True Stories

My new TED-Ed video has posted.

Check it out here

or on TED-Ed for the full lesson (with supplemental materials): https://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-true-story-of-true-gina-cooke

I hope you enjoy it!

10 Comments

  1. Dan Allen says:

    “The stories of words landscape our language, capturing the rains and sunshines of generations…” In the orchard of awe-inspiring truths presented in this video, that was the line that made me gasp out loud. Brilliant, Gina. Thank you.

  2. Today when I hike on the new trail we’re building through the trees, along the river, I will think about words and the roots of truth. Lovely.

  3. Gail Venable says:

    This is genius, Gina. And so gorgeous to watch! A perfect blend of science and art.

  4. Robyn Dalrymple says:

    WOW!!! Thanks Gina! You are truly amazing and inspiring. I’m sharing this with everybody. I can’t wait for the next one! Robyn

  5. Marcia Johnson says:

    Truly a gem. But I miss your voice with it’s distinctive lisp! Thank you Gina once again for your insight and hard work. Marcia

  6. jessjennison says:

    I really enjoyed this and thanks for putting etymology out there on TED and in the big blog world! It’s nice to hear someone explain so clearly how words work and why they are so interesting.

  7. Stefanie George says:

    Fantastisch, Gina! Ich halte Dir die Treue. Danke!

  8. […] Artist Brad Purnell served as the animated for this project. Gina Cooke, a language expert and the blogger behind LEX, took on the role of educator. In the past, Cooke crafted TED-Ed lessons called “Why is There […]

  9. […] Artist Brad Purnell served as the animated for this project. Gina Cooke, a language expert and the blogger behind LEX, took on the role of educator. In the past, Cooke crafted TED-Ed lessons called “Why is There […]

  10. Tiiu says:

    I would love to see more of your videos on TED-Ed. They are so profound and amazing! Thank you!

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