Great Big Story

A Macaw in the Desert? Only in Dubai

12 nov 2025

In the heart of one of the driest regions on Earth, something extraordinary is thriving, a living, breathing rainforest in the middle of Dubai. Step inside The Green Planet, a lush sanctuary where over 3,000 species of plants and animals coexist beneath a giant glass dome. It’s a bold experiment in conservation, education, and wonder, recreating the delicate balance of the Amazon right in the Middle East. Meet the passionate caretakers who rescue and protect endangered animals like the slow loris, and learn how this one-of-a-kind ecosystem is inspiring visitors to reconnect with nature, and to protect what’s left of our planet’s wild places. 0:00 – A Rainforest in the Desert 0:32 – Building the Green Planet 1:00 – Rescuing and Protecting Endangered Species 1:44 – Connecting People with Nature 2:24 – Caring for Every Creature 3:06 – Lessons from the Ecosystem 3:21 – A Call to Protect Our Planet This Great Big Story is sponsored by @museumofthefuture #dubai #greenplanet #sustainability #rainforest Welcome to Great Big Story - Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

11 Timeless Stories from Korea | The Classics

9 nov 2025

Welcome to The Classics - Our compilation series showing our favorite stories from the Great Big archive. Each episode brings together some of our most memorable Great Big Stories from years past: the dreamers, the makers, the one-of-a-kind originals. These classics remind us why some stories never fade. From timeless recipes to age-old traditions, these 11 stories celebrate the heart and soul of Korea. Step inside bustling markets, meet the master artisans preserving centuries of craftsmanship, and discover the rituals that bring people together, from the making of kimchi to the art of hanji paper. Whether it’s food, festivals, or family traditions, each story offers a window into the beauty, creativity, and enduring spirit of Korean culture. 00:00 - Introduction 00:12 - Korea’s Oldest Street Food Market 02:59 - Korea’s Candy Masters 05:46 - The Secret Sauce of Korea 08:12 - The Art of Kimchi 10:23 - Korea’s Floating Lantern Festival 11:37 - Setting the Table with Tradition 17:18 - Healing with Bamboo Salt 19:23 - The Hanji Paper Artist 23:28 - Korea’s Ultimate Hangover Cure 25:56 - 35 Generations of Hanega Vinegar 28:29 - Brewing a 300-Year-Old Drink #korea #korean #culture #kimchi #greatbigstory #truestory #documentary Welcome to Great Big Story - Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

Here's the Most Niche Esport on Earth

7 nov 2025

Welcome to Great Big Story’s Amazing Humans - our celebration of the outliers, dreamers, and everyday heroes who remind us just how extraordinary life can be. Here, we share true stories and real-life biographies that capture the weird, wonderful, and everything in between. These often untold stories sit at the heart of our DNA - portraits of creativity, courage, and curiosity in all their forms. From quiet change makers to joyful eccentrics, each film is a glimpse into what makes us beautifully complex and deeply human. Join us and meet the people who make the world a little more remarkable. And if you know someone who should be featured on the series, we'd love to hear - get in touch Most people use Excel for budgets and charts, but for Michael Jarman, it’s a way to win world championships. Originally from the UK and now based in Toronto, Michael is the reigning Excel World Champion, turning spreadsheets into a high-speed game of logic, accuracy, and endurance. Held at the HyperX Esports Arena in Las Vegas and broadcast on ESPN, the Microsoft Excel Championship transforms data into drama. Players face timed puzzles built around games like Scrabble and Monopoly, with eliminations, bonus rounds, and live commentary creating a true esport spectacle. In this film, Michael walks us through the world of Excel esports, how the competition works, how to train like a champion, and what it takes to stay on top of one of the most niche competitions on Earth. 00:00 - Meet Michael Jarman 00:13 - Welcome to the Excel World Championship 00:50 - The Origins of Competitive Excel 01:40 - Going Big in Las Vegas 02:20 - How the Competition Actually Works 02:55 - Puzzle Themes and Challenges 04:17 - The Spreadsheet Community 04:38 - Why You Should Give It a Try #microsoftexcel #esports #greatbigstory #truestory Welcome to Great Big Story - Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

