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Want TED Talks on the go? Every weekday, this feed brings you our latest talks in audio format. Hear thought-provoking ideas on every subject imaginable -- from Artificial Intelligence to Zoology, and everything in between -- given by the world's leading thinkers and doers. This collection of talks, given at TED and TEDx conferences around the globe, is also available in video format.
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- 2021 / 10 / 23How your nature photos can help protect wild animals | Tanya Berger-WolfWe're losing animal and plant species at such a swift, unprecedented rate that it's nearly impossible to keep up. Computational biologist Tanya Berger-Wolf demonstrates how harnessing the power of artificial...
- 2021 / 10 / 223 tips for leaders to get the future of work right | Debbie LovichWork that's dictated by a fixed schedule, place and job description doesn't make sense anymore, says leadership expert Debbie Lovich. In light of the cultural shift towards remote work sparked by the...
- 2021 / 10 / 21A close-to-home solution for accessible childcare | Chris BennettChildcare needs a transformation -- but rather than investing billions in new buildings and schools, what if we could unlock the potential of people already nearby? Entrepreneur Chris Bennett offers an...
- 2021 / 10 / 20How much clean electricity do we really need? | Solomon Goldstein-RoseTo fight climate change, we need to clean up the global electricity system by replacing fossil fuel power plants with clean generation -- right? Climate author Solomon Goldstein-Rose thinks we need to do much...
- 2021 / 10 / 19How we could eat real meat without harming animals | Isha DatarWhat if you could eat chicken nuggets without harming a chicken? It's possible through "cellular agriculture," says Isha Datar. In a talk about cutting-edge science, she explains how this new means of food...
- 2021 / 10 / 18Introducing: Am I Normal? with Mona Chalabi | TED Audio CollectiveWe all want to know if we're normal -- do I have enough friends? Should it take me this long to get over my ex? Should I move or stay where I am? Endlessly curious data journalist Mona Chalabi needs to know,...
- 2021 / 10 / 16The global treaty to phase out fossil fuels | Tzeporah BermanWe currently have enough fossil fuels to progressively transition off of them, says climate campaigner Tzeporah Berman, but the industry continues to expand oil, gas and coal production and exploration. With...
- 2021 / 10 / 15The first step towards more inclusive dermatology | Jenna C. LesterSkin is one of the most powerful predictors of health, yet nearly half of all new dermatologists admit to feeling uncomfortable identifying health issues on darker skin tones -- resulting in poorer health...
- 2021 / 10 / 13What you discover when you really listen | Hrishikesh Hirway"Every conversation has the potential to open up and reveal all the layers and layers within it, all those rooms within rooms," says podcaster and musician Hrishikesh Hirway. In this profoundly moving talk,...
- 2021 / 10 / 12A roadmap for young changemakers | Melati WijsenActivism is a tough job, especially for young people yearning for immediate change -- something climate activist Melati Wijsen has learned over ten years of pushing for environmental protection, starting at...
- 2021 / 10 / 115 tips for dealing with meeting overload | Cindy SolomonCould this meeting have been an email? The phenomenon of "calendar creep," where meetings completely take over your work days, is wasting time, energy and productivity -- but you can take back control....
- 2021 / 10 / 8How humanity doubled life expectancy in a century | Steven JohnsonDoubling human life expectancy in a century is our greatest achievement, says author Steven Johnson. How did we make it happen -- and can we keep it going? Backed by fascinating historical anecdotes, he...
- 2021 / 10 / 7A more accurate way to calculate emissions | Charlotte DegotGreenhouse gases are colorless, scentless and invisible, making them exceptionally hard to measure. Fortunately, some tools and techniques can help -- one of the most powerful being artificial intelligence,...
- 2021 / 10 / 6The brain science of obesity | Mads Tang-ChristensenYour belly and your brain speak to each other, says obesity researcher Mads Tang-Christensen. Offering scientific proof that obesity is a disease influenced by genetics and the environment, he introduces a...
- 2021 / 10 / 5How NFTs are building the internet of the future | Kayvon TehranianIn this revelatory talk, technologist Kayvon Tehranian explores why NFTs -- digital assets that represent a certificate of ownership on the internet -- are a technological breakthrough. Learn how NFTs are...
- 2021 / 10 / 4Want to truly succeed? Lift others up as you climb to the top | Amber HikesIt's up to all of us to create a more inclusive and diverse workplace. No matter where you are in your career journey, it's essential that you help others grow, even as you are growing yourself, says ACLU...
- 2021 / 10 / 13 ways community creates a healthy life | Olivia AffusoMaintaining a healthy weight takes more than diet and exercise, says physical activity epidemiologist Olivia Affuso. In this actionable talk, she shows how you can kickstart a healthy life by tapping into the...
- 2021 / 9 / 30The Black history of twerking -- and how it taught me self-love | LizzoTwerking is mainstream now ... but do you know where it came from? Superstar Lizzo traces booty shaking to a traditional West African dance and tells how Black women across generations kept the rhythm alive,...
