#  @ted TED TED posts on YouTube about the world, science, how to, culture the most. They currently have [----------] followers and [----] posts still getting attention that total [-------] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [-------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCAuUUnT6oDeKwE6v1NGQxug/interactions)  - [--] Week [---------] +2.50% - [--] Month [----------] +32% - [--] Months [----------] +62% - [--] Year [-----------] +76% ### Mentions: [---] [#](/creator/youtube::UCAuUUnT6oDeKwE6v1NGQxug/posts_active)  - [--] Week [-----] +11% - [--] Month [-----] +1.70% - [--] Months [-----] +4.20% - [--] Year [-----] +104% ### Followers: [----------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCAuUUnT6oDeKwE6v1NGQxug/followers)  - [--] Week [----------] +0.37% - [--] Month [----------] +0.37% - [--] Months [----------] +2.60% - [--] Year [----------] +5.80% ### CreatorRank: [------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCAuUUnT6oDeKwE6v1NGQxug/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [finance](/list/finance) #1093 [countries](/list/countries) 9.62% [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) 3.68% [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) 2.74% [stocks](/list/stocks) 2.55% [celebrities](/list/celebrities) 1.7% [social networks](/list/social-networks) 1.13% [automotive brands](/list/automotive-brands) 0.57% [cryptocurrencies](/list/cryptocurrencies) 0.57% [musicians](/list/musicians) 0.28% **Social topic influence** [the world](/topic/the-world) #940, [science](/topic/science) #592, [how to](/topic/how-to) #1733, [culture](/topic/culture) #406, [business](/topic/business) #738, [health](/topic/health) #642, [future](/topic/future) #1109, [daily](/topic/daily) #926, [in the](/topic/in-the) 9.15%, [ai](/topic/ai) #3261 **Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by** [@tedtoks](/creator/undefined) [@bcg](/creator/undefined) [@tedteocookingshow](/creator/undefined) [@250](/creator/undefined) [@chrisiduffy](/creator/undefined) [@tednugent](/creator/undefined) [@tedconferences](/creator/undefined) [@ibm](/creator/undefined) [@ignite](/creator/undefined) [@tedceramica6939](/creator/undefined) [@info](/creator/undefined) [@tedeyob](/creator/undefined) [@state](/creator/undefined) [@nyc](/creator/undefined) [@youshaei](/creator/undefined) [@doctorer](/creator/undefined) [@voguesfashionvault](/creator/undefined) [@tedmeat](/creator/undefined) [@curatedbykd](/creator/undefined) [@edithzimmermans](/creator/undefined) **Top assets mentioned** [Alphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)](/topic/$googl) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "How a handful of tech companies control billions of minds every day Tristan Harris A handful of people working at a handful of tech companies steer the thoughts of billions of people every day says design thinker Tristan Harris. From Facebook notifications to Snapstreaks to YouTube autoplays they're all competing for one thing: your attention. Harris shares how these companies prey on our psychology for their own profit and calls for a design renaissance in which our tech instead encourages us to live out the timeline we want. Tristan Harris co-hosts "Your Undivided Attention" a podcast from" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=C74amJRp730) 2017-07-28T16:01Z 27.2M followers, 1M engagements "How AI Could Generate New Life-Forms Eric Nguyen TED If DNA is just a string of letters could AI learn to read it or even write it Bioengineering researcher Eric Nguyen reveals how AI has upended the rules of biology potentially creating a future where disease is cured with personalized medicine extinct species are resurrected (Jurassic Park anyone) and microbes designed for Mars make interplanetary life possible. Learn more about how the world's first AI-designed CRISPR model successfully edited genes and what it means for our understanding of life itself. (Recorded at TED2025 on April 9" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EnbfoFUFm2s) 2025-09-12T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 101K engagements "An Activist Investor on Challenging the Status Quo Bill Ackman TED Bill Ackman has made billions of dollars and a name for himself as an activist investor buying up stock to push for change at companies. In this wide-ranging conversation with author and business ethics professor Alison Taylor Ackman discusses how he's bringing his activism into the social and political spheres and shares his thoughts on free speech his notoriously long posts on X the conversation around Harvard and DEI and more. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bkCpQk_K_jg) 2024-05-14T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 131.2K engagements "How to Introduce Yourself and Get Hired Rebecca Okamoto TED First impressions matter so how do you make yours count Communication consultant Rebecca Okamoto outlines five simple ways to introduce yourself in [--] words or fewer setting up any interview or conversation for those three crucial words: "Tell me more." (Recorded at TEDxNorthwesternU on April [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to a TED newsletter: https://ted.com/newsletters Follow TED X:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=d1yfb93beSI) 2026-02-08T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 87.7K engagements "Americas Forgotten Working Class J.D. Vance TED J.D. Vance grew up in a small poor city in the Rust Belt of southern Ohio where he had a front-row seat to many of the social ills plaguing America: a heroin epidemic failing schools families torn apart by divorce and sometimes violence. In a searching talk that will echo throughout the country's working-class towns the author details what the loss of the American Dream feels like and raises an important question that everyone from community leaders to policy makers needs to ask: How can we help kids from America's forgotten places break free" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iEy-xTbcr2A) 2016-10-17T15:16Z 27.2M followers, 1.7M engagements "Verna Myers: How to overcome our biases Walk boldly toward them Our biases can be dangerous even deadly as we've seen in the cases of Michael Brown in Ferguson Missouri and Eric Garner in Staten Island New York. Diversity advocate Verna Myers looks closely at some of the subconscious attitudes we hold toward out-groups. She makes a plea to all people: Acknowledge your biases. Then move toward not away from the groups that make you uncomfortable. In a funny impassioned important talk she shows us how. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uYyvbgINZkQ) 2014-12-15T19:27Z 27.2M followers, 652.6K engagements "How America's public schools keep kids in poverty Kandice Sumner Why should a good education be exclusive to rich kids Schools in low-income neighborhoods across the US specifically in communities of color lack resources that are standard at wealthier schools -- things like musical instruments new books healthy school lunches and soccer fields -- and this has a real impact on the potential of students. Kandice Sumner sees the disparity every day in her classroom in Boston. In this inspiring talk she asks us to face facts -- and change them. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7O7BMa9XGXE) 2016-11-28T18:51Z 27.2M followers, 673.5K engagements "Why our IQ levels are higher than our grandparents' James Flynn In [----] only 3% of Americans practiced professions that were deemed "cognitively demanding." Today 35% of us do and we have all learned to be flexible in the way that we think about problems. In this fascinating and fast-paced spin through the cognitive history of the 20th century moral philosopher James Flynn makes the case that changes in the way we think have had surprising (and not always positive) consequences. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9vpqilhW9uI) 2013-09-26T15:13Z 27.2M followers, 3.2M engagements "The optimism bias Tali Sharot http://www.ted.com Are we born to be optimistic rather than realistic Tali Sharot shares new research that suggests our brains are wired to look on the bright side -- and how that can be both dangerous and beneficial. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on design Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own stroke Nicholas Negroponte on One Laptop per" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=B8rmi95pYL0) 2012-05-14T15:55Z 27.2M followers, 577.1K engagements "Richard St. John: "Success is a continuous journey" http://www.ted.com In his typically candid style Richard St. John reminds us that success is not a one-way street but a constant journey. He uses the story of his business' rise and fall to illustrate a valuable lesson -- when we stop trying we fail. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on design Jill Bolte Taylor on observing" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CgNx9Bgac1I) 2009-06-15T17:13Z 27.2M followers, 428.8K engagements "Mark Pagel: How language transformed humanity http://www.ted.com Biologist Mark Pagel shares an intriguing theory about why humans evolved our complex system of language. He suggests that language is a piece of "social technology" that allowed early human tribes to access a powerful new tool: cooperation. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on design Jill Bolte Taylor on" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ImQrUjlyHUg) 2011-08-03T22:35Z 27.2M followers, 280K engagements "It's not fair having [--] pairs of legs Aimee Mullins http://www.ted.com Athlete actor and activist Aimee Mullins talks about her prosthetic legs -- she's got a dozen amazing pairs -- and the super-powers they grant her: speed beauty an extra [--] inches of height . Quite simply she redefines what the body can be. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. TED stands for Technology Entertainment Design and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science business" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JQ0iMulicgg) 2009-03-11T15:01Z 27.2M followers, 1.2M engagements "A beginner's guide to quantum computing Shohini Ghose A quantum computer isn't just a more powerful version of the computers we use today; it's something else entirely based on emerging scientific understanding -- and more than a bit of uncertainty. Enter the quantum wonderland with TED Fellow Shohini Ghose and learn how this technology holds the potential to transform medicine create unbreakable encryption and even teleport information. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=QuR969uMICM) 2019-02-01T18:21Z 27.2M followers, 2.6M engagements "Playing the Cape Breton fiddle Natalie MacMaster http://www.ted.com Natalie MacMaster and her musical partner Donnell Leahy play several tunes from the Cape Breton tradition -- a sprightly soulful style of folk fiddling. It's an inspired collaboration that will have you clapping (and maybe dancing) along. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate changePhilippe Starck on designJill Bolte Taylor on" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RzP_kIXsuvA) 2009-01-31T22:30Z 27.2M followers, 1.2M engagements "Why Are People Starting to Sound Like ChatGPT Adam Aleksic TED Algorithms and AI don't just show us reality they warp it in ways that benefit platforms built to exploit people for profit says etymologist Adam Aleksic. From ChatGPT influencing our word choices to Spotify turning a data cluster into a new musical genre he reveals how new technology subconsciously shapes our language trends and sense of identity. "These aren't neutral tools" he says encouraging us to constantly ask ourselves: How am I being influenced (Recorded at TEDNext [----] on November [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZkXrTHpnQrQ) 2025-12-26T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 524.3K engagements "Tim Berners-Lee: A Magna Carta for the web Sir Tim Berners-Lee invented the world wide web [--] years ago. So its worth a listen when he warns us: Theres a battle ahead. Eroding net neutrality filter bubbles and centralized corporate control all threaten the webs wide-open spaces. Its up to users to fight for the right to access and openness. The question is What kind of Internet do we want TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rCplocVemjo) 2014-08-18T15:44Z 27.2M followers, 163.5K engagements "The Next Global Superpower Isn't Who You Think Ian Bremmer TED Who runs the world Political scientist Ian Bremmer argues it's not as simple as it used to be. With some eye-opening questions about the nature of leadership he asks us to consider the impact of the evolving global order and our choices as participants in the future of democracy. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDTalks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted Facebook:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uiUPD-z9DTg) 2023-06-14T16:20Z 27.2M followers, 12.7M engagements "A Saudi an Indian and an Iranian walk into a Qatari bar . Maz Jobrani TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. Iranian-American comedian Maz Jobrani takes to the TEDxSummit stage in Doha Qatar to take on serious issues in the Middle East -- like how many kisses to give when saying "Hi" and what not to say on an American airplane. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9kxL9Cf46VM) 2012-12-12T17:40Z 27.2M followers, 19M engagements "Courage the Most Important Virtue Bari Weiss TED In an unflinching look at issues that widen the political divide in the US journalist and editor Bari Weiss highlights why courage is the most important virtue in today's polarized world. She shares examples of people who have spoken up in the face of conformity and silence and calls on all of us to say what we believe. (Followed by a Q&A with head of TED Chris Anderson) If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED X:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AW3klebbNYY) 2024-05-30T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 89.7K engagements "The TED Conference Experience #TEDTalks A TED experience is far more than just the talks. Learn how you can join a powerful community of leaders dreamers and doers this April 13-17 at TED2026: https://conferences.ted.com/ted2026utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=tedexperience TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks TED TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks TED" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AsiuNEXLhf4) 2026-02-12T15:00Z 27.2M followers, [----] engagements "What happens when you have a disease doctors can't diagnose Jennifer Brea Five years ago TED Fellow Jen Brea became progressively ill with myalgic encephalomyelitis commonly known as chronic fatigue syndrome a debilitating illness that severely impairs normal activities and on bad days makes even the rustling of bed sheets unbearable. In this poignant talk Brea describes the obstacles she's encountered in seeking treatment for her condition whose root causes and physical effects we don't fully understand as well as her mission to document through film the lives of patients that medicine" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Fb3yp4uJhq0) 2017-01-17T20:45Z 27.2M followers, 999.1K engagements "Hidden miracles of the natural world Louie Schwartzberg We live in a world of unseeable beauty so subtle and delicate that it is imperceptible to the human eye. To bring this invisible world to light filmmaker Louie Schwartzberg bends the boundaries of time and space with high-speed cameras time lapses and microscopes. At TED2014 he shares highlights from his latest project a 3D film titled "Mysteries of the Unseen World" which slows down speeds up and magnifies the astonishing wonders of nature. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FiZqn6fV-4Y) 2014-04-09T15:18Z 27.2M followers, 4.5M engagements "The price of shame Monica Lewinsky TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. In [----] says Monica Lewinsky I was Patient Zero of losing a personal reputation on a global scale almost instantaneously. Today the kind of online public shaming she went through has become a constant. In a brave talk she takes a look at our culture of humiliation in which online shame equals dollar signs and demands a different way. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=H_8y0WLm78U) 2015-03-21T01:21Z 27.2M followers, 14.5M engagements "What Is an AI Anyway Mustafa Suleyman TED When it comes to artificial intelligence what are we actually creating Even those closest to its development are struggling to describe exactly where things are headed says Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman one of the primary architects of the AI models many of us use today. He offers an honest and compelling new vision for the future of AI proposing an unignorable metaphor a new digital species to focus attention on this extraordinary moment. (Followed by a Q&A with head of TED Chris Anderson) If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=KKNCiRWd_j0) 2024-04-22T17:24Z 27.2M followers, 2.7M engagements "300 Years of Classical Music in [--] Minutes Joshua Bell TED Does the world still need classical music What about orchestras In this gorgeous talk and performance violinist Joshua Bell and the Chamber Orchestra of America play selections of classical music masterpieces from Mozarts Symphony No. [--] to Schuberts Unfinished Symphony and more sharing why this art form remains a singularly unifying force. (Recorded at TED2025 on April [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to a TED" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UmX4M4Np43A) 2025-09-11T15:46Z 27.2M followers, 778.9K engagements "How to Communicate with Your Dog from a Westminster Champion Jennifer Crank TED Who let the dogs out Jennifer Crank a world champion in dog agility competitions like Westminster brings her border collie onto the TED stage to demonstrate the secrets of interspecies communication. Watch as her four-legged friend bounds through an obstacle course at lightning speed as Crank gives a lesson on how to effectively communicate with any kind of audience. (Recorded at TEDSports Indianapolis [----] on September [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VA2hdDoSM4s) 2026-01-25T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 179.7K engagements "Silence the Universal Medicine Pico Iyer TED In a world growing louder faster and more fractured author Pico Iyer makes the case for a radical act of repair. Explore why tapping into silence may be the best medicine you can give yourself and everyone around you. (Recorded at TED2025 on April [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to a TED newsletter: https://ted.com/newsletters Follow TED X: https://www.twitter.com/TEDTalks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted Facebook:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VoPDKjFHIDU) 2026-01-30T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 89.6K engagements "Jeff Speck: The walkable city How do we solve the problem of the suburbs Urbanist Jeff Speck shows how we can free ourselves from dependence on the car -- which he calls "a gas-belching time-wasting life-threatening prosthetic device" -- by making our cities more walkable and more pleasant for more people. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science business global issues the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Wai4ub90stQ) 2013-10-14T15:36Z 27.2M followers, 398K engagements "The agony of opioid withdrawal and what doctors should tell patients about it Travis Rieder The United States accounts for five percent of the world's population but consumes almost [--] percent of the total global opioid supply creating an epidemic that has resulted in tens of thousands of deaths each year. How did we get here and what can we do about it In this personal talk Travis Rieder recounts the painful often-hidden struggle of opioid withdrawal and reveals how doctors who are quick to prescribe (and overprescribe) opioids aren't equipped with the tools to eventually get people off the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WhpAYw9kCt8) 2018-07-20T15:08Z 27.2M followers, 1.3M engagements "How to Become a K-pop Superstar in [--] Minutes Charlene Kaye TED Want to become a K-pop superstar Comedian and musician Charlene Kaye lays out the formula for breaking through in just a few easy steps from rapping like a sexy baby to dancing like youre making pizza in the Matrix. Part musical part dance performance part comedy show this is your how-to guide for creating the next K-pop hit. (Recorded at TEDNext [----] on November [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to a TED" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=X564_fIhp_0) 2026-01-31T16:01Z 27.2M followers, 187K engagements "Bluegrass virtuosity from . New Jersey Sleepy Man Banjo Boys TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. All under the age of [--] brothers Jonny Robbie and Tommy Mizzone are from New Jersey a US state that's better known for the rock of Bruce Springsteen than the bluegrass of Earl Scruggs. Nonetheless the siblings began performing bluegrass covers as well as their own compositions at a young age. Here they play three dazzling songs in three different keys passing the lead back and forth from fiddle to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fB8UTheTR7s) 2013-07-05T15:40Z 27.2M followers, 8.7M engagements "Brian Goldman: Doctors make mistakes. Can we talk about that http://www.ted.com Every doctor makes mistakes. But says physician Brian Goldman medicine's culture of denial (and shame) keeps doctors from ever talking about those mistakes or using them to learn and improve. Telling stories from his own long practice he calls on doctors to start talking about being wrong. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iUbfRzxNy20) 2012-01-25T17:21Z 27.2M followers, 418.5K engagements "How much sleep do you really need Sleeping with Science a TED series You know you need to get enough sleep but the question remains: How much is enough Sleep scientist Matt Walker tells us the recommended amount for adults and explains why it's necessary for your long-term health. Sleeping with Science a TED series uncovers the facts and secrets behind our nightly slumber. Check out more episodes on TED.com: https://go.ted.com/sleepingwithscience TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks Sleep Science Health Human Body TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks Sleep Science Health Human Body" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=knJWF4km3y0) 2020-09-02T13:45Z 27.2M followers, 749.5K engagements "Our failing schools. Enough is enough Geoffrey Canada Why why why does our education system look so similar to the way it did [--] years ago Millions of students were failing then as they are now -- and it's because we're clinging to a business model that clearly doesn't work. Education advocate Geoffrey Canada dares the system to look at the data think about the customers and make systematic shifts in order to help greater numbers of kids excel. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vY2l2xfDBcE) 2013-05-08T15:46Z 27.2M followers, 531.1K engagements "The Unexpected Key to Boosting Your Productivity The Way We Work a TED series Ever 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. Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=T4CB5RPbtCk) 2023-03-29T14:30Z 27.2M followers, 326.7K engagements "Todays athletes ARE built different #TEDTalks When you look at sporting achievements over the last decades it seems like humans have gotten faster better and stronger in nearly every way. Yet as David Epstein points out in this delightfully counter-intuitive talk we might want to lay off the self-congratulation. Many factors are at play in shattering athletic records and the development of our natural talents is just one of them. TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks TED TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks TED" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bA9xGDsQADo) 2026-02-05T20:00Z 27.2M followers, 25.4K engagements "Alex Smith: An NFL quarterback on overcoming setbacks and self-doubt TED Former NFL quarterback Alex Smith almost died after a particularly rough tackle snapped his leg in [----] -- yet he was back on the field just two years later. In this inspiring talk he shares his hard-won insights on overcoming fear self-doubt and anxiety that could help anyone endure life's challenges. (This talk contains graphic images.) Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pmfjaSH2EDY) 2021-11-05T14:30Z 27.2M followers, 514.9K engagements "Why you should talk to strangers Kio Stark "When you talk to strangers you're making beautiful interruptions into the expected narrative of your daily life -- and theirs" says Kio Stark. In this delightful talk Stark explores the overlooked benefits of pushing past our default discomfort when it comes to strangers and embracing those fleeting but profoundly beautiful moments of genuine connection. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rFpDK2KhAgw) 2016-09-23T21:45Z 27.2M followers, 692.8K engagements "What I Learned from [---] Days of Rejection Jia Jiang TED Jia Jiang adventures boldly into a territory so many of us fear: rejection. By seeking out rejection for [---] days -- from asking a stranger to borrow $100 to requesting a "burger refill" at a restaurant -- Jiang desensitized himself to the pain and shame that rejection often brings and in the process discovered that simply asking for what you want can open up possibilities where you expect to find dead ends. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-vZXgApsPCQ) 2017-01-06T22:03Z 27.2M followers, 6.9M engagements "The difference between winning and succeeding John Wooden TED http://www.ted.com With profound simplicity Coach John Wooden redefines success and urges us all to pursue the best in ourselves. In this inspiring talk he shares the advice he gave his players at UCLA quotes poetry and remembers his father's wisdom. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. TED stands for Technology Entertainment Design and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0MM-psvqiG8) 2009-03-26T16:32Z 27.2M followers, 2.9M engagements "The Army of Autonomous Robots Restoring Nature Tom Chi TED Impact investor Tom Chi challenges a dangerous assumption: that economic growth and ecological health are opposing forces. He reveals how advances in AI and robotics are enabling a radical shift towards innovation as a force for restoration. Imagine mines that extract less farms that regenerate soil and fleets of robots that can plant [------] mangroves in a single day. What if the same technologies that power our economy could actively repair the planet at the same time (Recorded at TED Countdown and Bezos Earth Fund on September 24" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0R_CJjGRX7o) 2026-01-01T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 152.4K engagements "Stop Telling Single People to Get Married Peter McGraw TED Why do we assume single people arent happy Behavioral economist (and lifelong bachelor) Peter McGraw advocates for a world in which single life is just as accepted as marriage debunking the myth that getting hitched is the only path to fulfillment. From spinsters to cat ladies he outlines the power in chosen family and invites you to reconsider what it means to live a remarkable life. (Recorded at TEDxBoulder on September [--] 2024) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0ZLLoNYEYfs) 2025-06-20T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 567.9K engagements "Where good ideas come from Steven Johnson http://www.ted.com People often credit their ideas to individual "Eureka" moments. But Steven Johnson shows how history tells a different story. His fascinating tour takes us from the "liquid networks" of London's coffee houses to Charles Darwin's long slow hunch to today's high-velocity web. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0af00UcTO-c) 2010-09-21T13:55Z 27.2M followers, 1.7M engagements "Michael Porter: Why business can be good at solving social problems Why do we turn to nonprofits NGOs and governments to solve society's biggest problems Michael Porter admits he's biased as a business school professor but he wants you to hear his case for letting business try to solve massive problems like climate change and access to water. Why Because when business solves a problem it makes a profit -- which lets that solution grow. