Cultures at the Far Edge of the World
Explore the extraordinary diversity of indigenous cultures through stunning photos and stories, highlighting their importance and alarming disappearance rate.
A New Understanding of Human History and the Roots of Inequality
Archaeologist David Wengrow challenges traditional narratives about civilization's origins, offering new perspectives on social evolution, agriculture, urbanization, and class systems to reshape our understanding of inequality and modern society.
The Case for Radically Human Buildings
Designer Thomas Heatherwick advocates for inspiring, soulful architecture in cities, offering a vision to break free from urban monotony and create buildings that people will cherish for generations to come.
Stand with Ukraine in the Fight against Evil
Chess grandmaster Garry Kasparov delivers a powerful call to action, urging global leaders to support Ukraine against Putin's tyranny, emphasizing the urgent need to confront evil and choose freedom over oppression.
The Hidden Power of Sad Songs and Rainy Days
Explore the transformative power of melancholy and longing in creativity, connection, and love. Discover how embracing bittersweet emotions can lead to profound experiences and deeper appreciation of life's beauty.
A Seat at the Table Isn't the Solution for Gender Equity
Lilly Singh challenges the notion of "a seat at the table" for gender equity, offering four ways to build an inclusive society that empowers girls to achieve greatness.
Theranos, Whistleblowing and Speaking Truth to Power
Discover the journey of a whistleblower who exposed Theranos, learn about ethical decision-making in the face of obstacles, and gain insights on speaking truth to power in professional settings.
What if a US Presidential Candidate Refuses to Concede After an Election
Van Jones explores legal loopholes in US elections, highlighting the importance of concession speeches and peaceful power transfers. He offers insights on safeguarding democracy and citizen action in contested outcomes.
Three Secrets of Resilient People
Discover three powerful strategies for developing resilience and facing adversity with strength. Learn how to overcome challenges and cultivate the ability to thrive in difficult times.
The Search for Dark Matter - And What We've Found So Far
Exploración del misterioso 85% del universo: la materia oscura. Risa Wechsler explica su importancia en la formación del cosmos y los innovadores métodos para estudiarla, destacando su papel en nuestra existencia.
This Country Isn't Just Carbon Neutral - It's Carbon Negative
Bhutan's Prime Minister shares his country's unique approach to environmental preservation, prioritizing happiness over economic growth while maintaining carbon negativity.
Why Great Architecture Should Tell a Story
Ole Scheeren explores collaborative, story-driven architecture, showcasing five innovative buildings that challenge traditional skyscraper design and prioritize human experiences and interactions.
Why Medicine Often Has Dangerous Side Effects for Women - Alyson McGregor - TED Talks
Explore how gender bias in medical research impacts women's health, and learn about efforts to address these disparities for more effective treatments across sexes.
What Really Matters at the End of Life
BJ Miller, a palliative care physician, explores creating a dignified end-of-life experience. He discusses the importance of comfort, respect, and love, challenging our perspectives on death and honoring life.
Bring on the Learning Revolution
Sir Ken Robinson advocates for a shift from standardized education to personalized learning, emphasizing the importance of nurturing individual talents and creativity in students.
Why Humans Run the World
Historian Yuval Noah Harari explores humanity's rise from insignificant animals to Earth's dominant species, suggesting a surprising reason for our ascent and discussing the implications for our planet's future.
How to Fix a Broken School - Lead Fearlessly, Love Hard
Inspiring talk on transforming failing schools through fearless leadership and unwavering love for students. Learn principles for turning around low-performing institutions and creating positive change in education.
Gorgeous Portraits of the World's Vanishing People
Explore stunning portraits of vanishing tribes and cultures as photographer Jimmy Nelson shares his quest to understand diverse peoples through patience, respect, and visual storytelling.
What Happens When Our Computers Get Smarter Than We Are
Nick Bostrom explores the potential consequences of artificial intelligence surpassing human intelligence, discussing the implications for humanity's future and the importance of aligning AI with human values.
How to Revive a Neighborhood - With Imagination, Beauty, and Art
Discover how artist Theaster Gates transforms abandoned buildings into vibrant community hubs, using culture as a catalyst for social change and urban revitalization in Chicago's south side.
How We Teach Computers to Understand Pictures
Explore the cutting-edge of computer vision as Fei-Fei Li discusses teaching machines to interpret images, showcasing a 15-million-photo database and future possibilities in artificial intelligence.