10 Hidden Places You Should Explore | The Classics

2 nov 2025

Welcome to The Classics - Our compilation series showing our favorite stories from the Great Big archive. Each episode brings together some of our most memorable Great Big Stories from years past: the dreamers, the makers, the one-of-a-kind originals. These classics remind us why some stories never fade. Some places don’t show up on the usual maps. From teahouses tucked deep in the mountains to islands built by hand, these are the hidden corners of the world where people live, work, and dream in their own way. Step inside remote kitchens, underground cities, and off-grid homes, and meet the remarkable individuals who’ve found beauty in the middle of nowhere. 00:00 - Introduction 00:12 - The Journey to the World’s Most Remote Teahouse 02:41 - The Journey to Japan’s Most Remote Ramen Shop 04:58 - Living on the Most Crowded Island on Earth 06:16 - The World's Most Remote Brewery 10:35 - Living Off the Grid in Paradise 14:03 - A Spirited Journey to Kyoto’s Most Isolated Restaurant 17:42 - Off the Grid on a Homemade Island 20:07 - The Epic Journey to Britain’s Most Remote Pub 22:49 - Explore Turkey’s Hidden Underground City 24:10 - This NYC Restaurant Is Hidden in a Freight Entrance #greatbigstory #secretlocation #travel Welcome to Great Big Story - Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

Meet the Hungriest Man in History

31 oct 2025

A misunderstood marvel… or just a medical nightmare? Meet Tarrare: the 18th-century Frenchman remembered as the hungriest man alive. A man who could out-eat armies, swallowing baskets of apples whole, devouring live animals, and if you believe the records, things far, far worse. His appetite was so insatiable that doctors, generals, and horrified onlookers alike tried (and failed) to understand what fueled this walking stomach with legs. In this GBS, we sink our teeth into Tarrare’s bizarre tale, retracing his path from circus attraction to French military asset, to answer the biggest question, how on earth could this man eat so much? 00:00 - Intro 00:22 - Tarrare's early life 01:08 - The French Revolution 01:48 - The Secret Mission 02:19 - The Hospital Saga 02:55 - What was wrong with him?" #greatbigstory #hungry #mystery #history #greatbigstory #truestory Welcome to Great Big Story - Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

How These Astronauts Are Reaching for the Stars

29 oct 2025

From the heart of Dubai, a new generation of explorers is reaching for the stars. Meet Nora AlMatrooshi, the first Emirati and Arab woman astronaut, and Mohammed Al Mulla, a former Dubai police pilot turned space explorer, both training with NASA in Houston to one day journey beyond Earth’s atmosphere. At the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre, engineers and scientists are not only preparing astronauts for space but also building satellites to monitor our changing planet and developing lunar rovers to explore the Moon’s surface. Though their first lunar mission ended in a crash, the team, led by Dr. Solid Mina, rebuilt and is preparing to launch again, determined to turn setbacks into stepping stones toward the stars. From underwater astronaut training to moon-bound robots, this is the story of how the UAE is shaping the future of space exploration, and inspiring a new generation across the Arab world to dream bigger, look higher, and think beyond our planet. 00:00 - A New Era of Space Exploration 00:37 - The Spirit of Discovery 01:20 - Meet the Emirati Astronauts 01:47 - Training for Space in Houston 02:35 - Following in Historic Footsteps 03:32 - The Challenge of Zero Gravity 05:06 - Space Satellites for Earth’s Future 06:31 - Building the Next Generation of Rovers 08:25 - The Moon Mission That Changed Everything 09:33 - Lessons Learned and Looking Ahead This Great Big Story is sponsored by @museumofthefuture #spacetravel #spaceexploration #astronaut #greatbigstory Welcome to Great Big Story - Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

