Did anyone else notice that all elementary/middle/high schools teach basically the same thing? There are around 100,000 schools as far as I know in the USA and in terms of content we only need 3. One elementary, one middle and one high school. Let's pick ONE teacher (the best one) for each subject, record them, and then focus on getting that content to all of the students in the country. Let them play the content at their own pace. How much money would that save? Let's see:
100,000 schools
50 teachers per school
$50,000 per teacher
So, about $250 billion per year could be saved. Minus some IT costs (essentially negligible in comparison). Not bad. Oh and I forgot administrators, buildings, buses, meals and sports. We could save a LOT of money - and I bet we'd have a better educational system as well. If you consider that, at the end of the day, most students learn very little in school, what's to lose from trying it?
-BT
Friday, September 11, 2009
Do Schools Kill Creativity?
Ken Robinson thinks so. In this video (a TED talk) you can watch him explain why, in a very funny and disarming way:
http://www.ted.com/talks/ken_robinson_says_schools_kill_creativity.html
If you want to see more TED talks but don't want to play "click the random link", here's a spreadsheet with a brief description of many of the talks:
http://spreadsheets.google.com/pub?key=pjGlYH-8AK8ffDa6o2bYlXg&gid=0
And if that spreadsheet gets taken down here's a cut/paste dump of it. Enjoy!
-BT
http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/1 Al Gore 15 ways to avert a climate crisis With the same humor and humanity he exuded in An Inconvenient Truth, Al Gore spells out 15 ways that individuals can address climate change immediately, from buying a hybrid to inventing a new, hotter "brand name" for global warming. TED2006 0:16:17 6/27/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 92 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/92 Hans Rosling Debunking third-world myths with the best stats you've ever seen You've never seen data presented like this. With the drama and urgency of a sportscaster, statistics guru Hans Rosling debunks myths about the so-called "developing world." TED2006 0:19:50 6/27/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 66 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/66 Sir Ken Robinson Do schools kill creativity? Sir Ken Robinson makes an entertaining and profoundly moving case for creating an education system that nurtures (rather than undermines) creativity. TED2006 0:19:24 6/27/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 53 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/53 Majora Carter Greening the ghetto In an emotionally charged talk, MacArthur-winning activist Majora Carter details her fight for environmental justice in the South Bronx -- and shows how minority neighborhood suffer most from flawed urban policy. TED2006 0:00:00 6/27/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 7 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/7 David Pogue When it comes to tech, simplicity sells New York Times columnist David Pogue takes aim at technology's worst interface-design offenders, and provides encouraging examples of products that get it right. To funny things up, he bursts into song. TED2006 0:21:26 6/27/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 96 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/96 Tony Robbins Why we do what we do, and how we can do it better Tony Robbins discusses the "invisible forces" that motivate everyone's actions -- and high-fives Al Gore in the front row. TED2006 0:21:45 6/27/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 86 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/86 Julia Sweeney "Letting Go of God" (an excerpt) Julia Sweeney (God Said, "Ha!") performs the first 15 minutes of her 2006 solo show Letting Go of God. When two young Mormon missionaries knock on her door one day, it touches off a quest to completely rethink her own beliefs. TED2006 0:16:32 7/10/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 49 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/49 Joshua Prince-Ramus Designing the Seattle Central Library Architect Joshua Prince-Ramus takes the audience on dazzling, dizzying virtual tours of three recent projects: the Central Library in Seattle, the Museum Plaza in Louisville and the Charles Wyly Theater in Dallas. TED2006 0:19:58 7/10/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 94 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/94 Dan Dennett A secular, scientific rebuttal to Rick Warren Philosopher Dan Dennett calls for religion -- all religion -- to be taught in schools, so we can understand its nature as a natural phenomenon. Then he takes on The Purpose-Driven Life, disputing its claim that, to be moral, one must deny evolution. TED2006 0:24:45 7/18/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 71 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/71 Rick Warren Living a life of purpose Pastor Rick Warren, author of The Purpose-Driven Life, reflects on his own crisis of purpose in the wake of his book's wild success. He explains his belief that God's intention is for each of us to use our talents and influence to do good. TED2006 0:21:02 7/18/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 58 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/58 Larry Brilliant TED Prize wish: Help stop the next pandemic Accepting the 2006 TED Prize, Dr. Larry Brilliant talks about how smallpox was eradicated from the planet, and calls for a new global system that can identify and contain pandemics before they spread. TED2006 0:25:50 7/25/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 54 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/54 Cameron Sinclair TED Prize wish: Open-source architecture to house the world Accepting his 2006 TED Prize, Cameron Sinclair demonstrates how passionate designers and architects can respond to world housing crises. He unveils his TED Prize wish for a network to improve global living standards through collaborative design. TED2006 0:23:34 7/25/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 55 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/55 Jehane Noujaim TED Prize wish: Unite the world on Pangea Day, a global day of film In this hopeful talk, Jehane Noujaim unveils her 2006 TED Prize wish: to bring the world together for one day a year through the power of film. TED2006 0:25:38 7/25/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 41 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/41 Nicholas Negroponte The vision behind One Laptop Per Child Nicholas Negroponte, founder of the MIT Media Laboratory, describes how the One Laptop Per Child project will build and distribute the "$100 laptop." TED2006 0:17:37 8/1/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 65 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/65 Jeff Han Unveiling the genius of multi-touch interface design Jeff Han shows off a cheap, scalable multi-touch and pressure-sensitive computer screen interface that may spell the end of point-and-click. TED2006 0:08:47 8/1/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 45 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/45 Sirena Huang Dazzling set by 11-year-old violinist Violinist Sirena Huang gives a technically brilliant and emotionally nuanced performance. In a charming interlude, the 11-year-old praises the timeless design of her instrument. TED2006 0:24:41 8/8/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 46 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/46 Jennifer Lin Magical improv from 14-year-old pianist Pianist and composer Jennifer Lin gives a magical performance, talks about the process of creativity and improvises a moving solo piece based on a random sequence of notes. TED2004 0:24:05 8/8/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 2 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/2 Amy Smith Simple designs that could save millions of childrens' lives Fumes from indoor cooking fires kill more than 2 million children a year in the developing world. MIT engineer Amy Smith details an exciting but simple solution: a tool for turning farm waste into clean-burning charcoal. TED2006 0:15:06 8/15/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 27 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/27 Ross Lovegrove The power and beauty of organic design Designer Ross Lovegrove expounds his philosophy of "fat-free" design and offers insight into several of his extraordinary products, including the Ty Nant water bottle and the Go chair. TED2005 0:19:30 8/15/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 25 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/25 Richard Baraniuk Goodbye, textbooks; hello, open-source learning Rice University professor Richard Baraniuk explains the vision behind Connexions, his open-source, online education system. It cuts out the textbook, allowing teachers to share and modify course materials freely, anywhere in the world. TED2006 0:18:34 8/21/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 37 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/37 Jimmy Wales How a ragtag band created Wikipedia Jimmy Wales recalls how he assembled "a ragtag band of volunteers," gave them tools for collaborating and created Wikipedia, the self-organizing, self-correcting, never-finished online encyclopedia. TEDGlobal 2005 0:20:01 8/21/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 21 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/21 Mena Trott How blogs are building a friendlier world The founding mother of the blog revolution, Movable Type's Mena Trott, talks about the early days of blogging, when she realized that giving regular people the power to share our lives online is the key to building a friendlier, more connected world. TED2006 0:16:46 8/25/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 87 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/87 Ze Frank What's so funny about the Web? Performer and web toymaker Ze Frank delivers a hilarious nerdcore standup routine, then tells us what he's seriously passionate about: helping people create and interact using simple, addictive web tools. TED2004 0:18:56 8/25/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 64 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/64 Eve Ensler Finding happiness in body and soul Eve Ensler, creator of The Vagina Monologues, shares how a discussion about menopause with her friends led to talking about all sorts of sexual acts onstage, waging a global campaign to end violence toward women and finding her own happiness. TED2004 0:20:25 9/6/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 16 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/16 Helen Fisher The science of love, and the future of women Anthropologist Helen Fisher takes on a tricky topic -- love -- and explains its evolution, its biochemical foundations and its social importance. She closes with a warning about the potential disaster inherent in antidepressant abuse. TED2006 0:23:27 9/6/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 98 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/98 Richard Dawkins The universe is queerer than we can suppose Biologist Richard Dawkins makes a case for "thinking the improbable" by looking at how the human frame of reference limits our understanding of the universe. TEDGlobal 2005 0:21:56 9/12/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 47 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/47 David Deutsch What is our place in the cosmos? Legendary scientist David Deutsch puts theoretical physics on the back burner to discuss a more urgent matter: the survival of our species. The first step toward solving global warming, he says, is to admit that we have a problem. TEDGlobal 2005 0:19:00 9/12/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 20 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/20 Malcolm Gladwell What we can learn from spaghetti sauce Tipping Point author Malcolm Gladwell gets inside the food industry's pursuit of the perfect spaghetti sauce -- and makes a larger argument about the nature of choice and happiness. TED2004 0:17:30 9/19/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 29 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/29 Steven Levitt Why do crack dealers still live with their moms? Freakonomics author Steven Levitt presents new data on the finances of drug dealing. Contrary to popular myth, he says, being a street-corner crack dealer isn't lucrative: It pays below minimum wage. And your boss can kill you. TED2004 0:21:15 9/19/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 93 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/93 Barry Schwartz The paradox of choice Psychologist Barry Schwartz takes aim at a central tenet of western societies: freedom of choice. In Schwartz's estimation, choice has made us not freer but more paralyzed, not happier but more dissatisfied. TEDGlobal 2005 0:19:37 9/26/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 97 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/97 Dan Gilbert Why are we happy? Why aren't we happy? Dan Gilbert, author of Stumbling on Happiness, challenges the idea that we'll be miserable if we don't get what we want. Our "psychological immune system" lets us feel truly happy even when things don't go as planned. TED2004 0:21:16 9/26/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 12 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/12 Eva Vertes My dream about the future of medicine Eva Vertes -- only 19 when she gave this talk -- discusses her journey toward studying medicine and her drive to understand the roots of cancer and Alzheimer's. TED2005 0:18:49 10/2/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 39 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/39 Aubrey de Grey Why we age and how we can avoid it Cambridge researcher Aubrey de Grey argues that aging is merely a disease -- and a curable one at that. Humans age in seven basic ways, he says, all of which can be averted. TEDGlobal 2005 0:22:45 10/2/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 91 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/91 Jacqueline Novogratz Investing in Africa's own solutions Jacqueline Novogratz applauds the world's heightened interest in Africa and poverty, but argues persuasively for a new approach. TEDGlobal 2005 0:12:53 10/10/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 79 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/79 Iqbal Quadir The power of the mobile phone to end poverty Iqbal Quadir tells how his experiences as a kid in poor Bangladesh, and later as a banker in New York, led him to start a mobile phone operator connecting 80 million rural Bangladeshi -- and to become a champion of bottom-up development. TEDGlobal 2005 0:15:52 10/10/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 3 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/3 Ashraf Ghani How to fix broken states Ashraf Ghani's passionate and powerful 10-minute talk, emphasizing the necessity of both economic investment and design ingenuity to rebuild broken states, is followed by a conversation with TED curator Chris Anderson on the future of Afghanistan. TEDGlobal 2005 0:18:45 10/18/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 75 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/75 Sasa Vucinic Why a free press is the best investment A free press -- papers, magazines, radio, TV, blogs -- is the backbone of any true democracy (and a vital watchdog on business). Sasa Vucinic, a journalist from Belgrade, talks about his new fund, which supports media by selling "free press bonds." TEDGlobal 2005 0:18:00 10/18/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 4 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/4 Burt Rutan Entrepreneurs are the future of space flight In this passionate talk, legendary spacecraft designer Burt Rutan lambasts the US government-funded space program for stagnating and asks entrepreneurs to pick up where NASA has left off. TED2006 0:19:37 10/25/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 89 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/89 Ben Saunders Three things to know before you ski to the North Pole Arctic explorer Ben Saunders recounts his harrowing solo ski trek to the North Pole, complete with engaging anecdotes, gorgeous photos and never-before-seen video. TED2005 0:18:03 10/25/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 57 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/57 Robert Fischell TED Prize wish: Finding new cures for migraine, depression, malpractice Accepting his 2005 TED Prize, inventor Robert Fischell makes three wishes: redesigning a portable device that treats migraines, finding new cures for clinical depression and reforming the medical malpractice system. TED2005 0:26:50 10/31/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 59 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/59 Bono TED Prize wish: Join my call to action on Africa Musician and activist Bono accepts the 2005 TED Prize with a riveting talk, arguing that aid to Africa isn't just another celebrity cause; it's a global emergency. TED2005 0:27:52 10/31/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 56 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/56 Edward Burtynsky TED Prize wish: Share the story of Earth's manufactured landscapes 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. TED2005 0:34:25 10/31/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 67 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/67 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. TEDGlobal 2005 0:21:20 11/8/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 22 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/22 Michael Shermer Why people believe strange things Why do people see the Virgin Mary on a cheese sandwich or hear demonic lyrics in "Stairway to Heaven"? Using video and music, skeptic Michael Shermer shows how we convince ourselves to believe -- and overlook the facts. TED2006 0:13:25 11/8/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 19 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/19 Kevin Kelly How does technology evolve? Like we did Tech enthusiast Kevin Kelly asks "What does technology want?" and discovers that its movement toward ubiquity and complexity is much like the evolution of life. TED2005 0:20:00 11/14/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 38 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/38 Ray Kurzweil How technology's accelerating power will transform us Inventor, entrepreneur and visionary Ray Kurzweil explains in abundant, grounded detail why, by the 2020s, we will have reverse-engineered the human brain and nanobots will be operating your consciousness. TED2005 0:22:56 11/14/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 23 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/23 Peter Gabriel Fighting injustice with a videocamera Musician and activist Peter Gabriel shares his very personal motivation for standing up for human rights with the watchdog group WITNESS -- and tells stories of citizen journalists in action. TED2006 0:14:08 12/6/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 26 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/26 Rives "If I controlled the Internet" (a poem) How many poets could cram eBay, Friendster and Monster.com into 3-minute poem worthy of a standing ovation? Enjoy Rives' unique talent. TEDSalon 2006 0:04:07 12/14/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 70 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/70 Richard St. John Secrets of success in 8 words, 3 minutes Why do people succeed? Is it because they're smart? Or are they just lucky? Neither. Analyst Richard St. John condenses years of interviews into an unmissable 3-minute slideshow on the real secrets of success. TED2005 0:03:30 12/14/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 10 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/10 Dr. Dean Ornish The world now eats (and dies) like Americans Stop wringing your hands over AIDS, cancer and the avian flu. Cardiovascular disease kills more people than everything else combined -- and it's mostly preventable. Dr. Dean Ornish explains how changing our eating habits will save lives. TED2006 0:03:18 12/14/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 62 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/62 Bjorn Lomborg Our priorities for saving the world Given $50 billion to spend, which would you solve first, AIDS or global warming? Danish political scientist Bjorn Lomborg comes up with surprising answers. TED2005 0:16:41 1/2/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 36 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/36 Robert Neuwirth The "shadow cities" of the future Robert Neuwirth, author of Shadow Cities, finds the world's squatter sites -- where a billion people now make their homes -- to be thriving centers of ingenuity and innovation. He takes us on a tour. TEDGlobal 2005 0:14:03 1/2/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 69 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/69 Wade Davis Cultures at the far edge of the world With stunning photos and stories, National Geographic Explorer Wade Davis celebrates the extraordinary diversity of the world's indigenous cultures, which are disappearing from the planet at an alarming rate. TED2003 0:22:01 1/9/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 34 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/34 Phil Borges Documenting our endangered cultures Photographer Phil Borges shows rarely seen images of people from the mountains of Dharamsala, India, and the jungles of the Ecuadorean Amazon. In documenting these endangered cultures, he intends to help preserve them. TED2006 0:18:35 1/9/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 42 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/42 Sir Martin Rees Earth in its final century? Speaking as both an astronomer and "a concerned member of the human race," Sir Martin Rees examines our planet and its future from a cosmic perspective. He urges action to prevent dark consequences from our scientific and technological development. TEDGlobal 2005 0:17:26 1/17/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 68 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/68 Robert Wright How cooperation (eventually) trumps conflict Author Robert Wright explains "non-zero-sumness" -- the network of linked fortunes and cooperation that has guided our evolution to this point -- and how we can use it to help save humanity today. TED2006 0:19:11 1/17/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 61 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/61 Steven Johnson A guided tour of the Ghost Map 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. TEDSalon 2006 0:10:03 1/31/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 63 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/63 Charles Leadbeater The rise of the amateur professional In this deceptively casual talk, Charles Leadbeater weaves a tight argument that innovation isn't just for professionals anymore. Passionate amateurs, using new tools, are creating products and paradigms that companies can't. TEDGlobal 2005 0:19:01 1/31/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 24 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/24 Pilobolus A performance merging dance and biology Two Pilobolus dancers perform "Symbiosis." Does it trace the birth of a relationship? Or the co-evolution of symbiotic species? Music: "God Music," George Crumb; "Fratres," Arvo Part; "Morango…Almost a Tango," Thomas Oboe Lee. TED2005 0:13:45 2/9/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 60 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/60 Anna Deavere Smith Four American characters Writer and actor Anna Deavere Smith gives life to author Studs Terkel, convict Paulette Jenkins, a Korean shopkeeper and a bull rider, excerpts from her solo show "On the Road: A Search for American Character." TED2005 0:23:05 2/9/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 48 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/48 Saul Griffith Hardware solutions to everyday problems Inventor and MacArthur fellow Saul Griffith shares some innovative ideas from his lab -- from "smart rope" to a house-sized kite for towing large loads. TED2006 0:14:29 2/19/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 90 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/90 Neil Gershenfeld The beckoning promise of personal fabrication MIT professor Neil Gershenfeld talks about his Fab Lab -- a low-cost lab that lets people build things they need using digital and analog tools. It's a simple idea with powerful results. TED2006 0:17:18 2/19/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 73 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/73 Carl Honore Slowing down in a world built for speed Journalist Carl Honore believes the Western world's emphasis on speed erodes health, productivity and quality of life. But there's a backlash brewing, as everyday people start putting the brakes on their all-too-modern lives. TEDGlobal 2005 0:19:15 2/28/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 83 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/83 E.O. Wilson TED Prize wish: Help build the Encyclopedia of Life As E.O. Wilson accepts his 2007 TED Prize, he makes a plea on behalf of all creatures that we learn more about our biosphere -- and build a networked encyclopedia of all the world's knowledge about life. TED2007 0:22:35 4/3/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 85 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/85 Bill Clinton TED Prize wish: Let's build a health care system in Rwanda Accepting the 2007 TED Prize, Bill Clinton asks for help in bringing health care to Rwanda -- and the rest of the world. TED2007 0:24:07 4/3/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 84 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/84 James Nachtwey TED Prize wish: Share a vital story with the world Accepting his 2007 TED Prize, war photographer James Nachtwey shows his life's work and asks TED to help him continue telling the story with innovative, exciting uses of news photography in the digital era. TED2007 0:21:56 4/3/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 81 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/81 Nora York "What I Want" Nora York gives a stunning performance of her song "What I Want," with Jamie Lawrence (keyboards), Steve Tarshis (guitar) and Arthur Kell (bass). TEDSalon 2006 0:04:36 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 18 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/18 Janine Benyus 12 sustainable design ideas from nature In this inspiring talk about recent developments in biomimicry, Janine Benyus provides heartening examples of ways in which nature is already influencing the products and systems we build. TED2005 0:23:19 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 40 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/40 Frans Lanting A lyrical view of life on Earth In this stunning slideshow, celebrated nature photographer Frans Lanting presents The LIFE Project, a poetic collection of photographs that tell the story of our planet, from its eruptive beginnings to its present diversity. Soundtrack by Philip Glass. TED2005 0:16:17 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 6 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/6 Craig Venter A voyage of DNA, genes and the sea Genomics pioneer Craig Venter takes a break from his epic round-the-world expedition to talk about the millions of genes his team has discovered so far in its quest to map the ocean's biodiversity. TED2005 0:16:51 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 76 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/76 Susan Savage-Rumbaugh Apes that write, start fires and play Pac-Man Savage-Rumbaugh's work with bonobo apes, which can understand spoken language and learn tasks by watching, forces the audience to rethink how much of what a species can do is determined by biology -- and how much by cultural exposure. TED2004 0:17:25 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 31 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/31 Thom Mayne Architecture is a new way to connect to the world Architect Thom Mayne has never been one to take the easy option, and this whistle-stop tour of the buildings he's created makes you glad for it. These are big ideas cast in material form. TED2005 0:20:40 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 32 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/32 Vik Muniz Art with wire, thread, sugar, chocolate Vik Muniz makes art from pretty much anything, be it shredded paper, wire, clouds or diamonds. Here he describes the thinking behind his work and takes us on a tour of his incredible images. TED2003 0:14:51 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 80 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/80 Juan Enriquez Decoding the future with genomics Scientific discoveries, futurist Juan Enriquez notes, demand a shift in code, and our ability to thrive depends on our mastery of that code. Here, he applies this notion to the field of genomics. TED2003 0:22:20 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 43 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/43 Paul Bennett Design is in the details Showing a series of inspiring, unusual and playful products, British branding and design guru Paul Bennett explains that design doesn't have to be about grand gestures, but can solve small, universal and overlooked problems. TEDGlobal 2005 0:14:10 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 5 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/5 Chris Bangle Great cars are Art American designer Chris Bangle explains his philosophy that car design is an art form in its own right, with an entertaining -- and ultimately moving -- account of the BMW Group's Deep Blue project, intended to create the SUV of the future. TED2002 0:20:04 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 44 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/44 Nick Bostrom Humanity's biggest problems aren't what you think they are Oxford philosopher and transhumanist Nick Bostrom examines the future of humankind and asks whether we might alter the fundamental nature of humanity to solve our most intrinsic problems. TEDGlobal 2005 0:16:52 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 74 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/74 Alex Steffen Inspired ideas for a sustainable future Worldchanging.com founder Alex Steffen argues that reducing humanity's ecological footprint is incredibly vital now, as the western consumer lifestyle spreads to developing countries. TEDGlobal 2005 0:17:34 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 77 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/77 Sheila Patek Measuring the fastest animal on earth Biologist Sheila Patek talks about her work measuring the feeding strike of the mantis shrimp, one of the fastest movements in the animal world, using video cameras recording at 20,000 frames per second. TED2004 0:16:25 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 9 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/9 Dean Kamen Rolling along, helping students and the third world Inventor Dean Kamen lays out his argument for the Segway and offers a peek into his next big ideas (portable energy and water purification for developing countries). TED2002 0:20:07 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 28 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/28 Seth Godin Sliced bread and other marketing delights In a world of too many options and too little time, our obvious choice is to just ignore the ordinary stuff. Marketing guru Seth Godin spells out why, when it comes to getting our attention, bad or bizarre ideas are more successful than boring ones. TED2003 0:17:01 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 35 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/35 James Watson The double helix and today's DNA mysteries Nobel laureate James Watson opens TED2005 with the frank and funny story of how he and his research partner, Francis Crick, discovered the structure of DNA. TED2005 0:20:11 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 14 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/14 Golan Levin The truly soft side of software Engineer and artist Golan Levin pushes the boundaries of what's possible with audiovisuals and technology. In an amazing TED display, he shows two programs he wrote to perform his original compositions. TED2004 0:14:53 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 11 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/11 Jane Goodall What separates us from the apes? Jane Goodall hasn't found the missing link, but she's come closer than nearly anyone else. The primatologist says the only real difference between humans and chimps is our sophisticated language. She urges us to start using it to change the world. TED2002 0:27:25 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 50 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/50 Stefan Sagmeister Yes, design can make you happy Graphic designer Stefan Sagmeister takes the audience on a whimsical journey through moments of his life that made him happy -- and notes how many of these moments have to do with good design. TED2004 0:15:30 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 78 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/78 Al Seckel Your brain is badly wired -- enjoy it! Al Seckel, a cognitive neuroscientist, explores the perceptual illusions that fool our brains. Loads of eye tricks help him prove that not only are we easily fooled, we kind of like it. TED2004 0:14:33 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 101 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/101 Caroline Lavelle A cello performance that casts a spell Caroline Lavelle plays the cello like a sorceress casting a spell, occasionally hiding behind her wild mane of blond hair as she sings of pastoral themes. She performs "Farther than the Sun," backed by Thomas Dolby on keyboards. TED2005 0:07:39 4/6/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 99 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/99 Jill Sobule A happy song about global warming A happy song about global warming, from Jill Sobule. TED2006 0:02:43 4/6/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 102 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/102 Dan Dennett Can we know our own minds? Philosopher Dan Dennett makes a compelling argument that not only don't we understand our own consciousness, but that half the time our brains are actively fooling us. TED2003 0:21:48 4/6/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 103 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/103 Evelyn Glennie How to listen to music with your whole body In this soaring demonstration, deaf percussionist Evelyn Glennie illustrates how listening to music involves much more than simply letting sound waves hit your eardrums. TED2003 0:32:09 4/6/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 104 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/104 William McDonough The wisdom of designing Cradle to Cradle Green-minded architect and designer William McDonough asks what our buildings and products would look like if designers took into account "all children, all species, for all time." TED2005 0:20:05 4/6/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 108 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/108 Rives A mockingbird remix of TED2006 Rives recaps the most memorable moments of TED2006 in the free-spirited rhyming verse of a fantastical mockingbird lullaby. TED2006 0:04:11 4/9/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 105 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/105 Jeff Bezos After the gold rush, there's innovation ahead The dot-com boom and bust is often compared to the Gold Rush. But Amazon.com founder Jeff Bezos says it's more like the early days of the electric industry. TED2003 0:17:11 4/9/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 110 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/110 Eddi Reader "Kiteflyer's Hill" Singer/songwriter Eddi Reader performs "Kiteflyer's Hill," a tender look back at a lost love. With Thomas Dolby on piano. TED2003 0:06:18 4/14/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 109 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/109 Eddi Reader, Thomas Dolby "What You Do With What You've Got" Singer/songwriter Eddi Reader performs "What You Do With What You've Got," a meditation on a very TED theme: how to use your gifts and talents to make a difference. With Thomas Dolby on piano. TED2003 0:05:12 4/14/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 115 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/115 Thomas Dolby, Rachelle Garniez "La Vie en Rose" Featuring the vocals and mischievous bell-playing of accordionist and singer Rachelle Garniez, the TED House Band -- led by Thomas Dolby on keyboard -- delivers this delightful rendition of the Edith Piaf standard "La Vie en Rose." TED2004 0:03:21 4/16/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 114 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/114 Tom Rielly A comic send-up of TED2006 Satirist Tom Rielly delivers a wicked parody of the 2006 TED conference, taking down the $100 laptop, the plight of the polar bear, and people who mention, one too many times, that they work at Harvard. Watch for a special moment between Tom and Al Gore. TED2006 0:19:55 4/16/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 113 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/113 Richard Dawkins An atheist's call to arms Richard Dawkins urges all atheists to openly state their position -- and to fight the incursion of the church into politics and science. A fiery, funny, powerful talk. TED2002 0:29:10 4/16/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 112 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/112 Rev. Tom Honey How could God have allowed the tsunami? In the days following the tragic South Asian tsunami of 2004, the Rev. Tom Honey pondered the question, "How could a loving God have done this?" Here is his answer. TED2005 0:19:32 4/16/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 72 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/72 Chris Anderson (Wired) Technology's Long Tail Chris Anderson, the editor of WIRED, explores the four key stages of any viable technology: setting the right price, gaining market share, displacing an established technology and, finally, becoming ubiquitous. TED2004 0:14:18 4/27/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 117 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/117 Natalie MacMaster, Thomas Dolby Fiddling in reel time Violinist Natalie MacMaster and TED Musical Director Thomas Dolby play Dolby's original song "Blue Is a River" in this ethereal duet -- with a little dancing. TED2002 0:05:11 5/1/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 118 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/118 Sergey Brin and Larry Page Inside the Google machine Google co-founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin offer a peek inside the Google machine, sharing tidbits about international search patterns, the philanthropic Google Foundation, and the company's dedication to innovation and employee happiness. TED2004 0:20:33 5/3/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 119 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/119 Stew "Black Men Ski" What happens when a black man visits Aspen? Singer/songwriter Stew and his band are about to let you know. TED2006 0:04:37 5/7/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 121 