the circulatory system to see how blood pressure helps deliver oxygen and nutrients to your bodys tissues. -- If you lined up all the blood vessels in your body theyd be [--] thousand miles long. And every day they carry the equivalent of over two thousand gallons of blood to the bodys tissues. What effect does this pressure have on the walls of the blood vessels Wilfred Manzano gives the facts on blood pressure. Lesson by Wilfred Manzano animation by Fox Animation Domination High-Def. Support Our Non-Profit Mission"
YouTube Link 2015-07-23T15:05Z 22.4M followers, 18M engagements

"What causes yeast infections and how do you get rid of them - Liesbeth Demuyser Explore the common causes and treatments of yeast infections which affect [--] out of every [--] people with a vagina. -- The vagina harbors hundreds of different kinds of microorganisms. Candida yeasts are usually present in small quantities and most of the time these fungi are harmless. But under certain conditions Candida yeasts can cause infections. One species in particular is the usual culprit of vaginal yeast infections. So how exactly does a yeast infection happen Liesbeth Demuyser investigates. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2022-07-14T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.6M engagements

"The rise and fall of the Lakota Empire - Pekka Hmlinen Trace the rise and fall of the Lakota Empire which at their height were the most dominant power in the American West. -- In [----] a powerful empire was born in North America. The Lakotas had reached the Black Hills the most sacred place and most coveted buffalo hunting grounds in the western plains. Located in what is now South Dakota control of the Black Hills or Paha Sapa marked the tribe as the dominant power in the American West. Pekka Hmlinen explores the rise and fall of the Lakota Empire. Lesson by Pekka Hmlinen directed by Mohammad"
YouTube Link 2021-09-07T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 674.9K engagements

"Could we actually live on Mars - Mari Foroutan View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/could-we-actually-live-on-mars-mari-foroutan#watch There's a lot of talk these days about when and how we might all move to Mars. But what would it actually be like to live there Mari Foroutan details the features of Mars that are remarkably similar to those of Earth and those that can only be found on the red planet. Lesson by Mari Foroutan animation by Nick Hilditch. Mars Water Oxygen Geography Space Outer space Space exploration Colonization of space Life on Mars Mars Water Oxygen Geography Space"
YouTube Link 2015-08-24T15:35Z 22.4M followers, 2.1M engagements

"How could so many people support Hitler - Joseph Lacey Explore the philosophy of Hannah Arendt and get to know her strategies to combat the threat of totalitarianism and oppression. -- Philosopher Hannah Arendt was a German Jew who dedicated herself to understanding how the Nazi regime came to power and more specifically how it inspired so many atrocities. She believed the true conditions behind the unprecedented rise of totalitarianism werent specific to Germany and developed theories on how to best combat such threats. Joseph Lacey explores the work of Hannah Arendt. Lesson by Joseph Lacey"
YouTube Link 2024-05-09T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.7M engagements

"The beginning of the universe for beginners - Tom Whyntie View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-beginning-of-the-universe-for-beginners-tom-whyntie How did the universe begin -- and how is it expanding CERN physicist Tom Whyntie shows how cosmologists and particle physicists explore these questions by replicating the heat energy and activity of the first few seconds of our universe from right after the Big Bang. Lesson by Tom Whyntie animation by Hornet Inc. big bang evidence what is the big bang origins of universe formation universe expansion birth death seconds after CERN CERN"
YouTube Link 2013-04-09T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.3M engagements

"What is MSG and is it actually bad for you - Sarah E. Tracy Dig into the seasoning known as MSG and find out how this flavoring was developed and if its actually bad for your health. -- In [----] Dr. Robert Ho Man Kwok felt ill after dinner at a Chinese restaurant and wrote a letter to a medical journal connecting his symptoms to MSG. His letter would change the worlds relationship with MSG inspiring international panic biased science and sensationalist journalism for the next [--] years. So what is this seasoning and is it actually bad for you Sarah E. Tracy investigates. Lesson by Sarah E."
YouTube Link 2021-09-02T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 4.5M engagements

