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TED Radio Hour

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Exploring the biggest questions of our time with the help of the world's greatest thinkers. Host Manoush Zomorodi inspires us to learn more about the world, our communities, and most importantly, ourselves. Support public media by joining NPR+ at [plus.npr.org.] (http://plus.npr.org/) You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening for TED Radio Hour.

Exploring the biggest questions of our time with the help of the world's greatest thinkers. Host Manoush Zomorodi inspires us to learn more about the world, our communities, and most importantly, ourselves. Support public media by joining NPR+ at [plus.npr.org.] (http://plus.npr.org/) You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening for TED Radio Hour.

 

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Rethinking addiction in the age of Ozempic

GLP-1s could be a breakthrough in addiction treatment. But is medicine alone enough to tre... more

24 Jul 2026

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50:04

24 Jul 2026


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Searching for paradise

We often view paradise as a place of safety, beauty, tranquility. It’s an ideal we long fo... more

17 Jul 2026

50 MINS

50:06

17 Jul 2026


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Tracking what your body needs

Our bodies are always sending signals ... but are we listening? This hour, TED speakers ex... more

10 Jul 2026

50 MINS

50:00

10 Jul 2026


#297

The state of fashion

Whether you love fashion or hate it, we all have to get dressed in the morning, and the in... more

03 Jul 2026

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03 Jul 2026


#296

Are we using screens as a scapegoat for teen mental health?

For years, we’ve heard that social media is fueling a teen mental health crisis. But the e... more

26 Jun 2026

50 MINS

50:10

26 Jun 2026


#295

Sports psychology for everyday life

The thrill of victory, the agony of defeat — sports cliches are everywhere. But what does ... more

19 Jun 2026

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49:50

19 Jun 2026


#294

How predictions took over our lives

From betting apps to AI models, prediction has become big business. This hour, why we're s... more

12 Jun 2026

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49:52

12 Jun 2026


#293

The case for merging human bodies with machines

From robot helpers to smart body parts, the line between human and machine is blurring. Th... more

05 Jun 2026

49 MINS

49:52

05 Jun 2026


#292

Beyond the manosphere: Supporting boys and men in the real world

The debate about masculinity has reached a fever pitch. But Richard Reeves says we must mo... more

29 May 2026

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50:56

29 May 2026


#291

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. Agri... more

22 May 2026

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49:52

22 May 2026


#290

How to feel alive in an exhausting world

Why do some of us feel so tired, while others seem to have endless energy? This hour, host... more

15 May 2026

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49:55

15 May 2026


#289

How to mend a broken heart

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

08 May 2026

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49:47

08 May 2026


#288

How to be a "Super Ager" (it's not your genes)

From peptides and protein, to sleep hygiene and vaccines, what actually helps you age well... more

01 May 2026

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49:52

01 May 2026


#287

Can we preserve knowledge … forever?

Information feels more accessible than ever, but the ways we store data are surprisingly f... more

24 Apr 2026

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49:36

24 Apr 2026


#286

Using ancient philosophy to cope with your modern problems

Philosopher Meghan Sullivan says during tough times, ancient wisdom can serve as a guide. ... more

17 Apr 2026

49 MINS

49:57

17 Apr 2026


#285

The hidden forces shaping your choices

Every day, we make countless choices—but are these decisions guided by desire or design? T... more

10 Apr 2026

49 MINS

49:51

10 Apr 2026


#284

Could AI help us, not replace us?

The time has come for humanity to make a choice: Will we build AI to replace humans or enh... more

03 Apr 2026

49 MINS

49:35

03 Apr 2026


#283

A neuroscientist's guide to managing our emotions

Emotions sometimes feel overwhelming and debilitating — but science-backed tools can help ... more

27 Mar 2026

49 MINS

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27 Mar 2026


#282

How does your brain perceive the world?

Do you see images in your mind? Do you have an inner monologue? Do you have memories you s... more

20 Mar 2026

49 MINS

49:37

20 Mar 2026


#281

The TED talk that put writer Pico Iyer in “Marty Supreme”

“Marty Supreme” stars Timothée Chalamet as a young, brash table tennis player in the 1950s... more

18 Mar 2026

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18 Mar 2026