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/121 James Howard Kunstler The tragedy of suburbia In James Howard Kunstler's view, public spaces should be inspired centers of civic life and the physical manifestation of the common good. Instead, he argues, what we have in America is a nation of places not worth caring about. TED2004 0:19:44 5/12/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 122 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/122 David Kelley The future of design is human-centered 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. TED2002 0:17:00 5/15/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 123 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/123 Stewart Brand Why squatter cities are a good thing Rural villages worldwide are being deserted, as billions of people flock to cities to live in teeming squatter camps and slums. Stewart Brand says this is a good thing. Why? It'll take you 3 minutes to find out. TED2006 0:00:00 5/17/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 125 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/125 Jeff Hawkins Brain science is about to fundamentally change computing Treo creator Jeff Hawkins urges us to take a new look at the brain -- to see it not as a fast processor, but as a memory system that stores and plays back experiences to help us predict, intelligently, what will happen next. TED2003 0:20:11 5/21/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 126 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/126 Tierney Thys Swim with giant sunfish in the open ocean Marine biologist Tierney Thys asks us to step into the water to visit the world of the Mola mola, or giant ocean sunfish. Basking, eating jellyfish and getting massages, this behemoth offers clues to life in the open sea. TED2003 0:16:41 5/21/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 129 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/129 Blaise Aguera y Arcas Jaw-dropping Photosynth demo Blaise Aguera y Arcas leads a dazzling demo of Photosynth, software that could transform the way we look at digital images. Using still photos culled from the Web, Photosynth builds breathtaking dreamscapes and lets us navigate them. TED2007 0:07:30 5/27/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 128 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/128 John Doerr Seeking salvation and profit in greentech "I don't think we're going to make it," John Doerr proclaims, in an emotional talk about climate change and investment. Spurred on by his daughter, who demanded he fix the mess the world is heading for, he and his partners. TED2007 0:17:52 5/27/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 127 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/127 Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala How to help Africa? Do business there We know the negative images of Africa -- famine and disease, conflict and corruption. But, says Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, there's another, less-told story happening in many African nations: one of reform, economic growth and business opportunity. TED2007 0:20:13 5/30/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 131 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/131 Anand Agarawala BumpTop desktop is a beautiful mess Anand Agarawala presents BumpTop, a user interface that takes the usual desktop metaphor to a glorious, 3-D extreme, transforming file navigation into a freewheeling playground of crumpled documents and clipping-covered "walls." TED2007 0:04:39 6/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 130 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/130 Bob Thurman Becoming Buddha -- on the Web In our hyperlinked world, we can know anything, anytime. And this mass enlightenment, says Buddhist scholar Bob Thurman, is our first step toward Buddha nature. TEDSalon 2006 0:12:06 6/6/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 8 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/8 David Rockwell Building the Ground Zero viewing platform In this emotionally charged conversation with journalist Kurt Andersen, designer David Rockwell discusses the process of building a viewing platform at Ground Zero shortly after 9/11. TED2002 0:24:37 6/12/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 33 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/33 Thomas Barnett The Pentagon's new map for war and peace In this bracingly honest talk, international security strategist Thomas Barnett outlines a post-Cold War solution for the foundering U.S. military that is both sensible and breathtaking in its simplicity: Break it in two. TED2005 0:23:43 6/14/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 138 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/138 Ethel "Blue Room" The avant-garde string quartet Ethel performs the third movement from Phil Kline's four-part suite "The Blue Room and Other Stories." Searching melodic lines show off the deep, emotional musicality of these passionate players. TED2006 0:03:34 6/18/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 139 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/139 Stephen Lawler Look! Up in the sky! It's Virtual Earth! Microsoft's Stephen Lawler gives a whirlwind tour of Virtual Earth, moving up, down and through its hyper-real cityscapes with dazzlingly fluidity, a remarkable feat that requires staggering amounts of data to bring into focus. TED2007 0:06:10 6/20/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 140 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/140 Hans Rosling New insights on poverty and life around the world Researcher Hans Rosling uses his cool data tools to show how countries are pulling themselves out of poverty. He demos Dollar Street, comparing households of varying income levels worldwide. Then he does something really amazing. TED2007 0:18:57 6/25/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 141 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/141 Bill Stone Journey to the center of the Earth ... and beyond! Bill Stone, a maverick cave explorer who has plumbed Earth's deepest abysses, discusses his efforts to mine lunar ice for space fuel and to build an autonomous robot for studying Jupiter's moon Europa. TED2007 0:17:43 6/27/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 116 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/116 Dan Dennett Ants, terrorism, and the awesome power of memes Starting with the simple tale of an ant, philosopher Dan Dennett unleashes a devastating salvo of ideas, making a powerful case for the existence of memes -- concepts that are literally alive. TED2002 0:15:26 7/2/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 142 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/142 Alan Russell Why can't we grow new body parts? Alan Russell studies regenerative medicine -- a breakthrough way of thinking about disease and injury, using a process that can signal the body to rebuild itself. TED2006 0:19:25 7/4/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 144 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/144 Jonathan Harris The Web's secret stories Jonathan Harris wants to make sense of the emotional world of the Web. With deep compassion for the human condition, his projects troll the Internet to find out what we're all feeling and looking for. TED2007 0:17:10 7/8/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 143 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/143 Emily Oster What do we really know about the spread of AIDS? Emily Oster re-examines the stats on AIDS in Africa from an economic perspective and reaches a stunning conclusion: Everything we know about the spread of HIV on the continent is wrong. TED2007 0:15:34 7/12/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 148 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/148 Rives Is 4 a.m. the new midnight? Poet Rives does 8 minutes of lyrical origami, folding history into a series of coincidences surrounding that most surreal of hours, 4 o'clock in the morning. TED2007 0:09:12 7/17/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 146 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/146 Will Wright Toys that make worlds In a friendly, high-speed presentation, Will Wright demos his newest game, Spore, which promises to dazzle users even more than his previous masterpieces. TED2007 0:16:37 7/17/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 147 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/147 David Bolinsky Fantastic voyage inside a cell Medical animator David Bolinsky presents 3 minutes of stunning animation that show the bustling life inside a cell. TED2007 0:09:45 7/22/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 149 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/149 Allison Hunt How I got my new hip When Allison Hunt found out that she needed a new hip -- and that Canada's national health care system would require her to spend nearly 2 years on a waiting list (and in pain) -- she took matters into her own hands. TED2007 0:04:48 7/24/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 151 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/151 George Ayittey Cheetahs vs. Hippos for Africa's future Ghanaian economist George Ayittey unleashes a torrent of controlled anger toward corrupt leaders in Africa -- and calls on the "Cheetah generation" to take back the continent. TEDGlobal 2007 0:17:50 7/30/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 154 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/154 Euvin Naidoo Africa as an investment South African investment banker Euvin Naidoo explains why investing in Africa can make great business sense. TEDGlobal 2007 0:19:01 7/31/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 153 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/153 William Kamkwamba How I built my family a windmill When he was just 14 years old, Malawian inventor William Kamkwamba built his family an electricity-generating windmill from spare parts, working from rough plans he found in a library book. TEDGlobal 2007 0:04:12 7/31/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 152 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/152 Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Let's have a deeper discussion on aid Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the former finance minister of Nigeria, sums up four days of intense discussion on aid versus trade on the closing day of TEDGlobal 2007, and shares a personal story explaining her own commitment to this cause. TEDGlobal 2007 0:22:10 7/31/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 156 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/156 Patrick Awuah Educating a new generation of African leaders Patrick Awuah makes the case that a liberal arts education is critical to forming true leaders. TEDGlobal 2007 0:17:31 8/3/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 155 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/155 Chris Abani Learning the stories of Africa In this deeply personal talk, Nigerian writer Chris Abani says that "what we know about how to be who we are" comes from stories. He searches for the heart of Africa through its poems and narrative, including his own. TEDGlobal 2007 0:17:36 8/9/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 157 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/157 Jacqueline Novogratz Tackling poverty with "patient capital" Jacqueline Novogratz shares stories of how "patient capital" can bring sustainable jobs, goods, services -- and dignity -- to the world's poorest. TEDGlobal 2007 0:18:23 8/12/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 158 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/158 Vusi Mahlasela "Thula Mama" South African singer-songwriter Vusi Mahlasela dedicates his song, "Thula Mama," to all women -- and especially his grandmother. TEDGlobal 2007 0:10:06 8/15/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 169 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/169 Vusi Mahlasela "Woza" After Vusi Mahlasela's 3-song set at TEDGlobal, the audience wouldn't let him go. His encore, "Woza," showcases his brilliant guitar playing and multilingual lyrics. TEDGlobal 2007 0:04:59 8/21/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 170 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/170 Jeff Skoll Making movies that make change Film producer Jeff Skoll (An Inconvenient Truth) talks about his film company, Participant Productions, and the people who've inspired him to do good. TED2007 0:15:31 8/21/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 82 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/82 Dean Kamen New prosthetic arm for veterans Inventor Dean Kamen previews the prosthetic arm he's developing at the request of the US Department of Defense. His quiet commitment to using technology to solve problems -- while honoring the human spirit -- has never been more clear. TED2007 0:05:10 8/28/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 161 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/161 Erin McKean Redefining the dictionary Is the beloved paper dictionary doomed to extinction? In this infectiously exuberant talk, leading lexicographer Erin McKean looks at the many ways today's print dictionary is poised for transformation. TED2007 0:15:50 8/30/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 159 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/159 Andrew Mwenda Let's take a new look at African aid In this provocative talk, journalist Andrew Mwenda asks us to reframe the "African question" -- to look beyond the media's stories of poverty, civil war and helplessness and see the opportunities for creating wealth and happiness throughout the continent. TEDGlobal 2007 0:17:07 9/4/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 162 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/162 Theo Jansen The art of creating creatures Artist Theo Jansen demonstrates the amazingly lifelike kinetic sculptures he builds from plastic tubes and lemonade bottles. His creatures are designed to move -- and even survive -- on their own. TED2007 0:08:13 9/6/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 164 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/164 Steven Pinker The stuff of thought In an exclusive preview of his book The Stuff of Thought, Steven Pinker looks at language and how it expresses what goes on in our minds -- and how the words we choose communicate much more than we realize. TEDGlobal 2005 0:17:27 9/9/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 163 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/163 Steven Pinker A brief history of violence Steven Pinker charts the decline of violence from Biblical times to the present, and argues that, though it may seem illogical and even obscene, given Iraq and Darfur, we are living in the most peaceful time in our species' existence. TED2007 0:19:15 9/10/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 171 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/171 Deborah Scranton Scenes from "The War Tapes" Filmmaker Deborah Scranton talks about and shows clips from her documentary The War Tapes, which puts cameras in the hands of soldiers fighting in Iraq. TED2007 0:17:36 9/13/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 168 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/168 Zeresenay Alemseged Finding the origins of humanity Paleoanthropologist Zeresenay Alemseged looks for the roots of humanity in Ethiopia's badlands. Here he talks about finding the oldest skeleteon of a humanoid child -- and how Africa holds the clues to our humanity. TEDGlobal 2007 0:15:51 9/18/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 172 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/172 John Maeda Simplicity patterns The MIT Media Lab's John Maeda lives at the intersection of technology and art, a place that can get very complicated. Here he talks about paring down to basics. TED2007 0:15:59 9/20/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 167 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/167 Stephen Petranek 10 ways the world could end How might the world end? Stephen Petranek lays out the challenges that face us in the drive to preserve the human race. Will we be wiped out by an asteroid? Eco-collapse? How about a particle collider gone wild? TED2002 0:29:42 9/25/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 176 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/176 Paul MacCready Flying on solar wings Paul MacCready -- aircraft designer, environmentalist, and lifelong lover of flight -- talks about his long career. TED2003 0:21:20 9/26/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 178 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/178 Carolyn Porco Fly me to the moons of Saturn Planetary scientist Carolyn Porco shows images from the Cassini voyage to Saturn, focusing on its largest moon, Titan, and on frozen Enceladus, which seems to shoot jets of ice. TED2007 0:17:09 10/1/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 179 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/179 Kenichi Ebina Hip-hop dance and a little magic Kenichi Ebina moves his body in a manner that appears to defy the limits imposed by the human skeleton. He combines breakdancing and hip-hop with mime using movements that are simultaneously precise and fluid. TED2007 0:03:32 10/3/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 181 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/181 Richard Branson Life at 30,000 feet Richard Branson talks to TED's Chris Anderson about the ups and the downs of his career, from his multibillionaire success to his multiple near-death experiences -- and reveals some of his (very surprising) motivations. TED2007 0:29:51 10/9/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 165 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/165 Hod Lipson Robots that are "self-aware" Hod Lipson demonstrates a few of his cool little robots, which have the ability to learn, understand themselves and even self-replicate. TED2007 0:06:18 10/11/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 182 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/182 Maira Kalman The illustrated woman Author and illustrator Maira Kalman talks about her life and work, from her covers for The New Yorker to her books for children and grown-ups. She is as wonderful, as wise and as deliciously off-kilter in person as she is on paper. TED2007 0:17:30 10/16/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 190 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/190 Jan Chipchase Our cell phones, ourselves Nokia researcher Jan Chipchase's investigation into the ways we interact with technology has led him from the villages of Uganda to the insides of our pockets. He's made some unexpected discoveries along the way. TED2007 0:16:03 10/18/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 184 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/184 Vilayanur Ramachandran A journey to the center of your mind Vilayanur Ramachandran tells us what brain damage can reveal about the connection between celebral tissue and the mind, using three startling delusions as examples. TED2007 0:23:34 10/21/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 185 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/185 Eleni Gabre-Madhin Building a commodities market in Ethiopia Economist Eleni Gabre-Madhin outlines her ambitious vision to found the first commodities market in Ethiopia. Her plan would create wealth, minimize risk for farmers and turn the world's largest recipient of food aid into a regional food basket. TEDGlobal 2007 0:20:34 10/25/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 189 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/189 Sherwin Nuland My history of electroshock therapy Surgeon and author Sherwin Nuland discusses the development of electroshock therapy as a cure for severe, life-threatening depression -- including his own. It's a moving and heartfelt talk about relief, redemption and second chances. TED2003 0:22:18 10/30/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 191 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/191 Matthieu Ricard Habits of happiness What is happiness, and how can we all get some? Biochemist turned Buddhist monk Matthieu Ricard says we can train our minds in habits of well-being, to generate a true sense of serenity and fulfillment. TED2004 0:20:54 11/1/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 187 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/187 Larry Lessig How creativity is being strangled by the law Larry Lessig, the Net's most celebrated lawyer, cites John Philip Sousa, celestial copyrights and the "ASCAP cartel" in his argument for reviving our creative culture. TED2007 0:18:56 11/6/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 183 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/183 Paul Rothemund Casting spells with DNA Paul Rothemund writes code that causes DNA to arrange itself into a star, a smiley face and more. Sure, it's a stunt, but it's also a demonstration of self-assembly at the smallest of scales -- with vast implications for the future of making things. TED2007 0:04:59 11/8/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 192 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/192 David Keith A surprising idea for "solving" climate change Environmental scientist David Keith proposes a cheap, effective, shocking means to address climate change: What if we injected a huge cloud of ash into the atmosphere to deflect sunlight and heat? TEDSalon 2007:Hot Science 0:15:58 11/13/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 193 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/193 Juan Enriquez Why can't we grow new energy? Juan Enriquez challenges our definition of bioenergy. Oil, coal, gas and other hydrocarbons are not chemical but biological products, based on plant matter -- and thus, growable. Our whole approach to fuel, he argues, needs to change. TEDSalon 2007:Hot Science 0:18:10 11/15/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 177 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/177 Larry Brilliant The case for informed optimism We've known about global warming for 50 years and done little about it, says Google.org director Larry Brilliant. In spite of this and other depressing trends, he's optimistic and tells us why. From Skoll World Forum, Oxford, UK, www.skollfoundation.org Skoll World Forum 2007 0:21:01 11/21/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 195 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/195 Robert Full Secrets of movement, from geckos and roaches Biologist Robert Full shares slo-mo video of some captivating critters. Take a closer look at the spiny legs that allow cockroaches to scuttle across mesh and the nanobristle-packed feet that let geckos to run straight up walls. TED2005 0:19:24 11/27/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 198 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/198 Ron Eglash African fractals, in buildings and braids I am a mathematician, and I would like to stand on your roof.' That is how Ron Eglash greeted many African families he met while researching the fractal patterns he'd noticed in villages across the continent. TEDGlobal 2007 0:16:57 11/29/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 197 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/197 Philippe Starck Why design? Designer Philippe Starck -- with no pretty slides to show -- spends 18 minutes reaching for the very roots of the question "Why design?" Listen carefully for one perfect mantra for all of us, genius or not. TED2007 0:17:06 12/4/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 194 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/194 Murray Gell-Mann Beauty and truth in physics Armed with a sense of humor and laypeople's terms, Nobel winner Murray Gell-Mann drops some knowledge on TEDsters about particle physics, asking questions like, Are elegant equations more likely to be right than inelegant ones? TED2007 0:16:02 12/6/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 51 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/51 Amory Lovins We must win the oil endgame In this energizing talk, Amory Lovins lays out his simple plan for weaning the US off oil and revitalizing the economy. TED2005 0:19:44 12/11/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 199 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/199 Arthur Benjamin Lightning calculation and other "Mathemagic" In a lively show, mathemagician Arthur Benjamin races a team of calculators to figure out 3-digit squares, solves another massive mental equation and guesses a few birthdays. How does he do it? He'll tell you. TED2005 0:15:14 12/13/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 200 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/200 Daniel Goleman Why aren't we all Good Samaritans? Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence, asks why we aren't more compassionate more of the time. TED2007 0:13:13 12/18/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 201 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/201 Lakshmi Pratury The lost art of letter-writing Lakshmi Pratury remembers the lost art of letter-writing and shares a series of notes her father wrote to her before he died. Her short but heartfelt talk may inspire you to set pen to paper, too. TED2007 0:04:09 12/20/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 202 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/202 Gever Tulley 5 dangerous things you should let your kids do Gever Tulley, founder of the Tinkering School, spells out 5 dangerous things you should let your kids do. From TED University 2007. TED2007 0:09:18 12/21/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 204 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/204 Isabel Allende Tales of passion Author and activist Isabel Allende discusses women, creativity, the definition of feminism -- and, of course, passion -- in this talk. TED2007 0:17:56 1/3/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 203 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/203 Yossi Vardi Help fight local warming Investor and prankster Yossi Vardi delivers a careful lecture on the dangers of blogging. Specifically, for men. TED2007 0:06:15 1/4/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 145 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/145 Deborah Gordon How do ants know what to do? With a dusty backhoe, a handful of Japanese paint markers and a few students in tow, Deborah Gordon digs up ant colonies in the Arizona desert in search of keys to understanding complex systems. TED2003 0:20:31 1/8/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 205 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/205 J.J. Abrams The mystery box J.J. Abrams traces his love for the unseen mystery -- a passion that's evident in his films and TV shows, including Cloverfield, Lost and Alias -- back to its magical beginnings. TED2007 0:18:02 1/10/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 206 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/206 David Gallo Underwater astonishments David Gallo shows jaw-dropping footage of amazing sea creatures, including a color-shifting cuttlefish, a perfectly camouflaged octopus, and a Times Square's worth of neon light displays from fish who live in the blackest depths of the ocean. TED2007 0:05:27 1/11/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 207 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/207 Paola Antonelli Treating design as art Paola Antonelli, design curator at New York's Museum of Modern Art, wants to spread her appreciation of design -- in all shapes and forms -- around the world. TED2007 0:18:17 1/15/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 13 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/13 Frank Gehry Nice building. Then what? In a wildly entertaining discussion with Richard Saul Wurman, architect Frank Gehry gives TEDsters his take on the power of failure, his recent buildings, and the all-important "Then what?" factor. TED2002 0:22:00 1/17/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 188 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/188 Raul Midon "All the Answers" and "Tembererana" Singer/guitarist Raul Midon performs "All the Answers" in a world premiere at TED2007, followed by the sprightly "Tembererana." TED2007 0:10:40 1/18/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 209 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/209 Bill Strickland Rebuilding America, one slide show at a time Bill Strickland tells a quiet and astonishing tale of redemption through arts, music, and unlikely partnerships. TED2002 0:35:28 1/20/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 208 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/208 Ben Dunlap The story of a passionate life Wofford College president Ben Dunlap tells the story of Sandor Teszler, a Hungarian Holocaust survivor who taught him about passionate living and lifelong learning. TED2007 0:19:08 1/23/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 196 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/196 David Pogue A 4-minute medley on the music wars New York Times tech columnist David Pogue performs a satirical mini-medley about iTunes and the downloading wars, borrowing a few notes from Sonny and Cher and the Village People. TED2007 0:04:12 1/24/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 210 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/210 Alison Jackson A surprising look at celebrity By making photographs that seem to show our favorite celebs (Diana, Elton John) doing what we really, secretly, want to see them doing, Alison Jackson explores our desire to get personal with celebs. Contains graphic images. TEDGlobal 2005 0:17:36 1/28/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 211 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/211 Chris Anderson (TED) A vision for TED When Curator Chris Anderson gave this talk in 2002, TED's future was hanging in the balance. Here, he attempts to persuade TEDsters that his vision for turning his for-profit conference into a nonprofit event would work. It did. TED2002 0:12:55 1/30/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 212 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/212 Robin Chase Getting cars off the road and data into the skies Robin Chase founded Zipcar, the world's biggest car-sharing business. That was one of her smaller ideas. Here she travels much farther, contemplating road-pricing schemes that will shake up our driving habits and a mesh network vast as the Interstate. TED2007 0:13:39 1/31/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 213 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/213 Jaime Lerner Sing a song of sustainable cities Jaime Lerner reinvented urban space in his native Curitiba, Brazil. Along the way, he changed the way city planners worldwide see what's possible in the metropolitan landscape. TED2007 0:15:43 2/4/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 215 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/215 David Macaulay All roads lead to Rome Antics David Macaulay relives the winding and sometimes surreal journey toward the completion of Rome Antics, his illustrated homage to the historic city. TED2002 0:21:35 2/6/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 214 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/214 Michael Pollan The omnivore's next dilemma What if human consciousness isn't the end-all and be-all of Darwinism? What if we are all just pawns in corn's clever strategy game to rule the Earth? Author Michael Pollan asks us to see the world from a plant's-eye view. TED2007 0:17:25 2/7/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 216 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/216 Howard Rheingold Way-new collaboration Howard Rheingold talks about the coming world of collaboration, participatory media and collective action -- and how Wikipedia is really an outgrowth of our natural human instinct to work as a group. TED2005 0:19:31 2/11/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 218 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/218 Pamelia Kurstin Theremin, the untouchable music Virtuoso Pamelia Kurstin performs and discusses her theremin, the not-just-for-sci-fi electronic instrument that is played without being touched. Songs include "Autumn Leaves," "Lush Life" and David Mash's "Listen, Words Are Gone." TED2002 0:19:11 2/13/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 221 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/221 George Dyson Let's take a nuclear-powered rocket to Saturn Author George Dyson spins the story of Project Orion, a massive, nuclear-powered spacecraft that could have taken us to Saturn in five years. His insider's perspective and a secret cache of documents bring an Atomic Age dream to life. TED2002 0:08:38 2/14/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 219 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/219 Moshe Safdie What makes a building unique? Looking back over his long career, architect Moshe Safdie delves into four of his design projects and explains how he labored to make each one truly unique for its site and its users. TED2002 0:17:46 2/18/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 222 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/222 Jill Sobule, Julia Sweeney The Jill and Julia Show Two TED favorites, Jill Sobule and Julia Sweeney, team up for a delightful set that mixes witty songwriting with a little bit of social commentary. TED2007 0:06:14 2/20/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 223 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/223 Raspyni Brothers Welcome to Vaudeville 2.0 Illustrious jugglers the Raspyni Brothers show off their uncanny balance, agility, coordination and willingness to sacrifice (others). Now, if you'll just stand completely still... TED2002 0:15:27 2/22/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 220 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/220 Joseph Lekuton A parable for Kenya Joseph Lekuton, a member of parliament in Kenya, starts with the story of his remarkable education, then offers a parable of how Africa can grow. His message of hope has never been more relevant. TEDGlobal 2007 0:05:26 2/25/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 225 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/225 Steve Jurvetson The joy of rockets Moneyman Steve Jurvetson takes TEDsters inside his awesome hobby -- launching model rockets -- by sharing some gorgeous photos, his infectious glee and just a whiff of danger. TED2007 0:03:22 2/27/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 224 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/224 Roy Gould, Curtis Wong WorldWide Telescope Educator Roy Gould and researcher Curtis Wong show a sneak preview of Microsoft's WorldWide Telescope, which compiles images from telescopes and satellites to build a comprehensive, interactive view of our universe. TED2008 0:06:48 2/27/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 228 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/228 Alan Kay A powerful idea about teaching ideas With all the intensity and brilliance for which he is known, Alan Kay envisions better techniques for teaching kids by using computers to illustrate experience in ways -- mathematically and scientifically -- that only computers can. TED2007 0:20:37 3/4/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 227 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/227 Craig Venter On the verge of creating synthetic life "Can we create new life out of our digital universe?" Craig Venter asks. His answer is "yes" -- and pretty soon. He walks through his latest research and promises that we'll soon be able to build and boot up a synthetic chromosome. TED2008 0:15:54 3/6/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 230 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/230 Nicholas Negroponte From 1984, 4 predictions about the future (3 of them correct) With surprising accuracy, Nicholas Negroponte predicts what will happen with CD-ROMs, web interfaces, service kiosks, the touchscreen interface of the iPhone and his own One Laptop per Child project. TED1(1984) 0:25:23 3/11/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 229 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/229 Jill Bolte Taylor My stroke of insight Jill Bolte Taylor got a research opportunity few brain scientists would wish for: She had a massive stroke, and watched as her brain functions -- motion, speech, self-awareness -- shut down one by one. An astonishing story. TED2008 0:18:44 3/12/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 231 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/231 Frank Gehry From 1990, defending a vision for architecture Before he was a legend, architect Frank Gehry takes a whistlestop tour of his early work, from his house in Venice Beach to the American Center in Paris, which was under construction (and much on his mind) when he gave this talk. N/A 0:44:38 3/13/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 233 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/233 Dave Eggers 2008 TED Prize wish: Once Upon a School Accepting his 2008 TED Prize, author Dave Eggers asks the TED community to personally, creatively engage with local public schools. With spellbinding eagerness, he talks about how his 826 Valencia tutoring center inspired others around the world to open TED2008 0:25:35 3/18/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 234 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/234 Karen Armstrong 2008 TED Prize wish: Charter for Compassion People want to be religious, says scholar Karen Armstrong; we should act to help make religion a force for harmony. She asks the TED community to help her build a Charter for Compassion -- to help restore the Golden Rule as the central global religious do TED2008 0:21:28 3/19/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 232 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/232 Neil Turok 2008 TED Prize wish: An African Einstein Accepting his 2008 TED Prize, physicist Neil Turok speaks out for talented young Africans starved of opportunity: by unlocking and nurturing the continent's creative potential, we can create a change in Africa's future. TED2008 0:24:50 3/20/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 174 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/174 Norman Foster Building on the green agenda Architect Norman Foster discusses his own work to show how computers can help architects design buildings that are green, beautiful and "basically pollution-free." From the 2007 DLD Conference, Munich; www.dld-conference.com DLD 2007 0:31:57 3/24/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 236 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/236 Christopher deCharms Looking inside the brain in real time Neuroscientist and inventor Christopher deCharms demonstrates a new way to use fMRI to show brain activity -- thoughts, emotions, pain -- while it is happening. In other words, you can actually see how you feel. TED2008 0:04:02 3/24/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 237 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/237 Clifford Stoll 18 minutes with an agile mind Clifford Stoll captivates his audience with a wildly energetic sprinkling of anecdotes, observations, asides -- and even a science experiment. After all, by his own definition, he's a scientist: "Once I do something, I want to do something else." TED2006 0:17:57 3/26/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 186 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/186 Rokia Traore "M'Bifo" Rokia Traore sings the moving "M'Bifo," accompanied on the n'goni, a lute-like Malian stringed instrument with a soulful timbre. A quietly mesmerizing performance. TEDGlobal 2007 0:06:59 3/27/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 235 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/235 Siegfried Woldhek The true face of Leonardo Da Vinci? Mona Lisa is one of the best-known faces on the planet. But would you recognize an image of Leonardo da Vinci? Illustrator Siegfried Woldhek uses some thoughtful image-analysis techniques to find what he believes is the true face of Leonardo. TED2008 0:04:24 4/1/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 239 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/239 David Hoffman Catch Sputnik mania! Filmmaker David Hoffman shares footage from his feature-length documentary Sputnik Mania, which shows how the Soviet Union's launch of Sputnik in 1957 led to both the space race and the arms race -- and jump-started science and math education around the w TED2007 0:03:50 4/2/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 241 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/241 Jakob Trollback Rethinking the music video What would a music video look like if it were directed by the music, purely as an expression of a great song, rather than driven by a filmmaker's concept? Designer Jakob Trollback shares the results of his experiment in the form. TED2007 0:04:00 4/3/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 242 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/242 Stephen Hawking Asking big questions about the universe In keeping with the theme of TED2008, professor Stephen Hawking asks some Big Questions about our universe -- How did the universe begin? How did life begin? Are we alone? -- and discusses how we might go about answering them. TED2008 0:10:12 4/4/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 243 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/243 Al Gore New thinking on the climate crisis In this brand-new slideshow (premiering on TED.com), Al Gore presents evidence that the pace of climate change may be even worse than scientists recently predicted. He challenges us to act. TED2008 0:27:54 4/8/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 244 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/244 Paul Koontz Tourist snapshots from North Korea While on vacation in Asia in 2007, Paul Koontz got the rare chance to spend a few days in North Korea as a tourist. He brought along his kids and his camera. In this talk, he shares his experiences, from quotidian details to grand spectacle. TED2007 0:06:23 4/9/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 245 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/245 Johnny Lee Creating tech marvels out of a $40 Wii Remote Building sophisticated educational tools out of cheap parts, Johnny Lee demos his cool Wii Remote hacks, which turn the $40 video game controller into a digital whiteboard, a touchscreen and a head-mounted 3-D viewer. TED2008 0:05:40 4/11/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 246 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/246 Tod Machover, Dan Ellsey Releasing the music in your head Tod Machover of MIT's Media Lab is devoted to extending musical expression to everyone, from virtuosos to amateurs, and in the most diverse forms, from opera to video games. He and composer Dan Ellsey shed light on what's next. TED2008 0:20:41 4/15/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 247 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/247 Yochai Benkler Open-source economics Yochai Benkler explains how collaborative projects like Wikipedia and Linux represent the next stage of human organization. TEDGlobal 2005 0:17:52 4/16/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 249 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/249 Ernest Madu Bringing world-class health care to the poorest Dr. Ernest Madu runs the Heart Institute of the Caribbean in Kingston, Jamaica, where he proves that -- with careful design, smart technical choices, and a true desire to serve -- it's possible to offer world-class healthcare in the developing world. TEDGlobal 2005 0:16:43 4/17/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 251 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/251 Brian Greene The universe on a string Physicist Brian Greene explains superstring theory, the idea that minscule strands of energy vibrating in 11 dimensions create every particle and force in the universe. TED2005 0:19:06 4/22/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 250 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/250 Amy Tan Where does creativity hide? Novelist Amy Tan digs deep into the creative process, looking for hints of how hers evolved. TED2008 0:22:52 4/22/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 253 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/253 Brian Cox An inside tour of the world's biggest supercollider "Rock-star physicist" Brian Cox talks about his work on the Large Hadron Collider at CERN. Discussing the biggest of big science in an engaging, accessible way, Cox brings us along on a tour of the massive project. TED2008 0:14:59 4/29/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 254 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/254 They Might Be Giants Wake up! It's They Might Be Giants In a very, very early-morning set, They Might Be Giants rock the final day of TED2007. TED2007 0:17:21 4/29/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 255 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/255 Hector Ruiz The power to connect the world Hector Ruiz, the executive chair of AMD, wants to give Internet access to everyone. In this talk, he shares his extraordinary life story and describes AMD's 50x15 initiative that calls for connecting 50 percent of the world by 2015. TEDGlobal 2007 0:19:57 5/1/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 258 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/258 Paul Stamets 6 ways mushrooms can save the world Mycologist Paul Stamets lists 6 ways the mycelium fungus can help save the universe: cleaning polluted soil, making insecticides, treating smallpox and even flu ... Read more. TED2008 0:17:44 5/6/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 259 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/259 Paul Ewald Can we domesticate germs? Evolutionary biologist Paul Ewald drags us into the sewer to discuss germs. Why are some more harmful than others? How could we make the harmful ones benign? Searching for answers, he examines a disgusting, fascinating case: diarrhea. TED2007 0:17:51 5/7/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 260 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/260 Michael Moschen Juggling rhythm and motion Michael Moschen puts on a quietly mesmerizing show of juggling. Don't think juggling is an art? You might just change your mind after watching Moschen in motion. TED2002 0:37:02 5/8/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 261 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/261 Joshua Klein The amazing intelligence of crows Hacker and writer Joshua Klein is fascinated by crows. (Notice the gleam of intelligence in their little black eyes?) After a long amateur study of corvid behavior, he's come up with an elegant machine that may form a new bond between animal and human. TED2008 0:10:06 5/13/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 248 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/248 Alisa Miller Why we know less than ever about the world Alisa Miller, head of Public Radio International, talks about why -- though we want to know more about the world than ever -- the US media is actually showing less. Eye-opening stats and graphs. TED2008 0:04:29 5/14/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 263 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/263 Mark Bittman What's wrong with what we eat In this fiery and funny talk, New York Times food writer Mark Bittman weighs in on what's wrong with the way we eat now (too much meat, too few plants; too much fast food, too little home cooking), and why it's putting the entire planet at risk. EG07 0:20:08 5/15/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 264 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/264 Robert Ballard Exploring the ocean's hidden worlds Ocean explorer Robert Ballard takes us on a mindbending trip to hidden worlds underwater, where he and other researchers are finding unexpected life, resources, even new mountains. He makes a case for serious exploration and mapping. Google Ocean, anyone? TED2008 0:18:19 5/20/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 266 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/266 Yves Behar Creating objects that tell stories Designer Yves Behar digs up his creative roots to discuss some of the iconic objects he's created (the Leaf lamp, the Jawbone headset). Then he turns to the witty, surprising, elegant objects he's working on now -- including the "$100 laptop." TED2008 0:17:43 5/21/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 268 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/268 Seyi Oyesola Rich hospital, poor hospital Dr. Seyi Oyesola takes a searing look at health care in underdeveloped countries. His photo tour of a Nigerian teaching hospital -- all low-tech hacks and donated supplies -- drives home the challenge of doing basic health care there. TEDGlobal 2007 0:14:23 5/27/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 267 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/267 Arthur Ganson Sculpture that's truly moving Sculptor and engineer Arthur Ganson talks about his work -- kinetic art that explores deep philosophical ideas and is gee-whiz fun to look at. TED2002 0:15:44 5/27/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 270 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/270 Paul Collier 4 ways to improve the lives of the "bottom billion" Around the world right now, one billion people are trapped in poor or failing countries. How can we help them? Economist Paul Collier lays out a bold, compassionate plan for closing the gap between rich and poor. TED2008 0:16:51 5/28/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 269 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/269 Susan Blackmore Memes and "temes" Susan Blackmore studies memes: ideas that replicate themselves from brain to brain like a virus. She makes a bold new argument: Humanity has spawned a new kind of meme, the teme, which spreads itself via technology -- and invents ways to keep itself alive TED2008 0:19:28 6/3/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 271 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/271 Nathan Myhrvold A life of fascinations Nathan Myhrvold talks about a few of his latest fascinations -- animal photography, archeology, BBQ and generally being an eccentric genius multimillionaire. Listen for wild stories from the (somewhat raunchy) edge of the animal world. TED2007 0:17:14 6/4/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 265 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/265 Rokia Traore "Kounandi" Singer-songwriter Rokia Traore performs "Kounandi," a breathtaking song that blends Malian instruments with a modern, heartfelt vocal. Note: This song is not available for download. TEDGlobal 2007 0:06:26 6/5/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 273 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/273 Wade Davis The worldwide web of belief and ritual Anthropologist Wade Davis muses on the worldwide web of belief and ritual that makes us human. He shares breathtaking photos and stories of the Elder Brothers, a group of Sierra Nevada indians whose spiritual practice holds the world in balance. TED2008 0:19:12 6/10/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 276 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/276 Murray Gell-Mann Do all languages have a common ancestor? After speaking at TED2007 on elegance in physics, the amazing Murray Gell-Mann gives a quick overview of another passionate interest: finding the common ancestry of our modern languages. TED2007 0:02:15 6/11/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 279 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/279 Chris Jordan Picturing excess Artist Chris Jordan shows us an arresting view of what Western culture looks like. His supersized images picture some almost unimaginable statistics -- like the astonishing number of paper cups we use every single day. TED2008 0:11:14 6/15/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 278 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/278 George Dyson The birth of the computer Historian George Dyson tells stories from the birth of the modern computer -- from its 16th-century origins to the hilarious notebooks of some early computer engineers. TED2003 0:17:18 6/15/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 252 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/252 Dr. Dean Ornish Your genes are not your fate Dean Ornish shares new research that shows how adopting healthy lifestyle habits can affect a person at a genetic level. For instance, he says, when you live healthier, eat better, exercise, and love more, your brain cells actually increase. TED2008 0:03:12 6/16/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 280 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/280 Robert Full How engineers learn from evolution Insects and animals have evolved some amazing skills -- but, as Robert Full notes, many animals are actually over-engineered. The trick is to copy only what's necessary. He shows how human engineers can learn from animals' tricks. TED2002 0:20:22 6/19/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 285 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/285 Adam Grosser A new vision for refrigeration Adam Grosser talks about a project to build a refrigerator that works without electricity -- to bring the vital tool to villages and clinics worldwide. Tweaking some old technology, he's come up with a system that works. TED2007 0:03:31 6/23/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 30 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/30 Steven Levitt Are children's carseats necessary? Steven Levitt shares data that shows car seats are no more effective than seatbelts in protecting kids from dying in cars. However, during the Q&A, he makes one crucial caveat. TEDGlobal 2005 0:18:58 6/24/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 286 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/286 Benjamin Zander Classical music with shining eyes Benjamin Zander has two infectious passions: classical music, and helping us all realize our untapped love for it -- and by extension, our untapped love for all new possibilities, new experiences, new connections. TED2008 0:20:43 6/25/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 288 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/288 Nicholas Negroponte One Laptop per Child, two years on Nicholas Negroponte talks about how One Laptop per Child is doing, two years in. Speaking at the EG conference while the first XO laptops roll off the production line, he recaps the controversies and recommits to the goals of this far-reaching project. TED2008 0:16:40 6/26/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 287 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/287 Nellie McKay "Clonie" Singer-songwriter Nellie McKay performs the semi-serious song "Clonie" -- about creating the ultimate companion. TED2008 0:02:20 6/27/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 290 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/290 Sxip Shirey, Rachelle Garniez Breath, music, passion Composer Sxip Shirey makes music from the simple, dramatic act of breathing -- alone and together. Open your ears to a passionate 3 minutes. TED2008 0:03:06 6/30/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 292 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/292 Peter Diamandis Stephen Hawking hits zero g X Prize founder Peter Diamandis talks about how he helped Stephen Hawking fulfill his dream of going to space -- by flying together into the upper atmosphere and experiencing weightlessness at zero g. TED2008 0:04:01 6/30/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 297 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/297 Rick Smolan A girl, a photograph, a homecoming Photographer Rick Smolan tells the unforgettable story of a young Amerasian girl, a fateful photograph, and an adoption saga with a twist. EG07 0:25:07 7/2/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 298 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/298 Raul Midon "Everybody" and "Peace on Earth" Guitarist and singer Raul Midon plays "Everybody" and "Peace on Earth" during his 2007 set at TED. TED2007 0:09:19 7/3/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 299 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/299 Corneille Ewango A hero of the Congo Basin forest Botanist Corneille Ewango talks about his work at the Okapi Faunal Reserve in the Congo Basin -- and his heroic work protecting it from poachers, miners and raging civil wars. TEDGlobal 2007 0:18:18 7/7/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 300 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/300 Torsten Reil Using biology to make better animation Torsten Reil talks about how the study of biology can help make natural-looking animated people -- by building a human from the inside out, with bones, muscles and a nervous system. He spoke at TED in 2003; see his work now in GTA4. TED2003 0:18:20 7/8/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 282 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/282 David Hoffman How would you feel if you lost everything? Nine days before TED2008, filmmaker David Hoffman lost almost everything he owned in a fire that destroyed his home, office and 30 years of passionate collecting. He looks back at a life that's been wiped clean in an instant -- and looks forward. TED2008 0:04:00 7/9/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 274 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/274 Clay Shirky Institutions vs. collaboration In this prescient 2005 talk, Clay Shirky shows how closed groups and companies will give way to looser networks where small contributors have big roles and fluid cooperation replaces rigid planning. TEDGlobal 2005 0:20:46 7/10/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 296 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/296 Nellie McKay "Mother of Pearl" and "If I Had You" The wonderful Nellie McKay sings "Mother of Pearl" (with the immortal first line "Feminists don't have a sense of humor") and "If I Had You" from her sparkling set at TED2008. TED2008 0:05:34 7/11/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 306 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/306 Freeman Dyson Let's look for life in the outer solar system Physicist Freeman Dyson suggests that we start looking for life on the moons of Jupiter and out past Neptune, in the Kuiper belt and the Oort cloud. He talks about what such life would be like -- and how we might find it. TED2003 0:19:11 7/14/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 307 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/307 Helen Fisher The brain in love Why do we crave love so much, even to the point that we would die for it? To learn more about our very real, very physical need for romantic love, Helen Fisher and her research team took MRIs of people in love -- and people who had just been dumped. TED2008 0:15:56 7/15/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 308 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/308 Billy Graham Technology, faith and human shortcomings Speaking at TED in 1998, Rev. Billy Graham marvels at technology's power to improve lives and change the world -- but says the end of evil, suffering and death will come only after the world accepts Christ. A legendary talk from TED's archives. TED1998 0:26:20 7/16/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 301 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/301 A.J. Jacobs My year of living biblically Speaking at the most recent EG conference, author, philosopher, prankster and journalist A.J. Jacobs talks about the year he spent living biblically -- following the rules in the Bible as literally as possible. EG07 0:17:40 7/17/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 310 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/310 Keith Barry Brain magic First, Keith Barry shows us how our brains can fool our bodies -- in a trick that works via podcast too. Then he involves the audience in some jaw-dropping (and even a bit dangerous) feats of brain magic. TED2004 0:19:49 7/18/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 313 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/313 Marisa Fick-Jordan The wonders of Zulu wire art In this short, image-packed talk, Marisa Fick-Jordan talks about how a village of traditional Zulu wire weavers built a worldwide market for their dazzling work. TEDGlobal 2007 0:02:33 7/21/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 312 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/312 Martin Seligman What positive psychology can help you become Martin Seligman talks about psychology -- as a field of study and as it works one-on-one with each patient and each practitioner. As it moves beyond a focus on disease, what can modern psychology help us to become? TED2004 0:23:42 7/21/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 294 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/294 Chris Abani Telling stories of our shared humanity Chris Abani tells stories of people: People standing up to soldiers. People being compassionate. People being human and reclaiming their humanity. It's "ubuntu," he says: the only way for me to be human is for you to reflect my humanity back at me. TED2008 0:16:14 7/22/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 315 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/315 Louise Leakey Digging for humanity's origins Louise Leakey asks, "Who are we?" The question takes her to the Rift Valley in Eastern Africa, where she digs for the evolutionary origins of humankind -- and suggests a stunning new vision of our competing ancestors. TED2008 0:15:36 7/23/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 316 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/316 Jonathan Harris The art of collecting stories At the EG conference in December 2007, artist Jonathan Harris discusses his latest projects, which involve collecting stories: his own, strangers', and stories collected from the Internet, including his amazing "We Feel Fine." TED2007 0:20:29 7/24/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 318 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/318 Reed Kroloff Architecture, modern and romantic Reed Kroloff gives us a new lens for judging new architecture: is it modern, or is it romantic? Look for glorious images from two leading practices -- and a blistering critique of the 9/11 planning process. TED2003 0:15:21 7/28/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 319 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/319 Kevin Kelly Predicting the next 5,000 days of the web At the 2007 EG conference, Kevin Kelly shares a fun stat: The World Wide Web, as we know it, is only 5,000 days old. Now, Kelly asks, how can we predict what's coming in the next 5,000 days? EG07 0:19:34 7/28/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 321 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/321 Robert Lang Idea + square = origami Robert Lang is a pioneer of the newest kind of origami -- using math and engineering principles to fold mind-blowingly intricate designs that are beautiful and, sometimes, very useful. TED2008 0:15:53 7/30/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 320 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/320 Kwabena Boahen Making a computer that works like the brain Researcher Kwabena Boahen is looking for ways to mimic the brain's supercomputing powers in silicon -- because the messy, redundant processes inside our heads actually make for a small, light, superfast computer. TEDGlobal 2007 0:16:22 7/30/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 322 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/322 Bruno Bowden, Rufus Cappadocia Origami, blindfolded and to music After Robert Lang's talk on origami at TED2008, Bruno Bowden stepped onstage with a challenge -- he would fold one of Lang's astonishingly complicated origami figures, blindfolded, in under 2 minutes. He's accompanied by the cellist Rufus Cappadocia. TED2008 0:02:58 8/1/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 326 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/326 Patricia Burchat The search for dark energy and dark matter Physicist Patricia Burchat sheds light on two basic ingredients of our universe: dark matter and dark energy. Comprising 96% of the universe between them, they can't be directly measured, but their influence is immense. TED2008 0:16:09 8/17/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 323 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/323 Spencer Wells Building a family tree for all humanity All humans share some common bits of DNA, passed down to us from our African ancestors. Geneticist Spencer Wells talks about how his Genographic Project will use this shared DNA to figure out how we are -- in all our diversity -- truly connected. TEDGlobal 2007 0:20:53 8/18/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 324 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/324 David Griffin Photography connects us with the world The photo director for National Geographic, David Griffin knows the power of photography to connect us to our world. In a talk filled with glorious images, he talks about how we all use photos to tell our stories. TED2008 0:14:53 8/19/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 327 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/327 Lennart Green Close-up card magic Like your uncle at a family party, the rumpled Swedish doctor Lennart Green says, "Pick a card, any card." But what he does with those cards is pure magic -- flabbergasting, lightning-fast, how-does-he-do-it? magic. TED2005 0:31:08 8/20/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 328 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/328 Ian Dunbar Dog-friendly dog training Speaking at the 2007 EG conference, trainer Ian Dunbar asks us to see the world through the eyes of our beloved dogs. By knowing our pets' perspective, we can build their love and trust. It's a message that resonates well beyond the animal world. EG07 0:14:46 8/21/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 325 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/325 Nellie McKay "The Dog Song" Animal fan Nellie McKay sings a sparkling tribute to her dear dog. She suggests we all do the same: "Just go right to the pound/ And find yourself a hound/ And make that doggie proud/ 'cause that's what it's all about." TED2008 0:03:33 8/22/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 329 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/329 John Q. Walker Re-creating great performances Imagine hearing great, departed pianists play again today, just as they would in person. John Q. Walker demonstrates how recordings can be analyzed for precise keystrokes and pedal motions, then played back on computer-controlled grand pianos. EG07 0:13:41 8/26/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 175 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/175 Sugata Mitra Can kids teach themselves? Speaking at LIFT 2007, Sugata Mitra talks about his Hole in the Wall project. Young kids in this project figured out how to use a PC on their own -- and then taught other kids. He asks, what else can children teach themselves? LIFT 2007 0:20:59 8/27/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 330 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/330 Ory Okolloh The making of an African activist Ory Okolloh tells the story of her life and her family -- and how she came to do her heroic work reporting on the doings of Kenya's parliament. TEDGlobal 2007 0:16:38 8/28/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 334 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/334 Einstein the Parrot Talking and squawking TED2006 This whimsical wrap-up of TED2006 -- presented by Einstein, the African grey parrot, and her trainer, Stephanie White -- simply tickles. Watch for the moment when Einstein has a moment with Al Gore. TED2006 0:05:48 8/29/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 331 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/331 Paul Rothemund The astonishing promise of DNA folding In 2007, Paul Rothemund gave TED a short summary of his specialty, DNA folding. Now he lays out in clear, adundant detail the immense promise of this field -- to create tiny machines that assemble themselves. TED2008 0:16:24 9/2/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 335 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/335 Peter Diamandis Taking the next giant leap in space Peter Diamandis says it's our moral imperative to keep exploring space -- and he talks about how, with the X Prize and other incentives, we're going to do just that. TEDGlobal 2005 0:15:31 9/3/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 339 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/339 Peter Hirshberg The Web and TV, a sibling rivalry In this absorbing look at emerging media and tech history, Peter Hirshberg shares some crucial lessons from Silicon Valley and explains why the web is so much more than "better TV." EG07 0:31:39 9/4/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 333 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/333 Jonathan Drori Why we don't understand as much as we think we do Starting with four basic questions (that you may be surprised to find you can't answer), Jonathan Drori looks at the gaps in our knowledge -- and specifically, what we don't about science that we might think we do. TED2007 0:12:28 9/5/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 340 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/340 Jane Goodall Helping humans and animals live together in Africa The legendary chimpanzee researcher Jane Goodall talks about TACARE and her other community projects, which help people in booming African towns live side-by-side with threatened animals. TEDGlobal 2007 0:23:46 9/8/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 344 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/344 Irwin Redlener How to survive a nuclear attack The face of nuclear terror has changed since the Cold War, but disaster-medicine expert Irwin Redlener reminds us the threat is still real. He looks at some of history's farcical countermeasures and offers practical advice on how to survive an attack. TED2008 0:25:18 9/9/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 346 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/346 Brewster Kahle A digital library, free to the world Brewster Kahle is building a truly huge digital library -- every book ever published, every movie ever released, all the strata of web history ... It's all free to the public -- unless someone else gets to it first. TED2007 0:20:06 9/10/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 343 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/343 David Gallo The deep oceans: a ribbon of life With vibrant video clips captured by submarines, David Gallo takes us to some of Earth's darkest, most violent, toxic and beautiful habitats, the valleys and volcanic ridges of the oceans' depths, where life is bizarre, resilient and shockingly abundant. TED1998 0:13:20 9/11/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 347 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/347 Carmen Agra Deedy Spinning a story of Mama Storyteller Carmen Agra Deedy spins a funny, wise and luminous tale of parents and kids, starring her Cuban mother. Settle in and enjoy the ride -- Mama's driving! TED2005 0:23:34 9/12/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 345 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/345 Keith Bellows Celebrating the camel Keith Bellows gleefully outlines the engineering marvels of the camel, a vital creature he calls "the SUV of the desert." Though he couldn't bring a live camel to TED, he gets his camera crew as close as humanly possible to a one-ton beast in full rut. TED2002 0:16:06 9/15/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 348 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/348 Ann Cooper Reinventing the school lunch Speaking at the 2007 EG conference, "renegade lunch lady" Ann Cooper talks about the coming revolution in the way kids eat at school -- local, sustainable, seasonal and even educational food. EG07 0:19:42 9/16/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 341 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/341 Jonathan Haidt The real difference between liberals and conservatives Psychologist Jonathan Haidt studies the five moral values that form the basis of our political choices, whether we're left, right or center. In this eye-opening talk, he pinpoints the moral values that liberals and conservatives tend to honor most. TED2008 0:18:42 9/17/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 217 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/217 Eve Ensler Security and insecurity Playwright Eve Ensler explores our modern craving for security -- and why it makes us less secure. Listen for inspiring, heartbreaking stories of women making change. TEDGlobal 2005 0:13:45 9/18/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 353 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/353 David S. Rose 10 things to know before you pitch a VC for money Thinking startup? David S. Rose's rapid-fire TED U talk on pitching to a venture capitalist tells you the 10 things you need to know about yourself -- and prove to a VC -- before you fire up your slideshow. TED2007 0:14:39 9/19/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 351 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/351 Marvin Minsky Health, population and the human mind Listen closely -- Marvin Minsky's arch, eclectic, charmingly offhand talk on health, overpopulation and the human mind is packed with subtlety: wit, wisdom and just an ounce of wily, is-he-joking? advice. TED2003 0:13:33 9/22/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 272 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/272 Philip Zimbardo How ordinary people become monsters ... or heroes Philip Zimbardo knows how easy it is for nice people to turn bad. In this talk, he shares insights and graphic unseen photos from the Abu Ghraib trials. Then he talks about the flip side: how easy it is to be a hero, and how we can rise to the challenge. TED2008 0:23:16 9/23/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 349 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/349 Laura Trice The power of saying thank you In this deceptively simple 3-minute talk, Dr. Laura Trice muses on the power of the magic words "thank you" -- to deepen a friendship, to repair a bond, to make sure another person knows what they mean to you. Try it. TED2008 0:03:29 9/24/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 350 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/350 Caleb Chung Come play with Pleo the dinosaur Pleo the robot dinosaur acts like a living pet -- exploring, cuddling, playing, reacting and learning. Inventor Caleb Chung talks about Pleo and his wild toy career at EG07, on the week that Pleo shipped to stores for the first time. TED2007 0:18:27 9/25/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 354 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/354 Steven Pinker Chalking it up to the blank slate Steven Pinker's book The Blank Slate argues that all humans are born with some innate traits. Here, Pinker talks about his thesis, and why some people found it incredibly upsetting. TED2003 0:22:42 9/26/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 355 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/355 Rodney Brooks How robots will invade our lives In this prophetic talk from 2003, roboticist Rodney Brooks talks about how robots are going to work their way into our lives -- starting with toys and moving into household chores ... and beyond. TED2003 0:18:47 9/29/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 356 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/356 Stefan Sagmeister Things I have learned in my life so far Rockstar designer Stefan Sagmeister delivers a short, witty talk on life lessons, expressed through surprising modes of design (including ... inflatable monkeys?). TED2008 0:04:45 9/30/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 358 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/358 Noah Feldman Politics and religion are technologies Noah Feldman makes a searing case that both politics and religion -- whatever their differences -- are similar technologies, designed to efficiently connect and manage any group of people. TED2003 0:15:07 10/1/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 359 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/359 Liz Diller Architecture is a special effects machine In this engrossing EG talk, architect Liz Diller shares her firm DS+R's more unusual work, including the Blur Building, whose walls are made of fog, and the revamped Alice Tully Hall, which is wrapped in glowing wooden skin. EG07 0:19:24 10/2/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 360 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/360 James Nachtwey Use my photographs to stop the worldwide XDR-TB epidemic Photojournalist James Nachtwey sees his TED Prize wish come true, as we share his powerful photographs of XDR-TB, a drug-resistant strain of tuberculosis that's touching off a global medical crisis. Learn how to help at http://www.xdrtb.org TED Prize Wish 0:05:52 10/3/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 361 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/361 David Perry Will videogames become better than life? Game designer David Perry says tomorrow's videogames will be more than mere fun to the next generation of gamers. They'll be lush, complex, emotional experiences -- more involving and meaningful to some than real life. TED2006 0:21:06 10/6/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 363 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/363 Doris Kearns Goodwin Learning from past presidents in moments of crisis Historian Doris Kearns Goodwin talks about what we can learn from American presidents, including Abraham Lincoln and Lyndon Johnson. Then she shares a moving memory of her own father, and of their shared love of baseball. TED2008 0:18:48 10/7/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 362 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/362 Steven Johnson The Web and the city Outside.in's Steven Johnson says the Web is like a city: built by many people, completely controlled by no one, intricately interconnected and yet functioning as many independent parts. While disaster strikes in one place, elsewhere, life goes on. TED2003 0:16:30 10/8/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 370 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/370 John Markoff Why newspapers still matter (and why tech news belongs on the front page) At the EG conference, John Markoff talks about why newspapers still matter -- even in the days of RSS. He gives an inside look at editorial process at the New York Times, and talks about some of his tech stories that should have been front-page news. TED2007 0:12:02 10/9/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 364 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/364 James