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Every weekday, TED Talks Daily brings you the latest talks in audio. Join host and journalist Elise Hu for thought-provoking ideas on every subject imaginable — from Artificial Intelligence to Zoology, and everything in between — given by the world's leading thinkers and creators. With TED Talks Daily, find some space in your day to change your perspectives, ignite your curiosity, and learn something new.

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07.01.2022 How data-driven journalism illuminates patterns of injustice \| Alison Killing A blank spot on a digital map can signal much more than a gap in data -- it can mean something is being intentionally hidden. Sharing the remarkable discovery of massive alleged detention camps in Xinjiang, China, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist ...
06.30.2022 The humans at the center of the US immigration debate \| Ali Noorani 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 ...
06.29.2022 Why healthy soil matters now more than ever \| Jane Zelikova 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 ...
06.28.2022 An invitation to reexamine your familiar world \| Gillian Tett Before entering the world of financial journalism, Gillian Tett was a cultural anthropologist who studied how the past influences our present thoughts and behaviors. In an entertaining talk, she shows how you can use an anthropological outlook to see the ...
06.27.2022 How to unite people through art (with JR) \| How to Be a Better Human Art can move us in deep, meaningful ways. A beautiful song, a good book or a great film can change our perspectives and attitudes toward ideas, and sometimes people. Where does that magic come from -- and how can we ...
06.24.2022 Africa's great carbon valley -- and how to end energy poverty \| James Irungu Mwangi Our lives depend on curbing climate change, but so many priorities seem to be in competition. What's the most urgent thing humanity can do right now? Social entrepreneur James Irungu Mwangi tells us why Africa could be the ideal home ...
06.23.2022 SpaceX's supersized Starship rocket -- and the future of galactic exploration \| Jennifer Heldmann SpaceX's Starship launch vehicle has the potential to explore the solar system in a bold, new -- and supersized -- way. Planetary scientist Jennifer Heldmann talks about how reusable, large-scale spacecraft like Starship could help humanity achieve its next galactic ...
06.22.2022 What happens to people's donated eggs and sperm after they die? \| Ellen Trachman Today, there are many ways to conceive a child, thanks to assisted reproductive technologies like IVF and egg-freezing. But the law lags behind these advancements, says attorney Ellen Trachman, troubling parents-to-be with stranger-than-fiction mix-ups and baffling lawsuits. Trachman makes the ...
06.21.2022 How to find joy in climate action \| Ayana Elizabeth Johnson We can all play a role in the climate movement by tapping into our skills, resources and networks in ways that bring us satisfaction, says climate leader Ayana Elizabeth Johnson. She suggests drawing a Venn diagram to map these questions: ...
06.19.2022 The mission to safeguard Black history in the US \| Julieanna L. Richardson Black history in the US is rich, profound -- and at risk of being lost forever, if not for the monumental efforts of Julieanna L. Richardson. As the founder of The HistoryMakers -- the largest national archive of African American ...
06.17.2022 The actual cost of preventing climate breakdown \| Yuval Noah Harari Nobody really knows how much it would cost to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. Yet historian Yuval Noah Harari's analysis, based on the work of scientists and economists, indicates that humanity might avert catastrophe by investing the equivalent ...
06.16.2022 A second chance for fathers to connect with their kids \| Charles C. Daniels, Jr. Fathers have a profound impact on their children's lives, yet an estimated ten million kids in the US see their dads less than once a month. Through his advocacy and mental health center, therapist Charles C. Daniels, Jr. empowers fathers ...
06.15.2022 The relationship between sex and imagination \| Gina Gutierrez Sex is as much mental as it is physical -- and imagination is the most powerful tool we have to expand our personal agency and capacity for pleasure, says sexual wellness storyteller Gina Gutierrez. The founder of audio-erotica company Dipsea, ...
06.14.2022 5 ethical principles for digitizing humanitarian aid \| Aarathi Krishnan Over the last decade, humanitarian organizations have digitized many of their systems, from registering refugees with biometric IDs to transporting cargo via drones. This has helped deliver aid around the world, but it's also brought new risks to the people ...
06.13.2022 How a "Hi Level" mindset helps you realize your potential \| Cordae What does it take to build a legacy? Hip-hop artist Cordae tells how he went from mixtape-dropping high school kid to Grammy-nominated music star whose "Hi Level" mindset helps him achieve his dreams.
06.10.2022 How Black girls can reclaim their voice in music \| Kyra Gaunt How does music shape us? Digital ethnomusicologist and TED Fellow Kyra Gaunt studies how Black girls can preserve the integrity of their own voices while listening, dancing and singing to pop songs largely engineered by men, often with lyrics that ...
