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Playlist: The emotional impact of architecture (10 talks)

Examine how the shape and angles of your surroundings can deeply influence the way you interact with the space and people around you.
Curated by TED · 10 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/the_emotional_impact_of_archit

Playlist: History, visualized (6 talks)

A collection of talks that highlight the powerful impact of sharing history visually.
Curated by TED · 6 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/history_visualized

Playlist: The link between health and racism (9 talks)

Learn about the detrimental (and even deadly) impact racism has on our minds and bodies — and what society can do to heal and support the wellbeing of all.
Curated by TED · 9 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/the_link_between_health_and_racism

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

Playlist: The power of social media (8 talks)

Social media is an undeniable force in today's world. These talks highlight its impact -- from big history-defining moments to the silliness we’ve come to expect.
Curated by TED · 8 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/the_power_of_social_media

Playlist: Tim O'Reilly: 9 talks that stretched my mind (9 talks)

Tim O'Reilly of O'Reilly Media ("Make:" magazine, anyone?) shares his favorite TED Talks with notes about why each one had an impact. Surprise: It's not all tech.
Curated by Tim O'Reilly · 9 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/tim_o_reilly_9_talks_that_str

Richard J. Wood: How do carbohydrates impact your health?

The things we eat and drink on a daily basis can impact our health in big ways. Too many carbohydrates, for instance, can lead to insulin resistance, which is a major contributor to cardiovascular disease and Type 2 Diabetes. But what are carbs, exactly? And what do they do to our bodies? Richard J. Wood explains. [Directed by Qa'ed Mai, narrate...
https://www.ted.com/talks/richard_j_wood_how_do_carbohydrates_impact_your_health

Playlist: How music affects us (9 talks)

Music is a fundamental aspect of humanity -- so exactly how does it impact us? These talks offer a wonderful look at our fascinating relationship with the music we make.
Curated by TED · 9 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/how_music_affects_us

Natalie Warne: Being young and making an impact

At 18, Natalie Warne's work with the Invisible Children movement made her a hero for young activists. She uses her inspiring story to remind us that no one is too young to change the world.
https://www.ted.com/talks/natalie_warne_being_young_and_making_an_impact

Global impact: TED Fellows Program

Founded in 2009 with an inaugural class at TEDIndia, the TED Fellows program has grown into a global network of 378 innovators representing 86 countries, working across a vast spectrum of disciplines, from the arts to science to medicine to entrepreneurship and beyond. Explore the infographics below to get a sense of the unique ways that the pro...
https://www.ted.com/about/programs-initiatives/ted-fellows-program/global-impact

Jane Goodall: Every day you live, you impact the planet

Legendary primatologist Jane Goodall says that humanity's survival depends on conservation of the natural world. In conversation with head of TED Chris Anderson, she tells the story of her formative days working with chimpanzees, how she transformed from a revered naturalist into a dedicated activist and how she's empowering communities around t...
https://www.ted.com/talks/jane_goodall_every_day_you_live_you_impact_the_planet

TED Book: Beyond Measure

Provocative, thoughtful and inspiring... The Globe and Mail About the book This book is aimed at everyone — from the CEO to the janitor — who wants a better place to work. It looks at the accumulation of small, everyday thoughts and habits that generate and sustain culture: ways of speaking, listening, arguing, thinking, seeing. These aren’t mu...
https://www.ted.com/read/ted-books/ted-books-library/beyond-measure

Sarvesh Subramanian: An app that predicts the impact of global climate change

Deeply affected by devastating floods in his family's home state of Kerala, India, high school student Sarvesh Subramanian decided to dive headfirst into the fight against climate change. In this passionate talk, Subramanian explains how he developed an app that can predict the impact of climate change on human health.
https://www.ted.com/talks/sarvesh_subramanian_an_app_that_predicts_the_impact_of_global_climate_change

Scott Williams: The impact of a TED Talk -- one year later

In 2017, Scott Williams highlighted the invaluable role of informal caregivers within society on the TED@Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany stage. Since then, over a million have seen his talk. Williams joins curator Bruno Giussani to discuss the influence of his talk both within Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, and on the general public.
https://www.ted.com/talks/scott_williams_the_impact_of_a_ted_talk_one_year_later

Christina Greer: Gerrymandering: How drawing jagged lines can impact an election

District lines, and the groups of voters within them, may seem arbitrary, but a lot of thought (and political bickering) is put into these carefully drawn lines. From "packing" a district to "cracking" a district--learn how the shape of districts impacts political parties during election season. [Directed by Smart Bubble Society, narrated by Chr...
https://www.ted.com/talks/christina_greer_gerrymandering_how_drawing_jagged_lines_can_impact_an_election

Luis H. Zayas: The psychological impact of child separation at the US-Mexico border

