Best For Your Eyes Only Podcasts (2024)

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The art of persuasive storytelling | Kelly D. Parker 12:19

1h ago12:19

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"Storytelling is one of the most powerful marketing and leadership tools there is," says communications expert Kelly D. Parker. She explains how stories make proposals of all kinds more memorable — and shows how you can craft a compelling narrative to connect, persuade and drive meaningful action.By Kelly D. Parker

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A climate solution? The wisdom passed down through generations | Louise Mabulo 6:52

38m ago6:52

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Louise Mabulo grew up on seemingly strange farming tips from her parents and grandparents — like planting crops during a full moon or burying a rock beneath them. Now a farmer and climate activist herself, she sees how these practical nuggets of wisdom actually have scientific merit. Learn how she's merging traditional knowledge with modern science…

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AI is turning into something totally new | Mustafa Suleyman 21:57

1h ago21:57

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When it comes to artificial intelligence, what are we actually creating? Even those closest to its development are struggling to describe exactly where things are headed, says Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman, one of the primary architects of the AI models many of us use today. He offers an honest and compelling new vision for the future of AI, pr…

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TWiT 976: Serial Churners - Netflix Earnings, Cybertruck Recall, FISA 2:27:23

1h ago2:27:23

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Cops can force suspect to unlock phone with thumbprint, US court rules TikTok 'ban' passes in the House again Senate reauthorizes FISA spy program, but not before its midnight expiration Surveillance Law Section 702 Keeps Us Safe Netflix (NFLX) earnings Q1 2024 Americans' New TV Habit: Subscribe. Watch. Cancel. Repeat. How One Author Pushed the Lim…

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How AI will step off the screen and into the real world | Daniela Rus 12:51

40m ago12:51

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The convergence of AI and robotics will unlock a wonderful new world of possibilities in everyday life, says robotics and AI pioneer Daniela Rus. Diving into the way machines think, she reveals how "liquid networks" — a revolutionary class of AI that mimics the neural processes of simple organisms — could help intelligent machines process informati…

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How to be an active citizen and spark change | Gabriel Marmentini 10:14

6h ago10:14

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What does it mean to be an active citizen? It's about more than just voting and paying taxes, says social entrepreneur Gabriel Marmentini. He explains why we can't rely on the state alone to solve all our problems — and presents the four key ingredients for anyone to become a change-maker and engage in solving public issues.…

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A Palestinian and an Israeli, face to face | Aziz Abu Sarah and Maoz Inon 17:25

5d ago17:25

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How can Israelis and Palestinians achieve peace? Palestinian peacemaker Aziz Abu Sarah and Israeli peacemaker Maoz Inon discuss the immeasurable tragedies they've experienced growing up in the region — and how they choose reconciliation over revenge, again and again. With a fierce belief in a better future, they talk about conflict, safety, finding…

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What you can do to stop economic crime | Hanjo Seibert 9:35

2d ago9:35

9:35

It might sound like the plot of a movie, but economic crime is all around us — from drug trafficking and fraud to cybercrimes, tax evasion and more. Economic crime fighter Hanjo Seibert breaks down the complexities of money laundering and how we can all wield our collective power to dismantle the underworld economy and turn off the money tap for cr…

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TWiT 975: You Don't Want to Make Gandhi Mad - AI Music, Broadband Nutrition Labels 2:38:04

5d ago2:38:04

2:38:04

AI Music with Suno and Udio Google's DeepMind finds 2.2M crystal structures in materials science win Vana plans to let users rent out their Reddit data to train AI How I Built an AI-Powered, Self-Running Propaganda Machine for $105 AI's Victories in Go Inspire Better Human Game Playing Why the California Journalism Preservation Act is putting suppo…

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Why you should disappoint your parents | Desiree Akhavan 9:33

7d ago9:33

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When filmmaker Desiree Akhavan told her Iranian immigrant parents she was in love with a woman, she knew they would object. She explains why it's worth the risk to let people get to know the real you.By Desiree Akhavan