06.09.2022 Esports, virtual Formula 1 and the new era of play \| James Hodge As the line between the physical and digital worlds blur, so does the line between real-world and virtual sports. Reframing our understanding of competition, data-driven technologist James Hodge explains how far esports (like virtual Formula 1 race car driving) have ...
06.08.2022 A sci-fi story of climate optimism \| Vandana Singh "The world is a living tapestry ... As the weave of life is torn apart in one place, the threads unravel in another," says author and physics professor Vandana Singh, acknowledging humanity's interconnectedness with the planet -- and the uncertain ...
06.07.2022 The brain science (and benefits) of ASMR \| Craig Richard A curious, quiet revolution of sound has taken over the internet. Physiologist Craig Richard explains the soothing brain science of Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (ASMR), tracking its rise in popularity and why this fascinating phenomenon is so relaxing to millions ...
06.06.2022 How to preserve your private life in the age of social media \| Bryce Dallas Howard Growing up in the public eye, multi-hyphenate creator Bryce Dallas Howard experienced the familiar pressure to share her life with the world on social media. But with her mother's steadfast guidance, Howard learned to set personal boundaries and savor the ...
06.04.2022 Why bittersweet emotions underscore life's beauty \| Susan Cain Life is a constant state of both joy and sorrow, dark and light, bitter and sweet. In a meditative conversation, author Susan Cain explores how being attuned to the bittersweetness of life -- and being fully present for both the ...
06.03.2022 The awesome potential of many metaverses \| Agnes Larsson In the multitude of metaverses that exist there are infinite possibilities for inclusivity and creativity. Inviting us to craft our own digital universes, Minecraft's game director Agnes Larsson shares how the experience of building and sharing metaverses can foster dialogue, ...
06.02.2022 The secret to mastering life's biggest transitions \| Bruce Feiler How do you navigate life's growing number of transitions with meaning, purpose and skill? Writer Bruce Feiler offers a powerful way to handle uncertain, painful and confusing times -- or "lifequakes", as he calls them. Learn how to equip yourself ...
06.01.2022 A brain implant that turns your thoughts into text \| Tom Oxley What if you could control digital devices using just the power of thought? That's the incredible promise behind the Stentrode -- an implantable brain-computer interface that collects and wirelessly transmits information directly from the brain, without the need for open ...
05.31.2022 How innovation and technology can fight global hunger \| Bernhard Kowatsch Social entrepreneur Bernhard Kowatsch shares real-life examples of how a business approach focused on accelerating tech (like a blockchain-supported way to bring food to refugees or a machine that fortifies flour at small mills in Africa) can help make an ...
05.30.2022 What Wikipedia teaches us about balancing truth and beliefs \| Katherine Maher Even with public trust at an all-time low, Wikipedia continues to maintain people's confidence. How do they do it? Former CEO of Wikimedia Foundation Katherine Maher delves into the transparent, adaptable and community-building ways the online encyclopedia brings free and ...
05.29.2022 How to manage your stress like an ER doctor \| TED Health How do doctors in the emergency room stay calm and focused amidst the chaos? Drawing on years of experience, ER doctor Darria Long shares a straightforward framework to help you take back control and feel less overwhelmed when life starts ...
05.28.2022 Humanity's search for cosmic truth and poetic beauty \| Maria Popova Linking together the histories of Henrietta Swan Leavitt, Edwin Hubble and Tracy K. Smith, poet and thinker Maria Popova crafts an astonishing story of how humanity came to see the edge of the observable universe. (Followed by an animated excerpt ...
05.27.2022 The future of US reproductive rights after Roe v. Wade \| Mary Ziegler, Loretta J. Ross, Erika Bachiochi, Joshua Prager The recent leak of the US Supreme Court's draft opinion overturning Roe v. Wade -- the nearly 50-year-old ruling to legalize abortion nationwide -- has left many wondering what happens next for reproductive rights in the country. In a thoughtful, ...
05.26.2022 A flavorful field guide to foraging \| Alexis Nikole Nelson Whether it's dandelions blooming in your backyard or purslane sprouting from the sidewalk, vegan forager Alexis Nikole Nelson is on a mission to show how freely growing flora could make its way to your plate. With contagious enthusiasm and a ...
05.25.2022 3 ways to make flying more climate-friendly \| Ryah Whalen Air travel opens our eyes to the world, but it also comes at a high cost to the environment. Piloting us into a future of green aviation, innovator Ryah Whalen shares three ways to lower the industry's carbon footprint through ...
05.24.2022 How is your city tackling the climate crisis? \| Marvin Rees "If we can unlock the full potential of our cities, we can minimize the price the planet pays for hosting us in our growing numbers," says Marvin Rees, the Mayor of Bristol, UK, who understands deeply how cities can help ...
05.23.2022 How labor unions shape society \| Margaret Levi The weekend. Social Security. Health insurance. What do these things have in common? They all exist thanks to the advocacy of labor unions. Political economist Margaret Levi explains how these organizations forge equality and protect worker rights, calling for a ...
