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https://www.ted.com/talks/jen_gunter_how_your_sense_of_smell_helps_you_savor_flavor | Eating pizza with a stuffy nose just isn't as satisfying -- and there's a reason for that. Dr. Jen Gunter explains how our ability to smell and taste work together to give us a full sensory experience. So whether you're sniffing the caramelized aroma of coffee, a whiff of trash or a trillion other things, your brain knows exactly what's under your nose. For more on how your body works, tune into her podcast, Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter, from the TED Audio Collective. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/ryan_heffington_how_dance_can_unleash_your_inner_joy | "We all have our own beautiful ways of moving, and this is worth celebrating," says dancer and choreographer Ryan Heffington. Inviting you to reconsider your connection to dance, he shows how even everyday experiences -- tying your shoes, rocking a baby, whisking up some mac and cheese -- can offer choreographic inspiration and help you find joy and release when you need it most. After the talk, dancers Nico Lonetree and Ryan Spencer perform a dazzling routine infused with the humor and beauty of daily movements. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/gloria_chan_packer_work_is_not_your_family_sep_2022 | You may need to hear this (if you haven't already): your job is not your family. While you can develop meaningful relationships with your colleagues, calling work your family can actually breed burnout and be detrimental to your mental and emotional health. Mental wellness educator Gloria Chan Packer walks through the exercises you need to shift your perspective and redraw the boundaries between your work and personal life, so you can feel freer and more empowered. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/soraya_field_fiorio_how_did_they_build_the_great_pyramid_of_giza | As soon as Pharaoh Khufu ascended the throne circa 2575 BCE, work on his eternal resting place began. The structure's architect, Hemiunu, determined he would need 20 years to finish the royal tomb. But what he could not predict was that this monument would remain the world's tallest manmade structure for over 3,800 years. Soraya Field Fiorio digs into the construction of the Great Pyramid. [Directed by Luísa M H Copetti, Hype CG, narrated by Susan Zimmerman, music by Gabriel Maia]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/nicholas_leeper_is_there_a_link_between_cancer_and_heart_disease | Does the key to stopping cancer lie in the heart? Cardiologist Nicholas Leeper digs into emerging scientific research on the link between the world's two leading causes of death, heart disease and cancer, sharing how their biological origins may be connected -- and treatable with the same therapeutics. A call to challenge dogma and break down traditional silos in science, with the hope of saving lives. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/riley_moynes_how_to_squeeze_all_the_juice_out_of_retirement | Despite common belief, retirement takes more than financial planning. And while you may be beyond ready to go on permanent vacation, you also have to psychologically prepare for when the novelty wears off. Riley Moynes explains the four phases of retirement and offers a framework for how to avoid the inevitable pitfalls of taking it too easy in order to help you make the most of your golden years. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/karen_gurney_the_truth_about_faking_orgasms | Whose pleasure is prioritized during sex, and why? Psychosexologist Karen Gurney explains how a lack of equal pleasure in the bedroom actually reflects broader gender inequality in society -- and asks you to reconsider what dynamics are at play, even behind closed doors. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/majora_carter_you_don_t_have_to_leave_your_neighborhood_to_live_in_a_better_one | Low-status neighborhoods in the US are often stuck between stagnating assistance from the government and gentrification at the hands of real estate developers. The result is that the brightest minds are convinced that "success" means leaving town. Urban revitalizer Majora Carter has a solution: What if we treated these communities like struggling companies? She presents a restorative economic approach to capitalism, which seeks to retain talent, build resilient communities and prove that you don't have to move out of your neighborhood to live in a better one. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/isabelle_boemeke_nuclear_power_is_our_best_hope_to_ditch_fossil_fuels | Nuclear power is one of the safest, cleanest forms of energy -- yet to most people, it might not feel that way. Why is that? Isabelle Boemeke, the world's first nuclear energy influencer and creator of the social media persona Isodope, deftly debunks the major objections to nuclear power and explains her unconventional way of educating people about this clean energy source. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/ted_ed_is_inequality_inevitable | Income and wealth inequality are not new. In fact, economists and historians who have charted economic inequality throughout history haven't found a single society without it. Which raises a bleak question: is inequality ... inevitable? Explore how economic inequality can be measured and how it is impacted by different governmental policy choices. [Directed by Natália Azevedo Andrade, AIM Creative Studios, narrated by George Zaidan, music by André Aires]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/zineb_sqalli_climate_action_s_hidden_opportunities_for_women | Climate action has historically had a gender-neutral lens, but this lack of intentionality allows underlying biases to sneak in and negatively impact women, says gender and climate researcher Zineb Sqalli. Using Vienna, Austria's gender-equal urban planning program as a model for how women can be included in every step of building a green economy, Sqalli offers solutions for advancing both sustainability and gender equality – at the same time. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/jen_gunter_can_exercise_actually_boost_your_metabolism | Can you "boost" your metabolism by exercising more? Well, it's complicated. Diving deep into surprising truths about how the body conserves and expends energy in the form of calories, Dr. Jen Gunter reveals what your metabolism actually does, the role of exercise -- and other things weight loss culture doesn't want you to know. For more on how your body works, tune in weekly to her podcast Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter, from the TED Audio Collective. