Erudites' Early Espressos

Did you know that the Earth is closest to the Sun every year around January 3rd? That's right, it's called Perihelion Day and it has nothing to do with the seasons. In fact, it's winter in the northern hemisphere and summer in the southern hemisphere when it happens. How crazy is that? In this video we'll discover this cosmic phenomenon. Trust me, you don't want to miss this. It's a hot topic! 🌞🌎

Dive into the whimsical world of Don Quixote with our 10-minute escapade! 🎭 From tilting at windmills to questing for chivalrous ideals, we’re decoding the antics of literature’s most endearing knight-errant. 🏰✨ Get ready for a fun-filled journey that’s as quirky as it is enlightening—all in the span of your coffee break! ☕️📚

Did you know that braille was invented by a blind teenager in the 19th century? In this short video, we'll tell you the amazing story of how Louis Braille created a system of raised dots that changed the lives of millions of visually impaired people. And today (Jan 4th) is Louis Braille's birthday! Thank you, Louis!

Earthquakes are amazing and terrifying. Discover how they occur and watch some incredible ones. This short video will make you tremble!

Do you want to know the secret to loving life? It's simple: love everything that happens to you, even the crappy stuff. That's what Amor Fati means. It's a fancy Latin term that Nietzsche came up with to describe his philosophy of embracing your fate and saying yes to life, no matter how much it sucks. This is "Amor Fati: the ultimate love story". Or maybe the ultimate comedy. You decide. #nietzsche #philosophy #amorfati #love #fate #shorts

Tourette syndrome is a condition that makes people have tics, which are involuntary movements or sounds. Tics can be simple or complex, and they can change over time. Tourette syndrome is not a mental illness, and it does not affect intelligence or personality. There is no cure, but there are treatments that can help. Watch this video to learn more! #tourettesyndrome #awareness #neurodiversity #funfacts #youtubeshorts #shorts

What do Zoroastrianism and Christmas have in common? Find out in this youtube short video, where we follow the journey of the three wise men (or magi) who traveled from Persia to Bethlehem to see baby Jesus. Along the way, we learn about their beliefs, practices and rituals, and how they influenced Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Don't miss this fun and informative video that will make you laugh and think! #magi #christmas #wisemen #zoroastrianism #religion #bethlehem #christian #bible #gift

Dive into the laugh-out-loud origins of Viagra in this quick and quirky Erudites’ Early Espresso Short. Discover how a serendipitous discovery led to the rise of the little blue pill that revolutionized romance!