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Can you calculate the value of pi using only colliding blocks?In this Stand-up Maths demonstration, Matt Parker explores a physical method for approximating pi through the mechanics of collisions.
Can you carry 44 pounds up Africa’s tallest mountain like a local porter?Eva zu Beck joins female high-altitude porters on Mount Kilimanjaro to test her own physical limits. By attempting to replicate their daily work supplying tourist camps, she explo…
Can you carve a human body like a sculptor chips away at cold marble?In 1972, artist Eleanor Antin challenged the rigid boundaries of sculpture by documenting her own weight loss as a form of carving. Decades later, Charles Ray explored the life cy…
Can you catch a fugitive moving between seven planets in ten moves?This video presents a logic puzzle where you must apprehend criminals hiding on one of seven planets. Because the fugitives can move to a different planet after each search, you m…
Can you change an encrypted message without knowing the secret key?Malleable encryption allows someone to alter ciphertext in a predictable way, causing a corresponding change in the decrypted plaintext. Dr. Tim Muller explains how this vulnerabi…
Can you choose your own life, or are you merely drifting through existence?Søren Kierkegaard’s 1843 masterpiece Either/Or challenges the reader to confront the fundamental question of how to live. Through two distinct, pseudonymous life views—the pleasur…
Can you combine individual liberty with social equality to build a better society?Liberal socialism argues that true freedom requires more than just political rights; it demands economic security. By blending liberal democracy with socialist goals like worker e…
Can you command a universe spanning empire alongside thousands of other players?Explore the early impressions of Novus Aeterno, a massive multiplayer online real-time strategy game designed for large-scale interstellar conquest.
Can you complete a space mission in just sixty seconds?After a week of incredible speedruns, Scott Manley reviews the winners of the Shortest Mission Challenge and reveals a controversial, 60-second method that stays within the rules.
Can you compute it with a simple loop? Then it is primitive recursive.In the world of computability, primitive recursive functions are the workhorses of mathematics. Defined by loops with fixed, pre-determined iteration counts, these functions encom…
Can you conquer a backwards planet as an alien invader?This video examines Isomer, an early access title that blends elements of Minecraft, XCOM, and real-time strategy. Discover how this abandoned project attempted to merge diverse g…- Can you conquer the solar system with a rocket built from only five parts?Scott Manley tackles a minimalist engineering challenge in Kerbal Space Program. By constructing a vessel with just five parts, he demonstrates how to reach two distinct celestial…
Can you consciously rewire your brain to stop loving someone?After watching a talk on the neurobiology of romance, writer Dessa attempted a radical experiment: working with a neuroscientist to systematically
Can you cook a beef tenderloin directly on hot coals?Discover the technique behind Lomo al Trapo, a salt-crusted beef tenderloin method that involves grilling meat wrapped in cloth directly over the fire.
Can you cook like a 16th-century prophet? Exploring the culinary world of Nostradamus.Max Miller investigates the culinary habits and potential recipes associated with the famous seer Nostradamus. This episode explores the intersection of historical prophecy and Re…
Can you coordinate a crowd with the fewest possible instructions?This video explores a logic puzzle from MIT OpenCourseWare where you must orient a queue of people wearing caps. Professor Srini Devadas demonstrates how to achieve total conformi…
Can you count beyond ten using only your fingers?Most people assume ten fingers limit us to counting to ten. This video explores how you can actually reach much higher numbers by rethinking how you use your digits.
Can you count the orange batons while your brain is being distracted?In this clip from the 2011 Christmas Lectures, Professor Bruce Hood uses a demonstration by the Croydon Juggling Club to challenge your perception and focus.- Can you craft a superior green hot sauce in a single weeknight?Ethan Chlebowski begins a quest to identify the best green hot sauce. This episode focuses on a foundational, accessible recipe designed for quick preparation, marking the start o…
Can you craft better bacon at home than the mass market?Forget watery, flaccid store-bought strips. This video demonstrates the initial steps of a homemade curing process, focusing on preparing a pork belly with a custom rub.