05.22.2022 Breaking up with perfectionism \| WorkLife with Adam Grant Perfectionism is on the rise -- and not just in job interviews when people claim it's their greatest weakness. But the desire to be flawless is not always productive or healthy. As a recovering perfectionist, organizational psychologist Adam Grant dives ...
05.21.2022 The real reason you feel so busy (and what to do about it) \| Dorie Clark These days, almost all of us feel pressed for time. Leadership expert Dorie Clark shares three hidden reasons people fall into an endless loop of feeling constantly busy, and invites you to question what really motivates how you spend your ...
05.20.2022 How to discover your authentic self -- at any age \| Bevy Smith In a talk packed with wry wisdom, pop culture queen Bevy Smith shares hard-earned lessons about authenticity, confidence, mature success and why, if you put in the work, "life gets greater later."
05.19.2022 How great leaders innovate responsibly \| Ken Chenault In times of uncertainty, leaders have a responsibility to inspire hope. Sharing hard-won wisdom, business leader Ken Chenault talks about what it takes to enact positive, enduring change -- and why it's more important than ever to invest in responsible ...
05.18.2022 The workplace, redefined by women of color \| Deepa Purushothaman Corporate inclusion visionary Deepa Purushothaman shares how women of color can advocate for themselves in workplace settings where they are undervalued, discriminated against and overlooked -- and how companies can foster working cultures that empower everyone to achieve success. (This ...
05.17.2022 A creator-led internet, built on blockchain \| Adam Mosseri As digital assets like cryptocurrency and NFTs become more mainstream, design thinker and head of Instagram Adam Mosseri believes that creators are uniquely positioned to benefit. These blockchain-enabled technologies could remove the need for a "middleman" in the form of ...
05.16.2022 Why Africa needs community-led conservation \| Resson Kantai Duff Conservation efforts in Africa have typically been led by "parachute conservationists" -- outsiders who drop in thinking they have all the answers, hire locals to implement them and then disappear. But conservationist Resson Kantai Duff has a better way to ...
05.15.2022 Listen now: Season 2 \| Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter Can you really boost your metabolism? Is blue light actually ruining your sleep? How much vaginal yeast is healthy, and when is it ... too much? Body Stuff is back for a second season to bust the lies you're told ...
05.14.2022 The future of the food ecosystem -- and the power of your plate \| Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli Many people across the world don't have access to healthy food -- while in other places tons of food go to waste. Social entrepreneur Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli thinks we can take bold steps to fix this problem. She lays out ...
05.13.2022 The crime-fighting power of cross-border investigative journalism \| Bektour Iskender Organized crime operates across national borders -- to keep up, investigative journalists need to do the same. TED Fellow Bektour Iskender gives the inside scoop on his efforts to unveil secret, insidious operations in his home country of Kyrgyzstan, and ...
05.12.2022 How to stop banks from investing in fossil fuels \| Lucie Pinson Money is pollution's biggest driving force -- particularly, the cash invested in dirty energy projects, says financial responsibility campaigner Lucie Pinson. She shares a three-pronged approach to stop banks from funding fossil fuel companies, including what she calls "collaborative blackmailing" ...
05.11.2022 The case for a 4-day work week \| Juliet Schor The traditional approach to work needs a redesign, says economist Juliet Schor. She's leading four-day work week trials in countries like the US and Ireland, and the results so far have been overwhelmingly positive: from increased employer and customer satisfaction ...
05.10.2022 My long walk across India for women's freedom \| Srishti Bakshi There are 600 million women in India -- yet they are rarely seen outdoors after sunset because of safety concerns like harassment and catcalls. On a mission to create safer public spaces, women's rights advocate Srishti Bakshi talks about how ...
05.09.2022 The most powerful untapped resource in health care \| Edith Elliott and Shahed Alam Whether we're rushing a child to the emergency room after a fall or making chicken soup for a feverish spouse, love inspires us to act when a family member gets sick. Global health activists Edith Elliott and Shahed Alam believe ...
05.08.2022 A bold plan to transform access to the US social safety net \| Amanda Renteria Digital public servant Amanda Renteria has seen that the millions of people who rely on government welfare services are often discouraged from seeking them out, frustrated by long lines and unnecessarily complicated processes. At Code for America, Renteria is helping ...
05.07.2022 A transparent, easy way for smallholder farmers to save \| Anushka Ratnayake A safe space to save money is life-changing -- especially for the 60 million smallholder farmers in West Africa (the majority being women) who often live on less than two dollars a day. Poverty fighter Anushka Ratnayake introduces her nonprofit ...
05.06.2022 An election redesign to restore trust in US democracy \| Tiana Epps-Johnson Election infrastructure in the United States is crumbling, says technologist Tiana Epps-Johnson, and, even worse, election officials are increasingly being attacked simply for doing their jobs. How can the country rebuild trust in its local and national elections? Epps-Johnson describes ...

