TED Talks

If these videos have ever made you upset or uneasy, you’re not alone. In digital pioneer Joshua Schachter’s (@robots draw) TED Talk, he reveals how programming a robot to make deliberate mistakes in otherwise deeply satisfying plotter art sparked millions of views — and very strong reactions — from viewers. Visit the 🔗 in our ☣️ to watch the full talk. #oddlysatisfying #technology #creativity #tedtalk

Self-driving cars are already cruising the streets today. And while these cars will ultimately be safer and cleaner than their manual counterparts, they can't completely avoid accidents altogether. How should the car be programmed if it encounters an unavoidable accident? In this TED Ed animation, Patrick Lin navigates the murky ethics of self-driving cars. #Selfdriving #autonomousvehicles #Ethics #TEDEd #TEDTalk

In 1947, the British viceroy announced that after 200 years of British rule, India would gain independence and be partitioned into Hindu India and Muslim Pakistan. What followed was one of the largest and bloodiest forced migrations in history: an estimated 1 million people lost their lives. What caused this violent aftermath? In this TED-Ed animation, Haimanti Roy details the lasting legacies of the Partition of India. #India #Pakistan #TEDEd #TEDTalk #History

The arrival of non-human intelligence is a much bigger deal than you think, says former Google CEO Eric Schmidt. In this conversation with technologist Bilawal Sidhu (@Bilawal Sidhu), he shares the staggering opportunities, sobering challenges and urgent risks of AI — and why he thinks this is the beginning of an exciting future. Visit the 🔗 in our ☣️ to hear more. #ai #AGI #TEDTalk #technology #artificialintelligence

Being single isn’t a problem to be solved, says behavior scientist Peter McGraw. In his TED Talk, he challenges the assumption that marriage is the only path to happiness and fulfillment and empowers those who choose to live solo in a world built for two. Visit the 🔗 in our ☣️ to watch the full talk. #TEDTalk #singlelife #couplestiktok #relationships #happiness

Did you know that modern computing, LASIK, and many other technologies we use today were created because of space exploration? That is exactly why space architect Ariel Ekblaw and her team are working on a way to accelerate the creation of space architecture. In her mind-blowing TED Talk, she reveals how these self-assembling structures could allow us to create dedicated environments for solving humanity’s greatest dilemmas — many of which are only possible in zero-gravity — and put space to work for the benefit of Earth. Visit the 🔗 in our ☣️ to watch the full talk. #stem #spaceexploration #spacestation #TEDTalk #nasa

We can’t make the same mistakes we made with AI that we did with social media, says technologist Tristan Harris. In his TED Talks, he calls on us to make the choice to confront the predictable dangers of reckless AI development and highlights the “narrow path” we should walk where power is matched with responsibility, foresight and wisdom. Visit the 🔗 in our ☣️ to learn more. #AI #AGI #TEDTalk #STEM #Utopia

If you've ever wondered why wolves howl, you're not alone. In this TED Talk, wolf whisperer and software engineer Jeffrey T. Reed showcases how advancements in AI are allowing humans to decode the surprisingly complex range of wolf sounds, from howls to barks to yelps and more. Visit the link in bio to learn more #Wolves #Wildlife#AI #naturetok #TEDTalk

In the 1960s, the FBI amassed almost 2,000 documents in an investigation into one of America’s most celebrated minds. The subject of this inquiry was a writer named James Baldwin, one of the best-selling Black authors in the world at the time. What made him loom so large in the imaginations of both the public and the authorities? In this TED-Ed animation, Christina Greer explores the life and works of James Baldwin. #juneteenth #JamesBaldwin #TEDEd #TEDTalk

If you’ve ever wanted to give a TED Talk, now is your chance. We are on a mission to find the best ideas and speakers from across the globe. To do this, we’re partnering with 9 incredible TEDx organizers in Argentina, Australia, Greece, India, Jordan, Nigeria, Singapore, the UK and the US to hear their region’s best ideas. From there we’ll select 1 amazing speaker from each event to share their talk at #TED2026 in Vancouver. Here’s Head of TED Chris Anderson with more details. Have a groundbreaking idea that you think will change minds, lives, your community or even the world? Visit the 🔗 in our ☣️ to learn more about how to apply. #TEDTalk #TEDTalks #ideas #TEDx

