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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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