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07.01.2022 How data-driven journalism illuminates patterns of injustice \| Alison Killing A blank spot on a digital map can signal much more than a gap in data -- it can mean something is being intentionally hidden. Sharing the remarkable discovery of massive alleged detention camps in Xinjiang, China, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist ...
06.30.2022 The humans at the center of the US immigration debate \| Ali Noorani 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 ...
06.29.2022 Why healthy soil matters now more than ever \| Jane Zelikova 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 ...
06.28.2022 An invitation to reexamine your familiar world \| Gillian Tett Before entering the world of financial journalism, Gillian Tett was a cultural anthropologist who studied how the past influences our present thoughts and behaviors. In an entertaining talk, she shows how you can use an anthropological outlook to see the ...
06.27.2022 How to unite people through art (with JR) \| How to Be a Better Human Art can move us in deep, meaningful ways. A beautiful song, a good book or a great film can change our perspectives and attitudes toward ideas, and sometimes people. Where does that magic come from -- and how can we ...
06.24.2022 Africa's great carbon valley -- and how to end energy poverty \| James Irungu Mwangi Our lives depend on curbing climate change, but so many priorities seem to be in competition. What's the most urgent thing humanity can do right now? Social entrepreneur James Irungu Mwangi tells us why Africa could be the ideal home ...
06.23.2022 SpaceX's supersized Starship rocket -- and the future of galactic exploration \| Jennifer Heldmann SpaceX's Starship launch vehicle has the potential to explore the solar system in a bold, new -- and supersized -- way. Planetary scientist Jennifer Heldmann talks about how reusable, large-scale spacecraft like Starship could help humanity achieve its next galactic ...
06.22.2022 What happens to people's donated eggs and sperm after they die? \| Ellen Trachman Today, there are many ways to conceive a child, thanks to assisted reproductive technologies like IVF and egg-freezing. But the law lags behind these advancements, says attorney Ellen Trachman, troubling parents-to-be with stranger-than-fiction mix-ups and baffling lawsuits. Trachman makes the ...
06.21.2022 How to find joy in climate action \| Ayana Elizabeth Johnson We can all play a role in the climate movement by tapping into our skills, resources and networks in ways that bring us satisfaction, says climate leader Ayana Elizabeth Johnson. She suggests drawing a Venn diagram to map these questions: ...
06.19.2022 The mission to safeguard Black history in the US \| Julieanna L. Richardson Black history in the US is rich, profound -- and at risk of being lost forever, if not for the monumental efforts of Julieanna L. Richardson. As the founder of The HistoryMakers -- the largest national archive of African American ...
06.17.2022 The actual cost of preventing climate breakdown \| Yuval Noah Harari Nobody really knows how much it would cost to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. Yet historian Yuval Noah Harari's analysis, based on the work of scientists and economists, indicates that humanity might avert catastrophe by investing the equivalent ...
06.16.2022 A second chance for fathers to connect with their kids \| Charles C. Daniels, Jr. Fathers have a profound impact on their children's lives, yet an estimated ten million kids in the US see their dads less than once a month. Through his advocacy and mental health center, therapist Charles C. Daniels, Jr. empowers fathers ...
06.15.2022 The relationship between sex and imagination \| Gina Gutierrez Sex is as much mental as it is physical -- and imagination is the most powerful tool we have to expand our personal agency and capacity for pleasure, says sexual wellness storyteller Gina Gutierrez. The founder of audio-erotica company Dipsea, ...
06.14.2022 5 ethical principles for digitizing humanitarian aid \| Aarathi Krishnan Over the last decade, humanitarian organizations have digitized many of their systems, from registering refugees with biometric IDs to transporting cargo via drones. This has helped deliver aid around the world, but it's also brought new risks to the people ...
06.13.2022 How a "Hi Level" mindset helps you realize your potential \| Cordae What does it take to build a legacy? Hip-hop artist Cordae tells how he went from mixtape-dropping high school kid to Grammy-nominated music star whose "Hi Level" mindset helps him achieve his dreams.
06.10.2022 How Black girls can reclaim their voice in music \| Kyra Gaunt How does music shape us? Digital ethnomusicologist and TED Fellow Kyra Gaunt studies how Black girls can preserve the integrity of their own voices while listening, dancing and singing to pop songs largely engineered by men, often with lyrics that ...
06.09.2022 Esports, virtual Formula 1 and the new era of play \| James Hodge As the line between the physical and digital worlds blur, so does the line between real-world and virtual sports. Reframing our understanding of competition, data-driven technologist James Hodge explains how far esports (like virtual Formula 1 race car driving) have ...
