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Every weekday, TED Talks Daily brings you the latest talks in audio. Join host and journalist Elise Hu for thought-provoking ideas on every subject imaginable — from Artificial Intelligence to Zoology, and everything in between — given by the world's leading thinkers and creators. With TED Talks Daily, find some space in your day to change your perspectives, ignite your curiosity, and learn something new.

Every weekday, TED Talks Daily brings you the latest talks in audio. Join host and journalist Elise Hu for thought-provoking ideas on every subject imaginable — from Artificial Intelligence to Zoology, and everything in between — given by the world's leading thinkers and creators. With TED Talks Daily, find some space in your day to change your perspectives, ignite your curiosity, and learn something new.

 

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#208

How to be an "apocalyptic optimist" | Dana R. Fisher

Dana R. Fisher calls herself an "apocalyptic optimist" based on her research as a sociologist of large social movements. Her studies suggest that ever-increasing climate disasters will get people out in the streets demanding the action we need. She breaks down how to cultivate resilience to catastrophe in yourself and your community — and how to rally for change in the face of seemingly intractable problems. ... Read more

23 hrs Ago

11 MINS

11:06

23 hrs Ago

#207

Ask dumb questions, embrace mistakes — and other lessons on innovation | Dave Raggio

To launch new initiatives within the confines of a large corporation, you'll need to work with the system, not against it, says "intrapreneur" Dave Raggio. He shares three lessons on innovation he learned the hard way — so you don't have to. (Made in partnership with Intuit) ... Read more

Yesterday

07 MINS

07:46

Yesterday

#206

A mouse with two dads — and a new frontier for biology | Katsuhiko Hayashi

You're familiar with the story: a sperm and an egg meet to create an embryo, which has the potential to give rise to new life. But what if you could create a sperm or egg from any cell, even a single skin cell? Biologist Katsuhiko Hayashi discusses the science of in vitro gametogenesis (IVG) — an experimental technique for creating lab-made sperm or eggs out of just about any type of cell — and explores its implications for endangered species, human reproduction and more. ... Read more

18 Nov 2024

09 MINS

09:29

18 Nov 2024

#205

Sunday Pick: Unsolicited Advice: Can the Democratic Party move fast and fix things?

Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. The Democratic Party lost big in the 2024 election cycle. What are the lessons party leaders should take from what happened? In this special episode of Fixable, another podcast in the TED Audio Collective, Anne and Frances share their thoughts on how the Democratic Party failed to understand what voters needed most. They explore how the party can identify its underlying problems, rebuild trust, and craft a rigorous and optimistic way forward – skills all leaders need in a complex, fast-moving world.   ... Read more

17 Nov 2024

31 MINS

31:07

17 Nov 2024

#204

A menu of foods we might lose forever | Sam Kass

What does a warming planet mean for the foods you love? Hosting a dinner party that features a menu of foods that could disappear within our lifetimes, culinary entrepreneur Sam Kass invites us to chew on the reality of climate change by exploring the things — like chocolate and coffee — it puts at risk. ... Read more

16 Nov 2024

12 MINS

12:49

16 Nov 2024

#203

Why spending smarter beats bigger budgets | Karthik Muralidharan

Billions of dollars are poured into global development every year, but results are lacking, says economist Karthik Muralidharan. Diving into an example with public education, he outlines how smarter resource allocation and evidence-based interventions, like learning software that dynamically responds to students and teaches at the level that's right for them, can accelerate global development worldwide — not by spending more, but by spending smarter. ... Read more

15 Nov 2024

13 MINS

13:34

15 Nov 2024

#202

K-pop, cutting-edge tech and other ways Asia is shaping the world | Neeraj Aggarwal

For a long time, the conveyor belt of ideas moved from the West to the East, says business strategy expert Neeraj Aggarwal. But now, Asia’s rising cultural and intellectual influence is redefining this established order. He explores how Asia’s booming culture and economy — from K-pop to cutting-edge tech — is sparking creative solutions to global challenges and reshaping the future in unexpected ways. ... Read more

14 Nov 2024

12 MINS

12:09

14 Nov 2024

#201

From prison to purpose through wildland firefighting | Royal Ramey

When wildfires rage in California, incarcerated people are often on the front lines fighting the flames. TED Fellow Royal Ramey was one of them. He shares the story of how doing public service in prison inspired him to cofound the Forestry and Fire Recruitment Program, a nonprofit helping formerly incarcerated people become wildland firefighters — and find purpose along the way. ... Read more