8 Unbelievable Stories From California | The Classics

26 oct 2025

Welcome to The Classics - Our compilation series showing our favorite stories from the Great Big archive. Each episode brings together some of our most memorable Great Big Stories from years past: the dreamers, the makers, the one-of-a-kind originals. These classics remind us why some stories never fade. From taco trucks to roller rinks, small-town mayors to prison dive schools, these are the classic California stories that capture the state’s heart and soul. Meet the people redefining food, community, and creativity in ways only Californians can. Sunshine, spirit, and a little bit of surprise, it’s all here in one collection. 00:00 - Introduction 00:17 - This Dog Is The Mayor Of My Town 11:30 - L.A.’s Best Indian Food Is in This Gas Station 13:39 - Grooving at California’s Most Retro Roller Rink 15:47 - The Car Wash With the Best Filipino Food in Cali 18:07 - This California Prison Teaches Inmates to Dive Deep 21:50 - Inside Compton's Finger-Licking Good Home Kitchen 24:14 - Bringing a Community Together Through Tacos 26:41 - The California Roll Was Invented in Canada #california #unitedstates #greatbigstory #realstory #theclassics Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

5 Ramen Bowls Every Food Lover Will Enjoy | The Classics

24 oct 2025

Welcome to The Classics - Our compilation series showing our favorite stories from the Great Big archive. Each episode brings together some of our most memorable Great Big Stories from years past: the dreamers, the makers, the one-of-a-kind originals. These classics remind us why some stories never fade. From Japan’s famous black ramen to the world of instant noodles, this episode of The Classics dives deep into everything ramen lovers crave. Watch as chefs and foodies cook, taste, and eat their way through bowls of steaming ramen soup, from spicy food challenges to comforting recipes perfected over generations. Whether it’s trying ramen noodles in Berlin, exploring Japan’s most remote ramen shop, or learning how instant ramen became a global favorite, this is a journey made for food lovers who can’t resist delicious noodles. 00:00 - Introduction 00:08 - Trying Japan’s Famous Black Ramen 03:07 - Berlin's Flying Ramen 07:52 - The Journey to Japan’s Most Remote Ramen Shop 10:06 - How Instant Ramen Became an Overnight Success 11:44 - Trying the Ramen Spice Challenge #ramen #ramennoodles #noodles #foodie Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

3 Innovations That You Won't Believe | The Classics

19 oct 2025

Welcome to The Classics - Our compilation series showing our favorite stories from the Great Big archive. Each episode brings together some of our most memorable Great Big Stories from years past: the dreamers, the makers, the one-of-a-kind originals. These classics remind us why some stories never fade. Step into the future with three groundbreaking innovations that push the limits of what it means to be human. From playing video games using only the power of your mind, to upgrading your body with an extra thumb, and even exploring virtual worlds you can smell, these inventors are redefining the boundaries between technology and the senses. These are the kinds of ideas that sound impossible, until you see them in action. 00:00 - Introduction 00:10 - Playing Video Games With Mind Control 08:18 - Upgrade Your Hand With This Extra Thumb 16:17 - Virtual Reality... That You Can Smell #science #technology #innovation #greatbigstory Welcome to Great Big Story — Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

The Men Who Babysit Manatees

17 oct 2025

Ever tried babysitting underwater? At the Amazonian Manatee Rescue Center in Iquitos, Peru, caretakers look after some of the gentlest giants of the Amazon — orphaned baby manatees. Each rescued calf arrives weak, frightened, and alone after losing its mother to hunting or habitat destruction. But thanks to the love and dedication of Juan Sanchez Babilonia and his team, these little “sea cows” get a second chance at life. From bottle-feeding to teaching them how to swim and forage again, every step brings them closer to returning home — the wild rivers of the Amazon. 00:00 - Intro 00:15 – Welcome to the Manatee Centre 00:52 – What Exactly Is a Manatee? 01.52 - Meet the Manatees 03:55 – Why Manatees Matter to the Amazon 04:42 – Finding Manatee food 05:52 – Protecting the Gentle Giants 06.40 - School trips 07:15 – Returning Home #manatees #seacows #conservation #animals Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

