TED Radio Hour

Listen Again: Work, Play, Rest - Part 2

12 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: February 11, 2022. As kids, play comes naturally. But over time, it gets replaced with work. This hour, TED speakers explore...

Listen Again: Work, Play, Rest - Part 1

05 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: February 4, 2022. The past few years have shaken the fundamental ways we live. It's... disorienting. But it's also an opportu...

Rosanne Cash: The Rhythm and Rhyme of Memory

29 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For decades, Rosanne Cash has soared through the ranks of music with her powerhouse poetic skills and wistful reflections on her past. This hour, we e...

Listen Again: A Century Of Money (2020)

22 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: December 11, 2020. Recessions, depressions, bubbles, and blue skies — our economy has a history of soaring and plummeting. ...

The Birds And The Bees

15 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"The birds and the bees" may be a emphamism for human reproduction, but procreation of actual winged animals is far wilder. This hour, TED speakers ex...

Searching For Alien Life

08 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are we alone in the universe? Are we one of a crowd? This hour, we travel the cosmos with TED science curator David Biello, exploring where we are in ...

Listen Again: Revitalize (2021)

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: April 9, 2021. During exhausting times, how can we bring what's been dormant back to life? This hour, TED speakers explore wa...

Listen Again: Saleem Reshamwala: Far Flung Places

24 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: July 30, 2021. This hour, journalist Saleem Reshamwala gives us a tour of surprising people and places — Lima, Nairobi, and...

Jacob Collier: The Language Of Harmony

17 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Musician Jacob Collier is known for his electrifying performances and thoughtful views on art and humanity. This hour, Jacob joins us for a conversati...

Listen Again: Heartache

10 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: October 1, 2021. When stress, fear or sadness weigh on us, our hearts can suffer — even break. But there are ways to mend o...

Humor Us

03 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Humor can lighten the mood. But it can also provoke, cajole, and inspire. This hour, TED speakers share how we can wield humor as a tool across all as...

Listen Again: It Takes Time

27 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: February 5, 2021. We live in an era of instant gratification. But some things--to reach their full potential--simply cannot b...

Repair, Repurpose, Reimagine

20 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Reduce, reuse, recycle." We've heard that for decades - but does it work? This hour, TED speakers reimagine the well-known slogan and reconsider how ...

Listen Again: Sound And Silence

13 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: Friday, October 16, 2020. Sound surrounds us, from cacophony even to silence. But depending on how we hear, the world can be ...

Anna Malaika Tubbs: The Three Mothers

06 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

MLK Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin are household names, but what about their mothers? This hour, author Anna Malaika Tubbs explores how these three ...

What Leadership Looks Like

29 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

From workplaces to schools to national governments, leaders everywhere are being called on to solve complex problems with humility and bravery. This h...

Listen Again: The Power Of Spaces

22 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: July 24, 2020. How do spaces shape the human experience? In what ways do our rooms, homes, and buildings give us meaning and ...

Listen Again: The Biology Of Sex

15 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: May 8, 2020. Many of us were taught biological sex is a question of female or male, XX or XY... but it's far more complicated...

Take Care

08 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Giving and receiving care—it's a natural part of life. But how do we offer the best possible support for our loved ones? This hour, TED speakers sha...

Listen Again: The Food Connection

01 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: September 3, 2021. Food is one of life's greatest pleasures, yet many of our food systems are flawed. This hour, TED speakers...

Steven Johnson: Why We're Living Longer

25 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the last century, human life expectancy has doubled. This hour, we talk with writer Steven Johnson on the many breakthroughs that made this possibl...

Listen Again: Warped Reality (2020)

18 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: October 30, 2020. False information on the internet makes it harder and harder to know what's true, and the consequences have...

What Lies Beneath

11 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

From our planet's underwater caves to its ancient soils, there are entire worlds right beneath our feet. This hour, we explore the subterranean forces...

Listen Again: Migration

04 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: April 30, 2021. Migration is a part of everyone's history. This hour, TED speakers explore ideas about places we call home —...

Listen Again: Jason Reynolds - The Antidote To Hopelessness

25 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: September 17, 2021. Jason Reynolds is an award-winning author and National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. This hou...

