instructional
34 movies and shows
Day-to-Day Track Maintenance Part II: Switches & Crossings
Wed, 02 Jan 1952
Continuing the study of the normal tasks performed by a permanent-way gang, this film deals with the maintenance of switches, common crossings and obtuse crossings. These are the fundamental units from which all track layouts, however complicated are built up.
At Your Fingertips: Cylinders
Thu, 01 Jan 1970
Instructive short on using cylinders to construct all manner of fun objects.
How to Build an Igloo
Sat, 01 Jan 1949
This classic short film shows how to make an igloo using only snow and a knife. Two Inuit men in Canada’s Far North choose the site, cut and place snow blocks and create an entrance--a shelter completed in one-and-a-half hours. The commentary explains that the interior warmth and the wind outside cement the snow blocks firmly together. As the short winter day darkens, the two builders move their caribou sleeping robes and extra skins indoors, confident of spending a snug night in the midst of the Arctic cold!
Hot Licks: Joe Morello - Drum Method 1 The Natural Approach To Technique
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Joe Morello Is One Of The Most Important Drummers In JazzAnd HereS Your Chance To Learn Directly From Him! Joe Demonstrates Roll Techniques, Matched Grip And Traditional Stick Positions, Sounds On The Drumhead, Cross Sticking, Tuning, And Much More, All Using Natural Body Movement. Plus Great Vintage Footage Of Joe In Action With The Dave Brubeck Quintet!
International Magic Presents The Derren Brown Lecture
Thu, 01 Apr 1999
International Magic Presents: The Derren Brown Lecture is an 80-minute lecture DVD of close-up mentalism and subsequent discussion of various aspects of Brown's performance. Again, this product is not intended for general consumption but is directed at magicians and mentalists only.
Ministry of Food Cookery Hints No. 1: Oatmeal Porridge
Mon, 01 Jan 1940
How to make porridge using a haybox.
Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking
Mon, 11 Dec 2006
Just suppose there was a quit smoking method which could enable any smoker to quit – immediately, permanently, and without willpower, no torturous withdrawal or weight gain, no shock tactics, pills, patches or other gimmicks. Furthermore, not only could you find it easy to quit, but you can actually enjoy the process from the moment you extinguish the last cigarette and never again feel that you miss cigarettes or smoking. This stop smoking method exists and is called Allen Carr’s Easyway.
Elmo's Magic Cookbook
Tue, 13 Mar 2001
Join Elmo and his Sesame Street pals on their most magical adventure ever! The action begins when they encounter the wish-granting Genie of the Magic Cookbook- who takes them on a guided tour of an enchanted kitchen! Also along for the mouthwatering trip: super-chef Emeril and Broadway’s Heather Headley. It’s a simply scrumptious Sesame Street story of savory surprises guaranteed to get kids cooking!
S&M: Sweat and Muscle - The Dominatrix Workout
Mon, 01 Jan 1996
An hour-long workout with a BDSM theme on a NYC rooftop, taught by a variety of instructors.
Visual Dictionary of Ballet for Children
Tue, 05 Jul 2005
A complete visual dictionary and class for the beginner ballet student. It is an invaluable training tool for the student just beginning ballet and reference guide that can be used for years to come.
Learn to Ride Like a Pro
Fri, 01 Jan 1999
Mountain Bike video instruction with Bruce Spicer : Bruce shows you how to ride gnarly singletrack, navigate switchbacks, launch big drops, hurdle obstacles and ride steeps, plus much more!
Now You're Talking!
Tue, 01 Jan 1991
Parents and Kids Talk Straight About Alcohol and Other Drugs. Does your family have trouble talking when it comes to a tough issue like alcohol and other drugs? Are you afraid to say what you really think? Clear communication is key to preventing alcohol and other drug abuse. This innovative program is designed to help your family talk straight about this critical issue. You’ll see real-life situations involving drinking or other drug use. Watch these scenes and see how parents and kids often react when faced with decisions about alcohol or other drugs. Then use the accompanying guide to discuss your feelings about what you’ve just seen. How would you respond in similar situations?
Another Romance of Celluloid: Electrical Power
Sat, 31 Dec 1938
This short begins at Boulder Dam (now Hoover Dam). The electricity generated here by the Colorado River is sent to Hollywood, where movie studios need it to make movies. After a tour of the MGM studios' power plants, we see short advertisements for upcoming MGM releases.
Make a Chair From a Tree
Fri, 01 Jan 1999
Make a Chair From a Tree presents an informative history of chairmaking and joinery. Author J. Alexander brings the old method of using wood shrinkage to join parts back to modern woodworking, from splitting and shaping wood straight from the tree to the chair as well as finishing the chair and even weaving a bark seat. Using simple hand tools, you will see how to split and shape green wood into posts, rungs, and slats.
Don't Be a Victim: Be Alert!
Tue, 01 Feb 1994
A safety guidance film that offers you tips and advice on things you can do to prevent or reduce your chances of becoming a victim of crime.
Handsaws: Tune-up, Setup & More
Sat, 10 Mar 2012
To get the best performance from your handsaws they need to fit your body and be properly set up. Host Ron Herman shares with you his years of experience with handsaws to make sure you're getting the most from these essential woodworking tools.
Build a Sturdy Workbench in Two Days with Christopher Schwarz
Fri, 15 Nov 2013
Join Christopher Schwarz for a woodworking tutorial and learn how to build a workbench in two days. With a base built from standard 4×4 lumber, a base with half-lap construction, and a top made from two IKEA countertops, the demonstrated design is a seriously sturdy bench that no one will question for quality. Once the workbench construction is complete, you’ll have no shortage of working surface or dog holes.
Cookery Hints AKA Cooking Tips
Mon, 18 Feb 1957
Little film showing a few tips on how to present food graciously. The famous husband and wife cooking team, Fanny and John Cradock, are showing some of the ways to serve savouries. The presentation of the food is as important as the food itself.
Line Dancing For Seniors
Wed, 01 Jan 1992
Line dancing is fast becoming a popular activity among senior citizens. This presents line dancing from an instructional, yet entertaining perspective. Join Dr. Grant Longley, an expert Line Dance instructor, as he guides a class step-by-step through five dances.