Meet the Eco Robot Fighting Pollution

15 oct 2025

Across the world, waterways are choking on plastic waste — but one invention is helping clean them up. Meet the Waste Shark, an aquatic drone inspired by nature, designed to collect floating debris before it reaches the ocean. We explored how the Waste Shark works, why it was created, and how it’s already transforming polluted canals, harbors, and rivers into cleaner, healthier ecosystems. From its high-tech sensors to its eco-friendly design, the Waste Shark is leading a new wave of sustainable innovation in marine conservation. Discover how cities are using this technology to protect wildlife, reduce pollution, and reclaim their waterways — one scoop at a time. 00:00 – Why Water Matters 00:35 – Meet the Waste Shark 01:47 – How the Waste Shark Collects Trash 02:34 – Collecting Vital Scientific Data 03:17 – Building a Cleaner Marine Culture This Great Big Story is sponsored by @museumofthefuture #dubai #marina #sustainability #environment #museumofthefuture Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

8 Dishes on the Menu Every Foodie Will Love | The Classics

12 oct 2025

Welcome to The Classics - Our compilation series showing our favorite stories from the Great Big archive. Each episode brings together some of our most memorable Great Big Stories from years past: the dreamers, the makers, the one-of-a-kind originals. These classics remind us why some stories never fade. From New York’s perfect pie to Sweden’s sandwich cake and Japan’s giant sushi, take a trip around the world one bite at a time. These are 8 dishes every foodie will love, and are a celebration of flavor, craft, and the stories behind every plate. 00:00 – Introduction 00:10 – Is This the Best Pie in New York? 08:17 – Sweden’s Sandwich Cake – Smörgåstårta 12:24 – Eating Japan’s Biggest Sushi 15:19 – Kimchi: A Story of Love and Patience 17:31 – Why the Vada Pav Is Mumbai’s Best Sandwich 20:29 – The Best Baguette in Paris 23:12 – Cheese Tea Is China’s Latest Drink Sensation 25:11 – How Zanzibar Pizza Is a Different Kind of Slice Welcome to Great Big Story — Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

5 Reasons Life in the Arctic Circle Is Brutal

10 oct 2025

In Svalbard - a remote archipelago halfway between Norway and the North Pole - life is as extreme as it gets. The people of Longyearbyen, the world’s northernmost town, face months without sunlight, sub-zero temperatures, and the constant threat of avalanches. Yet for those who call it home, this frozen frontier is full of beauty, resilience, and unexpected warmth. From the eerie silence of the polar night to the dazzling summer sun that never sets, this film explores what daily life looks like in one of the most isolated communities on Earth. We join locals who’ve learned to adapt - from tour guides leading visitors across glaciers and fjords, to families finding comfort in the long winters. 00:00 - Intro 00:37 - Polar Bears 01:17 - Carrying Arms 02:07 - Avalanches 03:07 - Permission to die 03:51 - 24 Hour Darkness #svalbard #norwegian #arctic#polarbear #ice #glacier #survival #arcticcircle Producer - Stuart Smillie Camera - Steven Kelly Edit - Matt Taylor Graphics - Will Minns Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

5 Extraordinary People You Can’t Help But Admire | The Classics

5 oct 2025

Welcome to The Classics - Our compilation series showing our favorite stories from the Great Big archive. Each episode brings together some of our most memorable Great Big Stories from years past: the dreamers, the makers, the one-of-a-kind originals. These classics remind us why some stories never fade. Meet five extraordinary individuals who defy limits, challenge expectations, and inspire awe. From record-breaking feats to unimaginable creativity, these are the stories of people you simply can’t help but admire! 00:00 - Introduction 00:11 – Meet the World’s Youngest Professor 08:07 – The Chef Who Can’t Eat What She Cooks 11:36 – I Ran 365 Marathons In 365 Days 16:13 – Hollywood’s Horror Chef 21:14 – The DJ Who Turned Himself Into a Lobster Welcome to Great Big Story — Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. #greatbigstory #amazingpeople #amazinghumans Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