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/sara_lomelin_your_invitation_to_disrupt_philanthropy | Philanthropy disruptor Sara Lomelin thinks communities can build power through collective giving and the model of "giving circles": groups of people with shared values who come together to make change, strengthen their social fabric and help diverse solutions get funded. Learn the four steps to start a thriving giving circle in your community -- and see how thousands of people worldwide are already part of this movement to usher in a new era of philanthropy that is democratic and joyful. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/iseult_gillespie_the_myth_of_pegasus_and_the_chimera | Shielded from the gorgon's stone gaze, Perseus crept through Medusa's cave. When he reached her, he drew his sickle and brought it down on her neck. From Medusa's neck sprung two children. One was a giant wielding a golden sword; the other was the magnificent, winged horse, Pegasus. No bridle could contain him— until one fateful day. Iseult Gillespie details the myth of the hero Bellerophon. [Directed by Karina Forero, Lucy Animation Studio, narrated by Susan Zimmerman, music by Stephen LaRosa]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/lily_yeh_the_community_building_potential_of_the_arts | In a passionate talk full of radical imagination, artist and organizer Lily Yeh ruminates on the creative life and highlights the powerful connection between effective community-building and meaningful art. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/adjany_costa_lasting_conservation_led_by_indigenous_heritage | Conservation champion and TED Fellow Adjany Costa is on a mission to empower Indigenous communities. Instead of imposing pre-designed policy and plans on local people, she says, conservation efforts should center those who know the land best, enabling them to tailor solutions to their unique environmental, social and economic realities. She presents a roadmap for Indigenous communities to take back ownership of their heritage and reclaim stewardship of their land. "Real community-based conservation ... fosters fierce independence," Costa says. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/meghan_hussey_4_ways_to_design_a_disability_friendly_future | Nearly fifteen percent of the world's population lives with a disability, yet this massive chunk of humanity is still routinely excluded from opportunities. Sharing her experience growing up with an autistic sister, disability inclusion advocate Meghan Hussey illuminates the path towards an inclusive future in four steps, and it starts with an attitude check on assumptions and stereotypes. Designing a world built for everyone is not a "nice to have," Hussey says -- it's critical to the fabric of society. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/ted_ed_these_companies_with_no_ceo_are_thriving | Co-ops are a big part of the global economy: they employ 10% of the world's workforce and over two trillion dollars flow through their doors every year. At a co-op, there's no single person with overarching, top-down power over everyone else, like a CEO at a traditional company. So what exactly is a co-op and how does it work? Explore the different types of cooperatives and how they operate. [Directed by Elizabeth Galian, AIM Creative Studios, narrated by George Zaidan, music by André Aires, João Mendes]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/bree_jones_how_to_revitalize_a_neighborhood_without_gentrification | The housing market can be vexing: while some neighborhoods get ridiculously expensive and price out longtime residents, others have historic homes sitting vacant without demand. Equitable housing developer and TED Fellow Bree Jones shares how she found a way to revitalize neighborhoods experiencing hyper-vacancy while preventing gentrification -- supporting home buyers and transforming communities along the way. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/iseult_gillespie_the_myth_of_zeus_test | It was dark when two mysterious, shrouded figures appeared in a hillside village. The strangers knocked on every door in town, asking for food and shelter. But, again and again, they were turned away. Soon, there was just one door left: that of a small, thatched shack. Would the owners help the visitors — or spurn them? Iseult Gillespie shares the myth of Baucis and Philemon. [Directed by Vitalii Nebelskyi, and action creative agency, narrated by Adrian Dannatt, music by Stephen LaRosa]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/megan_reitz_how_to_lead_in_the_new_era_of_employee_activism | What does it mean to lead in this new age of employee activism? Megan Reitz offers a four-point crash course on what employees want from their organizations and how leaders can rise to the challenge of building proactive and productive workplaces where every voice and perspective has the chance to make a difference. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/shannon_odell_how_friendship_affects_your_brain | If it seems like friendships formed in adolescence are particularly special, that's because they are. Childhood, adolescent, and adult friendships all manifest differently in part because the brain works in different ways at those stages of life. During adolescence, there are changes in the way you value, understand, and connect to friends. Shannon Odell explores the neuroscience of friendship. [Directed by Biljana Labović, narrated by Alexandra Panzer and Deidre Donovan, music by Jarrett Farkas and Weston Fonger]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/pardis_parker_why_being_a_billionaire_is_a_joke | Comedian Pardis Parker presents an unfortunate truth: being rich won't make you a legend. In this rollicking comedy set, he roasts society's obsession with billionaires -- and offers an alternative way to leave a legacy. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/hei_man_chan_is_it_possible_to_lose_weight_fast | In the wealthiest circles of Victorian England, dieters would swallow an unhatched tapeworm and let it grow inside them by consuming undigested meals. And while modern fad diets aren't usually this extreme, they do promise similar results; specifically, losing weight fast. So, are there any fast diets that do work? And are any of them actually healthy for you? Hei Man Chan investigates. [Directed by Avi Ofer, narrated by Pen-Pen Chen, music by Salil Bhayani, Suola Zhu]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/henri_picciotto_can_you_solve_the_alien_pyramid_riddle | Today is the anniversary of the best-worst day of your life. The best part was discovering a subterranean city on Mars. The worst part was when you lost contact with Earth. You and the other 99 scientists have spent the year engineering your survival, but you're almost out of water and solutions. Can you figure out how the last civilization lived on this desert planet? Henri Picciotto shows how. [Directed by Igor Coric, Artrake Studio, narrated by Addison Anderson, music by Cem Misirlioglu]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/shankar_vedantam_you_don_t_actually_know_what_your_future_self_wants | "You are constantly becoming a new person," says journalist Shankar Vendantam. In a talk full of beautiful storytelling, he explains the profound impact of something he calls the "illusion of continuity" -- the belief that our future selves will share the same views, perspectives and hopes as our current selves -- and shows how we can more proactively craft the people we are to become. