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Playlist: The magic of the human voice (5 talks)

From beat-boxing battles to a digital choir of 2000 people, these talks celebrate the beauty and versatility of the human voice.
Curated by TED · 5 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/the_magic_of_the_human_voice

Playlist: The art of being human (11 talks)

Meditations on the universal beauty and understanding that connects humanity.
Curated by TED · 11 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/the_art_of_being_human

Playlist: Regrowing the human body (5 talks)

It’s aaalive! Behold, these advancements in science and tech allow us to create human body parts.
Curated by TED · 5 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/regrowing_the_human_body

Playlist: Talks on human resources (10 talks)

Human resources is a huge part of what makes businesses work. Strengthen and motivate your team with these accessible talks focused on creating a rich, spirited company culture.
Curated by TED · 10 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/talks_on_human_resources

Playlist: What's the secret to living longer? (8 talks)

Some simple (and honestly sort of scary) ways we can potentially prolong the human life.
Curated by TED · 8 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/what_s_the_secret_to_living_longer

Playlist: What can robots teach us about being human? (4 talks)

Robots reflect their creators: Us. Counterintuitive and insightful, these robots show us glimmers into what it means to be human.
Curated by TED · 4 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/what_can_robots_teach_us_about

Playlist: Angela Duckworth: 4 talks on human behavior (4 talks)

Psychologist Angela Duckworth studies the traits that allow us to stick to our goals — and she chose four great talks that explore other facets of how human beings behave.
Curated by Angela Duckworth · 4 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/angela_duckworth_4_talks_on_h

Matthew Borths: Claws vs. nails

Consider the claw. Frequently found on animals around the world, it's one of nature's most versatile tools. Bears use claws for digging as well as defense. An eagle's needle-like talons can pierce the skulls of their prey. Even the ancestors of primates used to wield these impressive appendages, until their claws evolved into nails. So what caus...
https://www.ted.com/talks/matthew_borths_claws_vs_nails

Playlist: Weird facts about the human body (13 talks)

The workings of the human body? An absolute marvel. And yet, kind of bizarre. The facts in these talks point to both conclusions.
Curated by TED · 13 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/weird_facts_about_the_human_bo

Playlist: Deep studies of humanity (3 talks)

Fascinating, insightful talks on what it means to be human and live a good life.
Curated by TED · 3 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/deep_studies_of_humanity

Playlist: Jill Bolte Taylor: 10 talks on human nature (10 talks)

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."
Curated by Jill Bolte Taylor · 10 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/jill_bolte_taylor_10_talks_on

David Kelley: Human-centered design

IDEO's David Kelley says that product design has become much less about the hardware and more about the user experience. He shows video of this new, broader approach, including footage from the Prada store in New York.
https://www.ted.com/talks/david_kelley_human_centered_design

David Heymann: What we do (and don't) know about the coronavirus

What happens if you get infected with the coronavirus? Who's most at risk? How can you protect yourself? Public health expert David Heymann, who led the global response to the SARS outbreak in 2003, shares the latest findings about COVID-19 and what the future may hold. (Recorded February 27, 2020)
https://www.ted.com/talks/david_heymann_what_we_do_and_don_t_know_about_the_coronavirus

Leo Q. Wan: Why are human bodies asymmetrical?

Symmetry is everywhere in nature. And we usually associate it with beauty: a perfectly shaped leaf or a butterfly with intricate patterns mirrored on each wing. But it turns out that asymmetry is pretty important, too — and more common than you might think. Leo Q. Wan takes us into the human body to show how biological asymmetry can be quite bea...
https://www.ted.com/talks/leo_q_wan_why_are_human_bodies_asymmetrical

Judith Heumann: Our fight for disability rights -- and why we're not done yet

Four decades ago, Judith Heumann helped to lead a groundbreaking protest called the Section 504 sit-in -- in which disabled-rights activists occupied a federal building for almost a month, demanding greater accessibility for all. In this personal, inspiring talk, Heumann tells the stories behind the protest -- and reminds us that, 40 years on, t...
https://www.ted.com/talks/judith_heumann_our_fight_for_disability_rights_and_why_we_re_not_done_yet

Climbing PoeTree: "Being Human" / "Awakening"

Alixa Garcia and Naima Penniman of Climbing PoeTree combine impactful poetry and sharp beatboxing in a spoken word performance of "Being Human." They're joined by the captivating vocals and instrumental melodies of Claudia Cuentas and Tonya Abernathy for "Awakening."
https://www.ted.com/talks/climbing_poetree_being_human_awakening

Ze Frank: Are you human?