Burchfield Sound stylings by a human beatbox Human beatbox James "AudioPoet" Burchfield performs an intricate three-minute breakdown -- sexy, propulsive hip-hop rhythms and turntable textures -- all using only his voice. TED2003 0:04:44 10/10/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 371 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/371 Garrett Lisi A beautiful new theory of everything Physicist and surfer Garrett Lisi presents a controversial new model of the universe that -- just maybe -- answers all the big questions. If nothing else, it's the most beautiful 8-dimensional model of elementary particles and forces you've ever seen. TED2008 0:21:26 10/14/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 372 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/372 Paola Antonelli Design and the elastic mind MOMA design curator Paola Antonelli previews the groundbreaking show "Design and the Elastic Mind" -- full of products and designs that reflect the way we think now. EG07 0:17:40 10/15/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 375 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/375 Virginia Postrel The power of glamour In a timely talk, cultural critic Virginia Postrel muses on the true meaning, and the powerful uses, of glamour -- which she defines as any calculated, carefully polished image designed to impress and persuade. TED2004 0:16:15 10/16/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 377 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/377 Dr. Dean Ornish Healing and other natural wonders Dean Ornish talks about simple, low-tech and low-cost ways to take advantage of the body's natural desire to heal itself. TED2004 0:16:49 10/17/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 374 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/374 John Hodgman A brief digression on matters of lost time Humorist John Hodgman rambles through a new story about aliens, physics, time, space and the way all of these somehow contribute to a sweet, perfect memory of falling in love. TED2008 0:16:40 10/21/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 379 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/379 Paul MacCready Nature vs. humans, and what we can do about it In 1998, aircraft designer Paul MacCready looks at a planet on which humans have utterly dominated nature, and talks about what we all can do to preserve nature's balance. His contribution: solar planes, superefficient gliders and the electric car. TED1998 0:22:48 10/22/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 366 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/366 Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi Creativity, fulfillment and flow Mihaly Czikszentmihalyi asks, "What makes a life worth living?" Noting that money cannot make us happy, he looks to those who find pleasure and lasting satisfaction in activities that bring about a state of "flow." TED2004 0:18:55 10/23/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 381 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/381 Kristen Ashburn Heartrending pictures of AIDS In this moving talk, documentary photographer Kristen Ashburn shares unforgettable images of the human impact of AIDS in Africa. TED2003 0:04:37 10/24/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 365 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/365 Jared Diamond Why societies collapse Why do societies fail? With lessons from the Norse of Iron Age Greenland, deforested Easter Island and present-day Montana, Jared Diamond talks about the signs that collapse is near, and how -- if we see it in time -- we can prevent it. TED2003 0:18:21 10/27/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 383 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/383 Rives A 3-minute story of mixed emoticons Rives -- star of the Bravo special "Ironic Iconic America" -- tells a typographical fairy tale that's short and bittersweet. TED2008 0:03:17 10/28/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 385 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/385 Keith Schacht, Zach Kaplan Products (and toys) from the future The Inventables guys, Zach Kaplan and Keith Schacht, demo some amazing new materials and how we might use them. Look for squishy magnets, odor-detecting ink, "dry" liquid and a very surprising 10-foot pole. TED2005 0:15:46 10/30/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 386 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/386 Newton Aduaka The story of Ezra, a child soldier Filmmaker Newton Aduaka shows clips from his powerful, lyrical feature film "Ezra," about a child soldier in Sierra Leone. TEDGlobal 2007 0:18:44 10/31/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 388 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/388 Graham Hawkes Fly the seas on a submarine with wings Graham Hawkes takes us aboard his graceful, winged submarines to the depths of planet Ocean (a.k.a. "Earth"). It's a deep blue world we landlubbers rarely see in 3D. TED2005 0:12:11 11/3/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 390 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/390 James Surowiecki The moment when social media became the news James Surowiecki pinpoints the moment when social media became an equal player in the world of news-gathering: the 2005 tsunami, when YouTube video, blogs, IMs and txts carried the news -- and preserved moving personal stories from the tragedy. TED2005 0:16:59 11/4/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 391 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/391 John Francis I walk the Earth For almost three decades, John Francis has been a planetwalker, traveling the globe by foot and sail with a message of environmental respect and responsibility (for 17 of those years without speaking). A funny, thoughtful talk with occasional banjo. TED2008 0:19:24 11/5/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 392 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/392 Tim Brown The powerful link between creativity and play At the 2008 Serious Play conference, designer Tim Brown talks about the powerful relationship between creative thinking and play -- with many examples you can try at home (and one that maybe you shouldn't). Art Center Design Conference 2008: Serious Play 0:27:58 11/6/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 393 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/393 Luca Turin The science of scent What's the science behind a sublime perfume? With charm and precision, biophysicist Luca Turin explains the molecular makeup -- and the art -- of a scent. TED2005 0:15:53 11/7/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 394 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/394 Lee Smolin How science is like democracy Physicist Lee Smolin talks about how the scientific community works: as he puts it, "we fight and argue as hard as we can," but everyone accepts that the next generation of scientists will decide who's right. And, he says, that's how democracy works, too. TED2003 0:12:25 11/10/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 395 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/395 Samantha Power Shaking hands with the devil Samantha Power tells a story of a complicated hero, Sergio Vieira de Mello. This UN diplomat walked a thin moral line, negotiating with the world's worst dictators to help their people survive crisis. It's a compelling story told with a fiery passion. TED2008 0:23:09 11/11/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 399 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/399 Charles Elachi The story of the Mars Rovers At Serious Play 2008, Charles Elachi shares stories from NASA's legendary Jet Propulsion Lab -- including tales and video from the Mars Rover project. Art Center Design Conference 2008: Serious Play 0:28:17 11/12/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 400 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/400 Ursus Wehrli Tidying up art Ursus Wehrli shares his vision for a cleaner, more organized, tidier form of art -- by deconstructing the paintings of modern masters into their component pieces, sorted by color and size. TED2006 0:15:57 11/13/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 402 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/402 Stewart Brand Building a home for the Clock of the Long Now Stewart Brand works on the Clock of the Long Now, a timepiece that counts down the next 10,000 years. It's a beautiful project that asks us to think about the far, far future. Here, he discusses a tricky side problem with the Clock: Where can we put it? TED2004 0:23:23 11/17/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 396 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/396 Isaac Mizrahi Fashion, passion, and about a million other things Fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi spins through a dizzying array of inspirations -- from '50s pinups to a fleeting glimpse of a hole in a shirt that makes him shout "Stop the cab!" Inside this rambling talk are real clues to living a happy, creative life. TED2008 0:14:16 11/18/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 403 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/403 Franco Sacchi Welcome to Nollywood Zambia-born filmmaker Franco Sacchi tours us through Nollywood, Nigeria's booming film industry (the world's 3rd largest). Guerrilla filmmaking and brilliance under pressure from crews that can shoot a full-length feature in a week. TEDGlobal 2007 0:17:34 11/19/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 404 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/404 George Smoot The design of the universe At Serious Play 2008, astrophysicist George Smoot shows stunning new images from deep-space surveys, and prods us to ponder how the cosmos -- with its giant webs of dark matter and mysterious gaping voids -- got built this way. Art Center Design Conference 2008: Serious Play 0:19:00 11/20/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 406 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/406 Dan Barber A surprising parable of foie gras At the Taste3 conference, chef Dan Barber tells the story of a small farm in Spain that has found a humane way to produce foie gras. Raising his geese in a natural environment, farmer Eduardo Sousa embodies the kind of food production Barber believes in. Taste3 2008 0:20:24 11/24/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 405 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/405 Bill Joy What I'm worried about, what I'm excited about Technologist and futurist Bill Joy talks about several big worries for humanity -- and several big hopes in the fields of health, education and future tech. TED2006 0:19:02 11/24/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 407 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/407 Andy Hobsbawm Do the green thing Andy Hobsbawm shares a fresh ad campaign about going green -- and some of the fringe benefits. TED2008 0:03:22 11/26/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 408 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/408 Gregory Petsko The coming neurological epidemic Biochemist Gregory Petsko makes a convincing argument that, in the next 50 years, we'll see an epidemic of neurological diseases, such as Alzheimer's, as the world population ages. His solution: more research into the brain and its functions. TED2008 0:03:47 11/30/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 409 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/409 Richard Preston Climbing the world's biggest trees Science writer Richard Preston talks about some of the most enormous living beings on the planet, the giant trees of the US Pacific Northwest. Growing from a tiny seed, they support vast ecosystems -- and are still, largely, a mystery. TED2008 0:19:31 12/2/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 410 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/410 Philip Rosedale Second Life, where anything is possible Why build a virtual world? Philip Rosedale talks about the virtual society he founded, Second Life, and its underpinnings in human creativity. It's a place so different that anything could happen. Art Center Design Conference 2008: Serious Play 0:28:31 12/3/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 411 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/411 Larry Burns Reinventing the car General Motors veep Larry Burns previews cool next-gen car design: sleek, customizable (and computer-enhanced) vehicles that run clean on hydrogen -- and pump energy back into the electrical grid when they're idle. TED2005 0:09:12 12/4/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 412 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/412 Nick Sears Presenting the Orb Inventor Nick Sears demos the first generation of the Orb, a rotating persistence-of-vision display that creates glowing 3D images. A short, cool tale of invention. TED2007 0:03:58 12/5/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 413 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/413 David Holt The stories and song of Appalachia Folk musician and storyteller David Holt plays the banjo and shares photographs and old wisdom from the Appalachian Mountains. He also demonstrates some unusual instruments like the mouth bow -- and a surprising electric drum kit he calls "thunderwear." TED2004 0:25:17 12/7/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 414 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/414 Eva Zeisel The playful search for beauty The ceramics designer Eva Zeisel looks back on a 75-year career. What keeps her work as fresh today (her latest line debuted in 2008) as in 1926? Her sense of play and beauty, and her drive for adventure. Listen for stories from a rich, colorful life. TED2001 0:18:09 12/9/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 415 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/415 Michael Milken Leveraging big ideas to make change Michael Milken talks about using your own particular set of skills to make real change in the world. In his case, the energetic mind that once created exotic bonds is now driving the "Manhattan Project of cancer" -- with lifesaving results. TED11(2001) 0:22:32 12/10/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 416 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/416 Dennis vanEngelsdorp Where have the bees gone? Bees are dying in droves. Why? Leading apiarist Dennis vanEngelsdorp looks at the gentle, misunderstood creature's important place in nature and the mystery behind its alarming disappearance. Taste3 2008 0:16:28 12/10/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 418 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/418 Jay Walker A library of human imagination Jay Walker, curator of the Library of Human Imagination, conducts a surprising show-and-tell session highlighting a few of the intriguing artifacts that backdropped the 2008 TED stage. TED2008 0:07:09 12/14/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 420 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/420 Dan Gilbert Exploring the frontiers of happiness Dan Gilbert presents research and data from his exploration of happiness -- sharing some surprising tests and experiments that you can also try on yourself. Watch through to the end for a sparkling Q&A with some familiar TED faces. TEDGlobal 2005 0:33:38 12/16/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 419 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/419 Benjamin Wallace Does happiness have a price tag? Can happiness be bought? To find out, author Benjamin Wallace sampled the world's most expensive products, including a bottle of 1947 Chateau Cheval Blanc, 8 ounces of Kobe beef and the fabled (notorious) Kopi Luwak coffee. His critique may surprise you. Taste3 2008 0:14:40 12/17/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 421 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/421 Penelope Boston Life on Mars? Let's look in the caves So the Mars Rovers didn't scoop up any alien lifeforms. Scientist Penelope Boston thinks there's a good chance -- a 25 to 50 percent chance, in fact -- that life might exist on Mars, deep inside the planet's caves. She details how we should look and why. TED2006 0:18:29 12/17/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 423 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/423 Nicholas Negroponte Bringing One Laptop per Child to Colombia: TED in the Field TED follows Nicholas Negroponte to Colombia as he delivers laptops inside territory once controlled by guerrillas. His partner? Colombia's Defense Department, who see One Laptop per Child as an investment in the region. (And you too can get involved.) TED in the Field 0:06:48 12/22/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 422 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/422 Steven Strogatz How things in nature tend to sync up Mathematician Steven Strogatz shows how flocks of creatures (like birds, fireflies and fish) manage to synchronize and act as a unit -- when no one's giving orders. The powerful tendency extends into the realm of objects, too. TED2004 0:21:58 12/22/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 424 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/424 Jennifer 8. Lee Who was General Tso? and other mysteries of American Chinese food Reporter Jennifer 8. Lee talks about her hunt for the origins of familiar Chinese-American dishes -- exploring the hidden spots where these two cultures have (so tastily) combined to form a new cuisine. Taste3 2008 0:16:38 12/24/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 426 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/426 Kary Mullis Celebrating the scientific experiment Biochemist Kary Mullis talks about the basis of modern science: the experiment. Sharing tales from the 17th century and from his own backyard-rocketry days, Mullis celebrates the curiosity, inspiration and rigor of good science in all its forms. TED2002 0:29:32 1/5/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 427 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/427 John Maeda My journey in design, from tofu to RISD Designer John Maeda talks about his path from a Seattle tofu factory to the Rhode Island School of Design, where he became president in 2008. Maeda, a tireless experimenter and a witty observer, explores the crucial moment when design met computers. Art Center Design Conference 2008: Serious Play 0:17:06 1/6/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 428 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/428 Paul Sereno What can fossils teach us? Strange landscapes, scorching heat and (sometimes) mad crocodiles await scientists seeking clues to evolution's genius. Paleontologist Paul Sereno talks about his surprising encounters with prehistory -- and a new way to help students join the adventure. TED2005 0:21:46 1/7/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 429 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/429 Paul Moller Take a ride in the Skycar Paul Moller talks about the future of personal air travel -- the marriage of autos and flight that will give us true freedom to travel off-road. He shows two things he's working on: the Moller Skycar (a jet + car) and a passenger-friendly hovering disc. TED2004 0:15:39 1/8/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 430 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/430 Greg Lynn How calculus is changing architecture Greg Lynn talks about the mathematical roots of architecture -- and how calculus and digital tools allow modern designers to move beyond the traditional building forms. A glorious church in Queens (and a titanium tea set) illustrate his theory. TED2005 0:18:54 1/9/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 431 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/431 Rob Forbes Ways of seeing Rob Forbes, the founder of Design Within Reach, shows a gallery of snapshots that inform his way of seeing the world. Charming juxtapositions, found art, urban patterns -- this slideshow will open your eyes to the world around you. TED2006 0:15:37 1/12/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 432 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/432 Scott McCloud Understanding comics In this unmissable look at the magic of comics, Scott McCloud bends the presentation format into a cartoon-like experience, where colorful diversions whiz through childhood fascinations and imagined futures that our eyes can hear and touch. TED2005 0:17:08 1/13/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 433 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/433 Peter Reinhart The art of baking bread Batch to batch, crust to crust ... In tribute to the beloved staple food, baking master Peter Reinhart reflects on the cordial couplings (wheat and yeast, starch and heat) that give us our daily bread. Try not to eat a slice. Taste3 2008 0:15:34 1/14/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 434 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/434 Joseph Pine What do consumers really want? Customers want to feel what they buy is authentic, but "Mass Customization" author Joseph Pine says selling authenticity is tough because, well, there's no such thing. He talks about a few experiences that may be artificial but make millions anyway. TED2004 0:14:19 1/15/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 435 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/435 Paula Scher Great design is serious (not solemn) Paula Scher looks back at a life in design (she's done album covers, books, the Citibank logo ...) and pinpoints the moment when she started really having fun. Look for gorgeous designs and images from her legendary career. Art Center Design Conference 2008: Serious Play 0:21:56 1/16/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 436 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/436 David Carson Design, discovery and humor Great design is a never-ending journey of discovery -- for which it helps to pack a healthy sense of humor. Sociologist and surfer-turned-designer David Carson walks through a gorgeous (and often quite funny) slide deck of his work and found images. TED2003 0:22:39 1/19/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 439 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/439 Jamais Cascio Tools for building a better world We all want to make the world better -- but how? Jamais Cascio looks at some specific tools and techniques that can make a difference. It's a fascinating talk that might just inspire you to act. TED2006 0:16:15 1/21/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 437 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/437 Barry Schuler An introduction to genomics What is genomics? How will it affect our lives? In this intriguing primer on the genomics revolution, entrepreneur Barry Schuler says we can at least expect healthier, tastier food. He suggests we start with the pinot noir grape, to build better wines. Taste3 2008 0:21:26 1/22/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 441 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/441 Sherwin Nuland A meditation on hope Surgeon and writer Sherwin Nuland meditates on the idea of hope -- the desire to become our better selves and make a better world. It's a thoughtful 12 minutes that will help you focus on the road ahead. TED2003 0:12:36 1/23/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 442 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/442 Woody Norris Inventing the next amazing thing Woody Norris shows off two of his inventions that treat sound in new ways, and talks about his untraditional approach to inventing and education. As he puts it: "Almost nothing has been invented yet." So -- what's next? TED2004 0:13:49 1/26/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 440 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/440 Peter Ward Earth's mass extinctions Asteroid strikes get all the coverage, but "Medea Hypothesis" author Peter Ward argues that most of Earth's mass extinctions were caused by lowly bacteria. The culprit, a poison called hydrogen sulfide, may have an interesting application in medicine. TED2008 0:19:41 1/27/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 443 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/443 Aimee Mullins Running on high-tech legs In this TED archive video from 1998, paralympic sprinter Aimee Mullins talks about her record-setting career as a runner, and about the amazing carbon-fiber prosthetic legs (then a prototype) that helped her cross the finish line. TED1998 0:20:43 1/28/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 445 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/445 Joe DeRisi Hunting the next killer virus Biochemist Joe DeRisi talks about amazing new ways to diagnose viruses (and treat the illnesses they cause) using DNA. His work may help us understand malaria, SARS, avian flu -- and the 60 percent of everyday viral infections that go undiagnosed. TED2006 0:16:05 1/29/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 447 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/447 Natalie MacMaster Playing the Cape Breton fiddle Natalie MacMaster and her musical partner Donnell Leahy play several tunes from the Cape Breton tradition -- a sprightly, soulful style of folk fiddling. It's an inspired collaboration that will have you clapping (and maybe dancing) along. TED2003 0:18:47 1/30/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 450 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/450 Bill Gross Great ideas for finding new energy Bill Gross, the founder of Idealab, talks about his life as an inventor, starting with his high-school company selling solar energy plans and kits. Learn here about a groundbreaking system for solar cells -- and some questions we haven't yet solved. TED2003 0:19:55 2/2/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 451 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/451 Bill Gates How I'm trying to change the world now Bill Gates hopes to solve some of the world's biggest problems using a new kind of philanthropy. In a passionate and, yes, funny 18 minutes, he asks us to consider two big questions and how we might answer them. (And see the Q&A on the TED Blog.) TED2009 0:20:16 2/5/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 453 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/453 Elizabeth Gilbert A different way to think about creative genius Elizabeth Gilbert muses on the impossible things we expect from artists and geniuses -- and shares the radical idea that, instead of the rare person "being" a genius, all of us "have" a genius. It's a funny, personal and surprisingly moving talk. TED2009 0:19:28 2/9/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 455 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/455 Milton Glaser How great design makes ideas new From the TED archives: The legendary graphic designer Milton Glaser dives deep into a new painting inspired by Piero della Francesca. From here, he muses on what makes a convincing poster, by breaking down an idea and making it new. TED1998 0:15:14 2/11/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 457 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/457 David Merrill Siftables, the toy blocks that think MIT grad student David Merrill demos Siftables -- cookie-sized, computerized tiles you can stack and shuffle in your hands. These future-toys can do math, play music, and talk to their friends, too. Is this the next thing in hands-on learning? TED2009 0:07:09 2/12/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 462 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/462 Barry Schwartz The real crisis? We stopped being wise Barry Schwartz makes a passionate call for "practical wisdom" as an antidote to a society gone mad with bureaucracy. He argues powerfully that rules often fail us, incentives often backfire, and practical, everyday wisdom will help rebuild our world. TED2009 0:20:45 2/16/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 463 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/463 Juan Enriquez Beyond the crisis, mindboggling science and the arrival of Homo evolutis Even as mega-banks topple, Juan Enriquez says the big reboot is yet to come. But don't look for it on your ballot -- or in the stock exchange. It'll come from science labs, and it promises keener bodies and minds. Our kids are going to be ... different. TED2009 0:18:50 2/17/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 464 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/464 Jose Antonio Abreu Help me bring music to kids worldwide (TED Prize winner!) Jose Antonio Abreu is the charismatic founder of a youth orchestra system that has transformed thousands of kids' lives in Venezuela. Here he shares his amazing story and unveils a TED Prize wish that could have a big impact in the US and beyond. TED2009 0:16:58 2/18/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 466 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/466 Gustavo Dudamel and the Teresa Carreño Youth Orchestra A musical sensation from Venezuela The Teresa Carreño Youth Orchestra contains the best high school musicians from Venezuela's life-changing music program, El Sistema. Led here by Gustavo Dudamel, they play Shostakovich's Symphony No. 10, 2nd movement, and Arturo Márquez' Danzón No. 2. TED2009 0:17:06 2/18/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 467 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/467 Sylvia Earle Here's how to protect the blue heart of the planet (TED Prize winner!) Legendary ocean researcher Sylvia Earle shares astonishing images of the ocean -- and shocking stats about its rapid decline -- as she makes her TED Prize wish: that we will join her in protecting the vital blue heart of the planet. TED2009 0:18:16 2/19/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 468 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/468 Jill Tarter Why the search for alien intelligence matters (TED Prize winner!) The SETI Institute's Jill Tarter makes her TED Prize wish: to accelerate our search for cosmic company. Using a growing array of radio telescopes, she and her team listen for patterns that may be a sign of intelligence elsewhere in the universe. TED2009 0:21:23 2/20/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 469 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/469 Ed Ulbrich How Benjamin Button got his face Ed Ulbrich, the digital-effects guru from Digital Domain, explains the Oscar-winning technology that allowed his team to digitally create the older versions of Brad Pitt's face for "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button." TED2009 0:18:07 2/23/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 470 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/470 Charles Moore Sailing the Great Pacific Garbage Patch Capt. Charles Moore of the Algalita Marine Research Foundation first discovered the Great Pacific Garbage Patch -- an endless floating waste of plastic trash. Now he's drawing attention to the growing, choking problem of plastic debris in our seas. TED2009 0:07:20 2/24/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 471 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/471 Richard Pyle Exploring the reef's Twilight Zone In this illuminating talk, Richard Pyle shows us thriving life on the cliffs of coral reefs and groundbreaking diving technologies he has pioneered to explore it. He and his team risk everything to reveal the secrets of undiscovered species. TED2004 0:16:48 2/25/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 472 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/472 Miru Kim Making art of New York's urban ruins At the 2008 EG Conference, artist Miru Kim talks about her work. Kim explores industrial ruins underneath New York and then photographs herself in them, nude -- to bring these massive, dangerous, hidden spaces into sharp focus. EG08 0:14:30 2/26/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 473 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/473 Evan Williams How Twitter's spectacular growth is being driven by unexpected uses In the year leading up to this talk, the web tool Twitter exploded in size (up 10x during 2008 alone). Co-founder Evan Williams reveals that many of the ideas driving that growth came from unexpected uses invented by the users themselves. TED2009 0:08:00 2/27/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 474 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/474 Brenda Laurel Why didn't girls play videogames? A TED archive gem. At TED in 1998, Brenda Laurel asks: Why are all the top-selling videogames aimed at little boys? She spent two years researching the world of girls (and shares amazing interviews and photos) to create a game that girls would love. TED1998 0:13:08 3/2/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 475 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/475 Willie Smits A 20-year tale of hope: How we re-grew a rainforest By piecing together a complex ecological puzzle, biologist Willie Smits has found a way to re-grow clearcut rainforest in Borneo, saving local orangutans -- and creating a thrilling blueprint for restoring fragile ecosystems. TED2009 0:20:42 3/3/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 476 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/476 Nalini Nadkarni Unveiling the beautiful, fragile world of rainforest treetop ecosystems A unique ecosystem of plants, birds and monkeys thrives in the treetops of the rainforest. Nalini Nadkarni explores these canopy worlds -- and shares her findings with the world below, through dance, art and bold partnerships. TED2009 0:16:30 3/4/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 477 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/477 Mike Rowe Celebrating work -- all kinds of work Mike Rowe, the host of "Dirty Jobs," tells some compelling (and horrifying) real-life job stories. Listen for his insights and observations about the nature of hard work, and how it's been unjustifiably degraded in society today. EG08 0:20:02 3/5/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 478 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/478 Eric Lewis Striking chords to rock the jazz world Eric Lewis, an astonishingly talented crossover jazz pianist -- seen by many for the first time at TED2009 -- sets fire to the keys with his shattering rendition of Evanescence's chart-topper, "Going Under." TED2009 0:10:36 3/6/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 480 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/480 Don Norman The three ways that good design makes you happy In this talk from 2003, design critic Don Norman turns his incisive eye toward beauty, fun, pleasure and emotion, as he looks at design that makes people happy. He names the three emotional cues that a well-designed product must hit to succeed. TED2003 0:12:41 3/9/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 481 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/481 Pattie Maes, Pranav Mistry Unveiling the "Sixth Sense," game-changing wearable tech This demo -- from Pattie Maes' lab at MIT, spearheaded by Pranav Mistry -- was the buzz of TED. It's a wearable device with a projector that paves the way for profound interaction with our environment. Imagine "Minority Report" and then some. TED2009 0:08:42 3/10/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 482 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/482 Aimee Mullins How my legs give me super-powers Athlete, actor and activist Aimee Mullins talks about her prosthetic legs -- she's got a dozen amazing pairs -- and the superpowers they grant her: speed, beauty, an extra 6 inches of height ... Quite simply, she redefines what the body can be. TED2009 0:09:58 3/11/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 483 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/483 Stuart Brown Why play is vital -- no matter your age A pioneer in research on play, Dr. Stuart Brown says humor, games, roughhousing, flirtation and fantasy are more than just fun. Plenty of play in childhood makes for happy, smart adults -- and keeping it up can make us smarter at any age. Art Center Design Conference 2008: Serious Play 0:26:42 3/12/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 484 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/484 Tim Berners-Lee The next Web of open, linked data 20 years ago, Tim Berners-Lee invented the World Wide Web. For his next project, he's building a web for open, linked data that could do for numbers what the Web did for words, pictures, video: unlock our data and reframe the way we use it together. TED2009 0:16:23 3/13/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 485 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/485 Dan Dennett Cute, sexy, sweet and funny -- an evolutionary riddle Why are babies cute? Why is cake sweet? Philosopher Dan Dennett has answers you wouldn't expect, as he shares evolution's counterintuitive reasoning on cute, sweet and sexy things (plus a new theory from Matthew Hurley on why jokes are funny). TED2009 0:07:45 3/16/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 487 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/487 Dan Ariely Why we think it's OK to cheat and steal (sometimes) Behavioral economist Dan Ariely studies the bugs in our moral code: the hidden reasons we think it's OK to cheat or steal (sometimes). Clever studies help make his point that we're predictably irrational -- and can be influenced in ways we can't grasp. TED2009 0:16:23 3/17/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 488 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/488 Adam Savage My quest for the dodo bird, and other obsessions At EG'08, Adam Savage talks about his fascination with the dodo bird, and how it led him on a strange and surprising double quest. It's an entertaining adventure through the mind of a creative obsessive. EG08 0:15:38 3/18/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 489 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/489 Bruce McCall Nostalgia for a future that never happened Bruce McCall paints a future that never happened -- full of flying cars, polo-playing tanks and the RMS Tyrannic, "The Biggest Thing in All the World." At Serious Play '08, he narrates a brisk and funny slideshow of his faux-nostalgic art. Art Center Design Conference 2008: Serious Play 0:13:01 3/19/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 490 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/490 Kamal Meattle How to grow your own fresh air Researcher Kamal Meattle shows how an arrangement of three common houseplants, used in specific spots in a home or office building, can result in measurably cleaner indoor air. TED2009 0:04:04 3/20/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 492 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/492 Saul Griffith Inventing a super-kite to tap the energy of high-altitude wind In this brief talk, Saul Griffith unveils the invention his new company Makani Power has been working on: giant kite turbines that create surprising amounts of clean, renewable energy. TED2009 0:05:25 3/23/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 494 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/494 Jacqueline Novogratz From a Nairobi slum, a tale of hope Jacqueline Novogratz tells a moving story of an encounter in a Nairobi slum with Jane, a former prostitute, whose dreams of escaping poverty, of becoming a doctor and of getting married were fulfilled in an unexpected way. TED2009 0:07:30 3/24/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 495 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/495 David Pogue Cool new things you can do with your mobile phone In this engaging talk from the EG'08 conference, New York Times tech columnist David Pogue rounds up some handy cell phone tools and