- 2021 / 9 / 29Why the passport needs an upgrade | Karoli HindriksIt's time to give paper passports a digital upgrade, says entrepreneur Karoli Hindriks. Looking to Estonia's technology-driven government for inspiration, she envisions a world where immigration is no longer...
- 2021 / 9 / 28How employers steal from workers -- and get away with it | Rebecca GalembaWhen you work, you expect to be paid for it. Except, for millions of Americans employed across a range of industries like restaurants and construction, that's not always the case. Anthropologist Rebecca...
- 2021 / 9 / 273 rules for better work-life balance | Ashley WhillansHave you answered a work email during an important family event? Or taken a call from your boss while on vacation? According to behavioral scientist and Harvard Business School professor Ashley Whillans,...
- 2021 / 9 / 24Could you recover from illness ... using your own stem cells? | Nabiha SaklayenWhat if diseases could be treated with a patient's own cells, precisely and on demand? Biotech entrepreneur Nabiha Saklayen explains how we could harness advances in biology, machine learning and lasers to...
- 2021 / 9 / 23Has Apple Peaked? Plus, Celebrities Changing Hollywood | After HoursIt's been 10 years since the death of Steve Jobs. Has Apple peaked after 10 years of Tim Cook's leadership, or is the best yet to come? Harvard Business School professors Youngme Moon, Felix Oberholzer-Gee...
- 2021 / 9 / 22The genetic rescue of Earth's endangered species | Ryan PhelanFrom a special black-footed ferret to coral that can withstand warming waters, genetic rescue efforts that use genomics and synthetic biology are helping nature thrive. But despite the huge successes of this...
- 2021 / 9 / 21The link between inequality and anxiety | Richard WilkinsonWhy are global levels of anxiety and depression so high? Social epidemiologist Richard Wilkinson presents compelling data on the impact of inequality on mental health and social relationships in countries...
- 2021 / 9 / 20Planet City -- a sci-fi vision of an astonishing regenerative future | Liam YoungGet transported on a stunningly rendered, sci-fi safari through Planet City: an imaginary metropolis of 10 billion people, from the brain of director and architect Liam Young. Explore the potential outcomes...
- 2021 / 9 / 17The untapped energy source that could power the planet | Jamie C. BeardDeep beneath your feet is a molten ball of energy the same temperature as the surface of the sun -- an immense clean energy source that could power the world thousands of times over, says technologist and...
- 2021 / 9 / 16An NFL quarterback on overcoming setbacks and self-doubt | Alex SmithFormer NFL quarterback Alex Smith almost died after a particularly rough tackle snapped his leg in 2018 -- yet he was back on the field just two years later. In this inspiring talk, he shares his hard-won...
- 2021 / 9 / 15The trans story includes you | Nicole MainesAs actress Nicole Maines points out, we all unwittingly play supporting roles in each others' life stories -- for better or worse. With charm and aplomb, she shares her experience growing up as a trans youth,...
- 2021 / 9 / 14The false link between body ideals and health | Nancy N. ChenGlobal obesity rates are on the rise, but body shaming campaigns are doing more harm than good, says medical anthropologist Nancy N. Chen. Reflecting on how the cultural histories of body ideals have changed...
- 2021 / 9 / 13A smart bra for better heart health | Alicia Chong RodriguezCould an everyday clothing item help protect your health? In this quick talk, TED Fellow Alicia Chong Rodriguez introduces us to a smart bra designed to gather real-time data on biomarkers like heartbeat,...
- 2021 / 9 / 10The mind-bending reality of the universe | Katie MackIn this fascinating conversation, cosmologist and TED Fellow Katie Mack delves into everything from the Big Bang theory to what we see at the edge of the observable universe to a few ways the cosmos might...
- 2021 / 9 / 9The big myth of government deficits | Stephanie KeltonGovernment deficits have gotten a bad rap, says economist Stephanie Kelton. In this groundbreaking talk, she makes the case to stop looking at government spending as a path towards frightening piles of debt,...
- 2021 / 9 / 8A sci-fi vision of life in 2041 | Chen QiufanSci-fi writer Chen Qiufan doesn't fear a dystopian future. Instead, he believes developments in artificial intelligence will make all of our lives better, healthier and safer. He takes us on a tour of the...
- 2021 / 9 / 7How to stop languishing and start finding flow | Adam GrantHave you found yourself staying up late, joylessly bingeing TV shows and doomscrolling through the news, or simply navigating your day uninspired and aimless? Chances are you're languishing, says...
- 2021 / 9 / 3How language shapes the way we think | Lera BoroditskyThere are about 7,000 languages spoken around the world -- and they all have different sounds, vocabularies and structures. But do they shape the way we think? Cognitive scientist Lera Boroditsky shares...
- 2021 / 9 / 1A taste of Mexico's ancient chocolate-making tradition | Germán SantillánDating back more than 800 years, chocolate is deeply woven into the Indigenous history of Oaxaca, Mexico. TED Fellow Germán Santillán talks about his work reviving the Mixtec technique used to...
