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What one founder's past says about AI's future

To understand AI, you need to hear Mustafa Suleyman's story. From youth hotline founder to DeepMind creator and Microsoft AI... more

20 Dec 2024 · 51 minutes
New year, new habits: Fixing time management mistakes in 2025

A new year is a fresh opportunity to take control of our time, but a lot of hacks don't actually... more

18 Dec 2024 · 15 minutes
We resist change and surprises—but shock can shift our lives for the better

Being jolted out of the everyday can be a good thing. From an elaborate farce, to benign naughtiness, to a... more

13 Dec 2024 · 51 minutes
The great food rescue

The average American household throws away $200 of food each month. How can we get more food onto plates and... more

06 Dec 2024 · 51 minutes
Living Longer ... And Better

In some pockets of the world, people have a higher chance of living longer. So how do they do it?... more

29 Nov 2024 · 51 minutes
Life can be so awkward. Here's how to embrace the embarrassing

Forgetting a name, a poorly executed hug, the 7th grade — awkwardness is part of our lives whether we like... more

22 Nov 2024 · 49 minutes
Making sense of the sun

The sun rises and sets every day of our lives, but it still holds many mysteries. This hour, TED speakers... more

20 Nov 2024 · 49 minutes
What we—and AI—can learn from nature's intelligence

Artificial intelligence is powerful, but what about natural intelligence? This hour, TED speakers explore the intrinsic genius in animal language,... more

08 Nov 2024 · 49 minutes
A guide to being brave in relationships

From sustaining a marriage to making new friends, forming connections requires courage. This hour, TED speakers guide us through being... more

01 Nov 2024 · 49 minutes
The mysteries that lie beneath

From our planet's underwater caves to its ancient soils, there are entire worlds right beneath our feet. This hour, we... more

25 Oct 2024 · 49 minutes
Approaches to life: Improvise, pivot or plan

Big life decisions are never easy. Should you follow a plan? Make a hard pivot? Improvise as you go? This... more

18 Oct 2024 · 49 minutes
Monday — Friday: Making the most of the workweek

Week in, week out, we work. But what can we do to not lose ourselves in the 9-to-5 grind? This... more

11 Oct 2024 · 49 minutes
Augmenting Humans

From robot helpers to smart body parts, the line between humans and machines is blurring. This hour, TED speakers design... more

04 Oct 2024 · 49 minutes
The double-edged nature of parenting, mental health and artificial intelligence

There are two sides to every coin — and sometimes our strengths become weaknesses. This hour, TED speakers explore the... more

27 Sep 2024 · 49 minutes
Secrets to successful teamwork

We all work in teams, from families, to companies, and everything in between. So what's the secret to doing it... more

20 Sep 2024 · 49 minutes
The hidden role of friction in our lives

We encounter friction every day — in all its forms — as we brush our teeth, go for a jog,... more

13 Sep 2024 · 49 minutes
The state of fashion

Whether you love or hate fashion, we all have to get dressed in the morning. And the industry affects us... more

06 Sep 2024 · 49 minutes
Unapologetically loud women who push boundaries — but not without pushback

Sometimes, the only way to make an impact is to be loud. This hour, three female performers talk about the... more

30 Aug 2024 · 49 minutes
How we repair and strengthen our most important relationships

It's never too late to make things right—even when cracks form within our relationships with our families, our environment...or the... more

23 Aug 2024 · 49 minutes
The day the dinosaurs died

What happened in the days, even hours, after an asteroid set off the fifth extinction? A New Jersey quarry, and... more

16 Aug 2024 · 49 minutes
Short Wave: Big Bang Revisited

We've got a special episode for you today from our friends at Short Wave. We all think about the Big... more

14 Aug 2024 · 15 minutes
Going incognito, where nothing is as it seems

Everything is not what it seems. We can easily disguise ourselves in both the digital and physical world. This hour,... more

09 Aug 2024 · 49 minutes
How our relationships are changing in the age of "artificial intimacy"

Early adopters are flocking to AI bots for therapy, friendship, even love. How will these relationships impact us? MIT sociologist... more

02 Aug 2024 · 49 minutes
Investigating true crime in the animal kingdom

True crime mysteries can be dark and thrilling. But what if humans can't crack the case? What if the suspect... more

26 Jul 2024 · 49 minutes
Sports psychology for everyday life

The thrill of victory; the agony of defeat. Sports cliches are everywhere. But what does it actually take to think... more

19 Jul 2024 · 50 minutes
DIY: There's a problem and only you can fix it

When problems arise, it's tempting to wait for someone else to address it. But sometimes, the only person who can... more

12 Jul 2024 · 50 minutes
Body Electric: If a bot relationship FEELS real, should we care that it's not?

Thanks to advances in AI, chatbots can act as personalized therapists, companions, and romantic partners. The apps offering these services... more

09 Jul 2024 · 27 minutes
What we'll eat on a warmer planet

From the farm, to the lab, to our tables, what we eat and how it's grown is changing. Agriculture contributes... more

05 Jul 2024 · 50 minutes
Bringing abandoned places back to life

Lots left vacant, offices full of equipment but devoid of people, entire villages literally left to the wolves--this hour, TED... more

28 Jun 2024 · 50 minutes
What's driving generations apart—and ideas to bring them together

Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, Gen Z seem to be more divided than ever. But why are tensions running high now?... more

21 Jun 2024 · 50 minutes
Our oceans are in danger ... but it's not too late.

For centuries, humans have relied on the oceans for resources and food... but even the deepest sea has its limits.... more

14 Jun 2024 · 50 minutes
Body Electric: Type, tap, scroll, BREATHE! How our tech use impacts our breath

Do you have "screen apnea"? Our special series Body Electric continues with former Microsoft executive Linda Stone who coined the... more