services that can boost your productivity and lower your bills (and your blood pressure). EG08 0:27:03 3/25/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 498 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/498 John Wooden Coaching for people, not points With profound simplicity, Coach John Wooden redefines success and urges us all to pursue the best in ourselves. In this inspiring talk he shares the advice he gave his players at UCLA, quotes poetry and remembers his father's wisdom. TED2001 0:17:36 3/26/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 499 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/499 Nathan Wolfe Hunting the next killer virus Virus hunter Nathan Wolfe is outwitting the next pandemic by staying two steps ahead: discovering deadly new viruses where they first emerge -- passing from animals to humans among poor subsistence hunters in Africa -- before they claim millions of lives. TED2009 0:12:20 3/26/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 500 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/500 C.K. Williams Poetry for all seasons of life Poet C.K. Williams reads his work at TED2001. As he colors scenes of childhood resentments, college loves, odd neighbors and the literal death of youth, he reminds us of the unique challenges of living. TED2001 0:23:17 3/30/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 501 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/501 Jacek Utko Can design save the newspaper? Jacek Utko is an extraordinary Polish newspaper designer whose redesigns for papers in Eastern Europe not only win awards, but increase circulation by up to 100%. Can good design save the newspaper? It just might. TED2009 0:06:05 3/31/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 502 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/502 Ueli Gegenschatz Fulfilling the dream of flight in a high-tech wingsuit Wingsuit jumping is the leading edge of extreme sports -- an exhilarating feat of almost unbelievable daring, where skydivers soar through canyons at over 100MPH. Ueli Gegenschatz talks about how (and why) he does it, and shows jawdropping film. TED2009 0:12:13 4/1/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 503 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/503 Christopher C. Deam Restyling the classic Airstream trailer In this low-key, image-packed talk from 2002, designer Christopher C. Deam talks about his makeover of an American classic: the Airstream travel trailer. TED2002 0:06:21 4/2/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 504 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/504 P.W. Singer Military robots and the future of war In this powerful talk, P.W. Singer shows how the widespread use of robots in war is changing the realities of combat. He shows us scenarios straight out of science fiction -- that now may not be so fictitious. TED2009 0:16:05 4/3/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 506 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/506 Nathaniel Kahn My father, my architect Nathaniel Kahn shares clips from his documentary "My Architect," about his quest to understand his father, the legendary architect Louis Kahn. It's a film with meaning to anyone who seeks to understand the relationship between art and love. TED2002 0:10:27 4/6/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 507 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/507 Bruce Bueno de Mesquita Three predictions on the future of Iran, and the math to back it up Bruce Bueno de Mesquita uses mathematical analysis to predict (very often correctly) such messy human events as war, political power shifts, Intifada ... After a crisp explanation of how he does it, he offers three predictions on the future of Iran. TED2009 0:19:05 4/7/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 509 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/509 Bonnie Bassler Discovering bacteria's amazing communication system Bonnie Bassler discovered that bacteria "talk" to each other, using a chemical language that lets them coordinate defense and mount attacks. The find has stunning implications for medicine, industry -- and our understanding of ourselves. TED2009 0:18:14 4/8/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 510 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/510 Emily Levine A trickster's theory of everything Philosopher-comedian Emily Levine talks (hilariously) about science, math, society and the way everything connects. She's a brilliant trickster, poking holes in our fixed ideas and bringing hidden truths to light. Settle in and let her ping your brain. TED2002 0:22:52 4/9/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 511 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/511 Renny Gleeson Busted! The sneaky moves of anti-social smartphone users In this funny (and actually poignant) 3-minute talk, social strategist Renny Gleeson breaks down our always-on social world -- where the experience we're having right now is less interesting than what we'll tweet about it later. TED2009 0:03:46 4/10/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 512 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/512 Shai Agassi A bold plan for mass adoption of 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. TED2009 0:18:06 4/13/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 515 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/515 Gregory Stock How biotech will drive our evolution 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. TED2003 0:17:51 4/14/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 516 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/516 JoAnn Kuchera-Morin Tour the AlloSphere, a stunning new way to see scientific data JoAnn Kuchera-Morin demos the AlloSphere, an entirely new way to see and interpret scientific data, in full color and surround sound inside a massive metal sphere. Dive into the brain, feel electron spin, hear the music of the elements ... TED2009 0:06:27 4/15/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 517 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/517 Tim Ferriss How to feel like the Incredible Hulk Productivity guru Tim Ferriss' fun, encouraging anecdotes show how one simple question -- "What's the worst that could happen?" -- is all you need to learn to do anything. EG 2008 0:16:25 4/15/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 518 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/518 Matthew Childs Matthew Childs' 9 life lessons from rock climbing In this talk from TED University 2009, veteran rock climber Matthew Childs shares nine pointers for rock climbing. These handy tips bear on an effective life at sea level, too. TED2009 0:04:48 4/17/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 519 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/519 Margaret Wertheim Margaret Wertheim on the beautiful math of coral Margaret Wertheim leads a project to re-create the creatures of the coral reefs using a crochet technique invented by a mathematician -- celebrating the amazements of the reef, and deep-diving into the hyperbolic geometry underlying coral creation. TED2009 0:15:33 4/20/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 520 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/520 Niels Diffrient Niels Diffrient rethinks the way we sit down Design legend Niels Diffrient talks about his life in industrial design (and the reason he became a designer instead of a jet pilot). He details his quest to completely rethink the office chair starting from one fundamental data set: the human body. TED2002 0:17:20 4/21/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 523 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/523 Erik Hersman Erik Hersman on reporting crisis via texting At TEDU 2009, Erik Hersman presents the remarkable story of Ushahidi, a GoogleMap mashup that allowed Kenyans to report and track violence via cell phone texts following the 2008 elections, and has evolved to continue saving lives in other countries. TED2009 0:03:56 4/22/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 524 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/524 Ben Katchor Ben Katchor's comics of bygone New York In this captivating talk from the TED archive, cartoonist Ben Katchor reads from his comic strips. These perceptive, surreal stories find the profound hopes and foibles of history (and modern New York) preserved in objects like light switches and signs. TED2002 0:11:11 4/22/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 521 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/521 Nate Silver Nate Silver: Does race affect votes? Nate Silver has answers to controversial questions about race in politics: Did Obama's race hurt his votes in some places? Stats and myths collide in this fascinating talk that ends with a remarkable insight on how town planning can promote tolerance. TED2009 0:09:16 4/22/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 525 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/525 Alex Tabarrok Alex Tabarrok on how ideas trump crises The "dismal science" truly shines in this optimistic talk, as economist Alex Tabarrok argues free trade and globalization are shaping our once-divided world into a community of idea-sharing more healthy, happy and prosperous than anyone's predictions. TED2009 0:14:33 4/27/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 526 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/526 Michael Merzenich Michael Merzenich on re-wiring the brain Neuroscientist Michael Merzenich looks at one of the secrets of the brain's incredible power: its ability to actively re-wire itself. He's researching ways to harness the brain's plasticity to enhance our skills and recover lost function. TED2004 0:23:07 4/28/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 527 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/527 Sarah Jones Sarah Jones as a one-woman global village In this hilariously lively performance, actress Sarah Jones channels an opinionated elderly Jewish woman, a fast-talking Dominican college student and more, giving TED2009 just a sample of her spectacular character range. TED2009 0:21:00 4/29/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 529 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/529 Laurie Garrett Laurie Garrett on lessons from the 1918 flu In 2007, as the world worried about a possible avian flu epidemic, Laurie Garrett, author of "The Coming Plague," gave this powerful talk to a small TED University audience. Her insights from past pandemics are suddenly more relevant than ever. TED2007 0:21:05 4/30/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 531 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/531 Brian Cox Brian Cox: What went wrong at the LHC In this short talk from TED U 2009, Brian Cox shares what's new with the CERN supercollider. He covers the repairs now underway and what the future holds for the largest science experiment ever attempted. TED2009 0:03:29 5/1/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 532 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/532 Sean Gourley Sean Gourley on the mathematics of war By pulling raw data from the news and plotting it onto a graph, Sean Gourley and his team have come up with a stunning conclusion about the nature of modern war -- and perhaps a model for resolving conflicts. TED2009 0:07:19 5/4/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 533 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/533 Mae Jemison Mae Jemison on teaching arts and sciences together Mae Jemison is an astronaut, a doctor, an art collector, a dancer ... Telling stories from her own education and from her time in space, she calls on educators to teach both the arts and sciences, both intuition and logic, as one -- to create bold thinker TED2002 0:14:48 5/5/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 534 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/534 Tom Shannon Tom Shannon's anti-gravity sculpture Tom Shannon shows off his gravity-defying, otherworldly sculpture -- made of simple, earthly materials -- that floats and spins like planets on magnets and suspension wire. It's science-inspired art at its most heavenly. TED2003 0:11:55 5/5/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 535 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/535 Al Gore Al Gore warns on latest climate trends At TED2009, Al Gore presents updated slides from around the globe to make the case that worrying climate trends are even worse than scientists predicted, and to make clear his stance on "clean coal." TED2009 0:07:44 5/7/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 537 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/537 Louise Fresco Louise Fresco on feeding the whole world Louise Fresco argues that a smart approach to large-scale, industrial farming and food production will feed our planet's incoming population of nine billion. Only foods like (the scorned) supermarket white bread, she says, will nourish on a global scale. TED2009 0:18:00 5/7/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 538 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/538 Seth Godin Seth Godin on the tribes we lead Seth Godin argues the Internet has ended mass marketing and revived a human social unit from the distant past: tribes. Founded on shared ideas and values, tribes give ordinary people the power to lead and make big change. He urges us to do so. TED2009 0:17:23 5/10/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 541 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/541 Eric Lewis Eric Lewis plays chaos and harmony Eric Lewis explores the piano's expressive power as he pounds and caresses the keys (and the strings) in a performance during the 2009 TED Prize session. He plays an original song, a tribute to ocean and sky and the vision of the TED Prize winners. TED2009 0:04:54 5/12/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 540 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/540 Hans Rosling Hans Rosling on HIV: New facts and stunning data visuals Hans Rosling unveils new data visuals that untangle the complex risk factors of one of the world's deadliest (and most misunderstood) diseases: HIV. He argues that preventing transmissions -- not drug treatments -- is the key to ending the epidemic. TED2009 0:09:56 5/13/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 545 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/545 Nandan Nilekani Nandan Nilekani's ideas for India's future Nandan Nilekani, visionary CEO of outsourcing pioneer Infosys, explains four brands of ideas that will determine whether India can continue its recent breakneck progress. TED2009 0:15:12 5/14/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 544 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/544 Naturally 7 Naturally 7 beatboxes a whole band One-of-a-kind R&B group Naturally 7 beatboxes an orchestra's worth of instruments to groove through their smooth single, "Fly Baby." TED2009 0:03:56 5/15/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 547 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/547 Ray Anderson Ray Anderson on the business logic of sustainability At his carpet company, Ray Anderson has increased sales and doubled profits while turning the traditional "take / make / waste" industrial system on its head. In a gentle, understated way, he shares a powerful vision for sustainable commerce. TED2009 0:15:54 5/18/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 548 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/548 Dan Ariely Dan Ariely asks, Are we in control of our own decisions? Behavioral economist Dan Ariely, the author of Predictably Irrational, uses classic visual illusions and his own counterintuitive (and sometimes shocking) research findings to show how we're not as rational as we think when we make decisions. EG 2008 0:17:26 5/19/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 549 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/549 Mary Roach Mary Roach: 10 things you didn't know about orgasm "Bonk" author Mary Roach delves into obscure scientific research, some of it centuries old, to make 10 surprising claims about sexual climax, ranging from the bizarre to the hilarious. (This talk is aimed at adults. Viewer discretion advised.) TED2009 0:16:43 5/20/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 551 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/551 Carolyn Porco Carolyn Porco: Could a Saturn moon harbor life? Carolyn Porco shares exciting new findings from the Cassini spacecraft's recent sweep of one of Saturn's moons, Enceladus. Samples gathered from the moon's icy geysers hint that an ocean under its surface could harbor life. TED2009 0:03:29 5/21/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 552 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/552 Yves Behar Yves Behar's supercharged motorcycle design Yves Behar and Forrest North unveil Mission One, a sleek, powerful electric motorcycle. They share slides from distant (yet similar) childhoods that show how collaboration kick-started their friendship -- and shared dreams. TED2009 0:02:23 5/22/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 553 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/553 Joachim de Posada Joachim de Posada says, Don't eat the marshmallow yet In this short talk from TED U, Joachim de Posada shares a landmark experiment on delayed gratification -- and how it can predict future success. With priceless video of kids trying their hardest not to eat the marshmallow. TED2009 0:05:58 5/25/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 554 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/554 Jay Walker Jay Walker on the world's English mania Jay Walker explains why two billion people around the world are trying to learn English. He shares photos and spine-tingling audio of Chinese students rehearsing English -- "the world's second language" -- by the thousands. TED2009 0:04:34 5/27/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 555 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/555 Michelle Obama Michelle Obama's plea for education Speaking at a London girls' school, Michelle Obama makes a passionate, personal case for each student to take education seriously. It is this new, brilliant generation, she says, that will close the gap between the world as it is and the world as it should be. Best of the Web 0:12:29 5/27/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 556 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/556 Jonathan Drori Jonathan Drori: Why we're storing billions of seeds In this brief talk from TED U 2009, Jonathan Drori encourages us to save biodiversity -- one seed at a time. Reminding us that plants support human life, he shares the vision of the Millennium Seed Bank, which has stored over 3 billion seeds to date from dwindling yet essential plant species. TED2009 0:06:34 5/28/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 557 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/557 Kaki King Kaki King rocks out to "Pink Noise" Kaki King, the first female on Rolling Stone's "guitar god" list, rocks out to a full live set at TED2008, including her breakout single, "Playing with Pink Noise." Jaw-dropping virtuosity meets a guitar technique that truly stands out. TED2008 0:14:49 5/29/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 558 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/558 Liz Coleman Liz Coleman's call to reinvent liberal arts education Bennington president Liz Coleman delivers a call-to-arms for radical reform in higher education. Bucking the trend to push students toward increasingly narrow areas of study, she proposes a truly cross-disciplinary education -- one that dynamically combines all areas of study to address the great problems of our day. TED2009 0:18:38 6/1/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 560 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/560 Ray Kurzweil Ray Kurzweil: A university for the coming singularity Ray Kurzweil's latest graphs show that technology's breakneck advances will only accelerate -- recession or not. He unveils his new project, Singularity University, to study oncoming tech and guide it to benefit humanity. TED2009 0:08:41 6/2/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 561 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/561 Yann Arthus-Bertrand Yann Arthus-Bertrand captures fragile Earth in wide-angle In this image-filled talk, Yann Arthus-Bertrand displays his three most recent projects on humanity and our habitat -- stunning aerial photographs in his series "The Earth From Above," personal interviews from around the globe featured in his web project "6 billion Others," and his soon-to-be-released movie, "Home," which documents human impact on the environment through breathtaking video. TED2009 0:14:54 6/3/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 562 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/562 Felix Dennis Publisher Felix Dennis' odes to vice and consequences Media big shot Felix Dennis roars his fiery, funny, sometimes racy original poetry, revisiting haunting memories and hard-won battle scars from a madcap -- yet not too repentant -- life. Best enjoyed with a glass of wine. TED2004 0:17:24 6/5/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 563 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/563 Pete Alcorn Pete Alcorn on the world in 2200 In this short, optimistic talk from TED2009, Pete Alcorn shares a vision of the world of two centuries from now -- when declining populations and growing opportunity prove Malthus was wrong. TED2009 0:03:50 6/8/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 565 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/565 Kevin Surace Kevin Surace invents eco-friendly drywall Kevin Surace suggests we rethink basic construction materials -- such as the familiar wallboard -- to reduce the huge carbon footprint generated by the manufacturing and construction of our buildings. He introduces EcoRock, a clean, recyclable and energy-efficient drywall created by his team at Serious Materials. TED2009 0:03:19 6/9/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 566 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/566 John La Grou John La Grou plugs smart power outlets John La Grou unveils an ingenious new technology that will smarten up the electrical outlets in our homes, using microprocessors and RFID tags. The invention, Safeplug, promises to prevent deadly accidents like house fires -- and to conserve energy. TED2009 0:04:12 6/9/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 570 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/570 Nancy Etcoff Nancy Etcoff on the surprising science of happiness Cognitive researcher Nancy Etcoff looks at happiness -- the ways we try to achieve and increase it, the way it's untethered to our real circumstances, and its surprising effect on our bodies. TED2004 0:19:45 6/10/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 571 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/571 Robert Full Robert Full: Learning from the gecko's tail Biologist Robert Full studies the amazing gecko, with its supersticky feet and tenacious climbing skill. But high-speed footage reveals that the gecko's tail harbors perhaps the most surprising talents of all. TED2009 0:11:54 6/11/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 572 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/572 Richard St. John Richard St. John: "Success is a continuous journey" In his typically candid style, Richard St. John reminds us that success is not a one-way street, but a constant journey. He uses the story of his business' rise and fall to illustrate a valuable lesson -- when we stop trying, we fail. TED2009 0:03:57 6/12/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 573 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/573 Jane Poynter Jane Poynter: Life in Biosphere 2 Jane Poynter tells her story of living two years and 20 minutes in Biosphere 2 -- an experience that provoked her to explore how we might sustain life in the harshest of environments. This is the first TED talk drawn from an independently organized TEDx event, held at the University of Southern California. TEDxUSC 0:15:53 6/15/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 575 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/575 Clay Shirky Clay Shirky: How social media can make history While news from Iran streams to the world, Clay Shirky shows how Facebook, Twitter and TXTs help citizens in repressive regimes to report on real news, bypassing censors (however briefly). The end of top-down control of news is changing the nature of politics. TED@State 0:15:48 6/16/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 578 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/578 Diane Benscoter Diane Benscoter on how cults rewire the brain Diane Benscoter spent five years as a "Moonie." She shares an insider's perspective on the mind of a cult member, and proposes a new way to think about today's most troubling conflicts and extremist movements. TED2009 0:06:24 6/17/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 580 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/580 Catherine Mohr Catherine Mohr: Surgery's past, present and robotic future Surgeon and inventor Catherine Mohr tours the history of surgery (and its pre-painkiller, pre-antiseptic past), then demos some of the newest tools for surgery through tiny incisions, performed using nimble robot hands. Fascinating -- but not for the squeamish. TED2009 0:18:55 6/18/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 581 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/581 Qi Zhang Qi Zhang's electrifying organ performance Organ virtuoso Qi Zhang plays her electric rendering of "Ridiculous Fellows" from Prokofiev's "The Love for Three Oranges" orchestral suite. This exhilarating performance from TEDx USC features the Yamaha Electone Stagea, a rare, imported instrument specially programmed by Qi herself. TEDxUSC 0:03:05 6/19/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 582 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/582 Philip Zimbardo Philip Zimbardo prescribes a healthy take on time Psychologist Philip Zimbardo says happiness and success are rooted in a trait most of us disregard: the way we orient toward the past, present and future. He suggests we calibrate our outlook on time as a first step to improving our lives. TED2009 0:06:34 6/22/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 584 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/584 Paul Collier Paul Collier's new rules for rebuilding a broken nation Long conflict can wreck a country, leaving behind poverty and chaos. But what's the right way to help war-torn countries rebuild? At TED@State, Paul Collier explains the problems with current post-conflict aid plans, and suggests 3 ideas for a better approach. TED@State 0:16:34 6/24/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 585 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/585 Katherine Fulton Katherine Fulton: You are the future of philanthropy In this uplifting talk, Katherine Fulton sketches the new future of philanthropy -- one where collaboration and innovation allow regular people to do big things, even when money is scarce. Giving five practical examples of crowd-driven philanthropy, she calls for a new generation of citizen leaders. TED2007 0:12:34 6/25/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 586 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/586 Ray Zahab Ray Zahab treks to the South Pole Extreme runner Ray Zahab shares an enthusiastic account of his record-breaking trek on foot to the South Pole -- a 33-day sprint through the snow. TED2009 0:05:53 6/26/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 587 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/587 Arthur Benjamin Arthur Benjamin's formula for changing math education Someone always asks the math teacher, "Am I going to use calculus in real life?" And for most of us, says Arthur Benjamin, the answer is no. He offers a bold proposal on how to make math education relevant in the digital age. TED2009 0:02:58 6/29/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 588 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/588 Gever Tulley Gever Tulley teaches life lessons through tinkering Gever Tulley usesengaging photos and footage to demonstrate the valuable lessons kids learn at his Tinkering School. When given tools, materials and guidance, these young imaginations run wild and creative problem-solving takes over to build unique boats, bridges and even a rollercoaster! TED2009 0:04:05 6/30/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 589 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/589 Daniel Libeskind Daniel Libeskind's 17 words of architectural inspiration Daniel Libeskind builds on very big ideas. Here, he shares 17 words that underlie his vision for architecture -- raw, risky, emotional, radical -- and that offer inspiration for any bold creative pursuit. TED2009 0:18:36 7/1/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 590 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/590 Eames Demetrios The design genius of Charles + Ray Eames The legendary design team Charles and Ray Eames made films, houses and classic midcentury modern furniture. Eames Demetrios, their grandson, shows rarely seen films and archival footage in a lively, loving tribute to their creative process. TED2007 0:15:08 7/6/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 591 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/591 Tom Wujec Tom Wujec on 3 ways the brain creates meaning Information designer Tom Wujec talks through three areas of the brain that help us understand words, images, feelings, connections. In this short talk from TEDU, he asks: How can we best engage our brains to help us better understand big ideas? TED2009 0:06:26 7/7/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 592 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/592 Sophal Ear Sophal Ear: Escaping the Khmer Rouge TED Fellow Sophal Ear shares the compelling story of his family's escape from Cambodia under the rule of the Khmer Rouge. He recounts his mother's cunning and determination to save her children. TED2009 0:05:57 7/8/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 594 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/594 Kary Mullis Kary Mullis' next-gen cure for killer infections Drug-resistant bacteria kills, even in top hospitals. But now tough infections like staph and anthrax may be in for a surprise. Nobel-winning chemist Kary Mullis, who watched a friend die when powerful antibiotics failed, unveils a radical new cure that shows extraordinary promise. TED2009 0:04:35 7/9/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 598 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/598 Stewart Brand Stewart Brand proclaims 4 environmental 'heresies' The man who helped usher in the environmental movement in the 1960s and '70s has been rethinking his positions on cities, nuclear power, genetic modification and geo-engineering. This talk at the US State Department is a foretaste of his major new book, sure to provoke widespread debate. TED@State 0:16:42 7/13/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 599 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/599 Olafur Eliasson Olafur Eliasson: Playing with space and light In the spectacular large-scale projects he's famous for (such as "Waterfalls" in New York harbor), Olafur Eliasson creates art from a palette of space, distance, color and light. This idea-packed talk begins with an experiment in the nature of perception. TED2009 0:09:36 7/14/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 601 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/601 Daniel Kraft Daniel Kraft invents a better way to harvest bone marrow Daniel Kraft demos his Marrow Miner -- a new device that quickly harvests life-saving bone marrow with minimal pain to the donor. He emphasizes that the adult stem cells found in bone marrow can be used to treat many terminal conditions, from Parkinson's to heart disease. TED2009 0:04:14 7/15/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 602 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/602 Jim Fallon Jim Fallon: Exploring the mind of a killer Psychopathic killers are the basis for some must-watch TV, but what really makes them tick? Neuroscientist Jim Fallon talks about brain scans and genetic analysis that may uncover the rotten wiring in the nature (and nurture) of murderers. In a too-strange-for-fiction twist, he shares a fascinating family history that makes his work chillingly personal. TED2009 0:06:32 7/16/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 603 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/603 Nina Jablonski Nina Jablonski breaks the illusion of skin color Nina Jablonski says that differing skin colors are simply our bodies' adaptation to varied climates and levels of UV exposure. Charles Darwin disagreed with this theory, but she explains, that's because he did not have access to NASA. TED2009 0:14:48 7/17/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 604 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/604 Gordon Brown Gordon Brown: Wiring a web for global good We're at a unique moment in history, says UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown: we can use today's interconnectedness to develop our shared global ethic -- and work together to confront the challenges of poverty, security, climate change and the economy. TEDGlobal 2009 0:16:43 7/21/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 605 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/605 Alain de Botton Alain de Botton: A kinder, gentler philosophy of success Alain de Botton examines our ideas of success and failure -- and questions the assumptions underlying these two judgments. Is success always earned? Is failure? He makes an eloquent, witty case to move beyond snobbery to find true pleasure in our work. TEDGlobal 2009 0:16:51 7/28/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 606 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/606 Golan Levin Golan Levin makes art that looks back at you Golan Levin, an artist and engineer, uses modern tools -- robotics, new software, cognitive research -- to make artworks that surprise and delight. Watch as sounds become shapes, bodies create paintings, and a curious eye looks back at the curious viewer. TED2009 0:15:33 7/30/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 607 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/607 Elaine Morgan Elaine Morgan says we evolved from aquatic apes Elaine Morgan is a tenacious proponent of the aquatic ape hypothesis: the idea that humans evolved from primate ancestors who dwelt in watery habitats. Hear her spirited defense of the idea -- and her theory on why mainstream science doesn't take it seriously. TEDGlobal 2009 0:17:13 7/31/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 610 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/610 Willard Wigan Willard Wigan: Hold your breath for micro-sculpture Willard Wigan tells the story of how a difficult and lonely childhood drove him to discover his unique ability -- to create art so tiny that it can't be seen with the naked eye. His slideshow of figures, as seen through a microscope, can only be described as mind-boggling. TEDGlobal 2009 0:19:43 8/3/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 613 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/613 Michael Pritchard Michael Pritchard's water filter turns filthy water drinkable Too much of the world lacks access to clean drinking water. Engineer Michael Pritchard did something about it -- inventing the portable Lifesaver filter, which can make the most revolting water drinkable in seconds. An amazing demo from TEDGlobal 2009. TEDGlobal 2009 0:09:31 8/4/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 608 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/608 Paul Romer Paul Romer's radical idea: Charter cities How can a struggling country break out of poverty if it's trapped in a system of bad rules? Economist Paul Romer unveils a bold idea: "charter cities," city-scale administrative zones governed by a coalition of nations. (Could Guant√°namo Bay become the next Hong Kong?) TEDGlobal 2009 0:18:29 8/5/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 614 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/614 Janine Benyus Janine Benyus: Biomimicry in action Janine Benyus has a message for inventors: When solving a design problem, look to nature first. There you'll find inspired designs for making things waterproof, aerodynamic, solar-powered and more. Here she reveals dozens of new products that take their cue from nature with spectacular results. TEDGlobal 2009 0:17:42 8/6/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 615 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/615 Emmanuel Jal Emmanuel Jal: The music of a war child For five years, young Emmanuel Jal fought as a child soldier in the Sudan. Rescued by an aid worker, he's become an international hip-hop star and an activist for kids in war zones. In words and lyrics, he tells the story of his amazing life. TEDGlobal 2009 0:18:03 8/7/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 618 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/618 Dan Pink Dan Pink on the surprising science of motivation Career analyst Dan Pink examines the puzzle of motivation, starting with a fact that social scientists know but most managers don't: Traditional rewards aren't always as effective as we think. Listen for illuminating stories -- and maybe, a way forward. TEDGlobal 2009 0:18:36 8/24/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 619 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/619 Eric Giler Eric Giler demos wireless electricity Eric Giler wants to untangle our wired lives with cable-free electric power. Here, he covers what this sci-fi tech offers, and demos MIT's breakthrough version, WiTricity -- a near-to-market invention that may soon recharge your cell phone, car, pacemaker. TEDGlobal 2009 0:10:09 8/25/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 620 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/620 Hans Rosling Hans Rosling: Let my dataset change your mindset Talking at the US State Department this summer, Hans Rosling uses his fascinating data-bubble software to burst myths about the developing world. Look for new analysis on China and the post-bailout world, mixed with classic data shows. TED@State 0:19:57 8/26/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 621 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/621 Natasha Tsakos Natasha Tsakos' multimedia theatrical adventure Natasha Tsakos presents part of her one-woman, multimedia show, "Upwake." As the character Zero, she blends dream and reality with an inventive virtual world projected around her in 3D animation and electric sound. TED2009 0:14:39 8/28/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 622 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/622 Cary Fowler Cary Fowler: One seed at a time, protecting the future of food The varieties of wheat, corn and rice we grow today may not thrive in a future threatened by climate change. Cary Fowler takes us inside a vast global seed bank, buried within a frozen mountain in Norway, that stores a diverse group of food-crop for whatever tomorrow may bring. TEDGlobal 2009 0:17:08 8/31/2009
http://www.ted.com/talks/ken_robinson_says_schools_kill_creativity.html
If you want to see more TED talks but don't want to play "click the random link", here's a spreadsheet with a brief description of many of the talks:
http://spreadsheets.google.com/pub?key=pjGlYH-8AK8ffDa6o2bYlXg&gid=0
And if that spreadsheet gets taken down here's a cut/paste dump of it. Enjoy!
