Best Laura Larsson Podcasts (2023)

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Demystifying the wild world of crypto | Laura Shin 54:34

1h ago54:34

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Is crypto truly the next big thing, or is it just a money-sucking flash in the pan? In a wide-ranging interview, journalist Laura Shin explains what crypto is (and what it definitely isn't), taking us through the most recent turns in its constantly evolving story -- including the recent meltdown caused by the bankruptcy of FTX. This conversation, h…

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Are video calls the best we can do in the age of the metaverse? | Josephine Eyre 16:16

2h ago16:16

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Remote work, while redefining the workplace landscape, seems stuck behind endless video conference calls that hinder free-flowing conversation and collaboration. In the 21st century, is that really the best we can do? Digital anthropologist Josephine Eyre makes the case for embracing the metaverse as an immersive meeting place that could help reign…

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How will AI change the world? | George Zaidan and Stuart Russell 7:45

12d ago7:45

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In the coming years, artificial intelligence is probably going to change your life -- and likely the entire world. But people have a hard time agreeing on exactly how AI will affect our society. Can we build AI systems that help us fix the world? Or are we doomed to a robotic takeover? Explore the limitations of artificial intelligence and the poss…

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Why the passport needs an upgrade | Karoli Hindriks 11:37

6d ago11:37

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It's time to give paper passports a digital upgrade, says entrepreneur Karoli Hindriks. Looking to Estonia's technology-driven government for inspiration, she envisions a world where immigration is no longer hindered by bureaucracy and needless repetition. Travel with her to a future beyond borders where universal digital passports replace paper on…

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Epigenetics, Gut Mind Connection, Leaky Gut, The Deal With Probiotics, with Rachel Larsson 59:27

10d ago59:27

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Today’s guest, Gut Expert Rachel Larsson has made it her life's purpose to support her clients to overcome the bloat! Acknowledging that she was destined to work in the field of gut health and naturopathy, Rachel owes her deep appreciation and respect for nature to being raised on a farm. Although it was through her own gut healing journey that she…

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A future with fewer cars | Freeman H. Shen 8:25

13d ago8:25

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What if your car could drop you off and then find parking by itself? According to electric vehicle entrepreneur Freeman H. Shen, this technology already exists. He shares his vision for a future where AI-powered electric vehicles will solve many of the problems cars currently cause, like smog, traffic congestion, accidents and, yes, endlessly circl…

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Introducing Good Sport 4:28

20d ago4:28

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This week on TED Tech we’re excited to introduce TED’s newest podcast, Good Sport, hosted by veteran sports producer Jody Avirgan. What can sports teach us about life – and each other? Good Sport brings you invigorating stories from on and off the field to argue that sports are as powerful and compelling a lens as any to understand the world – from…

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Love is a State of Consciousness, Your Oceanic Self, Embracing Change Through Self-Awareness with Laura Poole 1:04:36

25d ago1:04:36

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Laura Poole, having taught both Natasha and Mel in Vedic Meditation, joins us on the podcast. We think the fact that meditation is commonplace in Melbourne has a lot to do with Laura and her ability to do things differently. From creating the largest Vedic community in town, as well as founding Mahasoma, the first female led meditation collective, …

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Esports, virtual Formula 1 and the new era of play | James Hodge 12:21

27d ago12:21

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As the line between the physical and digital worlds blur, so does the line between real-world and virtual sports. Reframing our understanding of competition, data-driven technologist James Hodge explains how far esports (like virtual Formula 1 race car driving) have come in replicating the conditions of physical sports, making elite competition mor…

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The future of machines that move like animals | Robert Katzschmann 9:31

1M ago9:31

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Imagine a boat that propels by moving its "tail" from side to side, just like a fish. That's the kind of machine that TED Fellow Robert Katzschmann's lab builds: soft-bodied robots that imitate natural movements with artificial, silent muscles. He lays out his vision for machines that take on mesmerizing new forms, made of softer and more lifelike …

