Pop Culture Courses and Certifications

Pop Culture Oil Painting with a Surreal Twist

Learn to create surreal oil paintings inspired by everyday culture, from the initial concept to the final glaze

• Domestika
• 1 hour 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Wwise Game Audio Fundamentals

15 ratings at Pluralsight

This course will teach you a basic understanding of standard game audio implementation techniques using the industry standard software, Wwise. This knowledge will empower you to add responsive and dynamic audio to video games efficiently. Software requir…

• Pluralsight
• 3 hours 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Pixologic ZBrush

Hasbro Toys - Star Wars Rey Skywalker Toy & More with ZBrush - ZBrush Summit 2019

Explore toy manufacturing with Hasbro's Paul Bennett, covering stylization, sculpting, rapid prototyping, articulation, and production influences, focusing on Star Wars Rey Skywalker figure creation using ZBrush.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

javidx9

NES Emulator - PPU Background Rendering - Part 4

Explore NES emulator development, focusing on PPU background rendering, including pixels, palettes, nametables, and video memory addressing for a comprehensive understanding.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

javidx9

NES Emulator Development - Part 1: Bitwise Basics and Overview

Learn to build an 8-bit console emulator from scratch, covering bitwise operations, data structures, and NES hardware components in this comprehensive tutorial.

• YouTube
• 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Scripting Justice: The Impact of Entertainment on Criminal Justice - Rashad Robinson

Rashad Robinson discusses how entertainment shapes public perception of criminal justice, Color of Change's efforts to improve media representations, and the impact of pop culture on reform initiatives.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Tasting History with Max Miller

Eating like a Lighthouse Keeper from the 1800s

Explore 19th-century lighthouse keeper cuisine, featuring hearty dishes and preserved foods. Discover historical cooking techniques and ingredients that sustained isolated maritime workers.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Tasting History with Max Miller

Pemmican: History's Power Bar

Explore the history and preparation of pemmican, a nutrient-dense food used by indigenous peoples and explorers. Learn about its cultural significance and practical applications as a long-lasting energy source.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Tasting History with Max Miller

Medieval Irish Food: Peasant to King

Explore medieval Irish cuisine from peasant fare to royal feasts. Learn about traditional ingredients, cooking methods, and cultural significance of food in medieval Ireland.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Tasting History with Max Miller

Samosas of Mughal India

Explore the history and cultural significance of samosas in Mughal India, tracing their origins and evolution. Discover traditional recipes and learn about their impact on Indian cuisine.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Tasting History with Max Miller

1600s Chicken and Cherries Recipe - Historical Cooking with Ken Albala

Explore 17th-century cuisine with Ken Albala as he prepares a delectable chicken and cherry dish, blending historical cooking techniques with modern culinary insights.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TEDx

Intersections - Origins of Gender & Neurodiversity

Explore the fascinating intersection of gender diversity and neurodiversity through personal insights, pop culture references, and statistical evidence in this thought-provoking TEDx talk.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

GOTO Conferences

The Simpsons and Their Mathematical Secrets

Discover hidden mathematical gems in The Simpsons with author Simon Singh. Explore the fascinating intersection of math and comedy, and gain insights into the beauty of proofs and the importance of math education.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

How Love Can Help Repair Social Inequality

Chloé Valdary explores how pop culture examples demonstrate our shared humanity, fostering self-love and social change. She emphasizes love's role in connection, healing, and collective progress.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

OWASP Foundation

Preserving Arcade Games - Techniques and Challenges

Explore techniques for preserving classic arcade games, including emulation, reverse engineering, and digital archiving. Learn about challenges and solutions in game preservation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video