Sharing Humor, Beauty and Art
We Must Invade FranceIn a humorous comedy skit, Mr. Bean explains why it is imperative that UK invade France to restore the British Empire.
Silly Latin LanguageA humorous monologue explaining why Latin, though the root of many languages, never took off as a global language.
The U.S. officially adopted the metric system in 1975 when President Gerald Ford signed the Metric Conversion Act.
Chris McKinlay - I Hacked OkCupidChris McKinlay uses the power of super-computing - and his own brain - to "trend globally" on a dating website. Then he finds true love.
Steven Pinker: Threats, Bribes, and Come-onsWhy we speak in euphemisms. Steven Pinker explains why we pussy-foot around when we communicate about uncomfortable subjects.
Three little boys were concerned because they couldn't get anyone to play with them. They decided it was because they had not been baptized and didn't go to Sunday School. So, they went to the nearest church. Only the janitor was there.
One said, "We need to be baptized because no one will come out and play with us. Will you baptize us?" "Sure," said the janitor. He took them into the bathroom and dunked their heads in the toilet bowl, one at a time. Then he said, "Now go and play."
When they got outside, dripping wet, one of them asked, "What religion do you think we are?"
The oldest one said, "We're not Katlick, because they pour the water on you. We're not Babtis because they dunk all of you in it. We're not Methdiss because they just sprinkle you."
The littlest one said, "Didn't you smell that water?"
"Yeah! What do you think that means?"
"I think it means that we're Pisscopalians."
The Rocky Horror Picture Show, is still in limited release nearly 39 years after its premiere, it has the longest-running theatrical release in film history.
Mildred was a 93-year-old woman who was particularly despondent over the recent death of her husband Earl. She decided that she would just kill herself and join him in death.
Thinking that it would be best to get it over with quickly, she took out Earl's old army pistol and made the decision to shoot herself in the heart since it was so badly broken in the first place.
Not wanting to miss this vital organ and become a vegetable and a burden to someone, she called her doctor's office to inquire as to just exactly where the heart would be.
"On a woman," the doctor said, "your heart would be just below your left breast."
Later that night, Mildred was admitted to the hospital with a bullet wound to her left knee.
Remi's Animal PlanetAn unsuspecting visitor walks into an animal shelter staffed by animals and offering humans for adoption. Might be annoying for animals to live with 7 billion people..
The Olympic was the sister ship of the Titanic, and she provided twenty-five years of service.
The police finally arrested the local madam and seized her big black book in which her talent was listed. Each officer on the force was assigned a group of the names in it and told to check them out.
After a week, the Chief called a meeting to get their reports.
When it became time for Detective Ralph to tell what he had found, he said, "I'm sorry, Chief, but I think I should disqualify myself. One of the ladies is an 84 year old woman. She is so charming that I have to tell you that I have fallen in love with her."
"Damn, boy!" exclaimed the Chief. "I sure am surprised at you. You've been a policeman almost all your life, and here you are, falling for the oldest trick in the book."
Love a Good StormIt is epic to experience the power of the ocean, but sad to watch a seafront being torn apart.
Crystal Clear FijiUnderwater footage shot in the Fiji islands with colorful coral reefs, crystal clear water, an amazing variety of tropical fish.
A teacher asked her students to use the word "fascinate" in a sentence.
Molly said, "My family went to my granddaddy's farm, and we saw all his pet sheep. It was fascinating."
The teacher said, "That was good, but I wanted you to use the word "fascinate."
Sally raised her hand. She said, "My family went to See Rock City and I was fascinated."
The teacher said, "Well, that was good, Sally, but I want the word "fascinate."
Little Johnny raised his hand. The teacher hesitated because Little Johnny was noted for his bad language. She finally decided there was no way he could damage the word "fascinate," so she called on him.
Little Johnny said, "My cousin's wife has a sweater with ten buttons, but her breasts are so big, she can only fasten eight."
The teacher just shook her head.
In the original script, "Rocky" ended with Rocky throwing the fight and opening a pet store for Adrian with the money he made.
