TED Talks & Presentations

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Why Domestic Violence Victims Don't Leave

2 reviews

Powerful personal account challenging misconceptions about domestic violence. Steiner shares her experience, explains why victims stay, and offers insights on breaking the cycle of abuse.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Biomimicry in Action

2 reviews

Descubre cómo la naturaleza inspira innovadores diseños en productos impermeables, aerodinámicos y de energía solar. Janine Benyus revela fascinantes ejemplos de biomimética aplicada a la resolución de problemas de diseño.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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What Veterinarians Know That Doctors Don't

1 review

Explore how veterinary insights can revolutionize human healthcare, particularly in mental health, through a species-spanning approach to medicine and wellness.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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The Walkable City

1 review

Urbanist explores solutions for creating walkable cities, reducing car dependency, and improving urban life through thoughtful design and planning.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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The Future We're Building -- and Boring

1 review

Visionary entrepreneur Elon Musk discusses innovative projects including underground tunnels, electric vehicles, space exploration, and Mars colonization, sharing insights on technology's potential to shape humanity's future.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Rethinking America's Military Strategy

1 review

Insightful analysis of post-Cold War US military strategy, proposing a two-part restructure: a swift "Leviathan force" for immediate victories and a diplomatic "System Administrators" network for sustainable peace-building.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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A Secret Weapon Against Zika and Other Mosquito-Borne Diseases

1 review

Explore Zika's origins, spread, and a controversial solution to prevent mosquito-borne diseases through molecular biology insights in this thought-provoking talk by Nina Fedoroff.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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A Better Way to Talk About Love

1 review

Explore a fresh perspective on love, challenging traditional metaphors and offering insights to find more joy and less suffering in romantic relationships.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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How a Driverless Car Sees the Road

1 review

Explore the fascinating world of autonomous vehicles as Google's driverless car program leader shares insights on how these cars perceive and navigate roads, making decisions without human intervention.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Homeopathy, Quackery and Fraud

1 review

Skeptic James Randi debunks homeopathy and challenges psychics in this provocative talk, demonstrating the dangers of irrational beliefs and the importance of critical thinking.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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The Rise of Cricket, the Rise of India

1 review

Explore the parallel rise of fast-paced 20-20 cricket and modern India. Discover how this global cultural phenomenon evolved from English roots to celebrity ownership and million-dollar contracts.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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How to Lead in the New Era of Employee Activism

1 review

Discover a four-point strategy for effective leadership in the era of employee activism, fostering inclusive workplaces where diverse voices can make a meaningful impact.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Our Immigration Conversation Is Broken - Here's How to Have a Better One

1 review

Historian Paul A. Kramer explores the divisive US immigration debate, challenging the "insider vs. outsider" framing and proposing new questions to reshape the conversation around rights, equality, and shared responsibility.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Can We Cure Genetic Diseases by Rewriting DNA?

1 review

Chemical biologist David R. Liu discusses base editors, a breakthrough in genome editing that can directly rewrite DNA, potentially treating or curing genetic diseases.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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The Magic of a Creative Career

Actor Michael Sheen shares his journey from Port Talbot, emphasizing the importance of arts education and access. He discusses efforts to support creative talents and ensure equal opportunities in the arts.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk