Hercules - son of Zeus and champion of humankind - stricken with a temporary curse of madness, has just committed the most unspeakable crime imaginable. Seeking to atone for the deaths of his family, Hercules must complete twelve...

Is there a definitive line that divides crazy from sane? With a hair-raising delivery, Jon Ronson, author of The Psychopath Test, illuminates the gray areas between the two. (With live-mixed sound by Julian Treasure and animation by Evan...

* Viewer discretion advised. This video includes discussion of mature topics and may be inappropriate for some audiences. In love, we fall. We're struck, we're crushed, we swoon. We burn with passion. Love makes us crazy and makes us...

Explore William Shakespeare’s classic tragedy, “Hamlet,” a play about conspiracy, deception and the tragic consequences of indecision. -- “Who’s there?” Whispered in the dark, this question begins a tale of conspiracy, deception and...

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This video dissects a key sequence in Shakespeare's "Hamlet" where the title character's actions raise suspicions at the court. The focus is on Hamlet's interactions with Ophelia, Polonius, and his old friends Rosencrantz and...

This video highlights a key interaction between Hamlet and Polonius in Shakespeare's Hamlet, where Hamlet showcases his cunning and wit. During their conversation, Hamlet jests with Polonius, who fails to grasp the depth of Hamlet's...

This video examines a scene from Act 2, Scene 2 of Shakespeare's Hamlet, where Hamlet discusses the content of a book he's reading with Polonius. Hamlet cleverly mocks Polonius by describing an old man lacking wit, paralleling Polonius's...

This video delves into the symbolic and poetic elements of Act 4, Scene 7 of Shakespeare's Hamlet. It examines how Gertrude's announcement of Ophelia's death ties together various themes in the play. The discussion also explores...

This video discusses critical perspectives on Gertrude's announcement of Ophelia's death in Act 4, Scene 7 of Shakespeare's Hamlet. Critics explore the thematic parallels between Gertrude and Ophelia, the romantic and tragic views of...

This video explores a critical scene in Shakespeare's "Hamlet," where Claudius and Hamlet each try to discern how much the other knows about the murder of Hamlet's father. It examines Hamlet's strategy to stage a play mirroring the...

This video features a staged interview with Hamlet and Gertrude from Shakespeare's "Hamlet," focusing on the dramatic and emotional encounters in Act 3. The segment reveals Hamlet's inner conflict about avenging his father's death, his...

Herman Melville's "Moby Dick" is celebrated for its archaic writing style and poetic intensity, transforming the narrative of a 19th-century whaling crew into a captivating drama that delves into the folly of mankind. The novel's...

Who are the people that get so angry online? Meet the internet warriors and hear their explanations about why they are so passionately against immigration and integration. Internet Warriors part 1

Edgar Allen Poe’s “The Fall of the House of Usher” is an archetype for the horror genre. So, much has been said about Rodrick, his sister Madeline, and the house they both represent and dwell within. But the third character, Rodrick’s...

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The video explores the complex relationship between genius and madness throughout history, delving into the cultural, scientific, and historical factors that have shaped our understanding of exceptional ability. It discusses how the...

Tuck into a delicious spread of spelling links, specially prepared to whet your appetite for learning.

Unfortunately, Joanna's son, Charles V did not release his mother from confinement. Explore the political and personal motivations behind Charles' decision and the methods he used to keep Joanna locked away. How did this help Charles'...

Why do we fall in love?

What makes us fall in l
ove?
And what happens

to love?

Poets, historians, philosophers, have been writing about these questions for centuries. But now scientists have joined in, exploring...

Old King Lear decides to divide his kingdom up between his three daughters: whoever loves him the most will earn the best part of England. Unfortunately, Lear makes a terrible mistake and gives the land to the flattering Goneril and...

Watch this lesson today to discover how Shakespeare explores an overarching theme in Hamlet: the manifestation of madness, real or feigned, and how it affects the characters in the play. Decide for yourself whether Hamlet is truly mad,...

Welcome to Mr. Henry's melodic listening exercises! Learn how to identify intervals through listening and even take the melodic challenge to exercise your ears.