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Excel in Daily Movement, Training to Age Well, Feet Worship with The A Life 1:05:42

1M ago1:05:42

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A story of two people who met 15 years ago on the street dancing scene, and are partners in life to this day. Ange and Marty of The A Life offer us an incredible exploration into the power of mindset when it comes to excelling in movement. You’ll discover some fascinating hacks that simple movement can solve, and you’ll learn that your FEET are tru…

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How global virtual communities can help kids achieve their dreams | Matthew Garcia 11:20

1M ago11:20

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How do we make historically exclusive fields like classical music, fine arts or academic research more accessible to everyone? Education equalizer and violist Matthew Garcia thinks one way to remove barriers is to create free, virtual education programs that connect talented young minds to the resources they need to thrive in their future careers. …

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Meet the world's largest machine | Henry Richardson 6:03

2M ago6:03

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In 1967, Homer Loutzenheuser flipped a switch and connected the power grids of the United States, forming one interconnected machine. Today, the US power grid is the world's largest machine, containing more than 7,300 electricity-generating plants. So how exactly do these power plants work? Henry Richardson digs into the delicate balancing act of h…

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Food as Medicine, Fasting with Kindness, Full Trust in Nature, with Rosemarie Walmsley 1:04:29

2M ago1:04:29

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Rosemarie from Raw Satya is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to using food as medicine. Not only does her wisdom come from a life full of experience, but it was an intrinsic knowing that she connected to in her youth that led her on this (at times) weird and wonderful path. In this podcast Rosemarie shares stories that are rich in esoteric wisdo…

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4 ways to design a disability-friendly future | Meghan Hussey 12:20

2M ago12:20

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Nearly fifteen percent of the world's population lives with a disability, yet this massive chunk of humanity is still routinely excluded from opportunities. Sharing her experience growing up with an autistic sister, disability inclusion advocate Meghan Hussey illuminates the path towards an inclusive future in four steps, and it starts with an atti…

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How gaming can be a force for good | Noah Raford 17:14

2M ago17:14

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If you think social media is powerful, keep an eye on immersive video games, says futurist Noah Raford. As more and more people are drawn into gaming and virtual worlds, the communities they forge are spawning real-world social movements. Raford urges us to recognize what's really going on -- and then harness those forces to build the future we wan…

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A bold plan to transform access to the US social safety net | Amanda Renteria 16:10

2M ago16:10

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This week on TED Tech we are revisiting a talk by digital public servant Amanda Renteria. Millions of people who rely on government welfare services are often discouraged from seeking them out, frustrated by long lines and unnecessarily complicated processes. At Code for America, Renteria is helping develop human-centered technology that "respects …

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Real social media solutions, with Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen | Your Undivided Attention 27:51

3M ago27:51

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When it comes to social media risk, there is reason to hope for consensus. Center for Humane Technology co-founder Tristan Harris recently helped launch a new initiative called the Council for Responsible Social Media (CRSM) in Washington, D.C. It’s a coalition between religious leaders, public health experts, national security leaders, and former …

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The shift we need to stop mass surveillance | Albert Fox Cahn 10:09

3M ago10:09

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Mass surveillance is worse than you think, but the solutions are simpler than you realize, says lawyer, technologist and TED Fellow Albert Fox Cahn. Breaking down the crude tactics law enforcement uses to sweep up massive amounts of data collected about us by our everyday tech, he lays out how new legal firewalls can protect the public from geofenc…

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Agents of Wellness by Nourish Melbourne

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Understand Your Nervous System and Unlock Your Innate Power with Irene Ais 1:05:11

4M ago1:05:11

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This conversation with Irene 'Izzy' Ais is equally insightful and profound. Izzy’s wisdom runs deep so when she says that understanding the nervous system is the key to wellbeing, you believe it with every cell in your body. After all, she is an integrated physiotherapist, yogi, and meditation teacher - a force of nature and cheer-leader for your c…

