Behind the Lies of Holocaust Denial
Historian Deborah Lipstadt explores Holocaust denial, its deliberate distortion of history, and the importance of defending truth against those who assault facts in this thought-provoking talk.
On Tennis, Love and Motherhood
Tennis legend Serena Williams shares personal insights on her career, relationships, and motherhood in a candid conversation with journalist Gayle King, revealing triumphs and challenges.
A Doctor's Case for Medical Marijuana
Physician investigates medical marijuana, debunking myths and revealing surprising findings. Explores potential lessons for mainstream medicine, emphasizing patient-centered care and the need for more research.
How Radio Telescopes Show Us Unseen Galaxies
Astronomer Natasha Hurley-Walker explores how radio telescopes reveal unseen galaxies, probing the universe's mysteries through light spectrums invisible to the human eye.
Why the Only Future Worth Building Includes Everyone
El Papa Francisco aboga por la esperanza, igualdad y solidaridad en un mensaje inspirador para todas las personas, enfatizando la importancia de reconocer la humanidad en cada individuo.
How Early Life Experience Is Written into DNA
Explore how early life experiences shape DNA expression, influencing health and behavior across generations through epigenetics, with pioneering insights from Moshe Szyf's research.
Lifelike Simulations That Make Real-Life Surgery Safer
Discover how surgical teams use Hollywood effects and 3D printing to create lifelike patient replicas, enabling practice for risky surgeries and revolutionizing medical training and patient safety.
Should We Simplify Spelling?
Explore the evolution of language and spelling with Karina Galperin as she challenges traditional notions and proposes a fresh perspective on recording language, questioning the time and effort spent on memorizing complex spelling rules.
Stories from a Home for Terminally Ill Children
Kathy Hull shares heartwarming stories from the George Mark Children's House, the first pediatric palliative care facility in the US, offering a peaceful place for terminally ill children and their families.
The Data Behind Hollywood's Sexism
Social scientist Stacy Smith reveals gender bias in Hollywood through data analysis, showing underrepresentation of women on-screen and behind-the-camera, and discusses potential negative impacts on viewers.
4 Ways to Make a City More Walkable
Discover city planner Jeff Speck's four principles to transform sprawling cities into safe, walkable oases with bike lanes and tree-lined streets, promoting freedom from cars and urban sprawl.
Our Story of Rape and Reconciliation
Powerful talk exploring sexual violence, shame, and healing through the personal journey of a victim and perpetrator, offering a unique perspective on reconciliation and global dialogue.
The Ethical Dilemma of Designer Babies
Explore the ethical implications of genetic modification in human embryos, potential "upgrades," and the personal consequences of the impending designer baby revolution.
The World Doesn't Need More Nuclear Weapons
Erika Gregory calls on rising leaders to pursue global nuclear disarmament by 2045, highlighting the urgent need to address this unfinished challenge in a post-Cold War era.
It's Time to Reclaim Religion
Rabbi Sharon Brous presents four principles for revitalizing religious practice, offering a hopeful perspective on faith as a counter-narrative to violence, extremism, and pessimism in modern life.
Technology Hasn't Changed Love - Here's Why
Anthropologist Helen Fisher explores how technology impacts modern love, arguing that while courtship methods have evolved, fundamental principles remain unchanged, leading to slower, more intimate relationships.
The Future of Money
Explore the revolutionary potential of cryptocurrencies and their impact on traditional financial systems, envisioning a future where digital currencies reshape how we transact and interact with money.
The New American Dream
Redefining success: Journalist Courtney Martin explores a new American Dream focused on community and creativity, challenging traditional notions of progress and encouraging meaningful life choices.
Why Climate Change Is a Threat to Human Rights
Mary Robinson explores climate change's disproportionate impact on poor countries, highlighting the urgent need for global climate justice and collective action to protect human rights and vulnerable communities.
Why Public Beheadings Get Millions of Views
Frances Larson explores humanity's fascination with public executions, particularly beheadings, examining their historical appeal and modern-day popularity on digital platforms like YouTube.
How I Stopped the Taliban from Shutting Down My School
Sakena Yacoobi's inspiring story of defying the Taliban to provide secret education in Afghanistan, highlighting her resilience, vision, and commitment to empowering women and men through learning.