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How to tame your advice monster | Michael Bungay Stanier
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It lurks within, emerging in conversation to share ineffective, premature suggestions … it’s your advice monster, and we all have one, says writer...
Why social health is key to happiness and longevity | Kasley Killam
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You know it's important to take care of your physical and mental health. But what about your social health? Social scientist Kasley Killam shows how f...
Sunday Pick: How to find connection – and love – in everyday life (w/ Barbara Fredrickson) | How to Be a Better Human
23 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Romantic love isn’t all it’s cracked up to be – at least that’s one way positive psychologist Barbara Fredrickson puts it. Barbara’s decades...
TED Explores: Food for the Future | TED Countdown
22 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Food is culture, food is life — it’s part of who we are and the magic that binds us together. But here’s the twist: the way we eat is pushing th...
Feeling stuck on climate change? Here’s what to do | Kris De Meyer
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
To spark action on climate change, the conventional wisdom says that awareness must precede action — but neuroscientist Kris De Meyer suggests the o...
The food that fertilizes itself | Giles E.D. Oldroyd
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Could the key to a sustainable food system already be growing in the world’s farms? Plant scientist Giles E.D. Oldroyd explores how a special quirk ...
A fresh approach to international development | Faisal Saeed Al Mutar
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Money for international development rarely makes it to the people it intends to help, says Faisal Saeed Al Mutar, the founder of Ideas Beyond Borders....
Collagen's dirty secret — and its clean future | Fei Luo
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From cosmetics to nutrition, collagen is seemingly everywhere — but we don't often discuss its ethically questionable sources, says chemical enginee...
What if AI could spot your lies? | Riccardo Loconte
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Humans are terrible at detecting lies, says psychologist Riccardo Loconte ... but what if we had an AI-powered tool to help? He introduces his team’...
A bold new chapter for TED | Chris Anderson
16 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Anderson, head of TED, has some big news to share: after 25 years of leading the organization, he's issuing an open invitation to pass on its st...
How little experiments can lead to big success | Emmanuel Acho and David Epstein
15 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are your goals and resolutions actually holding you back from becoming your best self? Emmanuel Acho — a former NFL player, now an author and TV spo...
How to divorce as allies, not enemies | Allison O'Brien
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ending a marriage doesn’t have to mean ending a family, says communication expert Allison O'Brien, who navigated her own divorce without lawyers or ...
How AI will answer questions we haven't thought to ask | Aravind Srinivas
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Human potential will only accelerate with AI answering questions better and faster than ever before, says Aravind Srinivas, cofounder and CEO of conve...
Why joy is a serious way to take action | Pattie Gonia
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
While doom and gloom may wake people up, joy keeps them in the fight, says drag queen and environmentalist Pattie Gonia. With humor, creativity and a ...
The power shift US politics needs | Anathea Chino
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As the cofounder of Advance Native Political Leadership, Anathea Chino creates space for Native American leaders to thrive in an often unwelcoming pol...
Embrace your main character energy with Natasha Rothwell | On the Spot
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Actor and writer Natasha Rothwell takes the stage for “On the Spot,” TED’s rapid-fire Q&A format. Answering a stream of unexpected questions...
Sunday Pick: A Healthier You: A cardiologist's guide to protecting your heart | TED Health
09 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. This is a special episode of the "A Healthier...
Why daylight is the secret to great sleep | Christine Blume
08 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Does the type and amount of light you’re exposed to during the day change how well you sleep at night? Diving into the effects of daylight on your i...
The unique love between humans and dogs | Elias Weiss Friedman
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What makes the bond between people and dogs so special? Elias Weiss Friedman, creator of The Dogist, has captured millions of hearts by documenting th...
Love, trust and marketing in the age of AI | Amaryllis Liampoti
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As AI chatbots become more personal and proactive, the line between tool and companion is beginning to blur, with some users even professing love for ...
Is perfectionism just procrastination in disguise? | Jon Youshaei
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What separates struggling artists from successful ones? Looking to creative geniuses like Mozart, Edison and Monet, video creator Jon Youshaei explain...
Do you talk to yourself? Here’s how to harness your inner voice | Ethan Kross
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your inner voice is a powerful tool for self-reflection and planning, but it can also trap you in negative thought loops — “chatter,” as psychol...
Why do some bodies respond differently to disease? | Erika Moore
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
TED Fellow and equity bioengineer Erika Moore investigates how cells controlling inflammation behave differently depending on a patient's background. ...
Sunday Pick: A Black Utopia In North Carolina | Far Flung
02 Feb 2025
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 of Far Flung. ...
AI won't plateau — if we give it time to think | Noam Brown
01 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
To get smarter, traditional AI models rely on exponential increases in the scale of data and computing power. Noam Brown, a leading research scientist...