"What actually causes high cholesterol - Hei Man Chan Travel into the digestive system to learn about cholesterol and find out what the difference is between LDL and HDL cholesterol. -- In [----] the American Heart Association made an announcement that would influence peoples diets for decades: they recommended that people avoid eating more than three eggs a week. Their reasoning was that the cholesterol packed into egg yolks could increase cardiovascular disease risk. So what exactly is cholesterol And is it actually bad for you Hei Man Chan digs into this complex molecule. Lesson by Hei Man"
YouTube Link 2025-01-21T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.6M engagements

"Who is Alexander von Humboldt - George Mehler View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/who-is-alexander-von-humboldt-george-mehler Have you heard of Alexander von Humboldt Not likely. The geologist turned South American explorer was a bit of an 18th century super scientist traveling over [-----] miles to understand the relationship between nature and habitat. George Mehler details Humboldt's major accomplishments and why we should care about them today. Lesson by George Mehler animation by Flaming Medusa Studios Inc. George Mehler Flaming Medusa Studios Inc. TED-Ed TEDEducation TED Ed"
YouTube Link 2013-04-02T15:09Z 22.4M followers, 319.4K engagements

"Why you procrastinate even when it feels bad Explore what happens in the brain to trigger procrastination and what strategies you can use to break the cycle of this harmful practice. -- The report youve been putting off is due tomorrow. Its time to buckle down open your computer . and check your phone. Maybe watch your favorite YouTube channel Or maybe you should just start in the morning This is the cycle of procrastination. So why do we procrastinate when we know its bad for us Explore how your body triggers a procrastination response and how you can break the cycle. Directed by Vitalii"
YouTube Link 2022-10-27T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 10.8M engagements

"Why do we like hesitate when we um speak - Lorenzo Garca-Amaya Why do we fill pauses in speech with words like um uh and like Dig into the hesitation phenomenon to find out their linguistic significance. -- For as long as weve had language some people have tried to control it. And some of the most frequent targets of this communication regulation are the ums ers and likes that pepper our conversations. These linguistic fillers occur roughly [--] to [--] times per minute in natural speech. So are ums and uhs just a habit we cant break Or is there more to them Lorenzo Garca-Amaya investigates. Lesson"
YouTube Link 2021-02-18T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 2.9M engagements

"How does an atom-smashing particle accelerator work - Don Lincoln View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-does-an-atom-smashing-particle-accelerator-work-don-lincoln An atom smasher or particle accelerator collides atomic nuclei together at extremely cold temperatures very low air pressure and hyperbolically fast speeds. Don Lincoln explains how scientists harness the power of both electric and magnetic fields to smash atoms eventually leading to major discoveries about the matter in our universe. Lesson by Don Lincoln animation by Sputnik Animation. Don Lincoln Sputnik animation"
YouTube Link 2013-04-18T15:07Z 22.4M followers, 765K engagements

"Why cant governments print an unlimited amount of money - Jonathan Smith Explore the economic strategy of quantitative easing where a central bank purchases bonds in order to boost the economy. -- In March [----] the COVID-19 pandemic rocked economies worldwide. Millions of people lost their jobs and many businesses struggled to survive or shut down. Governments responded with some of the largest economic relief packages in history the US alone spent $2.2 trillion on a first round of relief. So where did all this money come from Jonathan Smith explores the strategy of quantitative easing."
YouTube Link 2021-07-15T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1M engagements

"Not all scientific studies are created equal - David H. Schwartz View full lesson: Not all scientific studies are created equal - David H. Schwartz Every day we are bombarded by attention grabbing headlines that promise miracle cures to all of our ailments -- often backed up by a "scientific study." But what are these studies and how do we know if they are reliable David H. Schwartz dissects two types of studies that scientists use illuminating why you should always approach the claims with a critical eye. Lesson by David H. Schwartz animation by Augenblick Studios. TED TED-Ed TED Ed"
YouTube Link 2014-04-28T15:19Z 22.4M followers, 633.9K engagements

"The difference between classical and operant conditioning - Peggy Andover View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-difference-between-classical-and-operant-conditioning-peggy-andover Why is it that humans react to stimuli with certain behaviors Can behaviors change in response to consequences Peggy Andover explains how the brain can associate unrelated stimuli and responses proved by Ivan Pavlov's famous [----] experiments and how reinforcement and punishment can result in changed behavior. Lesson by Peggy Andover animation by Alan Foreman. Ivan Pavlov Pavlov Pavlov dog Alan Foreman"
YouTube Link 2013-03-07T16:06Z 22.4M followers, 3.7M engagements

