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TED Talks Society and Culture

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Thought-provoking videos about life and being human, with ideas from business leaders, psychologists and researchers speaking onstage at the TED conference, TEDx events and partner events around the world. You can also download these and many other videos free on TED.com, with an interactive English transcript and subtitles in up to 80 languages. TED is a nonprofit devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading.
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12/23/21 • 9 min

Without the internet, how would you have coped with the pandemic -- from work and school, to maintaining your closest relationships? In the digital age, reliance on the internet is so common and seems ubiquitous, yet billions of people worldwide still go without it. Digital transformation strategist Priscilla Chomba-Kinywa advocates for collective access to the opportunities and potential the internet provides, underscoring the necessity of free and fair digital rights for all.
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12/23/21 • 9 min

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12/23/19 • 9 min

After being diagnosed with a rare genetic condition that deteriorates muscle, Cara E. Yar Khan was told she'd have to limit her career ambitions and dial down her dreams. She ignored that advice and instead continued to pursue her biggest ambitions. In this powerful, moving talk, she shares her philosophy for working on the projects that matter to her most -- while letting courage and fear coexist. Watch for heart-stopping, vertigo-inducing footage of a trip that shows her living her theory to the full.
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12/23/19 • 9 min

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At 16, Rana Abdelhamid started teaching self-defense to women and girls in her neighborhood. Almost 10 years later, these community classes have grown into Malikah: a global grassroots network creating safety, power and solidarity for all women. How did she do it? Abdelhamid shares three ingredients for building a movement from the ground up.
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04/12/19 • 11 min

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06/18/20 • 14 min

Our brains create categories to make sense of the world, recognize patterns and make quick decisions. But this ability to categorize also exacts a heavy toll in the form of unconscious bias. In this powerful talk, psychologist Jennifer L. Eberhardt explores how our biases unfairly target Black people at all levels of society -- from schools and social media to policing and criminal justice -- and discusses how creating points of friction can help us actively interrupt and address this troubling problem.
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06/18/20 • 14 min

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12/21/21 • 12 min

Some days, it's hard to be optimistic. But cynicism -- the idea that people are inherently selfish, greedy and dishonest -- is making humanity lonelier and more divided, says psychologist Jamil Zaki. Presenting fascinating research on cooperation, empathy and trust, Zaki makes the scientific case for optimism and shows us how to break out of the cynicism trap.
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12/21/21 • 12 min

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03/09/20 • 10 min

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In much of the world, gender is viewed as binary: man or woman, each assigned characteristics and traits designated by biological sex. But that's not the case everywhere, says France Villarta. In a talk that's part cultural love letter, part history lesson, he details the legacy of gender fluidity and inclusivity in his native Philippines -- and emphasizes the universal beauty of all people, regardless of society's labels.
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03/09/20 • 10 min

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The United States can create a more humane immigration system; in fact, it's been done before, says policy analyst David J. Bier. Pointing to the historical success of the US guest worker program, which allows foreign workers to legally enter and work in the country, Bier shows why expanding the program to Central Americans could alleviate the border crisis and provide new opportunities for immigrants.
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01/14/20 • 10 min

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FAQ

How many episodes does TED Talks Society and Culture have?

TED Talks Society and Culture currently has 174 episodes available.

What topics does TED Talks Society and Culture cover?

The podcast is about Society & Culture, Creativity, Ted, Podcasts, Inspiration, Education and Science.

What is the most popular episode on TED Talks Society and Culture?

The episode title 'A free and fair internet benefits everyone | Priscilla Chomba-Kinywa' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on TED Talks Society and Culture?

The average episode length on TED Talks Society and Culture is 14 minutes.

How often are episodes of TED Talks Society and Culture released?

Episodes of TED Talks Society and Culture are typically released every 6 days, 23 hours.

When was the first episode of TED Talks Society and Culture?

The first episode of TED Talks Society and Culture was released on Oct 24, 2011.

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