This is an episode of Fixable, a new business call-in podcast from the TED Audio Collective hosted by Harvard Business professor Frances Frei and CEO and best-selling author Anne Morriss. Kelli is a nurse at a leading teaching hospital where communication issues are not only leading to resentment – they could also be affecting patient care. After hearing from Kelli about the larger problems at play in the healthcare space, Anne and Frances discuss the link between communication and transparency ...
Apr 05, 2023•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on TEDx SHORTS 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 what happens when you age out of a sport, to how we do or don't nurture talent, to analyzing how sports arguments have become the mode for all arg...
Feb 08, 2023•4 min•Transcript available on Metacast On a list of the least funny topics imaginable, the global refugee crisis, border disputes, and questions of citizenships are probably close to the top. And yet comedian Maeve Higgins has spent her career finding ways to make jokes about (and make sense of) the ways we draw lines across the globe. She’s a standup and a writer who speaks from the point of view of an Irish immigrant in the United States. In this episode, she talks about ways we can find funny and eye-opening vantage points to look...
Jul 11, 2022•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast You don’t need to travel to feel thrilled about a new place; if the last two years have taught us anything, it’s that the ideas, cultures, and charm of our world can reach us wherever we are. This season on Far Flung with Saleem Reshamwala, we journey across the globe to bring you incredible, unique and imaginative stories— from the unbelievable suspended bridges that connect Nepal, to hidden underground tapes that capture the culture of Somalia, to a museum that stores and exhibits… wind!? Get ...
Jun 09, 2022•2 min•Transcript available on Metacast Can you REALLY boost your metabolism? Is blue light actually ruining your sleep? How much vaginal yeast is healthy and when is it … too much? Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter is BACK for a second season to bust the lies you’re told—and sold—about your personal health. Join Dr. Jen Gunter as she addresses common myths– from breaking down the incredible ways our senses of taste and smell work, to debunking some of the harmful misconceptions about opioids, to addressing the biggest pain on our backs ...
May 11, 2022•1 min•Transcript available on Metacast WorkLife with Adam Grant is back for a fifth season! Organizational psychologist Adam Grant knows that you spend a quarter of your life at work–and in this show, he talks to some of the world’s most unusual professionals to discover how we can actually enjoy all that time. From breaking down “The Great Resignation” to identifying the work culture that’s right for you, to learning the art of the pitch, this season is packed with actionable insights to help you make work not suck. To hear episodes...
Apr 12, 2022•3 min•Transcript available on Metacast Cognitive scientist Tom Griffiths shows how we can apply the logic of computers to untangle tricky human problems using three practical strategies. This talk was filmed at TEDxSydney. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDx Follow TEDx on Instagram...
Mar 27, 2022•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Erica Stone looks at the discrepancies between tax funded academic research and the post-research availability of expensive journals, and advocates for a new, open-access relationship between the public and scholars. This talk was filmed at TEDxMileHighWomen. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts...
Mar 26, 2022•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast Archaeologist Sarah Kurnick illustrates why some misconceptions about humanity’s past perpetuate racist and xenophobic notions of history and culture. This talk was filmed at TEDxMileHigh. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDx Follow TEDx on Inst...
Mar 25, 2022•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Journalist Chuck Plunkett passionately makes the case for local news as an essential part of any healthy democracy. This talk was filmed at TEDxMileHigh. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDx Follow TEDx on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/te...
Mar 20, 2022•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jill Seubert is a deep space navigator who shares the intricacies involved in space travel. This talk was filmed at TEDxUCLA. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDx Follow TEDx on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tedx_official Hosted on Acast....
Mar 19, 2022•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Student Hailey Hardcastle explains why schools should offer mental health days and allow students time to practice emotional hygiene without stigma. This talk was filmed at TEDxSalem. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDx Follow TEDx on Instagram...
Mar 18, 2022•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast Accountant Estelle Gibson offers actionable advice on finding greater financial independence. This talk was filmed at TEDxDayton. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDx Follow TEDx on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tedx_official Hosted on Ac...