"Which is stronger: Glue or tape - Elizabeth Cox Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/which-is-stronger-glue-or-tape-elizabeth-cox The oldest glue in the world is over [----] years old and comes from a cave near the Dead Sea. Today we have enough types of tape and glue to build and repair almost anything. But what gives glue and tape their stickiness And is one stronger than the other Elizabeth Cox explores the world of adhesives. Lesson by Elizabeth Cox animation by Sinbad Richardson. Thank you so much to our patrons for your"
YouTube Link 2018-04-30T15:12Z 22.4M followers, 15M engagements

"Why was bloodletting so popular - Stephanie Honchell Smith Trace the history of bloodletting a medical practice dating back to ancient Greece and its continued use into the 19th century. -- Bloodletting was a pervasive medical practice that dates as far back as ancient Greece and continued well into the 19th century. Physicians like Hippocrates believed bad health could be attributed to a fluid imbalance and recommended bloodletting to help reset the body's balance. So why did bloodletting stick around so long Stephanie Honchell Smith digs into its popularity and shortcomings. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2025-06-17T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 277.1K engagements

"How does your brain respond to pain - Karen D. Davis View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-does-your-brain-respond-to-pain-karen-d-davis Ouch Everyone experiences pain -- but why do some people react to the same painful stimulus in different ways And what exactly is pain anyway Karen D. Davis walks you through your brain on pain illuminating why the "pain experience" differs from person to person. Lesson by Karen D. Davis animation by Brett Underhill. Brett Underhill Karen Davis brain pain body painful brain and pain pain experience why do we feel pain feel pain TED TED-Ed TED Ed"
YouTube Link 2014-06-02T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 2.9M engagements

"How to get motivated even when you dont feel like it Explore the psychology of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and dig into how these forces contribute to our drive. -- Motivation is complicated. Psychologists define motivation as the desire or impetus to initiate and maintain a particular behavior. But sometimes no matter how passionate you are about a goal or hobby finding the motivation to actually do it can be difficult. Why is motivation so fickle Explore intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and dig into how these forces contribute to our drive. Directed by Magali Garca. This video made"
YouTube Link 2024-01-02T16:01Z 22.4M followers, 2.4M engagements

"Why a sausage can do what your gloves cannot - Charles Wallace and Sajan Saini Dig into the science of touchscreens and find out the difference between the two most common types: capacitive and resistive. -- In [----] South Korea experienced a particularly cold winter. People couldnt activate their smartphones while wearing gloves so they began wielding snack sausages causing one company to see a 40% rise in sausage sales. So what could sausages do that gloves couldnt In other words how do touchscreens actually work Charles Wallace and Sajan Saini dig into the science of touchscreens. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2022-07-28T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.8M engagements

"What causes panic attacks and how can you prevent them - Cindy J. Aaronson Dig into the science of what triggers panic attacks how to recognize them and the available treatments for panic disorder. -- Countless poets and writers have tried to put words to the experience of a panic attack a sensation so overwhelming many people mistake it for a heart attack stroke or other life-threatening crisis. Studies suggest that almost a third of us will experience at least one panic attack in our lives. So what exactly is a panic attack and can we prevent them Cindy J. Aaronson investigates. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2020-10-08T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 5.5M engagements

"What is the world wide web - Twila Camp View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-is-the-world-wide-web-twila-camp The world wide web is used every day by millions of people for everything from checking the weather to sharing cat videos. But what is it exactly Twila Camp describes this interconnected information system as a virtual city that everyone owns and explains how it's organized in a way that mimics our brain's natural way of thinking. Lesson by Twila Camp animation by Flaming Medusa Studios Inc. Twila Camp Flaming Medusa Studios Inc. world wide web WWW internet the web"
YouTube Link 2014-05-12T15:06Z 22.4M followers, 1.5M engagements

"Will we ever be able to teleport - Sajan Saini View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/will-we-ever-be-able-to-teleport-sajan-saini Is teleportation possible Could a baseball transform into something like a radio wave travel through buildings bounce around corners and change back into a baseball Oddly enough thanks to quantum mechanics the answer might actually be yes. sort of Sajan Saini explains. Lesson by Sajan Saini directed by Karrot Animation. TEd TED-Ed TED Education TED Ed Sajan Saini Karrot Animation quantum quantum teleportation teleportation quantum entanglement qubit electron"
YouTube Link 2017-07-31T15:02Z 22.4M followers, 3.3M engagements

