Nationalism vs. Globalism - The New Political Divide
Historian Yuval Harari explores the current political divisions in the context of technological, climate, and media disruptions, offering insights on the evolving nature of humanity and society.
Can a Divided America Heal
Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt explores the roots of America's political divide and offers insights on healing the nation's partisan rift, discussing moral foundations and historical factors shaping current divisions.
How Megacities Are Changing the Map of the World
Explore how global connectivity through megacities is reshaping our world, potentially reducing pollution and inequality while transforming geopolitics. Discover the concept of "connectography" and its implications for our future.
Do We See Reality as It Is?
Cognitive scientist explores how our minds construct reality, challenging our perception of the world and questioning if we experience it as it truly is or as we need it to be.
One Woman, Five Characters, and a Sex Lesson from the Future
Sarah Jones performs a thought-provoking exploration of sex work through five distinct characters, challenging cultural norms and offering diverse perspectives on this taboo topic in a futuristic classroom setting.
The Surprisingly Logical Minds of Babies
Discover how infants use logic to learn rapidly, as cognitive scientist Laura Schulz reveals fascinating insights through engaging experiments on baby decision-making.
The Hidden Reason for Poverty the World Needs to Address Now
Civil rights lawyer Gary Haugen reveals the hidden cause perpetuating global poverty despite aid efforts, urging recognition and action to address this underlying issue for effective poverty reduction.
Are China and the US Doomed to Conflict
Former Australian PM Kevin Rudd examines China's rising power and its potential impact on global relations, offering insights on avoiding conflict and fostering cooperation between major nations.
Can We Create New Senses for Humans?
Neuroscientist David Eagleman explores the possibility of expanding human perception beyond biological limits, discussing innovative interfaces to capture previously undetectable information about our surroundings.
The World's Hidden Music Rituals
Explore hidden music rituals worldwide through the lens of a nomadic filmmaker, followed by a performance from a jazz icon. Discover how film and music can offer new perspectives on diverse cultures.
Why Privacy Matters
Revelations about extensive US surveillance of private citizens and why privacy is crucial, even for those with "nothing to hide." A compelling argument for safeguarding personal privacy in the digital age.
New Thoughts on Capital in the Twenty-First Century
French economist explores economic inequality, arguing that return on capital outpaces economic growth, leading to widening wealth gaps with potentially significant societal impacts.
Beware, Fellow Plutocrats, the Pitchforks Are Coming
Wealthy capitalist warns of growing inequality's dangers, advocating for dramatic minimum wage increase to boost middle class, foster economic prosperity, and prevent societal upheaval.
The Side of Terrorism That Doesn't Make Headlines
Powerful stories of individuals combating fundamentalism within their communities, highlighting an overlooked human rights struggle and the fight to reclaim faith from extremism.
India's Hidden Hotbeds of Invention
Discover how the Honey Bee network supports and recognizes indigenous inventors in developing countries, showcasing ingenuity that could transform lives despite poverty constraints.
Sex, Drugs and HIV - Let's Get Rational
Insightful analysis of inconsistencies in HIV prevention policies, drawing from research with at-risk populations to propose rational, evidence-based approaches for more effective disease control.
Gaming Can Make a Better World
Explore how gaming skills and motivations can be applied to solve real-world problems and create positive change, harnessing the power of gamers for societal benefit.
The Riddle of Experience vs. Memory
Nobel laureate Daniel Kahneman explores how our experiencing and remembering selves perceive happiness differently, with implications for economics, public policy, and self-awareness.
The World Needs All Kinds of Minds
Temple Grandin explores the unique strengths of visual thinkers and individuals on the autism spectrum, emphasizing their valuable contributions to problem-solving and innovation in various fields.
The Opportunity of Adversity
Aimee Mullins challenges perceptions of disability, demonstrating how adversity can unlock human potential and redefine limitations, inspiring viewers to embrace their unique challenges as opportunities for growth.
Teach Every Child About Food
Jamie Oliver shares powerful stories from his anti-obesity project, advocating for food education and healthier eating habits to combat the global obesity crisis and improve public health.