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In an odiferous Ted-Ed lesson that was written by Nick Caruso and Dani Rabaiotti and directed by Avi Ofer, narrator Alexandra Panzer explains how the expulsion of bodily gases is not only a smelly but necessary part of biology. For humans, it can provide a sense of comfort and relief…

In an impish Ted-Ed lesson written by Brian Pavlac and animated by Reza Riahi and Mehdi Shiri, narrator Jack Cutmore-Scott explains how the devil went from a relatively minor player in the Old Testament to a starring role of evil embodiment in the New Testament. The later versions of Satan…

In an intoxicating Ted-Ed lesson written by Professor Rod Phillips and animated by Anton Bogaty, narrator Addison Anderson explains the evolution of alcohol over the centuries. This history starts off with an unwitting chimpanzee consuming overripe plums and discovering the benefits of alcohol that humans will discover shortly after. This…

In a lofty Ted-Ed (previously) lesson written by Robert Siddall and animated by Matt Reynolds, narrator Jack Cutmore-Scott shares the rather interesting fact that certain squid have flying abilities. These soaring cephalopods engage the same locomotive actions that they use underwater to soar just above the waterline, ready to dive…

In a disquieting Ted-Ed lesson written by educator Cindy J. Aaronson and animated by Aim Creative Studios, narrator Bethany Cutmore-Scott explains the physiology behind crippling panic attacks, how the fear of a repeated panic attack can often lead to further attacks and what can be done to minimize anxiety. At…

In a haunting Ted-Ed lesson written by Silvia Moreno-Garcia and animated by Jorge Jaramillo, narrator Christina Greer explains how the great H.P. Lovecraft pioneered a brand new genre of fictional terror that incorporated scientific discoveries of his time into the creepy fear of the unknown. Lovecraft sought to invent a…

In a tactical Ted Ed video essay written by Alex Gendler and animated by Remus Buznea and Kyra Kupetsky, narrator Adrian Dannatt explains the origins of the game of chess in 7th century India. He also explains what the game symbolizes, how it has changed and evolved over time, how…

In honor of World Environment Day 2020, the legendary Dr. Jane Goodall, in partnership with Ted-Ed, narrates a poem beautifully animated Avi Ofer which points out the ways in which the Earth healed while humanity stayed safe inside. Now, as regular daily life returns around the world, Goodall encourages us…