06.08.2022 A sci-fi story of climate optimism \| Vandana Singh "The world is a living tapestry ... As the weave of life is torn apart in one place, the threads unravel in another," says author and physics professor Vandana Singh, acknowledging humanity's interconnectedness with the planet -- and the uncertain ...
06.07.2022 The brain science (and benefits) of ASMR \| Craig Richard A curious, quiet revolution of sound has taken over the internet. Physiologist Craig Richard explains the soothing brain science of Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (ASMR), tracking its rise in popularity and why this fascinating phenomenon is so relaxing to millions ...
06.06.2022 How to preserve your private life in the age of social media \| Bryce Dallas Howard Growing up in the public eye, multi-hyphenate creator Bryce Dallas Howard experienced the familiar pressure to share her life with the world on social media. But with her mother's steadfast guidance, Howard learned to set personal boundaries and savor the ...
06.04.2022 Why bittersweet emotions underscore life's beauty \| Susan Cain Life is a constant state of both joy and sorrow, dark and light, bitter and sweet. In a meditative conversation, author Susan Cain explores how being attuned to the bittersweetness of life -- and being fully present for both the ...
06.03.2022 The awesome potential of many metaverses \| Agnes Larsson In the multitude of metaverses that exist there are infinite possibilities for inclusivity and creativity. Inviting us to craft our own digital universes, Minecraft's game director Agnes Larsson shares how the experience of building and sharing metaverses can foster dialogue, ...
06.02.2022 The secret to mastering life's biggest transitions \| Bruce Feiler How do you navigate life's growing number of transitions with meaning, purpose and skill? Writer Bruce Feiler offers a powerful way to handle uncertain, painful and confusing times -- or "lifequakes", as he calls them. Learn how to equip yourself ...
06.01.2022 A brain implant that turns your thoughts into text \| Tom Oxley What if you could control digital devices using just the power of thought? That's the incredible promise behind the Stentrode -- an implantable brain-computer interface that collects and wirelessly transmits information directly from the brain, without the need for open ...
05.31.2022 How innovation and technology can fight global hunger \| Bernhard Kowatsch Social entrepreneur Bernhard Kowatsch shares real-life examples of how a business approach focused on accelerating tech (like a blockchain-supported way to bring food to refugees or a machine that fortifies flour at small mills in Africa) can help make an ...
05.30.2022 What Wikipedia teaches us about balancing truth and beliefs \| Katherine Maher Even with public trust at an all-time low, Wikipedia continues to maintain people's confidence. How do they do it? Former CEO of Wikimedia Foundation Katherine Maher delves into the transparent, adaptable and community-building ways the online encyclopedia brings free and ...
05.29.2022 How to manage your stress like an ER doctor \| TED Health How do doctors in the emergency room stay calm and focused amidst the chaos? Drawing on years of experience, ER doctor Darria Long shares a straightforward framework to help you take back control and feel less overwhelmed when life starts ...
05.28.2022 Humanity's search for cosmic truth and poetic beauty \| Maria Popova Linking together the histories of Henrietta Swan Leavitt, Edwin Hubble and Tracy K. Smith, poet and thinker Maria Popova crafts an astonishing story of how humanity came to see the edge of the observable universe. (Followed by an animated excerpt ...
05.27.2022 The future of US reproductive rights after Roe v. Wade \| Mary Ziegler, Loretta J. Ross, Erika Bachiochi, Joshua Prager The recent leak of the US Supreme Court's draft opinion overturning Roe v. Wade -- the nearly 50-year-old ruling to legalize abortion nationwide -- has left many wondering what happens next for reproductive rights in the country. In a thoughtful, ...
05.26.2022 A flavorful field guide to foraging \| Alexis Nikole Nelson Whether it's dandelions blooming in your backyard or purslane sprouting from the sidewalk, vegan forager Alexis Nikole Nelson is on a mission to show how freely growing flora could make its way to your plate. With contagious enthusiasm and a ...
05.25.2022 3 ways to make flying more climate-friendly \| Ryah Whalen Air travel opens our eyes to the world, but it also comes at a high cost to the environment. Piloting us into a future of green aviation, innovator Ryah Whalen shares three ways to lower the industry's carbon footprint through ...
05.24.2022 How is your city tackling the climate crisis? \| Marvin Rees "If we can unlock the full potential of our cities, we can minimize the price the planet pays for hosting us in our growing numbers," says Marvin Rees, the Mayor of Bristol, UK, who understands deeply how cities can help ...
05.23.2022 How labor unions shape society \| Margaret Levi The weekend. Social Security. Health insurance. What do these things have in common? They all exist thanks to the advocacy of labor unions. Political economist Margaret Levi explains how these organizations forge equality and protect worker rights, calling for a ...
05.22.2022 Breaking up with perfectionism \| WorkLife with Adam Grant Perfectionism is on the rise -- and not just in job interviews when people claim it's their greatest weakness. But the desire to be flawless is not always productive or healthy. As a recovering perfectionist, organizational psychologist Adam Grant dives ...
