Retreat from Reconstruction: The Grant Era and Paths to Southern Redemption - Class 21
Explore the complex aftermath of the Civil War, focusing on Reconstruction's decline, Grant's presidency, and the South's political transformation during this pivotal era in American history.
The American Physical Society and Cold War Political Activism
Explore the complex relationship between scientific societies and political activism through the lens of APS during the Cold War era, examining internal conflicts and ethical debates.
10 Science Fiction Styles and Tips for Midjourney AI Art - Volume 34
Discover 10 creative sci-fi inspired Midjourney prompts and techniques to generate mind-blowing AI art, from biomechanical cyborgs to surreal space scenes and movie-inspired styles.
The Devastating History of Yellow Fever in the United States
Explore the historical impact of yellow fever in America, from devastating outbreaks to groundbreaking scientific discoveries that revolutionized disease prevention and treatment methods.
Writing Women Back into History Matters - Rediscovering Medieval Female Power and Influence
Discover how medieval women like the Birka Warrior and Hildegard of Bingen wielded significant power and influence, challenging traditional historical narratives and revealing a more diverse, complex past.
From Pong to PlayStation: The Evolution of Video Games
Embark on a nostalgic journey through gaming history, from Pong's simple pixels to modern ray-traced graphics, exploring technological milestones and transformative moments that shaped interactive entertainment.
The Origins of Money: Bronze Age Central Europe's First Currency System
Discover the fascinating origins of prehistoric European currency, exploring how metal bars and rings served as monetary systems in Bronze Age societies 4,000 years ago, predating the first coins.
Cooking on the German Home Front During World War 2
Discover wartime German cuisine and survival cooking methods from WWII, exploring food rationing, creative substitutions, and authentic recipes that sustained families during challenging times.
Comics to Games - Great Adaptations: From Conception to Release
Discover practical insights and expert strategies for transforming comic book IPs into successful video game adaptations through five focused microtalks from industry professionals.
The Private Provision of Welfare
Explore historical perspectives on private welfare systems and their role in social support, examining alternative approaches to traditional state-provided welfare services.
Origins of Modern Paganism in Victorian and Edwardian Eras
Explore the evolution of Modern Paganism from Victorian times, examining how perceptions shifted from viewing ancient pagan practices as primitive to celebrating their artistic and cultural contributions.
The History of Computer Art - From Early Programming to Digital Expression
Explore the fascinating evolution of computer art, from 1960s counterculture to modern digital galleries, discovering how programming transformed into a powerful medium for creative expression and artistic innovation.
Transdisciplinary Theories and Practices of Alternative Art Education - Between Media and Body
Explore transdisciplinary approaches to art education through Nicolescu's theoretical framework, examining intersections between media, body, and alternative teaching methodologies.
Project Sundial: The Cold War's Ultimate Doomsday Weapon
Uncover the chilling story of Project Sundial, a Cold War doomsday weapon concept that could devastate a 400km radius and potentially trigger global catastrophe, exploring its terrifying implications for humanity.
Curiosity, Awe and Wonder - The Emotions That Open Our Mind
Explore how curiosity, awe, and wonder shape our understanding of the universe, driving scientific progress and cognitive growth through emotional engagement with vast, mysterious phenomena and infinite potential.
How to Talk Truthfully About Black History | Clint Smith | How to Be a Better Human | TED
Clint Smith discusses grappling with national history, legacy, and historical contradictions in American history. He explores cognitive dissonances like Thomas Jefferson's "all men are created equal" while enslaving people, growing up in New Orleans as a major slave trade site, and the importance of teaching joyous moments in Black history beyond slavery and Jim Crow.
The bridge named me | Trinity Kamugisha | TEDxYouth@BrookhouseSchool
Trinity reflects on growing up in many places—Ugandan by passport, yet feeling foreign—and discovering the power of belonging to many nations. Trinity Kamugisha is a yearly 12 student that passionately explores the themes of identity,culture and belonging in an increasingly interconnected world. Thr
L’Afrique qui manque à notre imaginaire | Jacquelline SIMLIWA | TEDxSaclay Women
Pourquoi 18 % de l’humanité manque-t-elle à nos imaginaires ? Jacquelline Simliwa explore comment l’absence de figures africaines dans les récits façonne nos rêves, nos ambitions et notre vision du monde. Des Nana Benz à Wangari Maathai, elle montre que ce qui ma
Labirinti di Storie | Federico Carlo Simonelli | TEDxSalò
EN: Starting from toponymy, this talk explores how collective memory is shaped through the names we give to places and the stories we choose to preserve. Why do some figures become widely remembered while others fade from public consciousness? The talk also reflects on the paradox of memory: if we r
The flavours of mankind | Zac Alessio | TEDxScarborough College Youth
What if humanity could be explained like a plate of risotto? By breaking us down into ingredients, intelligence, communication, emotion, and imagination, this talk reveals the surprising “recipe” behind our dominance and our flaws. It’s a fresh, vivid exploration of what truly makes us human, and wh
Technology, time, and cinema | Peter Hildebrand | TEDxYouth@FranklinSchoolOfInnovation
How did people think about time when moving pictures were invented? How did that thinking affect the development of cinema? And how do our cultural concepts related to time affect the ways we think about movies today? This talk traces the history of cinema, from the end of the 1800s to our modern er