Mar 13, 2022•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Memory scientist Julia Shaw examines the ways companies can protect and advocate for employees who face workplace discrimination and harassment. This talk was filmed at TEDxLondonWomen. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDx Follow TEDx on Instagr...
Mar 12, 2022•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Anthropologist Veronica Barassi urges parents to demand protections and look closely at the ways their kids’ data is being collected online. This talk was filmed at TEDxMileHigh. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDx Follow TEDx on Instagram: htt...
Mar 11, 2022•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Spanish professor Anna Babel reveals the intricate relationship between language and culture. This talk was filmed at TEDxOhioStateUniversity. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDx Follow TEDx on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tedx_official...
Mar 06, 2022•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Bioarchaeologist Carolyn Freiwald traces the story of human migration across the Americas to illustrate what ancient teeth can reveal about you. This talk was filmed at TEDxUniversityofMississippi. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDx Follow TED...
Mar 05, 2022•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Computer scientist Max Hawkins looks at the ways algorithms can offer unique chances to step outside of one’s comfort zone. This talk was filmed at TEDxVienna. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDx Follow TEDx on Instagram: https://www.instagram....
Mar 04, 2022•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Vidhya Ramalingam shares the ways she and others are working on intervention strategies to tackle the hate that exists on and offline. This talk was filmed at TEDxLondonWomen. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDx Follow TEDx on Instagram: https:...
Feb 27, 2022•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast Sociologist Christine Carter offers one simple step that could help you keep motivated to achieve your goals, both big and small. This talk was filmed at TEDxMarin. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDx Follow TEDx on Instagram: https://www.insta...
Feb 26, 2022•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast Reflecting on the leadup to launching a successful software company, Atlassian CEO Mike Cannon-Brookes shares what he’s learned about overcoming the very common feeling of “imposter syndrome”. This talk was filmed at TEDxSydney. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twitter: http...
Feb 25, 2022•7 min•Transcript available on Metacast Using the story of Hurricane Sandy’s effect on New Yorks as an example, Scientist and professor Adam Sobel shows how bridging science with storytelling is a key to enabling more action to stop climate change. This talk was filmed at TEDxBroadway. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TED...
Feb 20, 2022•8 min•Transcript available on Metacast Arctic scientist David Barber shares the history of sea ice to shed light on its importance in shaping Earth’s future. This talk was filmed at TEDxUManitoba. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDx Follow TEDx on Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...
Feb 19, 2022•8 min•Transcript available on Metacast Chris Fisher makes the case for scanning the whole planet with LiDAR -- a technology that uses lasers shot from an airplane to map the ground -- in order to preserve our cultural and ecological heritage. This talk was filmed at TEDxMileHigh. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on ...
Feb 18, 2022•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Educator Nora Flanagan offers four ideas for educational reform to improve systems for teachers, students, and families in a post-pandemic world. This talk was filmed at TEDxWrigleyville. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDx Follow TEDx on Insta...
Feb 13, 2022•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Chef Peggy Chan looks at the ways our diets impact not just our bodies, but on the health of local economies and our planet. This talk was filmed at TEDxTinHau. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDx Follow TEDx on Instagram: https://www.instagram...
Feb 12, 2022•8 min•Transcript available on Metacast Alicia Lui discusses how sports divide Hong Kong, explaining the conditions that influence women and their decision to participate in sports, as well as stressing the role of sports as an equalizer for society. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TE...
Feb 11, 2022•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast Writer Jodi-Ann Burey offers a call to action for supporting authenticity at work — another way of achieving further professional equity. This talk was filmed at TEDxSeattle. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDx Follow TEDx on Instagram: https:/...
Feb 06, 2022•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast With the increasing changes and threats to global democracy, writer and researcher Max Rashbrooke outlines the ways citizens can help protect society by being involved in everyday political decisions. This talk was filmed at TEDxAuckland. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twi...
Feb 05, 2022•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast In an effort to build a shared understanding around fighting discrimination, political science professor Candis Watts Smith interrogates three myths about racism. This talk was filmed at TEDxPSU. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts . Follow TEDx on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDx Follow TEDx ...
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