Tag: history
Do We Have to Die?
Do humans have to die? What causes aging, and can we get around it? We'll talk about why we age and what kind of treatments can help us live longer.
The Death Of Chain Restaurants
For many many years, people have enjoyed he idea of taking a roadtrip and being able to stop along the way at their favorite restaurant. The consistency of brands such as Olive Garden, Applebee's, Cracker Barrel, McDonalds's etc., and yet, over time, and...
Every Time Designing Women Was Woke
'Designing Women' was so ahead of its time! The show took on massive issues such as the HIV crisis in the 80s, women's rights, and gun laws. To celebrate 'Designing Women's anniversary, watch some of the show's most woke moments.
Fabergé Masterpieces : The Exquisite Art of Imperial Eggs
For over a century, the name Fabergé has been synonymous with the world’s most extravagant Easter eggs. Today, the Imperial Eggs continue to hold an unmatched position in the history of decorative arts. But Fabergé's work extends far beyond these famous e...
The Stories Behind The Most Bizarre Medieval and Renaissance Artworks
Medieval and renaissance art is charming, but it can also be quite strange, to put it mildly. From outlandish hybrid creatures that seem to be straight out of a nightmare, to hilariously obscene sketches, apparently made by bored monks, filling the margin...
How Did Tomatoes Become An Italian Staple?
When you think of Italian food, you probably think about pizza, bruschetta, or spaghetti. But tomatoes aren't native to Italy. So where do these associations come from? And how these staple Italian dishes come to be?
Life As A Slave In Pompeii and Rome
See Pompeii like never before! Discover the "Other Pompeii" exhibition showcasing the lives of slaves, artisans, and the lower classes. Visit the Grand Palestra for interactive displays and insights into their daily lives, food, and struggles.
How Baboons Led Us to a Lost Civilization
Everyone knows where Punt is, right? The Ancient Egyptians sure did — they traded with them for millennia. But apparently they were so familiar with its location, they never bothered to write it down for posterity. So archaeologists have been trying to fi...
Why Are The Properties Of Gold So Unique?
Gold has captivated the human race for centuries. Since its discovery, it's never not been in high demand. Whether it be for cosmetic reasons or to harness its unique properties as a material, its rarity has always added to its allure. But why is gold so...
The Babylonian Map of the World with Irving Finkel
The Babylonian map of the world is the oldest map of the world, in the world. Written and inscribed on clay in Mesopotamia around 2,900-years-ago, it is, like so many cuneiform tablets, incomplete.
Marian Anderson: The Whole World in Her Hands
Marian Anderson was an American contralto. She performed a wide range of music, from opera to spirituals. Anderson performed with renowned orchestras in major concert and recital venues throughout the United States and Europe between 1925 and 1965.
The United States of Hoodoo (2012)
Nick Cave and Shantrelle P. Lewis take part in a profile of African spirituality's influence on some of U.S. popular culture.
"The Feast in the House of Levi" by Paolo Veronese (1573)
Why Was an Artist Almost Executed for This Painting?
The Buddha - The Greatest Teacher
He Who Altered the Historical Roots of Human Consciousness!
The Underground Clocks of Paris
Have you ever wondered how cities kept time before the era of electronic clocks? In this video, we'll dive into the fascinating story of the Paris underground clock system. Developed by Austrian engineer Victor Popp in the late 19th century, this ingeniou...