A new video from Nerd of the Rings explaining how the original tale of Gollum’s riddles in the dark changed between when The Hobbit was orignally released to what we know of it today! [Nerd of the Rings]
In a fun 1989 appearance on The Arsenio Hall Show, the late Jim Henson shared the enduring magic of his Muppets with the world. Henson reflected on how puppets appeal to the child within all of us, capturing a sense of innocence that transcends age. Kermit the Frog then joined Henson onstage, where he responded […]
Ever wonder why that same scream pops up in every action movie? Meet the Wilhelm Scream, the sound effect that refuses to die—literally. It all started in 1951 when an actor was told, “Scream like you’re being eaten by an alligator!” And boy, did he deliver. That scream has since been tossed into everything from […]
Ahoy, word lovers! In this episode of Otherwords, Dr. Erica Brozovsky dives deep into the origins of English expressions that set sail from sailor jargon. Did you know that our language is practically flooded with nautical terms? It’s true! From “three sheets to the wind” to “loose cannon,” these phrases have navigated their way into […]
Embark on a legendary adventure with Terry Brooks’ Shannara series! For over 40 years, this epic saga has enthralled fantasy fans, weaving tales of heroes, dark forces, and a world where elves, dwarves, and humans clash in a post-apocalyptic landscape. Now, you can dive into the first 20 volumes of the series, starting with The […]
Ever wondered how people chatted in 1586? Simon Roper, a polyglot passionate about the history of English, delves into this fascinating topic in his latest video! Listen as he reads from “Familiar Dialogues,” a 1586 book by Jacques Bellot—a French immigrant who crafted phrasebooks for newcomers. Roper dissects the casual phrases of the time, comparing […]
Watch as PBS Nova takes us on a tour inside the Statue of Liberty and learn all about the iron and steel structure that has kept Lady Liberty standing tall for over a century, enduring the test of time and weather. [NOVA PBS]
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