An AI Smartwatch That Detects Seizures
AI researcher Rosalind Picard discusses the development of a smartwatch that can detect epileptic seizures and alert caregivers, potentially preventing sudden deaths in epilepsy patients.
What Happens in Your Throat When You Beatbox
Explore the fascinating mechanics of beatboxing as a laryngeal surgeon examines a viral beatboxer's throat, revealing the intricate vocal techniques behind an array of mind-boggling sounds.
A Juror's Reflections on the Death Penalty
Powerful personal account of a juror's journey from supporting to questioning the death penalty, exploring moral complexities and societal impact of capital punishment.
The Age of Genetic Wonder
Explore the future of genetic editing, its potential to redesign species and humanity, and the ethical implications of this revolutionary technology in biology and medicine.
The Political Progress Women Have Made and What's Next
Activist Cecile Richards discusses women's political progress, challenges, and the need for global equality. She offers ideas to build a revolution for women's representation in politics.
Reflections from a Lifetime Fighting to End Child Poverty
Marian Wright Edelman shares insights from her lifelong fight against child poverty, discussing her journey, influences, and the founding of the Children's Defense Fund in this inspiring TED Talk.
Embrace Your Raw, Strange Magic
Inspiring talk on embracing authenticity and personal truth, challenging societal norms for success. Encourages courage to live genuinely, highlighting the cost of conformity and the power of self-acceptance.
The Most Important Thing You Can Do to Fight Climate Change - Talk About It
Discover effective strategies for discussing climate change, focusing on shared values and inspiring hope. Learn to connect with others and motivate action through meaningful conversations.
The Work That Makes All Other Work Possible
Activist Ai-jen Poo advocates for equal rights and fair wages for domestic workers, highlighting their crucial role in society and inspiring us to value and learn from their dedication and care.
Me Too Is a Movement, Not a Moment
Tarana Burke reflects on the origins and global impact of the Me Too movement, emphasizing empathy between survivors and calling for dismantling the structures that enable sexual violence.
How Storytelling Helps Parents in Prison Stay Connected to Their Kids
Discover how Storybook Dads uses storytelling to maintain family bonds between incarcerated parents and their children, promoting stability and support for at-risk kids.
100 Solutions to Reverse Global Warming
Explore innovative solutions to reverse global warming, from renewable energy and land management to food production and education, offering hope for a regenerative future.
My Journey to Thank All the People Responsible for My Morning Coffee
A.J. Jacobs shares insights from his global journey to thank everyone involved in making his morning coffee, revealing the power of gratitude and interconnectedness in our daily lives.
What to Trust in a Post-Truth World
Explore confirmation bias and learn practical tools for finding trustworthy evidence in social media, politics, and beyond. Discover the importance of openness to being wrong for personal growth.
How I Accidentally Changed the Way Movies Get Made
Franklin Leonard shares how the Black List, an anonymous email sharing great screenplays, challenged Hollywood's narrow view of marketable stories and influenced the film industry's decision-making process.
Why I Have Coffee with People Who Send Me Hate Mail
Özlem Cekic shares her transformative journey from deleting hate mail to engaging in dialogue with its senders, revealing how face-to-face conversations can disarm hate and foster understanding.
How to Find a Wonderful Idea
OK Go's lead singer reveals the band's creative process for their innovative music videos, exploring how to discover wonder and surprise in artistic endeavors.
The Trauma of Systematic Racism Is Killing Black Women - A First Step Toward Change
Inspiring talk on empowering Black women through walking, self-care, and community building to combat health disparities and systemic racism, drawing from historical resilience and modern activism.
What Makes Life Worth Living in the Face of Death
Lucy Kalanithi shares a poignant reflection on life, purpose, and embracing the full human experience, inspired by her late husband's journey with terminal cancer and his turn to writing.
Three Principles for Creating Safer AI
Explore principles for developing safe AI with uncertainty, common sense, and human values, aiming to harness superintelligent AI's power while preventing potential catastrophic outcomes.
The Biology of Our Best and Worst Selves
Explore the biological roots of human behavior with neuroscientist Robert Sapolsky as he examines the factors influencing our compassionate and violent tendencies across various timescales.