"When you stand up for what's true and you have that criticism, and you're trying to cause a movement, don't sway." In this moving TED Talk, Ethan Lindenberger recounts how his 2018 Reddit post about getting vaccinated led him on a journey to fight misinformation and advocate for scientific truth. Want to understand more of the true science behind vaccines? Visit the 🔗 in our ☣️ to listen to our special series on the TED Health podcast — featuring talks like this one and expert conversations with host Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider. #vaccine #STEM #misinformation #TEDTalk

From excessive parenting books to mommy blogs to #ParentTok — having a kid often comes with an overwhelming amount of advice and it’s making us more anxious, says psychiatrist Mathilde H. Ross. In her TED Talk, she encourages parents to trust their instincts instead of the litany of unsolicited advice and, when necessary, turn to an unlikely source for guidance: Puppy manuals. (Seriously!) Visit the 🔗 in our ☣️ to watch the full talk. #puppytiktok #parentingadvice #TEDTalks #raisingkids

Taylor Swift is one of the biggest superstars on the planet — but she also has one of the best entrepreneurial minds out there, says author Kevin Evers. In this episode of Fixable, Evers joins co-hosts Anne Morriss and Frances Frei to discuss some of the strategies and decisions behind Swift's record-breaking Eras Tour and what you can learn from how she manages her relationships with her fans. Listen to the full episode at the 🔗 in our ☣️. #TEDTalk #Fixable #TaylorSwift #entrepreneurship #businesswoman #swifttok

Have you ever watched shows like The Mandalorian or movies like Solo: A Star Wars Story and wondered: Is this a Jedi mind trick? According to special effects trailblazer Rob Bredow (@rbredow) of Industrial Light and Magic (@ilmvfx ) it’s all about combining old and new technologies. Visit the link in our bio to hear his full TED Talk about how the artists and engineers at Lucasfilm brought beloved movies like Jurassic Park and Indiana Jones to life — and how new innovations are forging the next generation of filmmaking. #StarWars #TheMandalorian #LucasFilm #VFX #MayThe4th #TEDTalk

In his latest TED Talk — delivered at the TEDCountdown Summit in Nairobi — former US Vice President Al Gore dismantles the fossil fuel industry’s narrative of “climate realism,” debunking their claims with the remarkable advancements in the renewable energy sector. He goes on to highlight clear signs of progress around the world — and makes the case for why now is no time to slow down on solutions to the climate crisis. Visit the 🔗 in our ☣️ to learn more. #AlGore #TEDTalk #climateaction #climaterealism #Sustainability

Reclaiming your attention and your time to make art is a revolutionary thing you can do for yourself and the world, says author Amie McNee (@Amie Mcnee). In her TED Talk, she explains that creativity is a powerful — and often overlooked — pillar of self-development. Her message? If you truly want to become the best version of yourself, you have to start making stuff. Visit the 🔗 in our ☣️ to watch the full talk. #art #creativity #selfdevelopment #tedtalk

“Empathy is not just walking in someone's shoes or feeling someone's pain. Empathy is the secret ingredient for finding a human connection.” In his TED Talk, Platon showcases his photography and invites viewers into the stories of his subjects’ lives — encouraging us all to recognize the power of human connection. Visit the 🔗 in our ☣️ to watch the full talk. #platon #photography #empathy #connection #tedtalk

Many people think of therapy as an approach to fixing problems, but clinical psychologist Emily Anhalt has a different perspective. In her TED Talk, she shares her experiences as both therapist and patient to make a compelling case that therapy isn’t just a means to an end, but instead a tool to make the necessary space for every feeling that you can possibly experience. Visit the 🔗 in our ☣️ to learn more. #MentalHealthAwarnessMonth #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #Emotions #TEDTalk

In many parts of the world heat waves are happening more often with greater intensity and for longer durations. By 2050, Earth’s mid-latitudes could be experiencing extreme heat between 90 and 180 days a year, with tropical regions enduring even more. So, how hot is too hot, and what can people do to handle the heat? In this TED-Ed animation, Carolyn Beans digs into how heat waves affect your body. [Directed by Reza Riahi, narrated by Adrian Dannatt, music by Saba Alizadeh]. #HeatWave #climatechange #TEDTalk #TEDEd

To overcome self-paralysis and take action, writing down your fears in detail can help, says author Tim Ferriss. Follow along as TED’s Ikey Ajavon walks you through the fear-setting exercise from Ferriss’ TED Talk which you can apply to any big goal or decision you’re working toward. Visit the 🔗 in our ☣️ for the full talk about how this practice can help you thrive in high-stress environments and separate what you can control from what you cannot. #fearsetting #timferriss #tedtalk #goalsetting #decisionmaking