Same old ThingYears ago the Internet brought us new experiences,these days it seems like the same old thing. There's a reason for that
How The Rosetta Stone Unlocked HieroglyphicsThe Rosetta Stone is one of the most famous archaeological finds in history: and it was the key to cracking Egyptian hieroglyphics. And while it took scholars years to work it out, there was one clue in there that helped unlock everything that followed..
''Politics is the art of looking for trouble, finding it everywhere, diagnosing it incorrectly, and applying the wrong remedies.'' —Groucho Marx
''Everything is changing. People are taking their comedians seriously and the politicians as a joke.'' —Will Rogers
Not an Angry CusserSome people don't cuss because they are angry. They cuss because it is part of their normal vocabulary
A Vaguely Important FactThe FCC (federal communications commission) decided that Radio and television were not protected by the free speech provision.
Outer space begins at 100 kilometers (62 mi) above sea level.
Nuclear Weapon ProliferationAn interesting video on what limits nuclear proliferation and why centrifuges play such an important role.
How Brass Instruments WorkMusician demonstrates concept of brass instruments using a mouthpiece a length of vinyl tubing and a funnel.
I got security cameras fitted outside my house.
Now people think that I have stuff worth stealing.
Input - OutputA surreal video examining cause-and-effect ,and the possibility of a different outcome. A quirky video no doubt, but enjoyable to watch.
CenteredWes Anderson’s focus on parallels and his penchant for centering his subjects in his films is documented in this video short.
Since 1940, about 85% of those who have attempted to break the water speed record have died in the attempt.
World’s longest underwater ‘crystal’ caveA gallery of images showing the chambers and crystal clear waters of Orda Cave.
In retrospect ...being a grown up is the stupidest thing I've ever done.
What Is Art? What Is Porn?Stephen takes a look at what is art verses what is porn, and what you can and cannot look at on network television.
An Imaginary CustomerChain restaurant Qdoba has a bold new marketing strategy: pretend our customer exists. It's an idea so fresh, Stephen wants in..
"A person without a sense of humor is like a wagon without springs. It's jolted by every pebble on the road." - Henry Ward Beecher
"A sense of humor is part of the art of leadership, of getting along with people, of getting things done" - Dwight D. Eisenhower
"A good laugh overcomes more difficulties and dissipates more dark clouds than any other one thing." - Laura Ingalls Wilder
Whale Breaches on KayakersHumpback Whale breaches and lands on top of a couple of kayakers. Spoiler alert they were not seriously harmed..
Incredible Deep Sea OdditiesSeems as though the deepest parts of the ocean are inhabited by some of the strangest creatures. Maybe that is what it takes to live at the bottom of the sea..
There was only a tiny bit of pork in the middle, the ends were just pure breadcrumbs.
The butcher apologized and said that he was struggling financially, business was tough, and he was finding it increasingly difficult to make ends meat.
Getting Rid of the EvidenceAfter being stopped by the police and told to sit tight while the officer calls in a K-9 unit, the driver of this white van has a unique plan for getting rid of the evidence.
Raw RunFootage of Zak Maytum long-boarding down one of the fastest runs in Colorado. With speeds approaching 70mph, and rough-ass pavement. .
The word 'criminal' has been in the language since around 1400 but 'policeman' arrived only in 1788 and 'detective' in 1843.
This Land is MineA short video that tells the story of the wars in the land called Israel/Palestine/Canaan/the Levant.
MechBass cover of HysteriaMechBass was the outcome of a Engineering honors project at Victoria University of Wellington
A young man visited his sister who was married to a farmer in a poor district of the country.
Since there were limited accommodations, he was required to sleep with his young nephew.
When the young man came into the bedroom, he saw the little boy kneeling at the side of the bed with his head bowed. Thinking this was the child's religious upbringing, he decided to present a good example and kneeled at the other side of the bed with his head bowed.
The child looked up and said, "Whatcha doin'?"
"Why, the same thing you're doing", replied the uncle.
"Ma's gonna be mad", said the boy. "The bedpan's on this side".
The Ariana Grande ProblemThe pop world has found a song to replay over and over this summer, that being Problem by Ariana. Thank goodness this parody provides a little comic relief.
