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
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How "second chance" laws could transform the US justice system | Sheena Meade
10/05/2023 Duration: 08minMore than 30 million people in the US are eligible to have their arrest and conviction records cleared -- but most people who qualify either can't afford it or simply don't know it's an option. In this gripping talk, second chance advocate and 2023 Audacious Project grantee Sheena Meade makes the case for "clean slate" laws that streamline this complicated process, increasing access to work, housing and education opportunities for millions of people. Learn how her team at the Clean Slate Initiative has already helped pass these laws in six US states and how they're now working to unlock record clearance for millions more, so everyone can get a true shot at becoming their best selves. (This ambitious plan is a part of the Audacious Project, TED's initiative to inspire and fund global change.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The disappearing computer -- and a world where you can take AI everywhere | Imran Chaudhri
09/05/2023 Duration: 13minImran Chaudhri spent more than 20 years at Apple creating some of the world's most beloved consumer products. Now he's using AI to rethink and reshape the role of technology in our lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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4 ways to have healthy conversations about race | Afrika Afeni Mills
08/05/2023 Duration: 08minLearning how to have productive conversations about race is a necessary part of the human experience. Educator Afrika Afeni Mills says the best place to start is in the classroom -- because the earlier these skills are taught, the fewer biases there are to unlearn. She shares four actionable lessons to help people overcome their fear and take on these conversations at any age. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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"Woman, Life, Freedom" in Iran -- and what it means for the rest of the world | Golshifteh Farahani
05/05/2023 Duration: 05minIn this poetic and moving reflection, actor, musician and activist Golshifteh Farahani honors those who have fought for "Woman, Life, Freedom" following Mahsa Amini's death at the hands of Iran's religious morality police. Calling upon our shared humanity, she urges everyone to take a stand against violence inflicted on innocent people around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How poetry unlocked my superpowers | Keenan Scott II
04/05/2023 Duration: 13minKeenan Scott Il's passion for words, stories and superheroes fueled his journey to becoming a celebrated playwright, producer, director and actor. Showing how language can illuminate the superhero in all of us, Scott performs three spoken word pieces that seamlessly weave together literary devices like simile, assonance and slant rhyme, sharing the talent he's cultivated despite the obstacles (read: kryptonite). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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3 money lessons from infamous scam artists | J Mase III
03/05/2023 Duration: 12minScam artists know something about money that you don't -- and artist J Mase III is here to shed some light. From Elizabeth Holmes's false medical tech promises to Anna "Delvey" Sorokin's fake trust fund and more, Mase shares examples of infamous scams along with three crucial lessons on how money functions for the wealthy, why it flows in the direction it does and how to start spotting scams in your own life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The science behind how parents affect child development | Yuko Munakata
02/05/2023 Duration: 17minParents, take a deep breath: how your kids turn out isn't fully on you. Of course, parenting plays an important role in shaping who children become, but psychologist Yuko Munakata offers an alternative, research-backed reality that highlights how it's just one of many factors that influence the chaotic complexity of childhood development. A rethink for anyone wondering what made them who they are today and what it means to be a good parent. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How AI could save (not destroy) education | Sal Khan
01/05/2023 Duration: 13minSal Khan, the founder and CEO of Khan Academy, thinks artificial intelligence could spark the greatest positive transformation education has ever seen. He shares the opportunities he sees for students and educators to collaborate with AI tools -- including the potential of a personal AI tutor for every student and an AI teaching assistant for every teacher -- and demos some exciting new features for their educational chatbot, Khanmigo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why AI is incredibly smart -- and shockingly stupid | Yejin Choi
28/04/2023 Duration: 16minComputer scientist Yejin Choi is here to demystify the current state of massive artificial intelligence systems like ChatGPT, highlighting three key problems with cutting-edge large language models (including some funny instances of them failing at basic commonsense reasoning.) She welcomes us into a new era in which AI is becoming almost like a new intellectual species -- and identifies the benefits of building smaller AI systems trained on human norms and values. (Followed by a Q&A with head of TED Chris Anderson) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The story that shapes your relationship with nature | Damon Gameau