"The power of vulnerability - Bren Brown Bren Brown studies human connection -- our ability to empathize belong love. In a poignant funny talk she shares a deep insight from her research one that sent her on a personal quest to know herself as well as to understand humanity. A talk to share. (Filmed at TEDxHouston.) Talk by Bren Brown. Brene Brown TED TEDx TEDxHouston humanity vulnerability emphathy belonging love human connection TED-Ed TED Ed TEDEducation Brene Brown TED TEDx TEDxHouston humanity vulnerability emphathy belonging love human connection TED-Ed TED Ed TEDEducation"
YouTube Link 2013-07-10T20:36Z 22.4M followers, 220.9K engagements

"What makes a poem a poem - Melissa Kovacs View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-makes-a-poem-a-poem-melissa-kovacs What exactly makes a poem a poem Poets themselves have struggled with this question often using metaphors to approximate a definition. Is a poem a little machine A firework An echo A dream Melissa Kovacs shares three recognizable characteristics of most poetry. Lesson by Melissa Kovacs animation by Ace & Son Moving Picture Co. LLC. #poetry TED TED-Ed TED Ed TED Education Ace & Son Moving Picture Co. Melissa Kovacs poetry lyric art song haiku E. E. Cummings Muhammad Ali"
YouTube Link 2017-03-20T15:06Z 22.4M followers, 4.4M engagements

"The Egyptian myth of Isis and the seven scorpions - Alex Gendler Dive into the Egyptian myth of Isis a powerful goddess protecting her son from her murderous brother with the help of seven scorpions. -- A woman in rags emerged from a swamp flanked by seven giant scorpions and approached a magnificent mansion to beg for food. But the mistress of the house took one look at her grimy clothes and unusual companions and slammed the door in her face. Little did the mistress know the woman was no ordinary beggar but the most powerful goddess in Egypt. Alex Gendler details the myth of Isis. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2020-03-02T15:59Z 22.4M followers, 2.7M engagements

"Rethinking thinking - Trevor Maber View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/rethinking-thinking-trevor-maber Every day we meet people and process our interactions--making inferences and developing beliefs about the world around us. In this lesson Trevor Maber introduces us to the idea of a ladder of inference and a process for rethinking the way we interact. Lesson by Trevor Maber animation by TED-Ed. Trevor Maber TEDEducation TED-Ed TED Ed Ladder of Inference Ladder Inference Inference Chris Argyris Trevor Maber TEDEducation TED-Ed TED Ed Ladder of Inference Ladder Inference Inference"
YouTube Link 2012-10-15T14:59Z 22.4M followers, 1.1M engagements

"Using radioactive drugs to see inside your body - Pedro Brugarolas Investigate the science behind how doctors use radioactive drugs and PET scans to detect and diagnose diseases like Alzheimers and cancer. -- Is there a way to detect diseases like cancer and Alzheimers before they advance too far Doctors are using injected radioactive drugs that circulate through the body and act as a beacon for PET scanners. These diagnostic tools can detect the spread of diseases before they can be spotted with other types of imaging. So how exactly does this work and is it safe Pedro Brugarolas"
YouTube Link 2019-03-19T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 389.7K engagements

"The last banana: A thought experiment in probability - Leonardo Barichello View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-last-banana-a-thought-experiment-in-probability-leonardo-barichello Imagine a game of dice: if the biggest number rolled is one two three or four player [--] wins. If the biggest number rolled is five or six player [--] wins. Who has the best probability of winning the game Leonardo Barichello explains how probability holds the answer to this seemingly counterintuitive puzzle. Lesson by Leonardo Barichello animation by Ace & Son Moving Picture Co LLC. TED TEDx TED Ed"
YouTube Link 2015-02-23T16:08Z 22.4M followers, 1.7M engagements