The high-wire act of unlocking clean energy | Jason Huang
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why are we using tech from 100 years ago to deliver the world's electricity? Materials scientist Jason Huang shows how we could massively upgrade the ...
The secret to telling a great story — in less than 60 seconds | Jenny Hoyos
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For social media creator and viral video hitmaker Jenny Hoyos, the key to telling a great story is to keep it brief. She breaks down her framework for...
Why body language is the key to self-expression — and hot selfies | David Suh
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if striking a pose could not only make you look good but also help you embody who you’re meant to become? Demonstrating the art of mindful posi...
Are we alone in the universe? We're close to finding out | Lisa Kaltenegger
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Astrophysicist Lisa Kaltenegger explores the thrilling possibility of discovering life beyond Earth, highlighting how cutting-edge technology like the...
How digital culture is reshaping our faces and bodies | Elise Hu
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As "beauty filters" proliferate on social media platforms like TikTok, journalist Elise Hu says we've entered the era of the technological gaze, where...
Sunday Pick: Sam Altman on the future of AI and humanity | ReThinking with Adam Grant
26 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. Sam Altman is the CEO and cofounder of OpenAI...
6 ways to make better connections online | Margaux Miller
25 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Networking expert Margaux Miller offers a fresh playbook for making meaningful connections online, presenting six tips for building online relationshi...
How AI is decoding ancient scrolls | Julian Schilliger and Youssef Nader
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI researcher Youssef Nader and digital archaeologist Julian Schilliger share how they used AI to virtually "unroll" and decode the Herculaneum scroll...
Can salad dressing transform capitalism? | Alex Amouyel
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if businesses were designed to maximize impact — not just profits? Alex Amouyel, president and CEO of Newman's Own Foundation, details the orga...
Climate progress isn't a sprint — it's a marathon | Greg De Temmerman
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fighting climate change is much like long-distance running: a complex journey filled with obstacles, fast-changing conditions and the need for constan...
Confessions of a recovering people pleaser | Baron Ryan
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Internet filmmaker Baron Ryan talks to himself, but he doesn't always like what he has to say. In a funny, existential play (where Ryan plays both him...
I’m a conservative — and I care about the climate, too | Danielle Butcher Franz
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Environmental challenges aren't for just one political party to deal with — everyone must work together to solve them, says conservation champion Da...
Sunday Pick: Why kindness is the secret to a successful business | Fixable
19 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. Is kindness (and a little math) all it takes ...
Can AI companions help heal loneliness? | Eugenia Kuyda
18 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI companions could either be the cure to our loneliness epidemic … or humanity's final downfall, says Eugenia Kuyda, creator of Replika — an app ...
How to turn setbacks into success | Amy Shoenthal
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Success rarely happens in a straight line, with setbacks all but guaranteed along the way. What's the best way to recover? Leadership coach Amy Shoent...
The art of marketing — for good | Raja Rajamannar
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can marketing transcend traditional business goals and actually be a force for good? Mastercard CMO Raja Rajamannar shares how purpose-driven initiati...
How distributed work can unlock your potential | Avani Prabhakar
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The option to work from home means that work truly works for everyone, says Avani Prabhakar, chief people officer of a large tech company. She explain...
A hospital in the cloud bringing health care anywhere in the world | Mohamed Aburawi
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if AI could help connect you with the right medical care, exactly when you need it? Health systems entrepreneur, surgeon and TED Fellow Mohamed A...
Solar energy is even cheaper than you think | Jenny Chase
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How prevalent is solar power, really? According to researcher Jenny Chase, it's already displacing fossil fuels in key energy markets around the world...
Sunday Pick: Design Matters | Colin Greenwood
12 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. Since 2003, Radiohead’s bassist, Colin Gree...
The biggest global risks for 2025 | Ian Bremmer
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
2025 ushers in one of the most dangerous periods in world history — on par with the 1930s and early Cold War, says Ian Bremmer, president and founde...
Does your heartbeat shape your sense of time? | Irena Arslanova
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like time slows down when you’re bored but flies when you’re having fun? Cognitive neuroscientist Irena Arslanova explores the wa...
The potential US TikTok ban — and what's at stake | Clay Shirky
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The clock is ticking on social media giant TikTok, which faces a nationwide ban in the United States unless its parent company, ByteDance, sells it by...
Why violence is rising with global temperatures | Peter Schwartzstein
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Climate change doesn't just melt ice caps, it also fuels conflict, corruption and division worldwide, explains TED Fellow and journalist Peter Schwart...
