It's the age of Big Data. But what, exactly, do we do with all this information? These talks explore practical, ethical -- and spectacularly visual -- ways to understand near-infinite data.

Ever feel like the Internet is flooded with hatred and drivel? These speakers can empathize and give you a glimmer of hope.

What feels so good about getting your hands dirty and making something? The following talks speak to the art of craft.

For when you need to stop biting your nails and just pick a direction.

Beautiful, intimate and ultimately uplifting stories of challenge -- from making a new home in a strange country, to rebuilding life after unthinkable tragedy.

DJs make remixes, cross-pollinating old sounds with new. But all of us engage in this conversation between the past and present, making ideas resonate over and over again.

We asked Peter Gabriel what TEDTalks he thinks will still be making waves in 25 years, like his classic 1986 album, "So." Here are his picks, from printing a human kidney to the learning revolution.

How to be happier at work? Start by focusing on happiness -- not, surprisingly, on work. We learned this fun fact from Shawn Achor's TED Talk. So we asked Achor to choose some more talks he loves, about making work and life a happier place.

These talks reveal that some things are more within your grasp than you may think, especially if you ask.

Some advice and perspectives to keep in mind when your company's going through structural changes.

Keep your ears and eyes wide open for the several different ways you can interact with sound and color.

Great TED Talks illuminate an idea. Sometimes, they do it while making you laugh. These talks will bring a smile to your face. Please note: Vigorous debate ensued among our staff about which talks to include. So we hope you'll find something for every sense of humor.

Business is changing, and so should the way you work. Here's how to stay ahead of the new normal while motivating talent -- from fresh hires to your best and brightest -- to dream up the next big success for your company. (Curated in partnership with Upwork.)

12 counterintuitive talks to flip your thinking on everything from shoes to aid organizations to the universe.

Looking for the best of the best to join your organization? Fresh thinking on how to find the right fit.

Explore these talks that flip old conventions, reimagining them for a brighter, better tomorrow.

When you're doing something, what's your brain up to? Which neurons are firing where, and why? These fascinating talks will give you a hint.

It's not the end of the world, but as we know, it never hurts to be prepared.

Need to land on a decision that works for everyone? Let these talks prepare you to sit down at the negotiation table with ease and expertise.

Everyone wants to be happy. But how, exactly, does one go about it? Here, psychologists, journalists, Buddhist monks and more gives answers that may surprise.

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.

Maps don't just tell you which street to turn left on. Maps convey information that shapes our lives, deepen our understanding of problems and our ability to create solutions, and whisk our imaginations to new lands. See what we mean, below.

A delightful selection of TED Talks that may disarm you with their charm — and even make you laugh.

From string theory to geopolitics, neuroscience to tissue engineering, watch these talks that make complex topics more understandable.

The 3 pounds of jelly in our skulls allow us to reflect on our own consciousness -- and to make counterintuitive, irrational decisions. These talks explore why.

Countdown with talks that distill heaps of knowledge in 10 steps (secrets, rules, lessons, etc.) or less.

Let's be honest, flying cars are still a ways into the future. Until then, learn about the extraordinary lengths we've come with cars that drive themselves.

What. A. Year. These 25 TED Talks helped us make better decisions, taught us some fascinating science, gave us some hope for humanity and showed us what it's like to climb 3,000 feet ... without a rope.

Discover the beauty in minimizing material goods, repurposing your most well-loved things and intentionally (and sustainably) reducing your carbon footprint.

Innovators in transportation show that getting from point A to point B doesn't have to be boring.