Funny Parody Sexy and...Rolls of laughter, heavyweight humor, an ocean of motion are pretty good descriptions of this parody.
The world's most valued painter, Vincent van Gogh, sold only one painting in his entire life and he sold it to his brother who owned an art gallery. The title of the painting was "Red Vineyard at Arles."
Blue Whale HologramSchool is treated to an amazing hologram of a whale breaching the surface of the ocean and crashing back down again.
Opera to RockA few minutes in to the song it changes over to AC/DC's highway to hell. And we are treated to about as good a vocal rendition of that song as you will ever hear.
Bob was sitting at the table one morning, reading the paper after breakfast. In it was an article about a beautiful actress who was about to marry a football player known for his lack of IQ.
He turned to his wife and said, "I'll never understand why the biggest jerks get the most attractive wives."
She replied, "Why, thank you, Dear!".
Parole Board In this humorous comedy sketch from Saturday Night Live, prisoner (Kenan Thompson) pleads his case that he has been fully rehabilitated. The parole board is not so easily swayed, especially because of his cannibalism.
Black Jeopardy with Elizabeth BanksA humorous comedy sketch called Black Jeopardy this episode features Elizabeth Banks and the host nor the other contestants cannot figure out how she made it on the show as she is white. .
For 20 years of its almost 248-year orbit, Pluto is closer to the sun than Neptune because of its off-center and highly inclined orbit.
On Pluto, the sun rises and sets about once a week.
A woman woke from an amazing dream. In it, her husband gave her a very expensive necklace.
She told her husband about her dream, and asked "What do you think that means?"
Her husband replied "Oh, you'll find out tonight".
That evening, her husband came home with a small box with a bow on it.
With much excitement, the woman unwrapped the box, and peeked inside.
There was a book entitled "A Guide to Understanding Dreams"
Humorous comedy routine on why we work. What's the point of working so hard?
Have You Got a FlagEddie Izzard explains how in the age of conquest the monarchies of Europe planted their flags everywhere.
The collection of spikes on the end of the tail of dinosaurs like the Stegosaurus is known among scientific circles as the 'Thagomizer' - a term coined not by a palaeontologist, but by cartoonist Gary Larson in a 1982 Far Side drawing, where it was explained (by a caveman) that it was named 'after the late Thag Simmons'.
Roadkill ExperimentPeople will swerve more to hit turtles over snakes. A scientific experiment (sort of...) to test this roadkill hypothesis.
A cop calls for backup from a crime scene.
This is officer Ollie, please send backup, a woman shot her husband for stepping on the floor she had just mopped clean.
Have you arrested the woman?
No Sir!
The floor is still wet.
Reef SurfingBeautiful footage of reef inhabitants including various fish, sharks and Manta rays. Diving in paradise.
Whale Shark RescueWhale sharks often congregate around fishing platforms to eat the small baitfish fishermen are targeting. Sometimes they get entangled.
The first recorded use of marijuana as a medicinal drug occurred in 2737 B.C. by Chinese emperor Shen Nung. The emperor documented the drug’s effectiveness in treating the pains of rheumatism and gout.
The first law in the American colonies regarding marijuana was a 1619 law that actually required farmers to grow the hemp plant. Once harvested, hemp was useful for clothing, sails, and rope.
Kindness in RussiaDespite the slew of videos showing accidents and other problems Russians help each other out.
Out of the WayCrazy woman trying to get a good photograph of a four wheel rock climbing event sits in the middle of the path.
The Code of Hammurabi decreed that bartenders who watered down beer would be executed.
Camouflage PhotographyThe evolutionary ability of transforming or adapting to the environment to trick the eye.
In a party a General proudly said that he did "it" 10 times with his wife on his wedding night.
Brigadier next to him said he did it 6 times before going to sleep 1st night.
Colonel claimed he did it 4 times on his first night.
All turned towards a young Captain and asked how many times did he do on his wedding night.
Captain replied: Only once sir.
General laughed n asked why?
Captain replied: My wife wasn't used to it Sir
Soccer Player Verses DogTalented dog steals the soccer ball from a top-notch soccer player. Coaches everywhere wonder how they can get him in uniform.