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0iIh5YYDR2o) 2013-10-07T15:23Z 27.2M followers, 1M engagements "A New Vision of Healthy Masculinity Davonte Green TED What does it actually mean to be a "real man" these days In a personal talk packed with actionable advice youth advocate Davonte Green challenges age-old stereotypes about masculinity showing that emotional intelligence and self-control not aggression are the keys to moving through the world with confidence and strength. (Recorded at TEDxInglewood on August [--] 2023) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to a TED newsletter:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1IAaKLAVysQ) 2025-07-03T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 38.1K engagements "Weird or just different Derek Sivers http://www.ted.com "There's a flip side to everything" the saying goes and in [--] minutes Derek Sivers shows this is true in a few ways you might not expect. Derek Sivers TEDTalks TED talks culture expectations assumptions worldview Japan streets blocks Derek Sivers TEDTalks TED talks culture expectations assumptions worldview Japan streets blocks" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1K5SycZjGhI) 2010-01-29T15:41Z 27.2M followers, 695.4K engagements "How I Broke My Drinking Habit (w/ Edith Zimmerman) How to Be a Better Human TED How do you fill your time after deciding to get sober For journalist and cartoonist Edith Zimmerman the answer was rediscovering activities she enjoyed as a kid. She chats with Chris Duffy host of the How to Be a Better Human podcast about how she quit drinking learned to replace bad habits with healthier ones and how you can do the same. This episode is part of a series of bonus videos from "How to Be a Better Human." You can find the extended interview on the TED Audio Collective YouTube Channel. Listen to this" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1jWA3mE5o9Y) 2025-11-03T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 59.9K engagements "The enchanting music of sign language Christine Sun Kim Artist Christine Sun Kim was born deaf and she was taught to believe that sound wasn't a part of her life that it was a hearing person's thing. Through her art she discovered similarities between American Sign Language and music and she realized that sound doesn't have to be known solely through the ears it can be felt seen and experienced as an idea. In this endearing talk she invites us to open our eyes and ears and participate in the rich treasure of visual language. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2Euof4PnjDk) 2015-11-19T17:27Z 27.2M followers, 754.3K engagements "Mentalism mind reading and the art of getting inside your head Derren Brown TED "Magic is a great analogy for how we edit reality and form a story -- and then mistake that story for the truth" says psychological illusionist Derren Brown. In a clever talk wrapped around a dazzling mind-reading performance Brown explores the seductive appeal of finding simple answers to life's complex and subtle questions. Get TED Talks recommended just for you Learn more at https://www.ted.com/signup. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2IFa0tqHrwE) 2019-08-26T13:42Z 27.2M followers, 2.2M engagements "Nicholas Christakis: The hidden influence of social networks http://www.ted.com We're all embedded in vast social networks of friends family co-workers and more. Nicholas Christakis tracks how a wide variety of traits -- from happiness to obesity -- can spread from person to person showing how your location in the network might impact your life in ways you don't even know. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2U-tOghblfE) 2010-05-10T15:48Z 27.2M followers, 474.2K engagements "The world's largest family reunion . we're all invited A.J. Jacobs Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized Talk recommendations and more. You may not know it yet but A.J. Jacobs is probably your cousin (many many times removed). Using genealogy websites he's been following the unexpected links that make us all however distantly related. His goal: to throw the world's largest family reunion. See you there The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2_lBiFZ85d0) 2014-06-13T16:15Z 27.2M followers, 149.5K engagements "JR: Can Art Change the World TED Famed for enormous black-and-white portraits that are pasted on surfaces ranging from the Louvre to the US-Mexico border wall multimedia artist JR continues to tackle ambitious projects. In this powerfully moving talk he shares how he made a giant mural on the courtyard floor of a maximum-security prison -- with the help of guards and prisoners alike -- and ended up with much more than a compelling image. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: http://ted.com/membership Follow TED Twitter:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2fY-iSzbls8) 2022-06-27T18:32Z 27.2M followers, 126.2K engagements "The unexpected benefit of celebrating failure Astro Teller "Great dreams aren't just visions" says Astro Teller "They're visions coupled to strategies for making them real." The head of X (formerly Google X) Teller takes us inside the "moonshot factory" as it's called where his team seeks to solve the world's biggest problems through experimental projects like balloon-powered Internet and wind turbines that sail through the air. Find out X's secret to creating an organization where people feel comfortable working on big risky projects and exploring audacious ideas. TEDTalks is a daily video" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2t13Rq4oc7A) 2016-05-09T15:31Z 27.2M followers, 383.2K engagements "His Holiness Pope Francis Why the only future worth building includes everyone TED Talks (Turn on subtitles available in more than [--] languages using the CC button in the bottom right of your screen.) A single individual is enough for hope to exist and that individual can be you says His Holiness Pope Francis in this searing TED Talk delivered directly from Vatican City. In a hopeful message to people of all faiths to those who have power as well as those who don't the spiritual leader provides illuminating commentary on the world as we currently find it and calls for equality solidarity and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=36zrJfAFcuc) 2017-04-26T01:23Z 27.2M followers, 1.3M engagements "Pop an ollie and innovate Rodney Mullen TED The last thing Rodney Mullen the godfather of street skating wanted were competitive victories. In this exuberant talk he shares his love of the open skateboarding community and how the unique environments it plays in drive the creation of new tricks fostering prolific ingenuity purely for passion's sake. (Filmed at TEDxUSC.) TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3GVO-MfIl1Q) 2015-02-02T22:18Z 27.2M followers, 3.1M engagements "What Will Happen to Marketing in the Age of AI Jessica Apotheker TED Generative AI is poised to transform the workplace but we still need human brains for new ideas says marketing expert Jessica Apotheker. She explores how marketers can find their niche in the world of AI based on their preference for data or creativity offering a pragmatic and hopeful look at the future of business. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDTalks Instagram:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3MwMII8n1qM) 2023-12-12T12:00Z 27.2M followers, 857.2K engagements "How Your Sense of Smell Helps You Savor Flavor Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter TED Eating pizza with a stuffy nose just isn't as satisfying -- and there's a reason for that. Dr. Jen Gunter explains how our ability to smell and taste work together to give us a full sensory experience. So whether you're sniffing the caramelized aroma of coffee a whiff of trash or a trillion other things your brain knows exactly what's under your nose. Think you know how your body works Think again In this TED original series Dr. Jen Gunter will share the truth about what's *really* going on inside you. For more" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3NFTa9kTVRU) 2022-10-05T15:41Z 27.2M followers, 120.4K engagements "How to turn a group of strangers into a team Amy Edmondson Business school professor Amy Edmondson studies "teaming" where people come together quickly (and often temporarily) to solve new urgent or unusual problems. Recalling stories of teamwork on the fly such as the incredible rescue of [--] miners trapped half a mile underground in Chile in [----] Edmondson shares the elements needed to turn a group of strangers into a quick-thinking team that can nimbly respond to challenges. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3boKz0Exros) 2018-06-14T15:44Z 27.2M followers, 636.4K engagements "How to Stop AI from Killing Your Critical Thinking Advait Sarkar TED Chatbots might help you get work done faster but at what cost When we outsource our reasoning to artificial intelligence we reduce ourselves to "middle managers for our own thoughts" says AI and design researcher Advait Sarkar. He examines the cognitive trade-offs of using AI at work and introduces a different kind of tool: one that encourages critical thinking nudges reflection and actually helps you get smarter. (Recorded at TEDAI Vienna on September [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3lPnN8omdPA) 2025-12-28T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 277.7K engagements "Michael Sandel: Why we shouldn't trust markets with our civic life In the past three decades says Michael Sandel the US has drifted from a market economy to a market society; it's fair to say that an American's experience of shared civic life depends on how much money they have. (Three key examples: access to education access to justice political influence.) In a talk and audience discussion Sandel asks us to think honestly on this question: In our current democracy is too much for sale TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3nsoN-LS8RQ) 2013-10-07T15:36Z 27.2M followers, 661.9K engagements "Dan Barber: How I fell in love with a fish http://www.ted.com Chef Dan Barber squares off with a dilemma facing many chefs today: how to keep fish on the menu. With impeccable research and deadpan humor he chronicles his pursuit of a sustainable fish he could love and the foodie's honeymoon he's enjoyed since discovering an outrageously delicious fish raised using a revolutionary farming method in Spain. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4EUAMe2ixCI) 2010-03-10T15:53Z 27.2M followers, 374.4K engagements "Why You Should Talk About Your Anxiety at Work Adam Whybrew TED We cant get rid of anxiety and depression so we might as well talk about it says depression truth-teller Adam Whybrew. Sharing his own experience with mental illness he reveals the surprising benefits of opening up about stress at work and why being vulnerable creates a safe space for everyone. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED X: https://twitter.com/TEDTalks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted Facebook:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4FT5RYuifwE) 2024-06-15T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 179.2K engagements "How Regenerative Agriculture Brings Life Back to the Land Gabe Brown TED Over his decades of farming and ranching Gabe Brown has noticed a troubling trend: the conventional farming techniques he used were degrading the soil and ruining crops. He shares how his family farm turned things around by adopting regenerative agricultural practices and shows how the wider food system can use these same methods to improve food quality and revitalize the land. (Recorded at TED Countdown Dilemma Series: Food on June [--] 2024) If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4R7mX6pChSA) 2024-10-14T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 254.1K engagements "3 rules for better work-life balance The Way We Work a TED series Have you answered a work email during an important family event Or taken a call from your boss while on vacation According to behavioral scientist and Harvard Business School professor Ashley Whillans "always-on" work culture is not only ruining our personal well-being but our work as well. She shares which bad habits are stopping us from getting what we need out of our free time and three practical steps for setting boundaries that stick. The Way We Work is a TED original video series where leaders and thinkers offer practical" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4c_xYLwOx-g) 2021-09-27T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 975.9K engagements "What separates us from chimpanzees Jane Goodall http://www.ted.com Jane Goodall hasn't found the missing link but she's come closer than nearly anyone else. The primatologist says the only real difference between humans and chimps is our sophisticated language. She urges us to start using it to change the world. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers are invited to give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. TED stands for Technology Entertainment and Design and TEDTalks cover these topics as" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=51z7WRDjOjM) 2007-05-16T18:30Z 27.2M followers, 623.1K engagements "OpenAIs Sam Altman Talks ChatGPT AI Agents and Superintelligence Live at TED2025 The AI revolution is here to stay says Sam Altman the CEO of OpenAI. In a probing live conversation with head of TED Chris Anderson Altman discusses the astonishing growth of AI and shows how models like ChatGPT could soon become extensions of ourselves. He also addresses questions of safety power and moral authority reflecting on the world he envisions where AI will almost certainly outpace human intelligence. (Recorded live at TED2025 on April [--] 2025) If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5MWT_doo68k) 2025-04-12T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 2.2M engagements "Sleep Is Your Superpower Matt Walker TED Sleep is your life-support system and Mother Nature's best effort yet at immortality says sleep scientist Matt Walker. In this deep dive into the science of slumber Walker shares the wonderfully good things that happen when you get sleep -- and the alarmingly bad things that happen when you don't for both your brain and body. Learn more about sleep's impact on your learning memory immune system and even your genetic code -- as well as some helpful tips for getting some shut-eye. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5MuIMqhT8DM) 2019-06-03T15:27Z 27.2M followers, 16.5M engagements "The freakonomics of McDonalds vs. drugs Steven Levitt http://www.ted.com Freakonomics author Steven Levitt presents new data on the finances of drug dealing. Contrary to popular myth he says being a street-corner crack dealer isnt lucrative: It pays below minimum wage. And your boss can kill you. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers are invited to give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes -- including speakers such as Jill Bolte Taylor Sir Ken Robinson Hans Rosling Al Gore and Arthur" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5UGC2nLnaes) 2007-01-16T17:25Z 27.2M followers, 2.6M engagements "Let Curiosity Lead Yara Shahidi TED Don't second-guess what "distracts" you says actor-producer Yara Shahidi; that's your curiosity coming through. The star of hit shows like "black-ish" and "grown-ish" tells how she learned to spot clues to her own future and how you can too. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED X: https://twitter.com/TEDTalks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted Facebook: https://facebook.com/TED LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ted-conferences TikTok:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5xBpkc7-w3A) 2024-01-16T15:56Z 27.2M followers, 252.1K engagements "How Play Helps a Kids Brain Grow Jesse Ilhardt TED A little bit of playtime can have big benefits for a child's developing brain like a superfood -- but adult participation is a crucial ingredient for best results. Early-education leader Jesse Ilhardt makes the case for you to put down the phone pick up the make-believe tea cup (or that blanket-superhero cape) and take the time to experiment with imagination during kids' most formative learning years. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: http://ted.com/membership Follow" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=61yMFm40lIA) 2022-12-28T12:00Z 27.2M followers, 82.6K engagements "Can you really tell if a kid is lying Kang Lee Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. Are children poor liars Do you think you can easily detect their lies Developmental researcher Kang Lee studies what happens physiologically to children when they lie. They do it a lot starting as young as two years old and they're actually really good at it. Lee explains why we should celebrate when kids start to lie and presents new lie-detection technology that could someday reveal our hidden emotions. The TED Talks" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6diqpGKOvic) 2016-06-08T15:30Z 27.2M followers, 11.6M engagements "How books can open your mind Lisa Bu What happens when a dream you've held since childhood . doesn't come true As Lisa Bu adjusted to a new life in the United States she turned to books to expand her mind and create a new path for herself. She shares her unique approach to reading in this lovely personal talk about the magic of books. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6ibCtsHgz3Y) 2013-05-31T15:48Z 27.2M followers, 3.4M engagements "Bunker Roy: Learning from a barefoot movement http://www.ted.com In Rajasthan India an extraordinary school teaches rural women and men -- many of them illiterate -- to become solar engineers artisans dentists and doctors in their own villages. It's called the Barefoot College and its founder Bunker Roy explains how it works. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on design Jill" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6qqqVwM6bMM) 2011-10-17T16:51Z 27.2M followers, 572.4K engagements "How to Build a Freelance Career That Works for You The Way We Work a TED series Have you considered freelancing but are unsure where to start or if it can be a viable long term career option Tech entrepreneur Shahar Erez shares five steps to help you build a fulfilling (and financially stable) freelance career that puts you in the driver's seat of your own future. The Way We Work is a TED original video series where leaders and thinkers offer practical wisdom and insight into how we can adapt and thrive amid changing workplace conventions. Visit https://go.ted.com/thewaywework for more If you" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7vtlMRV1sxY) 2023-10-03T17:09Z 27.2M followers, 192.2K engagements "Your elusive creative genius Elizabeth Gilbert Find an accurate transcript (and subtitles in [--] languages) on ted.com: http://www.ted.com/talks/elizabeth_gilbert_on_genius/transcriptlanguage=en "Eat Pray Love" author Elizabeth Gilbert muses on the impossible things we expect from artists and geniuses -- and shares the radical idea that instead of the rare person "being" a genius all of us "have" a genius. It's a funny personal and surprisingly moving talk. TED Talks is a daily podcast of talks and performances from TED where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=86x-u-tz0MA) 2009-02-09T19:23Z 27.2M followers, 5.4M engagements "I'm not your inspiration thank you very much Stella Young Stella Young is a comedian and journalist who happens to go about her day in a wheelchair a fact that doesn't she'd like to make clear automatically turn her into a noble inspiration to all humanity. In this very funny talk Young breaks down society's habit of turning disabled people into "inspiration porn." TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8K9Gg164Bsw) 2014-06-09T15:34Z 27.2M followers, 1.8M engagements "A New Understanding of Human History and the Roots of Inequality David Wengrow TED What if the commonly accepted narratives about the foundation of civilization are all wrong Drawing on groundbreaking research archaeologist David Wengrow challenges traditional thinking about the social evolution of humanity -- from the invention of agriculture to the formation of cities and class systems -- and explains how rethinking history can radically change our perspective on inequality and modern life. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8SJi0sHrEI4) 2022-07-26T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 469.3K engagements "How to stay calm when you know you'll be stressed Daniel Levitin TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. You're not at your best when you're stressed. In fact your brain has evolved over millennia to release cortisol in stressful situations inhibiting rational logical thinking but potentially helping you survive say being attacked by a lion. Neuroscientist Daniel Levitin thinks there's a way to avoid making critical mistakes in stressful situations when your thinking becomes clouded the pre-mortem." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8jPQjjsBbIc) 2015-11-23T16:58Z 27.2M followers, 19.5M engagements "3 secrets of resilient people Lucy Hone Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. Everyone experiences loss but how do you cope with the tough moments that follow Resilience researcher Lucy Hone shares three hard-won strategies for developing the capacity to brave adversity overcome struggle and face whatever may come head-on with fortitude and grace. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9-5SMpg7Q0k) 2020-07-06T21:30Z 27.2M followers, 528.3K engagements "Billy Graham: Technology faith and human shortcomings http://www.ted.com Speaking at TED in [----] Rev. Billy Graham marvels at technology's power to improve lives and change the world -- but says the end of evil suffering and death will come only after the world accepts Christ. A legendary talk from TED's archives. Billy Graham TED TEDtalks talks religion christianity jesus suffering evil death Billy Graham TED TEDtalks talks religion christianity jesus suffering evil death" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=90mj79GqWhc) 2008-07-16T23:23Z 27.2M followers, 3.1M engagements "The first secret of great design Tony Fadell As human beings we get used to "the way things are" really fast. But for designers the way things are is an opportunity . Could things be better How In this funny breezy talk the man behind the iPod and the Nest thermostat shares some of his tips for noticing and driving change. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science business" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9uOMectkCCs) 2015-06-03T15:32Z 27.2M followers, 2.2M engagements "4 Hard Truths About Capitalism and Climate Steve Howard TED For decades investor and business leader Steve Howard watched companies pour money and effort into sustainability initiatives . and still fall short. The problem isnt a lack of will he says; its that capitalism and climate have been wired to work against each other. He shares four realities that explain why even well-intentioned businesses fail at climate action as well as a plan to flip the system making green innovation so powerful the market cant resist it.(Recorded at TED Countdown Summit [----] on June [--] 2025) Join us in person" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AbmQFGTyJKA) 2025-12-23T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 33.8K engagements "Can we eat to starve cancer William Li http://www.ted.com William Li presents a new way to think about cancer treatment: angiogenesis targeting the blood vessels that feed a tumor. The crucial first (and best) step: Eating cancer-fighting foods that beat cancer at its own game. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on design Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own stroke Nicholas" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=B9bDZ5-zPtY) 2010-05-17T16:06Z 27.2M followers, 1.4M engagements "The surprising science of alpha males Frans de Waal In this fascinating look at the "alpha male" primatologist Frans de Waal explores the privileges and costs of power while drawing surprising parallels between how humans and primates choose their leaders. His research reveals some of the unexpected capacities of alpha males -- generosity empathy even peacekeeping -- and sheds light on the power struggles of human politicians. "Someone who is big and strong and intimidates and insults everyone is not necessarily an alpha male" de Waal says. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=BPsSKKL8N0s) 2018-07-09T14:15Z 27.2M followers, 2.4M engagements "The Case for Making Art When the World Is on Fire Amie McNee TED Making art isnt self-indulgent its an essential radical act of creation says writer Amie McNee. She explores the importance of having a creative practice whether youre a long-time artist or an aspiring one and shows how to move past self-doubt and start expressing yourself. If youve ever felt like your creativity doesnt matter in a world with so many problems this talk is for you. (Recorded at TEDxManchester on March [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CDs2d3dJtYk) 2025-09-18T15:01Z 27.2M followers, 310.5K engagements "The Inside Story of ChatGPTs Astonishing Potential Greg Brockman TED In a talk from the cutting edge of technology OpenAI cofounder Greg Brockman explores the underlying design principles of ChatGPT and demos some mind-blowing unreleased 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. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=C_78DM8fG6E) 2023-04-20T15:11Z 27.2M followers, 1.9M engagements "The Agony of Trying to Unsubscribe James Veitch TED It happens to all of us: you unsubscribe from an unwanted marketing email and a few days later another message from the same company pops up in your inbox. Comedian James Veitch turned this frustration into whimsy when a local supermarket refused to take no for an answer. Hijinks ensued. Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to a TED newsletter: https://ted.com/newsletters Follow TED X: https://www.twitter.com/TEDTalks Instagram:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Dceyy0cX6J4) 2016-09-27T15:12Z 27.2M followers, 23.5M engagements "Linda Hill: How to manage for collective creativity What's the secret to unlocking the creativity hidden inside your daily work and giving every great idea a chance Harvard professor Linda Hill co-author of "Collective Genius" has studied some of the world's most creative companies to come up with a set of tools and tactics to keep great ideas flowing from everyone in the company not just the designated "creatives." TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in 18" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DjcZrtcBZi4) 2015-03-13T16:17Z 27.2M followers, 490.6K engagements "Inside Indias Astonishing Solar Revolution Kanika Chawla TED In [----] the worlds second largest coal consumer made a bold promise: to increase its solar capacity from three gigawatts to [---] gigawatts in just eight years. Many people called it overly ambitious but energy expert Kanika Chawla saw the opportunity of a lifetime. She tells the story of how India became a solar powerhouse turning an expensive dream into an economic reality and creating a model for other countries to follow suit. (Recorded at TED Countdown Summit [----] on June [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DxFZ3ojl9yo) 2025-10-23T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 125K engagements "How to Unlock Your Communication Superpower (W/ Charles Duhigg) How to Be a Better Human TED What makes some people supercommunicators How can you become one too This is the central lesson in Charles Duhiggs bestseller Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret of Communication. Charles and Chris dissect what makes messy conversations so great how to ask deep questions and whether women and men communicate differently. They also discuss the different rules for different technologies from telephones to Facebook to Signal and how cautious politeness may be the best method to communicate" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ESkB4_8YClI) 2025-09-17T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 263.5K engagements "Jackson Katz: Violence against womenit's a men's issue Domestic violence and sexual abuse are often called "women's issues." But in this bold blunt talk Jackson Katz points out that these are intrinsically men's issues -- and shows how these violent behaviors are tied to definitions of manhood. A clarion call for us all -- women and men -- to call out unacceptable behavior and be leaders of change. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ElJxUVJ8blw) 2013-05-29T15:44Z 27.2M followers, 439.8K engagements "5 ways to create stronger connections The Way We Work a TED series In a tech-obsessed culture it can be difficult to build genuine relationships with people especially in the workplace. Robert Reffkin shares his tips and tricks for establishing authentic connections on the job. The Way We Work is a TED original video series where leaders and thinkers offer practical wisdom and insight into how we can adapt and thrive amid changing workplace conventions. Visit https://go.ted.com/thewaywework for more TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EtZQT3avFaY) 2020-02-10T16:45Z 27.2M followers, 249.6K engagements "The Beauty of Building With Mud and Trash Vinu Daniel TED What if we could use waste to create resilient and sustainable buildings Bringing out the beauty of the dirt beneath our feet climate-responsive architect Vinu Daniel shares how he and his team are giving local and discarded materials (think: mud plastic and used tires) a second life by using them to create dreamlike homes schools and other public spaces. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDTalks" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EumE_9qkXI8) 2023-08-08T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 104.3K engagements "Are We Heading Toward World War III Heni Ozi Cukier TED In this urgent talk political scientist Heni Ozi Cukier analyzes the social economic political and military conditions that preceded the last two world wars revealing how historical patterns and todays geopolitical shifts may be pointing us in a dangerously familiar direction. Connecting past and present he challenges us to recognize the warning signs and act before its too late. (Recorded at TEDxLisboa on March [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ew59SKy181Y) 2025-10-15T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 559K engagements "A guerilla gardener in South Central LA Ron Finley Ron Finley plants vegetable gardens in South Central LA -- in abandoned lots traffic medians along the curbs. Why For fun for defiance for beauty and to offer some alternative to fast food in a community where "the drive-thrus are killing more people than the drive-bys." TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science business" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EzZzZ_qpZ4w) 2013-03-06T16:35Z 27.2M followers, 1.6M engagements "David Grady: How to save the world (or at least yourself) from bad meetings An epidemic of bad inefficient overcrowded meetings is plaguing the worlds businesses and making workers miserable. David Grady has some ideas on how to stop it. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science business global issues the arts and much more. Find closed captions and translated subtitles in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=F6Qo8IDsVNg) 2014-11-17T16:17Z 27.2M followers, 460.9K engagements "How I learned to read -- and trade stocks -- in prison Curtis "Wall Street" Carroll Financial literacy isn't a skill -- it's a lifestyle. Take it from Curtis "Wall Street" Carroll. As an incarcerated individual Caroll knows the power of a dollar. While in prison he taught himself how to read and trade stocks and now he shares a simple powerful message: we all need to be more savvy with our money. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=F89eycANUrQ) 2017-05-18T15:54Z 27.2M followers, 4.4M engagements "What Islam really says about women Alaa Murabit Alaa Murabit's family moved from Canada to Libya when she was [--]. Before shed felt equal to her brothers but in this new environment she sensed big prohibitions on what she could accomplish. As a proud Muslim woman she wondered: was this really religious doctrine With humor passion and a refreshingly rebellious spirt she shares how she discovered examples of female leaders from across the history of her faith and how she launched a campaign to fight for women's rights using verses directly from the Koran. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FETryXMpDl8) 2015-07-21T17:06Z 27.2M followers, 4.3M engagements "A 12-year-old app developer Thomas Suarez TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. Most 12-year-olds love playing videogames -- Thomas Suarez taught himself how to create them. After developing iPhone apps like "Bustin Jeiber" a whack-a-mole game he is now using his skills to help other kids become developers. (Filmed at TEDxManhattanBeach.) The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Fkd9TWUtFm0) 2012-10-24T19:34Z 27.2M followers, 12M engagements "The Economic Opportunity Hidden in the Climate Transition Marielle Remillard TED The energy grid of the future demands a massive amount of materials: billions of solar panels millions of wind turbines and more. Climate strategist Marielle Remillard reveals why there may be critical shortages ahead and breaks down how this could also be the biggest business opportunity since the Industrial Revolution. (Recorded at TED@BCG on September [--] 2024) If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED X:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FvKeHcpps1Y) 2025-07-07T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 101.6K engagements "Roxane Gay: Confessions of a bad feminist TED When writer Roxane Gay dubbed herself a "bad feminist" she was making a joke acknowledging that she couldn't possibly live up to the demands for perfection of the feminist movement. But she's realized that the joke rang hollow. In a thoughtful and provocative talk she asks us to embrace all flavors of feminism and make the small choices that en masse might lead to actual change. Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. The TED Talks channel features the best" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Fxt_MZKMdes) 2015-06-22T17:25Z 27.2M followers, 474.1K engagements "Capitalism will eat democracy -- unless we speak up Yanis Varoufakis Have you wondered why politicians aren't what they used to be why governments seem unable to solve real problems Economist Yanis Varoufakis the former Minister of Finance for Greece says that it's because you can be in politics today but not be in power because real power now belongs to those who control the economy. He believes that the mega-rich and corporations are cannibalizing the political sphere causing financial crisis. In this talk hear his dream for a world in which capital and labor no longer struggle against each" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GB4s5b9NL3I) 2016-02-15T16:24Z 27.2M followers, 1.3M engagements "The art of misdirection Apollo Robbins TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. Hailed as the greatest pickpocket in the world Apollo Robbins studies the quirks of human behavior as he steals your watch. In a hilarious demonstration Robbins samples the buffet of the TEDGlobal [----] audience showing how the flaws in our perception make it possible to swipe a wallet and leave it on its owner's shoulder while they remain clueless. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GZGY0wPAnus) 2013-09-13T16:07Z 27.2M followers, 28.8M engagements "How Common Knowledge Shapes the World Steven Pinker TED Common knowledge is the secret engine of social life letting us coordinate everything from meet-ups to markets to international diplomacy. In this fascinating talk experimental cognitive scientist Steven Pinker explores its momentous impact threading together stories of why autocrats fear blank signs why central bankers mumble and why saying the quiet part out loud can wreck a friendship. With wit and wisdom he invites us to better understand the ways we get into each others heads and what it means when shared norms wobble. (Recorded at" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GZKU7TgR6IU) 2025-08-25T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 229.4K engagements "Build a tower build a team Tom Wujec http://www.ted.com Tom Wujec from Autodesk presents some surprisingly deep research into the "marshmallow problem" -- a simple team-building exercise that involves dry spaghetti one yard of tape and a marshmallow. Who can build the tallest tower with these ingredients And why does a surprising group always beat the average TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=H0_yKBitO8M) 2010-04-22T14:35Z 27.2M followers, 2.7M engagements "The walk from "no" to "yes" William Ury http://www.ted.com William Ury author of "Getting to Yes" offers an elegant simple (but not easy) way to create agreement in even the most difficult situations -- from family conflict to perhaps the Middle East. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on design Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own stroke Nicholas Negroponte on One Laptop" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Hc6yi_FtoNo) 2010-12-01T17:15Z 27.2M followers, 769.7K engagements "The Problem With Being Too Nice at Work Tessa West TED Are you "too nice" at work Social psychologist Tessa West shares her research on how people attempt to mask anxiety with overly polite feedback a practice that's more harmful than helpful and gives three tips to swap generic unhelpful observations with clear consistent feedback even when you feel awkward. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED X: https://twitter.com/TEDTalks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted Facebook:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HrCbXNRP7eg) 2024-05-29T15:37Z 27.2M followers, 2.9M engagements "Jacqueline Woodson: What reading slowly taught me about writing TED Reading slowly -- with her finger running beneath the words even when she was taught not to -- has led Jacqueline Woodson to a life of writing books to be savored. In a lyrical talk she invites us to slow down and appreciate stories that take us places we never thought we'd go and introduce us to people we never thought we'd meet. "Isn't that what this is all about -- finding a way at the end of the day to not feel alone in this world and a way to feel like we've changed it before we leave" she asks. Visit http://TED.com to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HzAtOyw6ACw) 2019-10-08T15:09Z 27.2M followers, 332.7K engagements "Why societies collapse Jared Diamond http://www.ted.com Why do societies fail With lessons from the Norse of Iron Age Greenland deforested Easter Island and present-day Montana Jared Diamond talks about the signs that collapse is near and how -- if we see it in time -- we can prevent it. Jared Diamond TED TEDtalks talks Culture Environment Global Issues History Social change SocietyTechnology Jared Diamond TED TEDtalks talks Culture Environment Global Issues History Social change SocietyTechnology" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IESYMFtLIis) 2008-10-28T17:02Z 27.2M followers, 1.5M engagements "To overcome challenges stop comparing yourself to others Dean Furness Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. When you stop comparing yourself to others you can accomplish great things says wheelchair athlete Dean Furness. He shares how after losing the use of his legs in an accident he discovered a powerful new mindset focused on redefining his "personal average" and getting better little by little. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IOrmS8vJDQw) 2020-06-08T16:16Z 27.2M followers, 1M engagements "Learning from dirty jobs Mike Rowe Mike Rowe the host of "Dirty Jobs" tells some compelling (and horrifying) real-life job stories. Listen for his insights and observations about the nature of hard work and how its been unjustifiably degraded in society today. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science business global issues the arts and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IRVdiHu1VCc) 2009-03-05T20:12Z 27.2M followers, 7.5M engagements "How menopause affects the brain Lisa Mosconi Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. Many of the symptoms of menopause -- hot flashes night sweats insomnia memory lapses depression and anxiety -- start in the brain. How exactly does menopause impact cognitive health Sharing groundbreaking findings from her research neuroscientist Lisa Mosconi reveals how decreasing hormonal levels affect brain aging -- and shares simple lifestyle changes you can make to support lifelong brain health. The TED Talks channel" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JJZ8z_nTCZQ) 2020-04-13T20:50Z 27.2M followers, 2.2M engagements "Try something new for [--] days Matt Cutts http://www.ted.com Is there something you've always meant to do wanted to do but just . haven't Matt Cutts suggests: Try it for [--] days. This short lighthearted talk offers a neat way to think about setting and achieving goals. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. TED stands for Technology Entertainment Design and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science business development and the arts. Closed captions" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JnfBXjWm7hc) 2011-07-01T18:28Z 27.2M followers, 1.4M engagements "The Natural Building Blocks of Sustainable Architecture Michael Green TED If we're going to solve the climate crisis we need to talk about construction. The four main building materials that humans currently use -- concrete steel masonry and wood -- have a heavy environmental impact but what if we had a fifth option Architect Michael Green proposes an entirely new natural medium inspired by the structure of trees and plants. Learn more about the carbon-sequestering solution to our construction conundrum that's laying the groundwork for a truly sustainable future. If you love watching TED" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=KAiWdme6EEM) 2023-06-13T13:44Z 27.2M followers, 144.7K engagements "Looks aren't everything. Believe me I'm a model. Cameron Russell TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. Cameron Russell admits she won "a genetic lottery": she's tall pretty and an underwear model. But don't judge her by her looks. In this fearless talk she takes a wry look at the industry that had her looking highly seductive at barely 16-years-old. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=KM4Xe6Dlp0Y) 2013-01-16T16:22Z 27.2M followers, 31.5M engagements "Everything You Need to Know About AI Agents Swami Sivasubramanian TED What if you had an AI-powered assistant that took initiative on its own Technology leader Swami Sivasubramanian believes AI agents are the future of work capable of sparking new levels of productivity and creativity. Demystifying the workings of autonomous software systems he explains what they are (and arent) and advocates for a world in which AI handles the boring stuff so you can focus on what matters. (Recorded at TEDAI Vienna on September [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Kx6txsLiUT4) 2025-12-18T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 30K engagements "What Its Really Like to Win the Lottery Matt Pitcher TED What happens when ordinary people suddenly win the lottery Financial planner Matt Pitcher shares lessons from more than a decade of advising lotto winners revealing how sudden wealth can unbalance life and spark consumerism or create profound opportunities for meaning. This talk just might make you rethink the link between money and happiness. (Recorded at TEDxWinchester on June [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=L2OVDJ6cDJc) 2026-01-04T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 113.3K engagements "Why Social Health Is Key to Happiness and Longevity Kasley Killam TED 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 feeling a sense of belonging and connection has concrete benefits to your overall health and explains why it may be the missing key to living a longer and happier life. (Recorded at TEDNext [----] on October [--] 2024) If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED X:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LpSDuDIaBGk) 2025-03-14T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 704.1K engagements "This could be why you're depressed or anxious Johann Hari TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks subtitles translations personalized Talk recommendations and more. In a moving talk journalist Johann Hari shares fresh insights on the causes of depression and anxiety from experts around the world -- as well as some exciting emerging solutions. "If you're depressed or anxious you're not weak and you're not crazy -- you're a human being with unmet needs" Hari says. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MB5IX-np5fE) 2019-10-11T12:38Z 27.2M followers, 12.3M engagements "How AI Will Answer Questions We Havent Thought to Ask Aravind Srinivas TED Human potential will only accelerate with AI answering questions better and faster than ever before says Aravind Srinivas cofounder and CEO of conversational search engine Perplexity. He examines the trends driving new AI-powered tools that nourish curiosity and creativity and how they might usher in a new era of intellectual growth and discovery. "Knowledge does not really care about who you are where you're from or who you have access to. Rather what matters is the next question you're going to ask" says Srinivas." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MD4W_e3dJPs) 2025-02-01T12:00Z 27.2M followers, 480.5K engagements "The Brains of Altruistic and Psychopathic People (W/ Abigail Marsh) How to Be a Better Human TED Why is American culture so fascinated with psychopathic people and true crime stories Why dont billionaires give more What makes some people so generous that theyd undergo surgery to donate an organ to a complete stranger These are the kinds of questions that Abigail Marsh a professor of psychology and neuroscience at Georgetown University studies. Chris and Abigail discuss the brain differences between extreme altruists and psychopathic individuals why psychopathic traits do not necessarily" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MuSvgDpv4Io) 2025-12-03T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 57.8K engagements "The gift and power of emotional courage Susan David Psychologist Susan David shares how the way we deal with our emotions shapes everything that matters: our actions careers relationships health and happiness. In this deeply moving humorous and potentially life-changing talk she challenges a culture that prizes positivity over emotional truth and discusses the powerful strategies of emotional agility. A talk to share. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=NDQ1Mi5I4rg) 2018-02-20T15:33Z 27.2M followers, 1.8M engagements "The danger of silence Clint Smith TED "We spend so much time listening to the things people are saying that we rarely pay attention to the things they don't" says slam poet and teacher Clint Smith. A short powerful piece from the heart about finding the courage to speak up against ignorance and injustice. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science business global issues the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=NiKtZgImdlY) 2014-08-15T16:06Z 27.2M followers, 2.6M engagements "Why Does Uncertainty Bother Us So Much Adam Kucharski TED Why do we find it easier to trust some concepts and ideas over others Mathematician and TED Fellow Adam Kucharski explores the science of uncertainty revealing how the very human need for explanation shapes trust in science fear of technology and belief in conspiracy theories. (Recorded at TEDxLondon on January [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to a TED newsletter. https://ted.com/newsletters Follow TED X:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=O29X1Ls8KoA) 2025-08-11T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 64.1K engagements "Be humble -- and other lessons from the philosophy of water Raymond Tang How do we find fulfillment in a world that's constantly changing Raymond Tang struggled with this question until he came across the ancient Chinese philosophy of the Tao Te Ching. In it he found a passage comparing goodness to water an idea he's now applying to his everyday life. In this charming talk he shares three lessons he's learned so far from the "philosophy of water." "What would water do" Tang asks. "This simple and powerful question . has changed my life for the better." Check out more TED Talks:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OIlSXRC-B-I) 2018-03-20T12:36Z 27.2M followers, 607.2K engagements "How to spark your curiosity scientifically Nadya Mason Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. Curious how stuff works Do a hands-on experiment at home says physicist Nadya Mason. She shows how you can demystify the world around you by tapping into your scientific curiosity -- and performs a few onstage experiments of her own using magnets dollar bills dry ice and more. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OMDVTZ-ycaY) 2020-05-07T16:16Z 27.2M followers, 149.1K engagements "The brain in love Helen Fisher http://www.ted.com Why do we crave love so much even to the point that we would die for it To learn more about our very real very physical need for romantic love Helen Fisher and her research team took MRIs of people in love -- and people who had just been dumped. TED TEDtalks talks Helen Fisher love brain cognitive TED TEDtalks talks Helen Fisher love brain cognitive" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OYfoGTIG7pY) 2008-07-15T19:46Z 27.2M followers, 1.9M engagements "How I became an entrepreneur at [--] Paul Tasner It's never too late to reinvent yourself. Take it from Paul Tasner -- after working continuously for other people for [--] years he founded his own start-up at age [--] pairing his idea for a business with his experience and passion. And he's not alone. As he shares in this short funny and inspirational talk seniors are increasingly indulging their entrepreneurial instincts -- and seeing great success. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ogce5D2XMZ0) 2017-11-02T15:23Z 27.2M followers, 312.1K engagements "The danger of AI is weirder than you think Janelle Shane Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized Talk recommendations and more. The danger of artificial intelligence isn't that it's going to rebel against us but that it's going to do exactly what we ask it to do says AI researcher Janelle Shane. Sharing the weird sometimes alarming antics of AI algorithms as they try to solve human problems -- like creating new ice cream flavors or recognizing cars on the road -- Shane shows why AI doesn't yet measure up to real brains. The TED Talks" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OhCzX0iLnOc) 2019-11-13T23:02Z 27.2M followers, 2.9M engagements ""East Virginia" / "John Brown's Dream" Nora Brown In a mesmerizing set musician Nora Brown breathes new life into two old-time banjo tunes: "East Virginia" and "John Brown's Dream." An evocative performance paired with a quick history of the banjo's evolution. Get TED Talks recommended just for you Learn more at https://www.ted.com/signup. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ox4YJsGm8mY) 2019-04-05T15:02Z 27.2M followers, 76.5K engagements "Our campaign to ban plastic bags in Bali Melati and Isabel Wijsen Plastic bags are essentially indestructible yet they're used and thrown away with reckless abandon. Most end up in the ocean where they pollute the water and harm marine life; the rest are burned in garbage piles where they release harmful dioxins into the atmosphere. Melati and Isabel Wijsen are on a mission to stop plastic bags from suffocating their beautiful island home of Bali. Their efforts including petitions beach cleanups even a hunger strike paid off when they convinced their governor to commit to a plastic bag-free" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=P8GCjrDWWUM) 2016-02-19T17:37Z 27.2M followers, 424.3K engagements "The Single Most Important Parenting Strategy Becky Kennedy TED Everyone loses their temper from time to time but the stakes are dizzyingly high when the focus of your fury is your own child. Clinical psychologist and renowned parenting whisperer Becky Kennedy is here to help. Not only does she have practical advice to help parents manage the guilt and shame of their not-so-great moments but she also models the types of conversations you can have to be a better parent. (Hint: this works in all other relationships too.) Bottom line It's never too late to reconnect. If you love watching TED" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PHpPtdk9rco) 2023-09-14T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 3.4M engagements "The little risks you can take to increase your luck Tina Seelig Luck is rarely a lightning strike isolated and dramatic -- it's much more like the wind blowing constantly. Catching more of it is easy but not obvious. In this insightful talk Stanford engineering school professor Tina Seelig shares three unexpected ways to increase your luck -- and your ability to see and seize opportunities. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PX61e3sAj5k) 2018-08-28T21:19Z 27.2M followers, 411.4K engagements "Everything you think you know about addiction is wrong Johann Hari TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. What really causes addiction to everything from cocaine to smart-phones And how can we overcome it Johann Hari has seen our current methods fail firsthand as he has watched loved ones struggle to manage their addictions. He started to wonder why we treat addicts the way we do and if there might be a better way. As he shares in this deeply personal talk his questions took him around the world and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PY9DcIMGxMs) 2015-07-09T16:02Z 27.2M followers, 13.3M engagements "This is what makes employees happy at work The Way We Work a TED series There are three billion working people on this planet and only [--] percent of them report being happy at work. Michael C. Bush shares his insights into what makes workers unhappy -- and how companies can benefit their bottom lines by fostering satisfaction. The Way We Work is a TED original video series where leaders and thinkers offer practical wisdom and insight into how we can adapt and thrive amid changing workplace conventions. Visit https://go.ted.com/thewaywework for more TEDTalks The Way We Work Michael C. Bush" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PYJ22-YYNW8) 2019-02-09T14:29Z 27.2M followers, 1.2M engagements "My Escape from North Korea Hyeonseo Lee TED As a child growing up in North Korea Hyeonseo Lee thought her country was "the best on the planet." It wasn't until the famine of the 90s that she began to wonder. She escaped the country at [--] to begin a life in hiding as a refugee in China. Hers is a harrowing personal tale of survival and hope -- and a powerful reminder of those who face constant danger even when the border is far behind. Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. The TED Talks channel features" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PdxPCeWw75k) 2013-03-20T16:12Z 27.2M followers, 23.3M engagements "Why Good People Become Bad Bosses Jamie Woolf and Christopher Bell TED Youve probably had a bad boss but you might not realize how easy it is to become one. Leadership experts Jamie Woolf and Christopher Bell unpack power blindness how authority can warp your perspective and share smart practical ways to break the cycle of toxic bosses for good.(Recorded at TEDxSonomaCounty on March [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to a TED newsletter: https://ted.com/newsletters" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Qej_ZzMV5_0) 2025-10-31T15:01Z 27.2M followers, 49.6K engagements "On being wrong Kathryn Schulz http://www.ted.com Most of us will do anything to avoid being wrong. But what if we're wrong about that "Wrongologist" Kathryn Schulz makes a compelling case for not just admitting but embracing our fallibility. Kathryn Schultz TEDTalks TED talks Kathryn Schultz TEDTalks TED talks" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=QleRgTBMX88) 2011-04-26T17:22Z 27.2M followers, 752.2K engagements "How Every Child Can Thrive by Five @TED #shorts #MollyWright Molly Wright a student from Queensland Australia is a passionate advocate for early childhood development. At just seven years old she's one of the youngest people ever to give a TED Talk. Watch her full TED Talk: https://youtu.be/aISXCw0Pi94 TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks TED TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks TED" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=QoQUfVEp-d0) 2023-12-26T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 605.3K engagements "How Language Shapes the Way We Think Lera Boroditsky TED There are about [----] languages spoken around the world -- and they all have different sounds vocabularies and structures. But do they shape the way we think Cognitive scientist Lera Boroditsky shares examples of language -- from an Aboriginal community in Australia that uses cardinal directions instead of left and right to the multiple words for blue in Russian -- that suggest the answer is a resounding yes. "The beauty of linguistic diversity is that it reveals to us just how ingenious and how flexible the human mind is" Boroditsky" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RKK7wGAYP6k) 2018-05-02T14:45Z 27.2M followers, 15.7M engagements "How to Unlock Your Flirting Superpowers Francesca Hogi TED What's the right way to flirt According to love coach Francesca Hogi it doesn't have to be shallow or creepy it can be a genuine chance for human connection. In this smart playful talk she gives a much-needed rethink on flirting that will help you feel confident spark chemistry and maybe even find love. (Recorded at TEDNext [----] on November [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to a TED newsletter:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RXwQ7_hlL3g) 2025-11-29T20:00Z 27.2M followers, 738.1K engagements "A healthy economy should be designed to thrive not grow Kate Raworth What would a sustainable universally beneficial economy look like "Like a doughnut" says Oxford economist Kate Raworth. In a stellar eye-opening talk she explains how we can move countries out of the hole -- where people are falling short on life's essentials -- and create regenerative distributive economies that work within the planet's ecological limits. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Rhcrbcg8HBw) 2018-06-04T23:02Z 27.2M followers, 858.7K engagements "Why You Feel Anxious Socializing (and What to Do about It) Fallon Goodman TED In crowds at parties meetings get-togethers with friends everyday interactions: social anxiety can show up as an unwelcome guest at any time. But why Psychologist Fallon Goodman digs into the source of social anxiety setting the record straight about this common condition with practical solutions to help you feel the most authentically "you" while out and about. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: http://ted.com/membership Follow TED Twitter:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RqAOrr_FPxo) 2022-12-08T12:00Z 27.2M followers, 346.1K engagements "How to Quit Your Job Without Ruining Your Career The Way We Work a TED series Stuck in an unfulfilling or stagnant job To achieve a smooth departure without burning bridges try this three-step exit strategy from career coach Gala Jackson. She'll help you move on to your next position with courage confidence and clarity. Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Rw7TWQ-Rt2Q) 2023-03-01T15:46Z 27.2M followers, 164.1K engagements "Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: We Should All Be Feminists TED We teach girls that they can have ambition but not too much . to be successful but not too successful or they'll threaten men says author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. In this classic talk that started a worldwide conversation about feminism Adichie asks that we begin to dream about and plan for a different fairer world -- of happier men and women who are truer to themselves. Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. The TED Talks channel features the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=S6ufvYWTqQ0) 2017-05-15T19:35Z 27.2M followers, 273K engagements "Lee Mokobe: A powerful poem about what it feels like to be transgender "I was the mystery of an anatomy a question asked but not answered" says poet Lee Mokobe a TED Fellow in this gripping and poetic exploration of identity and transition. It's a thoughtful reflection on bodies and the meanings poured into them. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science business global issues" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=S8DwxjDrNNM) 2015-06-12T18:37Z 27.2M followers, 288.5K engagements "The Exciting Perilous Journey Toward AGI Ilya Sutskever TED Just weeks before the management shakeup at OpenAI rocked Silicon Valley and made international news the company's cofounder and chief scientist Ilya Sutskever explored the transformative potential of artificial general intelligence (AGI) highlighting how it could surpass human intelligence and profoundly transform every aspect of life. Hear his take on the promises and perils of AGI and his optimistic case for how unprecedented collaboration will ensure its safe and beneficial development. (Recorded October [--] 2023) If you love" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SEkGLj0bwAU) 2023-11-20T22:32Z 27.2M followers, 887.8K engagements "Every kid needs a champion Rita Pierson TED Rita Pierson a teacher for [--] years once heard a colleague say "They don't pay me to like the kids." Her response: "Kids don't learn from people they don't like.'" A rousing call to educators to believe in their students and actually connect with them on a real human personal level. Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SFnMTHhKdkw) 2013-05-03T15:13Z 27.2M followers, 7.5M engagements "What hallucination reveals about our minds Oliver Sacks Neurologist and author Oliver Sacks brings our attention to Charles Bonnett syndrome -- when visually impaired people experience lucid hallucinations. He describes the experiences of his patients in heartwarming detail and walks us through the biology of this under-reported phenomenon. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SgOTaXhbqPQ) 2009-09-18T16:26Z 27.2M followers, 6.1M engagements "5x TED Speaker Gives You Communication Advice Julian Treasure How to Be a Better Human TED Whats more important in communication the content or the delivery Julian Treasure is a five-time TED speaker and the author of Sound Affects: How Sound Shapes Our Lives Our Wellbeing and Our Planet and he argues conscious listening is an invaluable tool for elevating conversations. Julian joins Chris to give advice on how to speak better the listening method that could save your marriage and how to be comfortable in silence. Follow Host: Chris Duffy (Instagram: @chrisiduffy chrisduffycomedy.com) Guest:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SuaxadRqJpM) 2025-10-15T20:00Z 27.2M followers, 60.7K engagements "Sebastian Junger: Why veterans miss war Civilians don't miss war. But soldiers often do. Journalist Sebastian Junger shares his experience embedded with American soldiers at Restrepo an outpost in Afghanistan's Korengal Valley that saw heavy combat. Giving a look at the "altered state of mind" that comes with war he shows how combat gives soldiers an intense experience of connection. In the end could it actually be "the opposite of war" that soldiers miss TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=TGZMSmcuiXM) 2014-05-23T16:18Z 27.2M followers, 3M engagements "Tim Brown urges designers to think big http://www.ted.com Tim Brown says the design profession is preoccupied with creating nifty fashionable objects -- even as pressing questions like clean water access show it has a bigger role to play. He calls for a shift to local collaborative participatory "design thinking." TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on design Jill Bolte Taylor" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UAinLaT42xY) 2009-09-30T18:18Z 27.2M followers, 741.7K engagements "A pro wrestler's guide to confidence Mike Kinney You are more than you think you are says former pro wrestler Mike Kinney -- you just have to find what makes you unique and use it to your advantage. For years Kinney "turned up" the parts of himself that made him special as he invented and perfected his wrestling persona Cowboy Gator Magraw. In a talk equal parts funny and smart he brings his wisdom from the ring to everyday life sharing how we can all live more confidently and reach our full potential. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Uq1idqpX9-A) 2017-11-13T19:06Z 27.2M followers, 183K engagements "Why we laugh Sophie Scott Did you know that you're [--] times more likely to laugh if you're with somebody else than if you're alone Cognitive neuroscientist Sophie Scott shares this and other surprising facts about laughter in this fast-paced action-packed and yes hilarious dash through the science of the topic. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science business global issues" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UxLRv0FEndM) 2015-04-30T15:35Z 27.2M followers, 1.1M engagements "My stroke of insight Jill Bolte Taylor TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. Jill Bolte Taylor got a research opportunity few brain scientists would wish for: She had a massive stroke and watched as her brain functions -- motion speech self-awareness -- shut down one by one. An astonishing story. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UyyjU8fzEYU) 2008-03-13T19:02Z 27.2M followers, 8.8M engagements "How to start a movement Derek Sivers http://www.ted.com With help from some surprising footage Derek Sivers explains how movements really get started. (Hint: it takes two.) TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on design Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own stroke Nicholas Negroponte on One Laptop per Child Jane Goodall on chimpanzees Bill Gates on malaria and mosquitoes" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=V74AxCqOTvg) 2010-04-01T18:55Z 27.2M followers, 2.1M engagements "Give yourself permission to be creative Ethan Hawke TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. Reflecting on moments that shaped his life actor Ethan Hawke examines how courageous expression promotes healing and connection with one another -- and invites you to discover your own unabashed creativity. "There is no path till you walk it" he says. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WRS9Gek4V5Q) 2020-08-11T14:29Z 27.2M followers, 3.5M engagements "How to Succeed in Your New Job The Way We Work a TED series Starting a new job can be really scary but it doesn't have to be. Here's what career navigation expert Gorick Ng says are the keys to making a great first impression plus what you can do to ensure your new workplace is a great fit long term. The Way We Work is a TED original video series where leaders and thinkers offer practical wisdom and insight into how we can adapt and thrive amid changing workplace conventions. Visit https://go.ted.com/thewaywework for more If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WgR6mUSsEig) 2023-09-12T15:04Z 27.2M followers, 338.3K engagements "Everything Is Improvisation Including This TED Talk Reggie Watts TED In this ode to improvisation musician and comedian Reggie Watts beatboxes raps loops his own rhythms and reflects upon the everyday power of turning the mundane into magic. After all he says we're all just making it up as we go along. (Recorded at TED2024 on April [--] 2024) If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED X: https://twitter.com/TEDTalks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted Facebook: https://facebook.com/TED" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WicBE2Uwz0A) 2024-10-07T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 156.8K engagements "12 truths I learned from life and writing Anne Lamott A few days before she turned [--] writer Anne Lamott decided to write down everything she knew for sure. She dives into the nuances of being a human who lives in a confusing beautiful emotional world offering her characteristic life-affirming wisdom and humor on family writing the meaning of God death and more. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=X41iulkRqZU) 2017-07-13T14:56Z 27.2M followers, 759.9K engagements "6 ways mushrooms can save the world Paul Stamets TED http://www.ted.com Mycologist Paul Stamets studies the mycelium -- and lists [--] ways that this astonishing fungus can help save the world. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. TED stands for Technology Entertainment Design and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science business development and the arts. Closed captions and translated subtitles in a variety of languages are now available on" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XI5frPV58tY) 2008-05-08T20:30Z 27.2M followers, 5.3M engagements "The psychology of your future self Dan Gilbert "Human beings are works in progress that mistakenly think they're finished." Dan Gilbert shares recent research on a phenomenon he calls the "end of history illusion" where we somehow imagine that the person we are right now is the person we'll be for the rest of time. Hint: that's not the case. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XNbaR54Gpj4) 2014-06-03T15:23Z 27.2M followers, 898.1K engagements "The riddle of experience vs. memory Daniel Kahneman http://www.ted.com Using examples from vacations to colonoscopies Nobel laureate and founder of behavioral economics Daniel Kahneman reveals how our "experiencing selves" and our "remembering selves" perceive happiness differently. This new insight has profound implications for economics public policy -- and our own self-awareness. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XgRlrBl-7Yg) 2010-03-01T16:27Z 27.2M followers, 1.5M engagements "How Video Games Can Power Up Your Parenting Hannah Boquet TED Parenting an eye-rolling teenager glued to a gaming system is not a simple feat but what if you could turn screen time into an opportunity for connection Hannah Boquet shares how she decided to play video games with her kids and discovered the power of esports to foster trust communication and essential life skills. Dive deeper into how you can strengthen family bonds support your childs development and maybe even be considered cool by your kid. (Recorded at TEDxSioux Falls on April [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YQRt9TfpetM) 2025-11-22T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 146.1K engagements "Parkour can help you rediscover your sense of play and adventure #TEDTalks Parkour isn't just for extreme athletes it's a life skill that can help anyone navigate the world more easily says professional parkour athlete Taylor Lynn Carpenter. She pulls off some slick vaults jumps dives and rolls onstage showing how the basic movements of parkour can help you maintain mobility overcome obstacles and rediscover your sense of adventure. TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks TED TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks TED" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YrZqeJLJzpM) 2026-01-03T20:00Z 27.2M followers, 63.9K engagements "The thrilling potential of SixthSense technology Pranav Mistry http://www.ted.com At TEDIndia Pranav Mistry demos several tools that help the physical world interact with the world of data -- including a deep look at his SixthSense device and a new paradigm-shifting paper "laptop." In an onstage Q&A Mistry says he'll open-source the software behind SixthSense to open its possibilities to all. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YrtANPtnhyg) 2009-11-18T15:40Z 27.2M followers, 5.5M engagements "Are you a giver or a taker Adam Grant In every workplace there are three basic kinds of people: givers takers and matchers. Organizational psychologist Adam Grant breaks down these personalities and offers simple strategies to promote a culture of generosity and keep self-serving employees from taking more than their share. Adam hosts the TED Audio Collective podcast WorkLife with Adam Grant--a show that takes you inside the minds of some of the world's most unusual professionals to discover the keys to a better work life. Listen to WorkLife with Adam Grant wherever you get your podcasts." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YyXRYgjQXX0) 2017-01-24T16:32Z 27.2M followers, 4.1M engagements "The Secret to Telling a Great Story in Less Than [--] Seconds Jenny Hoyos TED For social media creator and viral video hitmaker @JennyHoyos the key to telling a great story is to keep it brief. She breaks down her framework for telling stories in [--] seconds or less that can gain millions of views online or simply elevate your everyday conversations. (Created in collaboration with @ignite; recorded at TEDNext [----] on October [--] 2024) If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED X:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZmNpeXTj2c4) 2025-01-30T17:00Z 27.2M followers, 611.4K engagements "How to know if its time to change careers The Way We Work a TED series Quitting your job can be scary but sometimes it's the best thing you can do for your career says entrepreneur Chieh Huang. He shares how to know when its time to move on -- and what can you do to prepare. The Way We Work is a TED original video series where leaders and thinkers offer practical wisdom and insight into how we can adapt and thrive amid changing workplace conventions. Visit https://go.ted.com/thewaywework for more TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks The Way We Work work TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks The" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_8vLkIj_Lsk) 2020-02-10T16:30Z 27.2M followers, 468.8K engagements "This Is What Happens When You Reply to Spam Email James Veitch TED Suspicious emails: unclaimed insurance bonds diamond-encrusted safe deposit boxes close friends marooned in a foreign country. They pop up in our inboxes and standard procedure is to delete on sight. But what happens when you reply Follow along as writer and comedian James Veitch narrates a hilarious months-long exchange with a spammer who offered to cut him in on a hot deal. Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_QdPW8JrYzQ) 2016-02-01T17:01Z 27.2M followers, 58.5M engagements "The power of believing that you can improve Carol Dweck TED Carol Dweck researches growth mindset the idea that we can grow our brain's capacity to learn and to solve problems. In this talk she describes two ways to think about a problem thats slightly too hard for you to solve. Are you not smart enough to solve it or have you just not solved it yet A great introduction to this influential field. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_X0mgOOSpLU) 2014-12-17T16:28Z 27.2M followers, 7M engagements "How Every Child Can Thrive by Five Molly Wright TED "What if I was to tell you that a game of peek-a-boo could change the world" asks seven-year-old Molly Wright one of the youngest-ever TED speakers. Breaking down the research-backed ways parents and caregivers can support children's healthy brain development Wright highlights the benefits of play on lifelong learning behavior and well-being sharing effective strategies to help all kids thrive by the age of five. She's joined onstage by one-year-old Ari and his dad Amarjot who help illustrate her big ideas about brain science. (This TED Talk" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=aISXCw0Pi94) 2021-08-09T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 10.3M engagements "3 ways to build a happy marriage and avoid divorce George Blair-West Choosing to marry and share your life with someone is one of the most important decisions you can make in life. But with divorce rates approaching fifty percent in some parts of the world it's clear we could use some help picking a partner. In an actionable eye-opening talk psychiatrist George Blair-West shares three keys to preventing divorce -- and spotting potential problems while you're still dating. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=aRcD31sA2a0) 2019-02-04T16:26Z 27.2M followers, 729.5K engagements "The Art of Stillness Pico Iyer TED The place that travel writer Pico Iyer would most like to go Nowhere. In a counterintuitive and lyrical meditation Iyer takes a look at the incredible insight that comes with taking time for stillness. In our world of constant movement and distraction he teases out strategies we all can use to take back a few minutes out of every day or a few days out of every season. Its the talk for anyone who feels overwhelmed by the demands for our world. Learn how to make your travels truly transformative in Pico Iyers upcoming TED Course How to take a life-changing" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=aUBawr1hUwo) 2014-11-26T16:37Z 27.2M followers, 493.9K engagements "Forget the Corporate Ladder Winners Take Risks Molly Graham TED Success in your career looks different for everyone but no matter your industry you'll need to take risks. Company and community builder Molly Graham shares three key skills to learn before jumping off the metaphorical cliff outlining a path off the corporate ladder and into true professional and personal growth. (Recorded at TEDNext [----] on October [--] 2024) If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED X:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=amtBUvkweEA) 2024-12-12T12:00Z 27.2M followers, 633.4K engagements "The single biggest reason why start-ups succeed Bill Gross TED Bill Gross has founded a lot of start-ups and incubated many others and he got curious about why some succeeded and others failed. So he gathered data from hundreds of companies his own and other people's and ranked each company on five key factors. He found one factor that stands out from the others and surprised even him. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bNpx7gpSqbY) 2015-06-01T21:02Z 27.2M followers, 7M engagements "How to find work you love Scott Dinsmore Scott Dinsmore quit a job that made him miserable and spent the next four years wondering how to find work that was joyful and meaningful. He shares what he learned in this deceptively simple talk about finding out what matters to you and then getting started doing it. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science business global issues the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bvAEJ8G9l9U) 2015-10-09T15:47Z 27.2M followers, 1.1M engagements "The Secret Ingredients of Great Hospitality Will Guidara TED 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 experience for some out-of-town customers craving authentic New York City street food. The move earned such a positive reaction that Guidara began pursuing this kind of "unreasonable hospitality" full-time seeking out ways to create extraordinary experiences and give people more than they could ever possibly expect. In this funny and heartwarming talk he shares three steps to crafting truly" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bwcyXcOpWVs) 2022-10-31T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 719.7K engagements "How to deal with your insomnia and finally get to sleep Sleeping with Science Having trouble falling asleep or staying asleep Alcohol sleeping pills or drugs like marijuana help you in the short-term but theyre only a quick fix says sleep scientist Matt Walker. There is however one proven way to treat your insomnia and help you get the zzzs you need. Sleep -- we spend one-third of our lives doing it but what exactly do we get out of it And how can we do it better In this TED series sleep scientist Matt Walker uncovers the facts and secrets behind our nightly slumber. Check out more episodes" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cHKs2aVxOmQ) 2021-12-15T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 506.2K engagements "The harm reduction model of drug addiction treatment Mark Tyndall Why do we still think that drug use is a law-enforcement issue Making drugs illegal does nothing to stop people from using them says public health expert Mark Tyndall. So what might work Tyndall shares community-based research that shows how harm-reduction strategies like safe-injection sites are working to address the drug overdose crisis. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cfzkBGgxXGE) 2018-05-09T15:12Z 27.2M followers, 182.1K engagements "Alison Gopnik: What do babies think http://www.ted.com "Babies and young children are like the R&D division of the human species" says psychologist Alison Gopnik. Her research explores the sophisticated intelligence-gathering and decision-making that babies are really doing when they play. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on design Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cplaWsiu7Yg) 2011-10-10T18:44Z 27.2M followers, 432.2K engagements "How to Claim Your Leadership Power Michael Timms TED When faced with challenges do you often seek someone else to blame Leadership expert Michael Timms shows why this instinct is counterproductive highlighting three effective habits of self-accountability that will empower you and others to make positive change whether at home or at work. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED X: https://twitter.com/TEDTalks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted Facebook: https://facebook.com/TED" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dIYmzf21d1g) 2024-07-23T14:54Z 27.2M followers, 1.6M engagements "Renny Gleeson: [---] the story of a page not found http://www.ted.com Oops Nobody wants to see the 404: Page Not Found. But as Renny Gleeson shows us while he runs through a slideshow of creative and funny [---] pages every error is really a chance to build a better relationship. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on design Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own stroke Nicholas" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eHrcRqu_Es4) 2012-05-11T15:27Z 27.2M followers, 235.4K engagements "AI Is Dangerous but Not for the Reasons You Think Sasha Luccioni TED AI won't kill us all but that doesn't make it trustworthy. Instead of getting distracted by future existential risks AI ethics researcher Sasha Luccioni thinks we need to focus on the technology's current negative impacts like emitting carbon infringing copyrights and spreading biased information. She offers practical solutions to regulate our AI-filled future so it's inclusive and transparent. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eXdVDhOGqoE) 2023-11-06T12:00Z 27.2M followers, 1.9M engagements "What is melatonin -- and should you take it to fall asleep Sleeping with Science Melatonin is the hormone that tells our brains and bodies its time to sleep. But if you think melatonin supplements will significantly improve your ability to fall asleep and stay asleep you may have been misled. Sleep scientist Matt Walker shares how this hormone of darkness really works. Sleep -- we spend one-third of our lives doing it but what exactly do we get out of it And how can we do it better In this TED series sleep scientist Matt Walker uncovers the facts and secrets behind our nightly slumber. Check" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=f-yWJoJltoo) 2021-12-01T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 565.3K engagements "Do You Really Need [--] Hours of Sleep Every Night Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter TED When you can't sleep you're desperate for help. And there's a booming industry waiting to tell you all the ways a lack of sleep can ruin your health -- and to sell you fancy gadgets to help you finally doze off. Shedding light on this flawed doomsday messaging Dr. Jen Gunter explains why you shouldn't lose sleep over sleep -- and what to do instead. (For more on how your body works tune in to her podcast Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter from the TED Audio Collective.) Think you know how your body works Think" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fQUeDdaVoWo) 2022-11-02T14:37Z 27.2M followers, 4.5M engagements "How to Solve the Education Crisis for Boys and Men Richard Reeves TED While studying inequality and social mobility Richard Reeves made a surprising discovery: in some countries like the US and UK boys are drastically lagging behind girls across many academic measures. He explains why these struggles in school are indicative of the larger crises facing boys and men -- and outlines how society could thoughtfully tackle these challenges to work towards a more inclusive equitable future. (Followed by a Q&A with head of TED Chris Anderson) If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fXsOlAYvgh0) 2023-06-21T12:03Z 27.2M followers, 156.7K engagements "The illusion of consciousness Dan Dennett http://www.ted.com Philosopher Dan Dennett makes a compelling argument that not only don't we understand our own consciousness but that half the time our brains are actively fooling us. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers are invited to give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. TED stands for Technology Entertainment and Design and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science business politics and the arts. Watch the Top [--] TEDTalks on TED.com at" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fjbWr3ODbAo) 2007-05-03T21:54Z 27.2M followers, 1.8M engagements "What it was like to grow up under China's one-child policy Nanfu Wang China's one-child policy ended in [----] but we're just beginning to understand what it was like to live under the program says TED Fellow and documentary filmmaker Nanfu Wang. With footage from her film "One Child Nation" she shares untold stories that reveal the policy's complex consequences and expose the creeping power of propaganda. Get TED Talks recommended just for you Learn more at https://www.ted.com/signup. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=flb_S5JJC4k) 2019-09-10T15:44Z 27.2M followers, 1.1M engagements "5 Parenting Tips for Raising Resilient Self-Reliant Kids Tameka Montgomery TED How do you raise kids to step outside of their comfort zones and unlock their inner potential It all starts with helping them develop a resilient mindset. Mother and business owner Tameka Montgomery makes the case for cultivating an entrepreneurial outlook at an early age -- and offers five strategies for emboldening young minds to embrace opportunities and solve their own problems no matter the path they choose. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=g-VIRvqsA9w) 2022-10-06T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 272K engagements "Why schools need to embrace kids' creativity Sir Ken Robinson Watch the full talk: http://tedtalks.social/creativity A clip from Sir Ken Robinson's TED Talk "Do schools kill creativity" from TED2006 Sir Ken Robinson makes an entertaining and profoundly moving case for creating an education system that nurtures (rather than undermines) creativity. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=g4IAa8wZlqU) 2021-06-21T15:13Z 27.2M followers, 145.1K engagements "The jobs we'll lose to machines -- and the ones we won't Anthony Goldbloom Machine learning isn't just for simple tasks like assessing credit risk and sorting mail anymore -- today it's capable of far more complex applications like grading essays and diagnosing diseases. With these advances comes an uneasy question: Will a robot do your job in the future TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gWmRkYsLzB4) 2016-08-31T15:56Z 27.2M followers, 646K engagements "My year of saying yes to everything Shonda Rhimes Shonda Rhimes the titan behind Grey's Anatomy Scandal and How to Get Away With Murder is responsible for some [--] hours of television per season and she loves to work. "When I am hard at work when I am deep in it there is no other feeling" she says. She has a name for this feeling: The hum. The hum is a drug the hum is music the hum is God's whisper in her ear. But what happens when it stops Is she anything besides the hum In this moving talk join Rhimes on a journey through her "year of yes" and find out how she got her hum back. TEDTalks is a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gmj-azFbpkA) 2016-03-09T17:07Z 27.2M followers, 1.8M engagements "If I controlled the Internet Rives http://www.ted.com How many poets could cram eBay Friendster and Monster.com into 3-minute poem worthy of a standing ovation Enjoy Rives' unique talent. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers are invited to give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes -- including speakers such as Jill Bolte Taylor Sir Ken Robinson Hans Rosling Al Gore and Arthur Benjamin. TED stands for Technology Entertainment and Design and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gu_PQBmk-6c) 2006-12-25T17:58Z 27.2M followers, 398.8K engagements "The most mysterious star in the universe Tabetha Boyajian Something massive with roughly [----] times the area of Earth is blocking the light coming from a distant star known as KIC [-------] and nobody is quite sure what it is. As astronomer Tabetha Boyajian investigated this perplexing celestial object a colleague suggested something unusual: Could it be an alien-built megastructure Such an extraordinary idea would require extraordinary evidence. In this talk Boyajian gives us a look at how scientists search for and test hypotheses when faced with the unknown. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gypAjPp6eps) 2016-04-29T16:32Z 27.2M followers, 6.7M engagements "The Art of Reading Minds Oz Pearlman TED Have you ever wanted to read someone's mind Mentalist Oz Pearlman is billed as one of the world's greatest mind readers . and yet he says he doesn't have any special powers. In this spectacular talk meets psychic-inspired magic show he demonstrates his skills on a live audience in the TED theater. (Recorded at TED2025 on April [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to a TED newsletter: https://ted.com/newsletters Follow TED X:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=h3M00JI8Iwo) 2025-11-02T16:01Z 27.2M followers, 2.1M engagements "Can Big Tech and Privacy Coexist Carole Cadwalladr and Chris Anderson TED "If you can't respect the basic fundamental underlying principles with which we order society which is 'Do not steal' then what are you left with" asks investigative journalist Carole Cadwalladr. Following her TED2025 talk Cadwalladr is in conversation with Chris Anderson head of TED to warn about surveillance fascism. What happens when big Silicon Valley companies take over communication platforms and weaponize intellectual property against you She suggests that when you feel powerless it's often actually because you" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hqpKUkYqreM) 2025-04-23T16:02Z 27.2M followers, 60.2K engagements "Inside a Dark Web Kill List Carl Miller TED Who pays for an assassin on the internet Dark web researcher Carl Miller spent years tracking down the answer to this question. In this chilling talk he shares how he uncovered real kill orders placed online by seemingly ordinary individuals and gives an unsettling look at what drives people to the brink. (Note: This talk contains descriptions of violence.) (Recorded at TEDxManchester on March [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=htNMTxj_qE8) 2025-09-25T15:01Z 27.2M followers, 913.2K engagements "The genius of the London Tube Map Small Thing Big Idea a TED series Design legend Michael Bierut tells the story of the accidental success of one of the most famous maps in the world -- the London Tube Map. Small Thing Big Idea a TED original series celebrates the lasting genius of everyday objects so perfectly designed that they changed the world around them. Check out more here: https://go.ted.com/STBI Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/TED TEDTalk TEDTalks Michael Bierut design transportation history map London Tube London Tube Map TEDTalk TEDTalks Michael Bierut design" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iBErp8qvWZg) 2018-11-03T16:36Z 27.2M followers, 420.2K engagements "Got a Meeting Take a Walk Nilofer Merchant TED Nilofer Merchant suggests a small idea that just might have a big impact on your life and health: Next time you have a one-on-one meeting make it into a "walking meeting" -- and let ideas flow while you walk and talk. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science business global issues the arts and much more. Find closed captions and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iE9HMudybyc) 2013-04-29T15:19Z 27.2M followers, 698.6K engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
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"How a handful of tech companies control billions of minds every day Tristan Harris A handful of people working at a handful of tech companies steer the thoughts of billions of people every day says design thinker Tristan Harris. From Facebook notifications to Snapstreaks to YouTube autoplays they're all competing for one thing: your attention. Harris shares how these companies prey on our psychology for their own profit and calls for a design renaissance in which our tech instead encourages us to live out the timeline we want. Tristan Harris co-hosts "Your Undivided Attention" a podcast from"