11 Jun 2024 · 25 minutes
Pain Relief: New approaches to how we live with pain

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

07 Jun 2024 · 50 minutes
A Love Letter to the Ocean: Life, death and mating in the sea

Oceans cover nearly 75% of the Earth. While they seem vast and frightening, they're also enchanting and whimsical. This hour,... more

31 May 2024 · 50 minutes
Body Electric: Your earbuds and you—what all that listening is doing to us

Our special series, Body Electric, is back! This time, host Manoush Zomorodi does a deep dive into our headphone habits...... more

28 May 2024 · 22 minutes
They/Them, LatinX, Rigged: The history behind three words

Words are never just words. They carry context and controversy; they can signal identity or sow discord. This week, TED... more

24 May 2024 · 50 minutes
The Future of Sustainability: Repair, repurpose, reimagine

"Reduce, reuse, recycle." We've heard that for decades - but does it work? This hour, TED speakers reimagine the well-known... more

17 May 2024 · 50 minutes
Our Tech has a Climate Problem: Here's how we solve it

AI, EVs, and satellites are tackling the climate crisis. But they have environmental downsides. This hour, TED speakers explain how... more

10 May 2024 · 50 minutes
Changing Our Minds: Why we should admit when we're wrong

Original broadcast date: Friday, December 3, 2021. Admitting we're wrong is painful — even seen as a sign of weakness.... more

03 May 2024 · 50 minutes
The Public Commons: Building public spaces that actually serve the public

Original broadcast date: July 23, 2021. How can we create public places that feel welcoming and safe for everyone? This... more

26 Apr 2024 · 51 minutes
So Awkward: How to embrace the embarrassing

Forgetting a name, a poorly executed hug, the 7th grade — awkwardness is part of our lives whether we like... more

19 Apr 2024 · 50 minutes
What's In A Face: How technology uses our faces

Original broadcast date: December 9, 2022. We think our faces are our own. But technology can use them to identify,... more

12 Apr 2024 · 50 minutes
Addiction, Motherhood, and Jesus with writer Anne Lamott

Writer Anne Lamott has garnered a cult following with her shockingly honest prose on love, death, faith, writing and more.... more

05 Apr 2024 · 50 minutes
Animal Enigmas: Uncovering the mysteries of the animal kingdom

Original broadcast date: July 14, 2023. From the bugs in our backyards to prehistoric reptiles, animal biology and behavior are... more

29 Mar 2024 · 50 minutes
A More Walkable World: Ideas to get us moving

We know walking is good for our bodies, our communities, and our planet. But our car-centric cities and screen-filled lives... more

22 Mar 2024 · 50 minutes
Audacious Solutions

Original broadcast date: June 30, 2023. Big problems need audacious solutions. This hour, TED speakers use data and common sense... more

15 Mar 2024 · 50 minutes
Natural Intelligence: What we and AI can learn from nature

Artificial intelligence is powerful, but what about natural intelligence? This hour, TED speakers explore the intrinsic genius in animal language,... more

08 Mar 2024 · 50 minutes
Memory And The Brain

Original broadcast date: December 23, 2022. Our brains are magnificently complex - and highly fallible. This hour, neuroscientist and novelist... more

01 Mar 2024 · 50 minutes
Retracing Their Steps

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

23 Feb 2024 · 50 minutes
Heartache

Original broadcast date: October 1, 2021. When stress, fear or sadness weigh on us, our hearts can suffer — even... more

16 Feb 2024 · 50 minutes
Doppelgangers

The term can refer to a double, a ghost, a shadow. But it can mean much more. From our online... more

09 Feb 2024 · 50 minutes
What Leadership Looks Like

Original broadcast date: April 29, 2022. From workplaces to schools to national governments, leaders everywhere are being called on to... more

02 Feb 2024 · 50 minutes
Brain Hacks

We're entering a new era of brain monitoring and enhancement, but what are the ethical implications? This hour, TED speakers... more

26 Jan 2024 · 51 minutes
Take Care

Original broadcast date: April 8, 2022. Giving and receiving care—it's a natural part of life. But how do we offer... more

19 Jan 2024 · 50 minutes
Flip the Script

There's a lot to keep us up at night. How do we manage our time, navigate financial uncertainty, escape a... more

12 Jan 2024 · 51 minutes
Ten Percent Happier with Dan Harris: How to Start A Meditation Practice

In the interest of New Year's resolutions, we're bringing you this bonus episode from our friends at the Ten Percent... more

10 Jan 2024 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
Stay Resolved

Original Broadcast Date: January 13, 2023. Resolutions are easy to make, even easier to break. But what if a story... more

05 Jan 2024 · 50 minutes
Future You

Original broadcast date: June 16, 2023. Who will you be in 10 years? In 20 years? Envisioning how you will... more

29 Dec 2023 · 51 minutes
Daily habits of a longevity expert

Dan Buettner is a National Geographic Fellow who researches Blue Zones, regions of the world where people tend to live... more

27 Dec 2023 · 14 minutes
Living Longer ... And Better

In some pockets of the world, people have a higher chance of living longer. So how do they do it?... more

22 Dec 2023 · 51 minutes
What it takes to be an Antarctic explorer today

Ariel Waldman is a filmmaker and Antarctic explorer who first appeared in our 2021 episode, "Through the Looking Glass." Since... more

20 Dec 2023 · 19 minutes
Found In Translation

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

15 Dec 2023 · 50 minutes
Shock Value

Being jolted out of the everyday can be a good thing. From an elaborate farce, to benign naughtiness, to a... more

08 Dec 2023 · 51 minutes
For All Eternity

Original broadcast date: January 27, 2023. Information feels more accessible than ever, but the ways we store data are surprisingly... more

01 Dec 2023 · 50 minutes
What Topples Democracies

Around the world, democratic ideals are being tested in surprising ways. As the curtains rise on a big election year,... more

24 Nov 2023 · 51 minutes
The Food Connection

Original broadcast date: September 3, 2021. Food is one of life's greatest pleasures, yet many of our food systems are... more