South American Titi monkeys are rare among primates because they are monogamous. They mate for life and become distressed when separated. They show affection by remaining close, grooming each other, intertwining their tails, holding hands, nuzzling, cuddling, and lip smacking.
Too Many Rules and DistractionsHumorous comedy sketch on how the local motor vehicle authorities treat drivers like children and treat children like imbeciles.
Size Doesn't MatterCan you can figure out what these two comedians are talking about when they say size doesn't matter, in this humorous comedy sketch.
Bubba and Earl were in the local bar enjoying a beer when they decided to get in on the weekly charity raffle. They bought five tickets each at a dollar a pop.
The following week, when the raffle was drawn, each had won a prize. Earl won 1st prize, a year's supply of gourmet spaghetti sauce and extra-long spaghetti. Bubba won 6th prize, a toilet brush.
About a week or so had passed when the men met back in the neighborhood bar for a couple of beers. Bubba asked Earl how he liked his prize, to which Earl replied, "Great, I love spaghetti! How about you, how's that toilet brush?"
"Not so good," replied Bubba, "I reckon I'm gonna go back to paper."
Heavy Equipment AnticsThis video starts out with an excavator operator trying to dig himself out of a river without submerging the air intake on his heavy equipment.
Guys Will Race Anything Any whereA series of unusual racing vehicles featuring rock crawlers, jet boats racing through wading depth water, sand and mud dragsters, swamp racers, specially built dirt climbers, and finally schoolbus racing.
Regularly faking happiness and/or motivation has proven to increase happiness and/or motivation.
1. If you are choking on an ice cube, don't panic. Simply pour a cup of boiling water down your throat and, presto, the blockage will be removed.
2. Clumsy? Avoid cutting yourself while slicing vegetables by getting someone else to hold them while you chop away.
3. Avoid arguments with your wife about lifting the toilet seat by simply using the sink.
4. A mousetrap, placed on top of your alarm clock, will prevent you from rolling over and going back to sleep after you hit the snooze button.
5. If you have a bad cough, take a large dose of laxatives, then you will be afraid to cough
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Farid in the WestAn award-winning short film about the clash of cultures, and what it's like for a handsome guy when he realizes that in American culture he's the one being sexually objectivefied..
Need For Speed DatingNeed for Speed Dating is a light hearted comedy featuring Nate, Polly and her perfect, but imaginary relationship. Polly tries to find her dream date at a speed dating event. But can anyone live up to her imaginary boyfriend?.
The world record for the farthest flight by a paper aircraft is 226.8 feet (69.1 meters).
What Does Kindness Get Youwhat does kindness get you, is a good and the message from this video is emotional satisfaction.
Point MadeThought provoking video. Watch what happens when the message changes to ''Help the Poor''.
At the end of the workday, one cowboy tells another, "That new bull nearly did me in today, partner."
"Oh yeah, what happened?" asked the other cowboy.
"I was putting out the feed, when the sucker came charging at me like a locomotive from hell. He damn near got me!" replied the first cowboy.
"So, how'd you get away?" asked the other cowboy.
"The bull kept slipping. He slipped three times, and that gave me a chance to make it to the fence and jump over," replied the first cowboy.
"Man, that's scary! If it'd been me, I would probably have crapped all over the place," remarked the second cowboy.
The first cowboy replied, "I DID! What do you think that bull was slipping in?"
Amorous DolphinAn amorous dolphin takes an interest in a female snorkeler and has to be shooed away.
You can unscrew a light-bulb
Dramatic Reading of SexyIra David Wood does a dramatic reading of 'Sexy and I Know It' on the Showgram.
Shadbolt on 7DaysInvercargill Mayor Tim Shadbolt on comedy gameshow brings down the house with laughter .
The USA has more tornadoes than any other country in the world, averaging around 1200 a year.
Train Versus TruckNot much of a contest really as the train destroys a truck stuck on the rail road tracks.
Swallowed two pieces of string this morning.
A little while ago they came out tied together...
I sh*t you knot!
Astrology and ScienceA humorous monologue on the lack of science behind astrology and astrological signs.
