How Health Workers Are Responding to the COVID-19 Pandemic
Emergency physician Esther Choo discusses the unique challenges of COVID-19, its impact on healthcare workers, and innovative solutions like mobile ICUs. She offers insights and ways the public can support frontline responders.
We Should All Be Feminists
Adichie challenges societal norms, advocating for gender equality and urging a reimagining of traditional roles to create a fairer world where both men and women can thrive authentically.
Help Discover Ancient Ruins - Before It's Too Late
Sarah Parcak introduces space archaeology, using satellites to uncover ancient treasures. She discusses the vast potential for discovery and presents GlobalXplorer, an online platform enabling anyone to participate in archaeological exploration.
My Country Will Be Underwater Soon - Unless We Work Together
Kiribati's president discusses the urgent threat of rising sea levels to his nation, emphasizing the need for global cooperation and sacrifice to address climate change and its devastating impacts.
The Mathematician Who Cracked Wall Street
Explore how mathematician Jim Simons applied complex math to finance, revolutionizing Wall Street and using his success to support math education and scientific research.
Why Giving Away Our Wealth Has Been the Most Satisfying Thing We've Done
Bill and Melinda Gates discuss their philanthropic journey, sharing insights on creating the world's largest private foundation, decision-making processes, navigating controversies, and the personal satisfaction of giving back to society.
Why It's Time for Doughnut Economics
Kate Raworth presents a revolutionary approach to economics, introducing 'Doughnut Economics' as a sustainable model addressing 21st-century challenges like climate change, poverty, and inequality.
Find the Unexpected
Destin Sandlin explores how stepping out of your comfort zone leads to unexpected discoveries, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, exploration, and sharing knowledge with society.
Bananas in Heaven - Yuval Noah Harari
Yuval Noah Harari explores how human imagination and belief in fictional concepts like money and human rights have shaped our dominance as a species and our complex societies.
Breaking the Language Barrier
Explore the transformative power of language learning beyond memorization, delving into cultural insights and personal connections through Tim Doner's multilingual journey and experiences.
Cultural Heritage - A Basic Human Need
Archaeologist Sada Mire explores cultural heritage as a fundamental human need, sharing discoveries and insights from her work in the Horn of Africa and its importance for identity and connection.
The Space Between Self-Esteem and Self Compassion
Explore the transformative power of self-compassion as an alternative to self-esteem, learning its key components and how it can positively impact personal growth and motivation.
The Secret to Making New Friends as an Adult
Discover science-backed strategies for forming meaningful adult friendships, including the "acceptance prophecy" and "theory of chums," to enrich your life and embrace your full complexity.
Is the Pandemic Actually Over? It's Complicated
Dr. Fauci discusses COVID-19's current status, future pandemic preparedness, and personal reflections on his career. He emphasizes the importance of science, vaccination, and public health measures in managing global health crises.
The Real Dangers Ahead
Yuval Noah Harari explores future challenges, discussing liberalism, data colonization, surveillance capitalism, and global threats, offering insights on navigating our rapidly changing world.
War in Ukraine - What It Means for the World Order
Political analyst Ian Bremmer examines the global implications of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, discussing NATO's renewed purpose, energy politics, and significant shifts in world order.
The War in Ukraine Could Change Everything
Historian Yuval Noah Harari analyzes the Russian invasion of Ukraine, discussing its historical context, global implications, and potential outcomes, while emphasizing Ukraine's resilience and the war's broader significance.
How Your Brain Invents Your Self
Explore neuroscientist Anil Seth's theory of consciousness, examining how our brains construct reality and self-perception through prediction and controlled hallucination.
The Innovations We Need to Avoid a Climate Disaster
Bill Gates discusses innovative solutions to combat climate change, introducing the "green premium" concept and exploring breakthroughs in clean tech to reduce carbon emissions and create a sustainable future for all.
The US Is Back in the Paris Agreement - What’s Next?
John Kerry and Al Gore discuss US reentry into Paris Agreement, global climate action strategies, and the crucial role of COP26 in achieving net-zero emissions, emphasizing international cooperation and environmental justice.
How to Decarbonize the Grid and Electrify Everything
Explore strategies for global decarbonization and electrification with sustainability leaders. Learn about promising energy solutions and the urgency of climate action to build a zero-carbon future.