Get Sleepy: Sleep meditation and stories The Sleepy History of the Times Square Ball Drop
Dec 27, 2023
Explore the origins and evolution of the Times Square ball drop as a New Year's Eve tradition, from time balls to the modern-day celebrations. Learn about the history of timekeeping and precision instruments. Discover the planning and execution of a spectacular one-second display in 1988. Find out about the changes made to the Times Square Ball over the years. Dive into the tradition of tossing confetti during the event, including efforts to make it recyclable and biodegradable.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Exploring the Tradition of the New Year's Eve Ball Drop
03:59 • 8min
The Evolution of Timekeeping and the Invention of Precision Instruments
12:15 • 2min
The History of Time Balls and Their Significance
14:31 • 3min
The Evolution of the Times Square Ball Drop
17:47 • 20min
The Evolution of the Times Square Ball
37:19 • 9min
The Tradition of Tossing Confetti
46:22 • 13min