05.21.2022 The real reason you feel so busy (and what to do about it) \| Dorie Clark These days, almost all of us feel pressed for time. Leadership expert Dorie Clark shares three hidden reasons people fall into an endless loop of feeling constantly busy, and invites you to question what really motivates how you spend your ...
05.20.2022 How to discover your authentic self -- at any age \| Bevy Smith In a talk packed with wry wisdom, pop culture queen Bevy Smith shares hard-earned lessons about authenticity, confidence, mature success and why, if you put in the work, "life gets greater later."
05.19.2022 How great leaders innovate responsibly \| Ken Chenault In times of uncertainty, leaders have a responsibility to inspire hope. Sharing hard-won wisdom, business leader Ken Chenault talks about what it takes to enact positive, enduring change -- and why it's more important than ever to invest in responsible ...
05.18.2022 The workplace, redefined by women of color \| Deepa Purushothaman Corporate inclusion visionary Deepa Purushothaman shares how women of color can advocate for themselves in workplace settings where they are undervalued, discriminated against and overlooked -- and how companies can foster working cultures that empower everyone to achieve success. (This ...
05.17.2022 A creator-led internet, built on blockchain \| Adam Mosseri As digital assets like cryptocurrency and NFTs become more mainstream, design thinker and head of Instagram Adam Mosseri believes that creators are uniquely positioned to benefit. These blockchain-enabled technologies could remove the need for a "middleman" in the form of ...
05.16.2022 Why Africa needs community-led conservation \| Resson Kantai Duff Conservation efforts in Africa have typically been led by "parachute conservationists" -- outsiders who drop in thinking they have all the answers, hire locals to implement them and then disappear. But conservationist Resson Kantai Duff has a better way to ...
05.15.2022 Listen now: Season 2 \| Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter Can you really boost your metabolism? Is blue light actually ruining your sleep? How much vaginal yeast is healthy, and when is it ... too much? Body Stuff is back for a second season to bust the lies you're told ...
05.14.2022 The future of the food ecosystem -- and the power of your plate \| Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli Many people across the world don't have access to healthy food -- while in other places tons of food go to waste. Social entrepreneur Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli thinks we can take bold steps to fix this problem. She lays out ...
05.13.2022 The crime-fighting power of cross-border investigative journalism \| Bektour Iskender Organized crime operates across national borders -- to keep up, investigative journalists need to do the same. TED Fellow Bektour Iskender gives the inside scoop on his efforts to unveil secret, insidious operations in his home country of Kyrgyzstan, and ...
05.12.2022 How to stop banks from investing in fossil fuels \| Lucie Pinson Money is pollution's biggest driving force -- particularly, the cash invested in dirty energy projects, says financial responsibility campaigner Lucie Pinson. She shares a three-pronged approach to stop banks from funding fossil fuel companies, including what she calls "collaborative blackmailing" ...
05.11.2022 The case for a 4-day work week \| Juliet Schor The traditional approach to work needs a redesign, says economist Juliet Schor. She's leading four-day work week trials in countries like the US and Ireland, and the results so far have been overwhelmingly positive: from increased employer and customer satisfaction ...
05.10.2022 My long walk across India for women's freedom \| Srishti Bakshi There are 600 million women in India -- yet they are rarely seen outdoors after sunset because of safety concerns like harassment and catcalls. On a mission to create safer public spaces, women's rights advocate Srishti Bakshi talks about how ...
05.09.2022 The most powerful untapped resource in health care \| Edith Elliott and Shahed Alam Whether we're rushing a child to the emergency room after a fall or making chicken soup for a feverish spouse, love inspires us to act when a family member gets sick. Global health activists Edith Elliott and Shahed Alam believe ...
05.08.2022 A bold plan to transform access to the US social safety net \| Amanda Renteria Digital public servant Amanda Renteria has seen that the millions of people who rely on government welfare services are often discouraged from seeking them out, frustrated by long lines and unnecessarily complicated processes. At Code for America, Renteria is helping ...
05.07.2022 A transparent, easy way for smallholder farmers to save \| Anushka Ratnayake A safe space to save money is life-changing -- especially for the 60 million smallholder farmers in West Africa (the majority being women) who often live on less than two dollars a day. Poverty fighter Anushka Ratnayake introduces her nonprofit ...
05.06.2022 An election redesign to restore trust in US democracy \| Tiana Epps-Johnson Election infrastructure in the United States is crumbling, says technologist Tiana Epps-Johnson, and, even worse, election officials are increasingly being attacked simply for doing their jobs. How can the country rebuild trust in its local and national elections? Epps-Johnson describes ...