Can you crash every live news broadcast in London on a single day?Tom Scott and Matt Gray attempted an ambitious logistical challenge on Budget Day 2009. By coordinating a camera crew and a remote command center, they aimed to appear in the back…
Can you create a material only one atom thick using basic tools?Tom Scott visits a nanomaterials lab at the University of Bristol to explore the production of ultra-thin materials. The process reveals a surprising contrast between high-end, ex…
Can you create fine art using nothing but high-velocity bullet impacts?This video explores an unconventional artistic process that uses firearms to create stippled imagery. It demonstrates how ballistic impact can be transformed into a creative mediu…
Can you create water so pure that it contains almost no other molecules?In semiconductor manufacturing, even the smallest impurity can ruin a wafer. This video explores the extreme engineering required to produce Ultrapure Water (UPW), a substance so …
Can you cross seven city bridges without repeating a path? Mathematics says no.In 18th-century Königsberg, residents puzzled over whether they could walk across all seven bridges spanning the local river exactly once. Leonhard Euler transformed this recreati…
Can you cross three countries in a single run?Geography Now explores the world's narrowest three-country salient, documenting a unique geographical chokepoint. This video captures the first-ever attempt to run across this spe…
Can you cultivate radical compassion by breathing in the suffering of the world?Tonglen is a Tibetan Buddhist practice that challenges our instinct to avoid discomfort. By intentionally breathing in the pain of others and breathing out peace, practitioners ai…
Can you cultivate the essential ingredients for a homemade curry in your own garden?Gardening Australia explores the possibility of growing a personal curry spice mix at home. By examining the specific plants required for authentic flavors, this segment offers pr…
Can you deactivate the death ray with limited information?In this interactive challenge, you act as a top spy tasked with infiltrating an evil syndicate's headquarters. You must locate a secret control panel and deactivate a deadly weapo…- Can you deduce the winner of a secret wizard tournament after a forgetting curse?A dark wizard has cast a spell to erase the results of an annual competition between three schools. You are the only person who witnessed the events, and now you must use logic to…
Can you define a polyhedron when the faces are curved?This video explores the geometric challenge of defining polyhedra when edges and faces are not flat. It highlights the work of sculptor Bathsheba Grossman and the mathematical ins…
Can you define a triangle using a single mathematical equation?Mathematician Matt Parker explores whether it is possible to represent a triangle as a single equation. This video examines the intersection of geometry and algebra, demonstrating…
Can you define the path of Broadway using a simple linear equation?Matt Parker explores the geometry of Manhattan by plotting Broadway's intersections with the city's grid. By treating the streets and avenues as coordinate axes, he derives a math…
Can you design a garden that functions exactly like a self-sustaining wild forest?In the Yarra Valley, a dense one-acre food forest mimics natural ecosystems to produce food and medicine. By integrating over 300 plant species, this project transforms a former o…
Can you determine a graph's curvature just by looking at its average rates?This video explains how to analyze the concavity of a function using a table of values. It is a useful technique for understanding how a graph bends over a specific interval witho…
Can you determine if a logical statement remains true after being rearranged?This video explores the structure of conditional statements in geometry. It demonstrates how to identify the converse, inverse, and contrapositive of a given statement and evaluat…
Can you determine if a parabola exists using only a focus and directrix?This video explores how to apply the distance formula to verify the existence of a parabola when given a specific point, a focus, and a directrix. It is a practical exercise for s…
Can you determine if a set of points and foci defines a conic section?This video guides you through the analytical process of evaluating whether specific points and foci can belong to an ellipse, a hyperbola, or potentially both. It is a practical e…- Can you determine the score of a dragon jousting tournament?In a world where elves, goblins, and treefolk compete every five years, you have arrived late to the inaugural dragon jousting tournament. This video presents a logic puzzle to se…
Can you develop endometriosis if you do not have a uterus?Endometriosis is typically associated with uterine tissue migrating outside the organ, yet medical cases confirm the condition occurs in patients without a uterus. This video exam…