Have you ever wondered: Am I a human being? Ze Frank suggests a series of simple questions that will determine this. Please relax and follow the prompts. Let's begin …
https://www.ted.com/talks/ze_frank_are_you_human

Laurence Hurst: Is human evolution speeding up or slowing down?

In the past 3,000 years, many populations have evolved genetic adaptations to their local environments. People in Siberia and the high arctic are uniquely adapted to survive extreme cold. The Bajau people can dive 70 meters and stay underwater for almost 15 minutes. So what are other recent changes? And will our technological innovations impact ...
https://www.ted.com/talks/laurence_hurst_is_human_evolution_speeding_up_or_slowing_down

Yuval Noah Harari | TED Speaker

In his book "Homo Deus," Yuval Noah Harari explores the future of humankind: the destinies we may set for ourselves and the quests we'll undertake.
Historian, author
https://www.ted.com/speakers/yuval_noah_harari

Jer Thorp: Make data more human

Jer Thorp creates beautiful data visualizations to put abstract data into a human context. At TEDxVancouver, he shares his moving projects, from graphing an entire year's news cycle, to mapping the way people share articles across the internet.
https://www.ted.com/talks/jer_thorp_make_data_more_human

Aatish Bhatia: The physics of human sperm vs. the physics of the sperm whale

Traveling is extremely arduous for microscopic sperm -- think of a human trying to swim in a pool made of...other humans. We can compare the journey of a sperm to that of a sperm whale by calculating the Reynolds number, a prediction of how fluid will behave, often fluctuating due to size of the swimmer. Aatish Bhatia explores the great (albeit ...
https://www.ted.com/talks/aatish_bhatia_the_physics_of_human_sperm_vs_the_physics_of_the_sperm_whale

Playlist: Why climate change is a human rights issue (11 talks)

Learn about the ways climate change is deeply altering how we live, where we live and the foods we eat -- ultimately threatening some of our most basic human rights.
Curated by TED · 11 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/why_climate_change_is_a_human

Ioannis Papachimonas: How computers translate human language

Is a universal translator possible in real life? We already have many programs that claim to be able to take a word, sentence, or entire book in one language and translate it into almost any other. The reality, however, is a bit more complicated. Ioannis Papachimonas shows how these machine translators work, and explains why they often get a bit...
https://www.ted.com/talks/ioannis_papachimonas_how_computers_translate_human_language

Playlist: What does the future look like? (13 talks)

Visions of the future of everything from cars to the Internet to the human species.
Curated by TED · 13 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/what_does_the_future_look_like

Anthony Atala: Printing a human kidney

(NOTE: This talk was given in 2011, and this field of science has developed quickly since then. Read "Criticisms & updates" below for more details.) Surgeon Anthony Atala demonstrates an early-stage experiment that could someday solve the organ-donor problem: a 3D printer that uses living cells to output a transplantable kidney. Using simila...
https://www.ted.com/talks/anthony_atala_printing_a_human_kidney

Gregory Stock: To upgrade is human

In this prophetic 2003 talk -- just days before Dolly the sheep was stuffed -- biotech ethicist Gregory Stock looked forward to new, more meaningful (and controversial) technologies, like customizable babies, whose adoption might drive human evolution.
https://www.ted.com/talks/gregory_stock_to_upgrade_is_human

Dan Kwartler: What would happen if every human suddenly disappeared?

Human beings are everywhere. With settlements on every continent, we can be found in the most isolated corners of Earth's jungles, oceans and tundras. Our impact is so profound, most scientists believe humanity has left a permanent mark on Earth's geological record. So what would happen if suddenly, every human on Earth disappeared? Dan Kwartler...
https://www.ted.com/talks/dan_kwartler_what_would_happen_if_every_human_suddenly_disappeared

How To Be A Better Human

How To Be A Better Human isn’t your average self improvement podcast. Each week join Chris Duffy in conversation with guests and past speakers as they uncover sharp insights and give clear takeaways on how YOU can be a better human. From your work to your home and your head to your heart, How To Be a Better Human looks in unexpected places for n...
https://www.ted.com/podcasts/how-to-be-a-better-human

Svante Pääbo | TED Speaker

Svante Pääbo explores human genetic evolution by analyzing DNA extracted from ancient sources, including mummies, an Ice Age hunter and the bone fragments of Neanderthals.
Geneticist
https://www.ted.com/speakers/svante_paabo

Playlist: Fascinating windows into humanity (5 talks)

A collection of studies and photography series that showcase the intrigue, beauty and diversity of human life.
Curated by TED · 5 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/fascinating_windows_into_human
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