SmarterEveryDay Courses

Understanding Gyroscopic Precession

Explore the fascinating physics of gyroscopic precession through hands-on demonstrations and clear explanations of this counterintuitive mechanical phenomenon.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Refueling a Nuclear Reactor - Smarter Every Day 311

Explore the intricate process of nuclear reactor refueling at Browns Ferry Plant, uncovering the engineering marvels and safety protocols behind this critical operation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 46 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Kilimanjaro Temperature Experiment

Explore the fascinating temperature changes during a Kilimanjaro climb through scientific experiments and breathtaking footage. Gain insights into high-altitude physics and mountaineering challenges.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Why Three Barrels Are Harder to Aim Than One - A High-Speed Analysis

Explore the fascinating physics behind multi-barrel firearms through stunning 44,000 fps slow-motion footage, revealing why three barrels create more challenging aiming dynamics than single barrels.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Mystery of Impact Flashes

Explore the fascinating phenomenon of mechanoluminescence as Destin investigates why certain materials emit light when struck, featuring collaborations with popular YouTube science channels and high-speed footage.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How Disc Golf Discs Are Made - MVP Manufacturing Tour

Explore the fascinating process of disc golf disc manufacturing with an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour at MVP, revealing innovative techniques and insider insights into this growing sport.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Nature's Incredible Rotating Electric Motor - Smarter Every Day 300

Explore the fascinating world of bacterial flagella, nature's electric rotating motor. Discover groundbreaking research on this microscopic marvel and its implications for science and technology.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Exploring the World's First Nuclear Power Plant - How Nuclear Reactors Work

Explore the groundbreaking history and operational mechanics of EBR-1, the world's pioneering nuclear power facility, through an engaging guided tour and technical breakdown.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Think About Radiation - Entering a Nuclear Power Plant

Explore radiation concepts and nuclear power plant operations through an immersive 42-minute journey inside the Browns Ferry facility with scientific explanations.

• YouTube
• 42 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

I Tried To Make Something In America - The Smarter Scrubber Experiment

Discover the challenges and complexities of manufacturing a simple product entirely in America through an engineer's real-world experiment with creating a BBQ scrubber.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Pompeii Changed How I Think About The Roman Empire

Explore Pompeii's preserved ruins and discover how this ancient city reveals surprising truths about Roman daily life, technology, and society through expert-guided archaeological insights.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video