How AI can bridge the Deaf and hearing worlds | Adam Munder
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Software engineer Adam Munder is on a mission to break down communication barriers between the Deaf and hearing worlds. In a live demo, he introduces ...
How to feed 10 billion people — without destroying nature | Andy Jarvis
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeding 10 billion people without wrecking the planet means rethinking protein, from plant-based and fermented foods to lab-grown meat that tastes lik...
Sunday Pick: Can I speed up my metabolism? | Body Stuff
05 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. From metabolism gummies to spicy foods, the K...
How community-led research drives social change | Monica Malta
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What's the best way to develop and implement solutions to social problems? TED Fellow and human rights activist Monica Malta discusses why traditional...
What does poverty look like on a plate? | Huiyi Lin
03 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
TED Fellow and economic policy researcher Huiyi Lin is cocreator of "The Poverty Line," an art project examining poverty through the lens of food. By ...
How to reclaim your life from work | Simone Stolzoff
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Where do you draw the line between work and life? Writer Simone Stolzoff explores the problem with defining yourself by your job — and shows what it...
The 1-minute secret to forming a new habit | Christine Carter
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You know how resolutions often go: you set a goal and start strong ... then the motivation runs out and feelings of frustration and shame creep in. Th...
12 truths I learned from life and writing | Anne Lamott
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A few days before she turned 61, writer Anne Lamott decided to write down everything she knew for sure. She dives into the nuances of being a human wh...
Why you should start thinking about death | How to Be a Better Human
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a saying about two things that are inevitable in this world, and Alua Arthur wants to help you think about one of them with less fear. No, s...
Sunday Pick: How to be productive without burning out with Cal Newport | ReThinking
29 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. This is an episode of ReThinking with Adam Gr...
Why you should make a spectacle out of life with Lear deBessonet | How to Be a Better Human
28 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time something you watched struck you? Award-winning theater director Lear deBessonet is deeply passionate about spectacle – and t...
Break the bad news bubble (Part 2) | Angus Hervey
27 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for our periodic update of good news from Angus Hervey, founder of Fix the News, an independent publication that reports stories of global p...
The mind-reading potential of AI | Chin-Teng Lin
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Scientists are getting closer to giving humans the power to communicate with their thoughts alone. In a live demo, researcher Chin-Teng Lin shows how ...
Why do we kiss under mistletoe? | Carlos Reif
25 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The sight of mistletoe may either send you scurrying or, if you have your eye on someone, awaiting an opportunity beneath its snow-white berries. But ...
Can AI master the art of humor? | Bob Mankoff
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can artificial intelligence be funny, or is comedy a uniquely human trait? In this witty and insightful talk, cartoonist Bob Mankoff explores the art ...
How to protect your emotional health during the holidays | Guy Winch
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The end of the year is often a time to reflect and spend time with family — activities that may seem joyful or anxiety-inducing, depending on your c...
Sunday Pick: Friction 101: How to make the right things easier and wrong things harder | Fixable
22 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. This is an episode of Fixable, another podcas...
What's our relationship to AI? It's complicated | AC Coppens, Kasley Killam and Apolinário Passos
21 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a lively conversation from TED's brand-new Next Stage, social scientist Kasley Killam, technologist Apolinário Passos and futurist AC Coppens expl...
The greatest show on Earth — for kids who need it most | Sahba Aminikia
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
TED Fellow and composer Sahba Aminikia brings the healing power of dance, storytelling, music and performance to some of the most dangerous places on ...
3 reasons to take risks like a teenager | Adriana Galván
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is embracing your inner teenager the key to thriving in adulthood? Neuroscientist Adriana Galván shares three powerful lessons from decades of resear...
The absurd inequality of climate work — and how to fix it | Joshua Amponsem
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to tackling the climate crisis, the majority of the workforce in Africa believes their role is in the labor-intensive, low-income work —...
Can you love your body — and still want to change it? | Gabriella Lascano
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gabriella Lascano rose to prominence as a plus-size influencer, advocating for respect at any size with her natural blend of confidence and self-love....
How to make big decisions in challenging circumstances | Jonathan Reimer
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When making a big decision, should you trust your gut or follow the data? Emergency manager Jonathan Reimer draws on his experience responding to some...
Sunday Pick: Humanity’s first AI election with WIRED's Vittoria Elliott | The TED AI Show
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. Today, an episode of The TED AI Show. 2024 wa...
Unions for climate action! | Payton M. Wilkins
14 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the long term, shutting down a coal mine means cleaner air and a healthier environment — but in the short term, it can devastate a community or f...
Want to give a great presentation? Use ugly sketches | Martin J. Eppler
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Looking to level up your presentations? It might only take a poorly-drawn sketch, says professor Martin J. Eppler. He offers three tips to use visuali...
