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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...