17 Nov 2023 · 50 minutes
Paradise Lost And Found

We often view paradise as a place of safety, beauty, tranquility. It's an ideal we long for, but one we... more

10 Nov 2023 · 52 minutes
Body Electric Part 6: Walk Into The Future

In part six: host Manoush Zomorodi digs into the preliminary results of the listener study with Columbia University researcher Keith... more

07 Nov 2023 · 34 minutes
Small But Mighty

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

03 Nov 2023 · 51 minutes
Body Electric Part 5: The Mind-Body-Tech Connection

In part five: host Manoush Zomorodi investigates what information overload does to our physical and mental health. Could our tech... more

31 Oct 2023 · 26 minutes
Leaving A Mark

Original broadcast date: November 4, 2022. For millennia, humans have created artifacts of their lives — from art, to books,... more

27 Oct 2023 · 50 minutes
Body Electric Part 4: Below the Belt

In part four: host Manoush Zomorodi explores the connection between our posture and our mood. A lot of us associate... more

24 Oct 2023 · 24 minutes
Loudmouths

Sometimes, the only way to make an impact is to be loud. This hour, three female performers talk about the... more

20 Oct 2023 · 50 minutes
Body Electric Part 3: Why Our Eyes Are Elongating

In part three: host Manoush Zomorodi explores how our tech habits are causing our eyes to change shape—to elongate—which causes... more

17 Oct 2023 · 24 minutes
Life Stages of the Brain

Original broadcast date: March 5, 2021. In each stage of life, our brains morph and change. This hour, TED speakers... more

13 Oct 2023 · 50 minutes
Body Electric Part 2: When Human Met Desk

In part two: host Manoush Zomorodi delves into how we met and fell hard for the personal computer—and why we... more

10 Oct 2023 · 23 minutes
Relationship Repair

It's never too late to make things right—even when cracks form within our relationships with our families, our environment...or the... more

06 Oct 2023 · 52 minutes
Body Electric Part 1: The Body Through The Ages

In this special series, host Manoush Zomorodi investigates the relationship between our technology and our bodies and asks: How are... more

03 Oct 2023 · 28 minutes
Introducing Body Electric

We've got a special 6-part series with an interactive twist coming your way: On Body Electric, TED Radio Hour host... more

02 Oct 2023 · 2 minutes
Crimes in the Wild

Original broadcast date: October 21, 2022. True crime mysteries can be dark and thrilling. But what if humans can't crack... more

29 Sep 2023 · 50 minutes
Monday — Friday

Week in, week out, we work. But what can we do to not lose ourselves in the 9-to-5 grind? This... more

22 Sep 2023 · 50 minutes
Sound And Silence

Original broadcast date: October 16, 2020. Sound surrounds us, from cacophony even to silence. But depending on how we hear,... more

15 Sep 2023 · 50 minutes
Abandoned Places

Lots left vacant, offices full of equipment but devoid of people, entire villages literally left to the wolves--this hour, TED... more

08 Sep 2023 · 50 minutes
Late Bloomers

Original broadcast date: November 11, 2022. Many of us feel pressure to hit big life milestones on a timeline. But... more

01 Sep 2023 · 50 minutes
Stay Hungry, Stay Foolish

Original broadcast date: September 23, 2022. From hippie culture to the first personal computers, Stewart Brand has been key to... more

25 Aug 2023 · 50 minutes
We Contain Multitudes

Original broadcast date: September 9, 2022. In an era dominated by labels, how can we fully embrace the nuances of... more

18 Aug 2023 · 51 minutes
Cuts Both Ways

There are two sides to every coin — and sometimes our strengths become weaknesses. This hour, TED speakers explore the... more

11 Aug 2023 · 50 minutes
What Lies Beneath

Original broadcast date: March 11, 2022. From our planet's underwater caves to its ancient soils, there are entire worlds right... more

04 Aug 2023 · 50 minutes
The Age of Fraud

Fraud is everywhere around us — but not everyone steals for the same reasons. This hour, forensic accountant Kelly Richmond... more

28 Jul 2023 · 50 minutes
Through the Looking Glass

Original broadcast date: Friday, March 19, 2021. Our senses can only take us so far in understanding the world. But... more

21 Jul 2023 · 50 minutes
Animal Enigmas

From the bugs in our backyards to prehistoric reptiles, animal biology and behavior are full of puzzles and conundrums. On... more

14 Jul 2023 · 50 minutes
Migration

Original broadcast date: April 30, 2021. Migration is a part of everyone's history. This hour, TED speakers explore ideas about... more

07 Jul 2023 · 50 minutes
Audacious Solutions

Big problems need audacious solutions. This hour, TED speakers use data and common sense to make laws more effective, reform... more

30 Jun 2023 · 50 minutes
The Rhythm and Rhyme of Memory

Original broadcast date: July 29, 2022. For decades, Rosanne Cash has soared through the ranks of music with her powerhouse... more

23 Jun 2023 · 50 minutes
Future You

Who will you be in 10 years? In 20 years? Envisioning how you will evolve is very hard. This hour,... more

16 Jun 2023 · 50 minutes
Breathe

Original broadcast date: January 15, 2021. Breathing is essential to life. And lately, the safety of the air we inhale,... more

09 Jun 2023 · 56 minutes
When Stories Collide

In the cult comic American Born Chinese, Gene Luen Yang weaves mythical folklore with a coming-of-age immigrant story. The author... more

02 Jun 2023 · 50 minutes
Incognito

Original broadcast date: August 26, 2022. Everything is not what it seems. We can easily disguise ourselves in both the... more

26 May 2023 · 50 minutes
Found in Translation

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

19 May 2023 · 50 minutes
Writing For A Better Future

Original broadcast date: January 21, 2022. Fiction can serve as a window into multiple realities—to imagine different futures or understand... more