Work, Play, Rest - Part 3

18 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rest is so much more than just a good night's sleep. From human hibernation to ASMR to the science of dreams, we explore how to nourish our minds and ...

Work, Play, Rest - Part 2

11 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As kids, play comes naturally. But over time, it gets replaced with work. This hour, TED speakers explore how to reconnect with play—to spark creati...

Work, Play, Rest - Part 1

04 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The past few years have shaken the fundamental ways we live. It's... disorienting. But it's also an opportunity to reexamine how we spend our time. Ov...

Listen Again: The Life Cycles Of Cities (2020)

28 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: November 15, 2020. Cities are never static; they can transform in months, years, or centuries. This hour, TED speakers explor...

Dave Eggers: Writing For A Better Future

21 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Fiction can serve as a window into multiple realities—to imagine different futures or understand our own past. This hour, author and TED speaker Dav...

Listen Again: Through The Looking Glass

14 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: Friday, March 19, 2021. Our senses can only take us so far in understanding the world. But with the right tools, we can dig d...

Reshaping Evolution

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

New innovations in gene and stem cell technology have the power to shape ecosystems and even change humanity. This hour, TED speakers share the breakt...

Listen Again: An SOS From The Ocean

31 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: June 25, 2021. For centuries, humans have relied on the oceans for resources and food... but even the deepest sea has its lim...

Bonus Episode: Kelp Farming, for the Climate

29 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As part of our series about oceans, we're featuring a special bonus episode from our friends at Gimlet's How to Save a Planet. Hosts Alex Blumberg and...

Listen Again: A Love Letter To The Ocean

24 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: June 11, 2021. Oceans cover nearly 75% of the Earth. While they seem vast and frightening, they're also enchanting and whimsi...

Amy Webb: A Glimpse Into The Future

17 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This hour, futurist Amy Webb guides us through innovations that give a glimpse into the future of transportation, wellness, tech, commerce, and travel...

Listen Again: The Artist's Voice

10 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: May 13, 2021. Art not only spreads joy, but also inspires us to think deeply about the world around us. This hour, TED speake...

Changing Our Minds

03 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Admitting we're wrong is painful--even seen as a sign of weakness. But what if we take a more flexible approach? This hour: how rethinking ideas can b...

Listen Again: Making Amends

26 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: July 10, 2020. What makes a true apology? What does it mean to make amends for past mistakes? This hour, TED speakers explore...

Listen Again: Jen Gunter: Body Talk

19 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: May 28, 2021. What does it mean to be healthy and to care for our bodies? This hour, physician and writer Jen Gunter empowers...

Bonus Episode: Robin Steinberg

17 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Nearly half a million Americans are jailed because they can't pay bail. In this live conversation, host Manoush Zomorodi interviews public defender Ro...

Bucking The System

12 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We hear calls for systemic change, but what does that look like? This hour, TED speakers share stories of taking on institutions — from schools, to ...

Listen Again: Nora McInerny: Life's Rough Edges

05 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When experiencing grief or hardship, how can we move forward? This hour, writer Nora McInerny shares ideas on navigating the most difficult parts of l...

Special Delivery

29 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to deliver a message, precious cargo, or vaccines — meant for exactly the right place in our bodies? This hour, TED speakers explo...

Shoham Arad: Ideas Into Action

22 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Anyone can have a big idea. But how do those big ideas come to fruition and grow? Director of the TED Fellows program Shoham Arad walks us through sev...

Listen Again: Revitalize

15 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: April 9, 2021. After an exhausting year for everyone, how can we bring what's been dormant back to life? This hour, TED speak...

Listen Again: Life Stages Of The Brain (10.8.2021)

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: March 5, 2021. In each stage of life, our brains morph and change. This hour, TED speakers explore pivotal chapters where the...

Heartache

01 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When stress, fear or sadness weigh on us, our hearts can suffer — even break. But there are ways to mend our broken hearts. This hour, TED speakers ...

Listen Again: School Of Life (2020)

24 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: October 2, 2020. Millions of kids returned to school this month. But if there's one thing we've learned from the past two yea...

Jason Reynolds: The Antidote To Hopelessness

17 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Reynolds is an award-winning author and National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. This hour, Jason speaks with Manoush about reaching k...