WWII’s Secret Weapon: A Bear Named Wojtek

3 oct 2025

Wojtek the Soldier Bear, a whisky-drinking, cigarette-pinching, ammo-carrying companion of the Polish Army in World War II, marched with troops all the way to the Battle of Monte Cassino. This true story of WW2 heroes follows how a bear traded into the Polish army became one of the soldiers, carrying artillery, sharing rations, and earning a place in the history of World War 2 as one of the most unforgettable stories of the war, the army, and the courage of men and one very extraordinary bear. 00:00 – Meet Wojtek, the Whisky-Drinking Soldier Bear 00:25 – From Iran to the Polish Army 00:50 – Raising a Bear Among Soldiers 01:01 – Grown Up and Ready for Action 01:18 – No Bears Allowed… 01:35 – Monte Cassino: Bear on the Frontline 02:04 – After the War: A Hero’s Journey Home" #worldwar2 #wwii #wojtekbear #history Producer - Stuart Smillie Camera - Matt Taylor Edit - Matt Taylor Graphics - Will Minns Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

Meet The Artists Using Tech as their Canvas

1 oct 2025

In a world where art and technology collide, a new frontier is emerging in Dubai. Featuring Emirati artist Mouza Al Hamrani and Italian artist Ila Colombo, these two creatives are redefining how art and technology intersect. Mouza draws on her heritage and the early 2000s internet culture of the Gulf, using humor, nostalgia, and digital tools to create work that reflects her lived experience. Ila, a multidisciplinary illustrator, blends design and storytelling to produce striking visuals that connect global audiences to complex ideas in fresh, accessible ways. From Dubai’s cultural landscape to the digital frontier, this film shows how both artists use technology not just as a tool, but as a canvas that is shaping immersive, authentic works that speak to the future of art itself. This Great Big Story is sponsored by @museumofthefuture 00:00 Art in a tech-driven world 01:10 The human story through art 01:45 Exploring digital blurriness 02:51 Creative journeys unfold 04:28 Interactive art experiences 05:06 Why artists like working in Dubai #Dubai #museumofthefuture #museumofthefuturedubai #GreatBigStory #sponsor Welcome to Great Big Story — Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

4 Unique Bites That Will Surprise You | The Classics

28 sept 2025

Welcome to The Classics - Our compilation series showing our favorite stories from the Great Big archive. Each episode brings together some of our most memorable Great Big Stories from years past: the dreamers, the makers, the one-of-a-kind originals. These classics remind us why some stories never fade. Get ready for four truly unexpected dishes that challenge everything you think you know about food. From a steakhouse serving 3D-printed vegan meat to pancakes made with blood, a dessert that only looks like an avocado, and cookies designed to fight malnutrition in Kenya, these stories show how creativity, culture, and innovation are reshaping what we eat. These are not your average bites. 00:00 - Introduction 00:13 - 3D Printed Vegan Meat 03:58 - Making Pancakes with Blood 09:51 - This is not an Avocado 12:53 - The Cookie that Fights Malnutrition #food #foodanddrink #cuisine #tasty Welcome to Great Big Story — Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

UNO Origins: How a family game got serious

26 sept 2025

UNO isn’t just a card game — it’s a global phenomenon. Like Monopoly, Clue, and Scrabble, UNO has earned its place in the hall of legendary games. With its bright colors, fast-paced gameplay, and infamous “Draw Four” drama, it’s brought families together — and torn them apart — for over 50 years. In this video, we explore how UNO became a cultural staple, break down the official rules (including a few that might surprise you), and meet the world’s very first UNO champion. He’ll share his winning strategies, sneaky tactics, and expert insights to help you level up your game. Whether you play for fun or play to win, this is everything you need to know to become an UNO champion. 00:00 - Intro 00:30 - The Game 01:24 - The Inventor 02:23 - The Champion 04:12 - The Tips Lead Producer - Annabel Fraser Camera - Annabel Fraser & Lou Nakasako Edit - Annabel Fraser & Matt Taylor Graphics - Will Minns #uno #cardgame #greatbigstory #games Welcome to Great Big Story — Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

