- + Break the bad news bubble (Part 2) | Angus Hervey—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...
- + How to protect your emotional health during the holidays | Guy Winch—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 cir...
- + 3 reasons to take risks like a teenager | Adriana Galván—Is embracing your inner teenager the key to thriving in adulthood? Neuroscientist Adriana Galván shares three powerful lessons from decades of researc...
- + The absurd inequality of climate work — and how to fix it | Joshua Amponsem—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 —...
- + The mind-reading potential of AI | Chin-Teng Lin—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 ...
- + Can you love your body — and still want to change it? | Gabriella Lascano—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—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...
- + Want to give a great presentation? Use ugly sketches | Martin J. Eppler—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...
- + "Careful" / "Veils" | Xiuhtezcatl—Musician Xiuhtezcatl raps, sings and plays piano in a performance seamlessly blending influences from his Indigenous and Mexican heritage. [Author: co...
- + What's our relationship to AI? It's complicated | AC Coppens, Kasley Killam and Apolinário Passos—In a lively conversation from TED's brand-new Next Stage, social scientist Kasley Killam, technologist Apolinário Passos and futurist AC Coppens explo...
- + 4 steps to unlock your kid's math potential | Shalinee Sharma—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 t...
- + 4 steps to unlock your kids' math potential | Shalinee Sharma—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 t...
- + The aquaculture revolution is coming | Gibran Huzaifah—Aquaculture — or the practice of farming in water — is the fastest-growing food system in the world, says tech entrepreneur Gibran Huzaifah. He shares...
- + Why your body fights weight loss | Katherine Saunders—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...
- + How your childhood toys tell your life story | Chris Byrne—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...
- + Why violence is rising with global temperatures | Peter Schwartzstein—Climate change doesn't just melt ice caps, it also fuels conflict, corruption and division worldwide, explains TED Fellow and journalist Peter Schwart...
- + How a deepfake almost ruined my political career | Cara Hunter—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 song that sparked a movement in Afghanistan | Nila Ibrahimi—Afghan activist Nila Ibrahimi shares her experience using song to protest — and ultimately reverse — oppressive laws in Afghanistan just before the Ta...
- + How art transforms brokenness into beauty | Lily Yeh—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...
- + The real-world danger of online myths | Vidhya Ramalingam—How do we protect ourselves from being misled online? Counter-terrorism expert Vidhya Ramalingam reveals how disinformation is being weaponized to jus...
- + Forget the corporate ladder — winners take risks | Molly Graham—Success in your career looks different for everyone — but no matter your industry, you'll need to take risks. Company and community builder Molly Grah...
- + The trick to powerful public speaking | Lawrence Bernstein—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 ...
- + Our savory, spicy, significant relationship with food | June Jo Lee—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 n...
- + How community-led research drives social change | Monica Malta—What's the best way to develop and implement solutions to social problems? TED Fellow and human rights activist Monica Malta discusses why traditional...
- + How AI is saving billions of years of human research time | Max Jaderberg—Can AI compress the yearslong research time of a PhD into seconds? Research scientist Max Jaderberg explores how “AI analogs” simulate real-world lab ...
- + Can curiosity heal division? | Scott Shigeoka—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—You're about to hear the sounds of several different creatures — from the voice of one single musician. In a spellbinding talk and performance, singer...
- + Can AI master the art of humor? | Bob Mankoff—Can artificial intelligence be funny, or is comedy a uniquely human trait? In this witty and insightful talk, cartoonist Bob Mankoff explores the art ...
- + Why do you love your favorite songs? | Scarlet Keys—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...
- + The foods humanity forgot — and how we're bringing them back | Helianti Hilman—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—What if the secret to a happy relationship isn’t following the rules, but rewriting them? In this refreshing talk, couples therapist Stephanie R. Yate...
- + Ask dumb questions, embrace mistakes — and other lessons on innovation | Dave Raggio—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...
- + How to be an "apocalyptic optimist" | Dana R. Fisher—Dana R. Fisher calls herself an "apocalyptic optimist" based on her research as a sociologist of large social movements. Her studies suggest that ever...
- + A mouse with two dads — and a new frontier for biology | Katsuhiko Hayashi—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...
- + Can Europe win the age of AI? | Thomas Dohmke—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...
