Inspiration from the ocean and on dry land.

Behold, the first five TED Talks posted online, shared with the world on June 27, 2006. Each one is powerful and moving -- and still resonates today.

Take a peek into the fascinating world of American politics -- with a few talks from some political leaders themselves.

Head of TED Chris Anderson speaks with fascinating individuals to dig into some of the most provocative and powerful ideas of our time.

TED2015 transforms the “or” in the classic party game name into “and.” Why? Because truth often requires us to be daring, and daring often leads us to new truths. Talks to help you get in the spirit for TED2015...

What moves Jill Bolte Taylor? "I love talks that contribute to the overall well-being of who we are as humanity -- about how we can explore ourselves as people in relationship with one another and with this beautiful planet."

Our planet is a wonder, a perfectly improbable incubator for life. It’s also in danger because of our indifference. Reflections on both those truths.

We all know about the climate crisis. We all want to stay informed — but the information can be overwhelming. Watch these talks to hear what’s at stake and find out what's being done.

What captured our imaginations and sparked hope for a better tomorrow? As we close out 2021, here's a wide-ranging list of the talks that stood out and stayed with us this year, selected by the editorial team at TED.

We still have a lot to learn about climate change, about why it's happening and what that means. But one thing is clear: It's real, alright. These talks provide a primer on the issue of our times.

Countdown is a global initiative, powered by TED and Future Stewards, to accelerate solutions to the climate crisis. The goal: to build a better future by cutting greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030 towards reaching net zero by 2050. It was launched October 10, 2020 with the Countdown Global Launch, a virtual event featuring five curated se...

To you, our present and future sons ...

How do we look forward without knowing where we come from? These talks emphasize the importance of historical truths, nuanced observations and preserving cultural heritage.

Examine how the shape and angles of your surroundings can deeply influence the way you interact with the space and people around you.

As machines grow ever more intelligent, they're emerging not just as powerful tools, but close companions. These talks -- while offering some whizzy demos -- examine how robots are becoming an intimate part of our lives.