- 2021 / 8 / 31How to find peace with loss through music | Steven Sharp NelsonMusic can act as a guide, says cellist Steven Sharp Nelson. It has the power to unlock the mind, tap into the heart and bring light in the darkest times. Take a deep breath as Nelson takes you on a melodic,...
- 2021 / 8 / 30A future with fewer cars | Freeman H. ShenWhat if your car could drop you off and then find parking by itself? According to electric vehicle entrepreneur Freeman H. Shen, this technology already exists. He shares his vision for a future where...
- 2021 / 8 / 27Your insecurities aren't what you think they are | WorkLife with Adam Grant"I can't do this." "I didn't deserve this promotion." "When will they find me out?" If you've had thoughts like these, you aren't alone. Nearly 70 percent of people have experienced imposter syndrome -- even...
- 2021 / 8 / 26Can we choose to fall out of love? | DessaWhat's the best way to get over heartbreak? Rapper and writer Dessa came up with an unconventional approach after a chance viewing of Helen Fisher's TED Talk about the brains of the lovestruck. In a wryly...
- 2021 / 8 / 25How to design the life you want | TEDx SHORTSOffering tips from the well-known program he helped develop, Bill Burnett, executive director of Stanford's Life Design Lab, illustrates the ways design thinking can be used to help build the life you want....
- 2021 / 8 / 24This could be why you're depressed or anxious | Johann HariIn a moving talk, journalist Johann Hari shares fresh insights on the causes of depression and anxiety from experts around the world -- as well as some exciting emerging solutions. "If you're depressed or...
- 2021 / 8 / 23How playing an instrument benefits your brain | Anita CollinsWhen you listen to music, multiple areas of your brain become engaged and active. But when you actually play an instrument, that activity becomes more like a full-body brain workout. What's going on? Educator...
- 2021 / 8 / 20What's normal anxiety and what's an anxiety disorder? | Body Stuff with Dr. Jen GunterAnxiety helps keep us alive. But how can you tell when it crosses the line from survival instinct to serious problem? For the more than 30 percent of Americans who will experience an anxiety disorder, stigma...
- 2021 / 8 / 19You can grow new brain cells. Here's how | Sandrine ThuretCan we, as adults, grow new neurons? Neuroscientist Sandrine Thuret says that we can, and she offers research and practical advice on how we can help our brains better perform neurogenesis—improving...
- 2021 / 8 / 18The benefits of a bilingual brain | Mia NacamulliIt's obvious that knowing more than one language can make certain things easier -- like traveling or watching movies without subtitles. But are there other advantages to having a bilingual (or multilingual)...
- 2021 / 8 / 17Elise Hu and Debbie Millman: How to pave a new career path | Hit ResetElise Hu, host of TED Talk Daily, sits down with designer Debbie Millman to share advice on stepping into the unknown, paving a new career path and exploring something you've never done before.
- 2021 / 8 / 16The brain-changing benefits of exercise | Wendy SuzukiWhat's the most transformative thing that you can do for your brain today? Exercise! says neuroscientist Wendy Suzuki. Get inspired to go to the gym as Suzuki discusses the science of how working out boosts...
- 2021 / 8 / 13What happens to the plastic you throw away? | TED ClimatePlastic is everywhere. We know we should cut down on it where we can, but is plastic ever the answer? In this episode of TED Climate, a whole world of plastic you never knew about. Starting with: which bag is...
- 2021 / 8 / 12Walk with Little Amal, a theatrical journey celebrating the refugee experience | Amir Nizar ZuabiIn a staggering display of creativity and community, theater director Amir Nizar Zuabi introduces "The Walk": a theatrical journey following a nine-year-old refugee girl named Amal (represented by a giant,...
- 2021 / 8 / 11How COVID-19 reshaped US cities | Kevin J. KrizekThe pandemic spurred an unprecedented reclamation of urban space, ushering in a seemingly bygone era of pedestrian pastimes, as cars were sidelined in favor of citizens. Highlighting examples from across the...
- 2021 / 8 / 10An interactive map to track (and end) pollution in China | Ma JunChina has pledged to be carbon neutral by 2060 -- and its citizens are helping industries across the country reach that goal. Environmentalist Ma Jun introduces the Blue Map, an app that empowers people to...
- 2021 / 8 / 9Why are stolen African artifacts still in Western museums? | Jim ChuchuAfrican artifacts shown in museums worldwide are often not borrowed, but stolen -- and TED Fellow Jim Chuchu is on a mission to get them back. Learn the sordid history behind how many of the collections in...
- 2021 / 8 / 6The deadly molecule that could signal alien life | Clara Sousa-SilvaIs there life on Venus? Quantum astrochemist Clara Sousa-Silva makes the case for a new way to seek and possibly discover habitable planets -- and shares her research into a poisonous, smelly molecule that...