12 May 2023 · 50 minutes
DIY

When problems arise, it's tempting to wait for someone else to address it. But sometimes, the only person who can... more

05 May 2023 · 50 minutes
Friction

Original broadcast date: October 7, 2022. We encounter friction every day — in all its forms — as we brush... more

28 Apr 2023 · 50 minutes
The Birds and The Bees

Original broadcast date: July 15, 2022. "The birds and the bees" may be a euphemism for human reproduction, but procreation... more

21 Apr 2023 · 50 minutes
Artist in Exile

Shirin Neshat is seen as a powerful voice for Iranian women...but her art has never been shown in Iran. She... more

14 Apr 2023 · 50 minutes
Reshaping Evolution

Original broadcast date: January 7, 2022. New innovations in gene and stem cell technology have the power to shape ecosystems... more

07 Apr 2023 · 50 minutes
Mind, Body, Spirit - Part 3

When times get tough, how do we keep our spirits up? In part 3 of our series Mind, Body, Spirit,... more

31 Mar 2023 · 50 minutes
Mind, Body, Spirit - Part 2

We know it's important to listen to our bodies and trust how we feel — but it's not always easy.... more

24 Mar 2023 · 50 minutes
Mind, Body, Spirit - Part 1

For millennia, humans have debated the mind, body, spirit connection. But today, the phrase sounds trite — a hallmark of... more

17 Mar 2023 · 50 minutes
Why We're Living Longer

Original broadcast date: March 22, 2022. In the last century, human life expectancy has doubled. This hour, we talk with... more

10 Mar 2023 · 50 minutes
Humor Us

Original broadcast date: June 3, 2022. Humor can lighten the mood. But it can also provoke, cajole and inspire. This... more

03 Mar 2023 · 50 minutes
Small But Mighty

You don't need to be big and boisterous to pack a punch. This hour, TED speakers explore the surprising strength... more

24 Feb 2023 · 50 minutes
Bucking the System (2021)

Original broadcast date: November 12, 2021. We hear calls for systemic change, but what does that look like? This hour,... more

17 Feb 2023 · 50 minutes
New Family Values

There are an infinite number of ways to be a happy family, and just as many ways to be an... more

10 Feb 2023 · 50 minutes
The Forgotten Mothers of Civil Rights History (2022)

Original broadcast date: May 6, 2022. MLK Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin are household names, but what about their... more

03 Feb 2023 · 50 minutes
For All Eternity

Information feels more accessible than ever, but the ways we store data are surprisingly fragile. Can we save anything forever?... more

27 Jan 2023 · 50 minutes
Take Care

Original broadcast date: April 8, 2022. Giving and receiving care—it's a natural part of life. But how do we offer... more

20 Jan 2023 · 50 minutes
Stay Resolved

Resolutions are easy to make, even easier to break. But what if a story or idea can motivate us in... more

13 Jan 2023 · 50 minutes
Repair, Repurpose, Reimagine (2022)

Original broadcast date: Friday, May 20, 2022. "Reduce, reuse, recycle." We've heard that for decades - but does it work?... more

06 Jan 2023 · 50 minutes
The Language Of Harmony (2022)

Original broadcast date: June 17, 2022. Musician Jacob Collier is known for his electrifying performances and thoughtful views on art... more

30 Dec 2022 · 50 minutes
Bonus: ReThinking with Adam Grant

As a special bonus, we're sharing an episode from a new TED podcast, ReThinking with Adam Grant. Adam joins neuroscientist... more

28 Dec 2022 · 47 minutes
Memory And The Brain

Our brains are magnificently complex - and highly fallible. This hour, neuroscientist and novelist Lisa Genova explains how to keep... more

23 Dec 2022 · 50 minutes
The Gratitude Chain (2021)

Original broadcast date: February 19, 2021. When A.J. Jacobs set out to thank everyone who made his morning cup of... more

16 Dec 2022 · 50 minutes
What's In A Face

We think our faces are our own. But technology can use them to identify, influence and mimic us. This week,... more

09 Dec 2022 · 50 minutes
An SOS From The Ocean

Original broadcast date: June 25, 2021. For centuries, humans have relied on the oceans for resources and food... but even... more

02 Dec 2022 · 50 minutes
A Love Letter To The Ocean (2021)

Original broadcast date: June 11, 2021. Oceans cover nearly 75% of the Earth. While they seem vast and frightening, they're... more

25 Nov 2022 · 50 minutes
Late Bloomers

Many of us feel pressure to hit big life milestones on a timeline. But what if age is an asset,... more

18 Nov 2022 · 50 minutes
Life Stages Of The Brain (2021)

Original broadcast date: March 5, 2021. In each stage of life, our brains morph and change. This hour, TED speakers... more

11 Nov 2022 · 50 minutes
Leaving A Mark

For millennia, humans have created artifacts of their lives—from art, to books, to music. This hour, we explore ideas about... more

04 Nov 2022 · 49 minutes
How To Be A Citizen

Original broadcast date: December 4, 2020. The 2020 election saw historic voter turnout. But in a divided democracy, how else... more

28 Oct 2022 · 50 minutes
Crimes in the Wild

True crime mysteries can be dark and thrilling. But what if humans can't crack the case? What if the suspect... more

21 Oct 2022 · 49 minutes
Finding Another Way (2020)

Original Broadcast Date: September 4, 2020. Conflict is a part of life. But in a polarized world, reaching a resolution... more

14 Oct 2022 · 49 minutes
Friction

We encounter friction every day—in all its forms—as we brush our teeth, go for a jog, argue with a friend.... more

07 Oct 2022 · 49 minutes
Special Delivery (2021)

Original broadcast date: October 29, 2021. What does it take to deliver a message, precious cargo, or vaccines — meant... more

30 Sep 2022 · 50 minutes
Stay Hungry, Stay Foolish

From hippie culture to the first personal computers, Stewart Brand has been key to some of the most groundbreaking movements... more

