Tag Archives: Culture

Michaelmas – A Holiday We Forgot About | History

In this video, we take a look at a forgotten holiday that was perhaps as important as Christmas or Easter, called “Michaelmas”. We explore what it was, and why it may have disappeared. […]

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Eastern & Western Design: How Culture Rewires The Brain

[…] Sign up to learn more about the design book that we’re going to publish: https://www.studioello.com/mail These were the two main sources I used when researching this video (I also referenced several other studies, however): “The Weirdest People in the … Continue reading →

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The Oldest Restaurant in the World Has Been in Operation for 300 Years | My Modern Met

By Regina Sienra on October 8, 2023 Photo: stoyanh/Depositphotos Many of the dishes we enjoy today are the result of age-old recipes being passed down from generation to generation. But there’s one place in Spain where you can sit and … Continue reading →

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So this is morris dancing too, although you’ll rarely hear about it ❤️✨❤️✨ | Lucy Wright

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The stories behind the world’s funniest place names

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What The Names of Fruits & Vegetables Mean

In this video, we take a look at the origins behind the names of a number of fruits, vegetables, and other crops, and discover what they really mean. Find us here too! Patreon: http://www.Patreon.com/Fireoflearning Lucinox – Our Science Channel: / … Continue reading →

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Doc Watson and Dolly Parton – Merlefest 2001

This video is an edited version of a practice session done prior to the main event of the 2001 Merlefest celebration. (Merlefest is a annual tribute to Doc’s son Merle who died too young in a tragic accident) Doc and … Continue reading →

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Book return | Orkney Library

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 This is Marion Stokes, a Philadelphia librarian who began taping whatever was on television from 1975 until her death in 2012.  | AFRICAN AND BLACK HISTORY (@africanarchives) 

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Why “No Problem” Can Seem Rude: Phatic Expressions

“Hello!” “Thank you!” “You’re welcome!” These are all phatic expressions, and people can argue about them. Pull down the description for the references! MORE LANGUAGE FILES: • Tom’s Language Files Written with Gretchen McCulloch and Molly Ruhl. Gretchen’s new book, … Continue reading →

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29 Types Of Bread Around The World | Around The World | Food Insider

Bread is known to be convenient, nutritious, and, of course, delicious. From naan in India to the French baguette, we take a look at 29 types of bread around the world […]

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That time a horse sneaked into a cycling race

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