A minister, a priest and a rabbi went for a hike one day. It was very hot.They were sweating and exhausted when they came upon a small lake. Since it was fairly secluded, they took off all their clothes and jumped in the water.
Feeling refreshed, the trio decided to pick a few berries while enjoying their "freedom." As they were crossing an open area, who should come along but a group of ladies from town. Unable to get to their clothes in time, the minister and the priest covered their privates and the rabbi covered his face while they ran for cover.
After the ladies had left and the men got their clothes back on, the minister and the priest asked the rabbi why he covered his face rather than his privates.
The rabbi replied, "I don't know about you, but in MY congregation, it's my face they would recognize."
Sexiest Man - Musical ComedyHeartthrob, singer-songwriter, and comedian Earl Okin gets lots of laughs from the women in the audience.
Mountain TwerkerThe Darrell Brothers present the story of their Granny who was the world's first Twerker!
If you trace your family tree back 25 generations, you will have 33,554,432 direct ancestors – assuming no incest was involved.
Middle Age Sex Life Hilarious comedy routine from Louis CK describing what happens to ones sex life when they get older and fatter.
A Message about Your KidsA PSA message about your kids and how they're doing
in school. You're brilliant prodigy is lazy and dumb.
Two kids are talking to each other. One says, "I'm really worried. My dad works all day to give us a nice home and good food.
My mom spends the whole day cleaning and cooking for me. I'm worried sick!"
The other kid says, "What have you got to worry about? Sounds to me like you've got it made!"
The first kid asks, "What if they try to escape?"
Ship in StressStress and effect on a vessel in severe weather conditions. Recorded during passage from Suez Canal to Singapore
Ship Running AgroundA 200 meter long container ship ran aground as it was traveling the East Lamma shipping channel in Hong Kong.
Gymnophoria is the sense that someone is mentally undressing you.
Nothing Beats KittensCompeting for views is tough when the top videos on YouTube are kittens and puppies.
Nothing Ruins ComedyComedian Tim Minchin with this trademark combination of biting satirical lyrics and surreal showmanship.
The lawyers were siblings -- dishonest cheaters, as crooked as could be. They went to church only when circumstances required them to look good, or when there was a chance a dollar could be made.
When the less evil one died, the surviving sibling promised the church a sizable contribution if the eulogy for the deceased would describe the departed as a saint.
The church needed money, and succeeded in acquiring the contribution without compromising any of its virtue.
The eulogy accurately described the life and character of the deceased, identifying and listing the many sins committed. In conclusion, the speaker pointed at the bereaved surviving attorney, saying, "but compared to him, the departed was a saint!"
Working From HomeWhen you work from home staying on schedule despite distractions is difficult enough.
Nap-time For Junior - Parenting ParodyCan't get the kids to go to sleep. Need a little tranquility.
Watch this funny infomercial for a solution.
In 1990, Stephen Hawking dropped his wife of almost 30 years --who was having an affair-- and took off with his nurse.
Starry Night Marbling Art Animation Ebru, which is generally known as a decorative paper art, is one of the oldest Turkish arts. It can be described as painting on water. Patterns are formed on the surface of water are then transferred to paper.
Keaton Radiohead ChoreographyThe choreography between the music and the clips is spot-on. Buster Keaton’s genius has long been praised, but his visual gags, too many, seem outdated, a type of humor that is seldom used in modern comedy.
Blessed are the Cracked, for They Let in the Light!
I don't suffer from insanity; I enjoy every damn minute of it.
You're just jealous because the voices only talk to me
Earth is the insane asylum for the universe.
Out of my mind. Back in five minutes.
I smile because I don't know what the hell is going on.
John Cleese: Political Correctness an Orwellian NightmareThe essence of comedy is being critical, says Cleese, and that means causing offense sometimes. But we shouldn't protect everyone from experiencing negative emotions by enforcing political correctness, he says. .
Penn Jillette: Why Tolerance Is CondescendingReligion can cause "good people to do bad things," but Penn Jillette gets along better with fundamentalists than with liberal Christians who preach easy tolerance.
Today is National No Selfies Day! In honor of Philippe Kahn's birthday...the inventor of camera phones.