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How to live a meaningful life | Brian S. Lowery
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What makes for a meaningful life? Social psychologist Brian S. Lowery explores three ideas tied to the experience of meaning and shows why simply purs...
TED Talks Daily Book Club | Are smartphones ruining childhood? | Jonathan Haidt
15 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt's latest book, "The Anxious Generation," is shaping cultural conversations and sparking fierce debates about the ro...
What makes us human in the age of AI? A psychologist and a technologist answer | TED Intersections
14 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
AI has the potential to impact the way humans interact with the world — and each other. Social psychologist Brian S. Lowery and AI technologist Kyla...
The recipe for a healthy climate starts at the dinner table | Anthony Myint
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why aren't restaurants part of the climate solution? This question inspired chef Anthony Myint to go from opening buzzy pop-ups to pushing for a shift...
The arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov — and why you should care | Eli Pariser
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Online democracy advocate Eli Pariser explains the details surrounding the August 2024 arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov by French authorities — an...
To end extreme poverty, give cash — not advice | Rory Stewart
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are traditional philanthropy efforts actually taking money from the poor? Former UK Member of Parliament Rory Stewart breaks down why many global deve...
Can math help repair democracy? | Sam Wang
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Could math help make American democracy more responsive to the people? From detecting gerrymandered districts to predicting the impact of alternative ...
How to find laughter anywhere | Chris Duffy
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why are some people really funny and others ... not so much? Comedian Chris Duffy shows how you can sharpen your sense of humor and start laughing eve...
Sunday Pick: Could your new best friend be an AI-powered NPC? | The TED AI Show
08 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. Today we're sharing a special episode of The ...
What does it take to create change? An artist and a conservationist answer | TED Intersections
07 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does it actually take to make meaningful change? Conservationist Kristine McDivitt Tompkins and playwright and theater director Amir Nizar Zuabi ...
A controversial play — and what it taught me about the psychology of climate | David Finnigan
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When playwright David Finnigan staged a play titled "Kill Climate Deniers" in 2014, he knew it'd get a strong reaction. What he wasn't prepared for wa...
How to turn the tables on food waste | Dana Gunders
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We waste a staggering one trillion dollars worth of food each year, significantly contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and the climate crisis. Foo...
3 skills every middle school boy needs | Jerome Hunter
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Middle school is a time like no other, as significant biological and emotional changes coincide with profound personal growth, says educator Jerome Hu...
How to ask for more — and get it | Alex Carter
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you get what you want out of a negotiation? United Nations negotiation trainer Alex Carter says the best methods center on recruitment, not riv...
Why do Americans and Canadians celebrate Labor Day? | Kenneth C. Davis
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the United States and Canada, the first Monday of September is a federal holiday, Labor Day. Originally celebrated in New York City’s Union Squar...
Sunday Pick: How to spot a bully in the workplace | Fixable
01 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. Today we're sharing a special episode of Fixa...
TED Intersections: What makes you "you"? An actor and a neuroscientist answer | Yara Shahidi and Anil Seth
31 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What can acting reveal about the mystery of consciousness? Actor and producer Yara Shahidi and cognitive neuroscientist Anil Seth unpack the surprisin...
The case for good jobs — and why they're good for business too | Zeynep Ton
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many of the jobs that keep the world running — like cleaning bathrooms, picking up trash, caring for the elderly — pay so poorly that workers can ...
How testosterone and culture shape behavior | Carole K. Hooven
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Drawing on her research into the science of play, evolutionary biologist Carole K. Hooven delves into how testosterone impacts the body and brain, int...
The beautiful paradoxes of a multicultural identity | Farhad Mohit
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you find yourself when you belong to two seemingly opposing cultures? Embracing the paradoxes of dual identity, creative disruptor Farhad Mohit...
Want to get ahead at work? Risk the awkward moments | Henna Pryor
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When we avoid feeling awkward, we often miss an opportunity for growth, says workplace performance expert Henna Pryor. She shares tips on embracing di...
The invisible networks shaping your everyday life | Deb Chachra
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The basic infrastructure that controls plumbing, electricity and more is vital to your individual agency, says engineering professor Deb Chachra. She ...
TED Talks Daily Book Club: The Anxious Generation | Jonathan Haidt
25 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Elise as she interviews TED speakers about their latest books and delves deep into their ideas.Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt's latest book, ...
Yes, you can be an entrepreneur too | Saamra Mekuria-Grillo
24 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Who gets to be an entrepreneur? Saamra Mekuria-Grillo says the image we most commonly see — a guy in a hoodie — is a limiting representation of en...
Meet our planet's hidden defenders | Anjan Sundaram
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Small Indigenous communities make up only five percent of the world's population, but they defend 80 percent of the biodiversity that remains on Earth...
