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TED Talks Daily

Want TED Talks on the go? Everyday, this feed brings you our latest talks in audio format. Hear thought-provoking ideas on every subject imaginable – from Artificial Intelligence to Zoology, and everything in between – given by the world's leading thinkers and doers. This collection of talks, given at TED and TEDx conferences around the globe, is also available in video format. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

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How sci-fi informs our climate future — and what to do next | Zainab Usman

13 Feb 2024
10m
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This podcast episode focuses on the challenges of collective action against climate change in a fragmented world, emphasizing the need for international cooperation. It explores the dangers of exclusive innovation, the importance of prioritizing consumer gains and welfare, and the need for global standards to govern th...

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Life's an obstacle course — here's how to navigate it | Maryam Banikarim

12 Feb 2024
11m
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This podcast episode explores the journey of an Iranian immigrant woman, highlighting her experiences during the Iranian Revolution, immigration to California, and personal struggles. It emphasizes the importance of perseverance, finding belonging, and community engagement in the face of adversity.

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The hidden world of stadium deals | Good Sport

11 Feb 2024
30m
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This podcast episode emphasizes the complexities and controversies surrounding stadium deals, with negotiations often involving significant financial burdens for taxpayers and limited transparency. Team owners frequently use the threat of relocation as leverage to gain concessions from cities, exploiting emotional atta...

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An NFL quarterback on overcoming setbacks and self-doubt | Alex Smith

10 Feb 2024
13m
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This episode covers the struggles and triumphs of a football player as he navigates injury, anxiety, and self-doubt, eventually triumphing with the aid of his coach, a teammate, his wife, and a physical therapist.

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The climate solutions worth funding — now | Jonathan Foley

08 Feb 2024
10m
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This podcast episode focuses on the urgency of addressing climate change through early action, immediate solutions, and scientific guidance. It emphasizes the need for a balanced approach that considers multiple sectors, equity, and justice. The speaker calls for redoubling efforts and listening to science to solve the...

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6 tips on being a successful entrepreneur | John Mullins

07 Feb 2024
15m
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This podcast episode delves into the unique mindsets and strategies adopted by entrepreneurs that defy conventional business practices. It emphasizes the importance of adaptability, problem-solving, and customer-centricity in achieving entrepreneurial success. Additionally, it highlights innovative approaches to resour...

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What makes someone vote against their political party? | Sarah Longwell

06 Feb 2024
11m
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This podcast episode highlights the challenges of persuading voters to prioritize democratic principles over tribalism. Voters often overlook authoritarian tendencies to satisfy their tribal belonging. Swing voters care less about democracy threat and more about social issues. Rekindling the love of democracy requires ...

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Wild, intricate sculptures — made out of my hair | Laetitia Ky

05 Feb 2024
8m
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This podcast episode features the artistic journey of a sculptor who creates intricate works of art from natural hair and wire, advocating for gender equality and women's empowerment. The artist's personal experiences inspire her subjects, tackling topics such as body autonomy, self-love, and challenging taboos. Educat...

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How to think critically about history — and why it matters | How to Be a Better Human

04 Feb 2024
28m
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You don't actually know what your future self wants | Shankar Vedantam

03 Feb 2024
14m
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This podcast episode delves into the evolving nature of our identity and the impact it has on our decisions and relationships. The speaker explores the illusion of continuity, where we envision ourselves as having an unchanging sense of self throughout time. Real-life examples illustrate how our values and preferences ...

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How babies think about danger | Shari Liu

02 Feb 2024
10m
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This podcast episode explores surprising findings about babies' understanding of danger, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on developmental psychology studies, and the variability in human development among babies.

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Lessons from the past on adapting to climate change | Laprisha Berry Daniels

01 Feb 2024
8m
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This podcast episode delves into historical lessons from past climate events to illustrate strategies for adapting to future crises. It highlights the resilience and adaptation strategies employed by families who moved from the South to Detroit in the 1950s, drawing parallels to the challenges of climate change today. ...

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Leadership in the age of AI | Paul Hudson and Lindsay Levin

31 Jan 2024
17m
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This podcast episode delves into the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and sustainability on the modern workplace, as well as the evolving role of CEOs in today's complex business environment.

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A reframing of masculinity, rooted in empathy | Gary Barker

30 Jan 2024
13m
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This podcast episode explores the correlation between masculinity and violence, early manhood issues, and the importance of fostering care and empathy in boys and men. The speaker highlights the harmful norms associated with traditional masculinity, its impact on male mortality, and the need to address these issues to ...

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What if a simple blood test could detect cancer? | Hani Goodarzi

29 Jan 2024
6m
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This podcast episode unveils the discovery of orphan non-coding RNAs (oncRNAs), a novel type of RNA associated with cancer that holds immense potential for non-invasive cancer detection, classification, and monitoring. OncRNAs provide a digital molecular barcode that reflects the tumor's biology and offers insights int...

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Could AI give you X-ray vision? | Tara Boroushaki

26 Jan 2024
6m
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This podcast episode examines the captivating potential of augmented reality (AR) headsets and AI algorithms in granting us real-life X-ray vision, bringing us closer to the magical world of Harry Potter. These technologies promise to unlock new possibilities in various industries, from enhancing warehouse operations t...

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Can a simple brick be the next great battery? | John O'Donnell

25 Jan 2024
9m
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This podcast episode explores the importance of decarbonizing industrial heat and discusses innovative approaches to storing heat for industrial applications. It also introduces Rondo, a company that has developed a revolutionary heat battery technology that can store energy from renewable sources and deliver clean hea...

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Advice for leaders on creating a culture of belonging | Melonie D. Parker

24 Jan 2024
19m
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This podcast episode discusses Google's response to the global racial equity movement, their partnerships with HBCUs to promote diversity, the challenges and opportunities in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) in the workplace, and the importance of belonging in the workplace.

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Your creative superpowers can help protect democracy | Sofia Ongele

23 Jan 2024
9m
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This podcast emphasizes the power of unconventional methods and individual action in promoting social change and strengthening democracy. It highlights how coding and social media can be leveraged to raise awareness, organize efforts, and mobilize communities towards a common goal. The speaker's unique approach to acti...

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Do gut microbes control your personality? | Kathleen McAuliffe

22 Jan 2024
10m
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This podcast episode unveils the intricate relationship between our gut bacteria and various aspects of our health and well-being, including behavior, mood, and mental health. It delves into the fascinating world of gut microbes, their communication with the brain, and their influence on our emotions, cognition, and ev...

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