TED Radio Hour
Exploring the biggest questions of our time with the help of the world's greatest thinkers. Host Manoush Zomorodi inspires us to learn more about the world, our communities, and most importantly, ourselves.
Sports psychology for everyday life
The thrill of victory, the agony of defeat — sports cliches are everywhere. But what does it actually...
ListenHow predictions took over our lives
From betting apps to AI models, prediction has become big business. This hour, why we're so drawn to...
ListenThe case for merging human bodies with machines
From robot helpers to smart body parts, the line between human and machine is blurring. This hour, TED...
ListenBeyond the manosphere: Supporting boys and men in the real world
The debate about masculinity has reached a fever pitch. But Richard Reeves says we must move past the...
ListenWhat we'll eat on a warmer planet
From the farm, to the lab, to our tables, what we eat and how it's grown is changing. Agriculture contributes...
ListenHow to feel alive in an exhausting world
Why do some of us feel so tired, while others seem to have endless energy? This hour, host Manoush Zomorodi...
ListenHow to mend a broken heart
When stress, fear or sadness weigh on us, our hearts can suffer — even break. But there are ways to...
ListenHow to be a "Super Ager" (it's not your genes)
From peptides and protein, to sleep hygiene and vaccines, what actually helps you age well? Physician...
ListenCan we preserve knowledge … forever?
Information feels more accessible than ever, but the ways we store data are surprisingly fragile. Can...
ListenUsing ancient philosophy to cope with your modern problems
Philosopher Meghan Sullivan says during tough times, ancient wisdom can serve as a guide. From politics...
ListenThe hidden forces shaping your choices
Every day, we make countless choices—but are these decisions guided by desire or design? This hour,...
ListenCould AI help us, not replace us?
The time has come for humanity to make a choice: Will we build AI to replace humans or enhance them?...
ListenA neuroscientist's guide to managing our emotions
Emotions sometimes feel overwhelming and debilitating — but science-backed tools can help us wrangle...
ListenHow does your brain perceive the world?
Do you see images in your mind? Do you have an inner monologue? Do you have memories you swear are real?...
ListenThe TED talk that put writer Pico Iyer in “Marty Supreme”
“Marty Supreme” stars Timothée Chalamet as a young, brash table tennis player in the 1950s trying...
ListenCurious stories of coexistence
Can otters be city dwellers? Are aliens real? Do we have to experience misery to understand happiness?...
ListenGetting what you want: A guide to negotiating
Negotiations are a part of life, but too often they end up in an ugly confrontation or stalemate. This...
ListenThree mothers who shaped American history
MLK Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin are household names, but what about their mothers? This hour, author...
ListenDid social media break a generation — or just change it?
Is tech rewiring childhood or exposing what’s already broken? Jonathan Haidt, Catherine Price, and...
ListenHow you see yourself
What's the image you present to the world? And do you see yourself the same way? This hour, TED speakers...
ListenHow to talk about peace
How do you rebuild trust after bloodshed? This hour, a closer look at two unlikely truces: LA gang leaders...
ListenThe future of our memories
From creating “synthetic” memories to reviving ruined monuments, tech no longer simply stores the...
ListenWhat can you control in this chaotic world?
When it feels like the world is on fire, it's hard to know what's in your control and what's out of...
ListenWhat we — and AI — can learn from nature's intelligence
Artificial intelligence is powerful, but what about natural intelligence? This hour, TED speakers explore...
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