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Can cannabis help you sleep? Here's the science | Jen Walsh 11:27

8d ago11:27

11:27

Can cannabis actually treat insomnia? It's complicated, says sleep physiologist Jen Walsh. While the plant has been used across time and cultures, there's been little scientific research on how it impacts sleep disorders like insomnia. That's precisely where she and her team come in. Learn about the world's first study into the potential of medicin…

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A new national park to reclaim Indigenous land | Tracie Revis 6:59

9d ago6:59

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In a part of the United States with more than 17,000 years of human history, cultural preservation advocate Tracie Revis is working to turn the Ocmulgee Mounds into Georgia's first national park and preserve. This park would be co-managed by the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, bringing the tribal voice back to an area they were forcibly removed from 200 y…

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Ideas change everything — and what's next for TED | Chris Anderson and Monique Ruff-Bell 20:38

9d ago20:38

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TED is on a mission to discover and champion the ideas that will shape tomorrow. Reflecting on the evolution of that mission, TED's Chris Anderson and Monique Ruff-Bell cast a visionary gaze on the organization's future — including a revamped tagline, a renewed emphasis on debate and the launch of an exciting new conference — and explore the indisp…

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Can AI catch criminals at sea? | Dyhia Belhabib 10:50

10d ago10:50

10:50

Can AI help catch oceanic outlaws? From drug smugglers to modern-day pirates, maritime crime fighter Dyhia Belhabib introduces Heva: an AI-powered tool that aggregates international criminal records to detect and stop crime that might otherwise get swept away in the tide.By Dyhia Belhabib

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TWiT 974: Get at the Young Youngs - Tesla Robotaxi, Marissa Mayer's Sunshine 2:40:38

12d ago2:40:38

2:40:38

House, Senate leaders nearing deal on landmark online privacy bill Marissa Mayer's eternal Sunshine Elon Musk says Tesla will unveil its robotaxi on Aug. 8; shares pop Amazon's Grocery Stores to Drop Just Walk Out Checkout Tech X's 'complimentary' Premium push gives people blue checks they didn't ask for President Biden is now posting into the fedi…

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Music, movement and poetry | Tunde Olaniran 9:39

13d ago9:39

9:39

Joined onstage by four dancers, multidisciplinary artist Tunde Olaniran smolders through a set of songs powered by experimental electronic beats.By Tunde Olaniran

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A futuristic vision for Latin America, rooted in ancient design | Catalina Lotero 11:45

14d ago11:45

11:45

What would Latin America look like if colonization hadn't interrupted its ancient civilizations? Imagining a future where ancestral knowledge intertwines with modern aesthetics, designer Catalina Lotero shows how "pre-Columbian futurism" draws inspiration from Indigenous symbolism and technology — empowering Latin America to reclaim lost cultural n…

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How to spot a cult | Sarah Edmondson 17:38

15d ago17:38

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Nobody joins a cult on purpose, says Sarah Edmondson, a former member of the infamous Nxivm cult and one of the three whistleblowers that led to its downfall. She explains how she got ensnared in this highly manipulative group — and then escaped it — and shares red flags to help you distinguish between a cult and a safe community.…

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Want to succeed in business? Find a problem to solve | Anthony Tan and Amane Dannouni 17:58

16d ago17:58

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Anthony Tan — the CEO of Grab, Southeast Asia's leading super-app — talks about launching a business that not only turns a profit but also helps people and the environment. In conversation with digital strategist Amane Dannouni, Tan discusses the design choices and tension points of running such a company and why it's something every entrepreneur s…

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What happens to sex in midlife? A look at the "bedroom gap" | Maria Sophocles 14:11

16d ago14:11

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Menopause isn't just hot flashes, says gynecologist and sexual medicine specialist Maria Sophocles. It's often accompanied by overlooked symptoms like painful sex or loss of libido. Shedding light on what she calls the "bedroom gap," or the difference in sexual expectations of men and women in midlife due to societal norms, Sophocles advocates for …