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What if you could sing in your favorite musician's voice? | Holly Herndon 13:04

3M ago13:04

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What if you could create new music using your favorite musician's voice? Sharing her melodic gifts with the world, multidisciplinary artist Holly Herndon introduces Holly+, an AI-powered instrument that lets people sing with her own voice. Musician Pher joins her onstage to demonstrate this mind-blowing tech while singing into two microphones -- on…

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Facing Fears, Shifting Energy, and the Power of Asking with Lydia Bergantino 1:01:31

4M ago1:01:31

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A chat about shifting energy and facing your fears. Lydia has made it her life’s purpose to give you the courage to look at your trauma, let those you don’t agree with be your teachers and break trauma bonds - all as a means of creating the life you desire. And she shares some interesting insights into ‘choices' and the power of asking for exactly …

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The energy Africa needs to develop -- and fight climate change | Rose M. Mutiso 12:52

4M ago12:52

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In this perspective-shifting talk, energy researcher Rose M. Mutiso makes the case for prioritizing Africa's needs with what's left of the world's carbon budget, to foster growth and equitably achieve a smaller global carbon footprint. After the talk, our host Sherrell expands upon the ways some nations have been historically neglected when it come…

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How green hydrogen could end the fossil fuel era | Vaitea Cowan 12:18

4M ago12:18

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As climate change accelerates, finding clean alternatives to fossil fuels is more urgent than ever. Social entrepreneur Vaitea Cowan believes green hydrogen is the answer. Watch as she shares her team's work mass producing electrolyzers -- devices that separate water into its molecular components: hydrogen and oxygen -- and shows how they could hel…

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Harness the Power of Water with Dr. Marc Cohen 1:01:42

4M ago1:01:42

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This conversation with Dr. Marc Cohen will enhance your life in ways that can begin today. He beautifully simplifies an esoteric wisdom and advanced science about the nature of water and geometry into simple hacks to upgrade your wellbeing. From cold water therapy to poetry and tulsi tea, Dr Marc is a wealth of knowledge in a great many fields. Hav…

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How video game skills can get you ahead in life | William Collis 13:21

4M ago13:21

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What does it take to be a pro gamer? Esports expert William Collis charts the rise of the multibillion-dollar competitive gaming industry and breaks down three skills needed to master video games like Fortnite, League of Legends and Rocket League. And watch out, Collis says: these skills can set you up for crushing it at work, too. After the talk, …

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The awesome potential of many metaverses | Agnes Larsson 15:58

4M ago15:58

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In the multitude of metaverses that exist there are infinite possibilities for inclusivity and creativity. Inviting us to craft our own digital universes, Minecraft's game director Agnes Larsson shares how the experience of building and sharing metaverses can foster dialogue, friendship and trust -- pointing to the meaningful impact virtual worlds …

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Agents of Wellness by Nourish Melbourne

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Debunking the Organic Cotton & Textiles Industry with Bhumi Organic Cotton 56:28

5M ago56:28

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Have you ever thought about the clothes you wear, and the bedding you use as having a significant impact on your health? Our podcast guest Vinita Baravkar, founder of Bhumi Organic Cotton, will lift the veil on an industry that we literally wrap ourselves in daily and one that we are very rarely without. When you truly understand this insight - the…

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Could a DAO build the next great city? | Scott Fitsimones 15:13

5M ago15:13

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Could DAOs, or "decentralized autonomous organizations," be the key to building the next great city? Experimental urbanist Scott Fitsimones shares how these mission-driven, blockchain-governed, collectively owned organizations could increase the speed and efficiency of building cities (among many other applications) -- all while pooling decision-ma…

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How to preserve your private life in the age of social media | Bryce Dallas Howard 15:39

