TED-Ed Talks & Presentations

TED-Ed

Fighting a Contagious Cancer

Explore the unique case of contagious cancer in Tasmanian devils, its impact, and ongoing research efforts to combat this unusual disease and gain insights into cancer biology.

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

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Hire the Hackers

Explore the world of cybercrime as Misha Glenny profiles convicted coders, revealing surprising insights about the individuals behind malicious code and challenging conventional cybersecurity approaches.

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

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Our Failing Schools - Enough Is Enough

Geoffrey Canada challenges the outdated education system, urging data-driven reforms to help more students succeed and break free from the failing status quo.

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

TED-Ed

The Voice of the Natural World

Explore 45 years of wild soundscapes, from insect larvae to mourning beavers, revealing nature's symphonies and human impact on ecosystems through Bernie Krause's unique audio journey.

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

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Why You Will Fail to Have a Great Career

Provocative exploration of common excuses for not pursuing one's passions, challenging viewers to confront their fears and embrace career ambitions.

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

TED-Ed

My Friend Richard Feynman

Leonard Susskind shares personal anecdotes about his friendship with the brilliant physicist Richard Feynman, offering insights into Feynman's unique problem-solving approach and unconventional personality.

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

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A Radical Experiment in Empathy

Sociologist challenges audience to understand Iraqi insurgent motivations, exploring limits of empathy and cross-cultural understanding in thought-provoking talk.

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

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What Nonprofits Can Learn from Coca-Cola

Melinda Gates explores how nonprofits can adopt Coca-Cola's global marketing and distribution strategies to effectively deliver essential products like condoms and vaccines to remote areas.

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

TED-Ed

My Seven Species of Robot

Explore seven innovative, all-terrain robots designed by RoMeLa, including humanoid soccer players and cliff-grippers. Learn the creative secrets behind their technical success.

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

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The Economic Case for Preschool

Explore the economic benefits of preschool education and its impact on state development, backed by research evidence and addressing common objections.

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

TED-Ed

Shape-shifting Dinosaurs

Paleontologist reveals surprising discoveries about dinosaur growth and development through fossil skull analysis, challenging long-held beliefs about species classification.

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

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Women Entrepreneurs, Example Not Exception

Explore how women entrepreneurs are key to economic development, challenging the notion of micro-loans and highlighting their potential in various business sectors.

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

TED-Ed

There Are No Scraps of Men

Alberto Cairo shares his inspiring journey of running clinics in Afghanistan, finding humanity amid war, and providing dignity to those affected by conflict.

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

TED-Ed

It's Time to Question Bio-Engineering

Explore recent bio-engineering experiments and their ethical implications with bioethicist Paul Root Wolpe, who advocates for establishing guidelines in this rapidly advancing field.

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

TED-Ed

The Good News of the Decade

Hans Rosling uses stunning visuals to reveal unreported progress in reducing child mortality, challenging conventional statistical approaches and highlighting a significant global health achievement.

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