- + K-pop, cutting-edge tech and other ways Asia is shaping the world | Neeraj Aggarwal—For a long time, the conveyor belt of ideas moved from the West to the East, says business strategy expert Neeraj Aggarwal. But now, Asia’s rising cul...
- + A menu of foods we might lose forever | Sam Kass—What does a warming planet mean for the foods you love? Hosting a dinner party that features a menu of foods that could disappear within our lifetimes...
- + Is AI progress stuck? | Jennifer Golbeck—Will progress in artificial intelligence continue to accelerate, or have we already hit a plateau? Computer scientist Jennifer Golbeck interrogates so...
- + Why friendship can be just as meaningful as romantic love | Rhaina Cohen—We tend to consider romantic partners and family ties to be our most important relationships, but deep friendships can be just as meaningful. In a per...
- + Why spending smarter beats bigger budgets | Karthik Muralidharan—Billions of dollars are poured into global development every year, but results are lacking, says economist Karthik Muralidharan. Diving into an exampl...
- + Trump’s 2024 election win — and what’s next | Ian Bremmer—In this in-depth discussion on the implications of Donald Trump’s re-election as US president, geopolitical expert Ian Bremmer explores the key issues...
- + Yo! Have you ever seen a yo-yo dance like this? | Shu Takada—A six-time world yo-yo champion, Shu Takada is spinning his dreams into reality. Watch how he turns a humble pastime into a mesmerizing art form, blen...
- + Listen to your intuition — it can help you navigate the future | Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir—"Intuition helps us see the big picture," says filmmaker and sustainability leader Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir. Reflecting on her work at the UN, she outli...
- + Why you think you look bad in photos | Teri Hofford—Do you hate having your photo taken? Portrait photographer Teri Hofford is here to change your mind. She unpacks why you may think you look bad in pho...
- + Democracy is being tested. Citizen assemblies can help | Ketakandriana Rafitoson—How can everyday people help foster and protect democracy? Detailing her work fighting for people power as an activist in Madagascar, Ketakandriana Ra...
- + Luxury, not landfill — the waste-free future of fashion | Joon Silverstein—Fashion is a huge part of the world's waste problem, but it doesn't have to be. Coachtopia founder Joon Silverstein shows how her company creates new ...
- + How to defend democracy — and fight autocracy | Leopoldo Lopez—Seventy-two percent of the world's population lives under some sort of autocratic rule, says freedom fighter Leopoldo Lopez. In a rousing call to defe...
- + 5 ways leaders can adapt to shifting geopolitics | Nikolaus S. Lang—What will the world look like in 2030? International business consultant Nikolaus S. Lang predicts the evolution of a multipolar world, with multiple ...
- + How AI could hack democracy | Lawrence Lessig—Does AI pose a threat to democracy? Law professor Lawrence Lessig dissects how this emerging technology could influence democratic institutions, warni...
- + Poetry and music that reaches across the digital void | Elle Cordova—In this whimsical talk and performance, musician and comedian Elle Cordova ponders what happened before the Big Bang. She’s then joined by guitarist T...
- + The tipping point I got wrong | Malcolm Gladwell—In his 2000 bestseller "The Tipping Point," Malcolm Gladwell told the story of why crime fell in New York City in the 1990s. Now, 25 years later, he's...
- + S.A.N (Sentient Advocate of Nature) | GoodBye Monkey—In a universe not unlike ours, a tech-environmentalist group claims to have created an AI that is the direct “voice of the earth,” a computer connecte...
- + Your empty wine bottle could help rebuild coastlines | Franziska Trautmann—What if you could take something as tiny as a grain of sand — and as common as a glass bottle — and use it to tackle the climate crisis? Waste alchemi...
- + Networking doesn't have to feel gross | Daniel Hallak—Networking doesn’t always have to feel like a self-serving transaction, says executive coach Daniel Hallak. Highlighting the importance of focusing on...
- + A food system that fights climate change — instead of causing it | Gonzalo Muñoz—Here's a wild stat: nearly one-third of the world's food production goes to waste each year, a major contributor to the climate crisis. Farmer and UN ...
- + Could we replace data centers with … plant DNA? | Cliff Kapono and Keolu Fox—Is it possible to meet the world's seemingly infinite demand for data storage while also caring for the natural environment? Biomedical researcher Keo...
- + Why creativity thrives on challenges | Jon M. Chu—Filmmaker Jon M. Chu has enjoyed an incredible run of success, directing films like "Crazy Rich Asians," "In the Heights" and the highly anticipated a...