"History through the eyes of a chicken - Chris A. Kniesly Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/history-through-the-eyes-of-a-chicken-chris-a-kniesly The Ancient Egyptian king Thutmose III described the chicken as a marvelous foreign bird that gives birth daily. Romans brought them on their military campaigns to foretell the success of future battles. Today this bird occupies a much less honorable position on dinner plates. Chris Kniesly explains the evolving role of chickens throughout history. Lesson by Chris A. Kniesly"
YouTube Link 2018-10-11T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 4.9M engagements

"Can you solve the three gods riddle - Alex Gendler View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/can-you-solve-the-three-gods-riddle-alex-gendler You and your team have crash-landed on an ancient planet. Can you appease the three alien overlords who rule it and get your team safely home Created by logician Raymond Smullyan and popularized by his colleague George Boolos this riddle has been called the hardest logic puzzle ever. Alex Gendler shows how to solve it. Lesson by Alex Gendler animation by Artrake Studio. TED TED-Ed TED Ed TED Education Alex Gendler Artrake Studio riddle problem solving"
YouTube Link 2017-02-21T16:05Z 22.4M followers, 13.8M engagements

"The bug that poops candy - George Zaidan Download a free audiobook version of "Ingredients" and support TED-Ed's nonprofit mission: https://www.audible.com/ted-ed -- Aphids can reproduce incredibly fast: they can make [--] new generations within a single season. And that means lots of poop. Some aphid populations can produce hundreds of kilograms of poop per acre making them some of the most prolific poopers on the planet. We know this poop as the sweet syrupy liquid called honeydew. George Zaidan explores the wonderfully weird life of an aphid. Lesson by George Zaidan directed by Hype CG."
YouTube Link 2020-04-14T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 4.4M engagements

"The history of tattoos - Addison Anderson View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-history-of-tattoos-addison-anderson If you have a tattoo youre part of a rich cultural history that dates back at least [----] years. Where did this practice of body modification come from and how has its function changed over time Addison Anderson tracks the history of getting inked. Lesson by Addison Anderson animation by The Think Blot. Addison Anderson Think Blot tattoo history of tattoo maori body modification TED TED-Ed TED Ed TEDEducation Addison Anderson Think Blot tattoo history of tattoo maori"
YouTube Link 2014-09-18T15:07Z 22.4M followers, 2.4M engagements

"Game theory challenge: Can you predict human behavior - Lucas Husted Solve this classic game theory challenge: given integers from [--] to [---] what would the whole number closest to of the average of all numbers guessed be -- Given a range of integers from [--] to [---] what would the whole number closest to 2/3 of the average of all numbers guessed be For example if the average of all guesses is [--] the correct guess will be [--]. The game is played under conditions known to game theorists as common knowledge: every player has the same information they also know that everyone else does too. Lucas"
YouTube Link 2019-11-05T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.7M engagements

"What makes tuberculosis (TB) the world's most infectious killer - Melvin Sanicas Learn why tuberculosis TB is the worlds most infectious disease and how medical advancements are improving treatment. -- In [----] two 9000-year old skeletons were found with their bones infected by an all too familiar bacterium. The ancient Greeks knew its effects as phthisis; the Incans called it chaky oncay; and today we call it tuberculosis or TB. TB is still one of the worlds most infectious killers causing more deaths than malaria or even HIV. How has it persisted for so long Melvin Sanicas investigates."
YouTube Link 2019-06-27T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 2.8M engagements

"What is McCarthyism And how did it happen - Ellen Schrecker View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-is-mccarthyism-and-how-did-it-happen-ellen-schrecker In the 1950s as part of a campaign to expose suspected Communists thousands of individuals were aggressively investigated and questioned before government panels. Named after its most notorious practitioner the phenomenon known as McCarthyism destroyed lives and careers. But how did this episode of political repression take off Ellen Schrecker traces the history of McCarthyism. Lesson by Ellen Schrecker animation by Patrick Smith."
YouTube Link 2017-03-14T15:02Z 22.4M followers, 4.4M engagements

"Why should you read Lord of the Flies by William Golding - Jill Dash Explore William Goldings timeless satire Lord of the Flies which follows a group of shipwrecked boys as they descend into anarchy. -- After witnessing the atrocities of his fellow man in World War II William Golding was losing his faith in humanity. Later during the Cold War as superpowers began threatening one another with nuclear annihilation he was forced to interrogate the very roots of human nature and violence. These musings would inspire his first novel: Lord of the Flies. Jill Dash dives into the timeless satire."
YouTube Link 2019-12-12T16:02Z 22.4M followers, 3.8M engagements