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/tameka_montgomery_5_parenting_tips_for_raising_resilient_self_reliant_kids | How do you raise kids to step outside of their comfort zones and unlock their inner potential? It all starts with helping them develop a resilient mindset. Mother and business owner Tameka Montgomery makes the case for cultivating an entrepreneurial outlook at an early age -- and offers five strategies for emboldening young minds to embrace opportunities and solve their own problems, no matter the path they choose. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/henry_richardson_what_does_the_world_s_largest_machine_do | In 1967, Homer Loutzenheuser flipped a switch and connected the power grids of the United States, forming one interconnected machine. Today, the US power grid is the world's largest machine, containing more than 7,300 electricity-generating plants. So how exactly do these power plants work? Henry Richardson digs into the delicate balancing act of how power grids supply us energy. [Directed by Anna Benner, narrated by Jack Cutmore-Scott, music by Raphael Tschernuth]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/ian_chang_spiritual_leader_audacious_ft_kazu | Joined by vocalist KAZU, drumming virtuoso Ian Chang thunders through two songs full of bubbling melodies, punctuated by synchronized lights. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/dan_harris_the_benefits_of_not_being_a_jerk_to_yourself | After more than two decades as an anchor for ABC News, an on-air panic attack sent Dan Harris's life in a new direction: he became a dedicated meditator and, to some, even a guru. But then an anonymous survey of his family, friends and colleagues turned up some brutal feedback -- he was still kind of a jerk. In a wise, funny talk, he shares his years-long quest to improve his relationships with everyone (starting with himself) and explains the science behind loving-kindness meditation, and how it can boost your resiliency, quiet your inner critic and simply make you more pleasant to be around. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/melodie_yashar_how_to_build_for_human_life_on_mars | We're going to be building on the Moon this decade -- and next will be Mars, says space architect Melodie Yashar. In a visionary talk, she introduces her work designing off-world shelters with autonomous robots and 3D printers and explores how it might help uncover radical solutions to some of the problems troubling humans on Earth today. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/zach_king_the_trick_to_regaining_your_childlike_wonder | When we ditch our assumptions, new ideas can enter the world, says filmmaker Zach King. In an entertaining talk full of props and surprises, King shows us the trick to regaining our sense of childlike wonder through the power of storytelling -- and a bit of magic. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/okong_o_kinyanjui_the_online_community_supporting_queer_africans | Feeling safe is a human right -- but in many African countries, colonial-era laws make it dangerous for LGBTQIA+ people to gather and share their sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Creating a space that leaves no room for discrimination, pan-African LGBTQIA+ advocate Okong'o Kinyanjui cofounded an online platform that gives queer people access to opportunities, mentorship and support, providing the visibility and community every person needs to thrive. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/anthony_fauci_is_the_pandemic_actually_over_it_s_complicated | "Be spreaders of facts and truths," says scientist and immunologist Dr. Anthony Fauci. Having advised seven US presidents on various disease outbreaks including COVID-19, he shares insights on the present and future of pandemics, backed up by decades of experience in public health. Hear him dive into the latest on protecting yourself from the virus, his unwavering faith in science, what he plans to do after retiring (or "rewiring") -- and soak up some hard-won wisdom for the next generation. (This conversation, hosted by TED science curator David Biello, was part of an exclusive TED Membership event on September 20, 2022. Visit ted.com/membership to become a TED Member.) |
https://www.ted.com/talks/ted_ed_would_you_stop_dating_someone_your_parents_didn_t_like | In 1972, psychologists at the University of Colorado surveyed 140 couples to determine whether a relationship facing parental disapproval was more likely to strengthen or crumble under the pressure. Can long-term success of a romantic relationship be predicted by the perceived approval or disapproval of the couple's friends and family? Dig into the trend known as the Romeo and Juliet Effect. [Directed by Maryna Buchynska, and action creative agency, narrated by Jack Cutmore-Scott, music by Salil Bhayani, cAMP Studio]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/andrew_ng_how_ai_could_empower_any_business | Expensive to build and often needing highly skilled engineers to maintain, artificial intelligence systems generally only pay off for large tech companies with vast amounts of data. But what if your local pizza shop could use AI to predict which flavor would sell best each day of the week? Andrew Ng shares a vision for democratizing access to AI, empowering any business to make decisions that will increase their profit and productivity. Learn how we could build a richer society – all with just a few self-provided data points. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/albert_fox_cahn_the_shift_we_need_to_stop_mass_surveillance | Mass surveillance is worse than you think, but the solutions are simpler than you realize, says lawyer, technologist and TED Fellow Albert Fox Cahn. Breaking down the crude tactics law enforcement uses to sweep up massive amounts of data collected about us by our everyday tech, he lays out how new legal firewalls can protect the public from geofence warrants and other surveillance abuses -- and how we might end the looming dystopia of mass surveillance. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/sutu_everyone_can_participate_in_building_the_metaverse | The promise of the metaverse extends far beyond digital spaces -- it can transform and enrich how we experience the material world, too. From video games that bring communities together to digital art that collides with physical spaces, augmented reality designer Sutu shares some of the incredible creativity that's sparked by AR metaverse technology and invites us all to participate in building its future. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/charita_gainey_how_phillis_wheatley_captured_the_attention_of_the_world | In 1775, General George Washington received a poem from one of colonial America's most famous writers. Its verses praised the burgeoning revolution, invoking the goddess of their new nation to aid the general's cause. But this ode to liberty wasn't written by some aloof aristocratic admirer. Its author was a young enslaved Black woman. Charita Gainey details the works of poet Phillis Wheatley. [Directed by Gavin Edwards, Movult, narrated by Christina Greer, music by Stephen LaRosa]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/vaitea_cowan_how_green_hydrogen_could_end_the_fossil_fuel_era | As climate change accelerates, finding clean alternatives to fossil fuels is more urgent than ever. Social entrepreneur Vaitea Cowan believes green hydrogen is the answer. Watch as she shares her team's work mass producing electrolyzers -- devices that separate water into its molecular components: hydrogen and oxygen -- and shows how they could help make green, carbon-free fuel affordable and accessible for everyone. "This is how we end the fossil fuel era," Cowan says. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/katherine_mangu_ward_what_capitalism_gets_right_and_governments_get_wrong | Is capitalism a good thing? Journalist Katherine Mangu-Ward makes the case that "weirdos" left alone to innovate and explore far-out ideas in a free market system are our best hope for the future. She asks us to reconsider our qualms about capitalism, failure and corporate death, analyzing the recent history of General Motors and Facebook to illustrate why we're better off with a lot less government intervention. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/alex_gendler_the_original_ring_of_power | More than 2,000 years ago, the Greek philosopher Plato recounted the legend of the Ring of Gyges in "Republic." The story of the ring surfaces as the philosopher, Socrates, and his student discuss why people act justly: is it because it's what's right? Or because it's a convention that's enforced through punishment and reward? Alex Gendler shares the allegory of the ill-gotten, magical ring. [Directed by Vitalii Nebelskyi, narrated by Jack Cutmore-Scott, music by Salil Bhayani, cAMP Studio]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/noah_charney_can_you_guess_what_s_wrong_with_these_paintings | Prior to the mid-20th century, art restorers took a heavy-handed approach, often drastically altering paintings in the name of "improving" art. Today, they focus on keeping the original work intact with minimal intervention, and must regularly contend with past modifications. So, how is damaged artwork repaired? Noah Charney explains the painstaking process of restoring priceless artifacts. [Directed by Michael Kalopaidis, Zedem Media, narrated by Addison Anderson, music by Manolis Manoli]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/ilan_stavans_a_brief_history_of_spanish | Beginning in the third century BCE, the Romans conquered the Iberian peninsula. This period gave rise to several regional languages in the area that's now Spain, including Castilian, Catalan, and Galician. One of these would become Spanish— but not for another 1,500 years. Those years tell the origin story of what's become a global modern language. Ilan Stavans traces the evolution of Spanish. [Directed by Hernando Bahamon, Globizco Studios, narrated by Ilan Stavans, music by Manuel Borda]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/patricia_villarrubia_gomez_the_problem_with_plastics_and_how_they_re_changing_the_environment | Plastics are everywhere -- they're in our favorite electronic devices, they package our food and insulate our homes. Today, the total mass of plastic is twice the total mass of all living organisms on the planet, and it's starting to change the processes that allow the Earth's climate system to work. Plastic pollution researcher Patricia Villarrubia-Gómez breaks down the consequences of producing all of this plastic at every stage, from fossil fuel extraction to the disposal of single-use plastics in landfills and oceans. The first step to breaking free of our plastic problem is admitting we have one. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/ted_ed_do_you_have_what_it_takes_to_freelance | A 2016 survey of freelancers in six countries found that those who freelance by choice– 70% of respondents– were happier than people in traditional jobs, specifically when it came to things like independence and flexibility in terms of where and when they work. So what does it take to be a successful freelancer? Explore the benefits and drawbacks of the gig economy. [Directed by Christoph Sarow, AIM Creative Studios, narrated by George Zaidan, music by André Aires]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/sheetal_decaria_the_bias_behind_your_undiagnosed_chronic_pain | While doctors take an oath to do no harm, there's a good chance their unconscious biases can seep into how seriously they take your pain. Physician Sheetal DeCaria explains how perception impacts medical care and treatment -- and calls for health care professionals to check in with how they do their patient checkups. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/enzo_romero_the_affordable_3d_printed_bionics_of_the_future | Creating functional prosthetics at a fraction of the cost of imported tech, bionic innovator and TED Fellow Enzo Romero shares a groundbreaking model for designing 3D-printed assistive technology sourced from recycled materials -- built in and for his native Peru. Hear how Luke Skywalker's bionic hand in Star Wars inspired Romero to pursue mechatronics engineering and help people with disabilities and limited resources fully live again. