Synopsis
Want TED Talks on the go? Every weekday, this feed brings you our latest talks in audio format. Hear thought-provoking ideas on every subject imaginable -- from Artificial Intelligence to Zoology, and everything in between -- given by the world's leading thinkers and doers. This collection of talks, given at TED and TEDx conferences around the globe, is also available in video format.
Episodes
-
Why autism is often missed in women and girls | Kate Kahle
31/03/2023 Duration: 13minWomen and girls with autism spectrum disorder often don't display the behaviors people typically associate with neurodivergence, greatly impacting when, how -- and if -- they are diagnosed. Autism acceptance advocate Kate Kahle makes the case for more research into this gender discrepancy, sharing her personal experience with masking, being diagnosed as a teenager and how it allowed her to better understand herself. "Autism is not a disease, and it doesn't need to be cured," she says. "It's just a different way some brains can work." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
Does AI actually understand us? | Alona Fyshe
30/03/2023 Duration: 10minIs AI as smart as it seems? Exploring the "brain" behind machine learning, neural networker Alona Fyshe delves into the language processing abilities of talkative tech (like the groundbreaking chatbot and internet obsession ChatGPT) and explains how different it is from your own brain -- even though it can sound convincingly human. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
The unexpected key to boosting your productivity | Dan Shipper
29/03/2023 Duration: 07minEver wished you could stop procrastinating and just be as efficient as a machine? Since you're a human, that's not going to happen -- but that's OK, says entrepreneur Dan Shipper. Here's how you can use awareness, observation and experimentation to clear your own way to getting more done. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
How music can help you find peace after loss | Steven Sharp Nelson
28/03/2023 Duration: 09minMusic can act as a guide, says cellist Steven Sharp Nelson. It has the power to unlock the mind, tap into the heart and bring light in the darkest times. Take a deep breath as Nelson takes you on a melodic, meditative journey that could reconnect you with your closest loved ones -- no matter how near or far they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
How do we get the world off fossil fuels quickly and fairly? | TED Countdown Dilemma Series
27/03/2023 Duration: 35minWhat are the realistic pathways off of fossil fuels and towards a world of abundant clean energy? TED Countdown gathered for its second Dilemma Series -- events designed to look at some of the tricky challenges of climate change, where diverging positions have stalled progress -- to answer this core question of the climate crisis. Through TED Talks and conversations with experts, activists and leading voices in the space, this film delves into the tension between the necessity to extricate ourselves from fossil fuels, which endanger our collective future, and the equally paramount necessity of a stable and secure supply of energy for everyone. (Featuring, in order of appearance: Catherine Abreu, Tessa Khan, Laurence Tubiana, Hisham Mundol, Hongqiao Liu, Rebekah Shirley, Vijaya Ramachandran, Zoë Knight, Mary Robinson, Lindsay Levin, David Biello, Adair Turner, Jérôme Schmitt, Ramez Naam, Tzeporah Berman, Luisa Neubauer, Emily Grubert and Jade Begay) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
Why all dogs are good dogs | Alexandra Horowitz
24/03/2023 Duration: 30minCanine cognition expert Alexandra Horowitz offers a peek inside the mind of your dog, sharing solutions to common "misbehaviors" that are often simply the result of a pup's attempt to communicate in a world that's very different from their own. Hear about the evolution and psychology behind your dog's actions -- and how to give them a happier, healthier life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
How to keep your hometown from becoming a ghost town |
23/03/2023 Duration: 15min"My very first film was about a town that disappeared," says documentarian John Paget. It was the beginning of a lifelong fascination with cities and towns across the US that experienced slow-motion declines -- but managed to stage a comeback after an era of demise. From the closure of the iconic Route 66 to the roller-coaster history of Buffalo, New York, Paget reveals the power of sharing your town's "civic story" to spark local revitalization. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
How to calm your anxiety, from a neuroscientist | Wendy Suzuki
22/03/2023 Duration: 07minWhat if you could transform your anxiety into something you can actually use during your work day? Neuroscientist Wendy Suzuki shares two evidence-based activities -- breathing and movement -- that can soothe your nervous system and fuel creativity and connection. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
What happens to gas stations when the world goes electric? | Emily Grubert
21/03/2023 Duration: 08minWhen the world goes fully electric, what happens to the cars, tools and livelihoods that rely on fossil fuels? Civil engineer and environmental sociologist Emily Grubert visualizes what a clean energy future will look like, outlining the considerations everyone needs to undertake now as the critical, decades-long transition begins. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
You deserve the right to repair your stuff | Gay Gordon-Byrne
