This Could’ve Been the Worst Nuclear Catastrophe in the US
While researching his book Command and Control, Schlosser unearthed a declassified document written by the supervisor of the nuclear weapons safety department at Sandia National Laboratories Parker F Jones.
How Did We Invent the Dollar? Learn Its Meandering History
In this video, we will learn a short history of the U.S. Dollar.
The Surprising Origin of the Frozen TV Dinner
Frozen 'TV dinners' once dominated the American market. This is the surprising origins story of this popular food.
The Most Unbelievable Land Boom in America’s History
Miami Beach started as a swampy island, and that is just one bit of Florida's fascinating history.
These Man Made Pools Provide Support to Millions of People
The Potash Ponds are not only a striking sight but also an extremely important resource. What's their story? Find out here.
A Nostalgic Yet Funny Routine by George Carlin Circa 1965
Today we know him as one of the mot successful comedians but, in 1965 George Carlin was only starting his career. This stand up routine might get you motalgic...
The Terrible and Unexpected Results of Prohibition
Delve into a fascinating chapter in American history with this video, which explains why prohibition failed and shouldn't be attempted ever again
A Fascinating History of the New Year’s Eve
Did you know that New Year's hasn’t always been celebrated on January 1?
Nostalgia - '70s Teenagers Recalling the Good Times
These groovy 70's teenagers, now proud parents and grandparents, sit for a chat with their younger relatives to compare adolescence now and then.
What Went Wrong with the U.S. Army's Universal Camouflage?
The U.S. Army Universal Camouflage Pattern uniform was introduced in 2004 but didn't work. Let's understand why.
When Dangerous Viruses Escaped the Lab...
Many deadly viruses have escaped from laboratories in the past. No, we aren’t talking about COVID.
6 Chemical Reactions that Changed the Course of History
Although we rarely pay much attention to the chemistry that constantly surrounds us, these 6 reactions changed history.
Was There a Time a Day Lasted 10 Hours?
Eons ago, before the dinosaurs ever evolved, there was primordial life on Earth. What did it look like?
The Most Infamous Military Aircraft of the Cold War
The Mig-25 Foxbat was no ordinary Soviet jet. It's the most infamous military vehicle of the Cold War era!
New York’s Most Important Tunnel is in Dire Straits
The 110-year-old Hudson River rail tunnel in New York City is crumbling and needs urgent fixing.
This Teen Set Up a Unique Sri Lankan Museum In New York
Julia Wijesinghe is the young owner of the first Sri Lankan Art and Cultural Museum outside Sri Lanka.
How One Race Made Harley Davidson's Fame
Watch how Harley Davidson changed motorcycles forever by winning one race.
Why Was the Ford Pinto Such a Controversial Car?
Ford Pinto was once the most popular cars in the United States but it soon turned out to be the most controversial one as well...
Learn All About the History of the English Language
Ever wondered where the English language came from and how it evolved over time? If so, then this is the perfect video for you!
There Are Surprising Stories Behind Every US State’s Name
Learn the fascinating history behind the origin of each US state's name.
Car Designs Have Changed SO Much Over the Last Century
A classic car expert provides an in-depth analysis of the last 100 years of car design.
Why Did We Start Going to the Beach For Fun?
Did you know that going to the beach for recreation is a relatively new invention? For most of human history, the concept simply did not exist...
Why Were Masks SO Popular In Medieval Venice?
Venetian masks are one of the city's most iconic symbols. But what is the history of these unusual accessories? Find out the surprising answer in this video.
Odd One Out - The Reason French Pronunciation Is So Unique
Italian, Spanish, and French all evolved from Latin. If all of these languages have the same root, why does French pronunciation sounds so different?
These Obscure Cities Play a HUGE Role In Global Economy
Dozens of enormous cities in China remain obscure despite the huge role they play in the global economy. Get to know them in this video.