13 Nov 2024

18 MINS

18:40

13 Nov 2024

#200

Why friendship can be just as meaningful as romantic love | Rhaina Cohen

We tend to consider romantic partners and family ties to be our most important relationships, but deep friendships can be just as meaningful. In a perspective-shifting talk, author Rhaina Cohen introduces us to the people unsettling norms by choosing a friend as a life partner — and shows why we're all better off recognizing there's more than one kind of significant other. ... Read more

12 Nov 2024

09 MINS

09:59

12 Nov 2024

#199

Trump’s 2024 election win — and what’s next | Ian Bremmer

In this in-depth discussion on the implications of Donald Trump’s re-election as US president, geopolitical expert Ian Bremmer explores the key issues that shaped the result — as well as the coming shifts in US foreign policy, from the Russia-Ukraine conflict to the US-China relationship and the Middle East. Learn more about the economic pressures, complex global dynamics and central personalities (including Elon Musk) that will define a second Trump presidency. (This live conversation, recorded on November 7, 2024, was hosted by TED’s Helen Walters.) ... Read more

11 Nov 2024

46 MINS

46:31

11 Nov 2024

#198

Sunday Pick: The meaning of embodiment w/ Prentis Hemphill | How to Be a Better Human

Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. Our bodies and minds are deeply intertwined, yet we often overlook this vital connection in our daily lives. In this episode of How to Be a Better Human from the TED Audio Collective, host Chris Duffy welcomes therapist, somatics teacher, author, and founder of The Embodiment Institute, Prentis Hemphill. Prentis shares what it means to be fully present in your body -- and explains how cultivating a sense of embodiment can enhance your self-understanding, and your relationship with the world.  For more How to Be a Better Human, listen wherever you get your podcasts. ... Read more

10 Nov 2024

38 MINS

38:32

10 Nov 2024

#197

Listen to your intuition — it can help you navigate the future | Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir

"Intuition helps us see the big picture," says filmmaker and sustainability leader Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir. Reflecting on her work at the UN, she outlines three ways innsæi (the Icelandic word for "intuition") can help humanity face our greatest existential threats — urging us to use our inner wisdom as a guide for essential change. ... Read more

07 Nov 2024

10 MINS

10:06

07 Nov 2024

#196

Why you think you look bad in photos | Teri Hofford

Do you hate having your photo taken? Portrait photographer Teri Hofford is here to change your mind. She unpacks why you may think you look bad in photos — and how to boost your confidence for those moments captured on camera. ... Read more

06 Nov 2024

14 MINS

14:27

06 Nov 2024

#195

Democracy is being tested. Citizen assemblies can help | Ketakandriana Rafitoson

How can everyday people help foster and protect democracy? Detailing her work fighting for people power as an activist in Madagascar, Ketakandriana Rafitoson discusses how citizen assemblies — meetings where ordinary citizens get educated about democracy — empower communities to protect their rights, debate important civic questions and take action to create a brighter future. ... Read more

05 Nov 2024

21 MINS

21:52

05 Nov 2024

#194

Luxury, not landfill — the waste-free future of fashion | Joon Silverstein

Fashion is a huge part of the world's waste problem, but it doesn't have to be. Coachtopia founder Joon Silverstein shows how her company creates new designs from the waste products of another, a circular process that cuts the need for new raw materials — and rethinks what qualifies as "luxury." (Made in partnership with Coachtopia) ... Read more

04 Nov 2024

12 MINS

12:21

04 Nov 2024

#193

Sunday Pick: How to change your workplace | WorkLife with Adam Grant

Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. It's hard to make change at work happen. But wherever you sit in the hierarchy, there are steps you can take to overcome resistance and motivate people to embrace new ideas. In this episode of WorkLife with Adam Grant, Adam brings in an education change agent, a business turnaround specialist, and a bestselling author to identify what you can do to improve the status quo.  For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/WL49 ... Read more

03 Nov 2024

34 MINS

34:23

03 Nov 2024

#192

How AI could hack democracy | Lawrence Lessig

Does AI pose a threat to democracy? Law professor Lawrence Lessig dissects how this emerging technology could influence democratic institutions, warning that we’ve already passed a point (before superintelligence or AGI) that deserves a lot more attention. ... Read more

02 Nov 2024

20 MINS

20:43

02 Nov 2024

#191

How to defend democracy — and fight autocracy | Leopoldo Lopez

Seventy-two percent of the world's population lives under some sort of autocratic rule, says freedom fighter Leopoldo Lopez. In a rousing call to defend democracy worldwide, he shares the story of his imprisonment and exile for leading the movement against Venezuela's authoritarian regime — and shares his vision for uniting across borders to champion freedom and stamp out autocracy. ... Read more