5 Festivals You Won’t Believe Actually Exist | The Classics

21 sept 2025

Welcome to The Classics - Our compilation series showing our favorite stories from the Great Big archive. Each episode brings together some of our most memorable Great Big Stories from years past: the dreamers, the makers, the one-of-a-kind originals. These classics remind us why some stories never fade. This is a special compilation celebrating some of the world’s most unusual festivals. From fiery pagan rituals in Scotland to onion feasts in Spain, rocket launches in Thailand, and even a funeral for a fish, these are the wild, joyful, and downright unexpected ways communities come together to celebrate. 00:00 - Introduction 00:17 We Went to Scotland's Wildest Pagan Festival 09:27 The Onion With Its Own Festival - Calçotada 13:51 Thailand’s Homemade Rocket Festival 17:02 This Spanish Festival Is a Funeral For a Fish 21:14 Australia’s Craziest Water Fight #festivals #culture #greatbigstory #truestory Welcome to Great Big Story — Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

The Dogs Turning Dorset Into a Surfing Paradise

19 sept 2025

Every summer in Dorset, Britain’s coast becomes home to one of the most eccentric festivals you’ll find: the Dog Surfing Championship. What began in 2018 as a quirky beachside idea has grown into a full-scale surf festival, where pets take to the ocean in style. From canine paddleboard races to celebrity-judged surf heats, dogs in sunglasses and Hawaiian shirts ride the waves alongside their humans. With training from expert behaviourists, live commentary on the sand, and returning surfboard champions like Chuck Norris and Bear, this joyful competition is part race, part spectacle, and all heart. 00:00 - Welcome to dog surfing 01:00 - How it all began 01:46 - Mark's partner in surf 02:19 - Training your dog to surf 03:44 - How the day runs 04:16 - Doggy distractions 04:46 - Dog safety 05:21 - The grand final 06:00 - Community conclusions #doglife #surfing #doglove #greatbigstory #truestory Welcome to Great Big Story — Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

Inside Dubai’s Push for Sustainable Design

17 sept 2025

In Dubai 🇦🇪 , designer Chinara Darwish is giving plastic waste a second life. From old road barriers to worn-out marine buoys, she melts and remakes discarded materials into bold furniture and everyday items. What once was industrial scrap now becomes colorful design, a process that turns pollution into possibility, and waste into something worth keeping. This Great Big Story is sponsored by @museumofthefuture 00:00 – Waste in Design 00:26 – Plastic’s Potential 00:44 – UAE Innovation 01:16 – Recycling in Action 01:51 – From Waste to Furniture 02:52 – A Mother’s Journey 03:26 – Products with Second Life 03:53 – Future of Sustainability #Dubai #museumofthefuture #museumofthefuturedubai #GreatBigStory #sponsor Welcome to Great Big Story — Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Join us on Snapchat: https://story.snapchat.com/p/18450982-0867-49c9-b4ac-2a534d1c86aa Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

5 Stories from Japan You Won’t Believe | The Classics

14 sept 2025

Welcome to The Classics - Our compilation series showing our favorite stories from the Great Big archive. Each episode brings together some of our most memorable Great Big Stories from years past: the dreamers, the makers, the one-of-a-kind originals. These classics remind us why some stories never fade. We’ve gathered some of our favorite tales from Japan into one unforgettable compilation. From extreme snowball fights to the world’s stinkiest superfood, these are 5 stories from Japan you won’t believe. Along the way, discover women’s wrestling, haggis with a Japanese twist, and a tiny workshop making guitars for rock legends! 00:00 - Introduction 00:16 - Japan’s Intense Snowball Fighting Sport 06:22 - What is Japan's Stinkiest Superfood? 12:23 - This Is Japanese Women's Wrestling 20:45 - How Haggis Made It Big In Japan 24:46 - This Japanese Workshop Makes Guitars For Rock Icons #japan #japanese #japaneseculture #greatbigstory #truestory Welcome to Great Big Story — Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

