TED Talks & Presentations

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Pay Attention to Penguins

Discover how penguins serve as ocean sentinels, providing insights into sea changes. Explore penguin life and culture, and learn why their messages are crucial for understanding our changing environment.

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

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Math Class Needs a Makeover

Discover innovative approaches to teaching math that encourage critical thinking and problem formulation, moving beyond rote memorization to foster genuine understanding and engagement.

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

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Glimpses of a Pristine Ocean

Discover how no-take marine reserves can replenish our oceans, offering powerful ecological and economic benefits for a sustainable future.

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

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Could This Laser Zap Malaria?

Innovative inventor showcases a groundbreaking mosquito-zapping device, demonstrating how creative solutions can address global health challenges like malaria in this captivating TED talk.

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

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The Hidden Influence of Social Networks

Explore how traits like happiness and obesity spread through social networks, and discover how your network position can impact your life in unexpected ways.

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

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How We Wrecked the Ocean

Coral reef ecologist reveals shocking state of overfished, overheated, and polluted oceans, presenting astonishing photos and statistics to illustrate the dire situation and future implications.

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

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How Great Leaders Inspire Action

Discover a powerful model for inspiring action through leadership, exploring the 'Why' behind successful organizations and individuals. Gain insights to transform your approach to leadership.

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

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Social Experiments to Fight Poverty

Discover how randomized trials can revolutionize poverty alleviation efforts, providing data-driven insights to determine which development strategies are truly effective.

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

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Toward a Science of Simplicity

Explore the concept of simplicity through a humorous and philosophical lens, uncovering its essence and significance in various aspects of life and science.

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

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Why I'm Rowing Across the Pacific

Roz Savage shares her journey from corporate life to ocean rowing, exploring personal transformation and environmental activism through her solo Pacific crossing adventure.

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

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Radical Women, Embracing Tradition

Explore how women balance Western empowerment with traditional culture through powerful examples. Discover the potential of investing in women to create global change while preserving cultural heritage.

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

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Glowing Life in an Underwater World

Explore the fascinating world of bioluminescence in the ocean depths with expert Edith Widder. Discover why most sea creatures produce light and witness stunning images of this luminous underwater realm.

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

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How Art Gives Shape to Cultural Change

Explore how contemporary art redefines culture and provokes dialogue about race, as Thelma Golden discusses recent exhibitions at the Studio Museum in Harlem featuring "post-black" artists.

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

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Hooked by an Octopus

Underwater filmmaker shares awe-inspiring stories and concerns about the ocean, offering intimate insights from decades of marine exploration and storytelling.

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

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The Danger of Science Denial

Explore the growing trend of science denial and its potential impact on human progress, examining cases like vaccine controversies and GMO fears.

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