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The Bad Science Behind Jonathan Haidt's Call to Regulate Social Media 8:09

18d ago8:09

8:09

In his 1996 book, The Vision of the Anointed, economist Thomas Sowell sketched out a pattern that many of the "crusading movements" of the 20th century have followed. First, they identify a "great danger" to society, followed by an "urgent need" for government action "to avert impending catastrophe." A new book by psychologist and author Jonathan H…

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A comedian's take on how to save democracy | Jordan Klepper 8:03

17d ago8:03

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Conversation is a battlefield with only one winner. Or is it? Comedian and author Jordan Klepper believes we can get better at talking to each other (and perhaps save democracy) by learning how to lose.By Jordan Klepper

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TWiT 973: The Inverted Goldilocks Zone - Gmail turns 20, AI PC definition, xz Utils backdoor 3:09:51

19d ago3:09:51

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Gmail turns 20, AI PC definition, xz Utils backdoor 20 years of Gmail Backdoor found in widely used Linux utility breaks encrypted SSH connections An Accidental Discovery of a Backdoor Likely Prevented Thousands of Infections EU probes Apple, Meta and Alphabet under landmark new law Google Podcasts service shuts down in the US next week Daniel Kahn…

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The human cost of coal mining in China | Xiaojun "Tom" Wang 14:03

20d ago14:03

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Xiaojun "Tom" Wang grew up in the Chinese province of Shanxi, the world's largest coal producer. Each year, more than a billion tons of coal are dug out of Shanxi's mountains, and the impacts are devastating — from massive landslides to damaged cultural sites and threats to human health. Wang illuminates the need for sustainable alternatives to pro…

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How to live with economic doomsaying | Philipp Carlsson-Szlezak 9:59

21d ago9:59

9:59

Economic crises can and do happen. But for every true crisis, there are many false alarms, says economist Philipp Carlsson-Szlezak. He explains how to live with the media's pervasive economic doomsaying, why we should stop treating financial forecasts like a precise science — and what we should embrace instead.…

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Your invitation to help build a sustainable future | Jim Snabe 6:15

26d ago6:15

6:15

"If we want to avoid a climate disaster, we need much more radical leadership," says Jim Snabe, who knows a thing or two about leadership as chairman of the world's largest maritime shipping company. In a stirring talk, he encourages companies to take big, bold actions to tackle climate change — and invites anyone to join the TED Future Forum, a ne…

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Let your garden grow wild | Rebecca McMackin 12:18

22d ago12:18

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Many gardeners work hard to maintain clean, tidy environments ... which is the exact opposite of what wildlife wants, says ecological horticulturist Rebecca McMackin. She shows the beauty of letting your garden run wild, surveying the success she's had increasing biodiversity even in the middle of New York City — and offers tips for cultivating a g…

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Why don't we have better robots yet? | Ken Goldberg 12:06

23d ago12:06

12:06

Why hasn't the dream of having a robot at home to do your chores become a reality yet? With three decades of research expertise in the field, roboticist Ken Goldberg sheds light on the clumsy truth about robots — and what it will take to build more dexterous machines to work in a warehouse or help out at home.…

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3 steps to better connect with your fellow humans | Amber Cabral 12:45

24d ago12:45

12:45

How can you effectively support people at work and in your community, especially when they're different from you? Inclusion strategist Amber Cabral shares three steps you can take to build connection — emphasizing that even small, everyday actions can make a big difference to those around you.By Amber Cabral

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TWiT 972: Judicial Whimsy - US vs. Apple, The ELVIS Act 2:48:52

26d ago2:48:52

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U.S. versus Apple: A first reaction Critics of the TikTok Bill Are Missing the Point Tennessee becomes first US state with law protecting musicians from AI In One Key A.I. Metric, China Pulls Ahead of the U.S.: Talent Murthy v Missouri at SCOTUS Unpatchable vulnerability in Apple chip leaks secret encryption keys Windows 11, Tesla, and Ubuntu Linux…

