You'd Never See THIS in a Modern Home
In this video, we'll visit some old homes and learn about their obsolete features.
The Reason Why No One Ever Smiles In Old Photographs
Discover the real cultural and technological reasons behind the serious faces in old portrait photographs.
Why Were Staircases SO Deadly In Victorian England?
In Victorian England, a shocking number of people were gravely injured or lost their lives while climbing stairs. But why were Victorian staircases so deadly?
People In the Victorian Era Had Some Strange Pastimes…
Learn all about graveyard picnics, rare plant collecting and a few other peculiar Victorian pastimes you probably didn’t know about.
This 1881 Lemon Cheesecake is Still Relevant Today!
Try this real 19th century recipe and get two for the price of one - a delicious lemon cheesecake and a fun history lesson!
The Bizarre Hygienic Practices of the Victorian Era
We’re well aware that the hygienic practices of the people of the past centuries were not stellar, but who knew they were so bizarre!
History Lesson: How the Victorians Caused Their Own Deaths
You will not believe the insane ways the Victorians, unfortunately thinking themselves wise at the time - caused their own deaths.
Do You Know Anyone With a Hobby as Weird as These?
These people’s talents are so unusual that they were picked as the Weirdest Talents of 2020!
Fun History: How Pink Became the ‘Official’ Girls’ Color
It seems like a natural law of the world at this point, but actually, pink wasn’t always associated with girls. This video explains how the phenomenon began.
What Are the Odds?! - 20 Creepy Historical Coincidences
These are some of the creepiest, and most spine-chilling coincidental occurrences in history...
Could the Daylight Saving Time Practice Be Cancelled?
Daylight saving time, the practice of advancing the clocks by one hour during the warmer months, is a more controversial topic than you'd think
Hypnotism: Science or Forgery?
His contemporaries called him a charlatan, but in the late 1880s, Dr. Anton Mesmer was onto something we now know as hypnotism.
The Secret Behind Napoleon Bonaparte’s Signature Pose
You may have noticed that Napoleon Bonaparte is always depicted in the same pose - tucking one hand in his shirt. But why?
These Gigantic Ships Make World Trade Possible
The largest container ship in the world is the size of 4 football fields! Learn about these colossally enormous boats and their impact on the economy.
How Come Humans are The Only Species To Have Language?
Language allows us to express an unlimited number of things, and humans are the only species capable of it. How did all came to be?
Why Cairo is the Middle East’s Gem
Discover the magic of the largest and most impressive desert city in the world!
The Real Story Behind the Most Famous War Poster
The famous 'We Can Do It!' poster is one of the cultural symbols of World War II, but not many know the story behind it...
We Bet You Didn’t Know The Word OK’s True Meaning
It feels like one of the most natural and obvious words in our vocabulary, but it isn’t exactly so. Watch to find out OK’s interesting origins.
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.
Thought Nature is Wild? See It Under a Microscope
You won't believe the things you could discover by looking at everyday items under a microscope.
Travel to 1920's Paris With a Colorized, Audible Video
Something about black and white photography makes the past seem remote, but this video is almost immersive with sound and colorized visuals!
History's Unsolved Ghost Photography Mystery
Technology, photography, spirituality. How do they connect? By ghost photography, of course.
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...
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?
Crash Test Dummies Are More Sophisticated Than You Think
Today's crash test dummies are jam-packed with technology and can cost up to $1 million. Learn why in this fascinating video.