- + Will the end of economic growth come by design — or disaster? | Gaya Herrington—What if solving poverty, caring for nature and fostering well-being were the ultimate goals of the economy, instead of growth for its own sake? Enviro...
- + A sonic journey through the universe | Felipe Sánchez Luna—In an astounding sonic experience, creative director Felipe Sánchez Luna takes you on a journey through the universe as told in sound. Take a deep bre...
- + What long COVID taught me about life (and data) | Giorgia Lupi—Data isn't just about numbers or trends — it's about capturing the stories that shape our lives, says information designer Giorgia Lupi. Following a l...
- + How a worm could save humanity from bad AI | Ramin Hasani—What if AI could think and adapt like a real brain? TED Fellow and AI scientist Ramin Hasani shares how liquid neural networks — a new, more flexible ...
- + A lens on Georgia's survival in the shadow of a superpower | Daro Sulakauri—"Georgia is not heard or seen in the world, and many don't even know the location of the country," says TED Fellow and photographer Daro Sulakauri. Th...
- + From prison to purpose through wildland firefighting | Royal Ramey—When wildfires rage in California, incarcerated people are often on the front lines fighting the flames. TED Fellow Royal Ramey was one of them. He sh...
- + This refrigerator is saving lives | Norah Magero—TED Fellow and renewable energy expert Norah Magero envisions an Africa that pioneers its own technological future, shifting the narrative from depend...
- + The greatest show on Earth — for kids who need it most | Sahba Aminikia—TED Fellow and composer Sahba Aminikia brings the healing power of dance, storytelling, music and performance to some of the most dangerous places on ...
- + A hospital in the cloud bringing health care anywhere in the world | Mohamed Aburawi—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...
- + What does poverty look like on a plate? | Huiyi Lin—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 ...
- + Why do some bodies respond differently to disease? | Erika Moore—TED Fellow and equity bioengineer Erika Moore investigates how cells controlling inflammation behave differently depending on a patient's background. ...
- + Why smell matters more than you think | Paule Joseph—TED Fellow and chemosensory researcher Paule Joseph unveils the hidden power of a sense that's too often overlooked: smell. She delves into the scienc...
- + What you can learn crossing the ocean in a canoe | Lehua Kamalu—“Being on a voyage forces you to unplug,” says TED Fellow and third-generation captain Lehua Kamalu. Sharing ancient knowledge from traditional Hawaii...
- + Why don’t vampires cast reflections? | Eric Nuzum—Exploring the history and evolution of vampire lore, author Eric Nuzum traces the origins of these spooky stories, from misunderstandings of death to ...
- + A medical mythbuster's mission to improve health care | Joel Bervell—Joel Bervell was one of the only Black students in his medical school program. After noticing how misconceptions about race were embedded in health ca...
- + Harris vs. Trump — and what’s at stake for the world | Ian Bremmer—The result of the 2024 US presidential election will be critical for Americans and the world. In a fascinating conversation, geopolitical expert Ian B...
- + A hypnotic exploration of movement | JA Collective—Jordan Johnson and Aidan Carberry, the choreographic duo known as JA Collective, give a performance of dance and visual arts, alternating between abru...
- + How to fight (and win) an information war | Peter Pomerantsev—How do you reach people trapped in a reality shaped by propaganda? Exploring the dark psychology of disinformation, author and academic Peter Pomerant...
- + How regenerative agriculture brings life back to the land | Gabe Brown—Over his decades of farming and ranching, Gabe Brown has noticed a troubling trend: the conventional farming techniques he used were degrading the soi...
- + The magical, mesmerizing migration of monarch butterflies | Jaime Rojo—When monarch butterflies migrate, they produce one of the most iconic wildlife spectacles in the world — and provide us with an important indicator of...
- + The probe on a mission to touch the Sun | Nour E. Rawafi—From its life-sustaining energy to its explosive geomagnetic storms, the Sun has many mysteries, says astrophysicist Nour E. Rawafi. He sheds light on...
- + What’s next for immersive storytelling? | Mark Grimmer—"New possibilities for storytelling are emerging faster than at any other time in history," says film producer Mark Grimmer. With an immersive approac...
- + The hidden forces behind your food choices | Sarah Lake—What we eat is less about what we choose and more about what’s offered to us, says food and climate expert Sarah Lake. Unpacking how governments and c...