How to empower farmers — and nourish the planet | Agnes Kalibata
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Africa's smallholder farmers feed millions of people and uplift economies, yet they often lack the basic resources needed to thrive, says agricultural...
How to prevent — or stop — a war | Gabrielle Rifkind
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"I'm not a pacifist, but in the end, war is the greatest human rights abuse and does not make the world safer," says Gabrielle Rifkind, director of th...
How to end malaria once and for all | Abdoulaye Diabaté
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Malaria is a disease as old as humankind, yet we may be closer than ever to eliminating it, says medical entomologist Abdoulaye Diabaté. He explains ...
How to set the right goals and stay motivated | Ayelet Fishbach
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You can't just "find" motivation, says scientist Ayelet Fishbach — you have to learn how to motivate yourself. She shares a handful of tips backed b...
Sunday Pick: How to develop the habits you want – and get rid of the ones you don’t
18 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. Today we're sharing a special episode of How ...
The missing piece of the clean energy transition | Sheila Ngozi Oparaocha
17 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The clean energy transition has a major blind spot, says energy equity expert Sheila Ngozi Oparaocha: it ignores millions of people without access to ...
How entrepreneurs can unlock their full potential | Jay Bailey
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jay Bailey says so many ideas never see the light of day because entrepreneurship has a problem of belonging. He shares how a chance encounter kicked ...
The intersection of war and climate change | Victor Ochen
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Conflict is the biggest barrier to tackling climate change, says youth advocate Victor Ochen. Having seen firsthand how war undermined Uganda's econom...
The tipping points of climate change — and where we stand | Johan Rockström
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're nearly halfway through the 2020s, dubbed the most decisive decade for action on climate change. Where exactly do things stand? Climate impact sc...
Are your coping mechanisms healthy? | Andrew Miki
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What do you do when you're feeling stressed or anxious? Psychologist Andrew Miki explains how many of the coping mechanisms that help us feel better i...
The astonishing future of immersive live entertainment | Willie Williams
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Multimedia show director Willie Williams has helped redefine live entertainment in collaboration with artists ranging from David Bowie to The Rolling ...
Sunday Pick: How to survive a losing team
11 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. Today we're sharing a special episode of Good...
The breakthrough power of young leaders | Mohan Sivaloganathan
10 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Leadership isn’t a title; it’s a verb that requires action, says youth empowerment advocate Mohan Sivaloganathan. Drawing on his experience as the...
An anthem for peace and justice from Israeli and Palestinian youth | Jerusalem Youth Chorus
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Human beings are hardwired to trust one another more when we sing together," says Micah Hendler, founder of the Jerusalem Youth Chorus, a music and d...
The innovators building Africa's thriving tech scene | Peace Itimi
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“A new reality has emerged, one where ambitious Africans are writing their own stories as builders and as innovators,” says business storyteller P...
The Olympic spirit — and how you can tap into it | Allyson Felix
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Allyson Felix is an 11-time Olympic medalist and the most decorated track and field athlete of all time. She joined us live from the 2024 Summer Olymp...
How to disagree with respect — not hate | Spencer J. Cox
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Spencer J. Cox, Republican governor of the state of Utah in the United States, says that even in these deeply polarized times, it's still possible to ...
The unsung heroes putting climate solutions into practice | Aline Sousa
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The improper handling of waste is the third largest source of methane emissions in the world, says Aline Sousa, but waste pickers like her help reduce...
Sunday Pick: How free solo climber Alex Honnold faces fear
04 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. Today we're sharing a special episode of ReTh...
The ancient origins of the Olympics | Armand D'Angour
03 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thousands of years in the making, the Olympics began as part of a religious festival honoring the Greek god Zeus in the rural Greek town of Olympia. B...
How to break through fear and become a leader | Valerie Montgomery Rice
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Vigilance. Grit. Resilience. Valerie Montgomery Rice, the president and CEO of Morehouse School of Medicine, shares where she learned these key qualit...
Why isn't the climate movement voting? | Nathaniel Stinnett
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Millions of people say they care deeply about climate change ... yet they're not showing up at elections to turn their concern into political power, s...
The secret to finding your ideal workplace | Marion Campan
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What's the most important thing to look for when applying for a new job? Entrepreneur Marion Campan advocates for a focus on company culture above all...
A firework ladder to the sky — and the magic of explosive art | Cai Guo-Qiang
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From a boy setting off small explosions in his living room to the creator of world-famous pyrotechnic events, multidisciplinary artist Cai Guo-Qiang h...
The secret force for limitless energy? Lasers | Tammy Ma
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In 2022, physicist Tammy Ma and her team achieved a scientific breakthrough decades in the making: fusion ignition, or the combining of two atoms to g...
