In Search Of Maya Mysteries with Leonard Nimoy circa 1977 part 2
This 1970 documentary explores the world of the Maya people and the reasons for the collapse of their civilization. Narrated by series host Leonard Nimoy.
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After hitting on a brilliant new life plan, our first instinct is to tell someone — but Derek Sivers says it’s better to keep goals secret.
Elizabeth Gilbert: A new way to think about creativity
“Eat, Pray, Love” Author Elizabeth Gilbert muses on the impossible things we expect from artists and geniuses — and shares the radical idea that, instead of the rare person “being” a genius, all of us “have” a genius.
The Ancient Maya: Tools of Astronomy 5/5
The Ancient Maya: Tools of Astronomy Part 5. Star-gazing reached incredible heights thousands of years before the Hubble. Learn the amazing advances made by the great ancient culture of Central America.
Aubrey de Grey at TEDMED 2009
Aubrey de Grey passionately talks about the ultimate quest for significantly longer, healthier life! A must view talk!
Julian Treasure: 5 ways to listen better
In our louder and louder world, says sound expert Julian Treasure, “We are losing our listening.” In this short, fascinating talk, Treasure shares five ways to re-tune your ears for conscious listening — to other people and the world around you.
Cracking the Maya Code 6/6
Cracking the Maya Code: The story behind the centuries-long decipherment of ancient Maya hieroglyphs Part 6
The Ancient Maya Tools of Astronomy 4/5
The Ancient Maya: Tools of Astronomy Part 4: Star-gazing reached incredible heights thousands of years before the Hubble. Learn the amazing advances made by the great ancient culture of Central America.
Barry Schwartz: The paradox of choice
Psychologist Barry Schwartz takes aim at a central tenet of western societies: freedom of choice. In Schwartz’s estimation, choice has made us not freer but more paralyzed, not happier but more dissatisfied.
The Ancient Maya: Tools of Astronomy 3/5
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