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/jamie_bernthal_how_to_write_the_perfect_crime_according_to_agatha_christie | With almost 100 mystery novels, each one a cleverly constructed puzzle box of clues, misdirection, and human drama, Agatha Christie is the best-selling novelist of all time. Her eccentric detectives, clever clues, and simplified suspects have stumped countless readers over the last century. So, how did she craft these perfect crimes? Jamie Bernthal dissects the writing of Agatha Christie. [Directed by Anantha Krishnan, Nikhita Prabhudesai, narrated Addison Anderson, music by Salil Bhayani, cAMP Studio]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/ted_ed_can_the_economy_grow_forever | Many economists think that an eternally growing economy is necessary to keep improving people's lives, and that if the global economy stops growing, people would fight more over the fixed amount of value that exists, rather than working to generate new value. Which raises the question: is infinite growth possible on a finite planet? Explore how economies can balance efficiency with sustainability. [Directed by Kevin Herrmann, AIM Creative Studios, narrated by George Zaidan, music by André Aires]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/sergiu_p_pasca_how_we_re_reverse_engineering_the_human_brain_in_the_lab | Neuroscientist Sergiu P. Pasca has made it his life's work to understand how the human brain builds itself -- and what makes it susceptible to disease. In a mind-blowing talk laden with breakthrough science, he shows how his team figured out how to grow "organoids" and what they call brain "assembloids" -- self-organizing clumps of neural tissue derived from stem cells that have shown the ability to form circuits -- and explains how these miniature parts of the nervous system are bringing us closer to demystifying the brain. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/gina_chavez_the_woman_in_the_arena | Genre-bending musician Gina Chavez delivers a propulsive set featuring "The Woman in the Arena" and "La Que Manda," a rallying cry and celebration of womanhood. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/elizabeth_cox_the_benefits_of_daydreaming | On a daily basis, you spend between a third and half of your waking hours daydreaming. That may sound like a huge waste of time, but scientists think it must have some purpose, or humans wouldn't have evolved to do so much of it. So, what exactly happens in the brain while you daydream? Elizabeth Cox takes a closer look at the science of daydreaming through the mind of a teenager. [Directed by Biljana Labović, narrated by Alexandra Panzer and Hani Furstenberg, music by Weston Fonger]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/nina_mcneely_once_there_was_iii_a_mesmerizing_blend_of_dance_animation_and_tech | A talented trio of dancers brings to life choreographer Nina McNeely's contemporary dance piece "Once There Was III." Settle in for a dazzling, hypnotic performance. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/micaela_mantegna_how_to_stop_the_metaverse_from_becoming_the_internet_s_bad_sequel | "The metaverse is already on fire, and we haven't even built it yet," says TED Fellow and video game lawyer Micaela Mantegna. She lays out why the metaverse is at risk of inheriting some of the internet's worst traits, like unchecked surveillance -- and shows how we could redirect its fate through new laws grounded in kindness and connection. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/anicka_yi_intelligent_floating_machines_inspired_by_nature | Taking cues from soft robotics and the natural world, conceptual artist Anicka Yi builds lighter-than-air machines that roam and react like autonomous life forms. Her floating "aerobes" inspire us to think about new ways of living with machines -- and to ponder how they could evolve into living creatures. "What if our machines could be more than just our tools, and instead, a new type of companion species?" she asks. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/miguel_a_modestino_how_to_transform_the_chemical_industry_one_reaction_at_a_time | Chemical plants create many of the materials found in everyday items, from the shoes you wear to the car you drive to the cell phone in your pocket. But the massive carbon footprint from chemical manufacturing is leading to climate breakdown. Sustainable engineering researcher Miguel A. Modestino presents his team's pioneering work on electrochemical engineering -- the design and implementation of new chemical reactions that source their energy directly from electricity, as opposed to fossil fuels -- and explains how it could reduce the world's dependence on oil and gas, protect its natural treasures and keep the economy humming. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/duckwrth_crush_power_power | With style and charisma, hip-hop artist Duckwrth lays down a groove on his funk-driven cuts "Crush" and "Power Power." |
https://www.ted.com/talks/ilyess_el_kortbi_how_our_dependence_on_fossil_fuels_is_leading_the_world_into_war | Climate activist Ilyess El Kortbi cofounded Fridays For Future Ukraine in 2019, but he was forced to flee his country earlier this year. "We were standing together to demand a safe future ... a future free of fossil fuels, but we ended up in a war which is full of these fossils that Europe still continues to buy from autocrats." He calls for countries worldwide to get out of "the fossil fuel trap" and to take action on the climate now — our peace depends on it. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/brooke_bennett_why_the_price_of_insulin_is_a_danger_to_diabetics_aug_2022 | The price of insulin in the US is both outrageous and deadly to those who can't live without it. Diabetes advocate Brooke Bennett shares her own struggles living with type 1 diabetes and how the astronomical cost of a life-saving drug leaves millions struggling to survive. A rallying cry for an affordable and humane livelihood for those with chronic illness. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/ricardo_coler_alla_donde_las_mujeres_mandan | ¿Cómo es una sociedad en la que mandan las mujeres? Ricardo Coler nos lleva a un viaje del que seguramente vamos a salir transformados. El reino de las mujeres, Ser una Diosa, Mujeres de muchos hombres o el que se viene, Hombres de muchas mujeres, entre la poligamia y la infidelidad son algunos de sus libros. Como no podía ser de otra manera, fundó y dirigió la revista cultural Lamujerdemivida, y escribió mucho, pero mucho, sobre sociedades en dónde mandan las mujeres en notas que, como sus libros, se publicaron en todo el mundo. Ricardo es médico, escritor y fotógrafo. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/ted_ed_would_you_pass_the_wallet_test | Picture this: you're working a shift in a hotel lobby when someone approaches the front desk. They found a lost wallet around the corner, but they're in a rush and don't have time to follow up. Looking at the wallet you see it contains a key, grocery list, about $13, and three business cards you assume belong to the wallet's owner. So, what do you do? Dig into the infamous lost wallet experiment. [Directed by Maryna Buchynska, and action creative agency, narrated by Jack Cutmore-Scott, music by Jan Willem de With]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/dean_r_lomax_a_giant_jurassic_sea_dragon_unearthed | Among the dinosaurs, giant sea dragons roamed the ancient ocean. Millions of years later, paleontologist Dean R. Lomax and his team freed the remains of one of these colossal creatures from the Earth. Settle in to learn about the once-in-a-lifetime discovery of the 10-meter-long Rutland ichthyosaur: the largest and most complete ichthyosaur ever unearthed in Britain and one of the greatest finds in the country's paleontological history. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/leo_lanna_and_lvcas_fiat_the_colorful_shapeshifting_wonder_of_the_amazon_s_praying_mantises | In this captivating talk, journey into the surprisingly colorful nights of the Amazon Rainforest, as artistic entomologist Leo Lanna and designer Lvcas Fiat introduce us to the shapeshifting wonder of a creature they've fallen in love with: the praying mantis. Using an innovative approach that fuses science, art and conservation, Lanna and Fiat uncover the unimaginable biodiversity in this natural kingdom, proving that the age of exploration on Earth is far from over. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/paul_rucker_giving_space | Tune into TED Fellow and multidisciplinary artist Paul Rucker's eerie, textured cello piece "Giving Space: Reflecting on the Past Few Years." |
https://www.ted.com/talks/jeanette_winterson_is_humanity_smart_enough_to_survive_itself | With quick wit and sharp insight, writer Jeanette Winterson lays out a vision of the future where human and machine intelligence meld -- forming what she calls "alternative intelligence" -- and takes a philosophical look at our species, asking: Are we smart enough to survive how smart we are? (Followed by a Q&A with TED's head of curation Helen Walters) |
https://www.ted.com/talks/barbara_thorne_coneheads_egg_stacks_and_anteater_attacks_the_reign_of_a_termite_queen | A single determined termite braves countless threats to participate in the only flight of her lifetime. She evades the onslaught of predators as she lands, flips off her wings, secretes pheromones, and attracts a mate. But she's not alone. Unlike most termite species, conehead termite colonies can have multiple queens and kings. Barbara L. Thorne details the reign and duties of termite royalty. [Directed by Thomas Johnson Volda, narrated by Alexandra Panzer, music by Cem Misirlioglu, Jared Samuel]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/peggy_shepard_how_to_build_an_equitable_and_just_climate_future | Everyone has the right to a clean environment -- but major disparities exist when it comes to who faces the consequences of pollution. Environmental justice leader Peggy Shepard points to the disproportionate impact that hazardous environmental conditions have on Black, brown and Indigenous communities and challenges us to build a truly equitable future that turns "sacrifice zones" -- where community health is sacrificed for the sake of development -- into "green zones" that redress the legacy of pollution and harmful policies. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/fabio_pacucci_the_boltzmann_brain_paradox | How do you know you're a person who has lived your life, rather than a just-formed brain full of artificial memories, momentarily hallucinating a reality that doesn't actually exist? That may sound absurd, but it's kept several generations of top cosmologists up at night. They call it: the Boltzmann brain paradox. Fabio Pacucci explores this mind-numbing thought experiment. [Directed by Skirmanta Jakaitė, Art Shot, narrated by Addison Anderson, music by Salil Bhayani, cAMP Studio]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/petra_sijpesteijn_and_birte_kristiansen_the_rise_and_fall_of_the_medieval_islamic_empire | In the 7th century CE, the prophet Muhammad united the people of the Arabian Peninsula through the formation of Islam. Over the next 30 years, caliphs conquered vast areas beyond Arabia, including their mighty neighbors the Persians and Byzantines. But an empire this vast was at risk of conflict and fracture. Petra Sijpesteijn and Birte Kristiansen detail the rise and fall of the Islamic Empire. [Directed by Elahe Baloochi, Fardi Mahmoodi, narrated by Safia Elhillo, music by Stephen LaRosa]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/holly_herndon_what_if_you_could_sing_in_your_favorite_musician_s_voice | What if you could create new music using your favorite musician's voice? Sharing her melodic gifts with the world, multidisciplinary artist Holly Herndon introduces Holly+, an AI-powered instrument that lets people sing with her own voice. Musician Pher joins her onstage to demonstrate this mind-blowing tech while singing into two microphones -- one that amplifies his natural voice and another that makes him sound just like Holly. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/heejae_lim_the_most_powerful_yet_overlooked_resource_in_schools | "When teachers and families work together, everyone wins," says education technology entrepreneur and TED Fellow Heejae Lim. She shines a light on an underutilized resource in US public education -- a family's love for their children -- and shows that, with the right tools and tech, schools can remove language barriers, foster meaningful connections and help every student thrive. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/ali_noorani_the_humans_at_the_center_of_the_us_immigration_debate | How does a nation reconcile when its identity is at odds with its policies? Ali Noorani traces the arc of the US immigration debate to show a safer and more compassionate way forward, highlighting why centering human dignity creates lasting bonds and healthier communities. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/alison_killing_how_data_driven_journalism_illuminates_patterns_of_injustice | Data-driven journalism can help pinpoint truths and expose corruption -- even without physical access to where it's happening. Sharing the remarkable discovery of massive alleged detention camps in Xinjiang, China, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and TED Fellow Alison Killing calls for more reliable open-source data, like satellite and social media imagery, to shine a light on the world's darkest places. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/kiana_hayeri_a_photographic_journey_through_the_taliban_s_takeover_of_afghanistan | Exposing what life looks like in Afghanistan after a 20-year US occupation and the Taliban's stunning and rapid takeover, TED Fellow and documentary photographer Kiana Hayeri captures harrowing glimpses and multifaceted realities of a war-torn country. Through the lens of her camera, she documents devastation and deferred dreams -- but also resilient hope and spirit. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/jane_zelikova_the_hidden_wonders_of_soil | From nourishing our foods to storing massive amounts of carbon, soil is teeming with diverse microbial life that could slow global warming. Climate change scientist Jane Zelikova calls for agricultural practices that protect Earth's soil by growing climate-adapted crops that don't mess with the microbes. "Soils are the literal foundation of life on this planet -- the reason that we eat and the climate solution just waiting to be unlocked," she says. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/eleni_myrivili_a_3_part_plan_to_take_on_extreme_heat_waves | The deadliest severe weather phenomenon is something you might not realize: extreme heat. Eleni Myrivili, chief heat officer of the city of Athens, Greece, explains that extreme heat and heat waves are often overlooked because they're not as dramatic as flooding or hurricanes – and breaks down three approaches to keep cities cool in a time of rapid global temperature rise. "Cranking up the air conditioner is just not going to cut it," she says. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/thomas_heatherwick_the_rise_of_boring_architecture_and_the_case_for_radically_human_buildings | Where did all the lumps and bumps on buildings go? When did city architecture become so ... dull? Here to talk about why cities need inspiring architecture, designer Thomas Heatherwick offers a path out of the doldrums of urban monotony -- and a vision of cities filled with soulful buildings that people cherish for centuries. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/jim_vandehei_how_to_write_less_but_say_more | As the saying goes, less is more. The same goes for words. Listen as Politico and Axios co-founder Jim VandeHei shares what he's learned leading two media companies -- and how to radically rethink the way you write to keep people's attention in a distracted digital world. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/michael_schur_how_ethics_can_help_you_make_better_decisions | What would Immanuel Kant say about a fender bender? In a surprisingly funny trip through the teachings of some of history's great philosophers, TV writer and producer Michael Schur (from hit shows like "The Office" and "The Good Place") talks through how to confront life's moral dilemmas -- and shows how understanding ethical theories can help you make better, kinder decisions. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/andrew_lovering_how_high_altitude_affects_your_body | If you teleported from sea level to the top of Mount Everest, things would go bad fast. At an altitude of 8,848 meters, you would likely suffocate in minutes. However, for people that make this journey over the course of a month, it's possible to survive at the peak for hours. So what happens in our bodies that allows us to endure this incredible altitude? Andrew Lovering investigates. [Directed by Vitalii Nebelskyi, and action creative agency, narrated by Addison Anderson, music by Salil Bhayani, cAMP Studio]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/samir_ibrahim_myverse_and_kristen_warren_how_hip_hop_can_make_climate_action_cool | Music can amplify social issues and inspire people to care about new (and sometimes unexpected) topics. But can it take something as dire as climate change and make it mainstream? With artists MyVerse and Kristen Warren as an inspiring opening act, social entrepreneur Samir Ibrahim suggests hip-hop and its stars can help us move from talking about the problem to rapping about (and acting on) solutions. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/charles_wallace_and_sajan_saini_why_a_sausage_can_do_what_your_gloves_cannot | In 2010, South Korea experienced a particularly cold winter. People couldn't activate their smartphones while wearing gloves, so they began wielding snack sausages— causing one company to see a 40% rise in sausage sales. So, what could sausages do that gloves couldn't? In other words, how do touchscreens actually work? Charles Wallace and Sajan Saini dig into the science of touchscreens. [Directed by Luis Torres, Mr. Flama, narrated by Addison Anderson]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/scott_fitsimones_could_a_dao_build_the_next_great_city | Could DAOs, or "decentralized autonomous organizations," be the key to building the next great city? Experimental urbanist Scott Fitsimones shares how these mission-driven, blockchain-governed, collectively owned organizations could increase the speed and efficiency of building cities (among many other applications) -- all while pooling decision-making power in a radically collaborative way. Hear about how he started a "crypto co-op" that bought 40 acres of land in Wyoming and learn more about the potential for DAOs to get things done in the future. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/liesbeth_demuyser_what_causes_yeast_infections_and_how_do_you_get_rid_of_them | The vagina harbors hundreds of different kinds of microorganisms. Candida yeasts are usually present in small quantities and most of the time, these fungi are harmless. But, under certain conditions, Candida yeasts can cause infections. One species in particular is the usual culprit of vaginal yeast infections. So, how exactly does a yeast infection happen? Liesbeth Demuyser investigates. [Directed by Mette Ilene Holmriis, The Animation Workshop, narrated by Alexandra Panzer, music by Stephen LaRosa]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/david_wengrow_a_new_understanding_of_human_history_and_the_roots_of_inequality | What if the commonly accepted narratives about the foundation of civilization are all wrong? Drawing on groundbreaking research, archaeologist David Wengrow challenges traditional thinking about the social evolution of humanity -- from the invention of agriculture to the formation of cities and class systems -- and explains how rethinking history can radically change our perspective on inequality and modern life. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/zahra_biabani_the_eco_creators_helping_the_climate_through_social_media | "Climate doom-ism," or a pessimistic outlook on the future of the planet, rivals climate denialism in holding up the fight against climate change, says activist Zahra Biabani. Illuminating how hope combats inaction, she takes us inside the world of eco-friendly content on TikTok -- and shows that we all have what it takes to make real change. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/tierney_thys_and_christian_sardet_meet_the_microbes_that_could_eat_your_trash | Each year humanity produces roughly 400 million tons of plastic, 80% of which is discarded as trash. Of that plastic waste, only one-tenth is recycled. 