20/03/2023 Duration: 10minA self-declared "repair geek," Gay Gordon-Byrne is a driving force behind the right-to-repair movement, which aims to empower people to fix their stuff. She describes how the movement is gaining legislative momentum and breaks down how the global shift away from "throwaway society" can literally turn trash into treasure in a circular economy -- so we can all experience that "Yes! I fixed it!" feeling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
The surprising psychology behind your urge to break the rules | Paul Bloom
16/03/2023 Duration: 10minWe all experience it: that desire to do something wrong just for the sake of it. Whether it's walking on manicured grass or sticking your finger in a friend's ice cream, psychologist Paul Bloom invites us to see the clever, creative and beautiful side of these minor impulses to do bad. He dives into the psychology behind this all-too-human condition -- and proposes that it helps make our world a little more unpredictable and fun. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
Your 3-step guide to setting better boundaries at work | Nedra Glover Tawwab
15/03/2023 Duration: 06minKnow you should establish clear limits at work but not sure how to do it? Here are a few strategies from relationship therapist and author Nedra Glover Tawwab that can help you feel more empowered and less overwhelmed, both on and off the job. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
Who owns the internet of the future? | Ordinary Things
14/03/2023 Duration: 17minThe emergence of data-driven mass surveillance "is threatening to turn privacy into a relic of the 20th century," says the anonymous YouTube creator known as Ordinary Things. Meanwhile, state-funded troll farms are spreading disinformation and curating chaos on platforms meant to connect us and revolutionize the way we live. Ordinary Things gives an enlightening account of the internet's strengths and weaknesses, warning that the fight for a free internet is a fight for our collective future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
3 elements of true fun -- and how to have more of it | Catherine Price
13/03/2023 Duration: 20minWhat comes to mind when you think about the most fun moments of your life? Science journalist Catherine Price asked thousands of people across the world this question, and their answers led her to a new definition of "true" fun: a special confluence of playfulness, connection and flow. Hear her thoughts on why having fun is good for your mental and physical health and how to identify the tell-tale signs of "fake" fun -- as well as actionable tips for identifying what brings you joy. (This conversation, hosted by TED science curator David Biello, was part of an exclusive TED Membership event. Visit ted.com/membership to become a TED Member.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
How to Be a Team Player – Without Burning Out | Rob Cross
12/03/2023 Duration: 06minCollaboration in the workplace is more important than ever -- but it's making us less productive in some ways. Here's what collaboration pioneer Rob Cross says is driving us to take on way too much -- and how we can reclaim our time and our peace of mind. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
Gourmet food for the final frontier | Phnam Bagley
10/03/2023 Duration: 10minWhat does an in-flight meal look like when you're traveling to Mars? Designer Phnam Bagley envisions a future where astronauts have nourishing, flavorful food reminiscent of home -- a giant leap from their current staple of "goop-in-a-bag." Learn more about her team's gourmet creations for galactic travel and how these innovations can improve life here on Earth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
How video games can level up the way you learn
09/03/2023 Duration: 12minVideo games naturally tap into the way we learn: they focus our attention and track our progress as we head toward a clear goal. Kris Alexander, a professor of video game design and passionate gamer himself, thinks the same elements should be used in traditional education to cater to different learning styles and engage students across the world, both in-person and online. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
What if women built the world they want to see? | Emily Pilloton-Lam
08/03/2023 Duration: 11minOnly four percent of construction workers are female -- that's totally unacceptable, but it's also a huge opportunity both for women and for the trades, says youth educator and builder Emily Pilloton-Lam. She makes the case for putting power (and power tools) into the hands of young women and gender-expansive youth, dreaming of inclusive construction sites and daring to ask: What if women built the world they want to see? (Plus, Pilloton-Lam dazzles with a live demo of her own woodworking skills ... while giving the talk.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
The clean energy hub of the future | Rebekah Shirley
07/03/2023 Duration: 08minWhy aren't more people investing in Africa's green energy? Environmental researcher Rebekah Shirley outlines the continent's immense potential for renewable power and calls for collaborative international investment -- and partnership -- in Africa's climate future. "Let's cut past the talk and focus on unleashing the avalanche of a clean energy future that Africa is ready to deliver," says Shirley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
The fantastically weird world of photosynthetic sea slugs | Michael Middlebrooks
06/03/2023 Duration: 10minMeet the fantastically colorful and astonishingly adaptable sea slugs that found a way to photosynthesize (or create energy from sunlight) like plants. Diving deep into these often overlooked creatures, invertebrate zoologist Michael Middlebrooks introduces the solar-powered slugs that lost their shells -- but gained the ability to directly harness the power of the sun. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.