A Day in the life at Mascot School

12 sept 2025

At first glance, being a mascot might look like all fun and games — but at Keystone Mascots training camp, it’s serious business. Founded and run by Erin, the camp teaches aspiring mascots how to master the craft, from perfecting the famous mascot walk to dancing, working with oversized props, and even pulling off a few magic tricks. Trainees also study videos of other mascots in action, learning how to connect with crowds and bring their characters to life.The program all leads up to a live performance at a baseball game, where the mascots finally get the chance to test their new skills in front of an audience. 00:00 - Welcome to Mascot Camp 01:00 - Learning the Mascot Walk 01:39 - Meet the Camp Director 02:32 - A day at mascot camp 03:09 - Meet the mascots 04:28 - Performing at a baseball game 06:03 - More Than Just Training #mascot #sports #costumes #acting Welcome to Great Big Story — Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

5 Fascinating Tales about Tea | The Classics

7 sept 2025

Welcome to The Classics - Our compilation series showing our favorite stories from the Great Big archive. Each episode brings together some of our most memorable Great Big Stories from years past: the dreamers, the makers, the one-of-a-kind originals. These classics remind us why some stories never fade. From ancient tea forests in China to the modern craze of cheese tea, this compilation explores how one humble leaf has shaped cultures, traditions, and trends around the world. Discover the origins of kombucha, the secrets of the world’s best green tea, and how Britain’s love affair with tea began. 00:00 - Introduction 00:12 - Cheese Tea Is China’s Latest Drink Sensation 02:12 - Your Kombucha Isn’t Actually Kombucha 04:37 - Searching for China’s Ancient Tea Leaves 07:17 - How Tea Time Came to England 08:58 - The Secret Behind the World’s Best Green Tea #tea #teatime #realstory #greatbigstory Welcome to Great Big Story — Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. #teatime #tea #drinks #culture #global Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

Meet the Amphicar: The Car That Swims

5 sept 2025

It drives like a car, floats like a boat, and turns heads wherever it goes — meet the Amphicar 770, the legendary amphibious car that swims. A marvel of 1960s engineering and pure retro charm, this quirky vehicle was part sports car, part speedboat, and 100% unforgettable. In this story, we dive into the surprising history of the world’s most iconic boat car. We hit the road (and the water) with David Chapman, a devoted Amphicar superfan who’s owned 15 of them. He shares his passion, his best driving tips, and the remarkable tale of the time his Amphicar turned into a life-saving rescue craft during a flash flood. 00:00 - Meet the Amphicar 770 00:49 - Part 1: The Amphusiast 01:57 - Part 2: A Murky History 02:49 - Part 3: Why Aren't We All Driving Swimming Cars? 04:18 - The 007 Mission #amphicar #cars #boats #vehicles Welcome to Great Big Story — Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

5 Incredible WW2 Stories You’ve Never Heard

31 ago 2025

From candy that saved soldiers to a tiny dog turned hero, here are five surprising World War II stories, including chocolate bombs, Operation Mincemeat, and even Chef Boyardee’s role in the war. #ww2 #worldwar2 #military #history 00:00 - Introduction 00:13 - The WWII Bomber Who Dropped Chocolate Over Germany 02:12 - Operation Mincemeat: The Trojan Horse of World War II 03:59 - How Tootsie Rolls Saved the Troops 05:10 - Chef Boyardee Goes to War 06:44 - The Tiny Dog Who Became a World War II Hero Welcome to Great Big Story — Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

Backgammon: The World’s Oldest Board Game

29 ago 2025

Backgammon is one of the oldest board games in the world, with origins stretching back thousands of years. Played with nothing more than dice and strategy, it has stood the test of time, from ancient civilizations to today’s competitive arenas. But beyond its long history lies a very human story. Meet Akiko Yazawa, a Backgammon World Champion who not only mastered the game but also overcame a battle with cancer. In this film, you’ll learn the origins of backgammon, how to play it, and the strategies that separate casual players from championsl, and discover how one woman’s fight for her life made her unstoppable at the world’s oldest board game. 00:00 - Intro: The World's Oldest Game 00:14 - What You'll Learn 00:25 - Backgammon Basics 01:18 - The Ancient Origins 02:02 - Key Strategies 02:52 - Common Mistakes to Avoid 03:45 - How to Win at Backgammon 04:30 - Final Tips and Recap #backgammon #boardgames #dice #games Welcome to Great Big Story — Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