Can you discover your own mathematical triple for the famous ABC conjecture?Mathematician Matt Parker explores the ABC conjecture, a deep problem in number theory. This video guides you through the process of finding your own triples, offering a practical…
Can you distinguish a celebrity's truth from a comedian's clever lie?Since 2007, this British comedy panel show has challenged viewers to spot the deception. Through improvised storytelling and embarrassing personal tales, celebrity guests and team…
Can you distinguish a yellowjacket from a hornet and understand their complex social structures?This video explores the distinct characteristics of wasps and bees, helping you identify common stinging insects. It examines the architecture of their nests and hives, providing …
Can you distinguish between an indie band and a poisonous plant?Join host Justin Dodd for a round of Tub Trivia, a unique quiz show that brings the classic pub trivia experience into the bathroom. Test your knowledge across categories like zoo…
Can you distinguish between Edgar Allan Poe and modern emo band lyrics?Join host Justin Dodd for the second episode of Tub Trivia, a unique quiz show from Mental Floss. This bathroom-based game tests your knowledge with rounds like poorly translated …
Can you distinguish between historical figures and events in this ultimate quiz?Test your historical knowledge with the History Hit Big Quiz of 2022. Hosted by Dan Snow, this competition features experts Suzannah Lipscomb, Tristan Hughes, Matt Lewis, and Alic…
Can you distinguish between the classic Lobster a la Newburg and Lobster Thermidor?Explore a 1898 recipe from 'The Twentieth Century Cook Book' to see how historical seafood preparations often overlap in ingredients and technique.
Can you distinguish historical fact from fiction in the world of Ancient Rome?Stephanie Honchell Smith challenges three contestants to a contest of knowledge overseen by the goddess Minerva. This video explores four common misconceptions about life in Ancie…- Can you distribute infinite keys to an infinite number of hotel guests?Tom Crawford explores a mathematical puzzle involving an infinite hotel and the distribution of keys. This video examines the logic required to manage guests when the number of ro…
Can you divide a whole into thirds using only the process of halving?This video explores the mathematical concept of Thirdsday, a method for finding thirds by repeatedly applying halves. It highlights the work of Jim Propp and James Tanton, offerin…
Can you draw perfect geometry using only a compass and no straight edge?In 1797, Italian mathematician Lorenzo Mascheroni shocked the scientific community by proving that the humble compass is sufficient for all Euclidean constructions. While he belie…
Can you drive 2,000 miles in a Tesla Model 3?Driving an electric vehicle across the country presents unique challenges. This video follows a 2,000-mile journey from Idaho to Michigan to examine the realities of long-distance…
Can you dry age pork chops at home for thirty days?This video explores the process of dry aging pork chops for a full month. Discover how a specialized dry aging fridge can be used to transform the texture and flavor of meat in a …
Can you eat garlic bread that has been to the edge of space?Tom Scott documents a bizarre experiment involving a piece of homemade garlic bread launched into the stratosphere. This video tracks the journey of the bread as it reaches an alt…
Can you eat your way through Bangkok in a single twenty-four hour period?Food traveler Mark Wiens attempts a grueling culinary marathon across Bangkok, navigating the city from dawn until deep into the night. From hidden market stalls to bustling China…
Can you eliminate garden pests without using a single drop of pesticide?In tropical climates, managing invasive insects often feels like a chemical arms race. However, landscape experts suggest a different strategy: biological warfare. By using specif…
Can you end a chess game in just four moves?The Scholar's Mate is a rapid offensive strategy designed to end a match before it truly begins. By targeting a single vulnerability in your opponent's defense, you can force a ch…
Can you end a marriage without destroying the family?Communication expert Allison O'Brien shares how to navigate a divorce as allies rather than adversaries, focusing on a framework that protects children and fosters a new, healthy …
Can you engineer a landing system to keep a raw egg perfectly intact?NASA challenges students to design protective packaging for a raw egg, testing principles of physics like velocity and acceleration. This activity explores how to mitigate landing…- Can you engineer a pathogen capable of wiping out humanity?This video examines the mechanics of Plague Inc., a pandemic simulation where players evolve a pathogen to infect and eventually exterminate the entire human race.