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How data-driven journalism illuminates patterns of injustice | Alison Killing

The humans at the center of the US immigration debate | Ali Noorani

Why healthy soil matters now more than ever | Jane Zelikova

An invitation to reexamine your familiar world | Gillian Tett

How to unite people through art (with JR) | How to Be a Better Human

Africa's great carbon valley -- and how to end energy poverty | James Irungu Mwangi

SpaceX's supersized Starship rocket -- and the future of galactic exploration | Jennifer Heldmann

What happens to people's donated eggs and sperm after they die? | Ellen Trachman

How to find joy in climate action | Ayana Elizabeth Johnson

The mission to safeguard Black history in the US | Julieanna L. Richardson

The actual cost of preventing climate breakdown | Yuval Noah Harari

A second chance for fathers to connect with their kids | Charles C. Daniels, Jr.

The relationship between sex and imagination | Gina Gutierrez

5 ethical principles for digitizing humanitarian aid | Aarathi Krishnan

How a "Hi Level" mindset helps you realize your potential | Cordae

How Black girls can reclaim their voice in music | Kyra Gaunt

Esports, virtual Formula 1 and the new era of play | James Hodge

A sci-fi story of climate optimism | Vandana Singh

The brain science (and benefits) of ASMR | Craig Richard

How to preserve your private life in the age of social media | Bryce Dallas Howard

Why bittersweet emotions underscore life's beauty | Susan Cain

The awesome potential of many metaverses | Agnes Larsson

The secret to mastering life's biggest transitions | Bruce Feiler

A brain implant that turns your thoughts into text | Tom Oxley

How innovation and technology can fight global hunger | Bernhard Kowatsch

What Wikipedia teaches us about balancing truth and beliefs | Katherine Maher

How to manage your stress like an ER doctor | TED Health

Humanity's search for cosmic truth and poetic beauty | Maria Popova

The future of US reproductive rights after Roe v. Wade | Mary Ziegler, Loretta J. Ross, Erika Bachiochi, Joshua Prager

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