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How business leaders can renew democracy | Daniella Ballou-Aares 11:30

27d ago11:30

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How much should business leaders speak out about threats to democracy? It's a question many corporations are wrestling with these days. Business and democracy leader Daniella Ballou-Aares shows why companies have both the ability and the responsibility to engage in protecting elections and the rule of law — and why their bottom lines may depend on …

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How to choose clothes for longevity, not the landfill | Diarra Bousso 10:44

28d ago10:44

10:44

Buying cheap clothing online can be satisfying, but it comes with not-so-hidden environmental costs. When designer Diarra Bousso was growing up in Senegal, her family bought and created new outfits for longevity rather than on impulse — an intention she carries forth in her fashion tech brand. Outlining three sustainable principles, including crowd…

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AI and the paradox of self-replacing workers | Madison Mohns 9:13

29d ago9:13

9:13

As companies introduce AI into the workplace to increase productivity, an uncomfortable paradox is emerging: people are often responsible for training the very systems that might displace them. AI ethics advocate Madison Mohns presents three leadership principles to embrace technological progress while prioritizing your coworkers' well-being — pavi…

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5 lessons on happiness — from pop fame to poisonous snakes | Mike Posner 17:51

1M ago17:51

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Singer-songwriter Mike Posner took a break from his music to take a walk — a very long walk, across the entire United States. He shares five lessons he learned from his epic, eventful trek (snakes might be involved) and how it helped him find the key to happiness. (He also performs two hit songs: "I Took a Pill in Ibiza" and "Could You Do the Same.…

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Dear fellow refugees, here's how I found resilience | Chantale Zuzi Leader 11:32

1M ago11:32

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Chantale Zuzi Leader is one of the millions of displaced people around the world. In a deeply moving talk, she reflects on losing her family, home and sense of safety — only to break through and ultimately find community and hope. It's an astounding story of resilience that speaks to today's refugee crisis.…

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TWiT 971: The Element of Chaos - SpaceX Spy Satellites, New Apple Carplay 3:05:31

1M ago3:05:31

3:05:31

The Panel discusses video Formats and aspect ratios House of Reps pass bill that could ban TikTok TechDirt: TikTok ban would be unconstitutional and doesn't actually help with threats TikTok estimated to be worth $100B, or $40B if it doesn't include the algorithm US wants to ban TikTok for the sins of every social media company What social media is…

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The miracle of organ donation — and a breakthrough for the future | Abbas Ardehali 10:07

1M ago10:07

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Organ transplants save lives, but they come with challenges: every minute a healthy donated organ is on ice increases risk. And even if things go perfectly, rejection of the organ is still possible. Cardiothoracic surgeon Abbas Ardehali introduces cutting-edge medical advances in machine perfusion — a portable platform that keeps organs alive outsi…

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Meet mini-grids — the clean energy solution bringing power to millions | Tombo Banda 10:22

1M ago10:22

10:22

Hundreds of millions of people lack access to electricity in Sub-Saharan Africa, relying on highly polluting diesel and firewood for power and light. Working to brighten the future in her home country of Malawi and beyond, energy access innovator Tombo Banda makes the case for mini-grids — localized energy systems powered by solar energy that are q…

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How a sanctuary for self-expression can change lives | Reed J. Williams and Lindsay Morris 15:31

1M ago15:31

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After bringing her son to a summer camp for gender-nonconforming children, photographer Lindsay Morris launched a project to share the campers' stories with the world. One of them, Reed J. Williams, is now a powerful advocate for transgender youth. Together, Morris and Williams reveal two sides to the LGBTQ+ experience — one as a mother, one as a t…

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A path to social safety for migrant workers | Ashif Shaikh 7:57

1M ago7:57

7:57

Hundreds of millions of migrant workers travel within their countries to seek out means of survival — often leaving behind all they know for months or even years. Many face poverty and exploitation, and they need a robust social safety net to protect them, says migrant advocate and 2023 Audacious Project grantee Ashif Shaikh. He shares how his gras…