- 2021 / 8 / 5The tiny balls of fat that could revolutionize medicine | Kathryn A. WhiteheadWhat if you were holding life-saving medicine ... but had no way to administer it? Zoom down to the nano level with engineer Kathryn A. Whitehead as she gives a breakdown of the little fatty balls (called...
- 2021 / 8 / 4Don't call people out -- call them in | Loretta J. RossWe live in a call-out culture, says activist and scholar Loretta J. Ross. You're probably familiar with it: the public shaming and blaming, on social media and in real life, of people who may have done wrong...
- 2021 / 8 / 3Meet the scientist couple driving an mRNA vaccine revolution | UÄŸur Åžahin and Özlem TüreciAs COVID-19 spread, BioNTech cofounders Uğur Şahin and Özlem Türeci had one goal: to make a safe, effective vaccine faster than ever before. In this illuminating conversation with head of...
- 2021 / 8 / 2Remembering climate change ... a message from the year 2071 | Kim Stanley RobinsonComing to us from 60 years in the future, legendary sci-fi writer Kim Stanley Robinson tells the "history" of how humanity ended the climate crisis and restored the damage done to Earth's biosphere. A rousing...
- 2021 / 7 / 29The informal settlements reshaping the world | Jota SamperCreative, sustainable solutions find their home in the thousands of informal neighborhoods across the world. Urban planner Jota Samper believes these often overlooked settlements (also known as slums) should...
- 2021 / 7 / 28What you need to know about stalkerware | Eva Galperin"Full access to a person's phone is the next best thing to full access to a person's mind," says cybersecurity expert Eva Galperin. In an urgent talk, she describes the emerging danger of stalkerware --...
- 2021 / 7 / 27The radical, revolutionary resilience of Black joy | Miracle JonesIn the face of trauma, happiness is resilience: a revolutionary act of thriving despite all odds, rather than wilting or surrendering. Community organizer and activist Miracle Jones offers a heart-to-heart...
- 2021 / 7 / 263 rules for a zero-carbon world | Nigel ToppingEvery human and natural system -- from oil extraction to the flight of a flock of starlings -- can be seen as a set of repeating patterns. These patterns can be disrupted for good or for bad, says Nigel...
- 2021 / 7 / 23Are wild animals really "wild"? | Emma MarrisHuman activity is affecting the planet in dramatic, unsustainable ways -- including destroying the habitats of wild animals. Considering our obligation to care for the creatures we've impacted, environmental...
- 2021 / 7 / 22The ancient origins of the Olympics | Armand D'AngourThousands of years in the making, the Olympics began as part of a religious festival honoring the Greek god Zeus in the rural Greek town of Olympia. But how did it become the greatest show of sporting...
- 2021 / 7 / 20The (de)colonizing of beauty | Sasha SaragoBeauty is about more than the body you inhabit -- it's a way of being that goes beyond genetics or societal ideals. Aboriginal writer and former model Sasha Sarago invites you to decolonize beauty, moving...
- 2021 / 7 / 19Why COP26 is our best chance for a greener future | Alok SharmaSomething powerful is happening around the world. The issue of climate change has moved from the margins to the mainstream, says Alok Sharma, the President-Designate of COP26, the United Nations climate...
- 2021 / 7 / 163 myths about racism that keep the US from progress | Candis Watts SmithRacism morphs, spreading and hiding behind numerous half-truths and full-blown falsities about where it lives and who embodies it. In this actionable talk, political scientist Candis Watts Smith debunks three...
- 2021 / 7 / 14The missing 96 percent of the universe | Claire MaloneWe've misplaced the building blocks of the cosmos -- and particle physicists like Claire Malone are on a mission to find them. Despite scientists hitting a "major snag" in uncovering what exactly makes up...
- 2021 / 7 / 133 ways to create a menopause-friendly work culture | Andrea BerchowitzHot flashes, joint pain, anxiety, depression, difficulty sleeping -- these unforgiving menopause symptoms directly impact work but often go overlooked and under-discussed as a taboo topic, says entrepreneur...
- 2021 / 7 / 9Documentary films that explore trauma -- and make space for healing | Almudena ToralThrough documentary films following survivors of trauma, TED Fellow Almudena Toral makes invisible psychological scars seen. She shares the heartbreaking story of Adayanci Pérez, a six-year-old girl...
- 2021 / 7 / 8Why you think you're right -- even if you're wrong | Julia GalefPerspective is everything, especially when it comes to examining your beliefs. Are you a soldier, prone to defending your viewpoint at all costs -- or a scout, spurred by curiosity? Julia Galef examines the...
- 2021 / 7 / 7What should humans take to space (and leave behind)? | Jorge Mañes RubioOne day, humans will explore space en masse and live scattered across the solar system on planets like Mars and beyond. Inspired by his time as artist-in-residence at the European Space Agency, TED Fellow...
- 2021 / 7 / 6The past, present and future of Native American food | Sean ShermanWhen you think of North American cuisine, do Indigenous foods come to mind? Chef Sean Sherman serves up an essential history lesson that explains the absence of Native American culinary traditions across the...