- + The power of personalization in the age of AI | Mark Abraham—With all that spam clogging your inbox, a more personalized experience with the brands you interact with would be a refreshing change of pace. Sharing...
- + Everything is improvisation — including this TED Talk | Reggie Watts—In this ode to improvisation, musician and comedian Reggie Watts beatboxes, raps, loops his own rhythms and reflects upon the everyday power of turnin...
- + How to come together in a meaningful way | Priya Parker—Looking to infuse more connection into your time with friends and family? Facilitator Priya Parker urges us to approach gathering with intention and c...
- + How quadratic funding could finance your dreams | Kevin Owocki—What if your $1 donation could result in a $100 contribution to a cause you believe in? That's the promise of quadratic funding: a new kind of crowdfu...
- + What makes a good life? A neuroscientist and a global financial CEO answer | Annabel Spring and Wendy Suzuki—What's the connection between long-term health and financial stability? Neuroscientist Wendy Suzuki and HSBC Global Private Banking and Wealth's CEO A...
- + The UN is speaking up about AI — here's what they're saying | Ian Bremmer and Bilawal Sidhu—AI is shaping every aspect of our lives — but only a handful of tech giants have a say in what this technology can do. So what's going on with world g...
- + Break the bad news bubble (Part 1) | Angus Hervey—We're stuck in a bad news bubble, says Angus Hervey, founder of Fix the News, an independent publication that reports stories of global progress. He s...
- + Can AI preserve your most precious memories? | Pau Aleikum Garcia—"Memories are the architects of our identity," says technologist Pau Aleikum Garcia, but they're not permanent. Photos can be lost amid political unre...
- + The sweet future of vertical farming | Hiroki Koga—Can strawberries grown inside a building taste sweeter than those grown in a field? Farming entrepreneur Hiroki Koga explores how his team is combinin...
- + How to make your cat happier — in 3 minutes | Nicky Trevorrow—There's a simple way to increase your cat's happiness, says animal behaviorist Nicky Trevorrow. She explains the importance of play for our feline fri...
- + Capitalism broke the climate. Now it can fix it | Akshat Rathi—We can blame capitalism for worsening the climate crisis, says journalist Akshat Rathi, but we can also use it to create the solutions we need for the...
- + What’s the future of food? A chef and a cardiologist answer | Jon Kung and Uma Valeti—What does food mean to you, your community and our planet? With personal accounts from the kitchen to the operating room, chef and content creator J...
- + A bold plan to rewild the Earth — at massive scale | Kristine McDivitt Tompkins—The first step to saving nature is the rewilding of our own minds, says conservationist and former Patagonia CEO Kristine McDivitt Tompkins. With an u...
- + The otters of Singapore — and other unexpected wildlife thriving in cities | Philip Johns—Animal behavior expert Philip Johns introduces us to the vibrant urban environments of Singapore, where city dwellers and skyscrapers coexist with a r...
- + Time traveling with AI to connect with lost loved ones | Amy Kurzweil—What if AI could bring the past to life? Cartoonist Amy Kurzweil shares how she helped train an AI chatbot on her late grandfather’s archives, allowin...
- + The rise of virtual humans — and what they mean for the future | Sara Giusto—Sara Giusto is a talent manager, but not in the sense you might imagine. Her biggest client is imma, an influencer with pink hair ... who isn't human....
- + How to live a meaningful life | Brian S. Lowery—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...
- + Are smartphones ruining childhood? | Jonathan Haidt—Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt's latest book, "The Anxious Generation," is shaping cultural conversations and sparking fierce debates about the ro...
- + Can dogs detect the next pandemic before it begins? | Glen J. Golden—What if animals like dogs, ferrets, mice and raccoons could help sniff out the next pandemic? Exploring the science of smell, neurobiologist Glen J. G...
- + What makes us human in the age of AI? A psychologist and a technologist answer | Brian S. Lowery and Kylan Gibbs—AI has the potential to impact the way humans interact with the world — and each other. Social psychologist Brian S. Lowery and AI technologist Kylan ...
- + The recipe for a healthy climate starts at the dinner table | Anthony Myint—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...
- + To end extreme poverty, give cash — not advice | Rory Stewart—Are traditional philanthropy efforts actually taking money from the poor? Former UK Member of Parliament Rory Stewart breaks down why many global deve...