23 Sep 2022 · 49 minutes
Changing Our Minds (2021)

Original broadcast date: Friday, December 3, 2021. Admitting we're wrong is painful--even seen as a sign of weakness. But what... more

16 Sep 2022 · 49 minutes
We Contain Multitudes

In an era dominated by labels, how can we fully embrace the nuances of being human? This hour, TED speakers... more

09 Sep 2022 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: The Public Commons

Original broadcast date: July 23, 2021. How can we create public places that feel welcoming and safe for everyone? This... more

02 Sep 2022 · 49 minutes
Incognito

Everything is not what it seems. We can easily disguise ourselves in both the digital and physical world. This hour,... more

26 Aug 2022 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: Work, Play, Rest - Part 3

Original broadcast date: February 19, 2022. Rest is so much more than just a good night's sleep. From human hibernation... more

19 Aug 2022 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: Work, Play, Rest - Part 2

Original broadcast date: February 11, 2022. As kids, play comes naturally. But over time, it gets replaced with work.... more

12 Aug 2022 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: Work, Play, Rest - Part 1

Original broadcast date: February 4, 2022. The past few years have shaken the fundamental ways we live. It's... disorienting. But... more

05 Aug 2022 · 49 minutes
Rosanne Cash: The Rhythm and Rhyme of Memory

For decades, Rosanne Cash has soared through the ranks of music with her powerhouse poetic skills and wistful reflections on... more

29 Jul 2022 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: A Century Of Money (2020)

Original broadcast date: December 11, 2020. Recessions, depressions, bubbles, and blue skies — our economy has a history of soaring... more

22 Jul 2022 · 49 minutes
The Birds And The Bees

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

15 Jul 2022 · 49 minutes
Searching For Alien Life

Are we alone in the universe? Are we one of a crowd? This hour, we travel the cosmos with TED... more

08 Jul 2022 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: Revitalize (2021)

Original broadcast date: April 9, 2021. During exhausting times, how can we bring what's been dormant back to life? This... more

01 Jul 2022 · 50 minutes
Listen Again: Saleem Reshamwala: Far Flung Places

Original broadcast date: July 30, 2021. This hour, journalist Saleem Reshamwala gives us a tour of surprising people and places... more

24 Jun 2022 · 50 minutes
Jacob Collier: The Language Of Harmony

Musician Jacob Collier is known for his electrifying performances and thoughtful views on art and humanity. This hour, Jacob joins... more

17 Jun 2022 · 50 minutes
Listen Again: Heartache

Original broadcast date: October 1, 2021. When stress, fear or sadness weigh on us, our hearts can suffer — even... more

10 Jun 2022 · 50 minutes
Humor Us

Humor can lighten the mood. But it can also provoke, cajole, and inspire. This hour, TED speakers share how we... more

03 Jun 2022 · 50 minutes
Listen Again: It Takes Time

Original broadcast date: February 5, 2021. We live in an era of instant gratification. But some things--to reach their full... more

27 May 2022 · 52 minutes
Repair, Repurpose, Reimagine

"Reduce, reuse, recycle." We've heard that for decades - but does it work? This hour, TED speakers reimagine the well-known... more

20 May 2022 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: Sound And Silence

Original broadcast date: Friday, October 16, 2020. Sound surrounds us, from cacophony even to silence. But depending on how we... more

13 May 2022 · 50 minutes
Anna Malaika Tubbs: The Three Mothers

MLK Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin are household names, but what about their mothers? This hour, author Anna Malaika... more

06 May 2022 · 49 minutes
What Leadership Looks Like

From workplaces to schools to national governments, leaders everywhere are being called on to solve complex problems with humility and... more

29 Apr 2022 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: The Power Of Spaces

Original broadcast date: July 24, 2020. How do spaces shape the human experience? In what ways do our rooms, homes,... more

22 Apr 2022 · 50 minutes
Listen Again: The Biology Of Sex

Original broadcast date: May 8, 2020. Many of us were taught biological sex is a question of female or male,... more

15 Apr 2022 · 50 minutes
Take Care

Giving and receiving care—it's a natural part of life. But how do we offer the best possible support for our... more

08 Apr 2022 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: The Food Connection

Original broadcast date: September 3, 2021. Food is one of life's greatest pleasures, yet many of our food systems are... more

01 Apr 2022 · 50 minutes
Steven Johnson: Why We're Living Longer

In the last century, human life expectancy has doubled. This hour, we talk with writer Steven Johnson on the many... more

25 Mar 2022 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: Warped Reality (2020)

Original broadcast date: October 30, 2020. False information on the internet makes it harder and harder to know what's true,... more

18 Mar 2022 · 50 minutes
What Lies Beneath

From our planet's underwater caves to its ancient soils, there are entire worlds right beneath our feet. This hour, we... more

11 Mar 2022 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: Migration

Original broadcast date: April 30, 2021. Migration is a part of everyone's history. This hour, TED speakers explore ideas about... more

04 Mar 2022 · 50 minutes
Listen Again: Jason Reynolds - The Antidote To Hopelessness

Original broadcast date: September 17, 2021. Jason Reynolds is an award-winning author and National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. This... more

25 Feb 2022 · 51 minutes
Work, Play, Rest - Part 3

Rest is so much more than just a good night's sleep. From human hibernation to ASMR to the science of... more

18 Feb 2022 · 50 minutes
Work, Play, Rest - Part 2

As kids, play comes naturally. But over time, it gets replaced with work. This hour, TED speakers explore how to... more

11 Feb 2022 · 49 minutes
Work, Play, Rest - Part 1

The past few years have shaken the fundamental ways we live. It's... disorienting. But it's also an opportunity to reexamine... more

04 Feb 2022 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: The Life Cycles Of Cities (2020)

Original broadcast date: November 15, 2020. Cities are never static; they can transform in months, years, or centuries. This hour,... more