4 steps to unlock your kid’s math potential | Shalinee Sharma
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Math isn't just for "math kids" — it's for everyone, says learning expert Shalinee Sharma. She outlines four simple steps to transform your approach...
Why your body fights weight loss | Katherine Saunders
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why does losing weight often feel like an uphill battle? Physician Katherine Saunders unpacks how our bodies are wired to store fat, revealing that ob...
This refrigerator is saving lives | Norah Magero
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
TED Fellow and renewable energy expert Norah Magero envisions an Africa that pioneers its own technological future, shifting the narrative from depend...
How your childhood toys tell your life story | Chris Byrne
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What was your favorite toy when you were a kid? Your answer might reveal more about you than you expect, says toy historian Chris Byrne. From Matchbox...
Sunday Pick: A Healthier You: A 5-step guide to better doctor visits | TED Health
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. This week on TED Health, Dr. Shoshana Ungerle...
The trick to powerful public speaking | Lawrence Bernstein
07 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why do so many of us get nervous when public speaking? Communication expert Lawrence Bernstein says the key to dealing with the pressure is as simple ...
How a deepfake almost ruined my political career | Cara Hunter
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A nightmare scenario happened to politician Cara Hunter: just weeks before her election, she became the victim of a deepfake scam that threatened to u...
The real-world danger of online myths | Vidhya Ramalingam
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do we protect ourselves from being misled online? Counter-terrorism expert Vidhya Ramalingam reveals how disinformation is being weaponized to jus...
How art transforms brokenness into beauty | Lily Yeh
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lily Yeh calls herself a barefoot artist: she travels the world with a suitcase full of art supplies, working with whoever wants to join her. In an in...
Forget the corporate ladder — winners take risks | Molly Graham
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Success in your career looks different for everyone — but no matter your industry, you'll need to take risks. Company and community builder Molly Gr...
How AI is saving billions of years of human research time | Max Jaderberg
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can AI compress the yearslong research time of a PhD into seconds? Research scientist Max Jaderberg explores how “AI analogs” simulate real-world ...
Sunday Pick: How many friends do I need?
01 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. How many relationships should we maintain, an...
Can Europe win the age of AI? | Thomas Dohmke
30 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke discusses Europe's readiness to lead the next era of AI innovation, examining how the continent's tech ecosystems stack up ag...
Why do you love your favorite songs? | Scarlet Keys
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Songs are the soundtrack of our lives. But why exactly do they make us feel the way they do? Songwriter Scarlet Keys sits down at a piano to deconstru...
Why aren't there more Native American restaurants? | Sean Sherman
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When you think of North American cuisine, do Indigenous foods come to mind? Chef Sean Sherman serves up an essential history lesson that explains the ...
Our savory, spicy, significant relationship with food | June Jo Lee
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Exploring the rich meaning behind what we choose to eat, food ethnographer June Jo Lee unpacks how our "modern hungers" — or our deepest desires and...
Can curiosity heal division? | Scott Shigeoka
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Curiosity is about seeking what unites us rather than clinging to what divides us, says author and curiosity expert Scott Shigeoka. Drawing on his res...
How I imitate nature's voices | Snow Raven
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You're about to hear the sounds of several different creatures — from the voice of one single musician. In a spellbinding talk and performance, sing...
Sunday Pick: Yuval Noah Harari on what history teaches us about justice and peace
24 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. Yuval Noah Harari is a historian best known f...
Is AI progress stuck? | Jennifer Golbeck
23 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Will progress in artificial intelligence continue to accelerate, or have we already hit a plateau? Computer scientist Jennifer Golbeck interrogates so...
The foods humanity forgot — and how we're bringing them back | Helianti Hilman
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nutritious crops aren't getting to the people who need nutrition most, even in one of the most fertile places on Earth: Indonesia. Exploring some of t...
Your relationship expectations could be holding you back | Stephanie R. Yates-Anyabwile
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if the secret to a happy relationship isn’t following the rules, but rewriting them? In this refreshing talk, couples therapist Stephanie R. Ya...
How to be an "apocalyptic optimist" | Dana R. Fisher
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dana R. Fisher calls herself an "apocalyptic optimist" based on her research as a sociologist of large social movements. Her studies suggest that ever...
Ask dumb questions, embrace mistakes — and other lessons on innovation | Dave Raggio
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To launch new initiatives within the confines of a large corporation, you'll need to work with the system, not against it, says "intrapreneur" Dave Ra...
A mouse with two dads — and a new frontier for biology | Katsuhiko Hayashi
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You're familiar with the story: a sperm and an egg meet to create an embryo, which has the potential to give rise to new life. But what if you could c...