What was life like for a court jester? - Beatrice K. Otto
Adults Culture
Contrary to common belief, jesters weren’t just a medieval European phenomenon but flourished in other times and cultures. The first reliably recorded jester is thought to be You Shi, of 7th century BCE China. Jesters had unique relationships to power: they could be viewed as objects of mockery or as entertainers and trusted companions. Beatrice K. Otto digs into history's most infamous jokers.
Meet The Artist: Abbas Zahedi
Kids Culture
Meet Abbas Zahedi and find out all about his journey to becoming an artist.
Explore Ancient Worlds Through Art: Elgin Throne
Youth Culture
The Elgin Throne is an ancient Greek artifact from the 3rd century BCE that’s full of symbolism and ancient myths.
Who is the fastest creature in mythology?
Adults Culture
Witness the clash of mythology’s speediest supernaturals in an epic race and find out which creature is the fastest.
Explore Ancient Worlds Through Art: Medusa Mirror
Youth Culture
It was said that Medusa, the mythical monster, could turn people to stone with just a look. So, why did the ancient Greeks put an image of her on a mirror?
Kung Fu, Star Trek and the Many Paths to Spirituality | Rainn Wilson
Adults Culture
Do you feel overwhelmed by the complex issues facing our world, not to mention your own personal problems? Spirituality is the key to staying grounded and hopeful -- even for skeptics, says actor and author Rainn Wilson.
Who Is The Fastest Creature In Mythology?
Youth Culture
Witness the clash of mythology’s speediest supernaturals in an epic race and find out which creature is the fastest.
Sneaker Expert Jeff Staple Answers Sneaker Questions From Twitter
Adults Culture
Renowned sneaker expert and designer Jeff Staple answers your sneaker-centric questions from Twitter. Why do Air Jordans remain so enduringly popular?
Building a Sled | Alaska: The Next Generation
Adults Culture
Daniel Apassingok, along with Chase and his family and friends help build a sled to help their every day lives.
Becoming An Artist: Bhajan Hunjan
Kids Culture
Meet Bhajan Hunjan, an artist who does huge paintings, sculptures and runs workshops for others to get creative too!
Why do some artists become famous?
Adults Culture
Success in the art world can mean different things to different artists. While some artists work solely for the pleasure of producing art, others seek external recognition, such as being shown in prestigious galleries or museums, and selling their craft. The latter — profitability, recognition, demand — is how success is traditionally defined in the field.
Monkeys Break Into A Farm
Kids Culture
Japan's farms are home to some of the best produce in the world and these marauding macaques brave their defences to get to the fruits of their labour.
Hula Pokey
Kids Culture
A Hawaiian take on the Hokey Pokey.
Halle Bailey Sits Down with Nat Geo Explorer Aliyah Griffith | National Geographic
Adults Culture
Executive Editor Debra Adams Simmons sits down with Halle Bailey, “Ariel” in Disney’s new movie The Little Mermaid, and Aliyah Griffith, Marine Scientist, National Geographic Explorer, and Founder of Mahogany Mermaids.
Corn Shouldn't Be Food, But It Is
Adults Culture
You probably have a bag of frozen corn in your freezer, or have chowed down on a buttery ear of corn at a cookout.
How Caffeine Accidentally Took Over The World
Adults Culture
Plants don't make caffeine just for us, so what DO they make it for?
How Ancient Stones Helped Track The Seasons
Youth Culture
Mysterious stone arrangements reveal Senegal’s ancient connections to astronomy.
A Day In The Life Of A Medieval Teenage Pilgrim
Youth Culture
Join siblings Hisham and Asma in medieval Baghdad as they prepare and gather supplies for the hajj, a holy pilgrimage to Mecca.
Raindrops Falling
Kids Culture
Baby Bear and Bunny are discovering rain together. This is the perfect song for a rainy day at daycare or preschool.
Daffodils Poem
Kids Culture
"I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud" (also commonly known as "Daffodils") is a lyric poem by William Wordsworth.
CBC Kids Reads: Pink Is For Everybody
Kids Culture
Makeup Monster celebrates his love of the book, Pink is For Everybody!