28 Jan 2022 · 52 minutes
Dave Eggers: Writing For A Better Future

Fiction can serve as a window into multiple realities—to imagine different futures or understand our own past. This hour, author... more

21 Jan 2022 · 50 minutes
Listen Again: Through The Looking Glass

Original broadcast date: Friday, March 19, 2021. Our senses can only take us so far in understanding the world. But... more

14 Jan 2022 · 50 minutes
Reshaping Evolution

New innovations in gene and stem cell technology have the power to shape ecosystems and even change humanity. This hour,... more

07 Jan 2022 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: An SOS From The Ocean

Original broadcast date: June 25, 2021. For centuries, humans have relied on the oceans for resources and food... but even... more

31 Dec 2021 · 51 minutes
Bonus Episode: Kelp Farming, for the Climate

As part of our series about oceans, we're featuring a special bonus episode from our friends at Gimlet's How to... more

29 Dec 2021 · 52 minutes
Listen Again: A Love Letter To The Ocean

Original broadcast date: June 11, 2021. Oceans cover nearly 75% of the Earth. While they seem vast and frightening, they're... more

24 Dec 2021 · 51 minutes
Amy Webb: A Glimpse Into The Future

This hour, futurist Amy Webb guides us through innovations that give a glimpse into the future of transportation, wellness, tech,... more

17 Dec 2021 · 51 minutes
Listen Again: The Artist's Voice

Original broadcast date: May 13, 2021. Art not only spreads joy, but also inspires us to think deeply about the... more

10 Dec 2021 · 51 minutes
Changing Our Minds

Admitting we're wrong is painful--even seen as a sign of weakness. But what if we take a more flexible approach?... more

03 Dec 2021 · 50 minutes
Listen Again: Making Amends

Original broadcast date: July 10, 2020. What makes a true apology? What does it mean to make amends for past... more

26 Nov 2021 · 50 minutes
Listen Again: Jen Gunter: Body Talk

Original broadcast date: May 28, 2021. What does it mean to be healthy and to care for our bodies? This... more

19 Nov 2021 · 50 minutes
Bonus Episode: Robin Steinberg

Nearly half a million Americans are jailed because they can't pay bail. In this live conversation, host Manoush Zomorodi interviews... more

17 Nov 2021 · 13 minutes
Bucking The System

We hear calls for systemic change, but what does that look like? This hour, TED speakers share stories of taking... more

12 Nov 2021 · 50 minutes
Listen Again: Nora McInerny: Life's Rough Edges

When experiencing grief or hardship, how can we move forward? This hour, writer Nora McInerny shares ideas on navigating the... more

05 Nov 2021 · 50 minutes
Special Delivery

What does it take to deliver a message, precious cargo, or vaccines — meant for exactly the right place in... more

29 Oct 2021 · 49 minutes
Shoham Arad: Ideas Into Action

Anyone can have a big idea. But how do those big ideas come to fruition and grow? Director of the... more

22 Oct 2021 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: Revitalize

Original broadcast date: April 9, 2021. After an exhausting year for everyone, how can we bring what's been dormant back... more

15 Oct 2021 · 52 minutes
Listen Again: Life Stages Of The Brain (10.8.2021)

Original broadcast date: March 5, 2021. In each stage of life, our brains morph and change. This hour, TED speakers... more

08 Oct 2021 · 50 minutes
Heartache

When stress, fear or sadness weigh on us, our hearts can suffer — even break. But there are ways to... more

01 Oct 2021 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: School Of Life (2020)

Original broadcast date: October 2, 2020. Millions of kids returned to school this month. But if there's one thing we've... more

24 Sep 2021 · 54 minutes
Jason Reynolds: The Antidote To Hopelessness

Jason Reynolds is an award-winning author and National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. This hour, Jason speaks with Manoush about... more

17 Sep 2021 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: The Gratitude Chain: A.J. Jacobs

Original broadcast date: February 19, 2021. When A.J. Jacobs set out to thank everyone who made his morning cup of... more

10 Sep 2021 · 50 minutes
The Food Connection

Food is one of life's greatest pleasures, yet many of our food systems are flawed. This hour, TED speakers look... more

03 Sep 2021 · 49 minutes
Listen Again — Esther Perel: Building Resilient Relationships (2020)

Original broadcast date: September 11, 2020. How do we build more trusting and empathetic relationships, even during a crisis? This... more

27 Aug 2021 · 50 minutes
Elise Hu: The Beauty Ideal

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. But it's also shaped by global norms. This hour, journalist Elise Hu... more

20 Aug 2021 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: It Takes Time

Original broadcast date: February 5, 2021. We live in an era of instant gratification. But some things--to reach their full... more

13 Aug 2021 · 52 minutes
Listen Again: Finding Another Way

Original Broadcast Date: September 4, 2020. Conflict is a part of life. But in a polarized world, reaching a resolution... more

06 Aug 2021 · 50 minutes
Saleem Reshamwala: Far Flung Places

This hour, journalist Saleem Reshamwala gives us a tour of surprising people and places — Lima, Nairobi, and prehistoric New... more

30 Jul 2021 · 49 minutes
The Public Commons

How can we create public places that feel welcoming and safe for everyone? This hour, TED speakers examine our physical... more

23 Jul 2021 · 50 minutes
Listen Again: The Biology Of Sex

Original broadcast date: May 8, 2020. Many of us were taught biological sex is a question of female or male,... more

16 Jul 2021 · 51 minutes
Listen Again: The Power Of Spaces

Original broadcast date: July 24, 2020. How do spaces shape the human experience? In what ways do our rooms, homes,... more

09 Jul 2021 · 50 minutes
Listen Again: Uncharted (2020)

Original broadcast date: March 27, 2020. There's so much we've yet to explore—from outer space to the deep ocean to... more

02 Jul 2021 · 50 minutes
An SOS From The Ocean

For centuries, humans have relied on the oceans for resources and food... but even the deepest sea has its limits.... more