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3 mysteries of the universe — and a new force that might explain them | Alex Keshavarzi 13:25

1M ago13:25

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We're still in the dark about what 95 percent of our universe is made of — and the standard model for understanding particle physics has hit a limit. What's the next step forward? Particle physicist Alex Keshavarzi digs into the first results of the Muon g-2 experiment at Fermilab in Chicago, which found compelling evidence of new particles or forc…

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TWiT 970: Where Does Jazz Come From? - TikTok Ban, Creepy AI, Practical Fusion 2:24:12

1M ago2:24:12

2:24:12

TikTok Ban, Creepy AI, Practical Fusion Why Trump now opposes banning TikTok Spain tells Sam Altman, Worldcoin to shut down its eyeball-scanning orbs OpenAI announces new members to the board of directors OpenAI Responds to Elon Musk's Lawsuit Palantir wins US Army contract for battlefield AI Welcome to the Valley of the Creepy AI Dolls AI Marilyn …

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Why are women still taken less seriously than men? | Mary Ann Sieghart 12:46

1M ago12:46

12:46

Women are routinely underestimated, overlooked, interrupted, talked over or mistaken for someone more junior at the workplace. Author Mary Ann Sieghart calls this the "authority gap" — all the ways women are (still) taken less seriously than men, despite proven competence and expertise. She explains how we can close this pernicious gap and why ever…

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The unsung heroes fighting malnutrition | Shruthi Baskaran-Makanju 12:18

1M ago12:18

12:18

The pastoralists in Africa sustainably produce meat and milk to help feed the continent. But their way of life — and work — is under threat. Food systems advocate Shruthi Baskaran-Makanju explains how best to preserve these vital communities and why they're key to solving the nutritional challenges of Africa's children.…

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iOS Today Video Is Club TWiT Exclusive 1:02

2M ago1:02

1:02

Hello there iOS Today watchers, we've got a bit of news for you about the show. From now on, we're going to be releasing all episodes of iOS Today as audio-only in these public feeds. So, that's right, you can now easily access all episodes, audio-only, in your favorite podcast app. Now, don't worry if you are all about watching videos like this on…

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How to lead with radical candor | Kim Scott 15:19

2M ago15:19

15:19

"How can you say what you mean without being mean?" asks CEO coach and author Kim Scott. Delving into the delicate balance between caring and challenging when leading in the workplace, she introduces "radical candor" as the way to give constructive criticism, compassionately.By Kim Scott

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How to find creativity and purpose in the face of adversity | Suleika Jaouad 39:09

2M ago39:09

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How can you find strength during life's most difficult moments? Author Suleika Jaouad's experience detailed in the documentary "American Symphony," an intimate portrait of her life as she grapples with illness, is a testament to finding a pathway to healing through artistic expression. In this sweeping conversation with TED's Susan Zimmerman, Jaoua…

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The Political Sabotage of Nuclear Power 26:23

2M ago26:23

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Once upon a time, America embraced nuclear power as the future of energy. Today it accounts for a mere 18 percent of the nation's electricity generation, while fossil fuels remain dominant at 60 percent. Why did nuclear fail to take off? From 1967 to 1972, the nuclear sector experienced significant growth, and 48 new nuclear plants were built. But …

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How to bridge political divides — from two friends on opposing sides | Samar Ali and Clint Brewer 16:55

2M ago16:55

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On paper, law professor Samar Ali and public affairs strategist Clint Brewer seem to come from very different — and perhaps opposing — backgrounds. But their friendship shows why political polarization in the US isn't as intractable as we might think. In an enlightening conversation, they talk about how to address deepening divides in the US and ar…

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How business can improve the world, not just the bottom line | Esha Chhabra 11:39

2M ago11:39

11:39

"Sustainability has become more marketing than action," says environmental business journalist Esha Chhabra. Challenging conventional business models solely focused on profit, she shares how regenerative companies that embed purpose into every facet of their operations can drive real change — and make things better for people and the planet.…

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