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/1 Al Gore 15 ways to avert a climate crisis With the same humor and humanity he exuded in An Inconvenient Truth, Al Gore spells out 15 ways that individuals can address climate change immediately, from buying a hybrid to inventing a new, hotter "brand name" for global warming. TED2006 0:16:17 6/27/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 92 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/92 Hans Rosling Debunking third-world myths with the best stats you've ever seen You've never seen data presented like this. With the drama and urgency of a sportscaster, statistics guru Hans Rosling debunks myths about the so-called "developing world." TED2006 0:19:50 6/27/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 66 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/66 Sir Ken Robinson Do schools kill creativity? Sir Ken Robinson makes an entertaining and profoundly moving case for creating an education system that nurtures (rather than undermines) creativity. TED2006 0:19:24 6/27/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 53 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/53 Majora Carter Greening the ghetto In an emotionally charged talk, MacArthur-winning activist Majora Carter details her fight for environmental justice in the South Bronx -- and shows how minority neighborhood suffer most from flawed urban policy. TED2006 0:00:00 6/27/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 7 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/7 David Pogue When it comes to tech, simplicity sells New York Times columnist David Pogue takes aim at technology's worst interface-design offenders, and provides encouraging examples of products that get it right. To funny things up, he bursts into song. TED2006 0:21:26 6/27/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 96 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/96 Tony Robbins Why we do what we do, and how we can do it better Tony Robbins discusses the "invisible forces" that motivate everyone's actions -- and high-fives Al Gore in the front row. TED2006 0:21:45 6/27/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 86 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/86 Julia Sweeney "Letting Go of God" (an excerpt) Julia Sweeney (God Said, "Ha!") performs the first 15 minutes of her 2006 solo show Letting Go of God. When two young Mormon missionaries knock on her door one day, it touches off a quest to completely rethink her own beliefs. TED2006 0:16:32 7/10/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 49 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/49 Joshua Prince-Ramus Designing the Seattle Central Library Architect Joshua Prince-Ramus takes the audience on dazzling, dizzying virtual tours of three recent projects: the Central Library in Seattle, the Museum Plaza in Louisville and the Charles Wyly Theater in Dallas. TED2006 0:19:58 7/10/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 94 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/94 Dan Dennett A secular, scientific rebuttal to Rick Warren Philosopher Dan Dennett calls for religion -- all religion -- to be taught in schools, so we can understand its nature as a natural phenomenon. Then he takes on The Purpose-Driven Life, disputing its claim that, to be moral, one must deny evolution. TED2006 0:24:45 7/18/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 71 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/71 Rick Warren Living a life of purpose Pastor Rick Warren, author of The Purpose-Driven Life, reflects on his own crisis of purpose in the wake of his book's wild success. He explains his belief that God's intention is for each of us to use our talents and influence to do good. TED2006 0:21:02 7/18/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 58 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/58 Larry Brilliant TED Prize wish: Help stop the next pandemic Accepting the 2006 TED Prize, Dr. Larry Brilliant talks about how smallpox was eradicated from the planet, and calls for a new global system that can identify and contain pandemics before they spread. TED2006 0:25:50 7/25/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 54 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/54 Cameron Sinclair TED Prize wish: Open-source architecture to house the world Accepting his 2006 TED Prize, Cameron Sinclair demonstrates how passionate designers and architects can respond to world housing crises. He unveils his TED Prize wish for a network to improve global living standards through collaborative design. TED2006 0:23:34 7/25/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 55 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/55 Jehane Noujaim TED Prize wish: Unite the world on Pangea Day, a global day of film In this hopeful talk, Jehane Noujaim unveils her 2006 TED Prize wish: to bring the world together for one day a year through the power of film. TED2006 0:25:38 7/25/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 41 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/41 Nicholas Negroponte The vision behind One Laptop Per Child Nicholas Negroponte, founder of the MIT Media Laboratory, describes how the One Laptop Per Child project will build and distribute the "$100 laptop." TED2006 0:17:37 8/1/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 65 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/65 Jeff Han Unveiling the genius of multi-touch interface design Jeff Han shows off a cheap, scalable multi-touch and pressure-sensitive computer screen interface that may spell the end of point-and-click. TED2006 0:08:47 8/1/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 45 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/45 Sirena Huang Dazzling set by 11-year-old violinist Violinist Sirena Huang gives a technically brilliant and emotionally nuanced performance. In a charming interlude, the 11-year-old praises the timeless design of her instrument. TED2006 0:24:41 8/8/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 46 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/46 Jennifer Lin Magical improv from 14-year-old pianist Pianist and composer Jennifer Lin gives a magical performance, talks about the process of creativity and improvises a moving solo piece based on a random sequence of notes. TED2004 0:24:05 8/8/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 2 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/2 Amy Smith Simple designs that could save millions of childrens' lives Fumes from indoor cooking fires kill more than 2 million children a year in the developing world. MIT engineer Amy Smith details an exciting but simple solution: a tool for turning farm waste into clean-burning charcoal. TED2006 0:15:06 8/15/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 27 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/27 Ross Lovegrove The power and beauty of organic design Designer Ross Lovegrove expounds his philosophy of "fat-free" design and offers insight into several of his extraordinary products, including the Ty Nant water bottle and the Go chair. TED2005 0:19:30 8/15/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 25 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/25 Richard Baraniuk Goodbye, textbooks; hello, open-source learning Rice University professor Richard Baraniuk explains the vision behind Connexions, his open-source, online education system. It cuts out the textbook, allowing teachers to share and modify course materials freely, anywhere in the world. TED2006 0:18:34 8/21/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 37 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/37 Jimmy Wales How a ragtag band created Wikipedia Jimmy Wales recalls how he assembled "a ragtag band of volunteers," gave them tools for collaborating and created Wikipedia, the self-organizing, self-correcting, never-finished online encyclopedia. TEDGlobal 2005 0:20:01 8/21/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 21 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/21 Mena Trott How blogs are building a friendlier world The founding mother of the blog revolution, Movable Type's Mena Trott, talks about the early days of blogging, when she realized that giving regular people the power to share our lives online is the key to building a friendlier, more connected world. TED2006 0:16:46 8/25/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 87 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/87 Ze Frank What's so funny about the Web? Performer and web toymaker Ze Frank delivers a hilarious nerdcore standup routine, then tells us what he's seriously passionate about: helping people create and interact using simple, addictive web tools. TED2004 0:18:56 8/25/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 64 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/64 Eve Ensler Finding happiness in body and soul Eve Ensler, creator of The Vagina Monologues, shares how a discussion about menopause with her friends led to talking about all sorts of sexual acts onstage, waging a global campaign to end violence toward women and finding her own happiness. TED2004 0:20:25 9/6/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 16 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/16 Helen Fisher The science of love, and the future of women Anthropologist Helen Fisher takes on a tricky topic -- love -- and explains its evolution, its biochemical foundations and its social importance. She closes with a warning about the potential disaster inherent in antidepressant abuse. TED2006 0:23:27 9/6/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 98 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/98 Richard Dawkins The universe is queerer than we can suppose Biologist Richard Dawkins makes a case for "thinking the improbable" by looking at how the human frame of reference limits our understanding of the universe. TEDGlobal 2005 0:21:56 9/12/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 47 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/47 David Deutsch What is our place in the cosmos? Legendary scientist David Deutsch puts theoretical physics on the back burner to discuss a more urgent matter: the survival of our species. The first step toward solving global warming, he says, is to admit that we have a problem. TEDGlobal 2005 0:19:00 9/12/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 20 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/20 Malcolm Gladwell What we can learn from spaghetti sauce Tipping Point author Malcolm Gladwell gets inside the food industry's pursuit of the perfect spaghetti sauce -- and makes a larger argument about the nature of choice and happiness. TED2004 0:17:30 9/19/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 29 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/29 Steven Levitt Why do crack dealers still live with their moms? Freakonomics author Steven Levitt presents new data on the finances of drug dealing. Contrary to popular myth, he says, being a street-corner crack dealer isn't lucrative: It pays below minimum wage. And your boss can kill you. TED2004 0:21:15 9/19/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 93 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/93 Barry Schwartz The paradox of choice Psychologist Barry Schwartz takes aim at a central tenet of western societies: freedom of choice. In Schwartz's estimation, choice has made us not freer but more paralyzed, not happier but more dissatisfied. TEDGlobal 2005 0:19:37 9/26/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 97 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/97 Dan Gilbert Why are we happy? Why aren't we happy? Dan Gilbert, author of Stumbling on Happiness, challenges the idea that we'll be miserable if we don't get what we want. Our "psychological immune system" lets us feel truly happy even when things don't go as planned. TED2004 0:21:16 9/26/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 12 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/12 Eva Vertes My dream about the future of medicine Eva Vertes -- only 19 when she gave this talk -- discusses her journey toward studying medicine and her drive to understand the roots of cancer and Alzheimer's. TED2005 0:18:49 10/2/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 39 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/39 Aubrey de Grey Why we age and how we can avoid it Cambridge researcher Aubrey de Grey argues that aging is merely a disease -- and a curable one at that. Humans age in seven basic ways, he says, all of which can be averted. TEDGlobal 2005 0:22:45 10/2/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 91 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/91 Jacqueline Novogratz Investing in Africa's own solutions Jacqueline Novogratz applauds the world's heightened interest in Africa and poverty, but argues persuasively for a new approach. TEDGlobal 2005 0:12:53 10/10/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 79 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/79 Iqbal Quadir The power of the mobile phone to end poverty Iqbal Quadir tells how his experiences as a kid in poor Bangladesh, and later as a banker in New York, led him to start a mobile phone operator connecting 80 million rural Bangladeshi -- and to become a champion of bottom-up development. TEDGlobal 2005 0:15:52 10/10/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 3 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/3 Ashraf Ghani How to fix broken states Ashraf Ghani's passionate and powerful 10-minute talk, emphasizing the necessity of both economic investment and design ingenuity to rebuild broken states, is followed by a conversation with TED curator Chris Anderson on the future of Afghanistan. TEDGlobal 2005 0:18:45 10/18/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 75 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/75 Sasa Vucinic Why a free press is the best investment A free press -- papers, magazines, radio, TV, blogs -- is the backbone of any true democracy (and a vital watchdog on business). Sasa Vucinic, a journalist from Belgrade, talks about his new fund, which supports media by selling "free press bonds." TEDGlobal 2005 0:18:00 10/18/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 4 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/4 Burt Rutan Entrepreneurs are the future of space flight In this passionate talk, legendary spacecraft designer Burt Rutan lambasts the US government-funded space program for stagnating and asks entrepreneurs to pick up where NASA has left off. TED2006 0:19:37 10/25/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 89 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/89 Ben Saunders Three things to know before you ski to the North Pole Arctic explorer Ben Saunders recounts his harrowing solo ski trek to the North Pole, complete with engaging anecdotes, gorgeous photos and never-before-seen video. TED2005 0:18:03 10/25/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 57 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/57 Robert Fischell TED Prize wish: Finding new cures for migraine, depression, malpractice Accepting his 2005 TED Prize, inventor Robert Fischell makes three wishes: redesigning a portable device that treats migraines, finding new cures for clinical depression and reforming the medical malpractice system. TED2005 0:26:50 10/31/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 59 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/59 Bono TED Prize wish: Join my call to action on Africa Musician and activist Bono accepts the 2005 TED Prize with a riveting talk, arguing that aid to Africa isn't just another celebrity cause; it's a global emergency. TED2005 0:27:52 10/31/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 56 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/56 Edward Burtynsky TED Prize wish: Share the story of Earth's manufactured landscapes 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. TED2005 0:34:25 10/31/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 67 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/67 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. TEDGlobal 2005 0:21:20 11/8/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 22 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/22 Michael Shermer Why people believe strange things Why do people see the Virgin Mary on a cheese sandwich or hear demonic lyrics in "Stairway to Heaven"? Using video and music, skeptic Michael Shermer shows how we convince ourselves to believe -- and overlook the facts. TED2006 0:13:25 11/8/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 19 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/19 Kevin Kelly How does technology evolve? Like we did Tech enthusiast Kevin Kelly asks "What does technology want?" and discovers that its movement toward ubiquity and complexity is much like the evolution of life. TED2005 0:20:00 11/14/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 38 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/38 Ray Kurzweil How technology's accelerating power will transform us Inventor, entrepreneur and visionary Ray Kurzweil explains in abundant, grounded detail why, by the 2020s, we will have reverse-engineered the human brain and nanobots will be operating your consciousness. TED2005 0:22:56 11/14/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 23 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/23 Peter Gabriel Fighting injustice with a videocamera Musician and activist Peter Gabriel shares his very personal motivation for standing up for human rights with the watchdog group WITNESS -- and tells stories of citizen journalists in action. TED2006 0:14:08 12/6/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 26 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/26 Rives "If I controlled the Internet" (a poem) How many poets could cram eBay, Friendster and Monster.com into 3-minute poem worthy of a standing ovation? Enjoy Rives' unique talent. TEDSalon 2006 0:04:07 12/14/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 70 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/70 Richard St. John Secrets of success in 8 words, 3 minutes Why do people succeed? Is it because they're smart? Or are they just lucky? Neither. Analyst Richard St. John condenses years of interviews into an unmissable 3-minute slideshow on the real secrets of success. TED2005 0:03:30 12/14/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 10 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/10 Dr. Dean Ornish The world now eats (and dies) like Americans Stop wringing your hands over AIDS, cancer and the avian flu. Cardiovascular disease kills more people than everything else combined -- and it's mostly preventable. Dr. Dean Ornish explains how changing our eating habits will save lives. TED2006 0:03:18 12/14/2006
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 62 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/62 Bjorn Lomborg Our priorities for saving the world Given $50 billion to spend, which would you solve first, AIDS or global warming? Danish political scientist Bjorn Lomborg comes up with surprising answers. TED2005 0:16:41 1/2/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 36 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/36 Robert Neuwirth The "shadow cities" of the future Robert Neuwirth, author of Shadow Cities, finds the world's squatter sites -- where a billion people now make their homes -- to be thriving centers of ingenuity and innovation. He takes us on a tour. TEDGlobal 2005 0:14:03 1/2/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 69 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/69 Wade Davis Cultures at the far edge of the world With stunning photos and stories, National Geographic Explorer Wade Davis celebrates the extraordinary diversity of the world's indigenous cultures, which are disappearing from the planet at an alarming rate. TED2003 0:22:01 1/9/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 34 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/34 Phil Borges Documenting our endangered cultures Photographer Phil Borges shows rarely seen images of people from the mountains of Dharamsala, India, and the jungles of the Ecuadorean Amazon. In documenting these endangered cultures, he intends to help preserve them. TED2006 0:18:35 1/9/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 42 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/42 Sir Martin Rees Earth in its final century? Speaking as both an astronomer and "a concerned member of the human race," Sir Martin Rees examines our planet and its future from a cosmic perspective. He urges action to prevent dark consequences from our scientific and technological development. TEDGlobal 2005 0:17:26 1/17/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 68 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/68 Robert Wright How cooperation (eventually) trumps conflict Author Robert Wright explains "non-zero-sumness" -- the network of linked fortunes and cooperation that has guided our evolution to this point -- and how we can use it to help save humanity today. TED2006 0:19:11 1/17/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 61 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/61 Steven Johnson A guided tour of the Ghost Map 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. TEDSalon 2006 0:10:03 1/31/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 63 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/63 Charles Leadbeater The rise of the amateur professional In this deceptively casual talk, Charles Leadbeater weaves a tight argument that innovation isn't just for professionals anymore. Passionate amateurs, using new tools, are creating products and paradigms that companies can't. TEDGlobal 2005 0:19:01 1/31/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 24 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/24 Pilobolus A performance merging dance and biology Two Pilobolus dancers perform "Symbiosis." Does it trace the birth of a relationship? Or the co-evolution of symbiotic species? Music: "God Music," George Crumb; "Fratres," Arvo Part; "Morango…Almost a Tango," Thomas Oboe Lee. TED2005 0:13:45 2/9/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 60 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/60 Anna Deavere Smith Four American characters Writer and actor Anna Deavere Smith gives life to author Studs Terkel, convict Paulette Jenkins, a Korean shopkeeper and a bull rider, excerpts from her solo show "On the Road: A Search for American Character." TED2005 0:23:05 2/9/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 48 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/48 Saul Griffith Hardware solutions to everyday problems Inventor and MacArthur fellow Saul Griffith shares some innovative ideas from his lab -- from "smart rope" to a house-sized kite for towing large loads. TED2006 0:14:29 2/19/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 90 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/90 Neil Gershenfeld The beckoning promise of personal fabrication MIT professor Neil Gershenfeld talks about his Fab Lab -- a low-cost lab that lets people build things they need using digital and analog tools. It's a simple idea with powerful results. TED2006 0:17:18 2/19/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 73 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/73 Carl Honore Slowing down in a world built for speed Journalist Carl Honore believes the Western world's emphasis on speed erodes health, productivity and quality of life. But there's a backlash brewing, as everyday people start putting the brakes on their all-too-modern lives. TEDGlobal 2005 0:19:15 2/28/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 83 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/83 E.O. Wilson TED Prize wish: Help build the Encyclopedia of Life As E.O. Wilson accepts his 2007 TED Prize, he makes a plea on behalf of all creatures that we learn more about our biosphere -- and build a networked encyclopedia of all the world's knowledge about life. TED2007 0:22:35 4/3/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 85 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/85 Bill Clinton TED Prize wish: Let's build a health care system in Rwanda Accepting the 2007 TED Prize, Bill Clinton asks for help in bringing health care to Rwanda -- and the rest of the world. TED2007 0:24:07 4/3/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 84 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/84 James Nachtwey TED Prize wish: Share a vital story with the world Accepting his 2007 TED Prize, war photographer James Nachtwey shows his life's work and asks TED to help him continue telling the story with innovative, exciting uses of news photography in the digital era. TED2007 0:21:56 4/3/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 81 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/81 Nora York "What I Want" Nora York gives a stunning performance of her song "What I Want," with Jamie Lawrence (keyboards), Steve Tarshis (guitar) and Arthur Kell (bass). TEDSalon 2006 0:04:36 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 18 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/18 Janine Benyus 12 sustainable design ideas from nature In this inspiring talk about recent developments in biomimicry, Janine Benyus provides heartening examples of ways in which nature is already influencing the products and systems we build. TED2005 0:23:19 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 40 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/40 Frans Lanting A lyrical view of life on Earth In this stunning slideshow, celebrated nature photographer Frans Lanting presents The LIFE Project, a poetic collection of photographs that tell the story of our planet, from its eruptive beginnings to its present diversity. Soundtrack by Philip Glass. TED2005 0:16:17 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 6 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/6 Craig Venter A voyage of DNA, genes and the sea Genomics pioneer Craig Venter takes a break from his epic round-the-world expedition to talk about the millions of genes his team has discovered so far in its quest to map the ocean's biodiversity. TED2005 0:16:51 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 76 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/76 Susan Savage-Rumbaugh Apes that write, start fires and play Pac-Man Savage-Rumbaugh's work with bonobo apes, which can understand spoken language and learn tasks by watching, forces the audience to rethink how much of what a species can do is determined by biology -- and how much by cultural exposure. TED2004 0:17:25 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 31 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/31 Thom Mayne Architecture is a new way to connect to the world Architect Thom Mayne has never been one to take the easy option, and this whistle-stop tour of the buildings he's created makes you glad for it. These are big ideas cast in material form. TED2005 0:20:40 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 32 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/32 Vik Muniz Art with wire, thread, sugar, chocolate Vik Muniz makes art from pretty much anything, be it shredded paper, wire, clouds or diamonds. Here he describes the thinking behind his work and takes us on a tour of his incredible images. TED2003 0:14:51 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 80 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/80 Juan Enriquez Decoding the future with genomics Scientific discoveries, futurist Juan Enriquez notes, demand a shift in code, and our ability to thrive depends on our mastery of that code. Here, he applies this notion to the field of genomics. TED2003 0:22:20 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 43 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/43 Paul Bennett Design is in the details Showing a series of inspiring, unusual and playful products, British branding and design guru Paul Bennett explains that design doesn't have to be about grand gestures, but can solve small, universal and overlooked problems. TEDGlobal 2005 0:14:10 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 5 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/5 Chris Bangle Great cars are Art American designer Chris Bangle explains his philosophy that car design is an art form in its own right, with an entertaining -- and ultimately moving -- account of the BMW Group's Deep Blue project, intended to create the SUV of the future. TED2002 0:20:04 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 44 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/44 Nick Bostrom Humanity's biggest problems aren't what you think they are Oxford philosopher and transhumanist Nick Bostrom examines the future of humankind and asks whether we might alter the fundamental nature of humanity to solve our most intrinsic problems. TEDGlobal 2005 0:16:52 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 74 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/74 Alex Steffen Inspired ideas for a sustainable future Worldchanging.com founder Alex Steffen argues that reducing humanity's ecological footprint is incredibly vital now, as the western consumer lifestyle spreads to developing countries. TEDGlobal 2005 0:17:34 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 77 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/77 Sheila Patek Measuring the fastest animal on earth Biologist Sheila Patek talks about her work measuring the feeding strike of the mantis shrimp, one of the fastest movements in the animal world, using video cameras recording at 20,000 frames per second. TED2004 0:16:25 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 9 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/9 Dean Kamen Rolling along, helping students and the third world Inventor Dean Kamen lays out his argument for the Segway and offers a peek into his next big ideas (portable energy and water purification for developing countries). TED2002 0:20:07 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 28 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/28 Seth Godin Sliced bread and other marketing delights In a world of too many options and too little time, our obvious choice is to just ignore the ordinary stuff. Marketing guru Seth Godin spells out why, when it comes to getting our attention, bad or bizarre ideas are more successful than boring ones. TED2003 0:17:01 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 35 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/35 James Watson The double helix and today's DNA mysteries Nobel laureate James Watson opens TED2005 with the frank and funny story of how he and his research partner, Francis Crick, discovered the structure of DNA. TED2005 0:20:11 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 14 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/14 Golan Levin The truly soft side of software Engineer and artist Golan Levin pushes the boundaries of what's possible with audiovisuals and technology. In an amazing TED display, he shows two programs he wrote to perform his original compositions. TED2004 0:14:53 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 11 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/11 Jane Goodall What separates us from the apes? Jane Goodall hasn't found the missing link, but she's come closer than nearly anyone else. The primatologist says the only real difference between humans and chimps is our sophisticated language. She urges us to start using it to change the world. TED2002 0:27:25 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 50 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/50 Stefan Sagmeister Yes, design can make you happy Graphic designer Stefan Sagmeister takes the audience on a whimsical journey through moments of his life that made him happy -- and notes how many of these moments have to do with good design. TED2004 0:15:30 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 78 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/78 Al Seckel Your brain is badly wired -- enjoy it! Al Seckel, a cognitive neuroscientist, explores the perceptual illusions that fool our brains. Loads of eye tricks help him prove that not only are we easily fooled, we kind of like it. TED2004 0:14:33 4/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 101 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/101 Caroline Lavelle A cello performance that casts a spell Caroline Lavelle plays the cello like a sorceress casting a spell, occasionally hiding behind her wild mane of blond hair as she sings of pastoral themes. She performs "Farther than the Sun," backed by Thomas Dolby on keyboards. TED2005 0:07:39 4/6/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 99 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/99 Jill Sobule A happy song about global warming A happy song about global warming, from Jill Sobule. TED2006 0:02:43 4/6/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 102 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/102 Dan Dennett Can we know our own minds? Philosopher Dan Dennett makes a compelling argument that not only don't we understand our own consciousness, but that half the time our brains are actively fooling us. TED2003 0:21:48 4/6/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 103 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/103 Evelyn Glennie How to listen to music with your whole body In this soaring demonstration, deaf percussionist Evelyn Glennie illustrates how listening to music involves much more than simply letting sound waves hit your eardrums. TED2003 0:32:09 4/6/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 104 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/104 William McDonough The wisdom of designing Cradle to Cradle Green-minded architect and designer William McDonough asks what our buildings and products would look like if designers took into account "all children, all species, for all time." TED2005 0:20:05 4/6/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 108 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/108 Rives A mockingbird remix of TED2006 Rives recaps the most memorable moments of TED2006 in the free-spirited rhyming verse of a fantastical mockingbird lullaby. TED2006 0:04:11 4/9/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 105 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/105 Jeff Bezos After the gold rush, there's innovation ahead The dot-com boom and bust is often compared to the Gold Rush. But Amazon.com founder Jeff Bezos says it's more like the early days of the electric industry. TED2003 0:17:11 4/9/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 110 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/110 Eddi Reader "Kiteflyer's Hill" Singer/songwriter Eddi Reader performs "Kiteflyer's Hill," a tender look back at a lost love. With Thomas Dolby on piano. TED2003 0:06:18 4/14/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 109 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/109 Eddi Reader, Thomas Dolby "What You Do With What You've Got" Singer/songwriter Eddi Reader performs "What You Do With What You've Got," a meditation on a very TED theme: how to use your gifts and talents to make a difference. With Thomas Dolby on piano. TED2003 0:05:12 4/14/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 115 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/115 Thomas Dolby, Rachelle Garniez "La Vie en Rose" Featuring the vocals and mischievous bell-playing of accordionist and singer Rachelle Garniez, the TED House Band -- led by Thomas Dolby on keyboard -- delivers this delightful rendition of the Edith Piaf standard "La Vie en Rose." TED2004 0:03:21 4/16/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 114 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/114 Tom Rielly A comic send-up of TED2006 Satirist Tom Rielly delivers a wicked parody of the 2006 TED conference, taking down the $100 laptop, the plight of the polar bear, and people who mention, one too many times, that they work at Harvard. Watch for a special moment between Tom and Al Gore. TED2006 0:19:55 4/16/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 113 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/113 Richard Dawkins An atheist's call to arms Richard Dawkins urges all atheists to openly state their position -- and to fight the incursion of the church into politics and science. A fiery, funny, powerful talk. TED2002 0:29:10 4/16/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 112 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/112 Rev. Tom Honey How could God have allowed the tsunami? In the days following the tragic South Asian tsunami of 2004, the Rev. Tom Honey pondered the question, "How could a loving God have done this?" Here is his answer. TED2005 0:19:32 4/16/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 72 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/72 Chris Anderson (Wired) Technology's Long Tail Chris Anderson, the editor of WIRED, explores the four key stages of any viable technology: setting the right price, gaining market share, displacing an established technology and, finally, becoming ubiquitous. TED2004 0:14:18 4/27/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 117 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/117 Natalie MacMaster, Thomas Dolby Fiddling in reel time Violinist Natalie MacMaster and TED Musical Director Thomas Dolby play Dolby's original song "Blue Is a River" in this ethereal duet -- with a little dancing. TED2002 0:05:11 5/1/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 118 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/118 Sergey Brin and Larry Page Inside the Google machine Google co-founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin offer a peek inside the Google machine, sharing tidbits about international search patterns, the philanthropic Google Foundation, and the company's dedication to innovation and employee happiness. TED2004 0:20:33 5/3/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 119 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/119 Stew "Black Men Ski" What happens when a black man visits Aspen? Singer/songwriter Stew and his band are about to let you know. TED2006 0:04:37 5/7/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 121 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/121 James Howard Kunstler The tragedy of suburbia In James Howard Kunstler's view, public spaces should be inspired centers of civic life and the physical manifestation of the common good. Instead, he argues, what we have in America is a nation of places not worth caring about. TED2004 0:19:44 5/12/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 122 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/122 David Kelley The future of design is human-centered 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. TED2002 0:17:00 5/15/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 123 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/123 Stewart Brand Why squatter cities are a good thing Rural villages worldwide are being deserted, as billions of people flock to cities to live in teeming squatter camps and slums. Stewart Brand says this is a good thing. Why? It'll take you 3 minutes to find out. TED2006 0:00:00 5/17/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 125 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/125 Jeff Hawkins Brain science is about to fundamentally change computing Treo creator Jeff Hawkins urges us to take a new look at the brain -- to see it not as a fast processor, but as a memory system that stores and plays back experiences to help us predict, intelligently, what will happen next. TED2003 0:20:11 5/21/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 126 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/126 Tierney Thys Swim with giant sunfish in the open ocean Marine biologist Tierney Thys asks us to step into the water to visit the world of the Mola mola, or giant ocean sunfish. Basking, eating jellyfish and getting massages, this behemoth offers clues to life in the open sea. TED2003 0:16:41 5/21/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 129 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/129 Blaise Aguera y Arcas Jaw-dropping Photosynth demo Blaise Aguera y Arcas leads a dazzling demo of Photosynth, software that could transform the way we look at digital images. Using still photos culled from the Web, Photosynth builds breathtaking dreamscapes and lets us navigate them. TED2007 0:07:30 5/27/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 128 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/128 John Doerr Seeking salvation and profit in greentech "I don't think we're going to make it," John Doerr proclaims, in an emotional talk about climate change and investment. Spurred on by his daughter, who demanded he fix the mess the world is heading for, he and his partners. TED2007 0:17:52 5/27/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 127 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/127 Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala How to help Africa? Do business there We know the negative images of Africa -- famine and disease, conflict and corruption. But, says Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, there's another, less-told story happening in many African nations: one of reform, economic growth and business opportunity. TED2007 0:20:13 5/30/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 131 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/131 Anand Agarawala BumpTop desktop is a beautiful mess Anand Agarawala presents BumpTop, a user interface that takes the usual desktop metaphor to a glorious, 3-D extreme, transforming file navigation into a freewheeling playground of crumpled documents and clipping-covered "walls." TED2007 0:04:39 6/5/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 130 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/130 Bob Thurman Becoming Buddha -- on the Web In our hyperlinked world, we can know anything, anytime. And this mass enlightenment, says Buddhist scholar Bob Thurman, is our first step toward Buddha nature. TEDSalon 2006 0:12:06 6/6/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 8 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/8 David Rockwell Building the Ground Zero viewing platform In this emotionally charged conversation with journalist Kurt Andersen, designer David Rockwell discusses the process of building a viewing platform at Ground Zero shortly after 9/11. TED2002 0:24:37 6/12/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 33 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/33 Thomas Barnett The Pentagon's new map for war and peace In this bracingly honest talk, international security strategist Thomas Barnett outlines a post-Cold War solution for the foundering U.S. military that is both sensible and breathtaking in its simplicity: Break it in two. TED2005 0:23:43 6/14/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 138 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/138 Ethel "Blue Room" The avant-garde string quartet Ethel performs the third movement from Phil Kline's four-part suite "The Blue Room and Other Stories." Searching melodic lines show off the