FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT IS EXPEDITIONS?

Expeditions is the content-on-demand platform for people who seek reliable, original knowledge from trustworthy experts, quickly and easily. Launched in an era of fake news and self-proclaimed experts, Expeditions provides a knowledge safe-haven.

WHO ARE THE EXPERTS?

Expeditions experts are chosen among the best thinkers, researchers and academics of our time.

WHAT IS AN EXP?

Experts present their knowledge in short intimate conversations about a topic, delivered through video, audio, and a short article. We call this content unit an ‘EXP’.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE VIDEO, THE PODCAST AND THE ARTICLE?

The video is 6 to 7 minutes long and shows the conversations highlights. The podcast is longer, 10-12 minutes. The article is an edited transcript of the full conversation with a selection of resources (books, articles) attached for further exploration.

CAN I SHARE AN EXP?

Yes. You can click on the (share icon) and share any EXP with your friends.

CAN I COMMENT ON AN EXP?

Yes. Any EXP can be commented on.

HOW CAN I KNOW MORE ABOUT AN EXPERT?

Click on an expert’s name to find out more about them. Information includes an introductory video, a short description, direct access to the author’s website, social media accounts and a selected list of publications.

WHAT IS THE PURCHASE SECTION ABOUT?

The purchase section (visual icon) is available in the expert’s profile and gives access to a selection of books authored by the expert.

HOW IS THE LIBRARY STRUCTURED?

The library is structured into seven main thematic pillars: Science, History, Economics & Politics, Society, Culture & Ideas, Environment, and Health.

HOW CAN I EXPLORE THE LIBRARY?

Click the explore icon to select the pillar you are interested in, then search the experts, and EXPs. Clicking on the eye icon will allow you to visualize experts. You can also search by keywords in the search box.

WHEN IS THE LIBRARY UPDATED?

You can discover new EXP every week – so keep coming back.

WHAT DOES “FOR YOU” MEAN?

The app automatically selects EXPs based on your preferences and previous choices.

HOW CAN I ACCESS MY PERSONAL PROFILE?

Click on the settings icon to gain access to your personal profile. Click edit to add information to your profile.

IS IT COMPULSORY TO GIVE PERSONAL INFORMATION?

No, but it would enable a richer exchange with the rest of the Expeditions community.

WHY SUBSCRIBE?

Expeditions’ complete library of knowledge is only available to registered subscribers.