Listen Again: The Gratitude Chain: A.J. Jacobs

10 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: February 19, 2021. When A.J. Jacobs set out to thank everyone who made his morning cup of coffee, he realized the chain of th...

The Food Connection

03 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Food is one of life's greatest pleasures, yet many of our food systems are flawed. This hour, TED speakers look to the past to reconnect with what we ...

Listen Again — Esther Perel: Building Resilient Relationships (2020)

27 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: September 11, 2020. How do we build more trusting and empathetic relationships, even during a crisis? This hour, therapist Es...

Elise Hu: The Beauty Ideal

20 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. But it's also shaped by global norms. This hour, journalist Elise Hu reflects on what's considered beautiful now...

Listen Again: It Takes Time

13 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: February 5, 2021. We live in an era of instant gratification. But some things--to reach their full potential--simply cannot b...

Listen Again: Finding Another Way

06 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original Broadcast Date: September 4, 2020. Conflict is a part of life. But in a polarized world, reaching a resolution is harder than ever. This hour...

Saleem Reshamwala: Far Flung Places

30 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This hour, journalist Saleem Reshamwala gives us a tour of surprising people and places — Lima, Nairobi, and prehistoric New Jersey — to inspire n...

The Public Commons

23 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How can we create public places that feel welcoming and safe for everyone? This hour, TED speakers examine our physical and digital spaces—how they ...

Listen Again: The Biology Of Sex

16 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: May 8, 2020. Many of us were taught biological sex is a question of female or male, XX or XY ... but it's far more complicate...

Listen Again: The Power Of Spaces

09 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: July 24, 2020. How do spaces shape the human experience? In what ways do our rooms, homes, and buildings give us meaning and ...

Listen Again: Uncharted (2020)

02 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: March 27, 2020. There's so much we've yet to explore—from outer space to the deep ocean to our own brains. This hour, Manou...

An SOS From The Ocean

25 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

For centuries, humans have relied on the oceans for resources and food... but even the deepest sea has its limits. This hour, TED speakers discuss how...

Listen Again: Our Relationship With Water

18 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We need water to live. But with rising seas and so many lacking clean water — water is in crisis and so are we. This hour, TED speakers explore idea...

A Love Letter To The Ocean

11 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Oceans cover nearly 75% of the Earth. While they seem vast and frightening, they're also enchanting and whimsical. This hour, TED speakers dive into s...

Bonus Episode: Jon M. Chu

08 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ever since he started shooting home movies with his family's bulky video camera, Jon M. Chu knew he wanted to be a filmmaker. But after directing seve...

Listen Again: Clint Smith

04 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: June 5, 2020. The killing of George Floyd by a police officer in 2020 sparked massive protests nationwide. This hour, writer ...

Jen Gunter: Body Talk

28 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What does it mean to be healthy and to care for our bodies? Physician and writer Jen Gunter empowers us to cut through false medical claims and make i...

Listen Again: Breathe

21 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: January 15, 2021. Breathing is essential to life. And lately, the safety of the air we inhale, or the need to pause and take ...

The Artist's Voice

14 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Art not only spreads joy, but also inspires us to think deeply about the world around us. This hour, TED speakers explore how dance, poetry, and film ...

Listen Again: Warped Reality

07 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: October 30, 2020. False information on the internet makes it harder and harder to know what's true, and the consequences have...

Migration

30 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Migration is a part of everyone's history. This hour, TED speakers explore ideas about places we call home — and how these experiences continue to r...

Nora McInerny: Life's Rough Edges

23 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When experiencing grief or hardship, how can we move forward? This hour, writer Nora McInerny shares ideas on navigating the most difficult parts of l...

Listen Again: A Century Of Money

16 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: December 11, 2020. Recessions, depressions, bubbles, and blue skies — our economy has a history of soaring and plummeting. ...

Bonus Episode: ZigZag - The Pulse

14 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In our latest TED Radio Hour episode, we explored ways to revitalize ourselves... especially when we feel exhausted. In this bonus follow-up episode f...

Revitalize

09 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After an exhausting year for everyone, how can we bring what's been dormant back to life? This hour, TED speakers explore ways to revitalize our minds...

