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5-Minute Videos are the flagship viral product that put PragerU on the map. They take the best ideas from the best minds and distill them into five focused minutes. Listen to hundreds of 5-Minute Videos to get reliable, truthful information about politics, economics, history, and America. These educational, entertaining videos, which are Judeo-Christian at their core and promote the values of liberty, economic freedom, and limited government, have been changing the hearts and minds of millions of young people for over a decade.
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Dec 30, 2024 • 6min
George H. W. Bush: Read My Lips | Tevi Troy
After winning the Gulf War, ending the Cold War, and earning an 89% approval rating, President George H. W. Bush seemed destined for re-election. But he lost. Why? In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, presidential historian Tevi Troy unpacks the surprising fall of Bush 41, examining how economic issues, political missteps, and a changing Republican base reshaped the 1992 election.
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Dec 16, 2024 • 6min
Can We Tax Our Way to Equality? | Joshua Rauh
Is income inequality our biggest social problem? Can wealth redistribution—taxing the rich more to give to the poor—solve the problem? Joshua Rauh, professor of finance at Stanford and Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, addresses these questions in this challenging video.
This video was made possible by a generous gift from The Peter & Judy Copses Foundation
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Dec 9, 2024 • 6min
The Torah Part III: Between Two Pharaohs | Dennis Prager
How did the Israelites go from being honored guests in Egypt under Joseph to enslaved people under Pharaoh? In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, Dennis Prager—bestselling author of The Rational Bible—explores this critical turning point in the Torah. Learn how God's chosen people fell out of favor, why this shift matters in biblical history, and what timeless lessons this story offers about faith, leadership, and the dangers of forgetting moral foundations.
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Dec 2, 2024 • 6min
How to Fix Social Security | Stephen Moore
Will there be $1,000,000 waiting for you at retirement? Not if you’re depending on Social Security—America’s most expensive government program is running out of money. In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, economist Stephen Moore exposes the fiscal crisis threatening your future and explains why Social Security is unsustainable for younger generations. Can we fix the broken system, or is it time for a bold new retirement revolution? Discover the economic realities, risks, and solutions for securing your financial future.
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Nov 27, 2024 • 6min
PragerU: The Best Investment I've Ever Made | Brad Anderson
Brad Anderson, former CEO of Best Buy, revolutionized the consumer electronics retail industry and brought a wealth of experience to the nonprofit world. From serving on boards of colleges to hospitals, Anderson has dedicated years to meaningful service. But among all the nonprofits he’s supported, one organization stands out. In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, discover why this business leader and philanthropist believes this particular nonprofit has the greatest impact—and what that reveals about leadership, values, and giving back.
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Nov 25, 2024 • 6min
From Africa to Alabama | Martha Njolomole
Martha Njolomole grew up in a rural village in Malawi, Africa—washing clothes in a river and attending school under a tree. When she earned a scholarship to study in America, she was stunned by the comfort and opportunity around her. In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, Martha shares her powerful story of culture shock, gratitude, and discovery as she uncovers the principles behind America’s success. Learn what makes the U.S. unique through the eyes of someone who lived without freedom, prosperity, or modern infrastructure—and why she believes those values are worth defending.
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Nov 18, 2024 • 6min
Jimmy Carter: Farmhouse to White House | Tevi Troy
After the Watergate scandal, Jimmy Carter ran for president with a powerful promise: “I’ll never lie to you.” His integrity wasn’t in question—his leadership was. In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, presidential historian Tevi Troy examines the rise and fall of America’s 39th President. Discover how Carter’s idealism clashed with the harsh realities of the Cold War, the energy crisis, and a failing economy, and why his presidency remains a lesson in the limits of good intentions in American politics.
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Nov 11, 2024 • 6min
The Torah Part II: Cain & Abel to Joseph | Dennis Prager
Cain and Abel, Noah and the Flood, Abraham and the 12 Tribes of Israel, Joseph and his coat of many colors—these timeless stories from the Book of Genesis continue to shape Western civilization and moral thought. In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, bestselling author and biblical scholar Dennis Prager, creator of The Rational Bible reveals the enduring lessons and spiritual insights found in Genesis. Discover why these foundational biblical narratives still resonate today and what they teach us about human nature, faith, family, and God’s purpose for mankind.
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Oct 28, 2024 • 7min
Gerald Ford: Healing a Divided Country | Hugh Hewitt
After President Richard Nixon resigned amid the Watergate scandal, America was divided, demoralized, and desperate for healing. Could Gerald Ford unite the nation? In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, political commentator Hugh Hewitt examines Ford’s unexpected rise to the presidency, his efforts to restore public trust, and the legacy of his controversial pardon of Nixon. Discover how Ford’s leadership shaped a critical moment in American history and what it teaches us about political courage, national reconciliation, and presidential character.
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Oct 21, 2024 • 6min
The Torah Part I: Creation to Adam & Eve | Dennis Prager
Where do we come from, and why do we think the way we do? These are the foundational questions posed in the Book of Genesis—covering the creation of man, woman, and the Jewish people. In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, bestselling author and Bible scholar Dennis Prager, creator of The Rational Bible, explores how the early chapters of Genesis shaped Western civilization, moral reasoning, and human identity. Discover why these ancient biblical stories remain relevant today and what they reveal about purpose, values, and our place in the world.
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