5M ago15:39

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Growing up in the public eye, multi-hyphenate creator Bryce Dallas Howard experienced the familiar pressure to share her life with the world on social media. But with her mother's steadfast guidance, Howard learned to set personal boundaries and savor the beauty of private moments. In this personal talk, she draws on three generations of family wis…

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Creating a Healthy Home Environment with Nicole Bijlsma 53:13

5M ago53:13

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In today’s podcast we dive deep into the rabbit hole that is health hazards in the home. You will be in awe of our guest, Nicole Bijlsma who single handedly created the Building Biology industry in this country, after 10 miscarriages lead her down this path. Her story will move you and inspire you. So grab a pen and jot down one or two simple thing…

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The rebel radio that brought down a war criminal | Diana Sierra Becerra 9:32

5M ago9:32

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Since the 1800s, a handful of oligarchs had controlled nearly all of El Salvador's land, forcing laborers to work for almost nothing. But in 1980, farmers and urban workers formed guerrilla groups to overthrow the US-backed dictatorship. These revolutionaries were attacked from every direction, but a group of rebels refused to be silenced. Diana Si…

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Where on Earth will people live in the future? | Parag Khanna 20:15

5M ago20:15

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From the return of nomadic living to a climate-disrupted world, author and global strategist Parag Khanna has some predictions for humanity. Get a fascinating glimpse at the future as he tackles an urgent question: Where on Earth will eight billion humans live in the uncertain times ahead? This conversation, hosted by TED current affairs curator Wh…

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Conscious Conception, Contraception, Womb Health and Fertility with Dr. Amanda Waaldyk 1:08:25

6M ago1:08:25

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The incredibly honest, playful and devoted woman behind Angea shares stories to incite tears and laughter. Over 20 years ago her own health crisis brought her to study TCM and to this day she is as devoted as ever to her cause - sharing the medicine of the cosmos with the community of powerful women that she has nurtured along her path. She empower…

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How we could solve the dark matter mystery | Chanda Prescod-Weinstein 15:58

5M ago15:58

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The universe that we know, with its luminous stars and orbiting planets, is largely made up of elements we can't actually see -- like dark energy and dark matter -- and therefore don't fully understand. Theoretical physicist Chanda Prescod-Weinstein takes us inside the search for this cosmos-shaping invisible matter and explains how, with the help …

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An alternative to the Silicon Valley unicorn | Your Undivided Attention 51:18

6M ago51:18

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What’s the alternative to the Silicon Valley unicorn? In this episode of the podcast Your Undivided Attention, co-hosts Tristan Harris and Aza Raskin talk with Mara Zepeda and Kate “Sassy” Sassoon of Zebras Unite about how to create the conditions for humane business, and in turn, humane technology. You can find more episodes of Your Undivided Atte…

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The Answers We Seek Are Within Us, with Dr. Sarah Jane 56:40

6M ago56:40

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This episode with Dr Sarah Jane will open the confines of your mind. We dive deep into Sarah Jane’s path, one that brings with it healing for her clients and herself interchangeably. Dr Sarah Jane describes the moment she used a search engine to discover her purpose, then went on to let this direct her to where she is today! Join us for this beauti…

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Ageing and Happiness - Moving Towards ‘Pro-Ageing’ Consciousness, with Amy Crawford 58:15

6M ago58:15

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This episode will leave you with a strong sense of hope around ageing. Amy Crawford, of The Holistic Ingredient, has made it her mission to uncover a truth linking ageing and happiness, one that you really don’t want to miss. When it comes to the nature of ageing, this episode asks some big questions and the answers will surprise you and potentiall…

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Welcome to Agents of Wellness by Nourish Melbourne 8:21

6M ago8:21

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Welcome to Agents of Wellness by Nourish Melbourne. In this intro episode, get familiar with your podcast hosts and Nourish Melbourne founders - Natasha Mason and Mel Alizzi. Raw and unscripted, the Agents of Wellness Podcast provides you with an opportunity to dive deep into a vast range of well-being topics with knowledgeable and passionate exper…