- + The arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov — and why you should care | Eli Pariser—Online democracy advocate Eli Pariser explains the details surrounding the August 2024 arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov by French authorities — and ...
- + Can math help repair democracy? | Sam Wang—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—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...
- + A controversial play — and what it taught me about the psychology of climate | David Finnigan—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...
- + What does it take to create change? An artist and a conservationist answer | Kristine McDivitt Tompkins and Amir Nizar Zuabi—What does it actually take to make meaningful change? Conservationist Kristine McDivitt Tompkins and playwright and theater director Amir Nizar Zuabi ...
- + How to turn the tables on food waste | Dana Gunders—We waste a staggering one trillion dollars worth of food each year, significantly contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and the climate crisis. Foo...
- + How to ask for more — and get it | Alex Carter—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...
- + What makes you “you”? An actor and a neuroscientist answer | Yara Shahidi and Anil Seth—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—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 bare...
- + How testosterone and culture shape behavior | Carole K. Hooven—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—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—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—The basic infrastructure that controls plumbing, electricity and more is vital to your individual agency, says engineering professor Deb Chachra. She ...
- + Meet our planet's hidden defenders | Anjan Sundaram—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—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—"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—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 t...
- + Yes, you can be an entrepreneur too | Saamra Mekuria-Grillo—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 entrep...
- + How entrepreneurs can unlock their full potential | Jay Bailey—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—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—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...
- + How to set the right goals and stay motivated | Ayelet Fishbach—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 by ...
- + The astonishing future of immersive live entertainment | Willie Williams—Multimedia show director Willie Williams has helped redefine live entertainment in collaboration with artists ranging from David Bowie to The Rolling ...
- + Are your coping mechanisms healthy? | Andrew Miki—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...
- + An anthem for peace and justice from Israeli and Palestinian youth | Jerusalem Youth Chorus—"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 breakthrough power of young leaders | Mohan Sivaloganathan—Leadership isn't a title; it's a verb that requires action, says youth empowerment advocate Mohan Sivaloganathan. Drawing on his experience as the CEO...
- + The Olympic spirit — and how you can tap into it | Allyson Felix—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...
- + The innovators building Africa's thriving tech scene | Peace Itimi—“A new reality has emerged, one where ambitious Africans are writing their own stories as builders and as innovators,” says business storyteller Peace...
- + How to disagree with respect — not hate | Spencer J. Cox—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—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...
- + How to break through fear and become a leader | Valerie Montgomery Rice—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—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—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—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—In 2022, physicist Tammy Ma and the team at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory achieved a scientific breakthrough decades in the making: fusion ig...
- + War journalism should be rooted in empathy — not violence | Bel Trew—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—Global food production — from meat to grains — accounts for a third of all greenhouse gas emissions, says sustainability scientist Jonathan Foley. He ...
- + How buildings can improve life — inside and out | Doris Sung—Architect and building tech innovator Doris Sung presents a compelling vision for reimagining building facades as active contributors to urban life an...
- + The satellite helping slow climate change — right now | Millie Chu Baird—Meet MethaneSAT: the satellite circling Earth right now to track global emissions from methane: a highly potent, short-term greenhouse gas. Environmen...
- + What's possible when the arts belong to everybody | Lear deBessonet with Brian Stokes Mitchell—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...
- + “Cant de la Sibil·la” / "Quien Más Me Ama" | Maria Arnal—Barcelona-based singer-songwriter Maria Arnal performs two songs blending her passions for technology and art with folk and techno-pop soundscapes. Us...
- + Bravery, brilliance and RuPaul Charles | On the Spot | RuPaul Charles—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...
- + How to claim your leadership power | Michael Timms—When faced with challenges, do you often seek someone else to blame? Leadership expert Michael Timms shows why this instinct is counterproductive, hig...
- + Why young people are worse off than their parents — and what to do about it | Scott Galloway—In this special conversation, NYU marketing professor Scott Galloway and head of TED Chris Anderson dive deeper into Galloway’s explosive recent TED T...
- + Quantum computers aren't what you think — they're cooler | Hartmut Neven—Quantum computers obtain superpowers by tapping into parallel universes, says Hartmut Neven, the founder and lead of Google Quantum AI. He explains ho...
