The Tiny Creature That Secretly Powers the Planet
Discover Prochlorococcus, the planet's most abundant photosynthetic microbe. Learn how this ancient organism impacts global ecosystems and may hold the key to reducing fossil fuel dependence.
The Surprising Science of Alpha Males
Primatologist Frans de Waal challenges common misconceptions about alpha males, revealing unexpected traits like generosity and empathy, while drawing parallels to human leadership and power dynamics.
The Route to a Sustainable Future
Explore strategies for reducing ecological impact as global consumerism expands, with insights on sustainable living and innovative solutions for a greener future.
Powerful Visual Illusions
Explore fascinating perceptual illusions that trick our brains, demonstrating how easily we can be fooled and why we enjoy visual deceptions.
How Online Abuse of Women Has Spiraled Out of Control
Ashley Judd exposes the crisis of online abuse against women, sharing personal experiences and calling for action from internet users, tech companies, and lawmakers to combat this pervasive issue.
Why Curiosity Is the Key to Science and Medicine
Cancer researcher Kevin B. Jones explores how curiosity, experimentation, and embracing uncertainty drive scientific progress in medicine, emphasizing the importance of honesty and humility in advancing knowledge.
What Will Humans Look Like in 100 Years?
Explore the ethics and possibilities of human evolution through genetic engineering, neuroengineering, and prosthetics to adapt for space exploration and future environments.
A Political Party for Women's Equality
Sandi Toksvig shares her experience founding the Women's Equality Party in Britain, advocating for more women in power and inspiring global action for gender equality through political mobilization.
How the US Should Use Its Superpower Status
Explore the changing dynamics of global leadership and the US's role in a world without a single dominant power. Gain insights into international politics and the challenges of the new world order.
Inside the Mind of a Former Radical Jihadist
Former jihadist Manwar Ali reflects on his experience with radicalization and appeals to those drawn to extremism, urging them to let go of anger and hatred and embrace goodness, beauty, and truth in others.
In Search for the Man Who Broke My Neck
A powerful story of forgiveness and self-discovery as Joshua Prager recounts his journey to confront the bus driver who left him quadriplegic, exploring identity, fate, and human resilience.
Watson, Jeopardy and Me - The Obsolete Know-It-All
Ken Jennings humorously recounts his experience competing against IBM's Watson supercomputer on Jeopardy, exploring the future of human knowledge in the age of artificial intelligence.
A Girl Who Demanded School
Inspiring story of a Maasai woman's journey to education, challenging traditions and building a school for girls in her community, transforming lives and empowering future generations.
Take Back Your City With Paint
Discover how Edi Rama transformed Tirana, Albania through colorful public spaces, instilling civic pride and reducing crime. Learn about innovative urban renewal strategies that rebuild trust in leadership.
Fifty Shades of Gay
Photographer explores LGBTQ spectrum through 2,000 portraits, challenging binary views of sexuality and highlighting the complexities of gender identity and sexual orientation.
The Good News of the Decade
Discover unreported global progress as Hans Rosling uses stunning visuals to reframe UN data, revealing positive trends and debunking flawed statistical approaches in this eye-opening presentation.
Art of Substance and Absence
Explore Alwar Balasubramaniam's innovative sculptures that challenge perceptions of time, shape, shadow, and perspective, revealing new ways of seeing and experiencing art.
Let the Environment Guide Our Development
Explore how human growth impacts Earth's resources and learn about nine "planetary boundaries" that can guide sustainable development and protect overlapping ecosystems.
The Political Chemistry of Oil
Explore a bold plan to reduce America's oil dependency by confronting consumers with the true cost of consumption, moving beyond superficial solutions to address the root of the problem.
Ending Hunger Now
Explore global hunger issues and solutions with UN World Food Program head Josette Sheeran. Learn why hunger persists despite food abundance and discover collaborative approaches to end starvation worldwide.
Finding Purpose in Humanitarianism
Inspiring journey of a humanitarian manager's mission to improve children's lives through shelter, education, and aid, showcasing the power of purpose-driven work in creating global impact.