deep, emotional musicality of these passionate players. TED2006 0:03:34 6/18/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 139 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/139 Stephen Lawler Look! Up in the sky! It's Virtual Earth! Microsoft's Stephen Lawler gives a whirlwind tour of Virtual Earth, moving up, down and through its hyper-real cityscapes with dazzlingly fluidity, a remarkable feat that requires staggering amounts of data to bring into focus. TED2007 0:06:10 6/20/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 140 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/140 Hans Rosling New insights on poverty and life around the world Researcher Hans Rosling uses his cool data tools to show how countries are pulling themselves out of poverty. He demos Dollar Street, comparing households of varying income levels worldwide. Then he does something really amazing. TED2007 0:18:57 6/25/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 141 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/141 Bill Stone Journey to the center of the Earth ... and beyond! Bill Stone, a maverick cave explorer who has plumbed Earth's deepest abysses, discusses his efforts to mine lunar ice for space fuel and to build an autonomous robot for studying Jupiter's moon Europa. TED2007 0:17:43 6/27/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 116 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/116 Dan Dennett Ants, terrorism, and the awesome power of memes Starting with the simple tale of an ant, philosopher Dan Dennett unleashes a devastating salvo of ideas, making a powerful case for the existence of memes -- concepts that are literally alive. TED2002 0:15:26 7/2/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 142 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/142 Alan Russell Why can't we grow new body parts? Alan Russell studies regenerative medicine -- a breakthrough way of thinking about disease and injury, using a process that can signal the body to rebuild itself. TED2006 0:19:25 7/4/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 144 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/144 Jonathan Harris The Web's secret stories Jonathan Harris wants to make sense of the emotional world of the Web. With deep compassion for the human condition, his projects troll the Internet to find out what we're all feeling and looking for. TED2007 0:17:10 7/8/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 143 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/143 Emily Oster What do we really know about the spread of AIDS? Emily Oster re-examines the stats on AIDS in Africa from an economic perspective and reaches a stunning conclusion: Everything we know about the spread of HIV on the continent is wrong. TED2007 0:15:34 7/12/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 148 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/148 Rives Is 4 a.m. the new midnight? Poet Rives does 8 minutes of lyrical origami, folding history into a series of coincidences surrounding that most surreal of hours, 4 o'clock in the morning. TED2007 0:09:12 7/17/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 146 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/146 Will Wright Toys that make worlds In a friendly, high-speed presentation, Will Wright demos his newest game, Spore, which promises to dazzle users even more than his previous masterpieces. TED2007 0:16:37 7/17/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 147 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/147 David Bolinsky Fantastic voyage inside a cell Medical animator David Bolinsky presents 3 minutes of stunning animation that show the bustling life inside a cell. TED2007 0:09:45 7/22/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 149 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/149 Allison Hunt How I got my new hip When Allison Hunt found out that she needed a new hip -- and that Canada's national health care system would require her to spend nearly 2 years on a waiting list (and in pain) -- she took matters into her own hands. TED2007 0:04:48 7/24/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 151 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/151 George Ayittey Cheetahs vs. Hippos for Africa's future Ghanaian economist George Ayittey unleashes a torrent of controlled anger toward corrupt leaders in Africa -- and calls on the "Cheetah generation" to take back the continent. TEDGlobal 2007 0:17:50 7/30/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 154 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/154 Euvin Naidoo Africa as an investment South African investment banker Euvin Naidoo explains why investing in Africa can make great business sense. TEDGlobal 2007 0:19:01 7/31/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 153 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/153 William Kamkwamba How I built my family a windmill When he was just 14 years old, Malawian inventor William Kamkwamba built his family an electricity-generating windmill from spare parts, working from rough plans he found in a library book. TEDGlobal 2007 0:04:12 7/31/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 152 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/152 Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Let's have a deeper discussion on aid Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the former finance minister of Nigeria, sums up four days of intense discussion on aid versus trade on the closing day of TEDGlobal 2007, and shares a personal story explaining her own commitment to this cause. TEDGlobal 2007 0:22:10 7/31/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 156 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/156 Patrick Awuah Educating a new generation of African leaders Patrick Awuah makes the case that a liberal arts education is critical to forming true leaders. TEDGlobal 2007 0:17:31 8/3/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 155 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/155 Chris Abani Learning the stories of Africa In this deeply personal talk, Nigerian writer Chris Abani says that "what we know about how to be who we are" comes from stories. He searches for the heart of Africa through its poems and narrative, including his own. TEDGlobal 2007 0:17:36 8/9/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 157 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/157 Jacqueline Novogratz Tackling poverty with "patient capital" Jacqueline Novogratz shares stories of how "patient capital" can bring sustainable jobs, goods, services -- and dignity -- to the world's poorest. TEDGlobal 2007 0:18:23 8/12/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 158 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/158 Vusi Mahlasela "Thula Mama" South African singer-songwriter Vusi Mahlasela dedicates his song, "Thula Mama," to all women -- and especially his grandmother. TEDGlobal 2007 0:10:06 8/15/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 169 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/169 Vusi Mahlasela "Woza" After Vusi Mahlasela's 3-song set at TEDGlobal, the audience wouldn't let him go. His encore, "Woza," showcases his brilliant guitar playing and multilingual lyrics. TEDGlobal 2007 0:04:59 8/21/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 170 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/170 Jeff Skoll Making movies that make change Film producer Jeff Skoll (An Inconvenient Truth) talks about his film company, Participant Productions, and the people who've inspired him to do good. TED2007 0:15:31 8/21/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 82 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/82 Dean Kamen New prosthetic arm for veterans Inventor Dean Kamen previews the prosthetic arm he's developing at the request of the US Department of Defense. His quiet commitment to using technology to solve problems -- while honoring the human spirit -- has never been more clear. TED2007 0:05:10 8/28/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 161 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/161 Erin McKean Redefining the dictionary Is the beloved paper dictionary doomed to extinction? In this infectiously exuberant talk, leading lexicographer Erin McKean looks at the many ways today's print dictionary is poised for transformation. TED2007 0:15:50 8/30/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 159 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/159 Andrew Mwenda Let's take a new look at African aid In this provocative talk, journalist Andrew Mwenda asks us to reframe the "African question" -- to look beyond the media's stories of poverty, civil war and helplessness and see the opportunities for creating wealth and happiness throughout the continent. TEDGlobal 2007 0:17:07 9/4/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 162 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/162 Theo Jansen The art of creating creatures Artist Theo Jansen demonstrates the amazingly lifelike kinetic sculptures he builds from plastic tubes and lemonade bottles. His creatures are designed to move -- and even survive -- on their own. TED2007 0:08:13 9/6/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 164 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/164 Steven Pinker The stuff of thought In an exclusive preview of his book The Stuff of Thought, Steven Pinker looks at language and how it expresses what goes on in our minds -- and how the words we choose communicate much more than we realize. TEDGlobal 2005 0:17:27 9/9/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 163 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/163 Steven Pinker A brief history of violence Steven Pinker charts the decline of violence from Biblical times to the present, and argues that, though it may seem illogical and even obscene, given Iraq and Darfur, we are living in the most peaceful time in our species' existence. TED2007 0:19:15 9/10/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 171 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/171 Deborah Scranton Scenes from "The War Tapes" Filmmaker Deborah Scranton talks about and shows clips from her documentary The War Tapes, which puts cameras in the hands of soldiers fighting in Iraq. TED2007 0:17:36 9/13/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 168 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/168 Zeresenay Alemseged Finding the origins of humanity Paleoanthropologist Zeresenay Alemseged looks for the roots of humanity in Ethiopia's badlands. Here he talks about finding the oldest skeleteon of a humanoid child -- and how Africa holds the clues to our humanity. TEDGlobal 2007 0:15:51 9/18/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 172 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/172 John Maeda Simplicity patterns The MIT Media Lab's John Maeda lives at the intersection of technology and art, a place that can get very complicated. Here he talks about paring down to basics. TED2007 0:15:59 9/20/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 167 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/167 Stephen Petranek 10 ways the world could end How might the world end? Stephen Petranek lays out the challenges that face us in the drive to preserve the human race. Will we be wiped out by an asteroid? Eco-collapse? How about a particle collider gone wild? TED2002 0:29:42 9/25/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 176 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/176 Paul MacCready Flying on solar wings Paul MacCready -- aircraft designer, environmentalist, and lifelong lover of flight -- talks about his long career. TED2003 0:21:20 9/26/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 178 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/178 Carolyn Porco Fly me to the moons of Saturn Planetary scientist Carolyn Porco shows images from the Cassini voyage to Saturn, focusing on its largest moon, Titan, and on frozen Enceladus, which seems to shoot jets of ice. TED2007 0:17:09 10/1/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 179 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/179 Kenichi Ebina Hip-hop dance and a little magic Kenichi Ebina moves his body in a manner that appears to defy the limits imposed by the human skeleton. He combines breakdancing and hip-hop with mime using movements that are simultaneously precise and fluid. TED2007 0:03:32 10/3/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 181 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/181 Richard Branson Life at 30,000 feet Richard Branson talks to TED's Chris Anderson about the ups and the downs of his career, from his multibillionaire success to his multiple near-death experiences -- and reveals some of his (very surprising) motivations. TED2007 0:29:51 10/9/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 165 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/165 Hod Lipson Robots that are "self-aware" Hod Lipson demonstrates a few of his cool little robots, which have the ability to learn, understand themselves and even self-replicate. TED2007 0:06:18 10/11/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 182 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/182 Maira Kalman The illustrated woman Author and illustrator Maira Kalman talks about her life and work, from her covers for The New Yorker to her books for children and grown-ups. She is as wonderful, as wise and as deliciously off-kilter in person as she is on paper. TED2007 0:17:30 10/16/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 190 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/190 Jan Chipchase Our cell phones, ourselves Nokia researcher Jan Chipchase's investigation into the ways we interact with technology has led him from the villages of Uganda to the insides of our pockets. He's made some unexpected discoveries along the way. TED2007 0:16:03 10/18/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 184 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/184 Vilayanur Ramachandran A journey to the center of your mind Vilayanur Ramachandran tells us what brain damage can reveal about the connection between celebral tissue and the mind, using three startling delusions as examples. TED2007 0:23:34 10/21/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 185 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/185 Eleni Gabre-Madhin Building a commodities market in Ethiopia Economist Eleni Gabre-Madhin outlines her ambitious vision to found the first commodities market in Ethiopia. Her plan would create wealth, minimize risk for farmers and turn the world's largest recipient of food aid into a regional food basket. TEDGlobal 2007 0:20:34 10/25/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 189 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/189 Sherwin Nuland My history of electroshock therapy Surgeon and author Sherwin Nuland discusses the development of electroshock therapy as a cure for severe, life-threatening depression -- including his own. It's a moving and heartfelt talk about relief, redemption and second chances. TED2003 0:22:18 10/30/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 191 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/191 Matthieu Ricard Habits of happiness What is happiness, and how can we all get some? Biochemist turned Buddhist monk Matthieu Ricard says we can train our minds in habits of well-being, to generate a true sense of serenity and fulfillment. TED2004 0:20:54 11/1/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 187 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/187 Larry Lessig How creativity is being strangled by the law Larry Lessig, the Net's most celebrated lawyer, cites John Philip Sousa, celestial copyrights and the "ASCAP cartel" in his argument for reviving our creative culture. TED2007 0:18:56 11/6/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 183 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/183 Paul Rothemund Casting spells with DNA Paul Rothemund writes code that causes DNA to arrange itself into a star, a smiley face and more. Sure, it's a stunt, but it's also a demonstration of self-assembly at the smallest of scales -- with vast implications for the future of making things. TED2007 0:04:59 11/8/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 192 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/192 David Keith A surprising idea for "solving" climate change Environmental scientist David Keith proposes a cheap, effective, shocking means to address climate change: What if we injected a huge cloud of ash into the atmosphere to deflect sunlight and heat? TEDSalon 2007:Hot Science 0:15:58 11/13/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 193 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/193 Juan Enriquez Why can't we grow new energy? Juan Enriquez challenges our definition of bioenergy. Oil, coal, gas and other hydrocarbons are not chemical but biological products, based on plant matter -- and thus, growable. Our whole approach to fuel, he argues, needs to change. TEDSalon 2007:Hot Science 0:18:10 11/15/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 177 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/177 Larry Brilliant The case for informed optimism We've known about global warming for 50 years and done little about it, says Google.org director Larry Brilliant. In spite of this and other depressing trends, he's optimistic and tells us why. From Skoll World Forum, Oxford, UK, www.skollfoundation.org Skoll World Forum 2007 0:21:01 11/21/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 195 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/195 Robert Full Secrets of movement, from geckos and roaches Biologist Robert Full shares slo-mo video of some captivating critters. Take a closer look at the spiny legs that allow cockroaches to scuttle across mesh and the nanobristle-packed feet that let geckos to run straight up walls. TED2005 0:19:24 11/27/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 198 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/198 Ron Eglash African fractals, in buildings and braids I am a mathematician, and I would like to stand on your roof.' That is how Ron Eglash greeted many African families he met while researching the fractal patterns he'd noticed in villages across the continent. TEDGlobal 2007 0:16:57 11/29/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 197 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/197 Philippe Starck Why design? Designer Philippe Starck -- with no pretty slides to show -- spends 18 minutes reaching for the very roots of the question "Why design?" Listen carefully for one perfect mantra for all of us, genius or not. TED2007 0:17:06 12/4/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 194 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/194 Murray Gell-Mann Beauty and truth in physics Armed with a sense of humor and laypeople's terms, Nobel winner Murray Gell-Mann drops some knowledge on TEDsters about particle physics, asking questions like, Are elegant equations more likely to be right than inelegant ones? TED2007 0:16:02 12/6/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 51 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/51 Amory Lovins We must win the oil endgame In this energizing talk, Amory Lovins lays out his simple plan for weaning the US off oil and revitalizing the economy. TED2005 0:19:44 12/11/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 199 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/199 Arthur Benjamin Lightning calculation and other "Mathemagic" In a lively show, mathemagician Arthur Benjamin races a team of calculators to figure out 3-digit squares, solves another massive mental equation and guesses a few birthdays. How does he do it? He'll tell you. TED2005 0:15:14 12/13/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 200 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/200 Daniel Goleman Why aren't we all Good Samaritans? Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence, asks why we aren't more compassionate more of the time. TED2007 0:13:13 12/18/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 201 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/201 Lakshmi Pratury The lost art of letter-writing Lakshmi Pratury remembers the lost art of letter-writing and shares a series of notes her father wrote to her before he died. Her short but heartfelt talk may inspire you to set pen to paper, too. TED2007 0:04:09 12/20/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 202 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/202 Gever Tulley 5 dangerous things you should let your kids do Gever Tulley, founder of the Tinkering School, spells out 5 dangerous things you should let your kids do. From TED University 2007. TED2007 0:09:18 12/21/2007
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 204 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/204 Isabel Allende Tales of passion Author and activist Isabel Allende discusses women, creativity, the definition of feminism -- and, of course, passion -- in this talk. TED2007 0:17:56 1/3/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 203 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/203 Yossi Vardi Help fight local warming Investor and prankster Yossi Vardi delivers a careful lecture on the dangers of blogging. Specifically, for men. TED2007 0:06:15 1/4/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 145 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/145 Deborah Gordon How do ants know what to do? With a dusty backhoe, a handful of Japanese paint markers and a few students in tow, Deborah Gordon digs up ant colonies in the Arizona desert in search of keys to understanding complex systems. TED2003 0:20:31 1/8/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 205 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/205 J.J. Abrams The mystery box J.J. Abrams traces his love for the unseen mystery -- a passion that's evident in his films and TV shows, including Cloverfield, Lost and Alias -- back to its magical beginnings. TED2007 0:18:02 1/10/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 206 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/206 David Gallo Underwater astonishments David Gallo shows jaw-dropping footage of amazing sea creatures, including a color-shifting cuttlefish, a perfectly camouflaged octopus, and a Times Square's worth of neon light displays from fish who live in the blackest depths of the ocean. TED2007 0:05:27 1/11/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 207 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/207 Paola Antonelli Treating design as art Paola Antonelli, design curator at New York's Museum of Modern Art, wants to spread her appreciation of design -- in all shapes and forms -- around the world. TED2007 0:18:17 1/15/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 13 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/13 Frank Gehry Nice building. Then what? In a wildly entertaining discussion with Richard Saul Wurman, architect Frank Gehry gives TEDsters his take on the power of failure, his recent buildings, and the all-important "Then what?" factor. TED2002 0:22:00 1/17/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 188 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/188 Raul Midon "All the Answers" and "Tembererana" Singer/guitarist Raul Midon performs "All the Answers" in a world premiere at TED2007, followed by the sprightly "Tembererana." TED2007 0:10:40 1/18/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 209 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/209 Bill Strickland Rebuilding America, one slide show at a time Bill Strickland tells a quiet and astonishing tale of redemption through arts, music, and unlikely partnerships. TED2002 0:35:28 1/20/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 208 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/208 Ben Dunlap The story of a passionate life Wofford College president Ben Dunlap tells the story of Sandor Teszler, a Hungarian Holocaust survivor who taught him about passionate living and lifelong learning. TED2007 0:19:08 1/23/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 196 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/196 David Pogue A 4-minute medley on the music wars New York Times tech columnist David Pogue performs a satirical mini-medley about iTunes and the downloading wars, borrowing a few notes from Sonny and Cher and the Village People. TED2007 0:04:12 1/24/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 210 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/210 Alison Jackson A surprising look at celebrity By making photographs that seem to show our favorite celebs (Diana, Elton John) doing what we really, secretly, want to see them doing, Alison Jackson explores our desire to get personal with celebs. Contains graphic images. TEDGlobal 2005 0:17:36 1/28/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 211 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/211 Chris Anderson (TED) A vision for TED When Curator Chris Anderson gave this talk in 2002, TED's future was hanging in the balance. Here, he attempts to persuade TEDsters that his vision for turning his for-profit conference into a nonprofit event would work. It did. TED2002 0:12:55 1/30/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 212 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/212 Robin Chase Getting cars off the road and data into the skies Robin Chase founded Zipcar, the world's biggest car-sharing business. That was one of her smaller ideas. Here she travels much farther, contemplating road-pricing schemes that will shake up our driving habits and a mesh network vast as the Interstate. TED2007 0:13:39 1/31/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 213 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/213 Jaime Lerner Sing a song of sustainable cities Jaime Lerner reinvented urban space in his native Curitiba, Brazil. Along the way, he changed the way city planners worldwide see what's possible in the metropolitan landscape. TED2007 0:15:43 2/4/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 215 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/215 David Macaulay All roads lead to Rome Antics David Macaulay relives the winding and sometimes surreal journey toward the completion of Rome Antics, his illustrated homage to the historic city. TED2002 0:21:35 2/6/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 214 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/214 Michael Pollan The omnivore's next dilemma What if human consciousness isn't the end-all and be-all of Darwinism? What if we are all just pawns in corn's clever strategy game to rule the Earth? Author Michael Pollan asks us to see the world from a plant's-eye view. TED2007 0:17:25 2/7/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 216 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/216 Howard Rheingold Way-new collaboration Howard Rheingold talks about the coming world of collaboration, participatory media and collective action -- and how Wikipedia is really an outgrowth of our natural human instinct to work as a group. TED2005 0:19:31 2/11/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 218 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/218 Pamelia Kurstin Theremin, the untouchable music Virtuoso Pamelia Kurstin performs and discusses her theremin, the not-just-for-sci-fi electronic instrument that is played without being touched. Songs include "Autumn Leaves," "Lush Life" and David Mash's "Listen, Words Are Gone." TED2002 0:19:11 2/13/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 221 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/221 George Dyson Let's take a nuclear-powered rocket to Saturn Author George Dyson spins the story of Project Orion, a massive, nuclear-powered spacecraft that could have taken us to Saturn in five years. His insider's perspective and a secret cache of documents bring an Atomic Age dream to life. TED2002 0:08:38 2/14/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 219 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/219 Moshe Safdie What makes a building unique? Looking back over his long career, architect Moshe Safdie delves into four of his design projects and explains how he labored to make each one truly unique for its site and its users. TED2002 0:17:46 2/18/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 222 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/222 Jill Sobule, Julia Sweeney The Jill and Julia Show Two TED favorites, Jill Sobule and Julia Sweeney, team up for a delightful set that mixes witty songwriting with a little bit of social commentary. TED2007 0:06:14 2/20/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 223 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/223 Raspyni Brothers Welcome to Vaudeville 2.0 Illustrious jugglers the Raspyni Brothers show off their uncanny balance, agility, coordination and willingness to sacrifice (others). Now, if you'll just stand completely still... TED2002 0:15:27 2/22/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 220 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/220 Joseph Lekuton A parable for Kenya Joseph Lekuton, a member of parliament in Kenya, starts with the story of his remarkable education, then offers a parable of how Africa can grow. His message of hope has never been more relevant. TEDGlobal 2007 0:05:26 2/25/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 225 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/225 Steve Jurvetson The joy of rockets Moneyman Steve Jurvetson takes TEDsters inside his awesome hobby -- launching model rockets -- by sharing some gorgeous photos, his infectious glee and just a whiff of danger. TED2007 0:03:22 2/27/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 224 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/224 Roy Gould, Curtis Wong WorldWide Telescope Educator Roy Gould and researcher Curtis Wong show a sneak preview of Microsoft's WorldWide Telescope, which compiles images from telescopes and satellites to build a comprehensive, interactive view of our universe. TED2008 0:06:48 2/27/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 228 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/228 Alan Kay A powerful idea about teaching ideas With all the intensity and brilliance for which he is known, Alan Kay envisions better techniques for teaching kids by using computers to illustrate experience in ways -- mathematically and scientifically -- that only computers can. TED2007 0:20:37 3/4/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 227 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/227 Craig Venter On the verge of creating synthetic life "Can we create new life out of our digital universe?" Craig Venter asks. His answer is "yes" -- and pretty soon. He walks through his latest research and promises that we'll soon be able to build and boot up a synthetic chromosome. TED2008 0:15:54 3/6/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 230 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/230 Nicholas Negroponte From 1984, 4 predictions about the future (3 of them correct) With surprising accuracy, Nicholas Negroponte predicts what will happen with CD-ROMs, web interfaces, service kiosks, the touchscreen interface of the iPhone and his own One Laptop per Child project. TED1(1984) 0:25:23 3/11/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 229 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/229 Jill Bolte Taylor My stroke of insight Jill Bolte Taylor got a research opportunity few brain scientists would wish for: She had a massive stroke, and watched as her brain functions -- motion, speech, self-awareness -- shut down one by one. An astonishing story. TED2008 0:18:44 3/12/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 231 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/231 Frank Gehry From 1990, defending a vision for architecture Before he was a legend, architect Frank Gehry takes a whistlestop tour of his early work, from his house in Venice Beach to the American Center in Paris, which was under construction (and much on his mind) when he gave this talk. N/A 0:44:38 3/13/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 233 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/233 Dave Eggers 2008 TED Prize wish: Once Upon a School Accepting his 2008 TED Prize, author Dave Eggers asks the TED community to personally, creatively engage with local public schools. With spellbinding eagerness, he talks about how his 826 Valencia tutoring center inspired others around the world to open TED2008 0:25:35 3/18/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 234 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/234 Karen Armstrong 2008 TED Prize wish: Charter for Compassion People want to be religious, says scholar Karen Armstrong; we should act to help make religion a force for harmony. She asks the TED community to help her build a Charter for Compassion -- to help restore the Golden Rule as the central global religious do TED2008 0:21:28 3/19/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 232 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/232 Neil Turok 2008 TED Prize wish: An African Einstein Accepting his 2008 TED Prize, physicist Neil Turok speaks out for talented young Africans starved of opportunity: by unlocking and nurturing the continent's creative potential, we can create a change in Africa's future. TED2008 0:24:50 3/20/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 174 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/174 Norman Foster Building on the green agenda Architect Norman Foster discusses his own work to show how computers can help architects design buildings that are green, beautiful and "basically pollution-free." From the 2007 DLD Conference, Munich; www.dld-conference.com DLD 2007 0:31:57 3/24/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 236 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/236 Christopher deCharms Looking inside the brain in real time Neuroscientist and inventor Christopher deCharms demonstrates a new way to use fMRI to show brain activity -- thoughts, emotions, pain -- while it is happening. In other words, you can actually see how you feel. TED2008 0:04:02 3/24/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 237 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/237 Clifford Stoll 18 minutes with an agile mind Clifford Stoll captivates his audience with a wildly energetic sprinkling of anecdotes, observations, asides -- and even a science experiment. After all, by his own definition, he's a scientist: "Once I do something, I want to do something else." TED2006 0:17:57 3/26/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 186 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/186 Rokia Traore "M'Bifo" Rokia Traore sings the moving "M'Bifo," accompanied on the n'goni, a lute-like Malian stringed instrument with a soulful timbre. A quietly mesmerizing performance. TEDGlobal 2007 0:06:59 3/27/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 235 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/235 Siegfried Woldhek The true face of Leonardo Da Vinci? Mona Lisa is one of the best-known faces on the planet. But would you recognize an image of Leonardo da Vinci? Illustrator Siegfried Woldhek uses some thoughtful image-analysis techniques to find what he believes is the true face of Leonardo. TED2008 0:04:24 4/1/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 239 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/239 David Hoffman Catch Sputnik mania! Filmmaker David Hoffman shares footage from his feature-length documentary Sputnik Mania, which shows how the Soviet Union's launch of Sputnik in 1957 led to both the space race and the arms race -- and jump-started science and math education around the w TED2007 0:03:50 4/2/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 241 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/241 Jakob Trollback Rethinking the music video What would a music video look like if it were directed by the music, purely as an expression of a great song, rather than driven by a filmmaker's concept? Designer Jakob Trollback shares the results of his experiment in the form. TED2007 0:04:00 4/3/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 242 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/242 Stephen Hawking Asking big questions about the universe In keeping with the theme of TED2008, professor Stephen Hawking asks some Big Questions about our universe -- How did the universe begin? How did life begin? Are we alone? -- and discusses how we might go about answering them. TED2008 0:10:12 4/4/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 243 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/243 Al Gore New thinking on the climate crisis In this brand-new slideshow (premiering on TED.com), Al Gore presents evidence that the pace of climate change may be even worse than scientists recently predicted. He challenges us to act. TED2008 0:27:54 4/8/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 244 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/244 Paul Koontz Tourist snapshots from North Korea While on vacation in Asia in 2007, Paul Koontz got the rare chance to spend a few days in North Korea as a tourist. He brought along his kids and his camera. In this talk, he shares his experiences, from quotidian details to grand spectacle. TED2007 0:06:23 4/9/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 245 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/245 Johnny Lee Creating tech marvels out of a $40 Wii Remote Building sophisticated educational tools out of cheap parts, Johnny Lee demos his cool Wii Remote hacks, which turn the $40 video game controller into a digital whiteboard, a touchscreen and a head-mounted 3-D viewer. TED2008 0:05:40 4/11/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 246 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/246 Tod Machover, Dan Ellsey Releasing the music in your head Tod Machover of MIT's Media Lab is devoted to extending musical expression to everyone, from virtuosos to amateurs, and in the most diverse forms, from opera to video games. He and composer Dan Ellsey shed light on what's next. TED2008 0:20:41 4/15/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 247 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/247 Yochai Benkler Open-source economics Yochai Benkler explains how collaborative projects like Wikipedia and Linux represent the next stage of human organization. TEDGlobal 2005 0:17:52 4/16/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 249 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/249 Ernest Madu Bringing world-class health care to the poorest Dr. Ernest Madu runs the Heart Institute of the Caribbean in Kingston, Jamaica, where he proves that -- with careful design, smart technical choices, and a true desire to serve -- it's possible to offer world-class healthcare in the developing world. TEDGlobal 2005 0:16:43 4/17/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 251 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/251 Brian Greene The universe on a string Physicist Brian Greene explains superstring theory, the idea that minscule strands of energy vibrating in 11 dimensions create every particle and force in the universe. TED2005 0:19:06 4/22/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 250 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/250 Amy Tan Where does creativity hide? Novelist Amy Tan digs deep into the creative process, looking for hints of how hers evolved. TED2008 0:22:52 4/22/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 253 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/253 Brian Cox An inside tour of the world's biggest supercollider "Rock-star physicist" Brian Cox talks about his work on the Large Hadron Collider at CERN. Discussing the biggest of big science in an engaging, accessible way, Cox brings us along on a tour of the massive project. TED2008 0:14:59 4/29/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 254 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/254 They Might Be Giants Wake up! It's They Might Be Giants In a very, very early-morning set, They Might Be Giants rock the final day of TED2007. TED2007 0:17:21 4/29/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 255 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/255 Hector Ruiz The power to connect the world Hector Ruiz, the executive chair of AMD, wants to give Internet access to everyone. In this talk, he shares his extraordinary life story and describes AMD's 50x15 initiative that calls for connecting 50 percent of the world by 2015. TEDGlobal 2007 0:19:57 5/1/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 258 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/258 Paul Stamets 6 ways mushrooms can save the world Mycologist Paul Stamets lists 6 ways the mycelium fungus can help save the universe: cleaning polluted soil, making insecticides, treating smallpox and even flu ... Read more. TED2008 0:17:44 5/6/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 259 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/259 Paul Ewald Can we domesticate germs? Evolutionary biologist Paul Ewald drags us into the sewer to discuss germs. Why are some more harmful than others? How could we make the harmful ones benign? Searching for answers, he examines a disgusting, fascinating case: diarrhea. TED2007 0:17:51 5/7/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 260 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/260 Michael Moschen Juggling rhythm and motion Michael Moschen puts on a quietly mesmerizing show of juggling. Don't think juggling is an art? You might just change your mind after watching Moschen in motion. TED2002 0:37:02 5/8/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 261 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/261 Joshua Klein The amazing intelligence of crows Hacker and writer Joshua Klein is fascinated by crows. (Notice the gleam of intelligence in their little black eyes?) After a long amateur study of corvid behavior, he's come up with an elegant machine that may form a new bond between animal and human. TED2008 0:10:06 5/13/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 248 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/248 Alisa Miller Why we know less than ever about the world Alisa Miller, head of Public Radio International, talks about why -- though we want to know more about the world than ever -- the US media is actually showing less. Eye-opening stats and graphs. TED2008 0:04:29 5/14/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 263 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/263 Mark Bittman What's wrong with what we eat In this fiery and funny talk, New York Times food writer Mark Bittman weighs in on what's wrong with the way we eat now (too much meat, too few plants; too much fast food, too little home cooking), and why it's putting the entire planet at risk. EG07 0:20:08 5/15/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 264 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/264 Robert Ballard Exploring the ocean's hidden worlds Ocean explorer Robert Ballard takes us on a mindbending trip to hidden worlds underwater, where he and other