In this episode of TED Talks Daily, host Elise Hu moderates a discussion with Manoush Zomorodi (TED Radio Hour), Modupe Akinola (TED Business), and Sherrell Dorsey (TED Tech) to reflect on the past year (2025) and offer insights into 2026. The hosts share personal anecdotes, discuss impactful ideas related to technology, sustainability, and business, and challenge certain trends like the over-reliance on AI and the pressure to constantly optimize. They also explore surprises, such as the potential of sustainable cement and the lessons from urban otter populations, and express hopes for the future, including ethical AI implementation, sustainable practices, and a focus on human connection and well-being. The conversation concludes with recommendations for cultural consumption and personal practices that keep them inspired.
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