Discovery
Top 15 STRANGE Rides from Around the World
There are plenty of unique flat rides out there. But over the years, we have seen even more of these rides. From the defunct to the still-operating, here are the Top 15 Strangest Rides.
Why the Dragon is Central to Chinese Culture
The Chinese dragon is one of the world’s most globally recognized monsters. Playing a major role throughout Chinese history, they were both creators and destroyers and controlled the elements. They've influenced everything from politics to religion—what i...
Why Are Cats Mythology’s Most Popular Creatures?
Not quite deities and definitely not human, cats have stalked our cultural imagination since ancient times. As demons, defenders, evil sidekicks, and sleek companions, they play many roles in culture and myth. But what makes cats so enduring, and what doe...
The Fates: Greek Mythology's Most Powerful Deities
Dr. Moiya McTier and Dr. Emily Zarka bring their unmatched expertise in Mythology and Folklore to this new PBS Digital series, FATE and FABLED. The show digs into the stories and characters of mythologies, both ancient and modern, from all around the worl...
Why Magical Realism is a Global Phenomenon
Blurring the lines between fantasy and reality, magical realism in literature and other media combines fantasy elements with concrete realities to make statements about the world we live in. In this episode, we explore its roots, lay out the tenets of the...
The Dark Origins of Hansel and Gretel
Hansel and Gretel is one of the most famous fairy tales of the Western world, and contains one of the most notorious witches.
The Macabre Origins of the Grim Reaper
There are fewer images of Death personified than the scythe-wielding skeletal form of the Grim Reaper. But where did it come from? You may have heard that this haunting figure emerged as a result of the Black Plague, but that’s only a fraction of the stor...
The Gods of the Underworld around the World
Mythology Curiosities - The Gods of the Underworld around the World
Classic Foods Of The 1980s!
Let's take a look at some of the long lost classic foods of the 1980s! Times have changed and some of them wouldn't work today but I do feel some of them need to be brought back!
Tombstones By People With A Sense Of Humor
Awesome Tombstones By People With An Immortal Sense Of Humor
The Truth of Voodoo Revealed
A two-hour exploration of the myths and realities of voodoo. Includes a look at the sources of voodoo in ancient African religion, current day practitioners, and the startling phenomenon of possession.
Pyramids Found Beneath Antarctic Ice
New research shows evidence of man-made pyramids in Antarctica.
Most Terrifying Cities Built On The Edge Of Earth
There are quite a few exceptional and extraordinarily cities in the world. Some are famous for their massive size and population, others for their scenic natural beauty while some are also renowned for their incredible architecture be it modern or medieva...
The man hit the WALL in his BASEMENT and this discovery made his HAIR stand on END!
In 1963, one of the residents of the village of Derinkuyu, Turkey, started renovation works on his house. He had an idea to expand the basement underneath his house. The man took his tools and got to knocking down one of the walls.
Kadesh 1274 BC - Oldest Battle in History
Kings and Generals animated historical documentary series on the ancient battles continues with the oldest Battle in history - the battle of Kadesh of 1274 BC fought between Egypt led by Ramesses and the Hittites led by Muwatalli II in the later part of t...