- 2021 / 7 / 5A simple strategy to reclaim your time | TEDx SHORTSAshley Whillans shares strategies to help overcome "time poverty," and get the most out of our social relationships and careers. This talk was filmed at TEDxCambridge. All TEDx events are organized...
- 2021 / 7 / 4What you might not know about the Declaration of Independence | Kenneth C. DavisIn June 1776, a little over a year after the start of the American Revolutionary War, the US Continental Congress huddled together in a hot room in Philadelphia to talk independence. Historian Kenneth C....
- 2021 / 7 / 2How music streaming transformed songwriting | Björn UlvaeusMoney, money, money ... in the music business, there seems to be little left for the songwriters that fuel it. ABBA co-founder Björn Ulvaeus calls for the industry to support its most valuable asset,...
- 2021 / 7 / 1How to turn grit into a lifelong habit | Angela Duckworth | The TED InterviewWhat does it take to persevere and succeed, not just in our careers but in all aspects of our lives? For psychologist Angela Duckworth, the answer can be summed up in one concept: grit. She explains the...
- 2021 / 6 / 30The infinite alchemy of storytelling | Zahra Al-MahdiTED Fellow Zahra Al-Mahdi was raised by screens -- "storytelling machines" like TV and the internet that shaped her sense of self and reality. Now a multimedia artist and filmmaker, she challenges common...
- 2021 / 6 / 29Why we're more honest with machines than people | Anne SchererFor a genuine conversation, consider talking to a machine; the less humanized, the better. Consumer researcher Anne Scherer shares her findings on why some robots get us to open up better than actual people,...
- 2021 / 6 / 28The renewable heating system right below your feet | Kathy HannunOf all the mundane yet astonishing marvels of human ingenuity, knowing what it takes to heat a room to a comfortable temperature is TED Fellow Kathy Hannun's favorite. She takes us on a journey across the...
- 2021 / 6 / 25What to do when climate change feels unstoppable | Clover HoganToday's youth have inherited a big, unprecedented climate problem to solve -- and the eco-anxiety to go with it. Gen-Zer and activist Clover Hogan knows the struggle firsthand, but she also understands the...
- 2021 / 6 / 24How deepfakes undermine truth and threaten democracy | Danielle CitronThe use of deepfake technology to manipulate video and audio for malicious purposes -- whether it's to stoke violence or defame politicians and journalists -- is becoming a real threat. As these tools become...
- 2021 / 6 / 23Maternal and child health is a human right | Aparna HegdeOvercrowded clinics, extensive wait times and overworked doctors are taking a devastating toll on mothers and children in India. In this eye-opening talk, urogynecologist and TED Fellow Aparna Hegde exposes...
- 2021 / 6 / 22The search for microscopic aliens | Sarah RugheimerAstrophysicist and TED Fellow Sarah Rugheimer searches for aliens -- but not the cartoony green kind. She's looking for extraterrestrial microbes by studying how these single-celled organisms emit gases,...
- 2021 / 6 / 21What your money habits reveal about you | Robert A. BelleYour money habits reveal a lot about you: your hopes, fears, dreams and other deep personal truths you may not even be aware of, says accountant Robert A. Belle. He shares how taking stock of your transaction...
- 2021 / 6 / 18How marijuana reform could repair, reclaim and restore communities | Khadijah TribbleThe war on drugs in the United States undid much of the progress of the Civil Rights Movement -- and today, it continues to derail millions within marginalized communities with arrests, convictions and...
- 2021 / 6 / 17How to find meaning after loss | David KesslerYou may be familiar with the five stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. After decades of research and his own experience with tragic loss, grief expert David Kessler ventured...
- 2021 / 6 / 16A new approach to defending the human rights of migrants | Itamar MannIn this gripping talk, litigator and TED Fellow Itamar Mann details the perilous boat migrations of asylum seekers crossing the Mediterranean Sea. With a surplus of evidence gathered by researchers and...
- 2021 / 6 / 15How to be a professional troublemaker | Luvvie Ajayi JonesDisrupting the status quo can be scary, but sometimes it's necessary to make the world a fairer place. Reclaiming what it means to be a troublemaker, author Luvvie Ajayi Jones shares three questions to ask...
- 2021 / 6 / 11A queer journey from shame to self-love | Crystal RasmussenIf you've sanded down your edges to fit in, it's time to bring them back -- there's power, value and beauty there, says Crystal Rasmussen. With candor and humility, Rasmussen shares their experience...
- 2021 / 6 / 8How to support yourself (and others) through grief | Nina WestbrookIn big and small ways, we all experience loss: whether it's the passing of a loved one, the close of a career or even the end of a dream. Explaining how to process many types of sorrow, marriage and family...
- 2021 / 6 / 5Essential questions to ask your future self | Meg JayHow much do you think about your future self? If your answer is not much, you're not alone. It can be difficult to plan for a version of yourself you haven't met yet, says psychologist Meg Jay. Sharing how to...