Two Ice Cream Scoops With a Twist

26 ago 2025

From Germany’s spaghetti-shaped sundae to Turkey’s stretchy, un-meltable delight, these aren’t your average scoops. Meet the makers behind two of the world’s most unusual ice creams, and discover why dessert is never quite what it seems. 00:00 - Eating Spaghetti Ice Cream in Germany 02:43 - This Turkish Ice Cream Doesn’t Melt #icecream #food #foodanddrink #dessert #frozendessert Welcome to Great Big Story — Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

4 Delicious Bakes Fresh from the Oven | The Classics

24 ago 2025

Welcome to The Classics - Our compilation series showing our favorite stories from the Great Big archive. Each episode brings together some of our most memorable Great Big Stories from years past: the dreamers, the makers, the one-of-a-kind originals. These classics remind us why some stories never fade. From secret recipes locked away in Lisbon to the battle of bagels between New York and Montreal, this collection is a journey through ovens around the world. Meet the Parisian baker supplying bread to the president, indulge in Brittany’s buttery Kouign-amann, and watch Georgian bakers dive headfirst into clay ovens for the love of tradition. These are four bakes fresh from the oven—each with its own story to savor. 00:00 - Introduction 00:11 - Portugal’s National Treasure 02:34 - The Great Bagel Rivalry 05:29 - The Best Baguette in Paris 08:10 - The Fattiest Pastry in Europe 10:46 - He Dives into Ovens to Bake Bread Welcome to Great Big Story — Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. #baking #bakery #sweets #recipes #cooking #foodanddrink Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Join us on Snapchat: https://story.snapchat.com/p/18450982-0867-49c9-b4ac-2a534d1c86aa Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/

The DnD Campaign That Outlived Most Friendships

22 ago 2025

With its rich storytelling, elaborate campaigns and characters, and immersive fantasy worlds, Dungeons & Dragons is the ultimate tabletop role-playing game. In 1982, at just 14 years old, Dungeon Master Robert Wardhaugh began a campaign that’s still running many years later. Based out of his basement in London, Canada, players from across the country gather to take part in one of the longest-running D&D campaigns in history. But how do you play it? And most importantly, how do you play it well? In this episode, Great Big Story returns to Robert’s legendary game to explore its evolution, the secrets to a campaign’s longevity, and what it takes to play (and master) D&D for life. 00:00 - Introduction 00:42 - The Game 02:47 - The History 03:54 - Meet Robert Wardhaugh 05:38 - D&D Tips 07:50 - Outro Lead Producer: Sofia Couceiro Camera: Matt Taylor & Kyle Sawyer Editor: Sofia Couceiro & Matt Taylor Got a story idea for us? Send us an email at pitch [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com 📧 Get exclusive GBS items from our online store 🛒 👉 https://shop.greatbigstory.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://buff.ly/41yqVHF NOTIFICATIONS: Make sure you enable the 🔔 to get notified about our latest video publishes. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatbigstory Check us out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greatbigstory Join us on Snapchat: https://story.snapchat.com/p/18450982-0867-49c9-b4ac-2a534d1c86aa Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory Give us a shout on Twitter: https://twitter.com/greatbigstory Sign up to our newsletter: https://greatbigstory.com/signup/ Welcome to Great Big Story — Where the extraordinary hides in plain sight. From forgotten histories and unsung heroes to mind-blowing innovations and mesmerising cultures, We’re a global storytelling collective obsessed with the extraordinary tucked inside the everyday. Our producers are filmmakers, adventurers, and curious souls who believe a great story can change how you see the world. We publish new videos every week. Please join us in exploring a world of fascinating perspectives around history, culture, technology, food, real life stories, and beyond. #dungeonsanddragons #gamelover #dnd #dndstory