Why Mayors Should Rule the World
Explore how city mayors are solving global issues more effectively than federal politicians, and why they should have greater influence on international policy-making.
Everyday Cybercrime - and What You Can Do About It
Discover everyday cybersecurity risks and learn practical strategies to protect yourself from malware, data breaches, and sophisticated cybercriminals in this eye-opening talk by security expert James Lyne.
How Technology Allowed Me to Read
Inspiring talk on how adaptive technologies enable blind individuals to read, work, and thrive, showcasing the transformative power of innovation in overcoming visual impairment.
The Rise of the New Global Super-Rich
Explore how globalization and technology fuel economic inequality, creating a new class of plutocrats. Freeland discusses three problems with plutocracy and offers a glimmer of hope.
A Mouse - A Laser Beam - A Manipulated Memory
MIT researchers explore memory manipulation in mice using laser technology, discussing the potential implications and ethical considerations of altering memories in living brains.
Our Shared Condition - Consciousness
Philosopher John Searle explores human consciousness, debunking objections and arguing for its biological nature. He emphasizes the importance of studying consciousness scientifically to understand our shared condition.
How to Reduce Poverty? Fix Homes
Architect Paul Pholeros shares insights on reducing poverty through practical design fixes, focusing on improving living conditions to enhance health outcomes in indigenous communities and beyond.
Violence Against Women - It's a Men's Issue
Reframing violence against women as a men's issue, challenging societal norms, and calling for active male involvement in prevention and cultural change to create a safer world for all genders.
The Why and How of Effective Altruism
Philosopher Peter Singer explores effective altruism, challenging viewers to consider the most impactful ways to help others and make a difference through charitable giving and ethical decision-making.
The Economic Case for Preschool
Economist Timothy Bartik presents compelling macro-economic arguments for investing in preschool education, highlighting its far-reaching benefits beyond individual families to society as a whole.
Kids Need Structure
Colin Powell shares personal insights on supporting children's early development through community involvement and responsibility, emphasizing the importance of structure before primary school.
What We Learned from Teetering on the Fiscal Cliff
Insightful analysis of the 2012 US fiscal cliff crisis, exploring economic data and potential bipartisan solutions to budget impasses, with implications for global financial markets.
Why Global Jihad Is Losing
Journalist Bobby Ghosh explores the dual nature of jihad, its historical context, and the decline of global jihad, suggesting a reclamation of the term's original meaning in Islam.
Way-New Collaboration
Explore the evolution of human collaboration, from hunting mastodons to Wikipedia, and its impact on media, collective action, and our future.
Sing a Song of Sustainable Cities
Explore innovative urban planning strategies for sustainable cities with Jaime Lerner, who revolutionized Curitiba's landscape and inspired global city planners.
A Surprising Look at Celebrity
Explore celebrity culture through provocative photographs that challenge our perceptions of fame, privacy, and media manipulation in this thought-provoking visual presentation.
Isabel Allende - Tales of Passion
Renowned author Isabel Allende explores feminism, creativity, and passion, offering insights on women's empowerment and the power of storytelling to inspire change and foster understanding.
We Must Win the Oil Endgame
Discover a simple plan to wean the US off oil, revitalize the economy, and enhance national security through innovative technologies and strategies for cars, planes, and manufacturing.
Laws That Choke Creativity
Explore how copyright laws stifle innovation and creativity, and learn about the need for reform to foster a more vibrant cultural landscape in the digital age.
Using Biology to Rethink the Energy Challenge
Explore how biology can revolutionize our approach to energy production, challenging traditional views on hydrocarbons and proposing innovative solutions for sustainable fuel sources.
Finding the Origins of Humanity
Explore the discovery of the oldest humanoid child skeleton and uncover Africa's role in human evolution with paleoanthropologist Zeresenay Alemseged's fascinating research in Ethiopia's badlands.