"Light waves visible and invisible Each kind of light has a unique wavelength but human eyes can only perceive a tiny slice of the full spectrum -- the very narrow range from red to violet. Microwaves radio waves x-rays and more are hiding invisible just beyond our perception. Here is a closer look at the waves we can't see. Animated by Pew36 Animation Studios"
YouTube Link 2013-09-19T15:20Z 22.4M followers, 1.2M engagements

"Ethical dilemma: Would you lie - Sarah Stroud Puzzle through the ethical dilemma of lying to a friend and decide: is lying always wrong or can it be justifiable -- Your plan to set up your friend Carey with your acquaintance Emerson is finally coming together. Youve made them a dinner reservation but suddenly realize that there's a problem: Carey is always late. You really want this relationship to work what if you told Carey dinner was at [--] instead of 6:30 so they arrived on time Is it okay to lie Sarah Stroud explores this classic ethical dilemma. Lesson by Sarah Stroud directed by Avi"
YouTube Link 2022-06-02T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.4M engagements

"What is a gig economy Explore the benefits and drawbacks of the gig economy and find out the key factors of becoming a successful freelancer. -- A [----] survey of freelancers in six countries found that those who freelance by choice 70% of respondents were happier than people in traditional jobs specifically when it came to things like independence and flexibility in terms of where and when they work. So what does it take to be a successful freelancer Explore the benefits and drawbacks of the gig economy. Directed by Christoph Sarow AIM Creative Studios. This video made possible in"
YouTube Link 2022-09-01T14:58Z 22.4M followers, 451.2K engagements

"How does cancer spread through the body - Ivan Seah Yu Jun View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-does-cancer-spread-through-the-body-ivan-seah-yu-jun Cancer usually begins with one tumor in a specific area of the body. But if the tumor is not removed cancer has the ability to spread to nearby organs as well as places far away from the origin like the brain. How does cancer move to these new areas and why are some organs more likely to get infected than others Ivan Seah Yu Jun explains the three common routes of metastasis. Lesson by Ivan Seah Yu Jun animation by Andrew Foerster."
YouTube Link 2014-11-20T16:05Z 22.4M followers, 2.1M engagements

"How your digestive system works - Emma Bryce Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-your-digestive-system-works-emma-bryce Across the planet humans eat on average between [--] and [---] kilograms of food a day and every last scrap makes its way through the digestive system. Comprised of ten organs covering nine meters this is one of the most complicated systems in the body. Emma Bryce explains how the different parts of the digestive system work to transform your food into the nutrients and energy that keep you alive. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2017-12-14T16:01Z 22.4M followers, 13.3M engagements

"Can we eat to starve cancer - William Li View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/can-we-eat-to-starve-cancer-william-li William Li presents a new way to think about treating cancer and other diseases: anti-angiogenesis preventing the growth of blood vessels that feed a tumor. The crucial first (and best) step: Eating cancer-fighting foods that cut off the supply lines and beat cancer at its own game. Talk by WIlliam Li. William Li TED TED Talk TED-Ed TEDEducation TED Ed cancer tumor growth cancer spread eating nutrition health William Li TED TED Talk TED-Ed TEDEducation TED Ed cancer"
YouTube Link 2014-04-08T21:03Z 22.4M followers, 3.7M engagements

"Light seconds light years light centuries: How to measure extreme distances - Yuan-Sen Ting View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-do-we-measure-distances-in-space-yuan-sen-ting When we look at the sky we have a flat two-dimensional view. So how do astronomers figure the distances of stars and galaxies from Earth Yuan-Sen Ting shows us how trigonometric parallaxes standard candles and more help us determine the distance of objects several billion light years away from Earth. Lesson by Yuan-Sen Ting animation by TED-Ed. Yuan-Sen Ting astronomy Jeremiah Dickey space how to measure"
YouTube Link 2014-10-09T15:08Z 22.4M followers, 3.7M engagements