TED Talks Daily Book Club: Come Together | Emily Nagoski
28 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is our second installment of the TED Talks Daily Summer Book Club series. Join Elise as she interviews TED speakers about their books and their i...
How buildings can improve life — inside and out | Doris Sung
27 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Architect and building tech innovator Doris Sung presents a compelling vision for reimagining building facades as active contributors to urban life an...
War journalism should be rooted in empathy — not violence | Bel Trew
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We need journalism that moves beyond a constant focus on violence and honestly depicts the full impact of war, in and out of the trenches, says confli...
The problem with food and climate — and how to fix it | Jonathan Foley
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Global food production — from meat to grains — accounts for a third of all greenhouse gas emissions, says sustainability scientist Jonathan Foley....
The satellite helping slow climate change — right now | Millie Chu Baird
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Meet MethaneSAT: the satellite circling Earth right now to track global emissions from methane: a highly potent, short-term greenhouse gas. Environmen...
What to do when you offend someone | Lambers Fisher
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Misunderstandings between you and your loved ones will happen — it's what you do next that matters most, says marriage and family therapist Lambers ...
What's possible when the arts belong to everybody | Lear deBessonet with Brian Stokes Mitchell
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With huge, city-wide casts from an array of communities, theater director Lear deBessonet's productions illuminate the unique power of the arts to tra...
Sunday Pick: How much water do you actually need a day?
21 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Glowing skin, increased energy, higher mental function and weight loss: These are just a few of the benefits we have been promised for the low cost of...
How to claim your leadership power | Michael Timms
20 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When faced with challenges, do you often seek someone else to blame? Leadership expert Michael Timms shows why this instinct is counterproductive, hig...
Bravery, brilliance and RuPaul Charles | On the Spot
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the debut of TED's new "On the Spot" rapid-fire Q&A format, Emmy-winning television superstar and drag icon RuPaul Charles answers questions ab...
Why young people are worse off than their parents — and what to do about it | Scott Galloway and Chris Anderson
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special conversation, NYU marketing professor Scott Galloway and head of TED Chris Anderson dive deeper into Galloway’s explosive recent TED...
Quantum computers aren’t what you think — they’re cooler | Hartmut Neven
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Quantum computers obtain superpowers by tapping into parallel universes, says Hartmut Neven, the founder and lead of Google Quantum AI. He explains ho...
Can America come together after the Trump assassination attempt? | Ian Bremmer
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this urgent conversation, president and founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media Ian Bremmer joins TED’s Helen Walters to discuss the assassinati...
My search for proof aliens exist | Avi Loeb
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why have we not yet found proof of alien life? According to astrophysicist Avi Loeb, we simply haven't dedicated the proper resources. Diving into uni...
Sunday Pick: Mexico City
14 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. Today we're sharing a special episode of Far ...
How farmworkers are fighting extreme heat | Jon Esformes and Gerardo Reyes Chávez
13 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Farm labor is hot, backbreaking and dangerous work. To protect workers from extreme heat and workplace exploitation, farmworker Gerardo Reyes Chávez ...
3 ideas for communicating across the political divide | Isaac Saul
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How does language shape our politics? Journalist Isaac Saul explores how subtle word choices can inhibit productive dialogue about significant issues ...
The alchemy of pop | Kesha
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"You can write a song and you can not tell the truth, but your song will suck," says pop star Kesha. So what's the secret to making a great pop song? ...
The fight over minerals for green energy — and a better way forward | Saleem Ali
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To transition to clean energy and green technology like electric cars, the world needs massive amounts of essential minerals. Environmental peacemaker...
AI that connects the digital and physical worlds | Anima Anandkumar
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“While language models may help generate new ideas, they cannot attack the hard part of science, which is simulating the necessary physics,” says ...
Lessons from my father’s final days | Laurel Braitman
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Life is an endless sushi conveyor belt of things that are going to test you and teach you at the same time," says writer Laurel Braitman. Exploring t...
Reducing toxic polarization – one conversation at a time | Dave Isay
07 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For the past 20 years StoryCorps has been traveling the country gathering the stories and wisdom of ordinary Americans and archiving them at the Libra...
The secret ingredients of great hospitality | Will Guidara
06 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Restaurateur Will Guidara's life changed when he decided to serve a two-dollar hot dog in his fancy four-star restaurant, creating a personalized expe...
Could psychedelics help patients in therapy? | Benjamin Lewis
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to make psychiatry more psychedelic, says psychiatrist Benjamin Lewis. Sharing results from his clinical trial on psychedelic-assisted thera...