- 2021 / 6 / 4The multibillion-dollar US prison industry -- and how to dismantle it | Bianca TylekA phone call to a US prison or jail can cost up to a dollar per minute -- a rate that forces one in three families with incarcerated loved ones into debt. In this searing talk about mass incarceration,...
- 2021 / 6 / 3How to deal with the anxiety of being stereotyped | Valerie Purdie-GreenawayThe stress you may feel being otherized or stereotyped can take a significant toll on your health and well-being. In this thoughtful conversation, social psychologist Valerie Purdie-Greenaway reveals the true...
- 2021 / 6 / 2Who judges the judges? | Jessica KerrWhat qualifies someone to become a judge? The answer is surprisingly vague and even taboo to discuss. Lawyer Jessica Kerr sifts through the murky, mysterious process that sits at the center of the...
- 2021 / 6 / 1Playful, wondrous public spaces built for community and possibility | Matthew MazzottaIntroducing a new type of public space, custom-fit for communities in need of a shot of hope and wonder. Artist and TED Fellow Matthew Mazzotta takes us across the US, sharing delightful projects that refresh...
- 2021 / 5 / 31Climate change will displace millions. Here's how we prepare | Colette Pichon BattleScientists predict climate change will displace more than 180 million people by 2100 -- a crisis of "climate migration" the world isn't ready for, says disaster recovery lawyer and Louisiana native Colette...
- 2021 / 5 / 28The rigged test of leadership | Sophie WilliamsThe glass cliff: an experience of taking on a leadership role only to find that your chances of success have been limited before you've even begun. Equality activist Sophie Williams explores the...
- 2021 / 5 / 27What farmers need to be modern, climate-friendly and profitable | Beth FordFarming feeds all of us -- yet in rural communities, farmers are under pressure from mounting climate volatility and limited access to modern tools like the internet. How can agriculture stay resilient and...
- 2021 / 5 / 26How dirt bikes and STEM ignite ingenuity in Baltimore | Brittany YoungDirt biking is more than just a pastime -- it's an opportunity to disrupt the cycle of poverty and provide enriching STEM education, says TED Fellow Brittany Young. In this perspective-shifting talk, she...
- 2021 / 5 / 25Electronic pills that could transform how we treat disease | Khalil RamadiCould a small jolt of electricity to your gut help treat chronic diseases? Medical hacker and TED Fellow Khalil Ramadi is developing a new, noninvasive therapy that could treat diseases like diabetes,...
- 2021 / 5 / 24The death of the universe -- and what it means for life | Katie MackThe universe started with a bang -- but how will it end? With astonishing visuals, cosmologist and TED Fellow Katie Mack takes us to the theoretical end of everything, some trillions of years in the future,...
- 2021 / 5 / 21The cure for burnout (hint: it isn't self-care) | Emily Nagoski and Amelia NagoskiYou may be experiencing burnout and not even know it, say authors (and sisters) Emily and Amelia Nagoski. In an introspective and deeply relatable conversation, they detail three telltale signs that stress is...
- 2021 / 5 / 20How NASA invented a ventilator for COVID-19 ... in 37 days | Dan GoodsGet the behind-the-scenes story from visual strategist Dan Goods about how a single question launched NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab into action at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, propelling an...
- 2021 / 5 / 19Introducing Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter | TED Audio CollectiveShould you do a juice cleanse? Is it actually possible to "boost" your immune system? You're constantly bombarded with ads, news stories and social media posts telling you how to optimize your health -- but a...
- 2021 / 5 / 18"Squiggly" careers and the end of the traditional path | Sarah Ellis, Helen TupperConventional wisdom frames the ideal career path as a linear one -- a ladder to be climbed with a single-minded focus to get to the top. Career development consultants Sarah Ellis and Helen Tupper invite you...
- 2021 / 5 / 17Better cybersecurity starts with honesty and accountability | Nadya BartolIn this practical talk, cybersecurity expert Nadya Bartol brings this crucial topic out into the open, lifting the shame around tech mistakes and offering creative ways to celebrate and reward good...
- 2021 / 5 / 14The science behind how parents affect child development | Yuko MunakataParents, take a deep breath: how your kids turn out isn't fully on you. Of course, parenting plays an important role in shaping who children become, but psychologist Yuko Munakata offers an alternative,...
- 2021 / 5 / 13How to discover your "why" in difficult times | Simon SinekWhat has the coronavirus pandemic taught us about ourselves and our relationships? In a deeply personal and wide-ranging conversation, leadership expert Simon Sinek shares his own experience caring for his...
- 2021 / 5 / 12The case for co-ops, the invisible giant of the economy | Anu PuusaThink capitalism is broken? Try cooperativism, says co-op enthusiast and researcher Anu Puusa. She lays out how cooperatives -- businesses owned, operated and controlled by their members -- can both make...
- 2021 / 5 / 11Get comfortable with being uncomfortable | Luvvie Ajayi JonesLuvvie Ajayi Jones isn't afraid to speak her mind or to be the one dissenting voice in a crowd, and neither should you. "Your silence serves no one," says the writer, activist and self-proclaimed professional...