YouTube Link 2017-07-28T16:01Z 27.2M followers, 1M engagements
"How AI Could Generate New Life-Forms Eric Nguyen TED If DNA is just a string of letters could AI learn to read it or even write it Bioengineering researcher Eric Nguyen reveals how AI has upended the rules of biology potentially creating a future where disease is cured with personalized medicine extinct species are resurrected (Jurassic Park anyone) and microbes designed for Mars make interplanetary life possible. Learn more about how the world's first AI-designed CRISPR model successfully edited genes and what it means for our understanding of life itself. (Recorded at TED2025 on April 9"
YouTube Link 2025-09-12T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 101K engagements
"An Activist Investor on Challenging the Status Quo Bill Ackman TED Bill Ackman has made billions of dollars and a name for himself as an activist investor buying up stock to push for change at companies. In this wide-ranging conversation with author and business ethics professor Alison Taylor Ackman discusses how he's bringing his activism into the social and political spheres and shares his thoughts on free speech his notoriously long posts on X the conversation around Harvard and DEI and more. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of"
YouTube Link 2024-05-14T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 131.2K engagements
"How to Introduce Yourself and Get Hired Rebecca Okamoto TED First impressions matter so how do you make yours count Communication consultant Rebecca Okamoto outlines five simple ways to introduce yourself in [--] words or fewer setting up any interview or conversation for those three crucial words: "Tell me more." (Recorded at TEDxNorthwesternU on April [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to a TED newsletter: https://ted.com/newsletters Follow TED X:"
YouTube Link 2026-02-08T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 87.7K engagements
"Americas Forgotten Working Class J.D. Vance TED J.D. Vance grew up in a small poor city in the Rust Belt of southern Ohio where he had a front-row seat to many of the social ills plaguing America: a heroin epidemic failing schools families torn apart by divorce and sometimes violence. In a searching talk that will echo throughout the country's working-class towns the author details what the loss of the American Dream feels like and raises an important question that everyone from community leaders to policy makers needs to ask: How can we help kids from America's forgotten places break free"
YouTube Link 2016-10-17T15:16Z 27.2M followers, 1.7M engagements
"Verna Myers: How to overcome our biases Walk boldly toward them Our biases can be dangerous even deadly as we've seen in the cases of Michael Brown in Ferguson Missouri and Eric Garner in Staten Island New York. Diversity advocate Verna Myers looks closely at some of the subconscious attitudes we hold toward out-groups. She makes a plea to all people: Acknowledge your biases. Then move toward not away from the groups that make you uncomfortable. In a funny impassioned important talk she shows us how. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference"
YouTube Link 2014-12-15T19:27Z 27.2M followers, 652.6K engagements
"How America's public schools keep kids in poverty Kandice Sumner Why should a good education be exclusive to rich kids Schools in low-income neighborhoods across the US specifically in communities of color lack resources that are standard at wealthier schools -- things like musical instruments new books healthy school lunches and soccer fields -- and this has a real impact on the potential of students. Kandice Sumner sees the disparity every day in her classroom in Boston. In this inspiring talk she asks us to face facts -- and change them. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks"
YouTube Link 2016-11-28T18:51Z 27.2M followers, 673.5K engagements
"Why our IQ levels are higher than our grandparents' James Flynn In [----] only 3% of Americans practiced professions that were deemed "cognitively demanding." Today 35% of us do and we have all learned to be flexible in the way that we think about problems. In this fascinating and fast-paced spin through the cognitive history of the 20th century moral philosopher James Flynn makes the case that changes in the way we think have had surprising (and not always positive) consequences. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's"
YouTube Link 2013-09-26T15:13Z 27.2M followers, 3.2M engagements
"The optimism bias Tali Sharot http://www.ted.com Are we born to be optimistic rather than realistic Tali Sharot shares new research that suggests our brains are wired to look on the bright side -- and how that can be both dangerous and beneficial. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on design Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own stroke Nicholas Negroponte on One Laptop per"
YouTube Link 2012-05-14T15:55Z 27.2M followers, 577.1K engagements
"Richard St. John: "Success is a continuous journey" http://www.ted.com In his typically candid style Richard St. John reminds us that success is not a one-way street but a constant journey. He uses the story of his business' rise and fall to illustrate a valuable lesson -- when we stop trying we fail. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on design Jill Bolte Taylor on observing"
YouTube Link 2009-06-15T17:13Z 27.2M followers, 428.8K engagements
"Mark Pagel: How language transformed humanity http://www.ted.com Biologist Mark Pagel shares an intriguing theory about why humans evolved our complex system of language. He suggests that language is a piece of "social technology" that allowed early human tribes to access a powerful new tool: cooperation. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on design Jill Bolte Taylor on"
YouTube Link 2011-08-03T22:35Z 27.2M followers, 280K engagements
"It's not fair having [--] pairs of legs Aimee Mullins http://www.ted.com Athlete actor and activist Aimee Mullins talks about her prosthetic legs -- she's got a dozen amazing pairs -- and the super-powers they grant her: speed beauty an extra [--] inches of height . Quite simply she redefines what the body can be. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. TED stands for Technology Entertainment Design and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science business"
YouTube Link 2009-03-11T15:01Z 27.2M followers, 1.2M engagements
"A beginner's guide to quantum computing Shohini Ghose A quantum computer isn't just a more powerful version of the computers we use today; it's something else entirely based on emerging scientific understanding -- and more than a bit of uncertainty. Enter the quantum wonderland with TED Fellow Shohini Ghose and learn how this technology holds the potential to transform medicine create unbreakable encryption and even teleport information. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading"
YouTube Link 2019-02-01T18:21Z 27.2M followers, 2.6M engagements
"Playing the Cape Breton fiddle Natalie MacMaster http://www.ted.com Natalie MacMaster and her musical partner Donnell Leahy play several tunes from the Cape Breton tradition -- a sprightly soulful style of folk fiddling. It's an inspired collaboration that will have you clapping (and maybe dancing) along. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate changePhilippe Starck on designJill Bolte Taylor on"
YouTube Link 2009-01-31T22:30Z 27.2M followers, 1.2M engagements
"Why Are People Starting to Sound Like ChatGPT Adam Aleksic TED Algorithms and AI don't just show us reality they warp it in ways that benefit platforms built to exploit people for profit says etymologist Adam Aleksic. From ChatGPT influencing our word choices to Spotify turning a data cluster into a new musical genre he reveals how new technology subconsciously shapes our language trends and sense of identity. "These aren't neutral tools" he says encouraging us to constantly ask ourselves: How am I being influenced (Recorded at TEDNext [----] on November [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED"
YouTube Link 2025-12-26T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 524.3K engagements
"Tim Berners-Lee: A Magna Carta for the web Sir Tim Berners-Lee invented the world wide web [--] years ago. So its worth a listen when he warns us: Theres a battle ahead. Eroding net neutrality filter bubbles and centralized corporate control all threaten the webs wide-open spaces. Its up to users to fight for the right to access and openness. The question is What kind of Internet do we want TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks"
YouTube Link 2014-08-18T15:44Z 27.2M followers, 163.5K engagements
"The Next Global Superpower Isn't Who You Think Ian Bremmer TED Who runs the world Political scientist Ian Bremmer argues it's not as simple as it used to be. With some eye-opening questions about the nature of leadership he asks us to consider the impact of the evolving global order and our choices as participants in the future of democracy. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDTalks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted Facebook:"
YouTube Link 2023-06-14T16:20Z 27.2M followers, 12.7M engagements
"A Saudi an Indian and an Iranian walk into a Qatari bar . Maz Jobrani TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. Iranian-American comedian Maz Jobrani takes to the TEDxSummit stage in Doha Qatar to take on serious issues in the Middle East -- like how many kisses to give when saying "Hi" and what not to say on an American airplane. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes"
YouTube Link 2012-12-12T17:40Z 27.2M followers, 19M engagements
"Courage the Most Important Virtue Bari Weiss TED In an unflinching look at issues that widen the political divide in the US journalist and editor Bari Weiss highlights why courage is the most important virtue in today's polarized world. She shares examples of people who have spoken up in the face of conformity and silence and calls on all of us to say what we believe. (Followed by a Q&A with head of TED Chris Anderson) If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED X:"
YouTube Link 2024-05-30T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 89.7K engagements
"The TED Conference Experience #TEDTalks A TED experience is far more than just the talks. Learn how you can join a powerful community of leaders dreamers and doers this April 13-17 at TED2026: https://conferences.ted.com/ted2026utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=tedexperience TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks TED TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks TED"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T15:00Z 27.2M followers, [----] engagements
"What happens when you have a disease doctors can't diagnose Jennifer Brea Five years ago TED Fellow Jen Brea became progressively ill with myalgic encephalomyelitis commonly known as chronic fatigue syndrome a debilitating illness that severely impairs normal activities and on bad days makes even the rustling of bed sheets unbearable. In this poignant talk Brea describes the obstacles she's encountered in seeking treatment for her condition whose root causes and physical effects we don't fully understand as well as her mission to document through film the lives of patients that medicine"
YouTube Link 2017-01-17T20:45Z 27.2M followers, 999.1K engagements
"Hidden miracles of the natural world Louie Schwartzberg We live in a world of unseeable beauty so subtle and delicate that it is imperceptible to the human eye. To bring this invisible world to light filmmaker Louie Schwartzberg bends the boundaries of time and space with high-speed cameras time lapses and microscopes. At TED2014 he shares highlights from his latest project a 3D film titled "Mysteries of the Unseen World" which slows down speeds up and magnifies the astonishing wonders of nature. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference"
YouTube Link 2014-04-09T15:18Z 27.2M followers, 4.5M engagements
"The price of shame Monica Lewinsky TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. In [----] says Monica Lewinsky I was Patient Zero of losing a personal reputation on a global scale almost instantaneously. Today the kind of online public shaming she went through has become a constant. In a brave talk she takes a look at our culture of humiliation in which online shame equals dollar signs and demands a different way. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where"
YouTube Link 2015-03-21T01:21Z 27.2M followers, 14.5M engagements
"What Is an AI Anyway Mustafa Suleyman TED When it comes to artificial intelligence what are we actually creating Even those closest to its development are struggling to describe exactly where things are headed says Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman one of the primary architects of the AI models many of us use today. He offers an honest and compelling new vision for the future of AI proposing an unignorable metaphor a new digital species to focus attention on this extraordinary moment. (Followed by a Q&A with head of TED Chris Anderson) If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED"
YouTube Link 2024-04-22T17:24Z 27.2M followers, 2.7M engagements
"300 Years of Classical Music in [--] Minutes Joshua Bell TED Does the world still need classical music What about orchestras In this gorgeous talk and performance violinist Joshua Bell and the Chamber Orchestra of America play selections of classical music masterpieces from Mozarts Symphony No. [--] to Schuberts Unfinished Symphony and more sharing why this art form remains a singularly unifying force. (Recorded at TED2025 on April [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to a TED"
YouTube Link 2025-09-11T15:46Z 27.2M followers, 778.9K engagements
"How to Communicate with Your Dog from a Westminster Champion Jennifer Crank TED Who let the dogs out Jennifer Crank a world champion in dog agility competitions like Westminster brings her border collie onto the TED stage to demonstrate the secrets of interspecies communication. Watch as her four-legged friend bounds through an obstacle course at lightning speed as Crank gives a lesson on how to effectively communicate with any kind of audience. (Recorded at TEDSports Indianapolis [----] on September [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED"
YouTube Link 2026-01-25T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 179.7K engagements
"Silence the Universal Medicine Pico Iyer TED In a world growing louder faster and more fractured author Pico Iyer makes the case for a radical act of repair. Explore why tapping into silence may be the best medicine you can give yourself and everyone around you. (Recorded at TED2025 on April [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to a TED newsletter: https://ted.com/newsletters Follow TED X: https://www.twitter.com/TEDTalks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted Facebook:"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 89.6K engagements
"Jeff Speck: The walkable city How do we solve the problem of the suburbs Urbanist Jeff Speck shows how we can free ourselves from dependence on the car -- which he calls "a gas-belching time-wasting life-threatening prosthetic device" -- by making our cities more walkable and more pleasant for more people. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science business global issues the"
YouTube Link 2013-10-14T15:36Z 27.2M followers, 398K engagements
"The agony of opioid withdrawal and what doctors should tell patients about it Travis Rieder The United States accounts for five percent of the world's population but consumes almost [--] percent of the total global opioid supply creating an epidemic that has resulted in tens of thousands of deaths each year. How did we get here and what can we do about it In this personal talk Travis Rieder recounts the painful often-hidden struggle of opioid withdrawal and reveals how doctors who are quick to prescribe (and overprescribe) opioids aren't equipped with the tools to eventually get people off the"
YouTube Link 2018-07-20T15:08Z 27.2M followers, 1.3M engagements
"How to Become a K-pop Superstar in [--] Minutes Charlene Kaye TED Want to become a K-pop superstar Comedian and musician Charlene Kaye lays out the formula for breaking through in just a few easy steps from rapping like a sexy baby to dancing like youre making pizza in the Matrix. Part musical part dance performance part comedy show this is your how-to guide for creating the next K-pop hit. (Recorded at TEDNext [----] on November [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to a TED"
YouTube Link 2026-01-31T16:01Z 27.2M followers, 187K engagements
"Bluegrass virtuosity from . New Jersey Sleepy Man Banjo Boys TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. All under the age of [--] brothers Jonny Robbie and Tommy Mizzone are from New Jersey a US state that's better known for the rock of Bruce Springsteen than the bluegrass of Earl Scruggs. Nonetheless the siblings began performing bluegrass covers as well as their own compositions at a young age. Here they play three dazzling songs in three different keys passing the lead back and forth from fiddle to"
YouTube Link 2013-07-05T15:40Z 27.2M followers, 8.7M engagements
"Brian Goldman: Doctors make mistakes. Can we talk about that http://www.ted.com Every doctor makes mistakes. But says physician Brian Goldman medicine's culture of denial (and shame) keeps doctors from ever talking about those mistakes or using them to learn and improve. Telling stories from his own long practice he calls on doctors to start talking about being wrong. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on"
YouTube Link 2012-01-25T17:21Z 27.2M followers, 418.5K engagements
"How much sleep do you really need Sleeping with Science a TED series You know you need to get enough sleep but the question remains: How much is enough Sleep scientist Matt Walker tells us the recommended amount for adults and explains why it's necessary for your long-term health. Sleeping with Science a TED series uncovers the facts and secrets behind our nightly slumber. Check out more episodes on TED.com: https://go.ted.com/sleepingwithscience TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks Sleep Science Health Human Body TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks Sleep Science Health Human Body"
YouTube Link 2020-09-02T13:45Z 27.2M followers, 749.5K engagements
"Our failing schools. Enough is enough Geoffrey Canada Why why why does our education system look so similar to the way it did [--] years ago Millions of students were failing then as they are now -- and it's because we're clinging to a business model that clearly doesn't work. Education advocate Geoffrey Canada dares the system to look at the data think about the customers and make systematic shifts in order to help greater numbers of kids excel. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the"
YouTube Link 2013-05-08T15:46Z 27.2M followers, 531.1K engagements
"The Unexpected Key to Boosting Your Productivity The Way We Work a TED series Ever 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. Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's"
YouTube Link 2023-03-29T14:30Z 27.2M followers, 326.7K engagements
"Todays athletes ARE built different #TEDTalks When you look at sporting achievements over the last decades it seems like humans have gotten faster better and stronger in nearly every way. Yet as David Epstein points out in this delightfully counter-intuitive talk we might want to lay off the self-congratulation. Many factors are at play in shattering athletic records and the development of our natural talents is just one of them. TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks TED TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks TED"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T20:00Z 27.2M followers, 25.4K engagements
"Alex Smith: An NFL quarterback on overcoming setbacks and self-doubt TED Former NFL quarterback Alex Smith almost died after a particularly rough tackle snapped his leg in [----] -- yet he was back on the field just two years later. In this inspiring talk he shares his hard-won insights on overcoming fear self-doubt and anxiety that could help anyone endure life's challenges. (This talk contains graphic images.) Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and"
YouTube Link 2021-11-05T14:30Z 27.2M followers, 514.9K engagements
"Why you should talk to strangers Kio Stark "When you talk to strangers you're making beautiful interruptions into the expected narrative of your daily life -- and theirs" says Kio Stark. In this delightful talk Stark explores the overlooked benefits of pushing past our default discomfort when it comes to strangers and embracing those fleeting but profoundly beautiful moments of genuine connection. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look"
YouTube Link 2016-09-23T21:45Z 27.2M followers, 692.8K engagements
"What I Learned from [---] Days of Rejection Jia Jiang TED Jia Jiang adventures boldly into a territory so many of us fear: rejection. By seeking out rejection for [---] days -- from asking a stranger to borrow $100 to requesting a "burger refill" at a restaurant -- Jiang desensitized himself to the pain and shame that rejection often brings and in the process discovered that simply asking for what you want can open up possibilities where you expect to find dead ends. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and"
YouTube Link 2017-01-06T22:03Z 27.2M followers, 6.9M engagements
"The difference between winning and succeeding John Wooden TED http://www.ted.com With profound simplicity Coach John Wooden redefines success and urges us all to pursue the best in ourselves. In this inspiring talk he shares the advice he gave his players at UCLA quotes poetry and remembers his father's wisdom. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. TED stands for Technology Entertainment Design and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science"
YouTube Link 2009-03-26T16:32Z 27.2M followers, 2.9M engagements
"The Army of Autonomous Robots Restoring Nature Tom Chi TED Impact investor Tom Chi challenges a dangerous assumption: that economic growth and ecological health are opposing forces. He reveals how advances in AI and robotics are enabling a radical shift towards innovation as a force for restoration. Imagine mines that extract less farms that regenerate soil and fleets of robots that can plant [------] mangroves in a single day. What if the same technologies that power our economy could actively repair the planet at the same time (Recorded at TED Countdown and Bezos Earth Fund on September 24"
YouTube Link 2026-01-01T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 152.4K engagements
"Stop Telling Single People to Get Married Peter McGraw TED Why do we assume single people arent happy Behavioral economist (and lifelong bachelor) Peter McGraw advocates for a world in which single life is just as accepted as marriage debunking the myth that getting hitched is the only path to fulfillment. From spinsters to cat ladies he outlines the power in chosen family and invites you to reconsider what it means to live a remarkable life. (Recorded at TEDxBoulder on September [--] 2024) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our"
YouTube Link 2025-06-20T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 567.9K engagements
"Where good ideas come from Steven Johnson http://www.ted.com People often credit their ideas to individual "Eureka" moments. But Steven Johnson shows how history tells a different story. His fascinating tour takes us from the "liquid networks" of London's coffee houses to Charles Darwin's long slow hunch to today's high-velocity web. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on"
YouTube Link 2010-09-21T13:55Z 27.2M followers, 1.7M engagements
"Michael Porter: Why business can be good at solving social problems Why do we turn to nonprofits NGOs and governments to solve society's biggest problems Michael Porter admits he's biased as a business school professor but he wants you to hear his case for letting business try to solve massive problems like climate change and access to water. Why Because when business solves a problem it makes a profit -- which lets that solution grow. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of"
YouTube Link 2013-10-07T15:23Z 27.2M followers, 1M engagements
"A New Vision of Healthy Masculinity Davonte Green TED What does it actually mean to be a "real man" these days In a personal talk packed with actionable advice youth advocate Davonte Green challenges age-old stereotypes about masculinity showing that emotional intelligence and self-control not aggression are the keys to moving through the world with confidence and strength. (Recorded at TEDxInglewood on August [--] 2023) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to a TED newsletter:"
YouTube Link 2025-07-03T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 38.1K engagements
"Weird or just different Derek Sivers http://www.ted.com "There's a flip side to everything" the saying goes and in [--] minutes Derek Sivers shows this is true in a few ways you might not expect. Derek Sivers TEDTalks TED talks culture expectations assumptions worldview Japan streets blocks Derek Sivers TEDTalks TED talks culture expectations assumptions worldview Japan streets blocks"
