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This lecture, directed by Jehane Noujaim, explores how Americans, as consumers in a rapidly growing world economy, have an insatiable appetite for the next greatest electronic gadget. But can we consume cheap imported products without exploiting someone in the supply chain? Part of WE THE ECONOMY, a series of short films developed by renowned filmmakers and apanel of top economic experts, meant to provoke thought and discussion about fundamental and...
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In this lecture launcher director Miao Wang turns a cinematic lens on the interconnected narratives of everyday workers, leaders and business executives, and local community members in South Carolina, providing a nuanced perspective on China's economic boom, version 2.0, and its promising impact on the U.S. economy. Part of WE THE ECONOMY, a series of short films developed by renowned filmmakers and apanel of top economic experts, meant to provoke...
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A moving portrait of Hilary Lister, a quadriplegic champion sailor whose metal-and-circuit-board navigational tool, invented with friends, led her to conquer the oceans of the world. Phil Cox is the award-winning director of We Are the Indians and The Bengali Detective, recently seen on HBO.
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This lecture launcher directed by James Schamus poses the question: Do you think that a dollar bill is money and that banks are where your cash is stored and safeguarded? Part of WE THE ECONOMY, a series of short films developed by renowned filmmakers and apanel of top economic experts, meant to provoke thought and discussion about fundamental and topical economicissues and concepts. Viewable/printable instructor's guides are available.
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This lecture launcher explores how Americans spend a lot of time arguing over how our tax dollars are spent, but might be focusing on the wrong information. Two-time Oscar winning director Barbara Kopple focuses her lens on answers that many may find startling. Part of WE THE ECONOMY, a series of short films developed by renowned filmmakers and apanel of top economic experts, meant to provoke thought and discussion about fundamental and topical economicissues...
7) Protovillage
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Kalyan Akkipeddi introduces Protovillage, a replicable model for integrated rural development in Andhra Pradesh, India.
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This lecture launcher poses the question: What does it mean to have a globalized economy? And is it good for us? Director Bob Balaban wrangles seven experts to break it all down as a troupe of comedic actors enliven the commentary. Part of WE THE ECONOMY, a series of short films developed by renowned filmmakers and apanel of top economic experts, meant to provoke thought and discussion about fundamental and topical economicissues and concepts.
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On the heels of the financial crisis, Wall Street for some has become synonymous with corruption and greed. In this lecture launcher, Director Joe Berlinger takes us to the epicenter of the financial world - the New York Stock Exchange - to learn how Wall Street really influences the economy and impacts all of our lives. Part of WE THE ECONOMY, a series of short films developed by renowned filmmakers and apanel of top economic experts, meant to provoke...
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Dr Edie Widder takes us on a journey deep under the sea. She's used pioneering research with bioluminescent sea creatures to help us shine a light on the levels of pollution we're producing above the ground. Edie's love of the sea - and the simplicity of good science - shine through this journey of wonder. Directed by Alex Gibney.
12) Solar Roadways
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What if roads and highways were solar, fueling enough energy to power electric vehicles as well as nearby communities? Directed by Michele Ohayon.
13) In Your Head
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Can virtual reality control pain? Interface designer Dr. Diane Gromala has experienced chronic pain for the last 25 years. Working with concepts of mindfulness meditation, where a patient focuses on their pain to control it, Dr. Gromala and her team have built an immersive virtual reality environment that allows patients to interface with the self by using biofeedback and sensory cues to moderate pain levels.
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This lecture launcher directed by Steve James shows how Seattle became ground zero in 2013 for the heated national debate about increasing the minimum wage to $15 per hour. "The Value of Work" gives voice to supporters and the opponents, including the mayor, an activist city councilwoman, small business owners, and minimum-wage workers affected by the unprecedented legislation. Part of WE THE ECONOMY, a series of short films developed by renowned...
15) WE THE ECONOMY
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In this whimsical lecture launcher directed by Catherine Hardwicke, Federal Reserve Chairman Rob Rafaelson awakes with amnesia only moments before a big press conference, his children, maid and intern must explain the Fed to him using the only thing handy: the children's toys. Part of WE THE ECONOMY, a series of short films developed by renowned filmmakers and apanel of top economic experts, meant to provoke thought and discussion about fundamental...
18) The Contenders
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Biologists spent ten years trying to map the structure of the elusive Mason Pfizer Monkey Virus, a problem that could unlock the cure for AIDS. The Contenders solved it in three weeks. Using the online puzzle game Fold It, scientists are enlisting video gamers to solve real- world problems.
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This lecture launcher directed by Ramin Bahrani takes place in an idyllic suburban neighborhood where Jerry (Patton Oswalt) runs his big business lemonade stand and has the market cornered - until ten-year-old Addie (Taylor Buck) opens her own stand across the street. Competition equals war, and both sides use - and abuse - a government regulator (Mo Collins) to try and win. In the end, one special customer (Werner Herzog) will decide their fate....
20) The Red Dot
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While a sophomore in high school, Riley Ennis used a protein from horseshoe crabs to train the immune system of an octopus to detect and destroy cancerous cells. This innocent first experiment has had rippling effects in the world of cancer research.