01 Nov 2024

19 MINS

19:23

01 Nov 2024

#190

5 ways leaders can adapt to shifting geopolitics | Nikolaus S. Lang

What will the world look like in 2030? International business consultant Nikolaus S. Lang predicts the evolution of a multipolar world, with multiple emerging coalitions of countries acting in new ways to achieve their economic, technological and military goals. He dives into what this will mean for the global economy, offering five tips for business leaders to prepare for the coming geopolitical landscape. ... Read more

31 Oct 2024

14 MINS

14:15

31 Oct 2024

#189

Poetry and music that reaches across the digital void | Elle Cordova

In this whimsical talk and performance, musician and comedian Elle Cordova ponders what happened before the Big Bang. She’s then joined by guitarist Toni Lindgren for the original song “Carl Sagan,” exploring social media, human connection and how we’re all just reaching out like stars in the night sky. ... Read more

30 Oct 2024

08 MINS

08:22

30 Oct 2024

#188

The tipping point I got wrong | Malcolm Gladwell

In his 2000 bestseller "The Tipping Point," Malcolm Gladwell told the story of why crime fell in New York City in the 1990s. Now, 25 years later, he's back with a confession and a mea culpa: "I was wrong," he says. He shares how his analysis contributed to the rise of the infamous "stop and frisk" policing policy in New York City — and shows why journalists should avoid the trap of imagining a story is ever really over. (Followed by a Q&A with TED's Monique Ruff-Bell) ... Read more

29 Oct 2024

18 MINS

18:15

29 Oct 2024

#187

A lens on Georgia's survival in the shadow of a superpower | Daro Sulakauri

"Georgia is not heard or seen in the world, and many don't even know the location of the country," says TED Fellow and photographer Daro Sulakauri. Through her striking photographs of life in the shadows of Russian occupation, she uses her camera to create a living archive of her home country and defend against the erasure of its borders, culture and history. ... Read more

28 Oct 2024

13 MINS

13:27

28 Oct 2024

#186

Sunday Pick: How to be an adult — and how to raise one | How to Be a Better Human

Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. Whether it’s grades and test scores, cushy jobs or big salaries, our ideas of “success” tend to be incredibly narrow and often start incredibly early. Julie Lythcott-Haims is a New York Times bestselling author and former Dean of Freshmen at Stanford, and she is dedicated to helping people reconsider what really makes a happy, “successful” adult. In this episode of How to Be a Better Human, another podcast from the TED Audio Collective, Julie shares wisdom for parents and anyone who has been parented on why it’s crucial to question societal expectations, how to find your own path and why empathy towards yourself and others are the true key to loving who you’ll grow up to be.  Get more How to Be a Better Human wherever you get your podcasts. For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscripts ... Read more

27 Oct 2024

35 MINS

35:22

27 Oct 2024

#185

Why don’t vampires cast reflections? | Eric Nuzum

Exploring the history and evolution of vampire lore, author Eric Nuzum traces the origins of these spooky stories, from misunderstandings of death to the sparkly pop culture icons we know today. Beyond the fangs and garlic, he digs into the deeper, everyday fears that vampires reflect. ... Read more

26 Oct 2024

11 MINS

11:36

26 Oct 2024

#184

Networking doesn't have to feel gross | Daniel Hallak

Networking doesn’t always have to feel like a self-serving transaction, says executive coach Daniel Hallak. Highlighting the importance of focusing on giving rather than taking when it comes to making connections, he outlines a mindset shift to help you build better relationships — in a way that doesn't feel gross. ... Read more

25 Oct 2024

15 MINS

15:32

25 Oct 2024

#183

Your empty wine bottle could help rebuild coastlines | Franziska Trautmann

What if you could take something as tiny as a grain of sand — and as common as a glass bottle — and use it to tackle the climate crisis? Waste alchemist Franziska Trautmann shares how the spark of an idea turned into a large-scale operation helping restore the eroded shores of Louisiana and beyond. (Created in collaboration with Ignite Talks) ... Read more

24 Oct 2024

09 MINS

09:56

24 Oct 2024

#182

How a worm could save humanity from bad AI | Ramin Hasani

What if AI could think and adapt like a real brain? TED Fellow and AI scientist Ramin Hasani shares how liquid neural networks — a new, more flexible AI technology inspired by physics and living brains — could transform how we solve complex problems. ... Read more

23 Oct 2024

13 MINS

13:03

23 Oct 2024

#181

A food system that fights climate change — instead of causing it | Gonzalo Muñoz

Here's a wild stat: nearly one-third of the world's food production goes to waste each year, a major contributor to the climate crisis. Farmer and UN climate champion Gonzalo Muñoz sheds light on the international negotiations aimed at turning the food system into a climate solution, rather than part of the problem — and shows the progress already underway. ... Read more

22 Oct 2024

09 MINS

09:59

22 Oct 2024