Explore some cultural phenomenons from across the globe. Some touching, some silly — and all very intriguing.

Learning another language? A collection of TED Talks to indulge in your linguistic desires. (Pro tip: Select subtitles in your preferred language to read along, too.)

5 writers share deft musings and observations pulled from the pages of their own work, fellow wordsmiths and the world around them.

Explore the poetic and unexpected pleasures of embracing the strangers who make fleeting appearances in our lives. Learn more about the benefits of talking to strangers.

You spend a quarter of your life at work. You should enjoy it! Organizational psychologist Adam Grant takes you inside the minds of some of the world's most unusual professionals to discover the keys to better work life. From learning how to love your rivals to harnessing the power of frustration, one thing's for sure: You'll never see your job ...

Sharpen your pencils! It’s time to hit the books again, with these TED Talks that take you through a busy day of math, history, gym, lunch, English, science and art. No finals required.

What a year! Here are the talks you enjoyed the most from 2015.

These talks celebrate and break down what it means to live outside society's traditional (and outdated) understanding of gender.

It's past time to fix the criminal justice system in the US. These talks outline a few steps that need to be taken to get started. (Supported by American Family Insurance)

You spend a quarter of your life at work. You should enjoy it! Organizational psychologist Adam Grant takes you inside the minds of some of the world's most unusual professionals to discover the keys to better work life. From learning how to love your rivals to harnessing the power of frustration, one thing's for sure: You'll never see your job ...

You spend a quarter of your life at work. You should enjoy it! Organizational psychologist Adam Grant takes you inside the minds of some of the world's most unusual professionals to discover the keys to better work life. From learning how to love your rivals to harnessing the power of frustration, one thing's for sure: You'll never see your job ...

Everyone has those days when they feel isolated. But these talks are beautiful, charming proof that no man or woman is an island.

A collection of histories textbooks leave out.

Have you ever finished watching a talk and been eager to learn more? Long enough to explore a powerful idea but short enough to read in a single sitting, TED Books pick up where TED Talks leave off.

Words by teachers, for teachers and everyone else who just needs some solid and worldly advice.

Envy, sloth, lust, wrath ... These talks intelligently explore and masterfully subvert these concepts of vice.

You spend a quarter of your life at work. You should enjoy it! Organizational psychologist Adam Grant takes you inside the minds of some of the world's most unusual professionals to discover the keys to better work life. From learning how to love your rivals to harnessing the power of frustration, one thing's for sure: You'll never see your job ...

These crafty talks will ignite passions, pique interests and introduce kids to the excitement of hands-on learning.

You want work that makes you feel happy, challenged -- and appreciated. These talks might help you find that elusive combination, as you define your working life on your own terms.

Science, technology, engineering, art and math talks that will make school classes feel a little fresher.

What can compare to the pleasures of the palate? These talks from chefs, cookbook writers and passionate foodies celebrate all things edible.

Always wanted to do something more with your free time? Let these talks inspire you to take up anything from a classic hobby, to something a little less conventional.

Got just enough time for a coffee, but in need of a mental pick-me-up? These short, yet riveting talks may just do the trick.

Strengthen your skills with these informative talks on how to get the most out of your research.

Sometimes it’s easy to think the worst of human beings. But these inspiring talks can help you remember: altruism, kindness and helping hands are all around.

Ever wondered, why did I just do that? These fascinating talks explain the hidden reasons why we do what we do.

We all have those moments. Watch these to see your family with new eyes.

Not sure what to do with your one precious life? These talks help you find the path that only you could take.

What do you do when your beliefs and understanding of the world have been challenged, unraveled or even destroyed? Take a deep breath and learn from TED's best on how to approach these moments with grace and fortitude.

At this point in life, you're well aware of where babies come from. These talks on the complexities of healthy sexuality will teach you a few other tricks.