25 Jun 2021 · 50 minutes
Listen Again: Our Relationship With Water

We need water to live. But with rising seas and so many lacking clean water — water is in crisis... more

18 Jun 2021 · 49 minutes
A Love Letter To The Ocean

Oceans cover nearly 75% of the Earth. While they seem vast and frightening, they're also enchanting and whimsical. This hour,... more

11 Jun 2021 · 49 minutes
Bonus Episode: Jon M. Chu

Ever since he started shooting home movies with his family's bulky video camera, Jon M. Chu knew he wanted to... more

08 Jun 2021 · 37 minutes
Listen Again: Clint Smith

Original broadcast date: June 5, 2020. The killing of George Floyd by a police officer in 2020 sparked massive protests... more

04 Jun 2021 · 50 minutes
Jen Gunter: Body Talk

What does it mean to be healthy and to care for our bodies? Physician and writer Jen Gunter empowers us... more

28 May 2021 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: Breathe

Original broadcast date: January 15, 2021. Breathing is essential to life. And lately, the safety of the air we inhale,... more

21 May 2021 · 55 minutes
The Artist's Voice

Art not only spreads joy, but also inspires us to think deeply about the world around us. This hour, TED... more

14 May 2021 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: Warped Reality

Original broadcast date: October 30, 2020. False information on the internet makes it harder and harder to know what's true,... more

07 May 2021 · 50 minutes
Migration

Migration is a part of everyone's history. This hour, TED speakers explore ideas about places we call home — and... more

30 Apr 2021 · 49 minutes
Nora McInerny: Life's Rough Edges

When experiencing grief or hardship, how can we move forward? This hour, writer Nora McInerny shares ideas on navigating the... more

23 Apr 2021 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: A Century Of Money

Original broadcast date: December 11, 2020. Recessions, depressions, bubbles, and blue skies — our economy has a history of soaring... more

16 Apr 2021 · 50 minutes
Bonus Episode: ZigZag - The Pulse

In our latest TED Radio Hour episode, we explored ways to revitalize ourselves... especially when we feel exhausted. In this... more

14 Apr 2021 · 21 minutes
Revitalize

After an exhausting year for everyone, how can we bring what's been dormant back to life? This hour, TED speakers... more

09 Apr 2021 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: The Life Cycles Of Cities

Original broadcast date: November 13, 2020. Cities are never static; they can transform in months, years, or centuries. This hour,... more

02 Apr 2021 · 50 minutes
Listen Again - Baratunde Thurston: How To Citizen

Original broadcast date: December 4, 2020. Last year's election saw historic voter turnout. But in a divided democracy, how else... more

26 Mar 2021 · 50 minutes
Through The Looking Glass

Our senses can only take us so far in understanding the world. But with the right tools, we can dig... more

19 Mar 2021 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: Sound And Silence

Original broadcast date: October 16, 2020. Sound surrounds us, from cacophony even to silence. But depending on how we hear,... more

12 Mar 2021 · 54 minutes
Life Stages Of The Brain

In each stage of life, our brains morph and change. This hour, TED speakers explore pivotal chapters where the brain... more

05 Mar 2021 · 51 minutes
Black History ... And The Future

Black History Month is a time to remember and reflect on Black heritage. This hour features powerful conversations from past... more

26 Feb 2021 · 49 minutes
The Gratitude Chain: A.J. Jacobs

When A.J. Jacobs set out to thank everyone who made his morning cup of coffee, he realized the chain of... more

19 Feb 2021 · 49 minutes
Listen Again — Esther Perel: Building Resilient Relationships

Original broadcast date: September 11, 2020. How do we build more trusting and empathetic relationships, even during a crisis? This... more

12 Feb 2021 · 49 minutes
It Takes Time

We live in an era of instant gratification. But some things — to reach their full potential — simply cannot... more

05 Feb 2021 · 51 minutes
Listen Again: Our Relationship With Water

Original broadcast date: August 7, 2020. We need water to live. But with rising seas and so many lacking clean... more

29 Jan 2021 · 49 minutes
TED's Idea Search: Cloe Shasha Brooks

Anyone from anywhere can give a TED Talk. This hour, we're joined by curator Cloe Shasha Brooks, who leads a... more

22 Jan 2021 · 49 minutes
Breathe

Breathing is essential to life. And lately, the safety of the air we inhale, or the need to pause and... more

15 Jan 2021 · 50 minutes
Listen Again: School Of Life

Original broadcast date: October 20, 2020. Right now, many kids aren't in their classrooms — but there is so much... more

08 Jan 2021 · 52 minutes
Bonus Episode: Stacey Abrams

The runoff Senate elections in the state of Georgia have been big news, and a driving force behind the scenes... more

06 Jan 2021 · 25 minutes
Listen Again: Finding Another Way

Conflict is a part of life. But in a polarized world, reaching resolution is harder than ever. This hour, TED... more

01 Jan 2021 · 50 minutes
Listen Again — Debbie Millman: Designing Our Lives

From prehistoric cave art to today's social media feeds, to design is to be human. This hour, designer Debbie Millman... more

25 Dec 2020 · 51 minutes
Making Sense Of 2020

2020 is finally coming to an end. This hour, we look back at moments, talks, and big ideas from past... more

18 Dec 2020 · 50 minutes
A Century Of Money

Recessions, depressions, bubbles, and blue skies — our economy has a history of soaring and plummeting. This hour, TED speakers... more

11 Dec 2020 · 51 minutes
How To Citizen

This year's election saw historic voter turnout. But in a divided democracy, how else can we commit to our civic... more

04 Dec 2020 · 50 minutes
Listen Again: Making Amends

Original broadcast date: July 10, 2020. What makes a true apology? What does it mean to make amends for past... more