- + The missing piece of the clean energy transition | Sheila Ngozi Oparaocha—The clean energy transition has a major blind spot, says energy equity expert Sheila Ngozi Oparaocha: it ignores millions of people without access to ...
- + Can America come together after the Trump assassination attempt? | Ian Bremmer—In this urgent conversation, president and founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media Ian Bremmer joins TED’s Helen Walters to discuss the assassination...
- + My search for proof aliens exist | Avi Loeb—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...
- + What to do when you offend someone | Lambers Fisher—Misunderstandings between you and your loved ones will happen — it's what you do next that matters most, says marriage and family therapist Lambers Fi...
- + The alchemy of pop | Kesha—"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? ...
- + 3 ideas for communicating across the political divide | Isaac Saul—How does language shape our politics? Journalist Isaac Saul explores how subtle word choices can inhibit productive dialogue about significant issues ...
- + The fight over minerals for green energy — and a better way forward | Saleem Ali—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—"While language models may help generate new ideas, they cannot attack the hard part of science, which is simulating the necessary physics," says AI p...
- + Lessons from my father's final days | Laurel Braitman—"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...
- + How farmworkers are fighting extreme heat | Jon Esformes and Gerardo Reyes Chávez—Farm labor is hot, backbreaking and dangerous work. To protect workers from extreme heat and workplace exploitation, farmworker Gerardo Reyes Chávez h...
- + Could psychedelics help patients in therapy? | Benjamin Lewis—It's time to make psychiatry more psychedelic, says psychiatrist Benjamin Lewis. Sharing results from his clinical trial on psychedelic-assisted thera...
- + "Blank Canvas" / "One World" | Sarah Elizabeth Charles—Vocalist and composer Sarah Elizabeth Charles brings her signature, soulful jazz vocals to the TED stage, performing "Blank Canvas" and "One World" al...
- + Magic and wonder in the age of AI | David Kwong—With AI everywhere you look, you may think you've seen it all. Magician David Kwong suggests otherwise, proposing advancements in technology actually ...
- + Democracy requires disagreement. Here's how to do it better | Bret Stephens and Yordanos Eyoel—As authoritarian leaders challenge democratic institutions around the world, some people are questioning whether democracy is even the best political ...
- + Next up for AI? Dancing robots | Catie Cuan—Would you tango with a robot? Inviting us into the fascinating world of dancing machines, robot choreographer Catie Cuan highlights why teaching robot...
- + Lessons from people already adapting to the climate crisis | Dorcas Naishorua—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—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—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—Would you swallow a micro-robot? In a gutsy demo, physician Vivek Kumbhari navigates Pillbot, a wireless, disposable robot swallowed onstage by engine...
- + A street librarian's quest to bring books to everyone | Storybook Maze—As a self-proclaimed radical street librarian, Storybook Maze makes books appear where they're scarce. Through initiatives like free, public book vend...
- + A scientific breakthrough that could transform how we produce food | David Friedberg—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 mil...
- + Is cultivated meat the future of food? | Uma Valeti—The way we raise animals is destructive to humans, animals and the environment, says cardiologist and entrepreneur Uma Valeti. He presents a solution ...
- + To love is to be brave | Kelly Corrigan—Family life often requires extraordinary bravery, from navigating the daily challenges to surviving the unexpected crises. Author and podcaster Kelly ...
- + Leadership lessons from the prime minister of Canada | Justin Trudeau—Justin Trudeau has served as the prime minister of Canada since 2015. There's a lot to dig into from his years in office — and from his life before, a...
- + How to spot authoritarianism — and choose democracy | Ian Bassin—Democracy is about having choices — and authoritarianism is about not having them, says lawyer and writer Ian Bassin. Detailing the seven steps of the...
- + A master chef's take on food, culture and community | Marcus Samuelsson—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...
- + "Ye Pariye Naz" / "Simorgh" / "Darya" | Niaz Nawab—Singer-songwriter Niaz Nawab performs three songs, weaving stanzas from Persian poetry and philosophy into the latter two. [Author: contact@ted.com (T...
- + Why you should talk about your anxiety at work | Adam Whybrew—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 w...
- + Why AI needs a "nutrition label" | Kasia Chmielinski—What do sandwiches have to do with AI? Data reformist Kasia Chmielinski helps us think about artificial intelligence with a useful food metaphor — and...
- + Entertainment is getting an AI upgrade | Kylan Gibbs—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—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 sci...
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