Videos by Great Big Story
Visit the Island Run by Women 3 min
3 min · On the little island of Kihnu, seven miles off the coast of Estonia, women run the show. The island still functions as one of the last matriarchal societies left in the world...
Becoming Mr. Roger's Neighbor 2 min
2 min · Mister Rogers' Neighborhood was a hugely important kids' show, but for more than you may think.
One Man's Mission to Preserve the Sound of Silence 3 min
3 min · Gordon Hempton is on a personal quest to preserve silence in nature. The “sound-tracker” circles the globe recording vanishing sounds, including the most elusive one of all: silence. In...
Up Close and Personal With Norwegian Orcas 2 min
2 min · Every winter, Norwegian marine biologist Andreas B. Heide sails north in search of whales, especially orcas. He's not just there to document these incredible creatures from the boat...
Dreams of My Children - A Syrian Refugee's Plea 5 min
5 min · Hala and her family are from the Syrian city of Aleppo. In 2012, her husband was kidnapped and she and her four children fled to Germany. Now, as the family tries to rebuild their life...
3 Women Redefining Strength 14 min
14 min · In this short film we meet three women; a wrestler, a skater and a boxer - with the heart, resilience and dedication of champions.
Incredible Stories From 5 Inspirational Farms 12 min
12 min · In this series of 5 short films we visit five farms where incredible things sprout. From growing massive, 100-pound vegetables to giving injured animals another chance, these are the...
8 Astounding Places That Convey The Beauty and Wonder of The Earth 10 min
10 min · From Chile's marble caves to the blue buildings of Jaipur in India, here are eight stunning places that showcase awesome natural and man-made sights.
The Waterkeeper Protecting Iraq's Ancient River 2 min
2 min · Nabil Musa is the first "waterkeeper" in Iraq and the Middle East. His mission is to protect the waterways of northern Iraq, and specifically, the upper Tigris River, so that its water...
Willie Nelson Has Some Advice for You: Don't Be An A**hole 2 min
2 min · Since childhood, Willie Nelson has been living by the golden rule. In this episode of "Hey Willie," the superstar talks about applying the golden rule to his everyday life and lending a...
This Off Grid Handmade Island is One of the Most Amazing Homes in the World 3 min
3 min · Floating off the coast of Vancouver Island, a 45-minute boat ride to the nearest town, is a sustainable island fortress complete with a dance floor, art gallery and garden. For artists...
Whistling in the Wind: Preserving a Language Without Words 4 min
4 min · On La Gomera, a small island in Spain’s Canary Islands, the last speakers of a language without words reside. "El Silbo," a whistled communication used in rural and isolated areas, is...
ReWilding Europe, One Bison at a Time 3 min
3 min · When you think of Europe, wild animals roaming through open fields isn't the first thing that comes to mind, right? Well, you might be surprised to learn that 18 percent of Europe's land...
Fighting Food Waste on the US/Mexico Border 3 min
3 min · More than one thousand commercial trucks cross the U.S.-Mexico border in Nogales, Ariz. every day, many of them filled with produce. Much of that food would go to waste if not for the...
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