Listen Again: The Life Cycles Of Cities

02 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: November 13, 2020. Cities are never static; they can transform in months, years, or centuries. This hour, TED speakers explor...

Listen Again - Baratunde Thurston: How To Citizen

26 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: December 4, 2020. Last year's election saw historic voter turnout. But in a divided democracy, how else can we commit to our ...

Through The Looking Glass

19 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our senses can only take us so far in understanding the world. But with the right tools, we can dig deeper. This hour, TED speakers take us through th...

Listen Again: Sound And Silence

12 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: October 16, 2020. Sound surrounds us, from cacophony even to silence. But depending on how we hear, the world can be a differ...

Life Stages Of The Brain

05 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In each stage of life, our brains morph and change. This hour, TED speakers explore pivotal chapters where the brain can either flourish or decline –...

Black History ... And The Future

26 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Black History Month is a time to remember and reflect on Black heritage. This hour features powerful conversations from past episodes on how we can co...

The Gratitude Chain: A.J. Jacobs

19 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When A.J. Jacobs set out to thank everyone who made his morning cup of coffee, he realized the chain of thank-yous was endless. This hour, Jacobs shar...

Listen Again — Esther Perel: Building Resilient Relationships

12 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: September 11, 2020. How do we build more trusting and empathetic relationships, even during a crisis? This hour, therapist Es...

It Takes Time

05 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We live in an era of instant gratification. But some things — to reach their full potential — simply cannot be rushed. This hour, TED speakers exp...

Listen Again: Our Relationship With Water

29 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: August 7, 2020. We need water to live. But with rising seas and so many lacking clean water — water is in crisis and so are...

TED's Idea Search: Cloe Shasha Brooks

22 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Anyone from anywhere can give a TED Talk. This hour, we're joined by curator Cloe Shasha Brooks, who leads a massive search each year to discover bril...

Breathe

15 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Breathing is essential to life. And lately, the safety of the air we inhale, or the need to pause and take a deep breath, is on our minds a lot. This ...

Listen Again: School Of Life

08 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: October 20, 2020. Right now, many kids aren't in their classrooms — but there is so much to learn outside of school as well...

Bonus Episode: Stacey Abrams

06 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The runoff Senate elections in the state of Georgia have been big news, and a driving force behind the scenes for Democrats is Stacey Abrams. She's a ...

Listen Again: Finding Another Way

01 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Conflict is a part of life. But in a polarized world, reaching resolution is harder than ever. This hour, TED speakers explore creative and extraordin...

Listen Again — Debbie Millman: Designing Our Lives

25 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

From prehistoric cave art to today's social media feeds, to design is to be human. This hour, designer Debbie Millman guides us through a world made a...

Making Sense Of 2020

18 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

2020 is finally coming to an end. This hour, we look back at moments, talks, and big ideas from past episodes that helped us make sense of this strang...

A Century Of Money

11 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Recessions, depressions, bubbles, and blue skies — our economy has a history of soaring and plummeting. This hour, TED speakers look to the past for...

How To Citizen

04 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This year's election saw historic voter turnout. But in a divided democracy, how else can we commit to our civic duties? This hour, Baratunde Thurston...

Listen Again: Making Amends

27 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: July 10, 2020. What makes a true apology? What does it mean to make amends for past mistakes? This hour, TED speakers explore...

Listen Again: TED Radio Wow-er

20 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Original broadcast date: June 26, 2020. With so many schools closed, lots of kids are stuck at home, learning remotely. Special guest Guy Raz joins Ma...

The Life Cycles Of Cities

13 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Cities are never static; they can transform in months, years, or centuries. This hour, TED speakers explore how today's cities are informed by the pas...

Building Our Zero-Emissions Future

06 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Fighting climate change is a big, messy task that will take a lot of work. This hour, TED's Science Curator David Biello joins Manoush to share some p...

Warped Reality

30 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

False information on the internet makes it harder and harder to know what's true, and the consequences have been devastating. This hour, TED speakers ...

Listen Again: The Power Of Spaces

23 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

How do spaces shape the human experience? In what ways do our rooms, homes, and buildings give us meaning and purpose? This hour, TED speakers explore...