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Mark Cuban doesn’t believe in following your passions | ReThinking with Adam Grant 45:11

6M ago45:11

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Mark Cuban has gone from selling garbage bags door-to-door to selling internet companies for billions, acquiring an NBA team, and becoming a beloved “Shark” on Shark Tank. Mark reveals to Adam how he turns problems into opportunities in entrepreneurship, basketball, and investing. They discuss his latest venture–disrupting the healthcare industry w…

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How is your city tackling the climate crisis? | Marvin Rees 20:09

6M ago20:09

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"If we can unlock the full potential of our cities, we can minimize the price the planet pays for hosting us in our growing numbers," says Marvin Rees, the Mayor of Bristol, UK. Rees notes that while sustainable infrastructure already exists in many parts of the world -- like electric buses in Colombia and freshwater reserves in Singapore -- major …

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5 ethical principles for digitizing humanitarian aid | Aarathi Krishnan 17:53

6M ago17:53

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Over the last decade, humanitarian organizations have digitized many of their systems, from registering refugees with biometric IDs to transporting cargo via drones. This has helped deliver aid around the world, but it's also brought new risks to the people it's meant to protect. Tech and human rights ethicist Aarathi Krishnan points to the dangers…

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A brain implant that turns your thoughts into text | Tom Oxley 17:17

7M ago17:17

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What if you could control your digital devices using just the power of thought? That's the incredible promise behind the Stentrode -- an implantable brain-computer interface that collects and wirelessly transmits information directly from the brain, without the need for open surgery. Neurotech entrepreneur Tom Oxley describes the intricacies of thi…

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You shouldn't have to choose between filling your prescriptions and paying bills | Kiah Williams 14:38

7M ago14:38

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As prescription drug costs skyrocket in the US, thousands of people are forced to forgo lifesaving medications -- all while manufacturers and health care facilities systematically destroy perfectly good, surplus pills. Kiah Williams shares how SIRUM -- a nonprofit that delivers unused medications to families who need them most -- plans to drive dow…

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A creator-led internet, built on blockchain | Adam Mosseri 18:46

7M ago18:46

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As digital assets like cryptocurrency and NFTs become more mainstream, design thinker and head of Instagram Adam Mosseri believes that creators are uniquely positioned to benefit. These blockchain-enabled technologies could remove the need for a "middleman" in the form of large social media platforms, allowing creators to more freely distribute the…

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NFTs, the metaverse and the future of digital art | Elizabeth Strickler 17:03

8M ago17:03

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In need of a brief yet illuminating lesson on the obsession with NFTs? Elizabeth Strickler breaks down the acronym and explains the fundamentals of non-fungible tokens, sharing how these digital assets are changing the landscape for artists and content creators looking to cash in on their creations -- in and out of the metaverse. Stay tuned after t…

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Why people and AI make good business partners | Shervin Khodabandeh 15:44

8M ago15:44

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What happens when the data-driven capabilities of AI are combined with human creativity and ingenuity? Shining a light on the opportunities this futuristic collaboration could bring to the workplace, AI expert Shervin Khodabandeh shares how to redesign companies so that people and machines can learn from each other. Hear more after the episode from…

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Kevin Roose | How to Be a Better Human 34:41

8M ago34:41

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This is an episode of How to Be a Better Human, another podcast in the TED Audio Collective. To hear more episodes, follow How to Be a Better Human wherever you're listening to this. We'll be back on July 22 with a new season of TED Tech—and a surprise.By TED Tech

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3 tips for leaders to get the future of work right | TED Business 16:22

9M ago16:22

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Work that's dictated by a fixed schedule, place and job description doesn't make sense anymore, says leadership expert Debbie Lovich. In light of the cultural shift towards remote work sparked by the pandemic, Lovich gives three essential tips to leaders so employees can keep their autonomy (while remaining productive), companies can let go of rigi…

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