Democracy requires disagreement. Here's how to do it better | Bret Stephens and Yordanos Eyoel
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As authoritarian leaders challenge democratic institutions around the world, some people are questioning whether democracy is even the best political ...
Magic and wonder in the age of AI | David Kwong
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With AI everywhere you look, you may think you've seen it all. Magician David Kwong suggests otherwise, proposing advancements in technology actually ...
A 3-step guide to believing in yourself | Sheryl Lee Ralph
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sheryl Lee Ralph is a force, delivering iconic performances both on stage and screen. But she didn't always know if she'd make it big. In a lively tal...
Next up for AI? Dancing robots | Catie Cuan
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Would you tango with a robot? Inviting us into the fascinating world of dancing machines, robot choreographer Catie Cuan highlights why teaching robot...
TED Talks Daily Book Club: Horse Barbie | Geena Rocero
30 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is our first episode of a new series — the TED Talks Daily Book Club. Join Elise as she interviews TED speakers about their books and their ide...
A street librarian's quest to bring books to everyone | Storybook Maze
29 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As a self-proclaimed radical street librarian, Storybook Maze makes books appear where they're scarce. Through initiatives like free, public book vend...
Lessons from people already adapting to the climate crisis | Dorcas Naishorua
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Maasai people have lived sustainably off the savanna for centuries, raising cattle for sustenance and income. Climate activist Dorcas Naishorua pa...
The hidden danger of lead in soil | Yvette Cabrera
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's an invisible health threat right under our feet, says investigative journalist Yvette Cabrera. She digs into the pervasive problem of lead con...
The last 6 decades of AI — and what comes next | Ray Kurzweil
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How will AI improve our lives in the years to come? From its inception six decades ago to its recent exponential growth, futurist Ray Kurzweil highlig...
How you could see inside your body — with a micro-robot | Alex Luebke, Vivek Kumbhari
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Would you swallow a micro-robot? In a gutsy demo, physician Vivek Kumbhari navigates Pillbot, a wireless, disposable robot swallowed onstage by engine...
A scientific breakthrough that could transform how we produce food | David Friedberg
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Agriculture fundamentally changed the way humans live — but at a cost, using up huge tracts of land and wreaking havoc on the environment, even as m...
Sunday Pick: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on facing impostor syndrome and taking criticism
23 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. Today we're sharing a special episode of Re...
Why US laws must expand beyond the nuclear family | Diana Adams
22 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The nuclear family model may no longer be the norm in the US, but it's still the basis for social and economic benefits like health care, tax breaks a...
How to do laundry when you're depressed | KC Davis
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever had a hard time doing daily household tasks -- cooking, cleaning, laundry -- and felt like a terrible person for struggling in the first place? T...
Is cultivated meat the future of food? | Uma Valeti
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The way we raise animals is destructive to humans, animals and the environment, says cardiologist and entrepreneur Uma Valeti. He presents a solution ...
A master chef's take on food, culture and community | Marcus Samuelsson
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The secret magic of good food is that it brings people and cultures closer together. Chef Marcus Samuelsson taps into that magic at his acclaimed rest...
To love is to be brave | Kelly Corrigan
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Family life often requires extraordinary bravery, from navigating the daily challenges to surviving the unexpected crises. Author and podcaster Kelly ...
How to spot authoritarianism — and choose democracy | Ian Bassin
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Democracy is about having choices — and authoritarianism is about not having them, says lawyer and writer Ian Bassin. Detailing the seven steps of t...
Sunday Pick: Fixable Live - A conversation with Scott Galloway
16 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. Today we're sharing a special episode of Fixa...
A second chance for fathers to connect with their kids | Charles C. Daniels, Jr.
15 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 h...
Why you should talk about your anxiety at work | Adam Whybrew
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We can’t get rid of anxiety and depression, so we might as well talk about it, says depression truth-teller Adam Whybrew. Sharing his own experience...
Why AI needs a "nutrition label" | Kasia Chmielinski
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What do sandwiches have to do with AI? Data reformist Kasia Chmielinski helps us think about artificial intelligence with a useful food metaphor — a...
Entertainment is getting an AI upgrade | Kylan Gibbs
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
AI has the power to bring your favorite fictional characters to life, says technologist Kylan Gibbs. Introducing Caleb, an "AI agent" with personality...
Even healthy couples fight — the difference is how | Julie and John Gottman
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can conflict actually bring you and your partner closer? It depends on how you fight, say Julie and John Gottman, the world’s leading relationship s...
What DEI gets wrong — and how to do it right | Paolo Gaudiano
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Social entrepreneur Paolo Gaudiano explains why many companies are taking the wrong approach to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives — ...
Sunday Pick: Design Matters with Carrie Brownstein
09 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. Today we're sharing an episode Design Matters...