- 2021 / 5 / 10How COVID-19 transformed the future of medicine | Daniel KraftThe pandemic forced the world to work together like never before and, with unprecedented speed, bore a new age of health and medical innovation. Physician-scientist Daniel Kraft explains how breakthroughs and...
- 2021 / 5 / 7What's your happiness score? | Dominic PriceHow do you rediscover a happier, more purpose-driven (and less productivity-obsessed) self in the wake of the pandemic? Quiz yourself alongside work futurist Dominic Price as he lays out a simple yet...
- 2021 / 5 / 6Why children of immigrants experience guilt -- and strategies to cope | Sahaj Kaur KohliChildren of immigrants in the US often experience a unique kind of guilt, brought on by the pressures of navigating different cultures, living up to their parents' expectations and taking on extra family...
- 2021 / 5 / 5The future of flying is electrifying | Cory CombsIf you're a frequent flier, you're also a major polluter. What if there was a way to travel the world with less impact on the environment? In this quick, exciting talk, aviation entrepreneur and TED Fellow...
- 2021 / 5 / 47 tools for building a business people trust | Marcos AguiarWhy do we trust some companies and not others? Using real-world examples, digital trust advisor Marcos Aguiar decodes this make-or-break quality -- and offers seven tools to help leaders design a foundation...
- 2021 / 5 / 3Women and girls, you are part of the climate solution | Rumaitha Al BusaidiWhat does gender equality have to do with climate change? A lot more than you might think. Empowering women and girls around the world is one of the most important ways to combat carbon pollution and is...
- 2021 / 4 / 30Mystery episode | TED Audio CollectiveWith this episode, we're having a bit of fun. You're about to hear a great episode of a TED Audio Collective podcast ... but, we can't tell you which one. We're randomly serving different episodes to our...
- 2021 / 4 / 29What frogs in hot water can teach us about thinking again | Adam GrantWhy are humans so slow to react to looming crises, like a forewarned pandemic or a warming planet? It's because we're reluctant to rethink, say organizational psychologist Adam Grant. From a near-disastrous...
- 2021 / 4 / 28Why I'm done trying to be "man enough" | Justin BaldoniJustin Baldoni wants to start a dialogue with men about redefining masculinity -- to figure out ways to be not just good men but good humans. In a warm, personal talk, he shares his effort to reconcile who he...
- 2021 / 4 / 27The intergenerational wisdom woven into Indigenous stories | Tai SimpsonThe way we behave politically, socially, economically and ecologically isn't working, says community organizer and activist Tai Simpson. Sharing the creation myth of her Nez Perce tribe, she advocates for a...
- 2021 / 4 / 24Earth's original inhabitants -- and their role in combating climate change | Steven AllisonEvery environment on the planet -- from forested mountaintops to scorching deserts and even the human gut -- has a microbiome that keeps it healthy and balanced. Ecologist Steven Allison explores how these...
- 2021 / 4 / 23The race to build AI that benefits humanity with Sam Altman | The TED InterviewIn this new season of The TED Interview, conversations with people who make a case for ... optimism. Not some blind, hopeful feeling, but the conviction that somewhere out there are solutions that, given the...
- 2021 / 4 / 22How to talk about climate change so people actually care | John MarshallWhich sounds more urgent: "global warming" or "pollution blanket overheating planet"? In this actionable talk, communications strategist John Marshall explains why we need to rethink how we talk about climate...
- 2021 / 4 / 21How your memory works -- and why forgetting is totally OK | Lisa GenovaHave you ever misplaced something you were just holding? Completely blanked on a famous actor's name? Walked into a room and immediately forgot why? Neuroscientist Lisa Genova digs into two types of memory...
- 2021 / 4 / 20The global cooperation that accelerated the COVID-19 vaccines | Kiran Mazumdar-ShawBiotech entrepreneur Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw shares lessons learned from the global effort to develop COVID-19 vaccines: namely, the power of collaboration and the importance of equitable access to health care....
- 2021 / 4 / 19Can we learn to talk to sperm whales? | David GruberAnimals are communicating -- but what are they saying? And can we talk back? Marine biologist David Gruber introduces Project CETI: a team of scientists, linguists and AI specialists hoping to decode sperm...
- 2021 / 4 / 17Why good ideas get trapped in the valley of death -- and how to rescue them | TED-EdAll new products must pass through the "valley of death" before they reach the market. Many never make it out, and sometimes that's OK -- if they don't work, don't fill a need or for any number of reasons....
- 2021 / 4 / 16Navigating career turbulence | WorkLife with Adam GrantEveryone's career will hit some turbulence at some point. Instead of pushing harder against the headwinds, we're sometimes better off tilting our rudder and charting a new course. In this episode, host Adam...
- 2021 / 4 / 15Why corporate diversity programs fail -- and how small tweaks can have big impact | Joan C. WilliamsCompanies in the US spend billions of dollars each year on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, but subtle (and not so subtle) workplace biases often cost these initiatives -- and the people they're...