"The science of skin - Emma Bryce Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-science-of-skin-emma-bryce Between you and the rest of the world lies an interface that makes up 16% of your physical weight. This is your skin the largest organ in your body: laid out flat it would cover close to [---] square metres of ground. But besides keeping your organs in what is its purpose Emma Bryce takes us into the integumentary system to find out. Lesson by Emma Bryce animation by Augenblick Studios. Thank you so much to our patrons for your"
YouTube Link 2018-03-12T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 2.2M engagements

"What is dust made of - Michael Marder Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-is-dust-made-of-michael-marder Less than a tenth the size of an ant a dust mites whole world is contained in the dusty film under a bed or in a forgotten corner. This realm is right under our noses but from our perspective the tiny specks of brilliant color blend together into a nondescript grey. What are these colorful microscopic particles Michael Marder explores the science of dust. Lesson by Michael Marder animation by Mette Ilene Holmriis."
YouTube Link 2018-05-24T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.1M engagements

"A day in the life of a Roman soldier - Robert Garland Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-roman-soldier-robert-garland The year is [--] CE and the Roman Empire is prospering. Most of the credit will go to the emperor but this success wouldnt have been possible without loyal soldiers like Servius Felix. Robert Garland illuminates what life was like for a solider in the Roman army. Lesson by Robert Garland animation by Brett Underhill. Thank you so much to our patrons for your support Without you this video"
YouTube Link 2018-03-29T14:59Z 22.4M followers, 11.9M engagements

"How does your immune system work - Emma Bryce Explore how your immune systems vast network of cells tissues and organs coordinate your bodys defenses against bacteria viruses and toxins. -- The immune system is a vast network of cells tissues and organs that coordinate your bodys defenses against any threats to your health. Without it youd be exposed to billions of bacteria viruses and toxins that could make something as minor as a paper cut or a seasonal cold fatal. So how does it work Emma Bryce takes you inside the body to find out. Lesson by Emma Bryce animation by Cabong Studios. Sign up"
YouTube Link 2018-01-08T15:58Z 22.4M followers, 5.1M engagements

"The asteroid that almost wiped out life on Earth - Sean P. S. Gulick Dig into what happened after the Chicxulub asteroid hit the Earth and how it caused a mass extinction including dinosaurs. -- Sixty-six million years ago near whats now the Yucatn Peninsula a juvenile sauropod feasted on horsetail plants on a riverbank. Earth was a tropical planet. Behemoth and tiny dinosaurs alike soared its skies and roamed its lands while reptiles and tentacled ammonites swept its seas. But in an instant everything would change. Sean P. S. Gulick details one of Earth's most devastating periods. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2023-11-14T16:02Z 22.4M followers, 255.4K engagements

"Why should you read "Hamlet" - Iseult Gillespie Explore William Shakespeares classic tragedy Hamlet a play about conspiracy deception and the tragic consequences of indecision. -- Whos there Whispered in the dark this question begins a tale of conspiracy deception and moral ambiguity. And in a play where everyone has something to hide its answer is far from simple. Written by William Shakespeare Hamlet depicts its titular character haunted by the past but immobilized by the future. Iseult Gillespie digs into the humanity and tragedy of Hamlet. Lesson by Iseult Gillespie directed by Lucy"
YouTube Link 2019-06-25T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 2.1M engagements

"How playing an instrument benefits your brain - Anita Collins Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-playing-an-instrument-benefits-your-brain-anita-collins When you listen to music multiple areas of your brain become engaged and active. But when you actually play an instrument that activity becomes more like a full-body brain workout. What's going on Anita Collins explains the fireworks that go off in musicians' brains when they play and examines some of the long-term positive effects of this mental workout. Lesson by Anita"
YouTube Link 2014-07-22T15:04Z 22.4M followers, 14.7M engagements

"The philosophy of Stoicism - Massimo Pigliucci View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-philosophy-of-stoicism-massimo-pigliucci What is the best life we can live How can we cope with whatever the universe throws at us and keep thriving nonetheless The ancient Greco-Roman philosophy of Stoicism explains that while we may not always have control over the events affecting us we can have control over how we approach things. Massimo Pigliucci describes the philosophy of Stoicism. Lesson by Massimo Pigliucci animation by Compote Collective. TED TED-Ed TED Education TED Ed Massimo Pigliucci"
YouTube Link 2017-06-19T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 11.5M engagements

