Thirty years into the opioid crisis, we still struggle to find other options for pain relief. This hour, TED speakers... more

Can otters be city dwellers? Are aliens real? Do we have to experience misery to understand happiness? On this episode,... more

It's easy to focus on the nuances that get lost in translation, but what about the insights that are found?... more

Emotions sometimes feel overwhelming and debilitating—but science-backed tools can help us wrangle them. This hour, neuroscientist Ethan Kross shares research... more

"The birds and the bees" may be a euphemism for human reproduction, but procreation of actual winged animals is far... more

From our favorite songs to our own voices, we're surrounded by sound all day. But how does all this noise... more

To move forward, the United States must confront its history of racial inequality. This hour, three perspectives on looking to... more

Finding "the one" can seem like life's ultimate goal—but should it be? This hour, TED speakers expand the definition of... more

Original broadcast date: February 24, 2023. You don't need to be big and boisterous to pack a punch. This hour,... more

From creating "synthetic" memories to reviving ruined monuments, tech no longer simply stores the past—it can enhance it. This hour,... more