How does psychological trauma affect children's developing brains? In this powerful talk, social worker Luis H. Zayas discusses his work with refugees and asylum-seeking families at the US-Mexico border. What emerges is a stunning analysis of the long-term impact of the US's controversial detention and child separation policies -- and practical ...
https://www.ted.com/talks/luis_h_zayas_the_psychological_impact_of_child_separation_at_the_us_mexico_border

Catarina Mota | TED Speaker

A TEDGlobal Fellow, Catarina Mota plays with "smart materials" -- like shape-memory alloys and piezoelectric structures that react to voltage -- and encourages others to do so too.
Maker
https://www.ted.com/speakers/catarina_mota

Jennifer Vail: The science of friction -- and its surprising impact on our lives

Tribology: it's a funny-sounding word you might not have heard before, but it could change how you see and interact with the physical world, says mechanical engineer Jennifer Vail. Offering lessons from tribology -- the study of friction and wear -- Vail describes the surprisingly varied ways it impacts everyday life and how it could help us mak...
https://www.ted.com/talks/jennifer_vail_the_science_of_friction_and_its_surprising_impact_on_our_lives

Playlist: A crash course on voting and the US political system (9 talks)

The Electoral College, gerrymandering — and more! These talks answer your questions and simplify the confusing landscape of the US political system. (For more voting information specific to your location, please visit https://www.vote.org)
Curated by TED · 9 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/a_crash_course_on_voting_and_the_us_political_system

Wendy Woods: The business benefits of doing good

"The only way we're going to make substantial progress on the challenging problems of our time is for business to drive the solutions," says social impact strategist Wendy Woods. In a data-packed talk, Woods shares a fresh way to assess the impact all parts of business can have on all parts of society, and then adjust them to not only do less ha...
https://www.ted.com/talks/wendy_woods_the_business_benefits_of_doing_good

Kristen Ashburn: The face of AIDS in Africa

In this moving talk, documentary photographer Kristen Ashburn shares unforgettable images of the human impact of AIDS in Africa.
https://www.ted.com/talks/kristen_ashburn_the_face_of_aids_in_africa

Peter Donnelly: How juries are fooled by statistics

Oxford mathematician Peter Donnelly reveals the common mistakes humans make in interpreting statistics -- and the devastating impact these errors can have on the outcome of criminal trials.
https://www.ted.com/talks/peter_donnelly_how_juries_are_fooled_by_statistics

TED Fellows Program

The TED Fellows Program convenes young world-changers, academics and trailblazers who have shown unusual accomplishment and exceptional courage in their respective disciplines, selected through an intensive application, interview and research process. The program provides transformational support to a global network of 490+ visionaries – scienti...
https://www.ted.com/about/programs-initiatives/ted-fellows-program

Kevin Kelly: Technology's epic story

In this wide-ranging, thought-provoking talk, Kevin Kelly muses on what technology means in our lives -- from its impact at the personal level to its place in the cosmos.
https://www.ted.com/talks/kevin_kelly_technology_s_epic_story

Playlist: Spark science curiosity ... at home! (14 talks)

Ready to ignite a surge of curiosity at home? Discover an entire world of science around you with these fun, engaging talks.
Curated by TED · 14 talks
http://www.ted.com/playlists/spark_science_curiosity_at_home

Steven Johnson: How the "ghost map" helped end a killer disease

Author Steven Johnson takes us on a 10-minute tour of The Ghost Map, his book about a cholera outbreak in 1854 London and the impact it had on science, cities and modern society.
https://www.ted.com/talks/steven_johnson_how_the_ghost_map_helped_end_a_killer_disease

Shai Agassi: A new ecosystem for electric cars

Forget about the hybrid auto -- Shai Agassi says it's electric cars or bust if we want to impact emissions. His company, Better Place, has a radical plan to take entire countries oil-free by 2020.
https://www.ted.com/talks/shai_agassi_a_new_ecosystem_for_electric_cars

Edward Burtynsky: My wish: Manufactured landscapes and green education

Accepting his 2005 TED Prize, photographer Edward Burtynsky makes a wish: that his images -- stunning landscapes that document humanity's impact on the world -- help persuade millions to join a global conversation on sustainability.
https://www.ted.com/talks/edward_burtynsky_my_wish_manufactured_landscapes_and_green_education

Lauren Pharr: How vultures can help solve crimes

Can a bird that symbolizes death help the living catch criminals? In this informative and accessible talk, forensic anthropologist Lauren Pharr shows us how vultures impact crime scenes -- and the assistance they can provide to detectives investigating murders. (This talk contains graphic images.)
https://www.ted.com/talks/lauren_pharr_how_vultures_can_help_solve_crimes

Diane Knutson: Why we need darkness

A century ago, the starry night sky was clearly visible -- now, songbirds mistake city skylines for the rising sun. Why is the such big problem? Former park ranger Diane Knutson explains the resounding impact light pollution has on our safety, health and environment.
https://www.ted.com/talks/diane_knutson_why_we_need_darkness
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