- 2021 / 4 / 14A NASA astronaut's lessons on fear, confidence and preparing for spaceflight | Megan McArthurHow does an astronaut prepare physically and mentally to launch into space? NASA astronaut Megan McArthur, who will take part in the SpaceX Crew-2 mission later this month, shares stellar life lessons on how...
- 2021 / 4 / 134 myths and misunderstandings about doing business in Africa | Nomava ZanazoBusiness in Africa is booming -- but international companies are missing out, says emerging markets expert Nomava Zanazo. Rushing in without knowing their customers, businesses underestimate Africans and make...
- 2021 / 4 / 12The giant leaps in language technology -- and who's left behind | Kalika BaliThousands of languages thrive across the globe, yet modern speech technology -- and all of its benefits -- supports just over a hundred. Computational linguist Kalika Bali dreams of a day when technology acts...
- 2021 / 4 / 10The material that could change the world... for a third time | TED-EdToday roads, sidewalks, bridges, and skyscrapers are made of a material called concrete. There's three tons of it for every person on Earth. It's also played a surprisingly large role in rising global...
- 2021 / 4 / 9Mantua Townshi‪p‬ | Far Flung with Saleem ReshamwalaWith each step, you slide 400,000 years back in time. Where are you? Behind a hardware store in New Jersey -- which also happens to be a massive prehistoric graveyard. The only thing that can save it from...
- 2021 / 4 / 8How we can curb climate change by spending two percent more on everything | Jens BurchardtWould you pay two percent more for the carbon-neutral version of the products you buy and use every day? In this innovative talk, climate pathfinder Jens Burchardt walks us through the costs and...
- 2021 / 4 / 7How to welcome surprise and mystery into your post-pandemic life | Esther PerelHow do you effectively regulate stress? Therapist Esther Perel discusses the importance of creating routines, rituals and boundaries to deal with pandemic-related loss and uncertainty -- both at home and at...
- 2021 / 4 / 6US politics isn't broken. It's fixed | Katherine M. GehlThe "broken" US political system is actually working exactly as designed, says business leader and activist Katherine Gehl. Examining the system through a nonpartisan lens, she makes the case for voting...
- 2021 / 4 / 5The exploitation of US college athletes | Tim NeviusColleges and universities in the US make billions of dollars each year from sports, compromising the health and education of athletes -- who are disproportionately Black -- in the name of money, power and...
- 2021 / 4 / 2Step 1: The Puls‪e‬ | ZigZagZigZag, a business podcast about being human, returns with The ZigZag Project: six steps (and episodes) to help you map out a path that aligns your personal values with your professional ambitions. In this...
- 2021 / 4 / 1An honest history of an ancient and "nasty" word | Kate ListerWith candor and cunning, sex historian Kate Lister chronicles the curious journey of an ancient, honest word with innocent origins and a now-scandalous connotation in this uproarious love letter to etymology,...
- 2021 / 3 / 31Language around gender and identity evolves (and always has) | Archie CrowleyDictionaries and grammar "rules" don't have the final word on language -- and believing they do can harm more than help, especially for the trans community. Sociolinguist Archie Crowley deconstructs three...
- 2021 / 3 / 30The future of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy | Rick DoblinCould psychedelics help us heal from trauma and mental illnesses? Researcher Rick Doblin has spent the past three decades investigating this question, and the results are promising. In this fascinating dive...
- 2021 / 3 / 29Why winning doesn't always equal success | Valorie Kondos FieldValorie Kondos Field knows a lot about winning. As the longtime coach of the UCLA women's gymnastics team, she won championship after championship and has been widely acclaimed for her leadership. In this...
- 2021 / 3 / 26What science taught me about being a Muslim drag quee‪n‬ | TEDx SHORTSFor a long time, Amrou Al-Kadhi struggled to negotiate the intersections between their queer and Islamic heritage. These identities felt completely polarized, as if their identity were founded on a tectonic...
- 2021 / 3 / 25An election system that puts voters (not politicians) first | Amber McReynoldsFrom hours-long lines and limited polling locations to confusing and discriminatory registration policies, why is it so hard to vote in the US? Voting rights expert Amber McReynolds offers a proven...
- 2021 / 3 / 24Why I photograph the quiet moments of grief and loss | Caroline CatlinThe only thing as powerful as our grief is the love we have for those we've lost, says photographer Caroline Catlin. In this meditation on the intersection of life and death, Catlin shares how her personal...
- 2021 / 3 / 23Possible futures from the intersection of nature, tech and society | Natsai Audrey ChiezaBiodesigner Natsai Audrey Chieza prototypes the future, imagining a world where people and nature can thrive together. In this wildly imaginative talk, she shares the vision behind her innovation lab, which...
- 2021 / 3 / 22The innovations we need to avoid a climate disaster | Bill GatesThe single most important thing for avoiding a climate disaster is cutting carbon pollution from the current 51 billion tons per year to zero, says philanthropist and technologist Bill Gates. Introducing the...