YouTube Link 2010-01-29T15:41Z 27.2M followers, 695.4K engagements
"How I Broke My Drinking Habit (w/ Edith Zimmerman) How to Be a Better Human TED How do you fill your time after deciding to get sober For journalist and cartoonist Edith Zimmerman the answer was rediscovering activities she enjoyed as a kid. She chats with Chris Duffy host of the How to Be a Better Human podcast about how she quit drinking learned to replace bad habits with healthier ones and how you can do the same. This episode is part of a series of bonus videos from "How to Be a Better Human." You can find the extended interview on the TED Audio Collective YouTube Channel. Listen to this"
YouTube Link 2025-11-03T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 59.9K engagements
"The enchanting music of sign language Christine Sun Kim Artist Christine Sun Kim was born deaf and she was taught to believe that sound wasn't a part of her life that it was a hearing person's thing. Through her art she discovered similarities between American Sign Language and music and she realized that sound doesn't have to be known solely through the ears it can be felt seen and experienced as an idea. In this endearing talk she invites us to open our eyes and ears and participate in the rich treasure of visual language. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances"
YouTube Link 2015-11-19T17:27Z 27.2M followers, 754.3K engagements
"Mentalism mind reading and the art of getting inside your head Derren Brown TED "Magic is a great analogy for how we edit reality and form a story -- and then mistake that story for the truth" says psychological illusionist Derren Brown. In a clever talk wrapped around a dazzling mind-reading performance Brown explores the seductive appeal of finding simple answers to life's complex and subtle questions. Get TED Talks recommended just for you Learn more at https://www.ted.com/signup. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's"
YouTube Link 2019-08-26T13:42Z 27.2M followers, 2.2M engagements
"Nicholas Christakis: The hidden influence of social networks http://www.ted.com We're all embedded in vast social networks of friends family co-workers and more. Nicholas Christakis tracks how a wide variety of traits -- from happiness to obesity -- can spread from person to person showing how your location in the network might impact your life in ways you don't even know. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore"
YouTube Link 2010-05-10T15:48Z 27.2M followers, 474.2K engagements
"The world's largest family reunion . we're all invited A.J. Jacobs Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized Talk recommendations and more. You may not know it yet but A.J. Jacobs is probably your cousin (many many times removed). Using genealogy websites he's been following the unexpected links that make us all however distantly related. His goal: to throw the world's largest family reunion. See you there The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers"
YouTube Link 2014-06-13T16:15Z 27.2M followers, 149.5K engagements
"JR: Can Art Change the World TED Famed for enormous black-and-white portraits that are pasted on surfaces ranging from the Louvre to the US-Mexico border wall multimedia artist JR continues to tackle ambitious projects. In this powerfully moving talk he shares how he made a giant mural on the courtyard floor of a maximum-security prison -- with the help of guards and prisoners alike -- and ended up with much more than a compelling image. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: http://ted.com/membership Follow TED Twitter:"
YouTube Link 2022-06-27T18:32Z 27.2M followers, 126.2K engagements
"The unexpected benefit of celebrating failure Astro Teller "Great dreams aren't just visions" says Astro Teller "They're visions coupled to strategies for making them real." The head of X (formerly Google X) Teller takes us inside the "moonshot factory" as it's called where his team seeks to solve the world's biggest problems through experimental projects like balloon-powered Internet and wind turbines that sail through the air. Find out X's secret to creating an organization where people feel comfortable working on big risky projects and exploring audacious ideas. TEDTalks is a daily video"
YouTube Link 2016-05-09T15:31Z 27.2M followers, 383.2K engagements
"His Holiness Pope Francis Why the only future worth building includes everyone TED Talks (Turn on subtitles available in more than [--] languages using the CC button in the bottom right of your screen.) A single individual is enough for hope to exist and that individual can be you says His Holiness Pope Francis in this searing TED Talk delivered directly from Vatican City. In a hopeful message to people of all faiths to those who have power as well as those who don't the spiritual leader provides illuminating commentary on the world as we currently find it and calls for equality solidarity and"
YouTube Link 2017-04-26T01:23Z 27.2M followers, 1.3M engagements
"Pop an ollie and innovate Rodney Mullen TED The last thing Rodney Mullen the godfather of street skating wanted were competitive victories. In this exuberant talk he shares his love of the open skateboarding community and how the unique environments it plays in drive the creation of new tricks fostering prolific ingenuity purely for passion's sake. (Filmed at TEDxUSC.) TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology"
YouTube Link 2015-02-02T22:18Z 27.2M followers, 3.1M engagements
"What Will Happen to Marketing in the Age of AI Jessica Apotheker TED Generative AI is poised to transform the workplace but we still need human brains for new ideas says marketing expert Jessica Apotheker. She explores how marketers can find their niche in the world of AI based on their preference for data or creativity offering a pragmatic and hopeful look at the future of business. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDTalks Instagram:"
YouTube Link 2023-12-12T12:00Z 27.2M followers, 857.2K engagements
"How Your Sense of Smell Helps You Savor Flavor Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter TED Eating pizza with a stuffy nose just isn't as satisfying -- and there's a reason for that. Dr. Jen Gunter explains how our ability to smell and taste work together to give us a full sensory experience. So whether you're sniffing the caramelized aroma of coffee a whiff of trash or a trillion other things your brain knows exactly what's under your nose. Think you know how your body works Think again In this TED original series Dr. Jen Gunter will share the truth about what's really going on inside you. For more"
YouTube Link 2022-10-05T15:41Z 27.2M followers, 120.4K engagements
"How to turn a group of strangers into a team Amy Edmondson Business school professor Amy Edmondson studies "teaming" where people come together quickly (and often temporarily) to solve new urgent or unusual problems. Recalling stories of teamwork on the fly such as the incredible rescue of [--] miners trapped half a mile underground in Chile in [----] Edmondson shares the elements needed to turn a group of strangers into a quick-thinking team that can nimbly respond to challenges. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the"
YouTube Link 2018-06-14T15:44Z 27.2M followers, 636.4K engagements
"How to Stop AI from Killing Your Critical Thinking Advait Sarkar TED Chatbots might help you get work done faster but at what cost When we outsource our reasoning to artificial intelligence we reduce ourselves to "middle managers for our own thoughts" says AI and design researcher Advait Sarkar. He examines the cognitive trade-offs of using AI at work and introduces a different kind of tool: one that encourages critical thinking nudges reflection and actually helps you get smarter. (Recorded at TEDAI Vienna on September [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference:"
YouTube Link 2025-12-28T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 277.7K engagements
"Michael Sandel: Why we shouldn't trust markets with our civic life In the past three decades says Michael Sandel the US has drifted from a market economy to a market society; it's fair to say that an American's experience of shared civic life depends on how much money they have. (Three key examples: access to education access to justice political influence.) In a talk and audience discussion Sandel asks us to think honestly on this question: In our current democracy is too much for sale TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the"
YouTube Link 2013-10-07T15:36Z 27.2M followers, 661.9K engagements
"Dan Barber: How I fell in love with a fish http://www.ted.com Chef Dan Barber squares off with a dilemma facing many chefs today: how to keep fish on the menu. With impeccable research and deadpan humor he chronicles his pursuit of a sustainable fish he could love and the foodie's honeymoon he's enjoyed since discovering an outrageously delicious fish raised using a revolutionary farming method in Spain. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured"
YouTube Link 2010-03-10T15:53Z 27.2M followers, 374.4K engagements
"Why You Should Talk About Your Anxiety at Work Adam Whybrew TED We cant get rid of anxiety and depression so we might as well talk about it says depression truth-teller Adam Whybrew. Sharing his own experience with mental illness he reveals the surprising benefits of opening up about stress at work and why being vulnerable creates a safe space for everyone. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED X: https://twitter.com/TEDTalks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted Facebook:"
YouTube Link 2024-06-15T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 179.2K engagements
"How Regenerative Agriculture Brings Life Back to the Land Gabe Brown TED Over his decades of farming and ranching Gabe Brown has noticed a troubling trend: the conventional farming techniques he used were degrading the soil and ruining crops. He shares how his family farm turned things around by adopting regenerative agricultural practices and shows how the wider food system can use these same methods to improve food quality and revitalize the land. (Recorded at TED Countdown Dilemma Series: Food on June [--] 2024) If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our"
YouTube Link 2024-10-14T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 254.1K engagements
"3 rules for better work-life balance The Way We Work a TED series Have you answered a work email during an important family event Or taken a call from your boss while on vacation According to behavioral scientist and Harvard Business School professor Ashley Whillans "always-on" work culture is not only ruining our personal well-being but our work as well. She shares which bad habits are stopping us from getting what we need out of our free time and three practical steps for setting boundaries that stick. The Way We Work is a TED original video series where leaders and thinkers offer practical"
YouTube Link 2021-09-27T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 975.9K engagements
"What separates us from chimpanzees Jane Goodall http://www.ted.com Jane Goodall hasn't found the missing link but she's come closer than nearly anyone else. The primatologist says the only real difference between humans and chimps is our sophisticated language. She urges us to start using it to change the world. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers are invited to give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. TED stands for Technology Entertainment and Design and TEDTalks cover these topics as"
YouTube Link 2007-05-16T18:30Z 27.2M followers, 623.1K engagements
"OpenAIs Sam Altman Talks ChatGPT AI Agents and Superintelligence Live at TED2025 The AI revolution is here to stay says Sam Altman the CEO of OpenAI. In a probing live conversation with head of TED Chris Anderson Altman discusses the astonishing growth of AI and shows how models like ChatGPT could soon become extensions of ourselves. He also addresses questions of safety power and moral authority reflecting on the world he envisions where AI will almost certainly outpace human intelligence. (Recorded live at TED2025 on April [--] 2025) If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED"
YouTube Link 2025-04-12T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 2.2M engagements
"Sleep Is Your Superpower Matt Walker TED Sleep is your life-support system and Mother Nature's best effort yet at immortality says sleep scientist Matt Walker. In this deep dive into the science of slumber Walker shares the wonderfully good things that happen when you get sleep -- and the alarmingly bad things that happen when you don't for both your brain and body. Learn more about sleep's impact on your learning memory immune system and even your genetic code -- as well as some helpful tips for getting some shut-eye. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to"
YouTube Link 2019-06-03T15:27Z 27.2M followers, 16.5M engagements
"The freakonomics of McDonalds vs. drugs Steven Levitt http://www.ted.com Freakonomics author Steven Levitt presents new data on the finances of drug dealing. Contrary to popular myth he says being a street-corner crack dealer isnt lucrative: It pays below minimum wage. And your boss can kill you. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers are invited to give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes -- including speakers such as Jill Bolte Taylor Sir Ken Robinson Hans Rosling Al Gore and Arthur"
YouTube Link 2007-01-16T17:25Z 27.2M followers, 2.6M engagements
"Let Curiosity Lead Yara Shahidi TED Don't second-guess what "distracts" you says actor-producer Yara Shahidi; that's your curiosity coming through. The star of hit shows like "black-ish" and "grown-ish" tells how she learned to spot clues to her own future and how you can too. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED X: https://twitter.com/TEDTalks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted Facebook: https://facebook.com/TED LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ted-conferences TikTok:"
YouTube Link 2024-01-16T15:56Z 27.2M followers, 252.1K engagements
"How Play Helps a Kids Brain Grow Jesse Ilhardt TED A little bit of playtime can have big benefits for a child's developing brain like a superfood -- but adult participation is a crucial ingredient for best results. Early-education leader Jesse Ilhardt makes the case for you to put down the phone pick up the make-believe tea cup (or that blanket-superhero cape) and take the time to experiment with imagination during kids' most formative learning years. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: http://ted.com/membership Follow"
YouTube Link 2022-12-28T12:00Z 27.2M followers, 82.6K engagements
"Can you really tell if a kid is lying Kang Lee Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. Are children poor liars Do you think you can easily detect their lies Developmental researcher Kang Lee studies what happens physiologically to children when they lie. They do it a lot starting as young as two years old and they're actually really good at it. Lee explains why we should celebrate when kids start to lie and presents new lie-detection technology that could someday reveal our hidden emotions. The TED Talks"
YouTube Link 2016-06-08T15:30Z 27.2M followers, 11.6M engagements
"How books can open your mind Lisa Bu What happens when a dream you've held since childhood . doesn't come true As Lisa Bu adjusted to a new life in the United States she turned to books to expand her mind and create a new path for herself. She shares her unique approach to reading in this lovely personal talk about the magic of books. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science"
YouTube Link 2013-05-31T15:48Z 27.2M followers, 3.4M engagements
"Bunker Roy: Learning from a barefoot movement http://www.ted.com In Rajasthan India an extraordinary school teaches rural women and men -- many of them illiterate -- to become solar engineers artisans dentists and doctors in their own villages. It's called the Barefoot College and its founder Bunker Roy explains how it works. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on design Jill"
YouTube Link 2011-10-17T16:51Z 27.2M followers, 572.4K engagements
"How to Build a Freelance Career That Works for You The Way We Work a TED series Have you considered freelancing but are unsure where to start or if it can be a viable long term career option Tech entrepreneur Shahar Erez shares five steps to help you build a fulfilling (and financially stable) freelance career that puts you in the driver's seat of your own future. The Way We Work is a TED original video series where leaders and thinkers offer practical wisdom and insight into how we can adapt and thrive amid changing workplace conventions. Visit https://go.ted.com/thewaywework for more If you"
YouTube Link 2023-10-03T17:09Z 27.2M followers, 192.2K engagements
"Your elusive creative genius Elizabeth Gilbert Find an accurate transcript (and subtitles in [--] languages) on ted.com: http://www.ted.com/talks/elizabeth_gilbert_on_genius/transcriptlanguage=en "Eat Pray Love" author Elizabeth Gilbert muses on the impossible things we expect from artists and geniuses -- and shares the radical idea that instead of the rare person "being" a genius all of us "have" a genius. It's a funny personal and surprisingly moving talk. TED Talks is a daily podcast of talks and performances from TED where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives"
YouTube Link 2009-02-09T19:23Z 27.2M followers, 5.4M engagements
"I'm not your inspiration thank you very much Stella Young Stella Young is a comedian and journalist who happens to go about her day in a wheelchair a fact that doesn't she'd like to make clear automatically turn her into a noble inspiration to all humanity. In this very funny talk Young breaks down society's habit of turning disabled people into "inspiration porn." TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology"
YouTube Link 2014-06-09T15:34Z 27.2M followers, 1.8M engagements
"A New Understanding of Human History and the Roots of Inequality David Wengrow TED What if the commonly accepted narratives about the foundation of civilization are all wrong Drawing on groundbreaking research archaeologist David Wengrow challenges traditional thinking about the social evolution of humanity -- from the invention of agriculture to the formation of cities and class systems -- and explains how rethinking history can radically change our perspective on inequality and modern life. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading"
YouTube Link 2022-07-26T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 469.3K engagements
"How to stay calm when you know you'll be stressed Daniel Levitin TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. You're not at your best when you're stressed. In fact your brain has evolved over millennia to release cortisol in stressful situations inhibiting rational logical thinking but potentially helping you survive say being attacked by a lion. Neuroscientist Daniel Levitin thinks there's a way to avoid making critical mistakes in stressful situations when your thinking becomes clouded the pre-mortem."
YouTube Link 2015-11-23T16:58Z 27.2M followers, 19.5M engagements
"3 secrets of resilient people Lucy Hone Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. Everyone experiences loss but how do you cope with the tough moments that follow Resilience researcher Lucy Hone shares three hard-won strategies for developing the capacity to brave adversity overcome struggle and face whatever may come head-on with fortitude and grace. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their"
YouTube Link 2020-07-06T21:30Z 27.2M followers, 528.3K engagements
"Billy Graham: Technology faith and human shortcomings http://www.ted.com Speaking at TED in [----] Rev. Billy Graham marvels at technology's power to improve lives and change the world -- but says the end of evil suffering and death will come only after the world accepts Christ. A legendary talk from TED's archives. Billy Graham TED TEDtalks talks religion christianity jesus suffering evil death Billy Graham TED TEDtalks talks religion christianity jesus suffering evil death"
YouTube Link 2008-07-16T23:23Z 27.2M followers, 3.1M engagements
"The first secret of great design Tony Fadell As human beings we get used to "the way things are" really fast. But for designers the way things are is an opportunity . Could things be better How In this funny breezy talk the man behind the iPod and the Nest thermostat shares some of his tips for noticing and driving change. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science business"
YouTube Link 2015-06-03T15:32Z 27.2M followers, 2.2M engagements
"4 Hard Truths About Capitalism and Climate Steve Howard TED For decades investor and business leader Steve Howard watched companies pour money and effort into sustainability initiatives . and still fall short. The problem isnt a lack of will he says; its that capitalism and climate have been wired to work against each other. He shares four realities that explain why even well-intentioned businesses fail at climate action as well as a plan to flip the system making green innovation so powerful the market cant resist it.(Recorded at TED Countdown Summit [----] on June [--] 2025) Join us in person"
YouTube Link 2025-12-23T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 33.8K engagements
"Can we eat to starve cancer William Li http://www.ted.com William Li presents a new way to think about cancer treatment: angiogenesis targeting the blood vessels that feed a tumor. The crucial first (and best) step: Eating cancer-fighting foods that beat cancer at its own game. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on design Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own stroke Nicholas"
YouTube Link 2010-05-17T16:06Z 27.2M followers, 1.4M engagements
"The surprising science of alpha males Frans de Waal In this fascinating look at the "alpha male" primatologist Frans de Waal explores the privileges and costs of power while drawing surprising parallels between how humans and primates choose their leaders. His research reveals some of the unexpected capacities of alpha males -- generosity empathy even peacekeeping -- and sheds light on the power struggles of human politicians. "Someone who is big and strong and intimidates and insults everyone is not necessarily an alpha male" de Waal says. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED"
YouTube Link 2018-07-09T14:15Z 27.2M followers, 2.4M engagements
"The Case for Making Art When the World Is on Fire Amie McNee TED Making art isnt self-indulgent its an essential radical act of creation says writer Amie McNee. She explores the importance of having a creative practice whether youre a long-time artist or an aspiring one and shows how to move past self-doubt and start expressing yourself. If youve ever felt like your creativity doesnt matter in a world with so many problems this talk is for you. (Recorded at TEDxManchester on March [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our"
YouTube Link 2025-09-18T15:01Z 27.2M followers, 310.5K engagements
"The Inside Story of ChatGPTs Astonishing Potential Greg Brockman TED In a talk from the cutting edge of technology OpenAI cofounder Greg Brockman explores the underlying design principles of ChatGPT and demos some mind-blowing unreleased 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. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a"
YouTube Link 2023-04-20T15:11Z 27.2M followers, 1.9M engagements
"The Agony of Trying to Unsubscribe James Veitch TED It happens to all of us: you unsubscribe from an unwanted marketing email and a few days later another message from the same company pops up in your inbox. Comedian James Veitch turned this frustration into whimsy when a local supermarket refused to take no for an answer. Hijinks ensued. Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to a TED newsletter: https://ted.com/newsletters Follow TED X: https://www.twitter.com/TEDTalks Instagram:"
YouTube Link 2016-09-27T15:12Z 27.2M followers, 23.5M engagements
"Linda Hill: How to manage for collective creativity What's the secret to unlocking the creativity hidden inside your daily work and giving every great idea a chance Harvard professor Linda Hill co-author of "Collective Genius" has studied some of the world's most creative companies to come up with a set of tools and tactics to keep great ideas flowing from everyone in the company not just the designated "creatives." TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in 18"
YouTube Link 2015-03-13T16:17Z 27.2M followers, 490.6K engagements
"Inside Indias Astonishing Solar Revolution Kanika Chawla TED In [----] the worlds second largest coal consumer made a bold promise: to increase its solar capacity from three gigawatts to [---] gigawatts in just eight years. Many people called it overly ambitious but energy expert Kanika Chawla saw the opportunity of a lifetime. She tells the story of how India became a solar powerhouse turning an expensive dream into an economic reality and creating a model for other countries to follow suit. (Recorded at TED Countdown Summit [----] on June [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference:"
YouTube Link 2025-10-23T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 125K engagements
"How to Unlock Your Communication Superpower (W/ Charles Duhigg) How to Be a Better Human TED What makes some people supercommunicators How can you become one too This is the central lesson in Charles Duhiggs bestseller Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret of Communication. Charles and Chris dissect what makes messy conversations so great how to ask deep questions and whether women and men communicate differently. They also discuss the different rules for different technologies from telephones to Facebook to Signal and how cautious politeness may be the best method to communicate"
YouTube Link 2025-09-17T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 263.5K engagements
"Jackson Katz: Violence against womenit's a men's issue Domestic violence and sexual abuse are often called "women's issues." But in this bold blunt talk Jackson Katz points out that these are intrinsically men's issues -- and shows how these violent behaviors are tied to definitions of manhood. A clarion call for us all -- women and men -- to call out unacceptable behavior and be leaders of change. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look"
YouTube Link 2013-05-29T15:44Z 27.2M followers, 439.8K engagements
"5 ways to create stronger connections The Way We Work a TED series In a tech-obsessed culture it can be difficult to build genuine relationships with people especially in the workplace. Robert Reffkin shares his tips and tricks for establishing authentic connections on the job. The Way We Work is a TED original video series where leaders and thinkers offer practical wisdom and insight into how we can adapt and thrive amid changing workplace conventions. Visit https://go.ted.com/thewaywework for more TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks"
YouTube Link 2020-02-10T16:45Z 27.2M followers, 249.6K engagements
"The Beauty of Building With Mud and Trash Vinu Daniel TED What if we could use waste to create resilient and sustainable buildings Bringing out the beauty of the dirt beneath our feet climate-responsive architect Vinu Daniel shares how he and his team are giving local and discarded materials (think: mud plastic and used tires) a second life by using them to create dreamlike homes schools and other public spaces. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDTalks"
YouTube Link 2023-08-08T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 104.3K engagements
"Are We Heading Toward World War III Heni Ozi Cukier TED In this urgent talk political scientist Heni Ozi Cukier analyzes the social economic political and military conditions that preceded the last two world wars revealing how historical patterns and todays geopolitical shifts may be pointing us in a dangerously familiar direction. Connecting past and present he challenges us to recognize the warning signs and act before its too late. (Recorded at TEDxLisboa on March [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission:"
YouTube Link 2025-10-15T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 559K engagements
"A guerilla gardener in South Central LA Ron Finley Ron Finley plants vegetable gardens in South Central LA -- in abandoned lots traffic medians along the curbs. Why For fun for defiance for beauty and to offer some alternative to fast food in a community where "the drive-thrus are killing more people than the drive-bys." TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science business"
YouTube Link 2013-03-06T16:35Z 27.2M followers, 1.6M engagements
"David Grady: How to save the world (or at least yourself) from bad meetings An epidemic of bad inefficient overcrowded meetings is plaguing the worlds businesses and making workers miserable. David Grady has some ideas on how to stop it. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science business global issues the arts and much more. Find closed captions and translated subtitles in"
YouTube Link 2014-11-17T16:17Z 27.2M followers, 460.9K engagements