27 Nov 2020 · 50 minutes
Listen Again: TED Radio Wow-er

Original broadcast date: June 26, 2020. With so many schools closed, lots of kids are stuck at home, learning remotely.... more

20 Nov 2020 · 50 minutes
The Life Cycles Of Cities

Cities are never static; they can transform in months, years, or centuries. This hour, TED speakers explore how today's cities... more

13 Nov 2020 · 49 minutes
Building Our Zero-Emissions Future

Fighting climate change is a big, messy task that will take a lot of work. This hour, TED's Science Curator... more

06 Nov 2020 · 49 minutes
Warped Reality

False information on the internet makes it harder and harder to know what's true, and the consequences have been devastating.... more

30 Oct 2020 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: The Power Of Spaces

How do spaces shape the human experience? In what ways do our rooms, homes, and buildings give us meaning and... more

23 Oct 2020 · 50 minutes
Sound And Silence

Sound surrounds us, from cacophony even to silence. But depending on how we hear, the world can be a different... more

16 Oct 2020 · 47 minutes
Listen Again: Climate Mindset

Original broadcast date: May 22, 2020. In the past few months, human beings have come together to fight a global... more

09 Oct 2020 · 50 minutes
School Of Life

Right now, many kids aren't in their classrooms — but there is so much to learn outside of school as... more

02 Oct 2020 · 52 minutes
Debbie Millman: Designing Our Lives

From prehistoric cave art to today's social media feeds, to design is to be human. This hour, designer Debbie Millman... more

25 Sep 2020 · 1 hour, 23 minutes
Listen Again: IRL Online

Original broadcast date: March 20, 2020. Our online lives are now entirely interwoven with our real lives. But the laws... more

18 Sep 2020 · 51 minutes
Esther Perel: Building Resilient Relationships

How do we build more trusting and empathetic relationships, even during a crisis? This hour, therapist Esther Perel shares ideas... more

11 Sep 2020 · 49 minutes
Finding Another Way

Conflict is a part of life. But in a polarized world, reaching a resolution is harder than ever. This hour,... more

04 Sep 2020 · 1 hour, 23 minutes
Listen Again: Pure Joy

Original broadcast date: April 17, 2020. More than ever, we need to make time for joy. This hour, Manoush and... more

28 Aug 2020 · 49 minutes
Lessons From The Summer

The summer of 2020 has been overwhelming for most of us. This hour, we hear from four guests—each from recent... more

21 Aug 2020 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: The Biology Of Sex

Original broadcast date: May 8, 2020. Many of us were taught biological sex is a question of female or... more

14 Aug 2020 · 50 minutes
Our Relationship With Water

We need water to live. But with rising seas and so many lacking clean water — water is in crisis... more

07 Aug 2020 · 49 minutes
Processing The Pandemic

Between the pandemic and America's reckoning with racism and police brutality, many of us are anxious, angry, and depressed. This... more

31 Jul 2020 · 49 minutes
The Power Of Spaces

How do spaces shape the human experience? In what ways do our rooms, homes, and buildings give us meaning and... more

24 Jul 2020 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: What We Value

Original broadcast date: May 1, 2020. As the pandemic reveals the weaknesses of our economy, businesses and consumers are rethinking... more

17 Jul 2020 · 49 minutes
Making Amends

What makes a true apology? What does it mean to make amends for past mistakes? This hour, TED speakers explore... more

10 Jul 2020 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: Meditations on Loneliness

Original broadcast date: April 24, 2020. We're a social species now living in isolation. But loneliness was a problem well... more

03 Jul 2020 · 50 minutes
TED Radio Wow-er

School's out, but many kids—and their parents—are still stuck at home. Let's keep learning together. Special guest Guy Raz joins... more

26 Jun 2020 · 49 minutes
The Greater Good?

In times of crisis, how do we decide what personal sacrifices we must make for the benefit of all? This... more

19 Jun 2020 · 49 minutes
Ingrained Injustice

As protests for racial justice continue, many are asking how racism became so embedded in our lives. This hour, TED's... more

12 Jun 2020 · 49 minutes
Clint Smith

The killing of George Floyd by a police officer has sparked massive protests nationwide. This hour, writer and scholar Clint... more

05 Jun 2020 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: Reinvention

Change is hard, but it's also an opportunity to discover and reimagine what you thought you knew. From our economy,... more

29 May 2020 · 49 minutes
Climate Mindset

In the past few months, human beings have come together to fight a global threat. This hour, TED speakers explore... more

22 May 2020 · 49 minutes
Listen Again: Uncharted

Original broadcast date: March 27, 2020. There's so much we've yet to explore—from outer space to the deep ocean to... more

15 May 2020 · 49 minutes
The Biology Of Sex

Many of us were taught biological sex is a question of female or male, XX or XY ... but it's... more

08 May 2020 · 49 minutes
What We Value

As the pandemic reveals the weaknesses of our economy, businesses and consumers are rethinking what they value. This hour, TED's... more

01 May 2020 · 49 minutes
Meditations On Loneliness

We're a social species now living in isolation. But loneliness was a problem well before this era of social distancing.... more

24 Apr 2020 · 49 minutes
Pure Joy

More than ever, we need to make time for joy. This hour, Manoush and TED's Head Curator Helen Walters explore... more

17 Apr 2020 · 49 minutes
Inoculation

Can we protect ourselves from future outbreaks? COVID-19 isn't the first pandemic, and likely not the last. This hour, TED... more

10 Apr 2020 · 49 minutes
Teaching For Better Humans 2.0

More than test scores or good grades—what do kids need for the future? This hour, TED speakers explore how to... more

03 Apr 2020 · 49 minutes
Uncharted

There's so much we've yet to explore—from outer space to the deep ocean to our own brains. This hour, Manoush... more

27 Mar 2020 · 49 minutes
IRL Online

Our online lives are now entirely interwoven with our real lives. But the laws that govern real life don't apply... more

20 Mar 2020 · 49 minutes
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