"What is bipolar disorder - Helen M. Farrell Explore the medical condition known as bipolar disorder and learn about its symptoms causes and treatments. -- The word bipolar means two extremes. For the many millions experiencing bipolar disorder around the world life is split between two different realities: elation and depression. So what causes this disorder And can it be treated Helen M. Farrell describes the root causes and treatments for bipolar disorder. Lesson by Helen M Farrell animation by Uncle Ginger. Sign up for our newsletter: http://bit.ly/TEDEdNewsletter Support us on Patreon:"
YouTube Link 2017-02-09T15:59Z 22.4M followers, 14.5M engagements

"The fundamentals of space-time: Part [--] - Andrew Pontzen and Tom Whyntie View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-fundamentals-of-space-time-part-1-andrew-pontzen-and-tom-whyntie Space is where things happen. Time is when things happen. And sometimes in order to really look at the universe you need to take those two concepts and mash them together. In this first lesson of a three-part series on space-time hilarious hosts Andrew Pontzen and Tom Whyntie go through the basics of space and time individually and use a flip book to illustrate how we can begin to look at them together. Lesson"
YouTube Link 2014-03-24T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.6M engagements

"Why did it take so long to find giant squids - Anna Rothschild Dive into the deep sea to find giant squids and explore what scientists have learned about these mysterious creatures. -- In [----] fishermen glimpsed what they thought was a shipwreck. But when they probed the mass it moved and huge serpentine appendages soon besieged their boat. One fisherman took an axe to the animal and it disappeared in a cloud of ink leaving behind definitive evidence that giant squids were more than mythical monsters. So what do we know about these creatures Anna Rothschild investigates. Lesson by Anna"
YouTube Link 2024-09-26T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.2M engagements

"How big is a mole (Not the animal the other one.) - Daniel Dulek View full lesson here: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/daniel-dulek-how-big-is-a-mole-not-the-animal-the-other-one The word "mole" suggests a small furry burrowing animal to many. But in this lesson we look at the concept of the mole in chemistry. Learn the incredible magnitude of the mole--and how something so big can help us calculate the tiniest particles in the world. Lesson by Daniel Dulek animation by Augenblick Studios. TED-Ed TEDEducation TED Education Avogadro's Numer mole chemistry mol TED-Ed TEDEducation TED Education"
YouTube Link 2012-09-11T21:59Z 22.4M followers, 2.8M engagements

"How a wound heals itself - Sarthak Sinha View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-a-wound-heals-itself-sarthak-sinha Our skin is the largest organ in our bodies with a surface area of about [--] square feet in adults. When we are cut or wounded our skin begins to repair itself through a complex well-coordinated process. Sarthak Sinha takes us past the epidermis and into the dermis to investigate this regenerative response. Lesson by Sarthak Sinha animation by Karrot Animation. Sarthak Sinha Karrot Animation TED TED-Ed TED Ed TEDEducation health wound scar epidermis skin regenerative"
YouTube Link 2014-11-10T16:18Z 22.4M followers, 6.5M engagements

"Why the @#$% is there so much traffic - Benjamin Seibold Download a free audiobook version of "Astrophysics for People in a Hurry" and support TED-Ed's nonprofit mission: https://www.audible.com/ted-ed Check out our full book recommendation: https://shop.ed.ted.com/collections/ted-ed-book-recommendations/products/astrophysics-for-people-in-a-hurry -- Youre cruising down the highway when all of a sudden endless rows of brake lights appear ahead. Theres no accident no stoplight no change in speed limit or narrowing of the road. So why is there so much traffic It's due to a phenomenon called a"
YouTube Link 2020-05-28T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 629.5K engagements

"The Greek myth of Demeter's revenge - Iseult Gillespie Dig into the Greek myth of Mestra and her father King Erysichthon who angered the gods and was cursed with insatiable hunger. -- Mestra princess of Thessaly was far from home. She had watched her father King Erysichthon plunge into a ruin of his own making. Now to save himself hed sold his own daughter to the highest bidder. But Mestra refused to accept this fate and began to plan her escape. Iseult Gillespie shares the Greek myth of Mestra's bid for freedom. Lesson by Iseult Gillespie directed by Vitalii Nebelskyi and action creative"
YouTube Link 2024-03-26T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1M engagements

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