"How I learned to read -- and trade stocks -- in prison Curtis "Wall Street" Carroll Financial literacy isn't a skill -- it's a lifestyle. Take it from Curtis "Wall Street" Carroll. As an incarcerated individual Caroll knows the power of a dollar. While in prison he taught himself how to read and trade stocks and now he shares a simple powerful message: we all need to be more savvy with our money. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for"
YouTube Link 2017-05-18T15:54Z 27.2M followers, 4.4M engagements
"What Islam really says about women Alaa Murabit Alaa Murabit's family moved from Canada to Libya when she was [--]. Before shed felt equal to her brothers but in this new environment she sensed big prohibitions on what she could accomplish. As a proud Muslim woman she wondered: was this really religious doctrine With humor passion and a refreshingly rebellious spirt she shares how she discovered examples of female leaders from across the history of her faith and how she launched a campaign to fight for women's rights using verses directly from the Koran. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the"
YouTube Link 2015-07-21T17:06Z 27.2M followers, 4.3M engagements
"A 12-year-old app developer Thomas Suarez TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. Most 12-year-olds love playing videogames -- Thomas Suarez taught himself how to create them. After developing iPhone apps like "Bustin Jeiber" a whack-a-mole game he is now using his skills to help other kids become developers. (Filmed at TEDxManhattanBeach.) The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in"
YouTube Link 2012-10-24T19:34Z 27.2M followers, 12M engagements
"The Economic Opportunity Hidden in the Climate Transition Marielle Remillard TED The energy grid of the future demands a massive amount of materials: billions of solar panels millions of wind turbines and more. Climate strategist Marielle Remillard reveals why there may be critical shortages ahead and breaks down how this could also be the biggest business opportunity since the Industrial Revolution. (Recorded at TED@BCG on September [--] 2024) If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED X:"
YouTube Link 2025-07-07T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 101.6K engagements
"Roxane Gay: Confessions of a bad feminist TED When writer Roxane Gay dubbed herself a "bad feminist" she was making a joke acknowledging that she couldn't possibly live up to the demands for perfection of the feminist movement. But she's realized that the joke rang hollow. In a thoughtful and provocative talk she asks us to embrace all flavors of feminism and make the small choices that en masse might lead to actual change. Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. The TED Talks channel features the best"
YouTube Link 2015-06-22T17:25Z 27.2M followers, 474.1K engagements
"Capitalism will eat democracy -- unless we speak up Yanis Varoufakis Have you wondered why politicians aren't what they used to be why governments seem unable to solve real problems Economist Yanis Varoufakis the former Minister of Finance for Greece says that it's because you can be in politics today but not be in power because real power now belongs to those who control the economy. He believes that the mega-rich and corporations are cannibalizing the political sphere causing financial crisis. In this talk hear his dream for a world in which capital and labor no longer struggle against each"
YouTube Link 2016-02-15T16:24Z 27.2M followers, 1.3M engagements
"The art of misdirection Apollo Robbins TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. Hailed as the greatest pickpocket in the world Apollo Robbins studies the quirks of human behavior as he steals your watch. In a hilarious demonstration Robbins samples the buffet of the TEDGlobal [----] audience showing how the flaws in our perception make it possible to swipe a wallet and leave it on its owner's shoulder while they remain clueless. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED"
YouTube Link 2013-09-13T16:07Z 27.2M followers, 28.8M engagements
"How Common Knowledge Shapes the World Steven Pinker TED Common knowledge is the secret engine of social life letting us coordinate everything from meet-ups to markets to international diplomacy. In this fascinating talk experimental cognitive scientist Steven Pinker explores its momentous impact threading together stories of why autocrats fear blank signs why central bankers mumble and why saying the quiet part out loud can wreck a friendship. With wit and wisdom he invites us to better understand the ways we get into each others heads and what it means when shared norms wobble. (Recorded at"
YouTube Link 2025-08-25T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 229.4K engagements
"Build a tower build a team Tom Wujec http://www.ted.com Tom Wujec from Autodesk presents some surprisingly deep research into the "marshmallow problem" -- a simple team-building exercise that involves dry spaghetti one yard of tape and a marshmallow. Who can build the tallest tower with these ingredients And why does a surprising group always beat the average TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate"
YouTube Link 2010-04-22T14:35Z 27.2M followers, 2.7M engagements
"The walk from "no" to "yes" William Ury http://www.ted.com William Ury author of "Getting to Yes" offers an elegant simple (but not easy) way to create agreement in even the most difficult situations -- from family conflict to perhaps the Middle East. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on design Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own stroke Nicholas Negroponte on One Laptop"
YouTube Link 2010-12-01T17:15Z 27.2M followers, 769.7K engagements
"The Problem With Being Too Nice at Work Tessa West TED Are you "too nice" at work Social psychologist Tessa West shares her research on how people attempt to mask anxiety with overly polite feedback a practice that's more harmful than helpful and gives three tips to swap generic unhelpful observations with clear consistent feedback even when you feel awkward. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED X: https://twitter.com/TEDTalks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted Facebook:"
YouTube Link 2024-05-29T15:37Z 27.2M followers, 2.9M engagements
"Jacqueline Woodson: What reading slowly taught me about writing TED Reading slowly -- with her finger running beneath the words even when she was taught not to -- has led Jacqueline Woodson to a life of writing books to be savored. In a lyrical talk she invites us to slow down and appreciate stories that take us places we never thought we'd go and introduce us to people we never thought we'd meet. "Isn't that what this is all about -- finding a way at the end of the day to not feel alone in this world and a way to feel like we've changed it before we leave" she asks. Visit http://TED.com to"
YouTube Link 2019-10-08T15:09Z 27.2M followers, 332.7K engagements
"Why societies collapse Jared Diamond http://www.ted.com Why do societies fail With lessons from the Norse of Iron Age Greenland deforested Easter Island and present-day Montana Jared Diamond talks about the signs that collapse is near and how -- if we see it in time -- we can prevent it. Jared Diamond TED TEDtalks talks Culture Environment Global Issues History Social change SocietyTechnology Jared Diamond TED TEDtalks talks Culture Environment Global Issues History Social change SocietyTechnology"
YouTube Link 2008-10-28T17:02Z 27.2M followers, 1.5M engagements
"To overcome challenges stop comparing yourself to others Dean Furness Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. When you stop comparing yourself to others you can accomplish great things says wheelchair athlete Dean Furness. He shares how after losing the use of his legs in an accident he discovered a powerful new mindset focused on redefining his "personal average" and getting better little by little. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's"
YouTube Link 2020-06-08T16:16Z 27.2M followers, 1M engagements
"Learning from dirty jobs Mike Rowe Mike Rowe the host of "Dirty Jobs" tells some compelling (and horrifying) real-life job stories. Listen for his insights and observations about the nature of hard work and how its been unjustifiably degraded in society today. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science business global issues the arts and"
YouTube Link 2009-03-05T20:12Z 27.2M followers, 7.5M engagements
"How menopause affects the brain Lisa Mosconi Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. Many of the symptoms of menopause -- hot flashes night sweats insomnia memory lapses depression and anxiety -- start in the brain. How exactly does menopause impact cognitive health Sharing groundbreaking findings from her research neuroscientist Lisa Mosconi reveals how decreasing hormonal levels affect brain aging -- and shares simple lifestyle changes you can make to support lifelong brain health. The TED Talks channel"
YouTube Link 2020-04-13T20:50Z 27.2M followers, 2.2M engagements
"Try something new for [--] days Matt Cutts http://www.ted.com Is there something you've always meant to do wanted to do but just . haven't Matt Cutts suggests: Try it for [--] days. This short lighthearted talk offers a neat way to think about setting and achieving goals. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. TED stands for Technology Entertainment Design and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science business development and the arts. Closed captions"
YouTube Link 2011-07-01T18:28Z 27.2M followers, 1.4M engagements
"The Natural Building Blocks of Sustainable Architecture Michael Green TED If we're going to solve the climate crisis we need to talk about construction. The four main building materials that humans currently use -- concrete steel masonry and wood -- have a heavy environmental impact but what if we had a fifth option Architect Michael Green proposes an entirely new natural medium inspired by the structure of trees and plants. Learn more about the carbon-sequestering solution to our construction conundrum that's laying the groundwork for a truly sustainable future. If you love watching TED"
YouTube Link 2023-06-13T13:44Z 27.2M followers, 144.7K engagements
"Looks aren't everything. Believe me I'm a model. Cameron Russell TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. Cameron Russell admits she won "a genetic lottery": she's tall pretty and an underwear model. But don't judge her by her looks. In this fearless talk she takes a wry look at the industry that had her looking highly seductive at barely 16-years-old. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of"
YouTube Link 2013-01-16T16:22Z 27.2M followers, 31.5M engagements
"Everything You Need to Know About AI Agents Swami Sivasubramanian TED What if you had an AI-powered assistant that took initiative on its own Technology leader Swami Sivasubramanian believes AI agents are the future of work capable of sparking new levels of productivity and creativity. Demystifying the workings of autonomous software systems he explains what they are (and arent) and advocates for a world in which AI handles the boring stuff so you can focus on what matters. (Recorded at TEDAI Vienna on September [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events"
YouTube Link 2025-12-18T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 30K engagements
"What Its Really Like to Win the Lottery Matt Pitcher TED What happens when ordinary people suddenly win the lottery Financial planner Matt Pitcher shares lessons from more than a decade of advising lotto winners revealing how sudden wealth can unbalance life and spark consumerism or create profound opportunities for meaning. This talk just might make you rethink the link between money and happiness. (Recorded at TEDxWinchester on June [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe"
YouTube Link 2026-01-04T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 113.3K engagements
"Why Social Health Is Key to Happiness and Longevity Kasley Killam TED 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 feeling a sense of belonging and connection has concrete benefits to your overall health and explains why it may be the missing key to living a longer and happier life. (Recorded at TEDNext [----] on October [--] 2024) If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED X:"
YouTube Link 2025-03-14T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 704.1K engagements
"This could be why you're depressed or anxious Johann Hari TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks subtitles translations personalized Talk recommendations and more. In a moving talk journalist Johann Hari shares fresh insights on the causes of depression and anxiety from experts around the world -- as well as some exciting emerging solutions. "If you're depressed or anxious you're not weak and you're not crazy -- you're a human being with unmet needs" Hari says. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's"
YouTube Link 2019-10-11T12:38Z 27.2M followers, 12.3M engagements
"How AI Will Answer Questions We Havent Thought to Ask Aravind Srinivas TED Human potential will only accelerate with AI answering questions better and faster than ever before says Aravind Srinivas cofounder and CEO of conversational search engine Perplexity. He examines the trends driving new AI-powered tools that nourish curiosity and creativity and how they might usher in a new era of intellectual growth and discovery. "Knowledge does not really care about who you are where you're from or who you have access to. Rather what matters is the next question you're going to ask" says Srinivas."
YouTube Link 2025-02-01T12:00Z 27.2M followers, 480.5K engagements
"The Brains of Altruistic and Psychopathic People (W/ Abigail Marsh) How to Be a Better Human TED Why is American culture so fascinated with psychopathic people and true crime stories Why dont billionaires give more What makes some people so generous that theyd undergo surgery to donate an organ to a complete stranger These are the kinds of questions that Abigail Marsh a professor of psychology and neuroscience at Georgetown University studies. Chris and Abigail discuss the brain differences between extreme altruists and psychopathic individuals why psychopathic traits do not necessarily"
YouTube Link 2025-12-03T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 57.8K engagements
"The gift and power of emotional courage Susan David Psychologist Susan David shares how the way we deal with our emotions shapes everything that matters: our actions careers relationships health and happiness. In this deeply moving humorous and potentially life-changing talk she challenges a culture that prizes positivity over emotional truth and discusses the powerful strategies of emotional agility. A talk to share. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers"
YouTube Link 2018-02-20T15:33Z 27.2M followers, 1.8M engagements
"The danger of silence Clint Smith TED "We spend so much time listening to the things people are saying that we rarely pay attention to the things they don't" says slam poet and teacher Clint Smith. A short powerful piece from the heart about finding the courage to speak up against ignorance and injustice. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science business global issues the"
YouTube Link 2014-08-15T16:06Z 27.2M followers, 2.6M engagements
"Why Does Uncertainty Bother Us So Much Adam Kucharski TED Why do we find it easier to trust some concepts and ideas over others Mathematician and TED Fellow Adam Kucharski explores the science of uncertainty revealing how the very human need for explanation shapes trust in science fear of technology and belief in conspiracy theories. (Recorded at TEDxLondon on January [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to a TED newsletter. https://ted.com/newsletters Follow TED X:"
YouTube Link 2025-08-11T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 64.1K engagements
"Be humble -- and other lessons from the philosophy of water Raymond Tang How do we find fulfillment in a world that's constantly changing Raymond Tang struggled with this question until he came across the ancient Chinese philosophy of the Tao Te Ching. In it he found a passage comparing goodness to water an idea he's now applying to his everyday life. In this charming talk he shares three lessons he's learned so far from the "philosophy of water." "What would water do" Tang asks. "This simple and powerful question . has changed my life for the better." Check out more TED Talks:"
YouTube Link 2018-03-20T12:36Z 27.2M followers, 607.2K engagements
"How to spark your curiosity scientifically Nadya Mason Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. Curious how stuff works Do a hands-on experiment at home says physicist Nadya Mason. She shows how you can demystify the world around you by tapping into your scientific curiosity -- and performs a few onstage experiments of her own using magnets dollar bills dry ice and more. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give"
YouTube Link 2020-05-07T16:16Z 27.2M followers, 149.1K engagements
"The brain in love Helen Fisher http://www.ted.com Why do we crave love so much even to the point that we would die for it To learn more about our very real very physical need for romantic love Helen Fisher and her research team took MRIs of people in love -- and people who had just been dumped. TED TEDtalks talks Helen Fisher love brain cognitive TED TEDtalks talks Helen Fisher love brain cognitive"
YouTube Link 2008-07-15T19:46Z 27.2M followers, 1.9M engagements
"How I became an entrepreneur at [--] Paul Tasner It's never too late to reinvent yourself. Take it from Paul Tasner -- after working continuously for other people for [--] years he founded his own start-up at age [--] pairing his idea for a business with his experience and passion. And he's not alone. As he shares in this short funny and inspirational talk seniors are increasingly indulging their entrepreneurial instincts -- and seeing great success. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's"
YouTube Link 2017-11-02T15:23Z 27.2M followers, 312.1K engagements
"The danger of AI is weirder than you think Janelle Shane Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized Talk recommendations and more. The danger of artificial intelligence isn't that it's going to rebel against us but that it's going to do exactly what we ask it to do says AI researcher Janelle Shane. Sharing the weird sometimes alarming antics of AI algorithms as they try to solve human problems -- like creating new ice cream flavors or recognizing cars on the road -- Shane shows why AI doesn't yet measure up to real brains. The TED Talks"
YouTube Link 2019-11-13T23:02Z 27.2M followers, 2.9M engagements
""East Virginia" / "John Brown's Dream" Nora Brown In a mesmerizing set musician Nora Brown breathes new life into two old-time banjo tunes: "East Virginia" and "John Brown's Dream." An evocative performance paired with a quick history of the banjo's evolution. Get TED Talks recommended just for you Learn more at https://www.ted.com/signup. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science"
YouTube Link 2019-04-05T15:02Z 27.2M followers, 76.5K engagements
"Our campaign to ban plastic bags in Bali Melati and Isabel Wijsen Plastic bags are essentially indestructible yet they're used and thrown away with reckless abandon. Most end up in the ocean where they pollute the water and harm marine life; the rest are burned in garbage piles where they release harmful dioxins into the atmosphere. Melati and Isabel Wijsen are on a mission to stop plastic bags from suffocating their beautiful island home of Bali. Their efforts including petitions beach cleanups even a hunger strike paid off when they convinced their governor to commit to a plastic bag-free"
YouTube Link 2016-02-19T17:37Z 27.2M followers, 424.3K engagements
"The Single Most Important Parenting Strategy Becky Kennedy TED Everyone loses their temper from time to time but the stakes are dizzyingly high when the focus of your fury is your own child. Clinical psychologist and renowned parenting whisperer Becky Kennedy is here to help. Not only does she have practical advice to help parents manage the guilt and shame of their not-so-great moments but she also models the types of conversations you can have to be a better parent. (Hint: this works in all other relationships too.) Bottom line It's never too late to reconnect. If you love watching TED"
YouTube Link 2023-09-14T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 3.4M engagements
"The little risks you can take to increase your luck Tina Seelig Luck is rarely a lightning strike isolated and dramatic -- it's much more like the wind blowing constantly. Catching more of it is easy but not obvious. In this insightful talk Stanford engineering school professor Tina Seelig shares three unexpected ways to increase your luck -- and your ability to see and seize opportunities. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives"
YouTube Link 2018-08-28T21:19Z 27.2M followers, 411.4K engagements
"Everything you think you know about addiction is wrong Johann Hari TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. What really causes addiction to everything from cocaine to smart-phones And how can we overcome it Johann Hari has seen our current methods fail firsthand as he has watched loved ones struggle to manage their addictions. He started to wonder why we treat addicts the way we do and if there might be a better way. As he shares in this deeply personal talk his questions took him around the world and"
YouTube Link 2015-07-09T16:02Z 27.2M followers, 13.3M engagements
"This is what makes employees happy at work The Way We Work a TED series There are three billion working people on this planet and only [--] percent of them report being happy at work. Michael C. Bush shares his insights into what makes workers unhappy -- and how companies can benefit their bottom lines by fostering satisfaction. The Way We Work is a TED original video series where leaders and thinkers offer practical wisdom and insight into how we can adapt and thrive amid changing workplace conventions. Visit https://go.ted.com/thewaywework for more TEDTalks The Way We Work Michael C. Bush"
YouTube Link 2019-02-09T14:29Z 27.2M followers, 1.2M engagements
"My Escape from North Korea Hyeonseo Lee TED As a child growing up in North Korea Hyeonseo Lee thought her country was "the best on the planet." It wasn't until the famine of the 90s that she began to wonder. She escaped the country at [--] to begin a life in hiding as a refugee in China. Hers is a harrowing personal tale of survival and hope -- and a powerful reminder of those who face constant danger even when the border is far behind. Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. The TED Talks channel features"
YouTube Link 2013-03-20T16:12Z 27.2M followers, 23.3M engagements
"Why Good People Become Bad Bosses Jamie Woolf and Christopher Bell TED Youve probably had a bad boss but you might not realize how easy it is to become one. Leadership experts Jamie Woolf and Christopher Bell unpack power blindness how authority can warp your perspective and share smart practical ways to break the cycle of toxic bosses for good.(Recorded at TEDxSonomaCounty on March [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to a TED newsletter: https://ted.com/newsletters"
YouTube Link 2025-10-31T15:01Z 27.2M followers, 49.6K engagements
"On being wrong Kathryn Schulz http://www.ted.com Most of us will do anything to avoid being wrong. But what if we're wrong about that "Wrongologist" Kathryn Schulz makes a compelling case for not just admitting but embracing our fallibility. Kathryn Schultz TEDTalks TED talks Kathryn Schultz TEDTalks TED talks"
YouTube Link 2011-04-26T17:22Z 27.2M followers, 752.2K engagements
"How Every Child Can Thrive by Five @TED #shorts #MollyWright Molly Wright a student from Queensland Australia is a passionate advocate for early childhood development. At just seven years old she's one of the youngest people ever to give a TED Talk. Watch her full TED Talk: https://youtu.be/aISXCw0Pi94 TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks TED TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks TED"
YouTube Link 2023-12-26T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 605.3K engagements
"How Language Shapes the Way We Think Lera Boroditsky TED There are about [----] languages spoken around the world -- and they all have different sounds vocabularies and structures. But do they shape the way we think Cognitive scientist Lera Boroditsky shares examples of language -- from an Aboriginal community in Australia that uses cardinal directions instead of left and right to the multiple words for blue in Russian -- that suggest the answer is a resounding yes. "The beauty of linguistic diversity is that it reveals to us just how ingenious and how flexible the human mind is" Boroditsky"
YouTube Link 2018-05-02T14:45Z 27.2M followers, 15.7M engagements
"How to Unlock Your Flirting Superpowers Francesca Hogi TED What's the right way to flirt According to love coach Francesca Hogi it doesn't have to be shallow or creepy it can be a genuine chance for human connection. In this smart playful talk she gives a much-needed rethink on flirting that will help you feel confident spark chemistry and maybe even find love. (Recorded at TEDNext [----] on November [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to a TED newsletter:"
YouTube Link 2025-11-29T20:00Z 27.2M followers, 738.1K engagements
"A healthy economy should be designed to thrive not grow Kate Raworth What would a sustainable universally beneficial economy look like "Like a doughnut" says Oxford economist Kate Raworth. In a stellar eye-opening talk she explains how we can move countries out of the hole -- where people are falling short on life's essentials -- and create regenerative distributive economies that work within the planet's ecological limits. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and"
YouTube Link 2018-06-04T23:02Z 27.2M followers, 858.7K engagements
"Why You Feel Anxious Socializing (and What to Do about It) Fallon Goodman TED In crowds at parties meetings get-togethers with friends everyday interactions: social anxiety can show up as an unwelcome guest at any time. But why Psychologist Fallon Goodman digs into the source of social anxiety setting the record straight about this common condition with practical solutions to help you feel the most authentically "you" while out and about. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: http://ted.com/membership Follow TED Twitter:"
YouTube Link 2022-12-08T12:00Z 27.2M followers, 346.1K engagements
"How to Quit Your Job Without Ruining Your Career The Way We Work a TED series Stuck in an unfulfilling or stagnant job To achieve a smooth departure without burning bridges try this three-step exit strategy from career coach Gala Jackson. She'll help you move on to your next position with courage confidence and clarity. Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of"
YouTube Link 2023-03-01T15:46Z 27.2M followers, 164.1K engagements
"Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: We Should All Be Feminists TED We teach girls that they can have ambition but not too much . to be successful but not too successful or they'll threaten men says author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. In this classic talk that started a worldwide conversation about feminism Adichie asks that we begin to dream about and plan for a different fairer world -- of happier men and women who are truer to themselves. Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. The TED Talks channel features the"
YouTube Link 2017-05-15T19:35Z 27.2M followers, 273K engagements
"Lee Mokobe: A powerful poem about what it feels like to be transgender "I was the mystery of an anatomy a question asked but not answered" says poet Lee Mokobe a TED Fellow in this gripping and poetic exploration of identity and transition. It's a thoughtful reflection on bodies and the meanings poured into them. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science business global issues"
YouTube Link 2015-06-12T18:37Z 27.2M followers, 288.5K engagements
"The Exciting Perilous Journey Toward AGI Ilya Sutskever TED Just weeks before the management shakeup at OpenAI rocked Silicon Valley and made international news the company's cofounder and chief scientist Ilya Sutskever explored the transformative potential of artificial general intelligence (AGI) highlighting how it could surpass human intelligence and profoundly transform every aspect of life. Hear his take on the promises and perils of AGI and his optimistic case for how unprecedented collaboration will ensure its safe and beneficial development. (Recorded October [--] 2023) If you love"
YouTube Link 2023-11-20T22:32Z 27.2M followers, 887.8K engagements
"Every kid needs a champion Rita Pierson TED Rita Pierson a teacher for [--] years once heard a colleague say "They don't pay me to like the kids." Her response: "Kids don't learn from people they don't like.'" A rousing call to educators to believe in their students and actually connect with them on a real human personal level. Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the"
YouTube Link 2013-05-03T15:13Z 27.2M followers, 7.5M engagements
"What hallucination reveals about our minds Oliver Sacks Neurologist and author Oliver Sacks brings our attention to Charles Bonnett syndrome -- when visually impaired people experience lucid hallucinations. He describes the experiences of his patients in heartwarming detail and walks us through the biology of this under-reported phenomenon. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck"
YouTube Link 2009-09-18T16:26Z 27.2M followers, 6.1M engagements