60% gets incinerated or goes into the landfills, and 30% leaks out into the environment. Fortunately, there are microbes that may be able to take a bite out of this growing problem. Tierney Thys and Christian Sardet explore the future of recycling. [Directed by Elsa Esteban, narrated by Addison Anderson, music by Salil Bhayani, cAMP Studio]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/kenny_coogan_this_weird_trick_will_help_you_summon_an_army_of_worms | In the middle of Florida's Apalachicola National Forest, a bizarre, almost magical scene is unraveling. Sliding a metal strip over a wooden stake, a master summoner is sending deep croaking noises reverberating throughout the area. And, as if in a trance, hundreds of earthworms begin emerging from the soil. What's going on? Kenny Coogan explores the tradition known as worm grunting. [Directed by Martina Meštrović, narrated by Alexandra Panzer, music by Marko First]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/ted_ed_the_4_greatest_threats_to_the_survival_of_humanity | With the invention of the atomic bomb, humanity gained the power to destroy itself for the first time in our history. Since then, our risk of either extinction or the collapse of civilization has steadily increased. Just how likely are we to destroy ourselves? And what poses the greatest threat to our survival? Dig into four existential threats and explore how we can safeguard our future. [Directed by Reza Riahi, narrated by Bethany Cutmore-Scott, music by André Aires]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/cesar_cuauhtemoc_garcia_hernandez_the_us_can_move_past_immigration_prisons_and_towards_justice | Imagine seeking safety abroad and instead being detained and forced to defend yourself in a high-stakes legal battle — alone. Law professor César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández explains how the asylum process in the US became warped into what we know today and poses a question that could lead the country out of its labyrinthian policies: In place of investing in more steel doors and barbed wire, what if immigration law was infused with support and justice? |
https://www.ted.com/talks/olivia_lazard_the_blind_spots_of_the_green_energy_transition | The world needs clean power, but decarbonization calls for a massive increase in the mining and extraction of minerals like lithium, graphite and cobalt. Environmental peacemaking expert Olivia Lazard sheds light on the scramble for these precious mineral resources -- and how the countries that control their supply chains (including China and Russia) could find themselves at the center of the new global stage. Learn why Lazard thinks planetary security depends on our ability to de-escalate resource competition and avoid the same mistakes that led to the climate crisis. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/catherine_price_why_having_fun_is_the_secret_to_a_healthier_life | Have you had your daily dose of fun? It's not just enjoyable, it's also essential for your health and happiness, says science journalist Catherine Price. She proposes a new definition of fun -- what she calls "true fun" -- and shares easy, evidence-backed ways to weave playfulness, flow and connection into your everyday life. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/andrea_driessen_the_profound_power_of_gratitude_and_living_eulogies | Why do we often wait so long to recognize each other's gifts? Why are the truest compliments for the people we love often said only after they're no longer around to hear and savor them? Andrea Driessen makes the case for writing eulogies for the living, sharing the power of "Gracenotes" to offer connection on a deeper level and dispel any regrets of waiting until a loved one's death to appreciate their presence in your life. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/noah_r_bressman_and_douglas_fudge_the_world_s_slimiest_animal | In 2017, a truck screeched to a halt. One of its containers slid off, hit a car, and spilled its contents— thousands of kilograms of hagfish. The result of this accident was an absolute mess: the highway was coated in a thick slime that took the fire department 7 hours to clear. How did these creatures create this stupendous supply of slime? Noah R. Bressman and Douglas Fudge investigate. [Directed by Denys Spolitak, narrated by Jack Cutmore-Scott, music by Jarrett Farkas]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/trish_millines_dziko_how_schools_can_nurture_every_student_s_genius | Forget home economics and standardized tests, education visionary Trish Millines Dziko has a much more engaging and fulfilling way for students to develop real-world skills. Get schooled by Dziko as she shares how project-based learning can transform public education and unlock genius for the next generation of critical thinkers, problem solvers, ideators and leaders. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/lyla_latif_the_true_cost_of_gold | In 2020, Mali produced over 71 tons of gold— an amount worth billions of dollars. But Mali saw only $850 million dollars from that gold. And this situation isn't unique: a number of other gold-rich countries in Africa aren't seeing the income they should given the price of gold. So, what's going on? Lyla Latif digs into how foreign corporations exploit African nations for their resources. [Directed by Jeffig Le Bars, Jet Propulsion, narrated by Karen Marie, music by André Aires]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/countdown_how_dilemma_thinking_transforms_argument_into_action | Throughout the world, we find ourselves faced with self-inflicted and interconnected problems that challenge our social fabric, our economic security and the very ability of the Earth to sustain us. We aren't short on solutions to address these problems, but we often get caught up in arguments against one another. "Dilemma thinking" invites us to take situations where we're stuck between opposing values and create a space where both have something to contribute, not by compromise or zero-sum thinking but by bringing all voices into the room on a journey to a better future. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/judy_grisel_how_does_alcohol_cause_hangovers | The molecule responsible for hangovers is ethanol, which we colloquially refer to as alcohol. Ethanol is present in all alcoholic beverages, and generally speaking, the more ethanol, the greater the potential for a hangover. So, how exactly does alcohol cause a hangover— and is there any way to prevent one? Judy Grisel explores the surprising ways that alcohol affects the body. [Directed by Anton Bogaty, narrated by Alexandra Panzer, music by Jarrett Farkas]. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/olga_kitaina_how_to_alter_the_perception_of_mental_health_care_in_russia | During the Soviet Union era, therapy was often used as a tool of political oppression. Since then, Russia has seen major reforms in mental health care -- but stigmas and distrust for the practice still live on. Psychologist and TED Fellow Olga Kitaina shares the current state of therapy in Russia (where tarot card readers and astrologers sometimes pass as psychoanalysts) and outlines her solution for getting people the professional help they need. |
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