27/04/2023 Duration: 14minAre we separate and superior to nature? This question has been a driving force behind humanity's industrialization and economic progress for centuries -- but it's brought us to the brink of an ecological crisis, says filmmaker Damon Gameau. In an impassioned talk, he calls for a new story that recognizes our interconnectedness with nature and moves towards a thriving, regenerative future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Pussy Riot's powerful message to Vladimir Putin | Nadya Tolokonnikova
26/04/2023 Duration: 13minNadya Tolokonnikova, founding member of the anti-Putin resistance group Pussy Riot, was named a top enemy of Russia for speaking out against Vladimir Putin's dictatorship throughout the last decade. In this inspiring talk, she tells the story of her imprisonment and exile, shares what motivates her resistance and delivers a powerful message to Putin himself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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TikTok's CEO on its future — and what makes its algorithm different | Shou Chew
25/04/2023 Duration: 38minTikTok CEO Shou Chew dives into how the trend-setting video app and cultural phenomenon works — from what distinguishes its algorithm and drives virality to the challenges of content moderation and digital addiction. In a wide-ranging conversation with head of TED Chris Anderson, he tells stories about the TikTok creators he loves and digs into thorny issues like data privacy and government manipulation — as well as speaking personally about his commitment to inspiring creativity and building community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How modern audiences can talk about aging art | Margaret Hall
24/04/2023 Duration: 10minSome works of art stand the test of time; others don't age as well. Using American musical theater as her case study, theater historian Margaret Hall shares a framework of five categories to talk about how art does (and doesn't) remain useful across generations -- encouraging us to address the "growing pains" that all art faces as time and culture moves on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Fixable: Kelli - “How do I deal with a communication breakdown?"
23/04/2023 Duration: 27minKelli is a nurse at a leading teaching hospital where communication issues are not only leading to resentment – they could also be affecting patient care. After hearing from Kelli about the larger problems at play in the healthcare space, Anne and Frances discuss the link between communication and transparency and guide Kelli into taking matters into her own hands. This is an episode of Fixable, another podcast from the TED Audio Collective. You can follow Fixable wherever you are listening to this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How to feng shui your fridge -- and other happy climate hacks | Jiaying Zhao
21/04/2023 Duration: 12minIs it possible for taking action on climate change to make you feel happy? Behavioral scientist Jiaying Zhao believes that's the only way we'll create lasting, sustainable change. From treat meals to feng shui fridges, she offers eight life hacks to lower your carbon emissions while increasing your joy and fulfillment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The inside story of ChatGPT's astonishing potential | Greg Brockman
20/04/2023 Duration: 23minIn a talk from the cutting edge of technology, OpenAI cofounder Greg Brockman explores the underlying design principles of ChatGPT and demos some mind-blowing new plug-ins for the chatbot that sent shockwaves across the world. After the talk, head of TED Chris Anderson joins Brockman to dig into the timeline of ChatGPT's development and get Brockman's take on the risks, raised by many in the tech industry and beyond, of releasing such a powerful tool into the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How to help employees with disabilities thrive | Tiffany Yu
19/04/2023 Duration: 05minWhat can we do to make workplaces more welcoming to people living with disabilities? Representation advocate Tiffany Yu shares three ways that employers can change and tap into every worker's skills and gifts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mangroves, storm walls and other ways to protect coasts from climate change | Dave Sivaprasad
18/04/2023 Duration: 08minNearly 40 percent of humanity lives near a coast -- and no two coasts are the same. How can these communities build resilience to the increasing risks of climate change? Climate advisor Dave Sivaprasad outlines how to tackle this complex challenge through an approach that looks for the right mix of solutions to fit each local context, from restoring mangrove forests to building storm barriers and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why your life needs novelty, no matter your age | Kenneth Chabert
17/04/2023 Duration: 08minTo truly savor life, pursue "powerful first experiences," says storyteller and nonprofit founder Kenneth Chabert. Learn more about how to create these meaningful moments, where mundane routine is broken by novel experiences in small but significant ways -- no matter how old you are. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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4 kinds of regret -- and what they teach you about yourself | Daniel H. Pink
14/04/2023 Duration: 22minRegret is one of our most powerful emotions -- and also one of the most misunderstood. Over the past two years, author Daniel H. Pink has collected a trove of more than 16,000 regrets from people in 105 countries in an effort to better understand this mysterious emotion. He shares the key patterns that emerged (it all boils down to the same four core regrets, he says) and explains how to transform your own regrets in order to create the life you've always wanted to live. (This talk and conversation, hosted by TED current affairs curator Whitney Pennington Rodgers, 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.