"5x TED Speaker Gives You Communication Advice Julian Treasure How to Be a Better Human TED Whats more important in communication the content or the delivery Julian Treasure is a five-time TED speaker and the author of Sound Affects: How Sound Shapes Our Lives Our Wellbeing and Our Planet and he argues conscious listening is an invaluable tool for elevating conversations. Julian joins Chris to give advice on how to speak better the listening method that could save your marriage and how to be comfortable in silence. Follow Host: Chris Duffy (Instagram: @chrisiduffy chrisduffycomedy.com) Guest:"
YouTube Link 2025-10-15T20:00Z 27.2M followers, 60.7K engagements
"Sebastian Junger: Why veterans miss war Civilians don't miss war. But soldiers often do. Journalist Sebastian Junger shares his experience embedded with American soldiers at Restrepo an outpost in Afghanistan's Korengal Valley that saw heavy combat. Giving a look at the "altered state of mind" that comes with war he shows how combat gives soldiers an intense experience of connection. In the end could it actually be "the opposite of war" that soldiers miss TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers"
YouTube Link 2014-05-23T16:18Z 27.2M followers, 3M engagements
"Tim Brown urges designers to think big http://www.ted.com Tim Brown says the design profession is preoccupied with creating nifty fashionable objects -- even as pressing questions like clean water access show it has a bigger role to play. He calls for a shift to local collaborative participatory "design thinking." TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on design Jill Bolte Taylor"
YouTube Link 2009-09-30T18:18Z 27.2M followers, 741.7K engagements
"A pro wrestler's guide to confidence Mike Kinney You are more than you think you are says former pro wrestler Mike Kinney -- you just have to find what makes you unique and use it to your advantage. For years Kinney "turned up" the parts of himself that made him special as he invented and perfected his wrestling persona Cowboy Gator Magraw. In a talk equal parts funny and smart he brings his wisdom from the ring to everyday life sharing how we can all live more confidently and reach our full potential. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks"
YouTube Link 2017-11-13T19:06Z 27.2M followers, 183K engagements
"Why we laugh Sophie Scott Did you know that you're [--] times more likely to laugh if you're with somebody else than if you're alone Cognitive neuroscientist Sophie Scott shares this and other surprising facts about laughter in this fast-paced action-packed and yes hilarious dash through the science of the topic. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science business global issues"
YouTube Link 2015-04-30T15:35Z 27.2M followers, 1.1M engagements
"My stroke of insight Jill Bolte Taylor TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. Jill Bolte Taylor got a research opportunity few brain scientists would wish for: She had a massive stroke and watched as her brain functions -- motion speech self-awareness -- shut down one by one. An astonishing story. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on"
YouTube Link 2008-03-13T19:02Z 27.2M followers, 8.8M engagements
"How to start a movement Derek Sivers http://www.ted.com With help from some surprising footage Derek Sivers explains how movements really get started. (Hint: it takes two.) TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on design Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own stroke Nicholas Negroponte on One Laptop per Child Jane Goodall on chimpanzees Bill Gates on malaria and mosquitoes"
YouTube Link 2010-04-01T18:55Z 27.2M followers, 2.1M engagements
"Give yourself permission to be creative Ethan Hawke TED Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks transcripts translations personalized talk recommendations and more. Reflecting on moments that shaped his life actor Ethan Hawke examines how courageous expression promotes healing and connection with one another -- and invites you to discover your own unabashed creativity. "There is no path till you walk it" he says. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives"
YouTube Link 2020-08-11T14:29Z 27.2M followers, 3.5M engagements
"How to Succeed in Your New Job The Way We Work a TED series Starting a new job can be really scary but it doesn't have to be. Here's what career navigation expert Gorick Ng says are the keys to making a great first impression plus what you can do to ensure your new workplace is a great fit long term. The Way We Work is a TED original video series where leaders and thinkers offer practical wisdom and insight into how we can adapt and thrive amid changing workplace conventions. Visit https://go.ted.com/thewaywework for more If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to"
YouTube Link 2023-09-12T15:04Z 27.2M followers, 338.3K engagements
"Everything Is Improvisation Including This TED Talk Reggie Watts TED In this ode to improvisation musician and comedian Reggie Watts beatboxes raps loops his own rhythms and reflects upon the everyday power of turning the mundane into magic. After all he says we're all just making it up as we go along. (Recorded at TED2024 on April [--] 2024) If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED X: https://twitter.com/TEDTalks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted Facebook: https://facebook.com/TED"
YouTube Link 2024-10-07T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 156.8K engagements
"12 truths I learned from life and writing Anne Lamott A few days before she turned [--] writer Anne Lamott decided to write down everything she knew for sure. She dives into the nuances of being a human who lives in a confusing beautiful emotional world offering her characteristic life-affirming wisdom and humor on family writing the meaning of God death and more. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and"
YouTube Link 2017-07-13T14:56Z 27.2M followers, 759.9K engagements
"6 ways mushrooms can save the world Paul Stamets TED http://www.ted.com Mycologist Paul Stamets studies the mycelium -- and lists [--] ways that this astonishing fungus can help save the world. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. TED stands for Technology Entertainment Design and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science business development and the arts. Closed captions and translated subtitles in a variety of languages are now available on"
YouTube Link 2008-05-08T20:30Z 27.2M followers, 5.3M engagements
"The psychology of your future self Dan Gilbert "Human beings are works in progress that mistakenly think they're finished." Dan Gilbert shares recent research on a phenomenon he calls the "end of history illusion" where we somehow imagine that the person we are right now is the person we'll be for the rest of time. Hint: that's not the case. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus"
YouTube Link 2014-06-03T15:23Z 27.2M followers, 898.1K engagements
"The riddle of experience vs. memory Daniel Kahneman http://www.ted.com Using examples from vacations to colonoscopies Nobel laureate and founder of behavioral economics Daniel Kahneman reveals how our "experiencing selves" and our "remembering selves" perceive happiness differently. This new insight has profound implications for economics public policy -- and our own self-awareness. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included"
YouTube Link 2010-03-01T16:27Z 27.2M followers, 1.5M engagements
"How Video Games Can Power Up Your Parenting Hannah Boquet TED Parenting an eye-rolling teenager glued to a gaming system is not a simple feat but what if you could turn screen time into an opportunity for connection Hannah Boquet shares how she decided to play video games with her kids and discovered the power of esports to foster trust communication and essential life skills. Dive deeper into how you can strengthen family bonds support your childs development and maybe even be considered cool by your kid. (Recorded at TEDxSioux Falls on April [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference:"
YouTube Link 2025-11-22T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 146.1K engagements
"Parkour can help you rediscover your sense of play and adventure #TEDTalks Parkour isn't just for extreme athletes it's a life skill that can help anyone navigate the world more easily says professional parkour athlete Taylor Lynn Carpenter. She pulls off some slick vaults jumps dives and rolls onstage showing how the basic movements of parkour can help you maintain mobility overcome obstacles and rediscover your sense of adventure. TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks TED TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks TED"
YouTube Link 2026-01-03T20:00Z 27.2M followers, 63.9K engagements
"The thrilling potential of SixthSense technology Pranav Mistry http://www.ted.com At TEDIndia Pranav Mistry demos several tools that help the physical world interact with the world of data -- including a deep look at his SixthSense device and a new paradigm-shifting paper "laptop." In an onstage Q&A Mistry says he'll open-source the software behind SixthSense to open its possibilities to all. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers"
YouTube Link 2009-11-18T15:40Z 27.2M followers, 5.5M engagements
"Are you a giver or a taker Adam Grant In every workplace there are three basic kinds of people: givers takers and matchers. Organizational psychologist Adam Grant breaks down these personalities and offers simple strategies to promote a culture of generosity and keep self-serving employees from taking more than their share. Adam hosts the TED Audio Collective podcast WorkLife with Adam Grant--a show that takes you inside the minds of some of the world's most unusual professionals to discover the keys to a better work life. Listen to WorkLife with Adam Grant wherever you get your podcasts."
YouTube Link 2017-01-24T16:32Z 27.2M followers, 4.1M engagements
"The Secret to Telling a Great Story in Less Than [--] Seconds Jenny Hoyos TED For social media creator and viral video hitmaker @JennyHoyos the key to telling a great story is to keep it brief. She breaks down her framework for telling stories in [--] seconds or less that can gain millions of views online or simply elevate your everyday conversations. (Created in collaboration with @ignite; recorded at TEDNext [----] on October [--] 2024) If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED X:"
YouTube Link 2025-01-30T17:00Z 27.2M followers, 611.4K engagements
"How to know if its time to change careers The Way We Work a TED series Quitting your job can be scary but sometimes it's the best thing you can do for your career says entrepreneur Chieh Huang. He shares how to know when its time to move on -- and what can you do to prepare. The Way We Work is a TED original video series where leaders and thinkers offer practical wisdom and insight into how we can adapt and thrive amid changing workplace conventions. Visit https://go.ted.com/thewaywework for more TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks The Way We Work work TEDTalk TEDTalks TED Talk TED Talks The"
YouTube Link 2020-02-10T16:30Z 27.2M followers, 468.8K engagements
"This Is What Happens When You Reply to Spam Email James Veitch TED Suspicious emails: unclaimed insurance bonds diamond-encrusted safe deposit boxes close friends marooned in a foreign country. They pop up in our inboxes and standard procedure is to delete on sight. But what happens when you reply Follow along as writer and comedian James Veitch narrates a hilarious months-long exchange with a spammer who offered to cut him in on a hot deal. Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to"
YouTube Link 2016-02-01T17:01Z 27.2M followers, 58.5M engagements
"The power of believing that you can improve Carol Dweck TED Carol Dweck researches growth mindset the idea that we can grow our brain's capacity to learn and to solve problems. In this talk she describes two ways to think about a problem thats slightly too hard for you to solve. Are you not smart enough to solve it or have you just not solved it yet A great introduction to this influential field. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look"
YouTube Link 2014-12-17T16:28Z 27.2M followers, 7M engagements
"How Every Child Can Thrive by Five Molly Wright TED "What if I was to tell you that a game of peek-a-boo could change the world" asks seven-year-old Molly Wright one of the youngest-ever TED speakers. Breaking down the research-backed ways parents and caregivers can support children's healthy brain development Wright highlights the benefits of play on lifelong learning behavior and well-being sharing effective strategies to help all kids thrive by the age of five. She's joined onstage by one-year-old Ari and his dad Amarjot who help illustrate her big ideas about brain science. (This TED Talk"
YouTube Link 2021-08-09T15:00Z 27.2M followers, 10.3M engagements
"3 ways to build a happy marriage and avoid divorce George Blair-West Choosing to marry and share your life with someone is one of the most important decisions you can make in life. But with divorce rates approaching fifty percent in some parts of the world it's clear we could use some help picking a partner. In an actionable eye-opening talk psychiatrist George Blair-West shares three keys to preventing divorce -- and spotting potential problems while you're still dating. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED"
YouTube Link 2019-02-04T16:26Z 27.2M followers, 729.5K engagements
"The Art of Stillness Pico Iyer TED The place that travel writer Pico Iyer would most like to go Nowhere. In a counterintuitive and lyrical meditation Iyer takes a look at the incredible insight that comes with taking time for stillness. In our world of constant movement and distraction he teases out strategies we all can use to take back a few minutes out of every day or a few days out of every season. Its the talk for anyone who feels overwhelmed by the demands for our world. Learn how to make your travels truly transformative in Pico Iyers upcoming TED Course How to take a life-changing"
YouTube Link 2014-11-26T16:37Z 27.2M followers, 493.9K engagements
"Forget the Corporate Ladder Winners Take Risks Molly Graham TED Success in your career looks different for everyone but no matter your industry you'll need to take risks. Company and community builder Molly Graham shares three key skills to learn before jumping off the metaphorical cliff outlining a path off the corporate ladder and into true professional and personal growth. (Recorded at TEDNext [----] on October [--] 2024) If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED X:"
YouTube Link 2024-12-12T12:00Z 27.2M followers, 633.4K engagements
"The single biggest reason why start-ups succeed Bill Gross TED Bill Gross has founded a lot of start-ups and incubated many others and he got curious about why some succeeded and others failed. So he gathered data from hundreds of companies his own and other people's and ranked each company on five key factors. He found one factor that stands out from the others and surprised even him. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on"
YouTube Link 2015-06-01T21:02Z 27.2M followers, 7M engagements
"How to find work you love Scott Dinsmore Scott Dinsmore quit a job that made him miserable and spent the next four years wondering how to find work that was joyful and meaningful. He shares what he learned in this deceptively simple talk about finding out what matters to you and then getting started doing it. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science business global issues the"
YouTube Link 2015-10-09T15:47Z 27.2M followers, 1.1M engagements
"The Secret Ingredients of Great Hospitality Will Guidara TED 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 experience for some out-of-town customers craving authentic New York City street food. The move earned such a positive reaction that Guidara began pursuing this kind of "unreasonable hospitality" full-time seeking out ways to create extraordinary experiences and give people more than they could ever possibly expect. In this funny and heartwarming talk he shares three steps to crafting truly"
YouTube Link 2022-10-31T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 719.7K engagements
"How to deal with your insomnia and finally get to sleep Sleeping with Science Having trouble falling asleep or staying asleep Alcohol sleeping pills or drugs like marijuana help you in the short-term but theyre only a quick fix says sleep scientist Matt Walker. There is however one proven way to treat your insomnia and help you get the zzzs you need. Sleep -- we spend one-third of our lives doing it but what exactly do we get out of it And how can we do it better In this TED series sleep scientist Matt Walker uncovers the facts and secrets behind our nightly slumber. Check out more episodes"
YouTube Link 2021-12-15T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 506.2K engagements
"The harm reduction model of drug addiction treatment Mark Tyndall Why do we still think that drug use is a law-enforcement issue Making drugs illegal does nothing to stop people from using them says public health expert Mark Tyndall. So what might work Tyndall shares community-based research that shows how harm-reduction strategies like safe-injection sites are working to address the drug overdose crisis. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk"
YouTube Link 2018-05-09T15:12Z 27.2M followers, 182.1K engagements
"Alison Gopnik: What do babies think http://www.ted.com "Babies and young children are like the R&D division of the human species" says psychologist Alison Gopnik. Her research explores the sophisticated intelligence-gathering and decision-making that babies are really doing when they play. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on design Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own"
YouTube Link 2011-10-10T18:44Z 27.2M followers, 432.2K engagements
"How to Claim Your Leadership Power Michael Timms TED When faced with challenges do you often seek someone else to blame Leadership expert Michael Timms shows why this instinct is counterproductive highlighting three effective habits of self-accountability that will empower you and others to make positive change whether at home or at work. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: https://ted.com/membership Follow TED X: https://twitter.com/TEDTalks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ted Facebook: https://facebook.com/TED"
YouTube Link 2024-07-23T14:54Z 27.2M followers, 1.6M engagements
"Renny Gleeson: [---] the story of a page not found http://www.ted.com Oops Nobody wants to see the 404: Page Not Found. But as Renny Gleeson shows us while he runs through a slideshow of creative and funny [---] pages every error is really a chance to build a better relationship. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change Philippe Starck on design Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own stroke Nicholas"
YouTube Link 2012-05-11T15:27Z 27.2M followers, 235.4K engagements
"AI Is Dangerous but Not for the Reasons You Think Sasha Luccioni TED AI won't kill us all but that doesn't make it trustworthy. Instead of getting distracted by future existential risks AI ethics researcher Sasha Luccioni thinks we need to focus on the technology's current negative impacts like emitting carbon infringing copyrights and spreading biased information. She offers practical solutions to regulate our AI-filled future so it's inclusive and transparent. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas:"
YouTube Link 2023-11-06T12:00Z 27.2M followers, 1.9M engagements
"What is melatonin -- and should you take it to fall asleep Sleeping with Science Melatonin is the hormone that tells our brains and bodies its time to sleep. But if you think melatonin supplements will significantly improve your ability to fall asleep and stay asleep you may have been misled. Sleep scientist Matt Walker shares how this hormone of darkness really works. Sleep -- we spend one-third of our lives doing it but what exactly do we get out of it And how can we do it better In this TED series sleep scientist Matt Walker uncovers the facts and secrets behind our nightly slumber. Check"
YouTube Link 2021-12-01T16:00Z 27.2M followers, 565.3K engagements
"Do You Really Need [--] Hours of Sleep Every Night Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter TED When you can't sleep you're desperate for help. And there's a booming industry waiting to tell you all the ways a lack of sleep can ruin your health -- and to sell you fancy gadgets to help you finally doze off. Shedding light on this flawed doomsday messaging Dr. Jen Gunter explains why you shouldn't lose sleep over sleep -- and what to do instead. (For more on how your body works tune in to her podcast Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter from the TED Audio Collective.) Think you know how your body works Think"
YouTube Link 2022-11-02T14:37Z 27.2M followers, 4.5M engagements
"How to Solve the Education Crisis for Boys and Men Richard Reeves TED While studying inequality and social mobility Richard Reeves made a surprising discovery: in some countries like the US and UK boys are drastically lagging behind girls across many academic measures. He explains why these struggles in school are indicative of the larger crises facing boys and men -- and outlines how society could thoughtfully tackle these challenges to work towards a more inclusive equitable future. (Followed by a Q&A with head of TED Chris Anderson) If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED"
YouTube Link 2023-06-21T12:03Z 27.2M followers, 156.7K engagements
"The illusion of consciousness Dan Dennett http://www.ted.com Philosopher Dan Dennett makes a compelling argument that not only don't we understand our own consciousness but that half the time our brains are actively fooling us. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers are invited to give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes. TED stands for Technology Entertainment and Design and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science business politics and the arts. Watch the Top [--] TEDTalks on TED.com at"
YouTube Link 2007-05-03T21:54Z 27.2M followers, 1.8M engagements
"What it was like to grow up under China's one-child policy Nanfu Wang China's one-child policy ended in [----] but we're just beginning to understand what it was like to live under the program says TED Fellow and documentary filmmaker Nanfu Wang. With footage from her film "One Child Nation" she shares untold stories that reveal the policy's complex consequences and expose the creeping power of propaganda. Get TED Talks recommended just for you Learn more at https://www.ted.com/signup. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's"
YouTube Link 2019-09-10T15:44Z 27.2M followers, 1.1M engagements
"5 Parenting Tips for Raising Resilient Self-Reliant Kids Tameka Montgomery TED How do you raise kids to step outside of their comfort zones and unlock their inner potential It all starts with helping them develop a resilient mindset. Mother and business owner Tameka Montgomery makes the case for cultivating an entrepreneurial outlook at an early age -- and offers five strategies for emboldening young minds to embrace opportunities and solve their own problems no matter the path they choose. If you love watching TED Talks like this one become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading"
YouTube Link 2022-10-06T11:00Z 27.2M followers, 272K engagements
"Why schools need to embrace kids' creativity Sir Ken Robinson Watch the full talk: http://tedtalks.social/creativity A clip from Sir Ken Robinson's TED Talk "Do schools kill creativity" from TED2006 Sir Ken Robinson makes an entertaining and profoundly moving case for creating an education system that nurtures (rather than undermines) creativity. The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus"
YouTube Link 2021-06-21T15:13Z 27.2M followers, 145.1K engagements
"The jobs we'll lose to machines -- and the ones we won't Anthony Goldbloom Machine learning isn't just for simple tasks like assessing credit risk and sorting mail anymore -- today it's capable of far more complex applications like grading essays and diagnosing diseases. With these advances comes an uneasy question: Will a robot do your job in the future TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and"
YouTube Link 2016-08-31T15:56Z 27.2M followers, 646K engagements
"My year of saying yes to everything Shonda Rhimes Shonda Rhimes the titan behind Grey's Anatomy Scandal and How to Get Away With Murder is responsible for some [--] hours of television per season and she loves to work. "When I am hard at work when I am deep in it there is no other feeling" she says. She has a name for this feeling: The hum. The hum is a drug the hum is music the hum is God's whisper in her ear. But what happens when it stops Is she anything besides the hum In this moving talk join Rhimes on a journey through her "year of yes" and find out how she got her hum back. TEDTalks is a"
YouTube Link 2016-03-09T17:07Z 27.2M followers, 1.8M engagements
"If I controlled the Internet Rives http://www.ted.com How many poets could cram eBay Friendster and Monster.com into 3-minute poem worthy of a standing ovation Enjoy Rives' unique talent. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers are invited to give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes -- including speakers such as Jill Bolte Taylor Sir Ken Robinson Hans Rosling Al Gore and Arthur Benjamin. TED stands for Technology Entertainment and Design and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science"
YouTube Link 2006-12-25T17:58Z 27.2M followers, 398.8K engagements
"The most mysterious star in the universe Tabetha Boyajian Something massive with roughly [----] times the area of Earth is blocking the light coming from a distant star known as KIC [-------] and nobody is quite sure what it is. As astronomer Tabetha Boyajian investigated this perplexing celestial object a colleague suggested something unusual: Could it be an alien-built megastructure Such an extraordinary idea would require extraordinary evidence. In this talk Boyajian gives us a look at how scientists search for and test hypotheses when faced with the unknown. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast"
YouTube Link 2016-04-29T16:32Z 27.2M followers, 6.7M engagements
"The Art of Reading Minds Oz Pearlman TED Have you ever wanted to read someone's mind Mentalist Oz Pearlman is billed as one of the world's greatest mind readers . and yet he says he doesn't have any special powers. In this spectacular talk meets psychic-inspired magic show he demonstrates his skills on a live audience in the TED theater. (Recorded at TED2025 on April [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe to a TED newsletter: https://ted.com/newsletters Follow TED X:"
YouTube Link 2025-11-02T16:01Z 27.2M followers, 2.1M engagements
"Can Big Tech and Privacy Coexist Carole Cadwalladr and Chris Anderson TED "If you can't respect the basic fundamental underlying principles with which we order society which is 'Do not steal' then what are you left with" asks investigative journalist Carole Cadwalladr. Following her TED2025 talk Cadwalladr is in conversation with Chris Anderson head of TED to warn about surveillance fascism. What happens when big Silicon Valley companies take over communication platforms and weaponize intellectual property against you She suggests that when you feel powerless it's often actually because you"
YouTube Link 2025-04-23T16:02Z 27.2M followers, 60.2K engagements
"Inside a Dark Web Kill List Carl Miller TED Who pays for an assassin on the internet Dark web researcher Carl Miller spent years tracking down the answer to this question. In this chilling talk he shares how he uncovered real kill orders placed online by seemingly ordinary individuals and gives an unsettling look at what drives people to the brink. (Note: This talk contains descriptions of violence.) (Recorded at TEDxManchester on March [--] 2025) Join us in person at a TED conference: https://tedtalks.social/events Become a TED Member to support our mission: https://ted.com/membership Subscribe"
YouTube Link 2025-09-25T15:01Z 27.2M followers, 913.2K engagements
"The genius of the London Tube Map Small Thing Big Idea a TED series Design legend Michael Bierut tells the story of the accidental success of one of the most famous maps in the world -- the London Tube Map. Small Thing Big Idea a TED original series celebrates the lasting genius of everyday objects so perfectly designed that they changed the world around them. Check out more here: https://go.ted.com/STBI Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/TED TEDTalk TEDTalks Michael Bierut design transportation history map London Tube London Tube Map TEDTalk TEDTalks Michael Bierut design"
YouTube Link 2018-11-03T16:36Z 27.2M followers, 420.2K engagements
"Got a Meeting Take a Walk Nilofer Merchant TED Nilofer Merchant suggests a small idea that just might have a big impact on your life and health: Next time you have a one-on-one meeting make it into a "walking meeting" -- and let ideas flow while you walk and talk. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in [--] minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology Entertainment and Design -- plus science business global issues the arts and much more. Find closed captions and"
YouTube Link 2013-04-29T15:19Z 27.2M followers, 698.6K engagements
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