researchers are finding unexpected life, resources, even new mountains. He makes a case for serious exploration and mapping. Google Ocean, anyone? TED2008 0:18:19 5/20/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 266 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/266 Yves Behar Creating objects that tell stories Designer Yves Behar digs up his creative roots to discuss some of the iconic objects he's created (the Leaf lamp, the Jawbone headset). Then he turns to the witty, surprising, elegant objects he's working on now -- including the "$100 laptop." TED2008 0:17:43 5/21/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 268 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/268 Seyi Oyesola Rich hospital, poor hospital Dr. Seyi Oyesola takes a searing look at health care in underdeveloped countries. His photo tour of a Nigerian teaching hospital -- all low-tech hacks and donated supplies -- drives home the challenge of doing basic health care there. TEDGlobal 2007 0:14:23 5/27/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 267 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/267 Arthur Ganson Sculpture that's truly moving Sculptor and engineer Arthur Ganson talks about his work -- kinetic art that explores deep philosophical ideas and is gee-whiz fun to look at. TED2002 0:15:44 5/27/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 270 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/270 Paul Collier 4 ways to improve the lives of the "bottom billion" Around the world right now, one billion people are trapped in poor or failing countries. How can we help them? Economist Paul Collier lays out a bold, compassionate plan for closing the gap between rich and poor. TED2008 0:16:51 5/28/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 269 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/269 Susan Blackmore Memes and "temes" Susan Blackmore studies memes: ideas that replicate themselves from brain to brain like a virus. She makes a bold new argument: Humanity has spawned a new kind of meme, the teme, which spreads itself via technology -- and invents ways to keep itself alive TED2008 0:19:28 6/3/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 271 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/271 Nathan Myhrvold A life of fascinations Nathan Myhrvold talks about a few of his latest fascinations -- animal photography, archeology, BBQ and generally being an eccentric genius multimillionaire. Listen for wild stories from the (somewhat raunchy) edge of the animal world. TED2007 0:17:14 6/4/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 265 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/265 Rokia Traore "Kounandi" Singer-songwriter Rokia Traore performs "Kounandi," a breathtaking song that blends Malian instruments with a modern, heartfelt vocal. Note: This song is not available for download. TEDGlobal 2007 0:06:26 6/5/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 273 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/273 Wade Davis The worldwide web of belief and ritual Anthropologist Wade Davis muses on the worldwide web of belief and ritual that makes us human. He shares breathtaking photos and stories of the Elder Brothers, a group of Sierra Nevada indians whose spiritual practice holds the world in balance. TED2008 0:19:12 6/10/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 276 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/276 Murray Gell-Mann Do all languages have a common ancestor? After speaking at TED2007 on elegance in physics, the amazing Murray Gell-Mann gives a quick overview of another passionate interest: finding the common ancestry of our modern languages. TED2007 0:02:15 6/11/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 279 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/279 Chris Jordan Picturing excess Artist Chris Jordan shows us an arresting view of what Western culture looks like. His supersized images picture some almost unimaginable statistics -- like the astonishing number of paper cups we use every single day. TED2008 0:11:14 6/15/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 278 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/278 George Dyson The birth of the computer Historian George Dyson tells stories from the birth of the modern computer -- from its 16th-century origins to the hilarious notebooks of some early computer engineers. TED2003 0:17:18 6/15/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 252 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/252 Dr. Dean Ornish Your genes are not your fate Dean Ornish shares new research that shows how adopting healthy lifestyle habits can affect a person at a genetic level. For instance, he says, when you live healthier, eat better, exercise, and love more, your brain cells actually increase. TED2008 0:03:12 6/16/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 280 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/280 Robert Full How engineers learn from evolution Insects and animals have evolved some amazing skills -- but, as Robert Full notes, many animals are actually over-engineered. The trick is to copy only what's necessary. He shows how human engineers can learn from animals' tricks. TED2002 0:20:22 6/19/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 285 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/285 Adam Grosser A new vision for refrigeration Adam Grosser talks about a project to build a refrigerator that works without electricity -- to bring the vital tool to villages and clinics worldwide. Tweaking some old technology, he's come up with a system that works. TED2007 0:03:31 6/23/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 30 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/30 Steven Levitt Are children's carseats necessary? Steven Levitt shares data that shows car seats are no more effective than seatbelts in protecting kids from dying in cars. However, during the Q&A, he makes one crucial caveat. TEDGlobal 2005 0:18:58 6/24/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 286 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/286 Benjamin Zander Classical music with shining eyes Benjamin Zander has two infectious passions: classical music, and helping us all realize our untapped love for it -- and by extension, our untapped love for all new possibilities, new experiences, new connections. TED2008 0:20:43 6/25/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 288 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/288 Nicholas Negroponte One Laptop per Child, two years on Nicholas Negroponte talks about how One Laptop per Child is doing, two years in. Speaking at the EG conference while the first XO laptops roll off the production line, he recaps the controversies and recommits to the goals of this far-reaching project. TED2008 0:16:40 6/26/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 287 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/287 Nellie McKay "Clonie" Singer-songwriter Nellie McKay performs the semi-serious song "Clonie" -- about creating the ultimate companion. TED2008 0:02:20 6/27/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 290 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/290 Sxip Shirey, Rachelle Garniez Breath, music, passion Composer Sxip Shirey makes music from the simple, dramatic act of breathing -- alone and together. Open your ears to a passionate 3 minutes. TED2008 0:03:06 6/30/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 292 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/292 Peter Diamandis Stephen Hawking hits zero g X Prize founder Peter Diamandis talks about how he helped Stephen Hawking fulfill his dream of going to space -- by flying together into the upper atmosphere and experiencing weightlessness at zero g. TED2008 0:04:01 6/30/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 297 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/297 Rick Smolan A girl, a photograph, a homecoming Photographer Rick Smolan tells the unforgettable story of a young Amerasian girl, a fateful photograph, and an adoption saga with a twist. EG07 0:25:07 7/2/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 298 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/298 Raul Midon "Everybody" and "Peace on Earth" Guitarist and singer Raul Midon plays "Everybody" and "Peace on Earth" during his 2007 set at TED. TED2007 0:09:19 7/3/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 299 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/299 Corneille Ewango A hero of the Congo Basin forest Botanist Corneille Ewango talks about his work at the Okapi Faunal Reserve in the Congo Basin -- and his heroic work protecting it from poachers, miners and raging civil wars. TEDGlobal 2007 0:18:18 7/7/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 300 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/300 Torsten Reil Using biology to make better animation Torsten Reil talks about how the study of biology can help make natural-looking animated people -- by building a human from the inside out, with bones, muscles and a nervous system. He spoke at TED in 2003; see his work now in GTA4. TED2003 0:18:20 7/8/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 282 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/282 David Hoffman How would you feel if you lost everything? Nine days before TED2008, filmmaker David Hoffman lost almost everything he owned in a fire that destroyed his home, office and 30 years of passionate collecting. He looks back at a life that's been wiped clean in an instant -- and looks forward. TED2008 0:04:00 7/9/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 274 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/274 Clay Shirky Institutions vs. collaboration In this prescient 2005 talk, Clay Shirky shows how closed groups and companies will give way to looser networks where small contributors have big roles and fluid cooperation replaces rigid planning. TEDGlobal 2005 0:20:46 7/10/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 296 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/296 Nellie McKay "Mother of Pearl" and "If I Had You" The wonderful Nellie McKay sings "Mother of Pearl" (with the immortal first line "Feminists don't have a sense of humor") and "If I Had You" from her sparkling set at TED2008. TED2008 0:05:34 7/11/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 306 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/306 Freeman Dyson Let's look for life in the outer solar system Physicist Freeman Dyson suggests that we start looking for life on the moons of Jupiter and out past Neptune, in the Kuiper belt and the Oort cloud. He talks about what such life would be like -- and how we might find it. TED2003 0:19:11 7/14/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 307 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/307 Helen Fisher The brain in love Why do we crave love so much, even to the point that we would die for it? To learn more about our very real, very physical need for romantic love, Helen Fisher and her research team took MRIs of people in love -- and people who had just been dumped. TED2008 0:15:56 7/15/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 308 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/308 Billy Graham Technology, faith and human shortcomings Speaking at TED in 1998, Rev. Billy Graham marvels at technology's power to improve lives and change the world -- but says the end of evil, suffering and death will come only after the world accepts Christ. A legendary talk from TED's archives. TED1998 0:26:20 7/16/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 301 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/301 A.J. Jacobs My year of living biblically Speaking at the most recent EG conference, author, philosopher, prankster and journalist A.J. Jacobs talks about the year he spent living biblically -- following the rules in the Bible as literally as possible. EG07 0:17:40 7/17/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 310 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/310 Keith Barry Brain magic First, Keith Barry shows us how our brains can fool our bodies -- in a trick that works via podcast too. Then he involves the audience in some jaw-dropping (and even a bit dangerous) feats of brain magic. TED2004 0:19:49 7/18/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 313 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/313 Marisa Fick-Jordan The wonders of Zulu wire art In this short, image-packed talk, Marisa Fick-Jordan talks about how a village of traditional Zulu wire weavers built a worldwide market for their dazzling work. TEDGlobal 2007 0:02:33 7/21/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 312 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/312 Martin Seligman What positive psychology can help you become Martin Seligman talks about psychology -- as a field of study and as it works one-on-one with each patient and each practitioner. As it moves beyond a focus on disease, what can modern psychology help us to become? TED2004 0:23:42 7/21/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 294 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/294 Chris Abani Telling stories of our shared humanity Chris Abani tells stories of people: People standing up to soldiers. People being compassionate. People being human and reclaiming their humanity. It's "ubuntu," he says: the only way for me to be human is for you to reflect my humanity back at me. TED2008 0:16:14 7/22/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 315 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/315 Louise Leakey Digging for humanity's origins Louise Leakey asks, "Who are we?" The question takes her to the Rift Valley in Eastern Africa, where she digs for the evolutionary origins of humankind -- and suggests a stunning new vision of our competing ancestors. TED2008 0:15:36 7/23/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 316 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/316 Jonathan Harris The art of collecting stories At the EG conference in December 2007, artist Jonathan Harris discusses his latest projects, which involve collecting stories: his own, strangers', and stories collected from the Internet, including his amazing "We Feel Fine." TED2007 0:20:29 7/24/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 318 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/318 Reed Kroloff Architecture, modern and romantic Reed Kroloff gives us a new lens for judging new architecture: is it modern, or is it romantic? Look for glorious images from two leading practices -- and a blistering critique of the 9/11 planning process. TED2003 0:15:21 7/28/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 319 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/319 Kevin Kelly Predicting the next 5,000 days of the web At the 2007 EG conference, Kevin Kelly shares a fun stat: The World Wide Web, as we know it, is only 5,000 days old. Now, Kelly asks, how can we predict what's coming in the next 5,000 days? EG07 0:19:34 7/28/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 321 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/321 Robert Lang Idea + square = origami Robert Lang is a pioneer of the newest kind of origami -- using math and engineering principles to fold mind-blowingly intricate designs that are beautiful and, sometimes, very useful. TED2008 0:15:53 7/30/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 320 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/320 Kwabena Boahen Making a computer that works like the brain Researcher Kwabena Boahen is looking for ways to mimic the brain's supercomputing powers in silicon -- because the messy, redundant processes inside our heads actually make for a small, light, superfast computer. TEDGlobal 2007 0:16:22 7/30/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 322 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/322 Bruno Bowden, Rufus Cappadocia Origami, blindfolded and to music After Robert Lang's talk on origami at TED2008, Bruno Bowden stepped onstage with a challenge -- he would fold one of Lang's astonishingly complicated origami figures, blindfolded, in under 2 minutes. He's accompanied by the cellist Rufus Cappadocia. TED2008 0:02:58 8/1/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 326 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/326 Patricia Burchat The search for dark energy and dark matter Physicist Patricia Burchat sheds light on two basic ingredients of our universe: dark matter and dark energy. Comprising 96% of the universe between them, they can't be directly measured, but their influence is immense. TED2008 0:16:09 8/17/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 323 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/323 Spencer Wells Building a family tree for all humanity All humans share some common bits of DNA, passed down to us from our African ancestors. Geneticist Spencer Wells talks about how his Genographic Project will use this shared DNA to figure out how we are -- in all our diversity -- truly connected. TEDGlobal 2007 0:20:53 8/18/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 324 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/324 David Griffin Photography connects us with the world The photo director for National Geographic, David Griffin knows the power of photography to connect us to our world. In a talk filled with glorious images, he talks about how we all use photos to tell our stories. TED2008 0:14:53 8/19/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 327 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/327 Lennart Green Close-up card magic Like your uncle at a family party, the rumpled Swedish doctor Lennart Green says, "Pick a card, any card." But what he does with those cards is pure magic -- flabbergasting, lightning-fast, how-does-he-do-it? magic. TED2005 0:31:08 8/20/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 328 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/328 Ian Dunbar Dog-friendly dog training Speaking at the 2007 EG conference, trainer Ian Dunbar asks us to see the world through the eyes of our beloved dogs. By knowing our pets' perspective, we can build their love and trust. It's a message that resonates well beyond the animal world. EG07 0:14:46 8/21/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 325 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/325 Nellie McKay "The Dog Song" Animal fan Nellie McKay sings a sparkling tribute to her dear dog. She suggests we all do the same: "Just go right to the pound/ And find yourself a hound/ And make that doggie proud/ 'cause that's what it's all about." TED2008 0:03:33 8/22/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 329 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/329 John Q. Walker Re-creating great performances Imagine hearing great, departed pianists play again today, just as they would in person. John Q. Walker demonstrates how recordings can be analyzed for precise keystrokes and pedal motions, then played back on computer-controlled grand pianos. EG07 0:13:41 8/26/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 175 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/175 Sugata Mitra Can kids teach themselves? Speaking at LIFT 2007, Sugata Mitra talks about his Hole in the Wall project. Young kids in this project figured out how to use a PC on their own -- and then taught other kids. He asks, what else can children teach themselves? LIFT 2007 0:20:59 8/27/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 330 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/330 Ory Okolloh The making of an African activist Ory Okolloh tells the story of her life and her family -- and how she came to do her heroic work reporting on the doings of Kenya's parliament. TEDGlobal 2007 0:16:38 8/28/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 334 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/334 Einstein the Parrot Talking and squawking TED2006 This whimsical wrap-up of TED2006 -- presented by Einstein, the African grey parrot, and her trainer, Stephanie White -- simply tickles. Watch for the moment when Einstein has a moment with Al Gore. TED2006 0:05:48 8/29/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 331 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/331 Paul Rothemund The astonishing promise of DNA folding In 2007, Paul Rothemund gave TED a short summary of his specialty, DNA folding. Now he lays out in clear, adundant detail the immense promise of this field -- to create tiny machines that assemble themselves. TED2008 0:16:24 9/2/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 335 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/335 Peter Diamandis Taking the next giant leap in space Peter Diamandis says it's our moral imperative to keep exploring space -- and he talks about how, with the X Prize and other incentives, we're going to do just that. TEDGlobal 2005 0:15:31 9/3/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 339 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/339 Peter Hirshberg The Web and TV, a sibling rivalry In this absorbing look at emerging media and tech history, Peter Hirshberg shares some crucial lessons from Silicon Valley and explains why the web is so much more than "better TV." EG07 0:31:39 9/4/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 333 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/333 Jonathan Drori Why we don't understand as much as we think we do Starting with four basic questions (that you may be surprised to find you can't answer), Jonathan Drori looks at the gaps in our knowledge -- and specifically, what we don't about science that we might think we do. TED2007 0:12:28 9/5/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 340 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/340 Jane Goodall Helping humans and animals live together in Africa The legendary chimpanzee researcher Jane Goodall talks about TACARE and her other community projects, which help people in booming African towns live side-by-side with threatened animals. TEDGlobal 2007 0:23:46 9/8/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 344 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/344 Irwin Redlener How to survive a nuclear attack The face of nuclear terror has changed since the Cold War, but disaster-medicine expert Irwin Redlener reminds us the threat is still real. He looks at some of history's farcical countermeasures and offers practical advice on how to survive an attack. TED2008 0:25:18 9/9/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 346 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/346 Brewster Kahle A digital library, free to the world Brewster Kahle is building a truly huge digital library -- every book ever published, every movie ever released, all the strata of web history ... It's all free to the public -- unless someone else gets to it first. TED2007 0:20:06 9/10/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 343 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/343 David Gallo The deep oceans: a ribbon of life With vibrant video clips captured by submarines, David Gallo takes us to some of Earth's darkest, most violent, toxic and beautiful habitats, the valleys and volcanic ridges of the oceans' depths, where life is bizarre, resilient and shockingly abundant. TED1998 0:13:20 9/11/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 347 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/347 Carmen Agra Deedy Spinning a story of Mama Storyteller Carmen Agra Deedy spins a funny, wise and luminous tale of parents and kids, starring her Cuban mother. Settle in and enjoy the ride -- Mama's driving! TED2005 0:23:34 9/12/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 345 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/345 Keith Bellows Celebrating the camel Keith Bellows gleefully outlines the engineering marvels of the camel, a vital creature he calls "the SUV of the desert." Though he couldn't bring a live camel to TED, he gets his camera crew as close as humanly possible to a one-ton beast in full rut. TED2002 0:16:06 9/15/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 348 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/348 Ann Cooper Reinventing the school lunch Speaking at the 2007 EG conference, "renegade lunch lady" Ann Cooper talks about the coming revolution in the way kids eat at school -- local, sustainable, seasonal and even educational food. EG07 0:19:42 9/16/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 341 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/341 Jonathan Haidt The real difference between liberals and conservatives Psychologist Jonathan Haidt studies the five moral values that form the basis of our political choices, whether we're left, right or center. In this eye-opening talk, he pinpoints the moral values that liberals and conservatives tend to honor most. TED2008 0:18:42 9/17/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 217 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/217 Eve Ensler Security and insecurity Playwright Eve Ensler explores our modern craving for security -- and why it makes us less secure. Listen for inspiring, heartbreaking stories of women making change. TEDGlobal 2005 0:13:45 9/18/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 353 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/353 David S. Rose 10 things to know before you pitch a VC for money Thinking startup? David S. Rose's rapid-fire TED U talk on pitching to a venture capitalist tells you the 10 things you need to know about yourself -- and prove to a VC -- before you fire up your slideshow. TED2007 0:14:39 9/19/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 351 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/351 Marvin Minsky Health, population and the human mind Listen closely -- Marvin Minsky's arch, eclectic, charmingly offhand talk on health, overpopulation and the human mind is packed with subtlety: wit, wisdom and just an ounce of wily, is-he-joking? advice. TED2003 0:13:33 9/22/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 272 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/272 Philip Zimbardo How ordinary people become monsters ... or heroes Philip Zimbardo knows how easy it is for nice people to turn bad. In this talk, he shares insights and graphic unseen photos from the Abu Ghraib trials. Then he talks about the flip side: how easy it is to be a hero, and how we can rise to the challenge. TED2008 0:23:16 9/23/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 349 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/349 Laura Trice The power of saying thank you In this deceptively simple 3-minute talk, Dr. Laura Trice muses on the power of the magic words "thank you" -- to deepen a friendship, to repair a bond, to make sure another person knows what they mean to you. Try it. TED2008 0:03:29 9/24/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 350 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/350 Caleb Chung Come play with Pleo the dinosaur Pleo the robot dinosaur acts like a living pet -- exploring, cuddling, playing, reacting and learning. Inventor Caleb Chung talks about Pleo and his wild toy career at EG07, on the week that Pleo shipped to stores for the first time. TED2007 0:18:27 9/25/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 354 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/354 Steven Pinker Chalking it up to the blank slate Steven Pinker's book The Blank Slate argues that all humans are born with some innate traits. Here, Pinker talks about his thesis, and why some people found it incredibly upsetting. TED2003 0:22:42 9/26/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 355 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/355 Rodney Brooks How robots will invade our lives In this prophetic talk from 2003, roboticist Rodney Brooks talks about how robots are going to work their way into our lives -- starting with toys and moving into household chores ... and beyond. TED2003 0:18:47 9/29/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 356 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/356 Stefan Sagmeister Things I have learned in my life so far Rockstar designer Stefan Sagmeister delivers a short, witty talk on life lessons, expressed through surprising modes of design (including ... inflatable monkeys?). TED2008 0:04:45 9/30/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 358 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/358 Noah Feldman Politics and religion are technologies Noah Feldman makes a searing case that both politics and religion -- whatever their differences -- are similar technologies, designed to efficiently connect and manage any group of people. TED2003 0:15:07 10/1/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 359 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/359 Liz Diller Architecture is a special effects machine In this engrossing EG talk, architect Liz Diller shares her firm DS+R's more unusual work, including the Blur Building, whose walls are made of fog, and the revamped Alice Tully Hall, which is wrapped in glowing wooden skin. EG07 0:19:24 10/2/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 360 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/360 James Nachtwey Use my photographs to stop the worldwide XDR-TB epidemic Photojournalist James Nachtwey sees his TED Prize wish come true, as we share his powerful photographs of XDR-TB, a drug-resistant strain of tuberculosis that's touching off a global medical crisis. Learn how to help at http://www.xdrtb.org TED Prize Wish 0:05:52 10/3/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 361 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/361 David Perry Will videogames become better than life? Game designer David Perry says tomorrow's videogames will be more than mere fun to the next generation of gamers. They'll be lush, complex, emotional experiences -- more involving and meaningful to some than real life. TED2006 0:21:06 10/6/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 363 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/363 Doris Kearns Goodwin Learning from past presidents in moments of crisis Historian Doris Kearns Goodwin talks about what we can learn from American presidents, including Abraham Lincoln and Lyndon Johnson. Then she shares a moving memory of her own father, and of their shared love of baseball. TED2008 0:18:48 10/7/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 362 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/362 Steven Johnson The Web and the city Outside.in's Steven Johnson says the Web is like a city: built by many people, completely controlled by no one, intricately interconnected and yet functioning as many independent parts. While disaster strikes in one place, elsewhere, life goes on. TED2003 0:16:30 10/8/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 370 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/370 John Markoff Why newspapers still matter (and why tech news belongs on the front page) At the EG conference, John Markoff talks about why newspapers still matter -- even in the days of RSS. He gives an inside look at editorial process at the New York Times, and talks about some of his tech stories that should have been front-page news. TED2007 0:12:02 10/9/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 364 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/364 James Burchfield Sound stylings by a human beatbox Human beatbox James "AudioPoet" Burchfield performs an intricate three-minute breakdown -- sexy, propulsive hip-hop rhythms and turntable textures -- all using only his voice. TED2003 0:04:44 10/10/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 371 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/371 Garrett Lisi A beautiful new theory of everything Physicist and surfer Garrett Lisi presents a controversial new model of the universe that -- just maybe -- answers all the big questions. If nothing else, it's the most beautiful 8-dimensional model of elementary particles and forces you've ever seen. TED2008 0:21:26 10/14/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 372 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/372 Paola Antonelli Design and the elastic mind MOMA design curator Paola Antonelli previews the groundbreaking show "Design and the Elastic Mind" -- full of products and designs that reflect the way we think now. EG07 0:17:40 10/15/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 375 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/375 Virginia Postrel The power of glamour In a timely talk, cultural critic Virginia Postrel muses on the true meaning, and the powerful uses, of glamour -- which she defines as any calculated, carefully polished image designed to impress and persuade. TED2004 0:16:15 10/16/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 377 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/377 Dr. Dean Ornish Healing and other natural wonders Dean Ornish talks about simple, low-tech and low-cost ways to take advantage of the body's natural desire to heal itself. TED2004 0:16:49 10/17/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 374 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/374 John Hodgman A brief digression on matters of lost time Humorist John Hodgman rambles through a new story about aliens, physics, time, space and the way all of these somehow contribute to a sweet, perfect memory of falling in love. TED2008 0:16:40 10/21/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 379 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/379 Paul MacCready Nature vs. humans, and what we can do about it In 1998, aircraft designer Paul MacCready looks at a planet on which humans have utterly dominated nature, and talks about what we all can do to preserve nature's balance. His contribution: solar planes, superefficient gliders and the electric car. TED1998 0:22:48 10/22/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 366 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/366 Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi Creativity, fulfillment and flow Mihaly Czikszentmihalyi asks, "What makes a life worth living?" Noting that money cannot make us happy, he looks to those who find pleasure and lasting satisfaction in activities that bring about a state of "flow." TED2004 0:18:55 10/23/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 381 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/381 Kristen Ashburn Heartrending pictures of AIDS In this moving talk, documentary photographer Kristen Ashburn shares unforgettable images of the human impact of AIDS in Africa. TED2003 0:04:37 10/24/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 365 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/365 Jared Diamond Why societies collapse Why do societies fail? With lessons from the Norse of Iron Age Greenland, deforested Easter Island and present-day Montana, Jared Diamond talks about the signs that collapse is near, and how -- if we see it in time -- we can prevent it. TED2003 0:18:21 10/27/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 383 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/383 Rives A 3-minute story of mixed emoticons Rives -- star of the Bravo special "Ironic Iconic America" -- tells a typographical fairy tale that's short and bittersweet. TED2008 0:03:17 10/28/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 385 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/385 Keith Schacht, Zach Kaplan Products (and toys) from the future The Inventables guys, Zach Kaplan and Keith Schacht, demo some amazing new materials and how we might use them. Look for squishy magnets, odor-detecting ink, "dry" liquid and a very surprising 10-foot pole. TED2005 0:15:46 10/30/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 386 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/386 Newton Aduaka The story of Ezra, a child soldier Filmmaker Newton Aduaka shows clips from his powerful, lyrical feature film "Ezra," about a child soldier in Sierra Leone. TEDGlobal 2007 0:18:44 10/31/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 388 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/388 Graham Hawkes Fly the seas on a submarine with wings Graham Hawkes takes us aboard his graceful, winged submarines to the depths of planet Ocean (a.k.a. "Earth"). It's a deep blue world we landlubbers rarely see in 3D. TED2005 0:12:11 11/3/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 390 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/390 James Surowiecki The moment when social media became the news James Surowiecki pinpoints the moment when social media became an equal player in the world of news-gathering: the 2005 tsunami, when YouTube video, blogs, IMs and txts carried the news -- and preserved moving personal stories from the tragedy. TED2005 0:16:59 11/4/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 391 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/391 John Francis I walk the Earth For almost three decades, John Francis has been a planetwalker, traveling the globe by foot and sail with a message of environmental respect and responsibility (for 17 of those years without speaking). A funny, thoughtful talk with occasional banjo. TED2008 0:19:24 11/5/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 392 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/392 Tim Brown The powerful link between creativity and play At the 2008 Serious Play conference, designer Tim Brown talks about the powerful relationship between creative thinking and play -- with many examples you can try at home (and one that maybe you shouldn't). Art Center Design Conference 2008: Serious Play 0:27:58 11/6/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 393 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/393 Luca Turin The science of scent What's the science behind a sublime perfume? With charm and precision, biophysicist Luca Turin explains the molecular makeup -- and the art -- of a scent. TED2005 0:15:53 11/7/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 394 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/394 Lee Smolin How science is like democracy Physicist Lee Smolin talks about how the scientific community works: as he puts it, "we fight and argue as hard as we can," but everyone accepts that the next generation of scientists will decide who's right. And, he says, that's how democracy works, too. TED2003 0:12:25 11/10/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 395 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/395 Samantha Power Shaking hands with the devil Samantha Power tells a story of a complicated hero, Sergio Vieira de Mello. This UN diplomat walked a thin moral line, negotiating with the world's worst dictators to help their people survive crisis. It's a compelling story told with a fiery passion. TED2008 0:23:09 11/11/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 399 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/399 Charles Elachi The story of the Mars Rovers At Serious Play 2008, Charles Elachi shares stories from NASA's legendary Jet Propulsion Lab -- including tales and video from the Mars Rover project. Art Center Design Conference 2008: Serious Play 0:28:17 11/12/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 400 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/400 Ursus Wehrli Tidying up art Ursus Wehrli shares his vision for a cleaner, more organized, tidier form of art -- by deconstructing the paintings of modern masters into their component pieces, sorted by color and size. TED2006 0:15:57 11/13/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 402 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/402 Stewart Brand Building a home for the Clock of the Long Now Stewart Brand works on the Clock of the Long Now, a timepiece that counts down the next 10,000 years. It's a beautiful project that asks us to think about the far, far future. Here, he discusses a tricky side problem with the Clock: Where can we put it? TED2004 0:23:23 11/17/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 396 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/396 Isaac Mizrahi Fashion, passion, and about a million other things Fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi spins through a dizzying array of inspirations -- from '50s pinups to a fleeting glimpse of a hole in a shirt that makes him shout "Stop the cab!" Inside this rambling talk are real clues to living a happy, creative life. TED2008 0:14:16 11/18/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 403 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/403 Franco Sacchi Welcome to Nollywood Zambia-born filmmaker Franco Sacchi tours us through Nollywood, Nigeria's booming film industry (the world's 3rd largest). Guerrilla filmmaking and brilliance under pressure from crews that can shoot a full-length feature in a week. TEDGlobal 2007 0:17:34 11/19/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 404 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/404 George Smoot The design of the universe At Serious Play 2008, astrophysicist George Smoot shows stunning new images from deep-space surveys, and prods us to ponder how the cosmos -- with its giant webs of dark matter and mysterious gaping voids -- got built this way. Art Center Design Conference 2008: Serious Play 0:19:00 11/20/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 406 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/406 Dan Barber A surprising parable of foie gras At the Taste3 conference, chef Dan Barber tells the story of a small farm in Spain that has found a humane way to produce foie gras. Raising his geese in a natural environment, farmer Eduardo Sousa embodies the kind of food production Barber believes in. Taste3 2008 0:20:24 11/24/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 405 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/405 Bill Joy What I'm worried about, what I'm excited about Technologist and futurist Bill Joy talks about several big worries for humanity -- and several big hopes in the fields of health, education and future tech. TED2006 0:19:02 11/24/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 407 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/407 Andy Hobsbawm Do the green thing Andy Hobsbawm shares a fresh ad campaign about going green -- and some of the fringe benefits. TED2008 0:03:22 11/26/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 408 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/408 Gregory Petsko The coming neurological epidemic Biochemist Gregory Petsko makes a convincing argument that, in the next 50 years, we'll see an epidemic of neurological diseases, such as Alzheimer's, as the world population ages. His solution: more research into the brain and its functions. TED2008 0:03:47 11/30/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 409 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/409 Richard Preston Climbing the world's biggest trees Science writer Richard Preston talks about some of the most enormous living beings on the planet, the giant trees of the US Pacific Northwest. Growing from a tiny seed, they support vast ecosystems -- and are still, largely, a mystery. TED2008 0:19:31 12/2/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 410 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/410 Philip Rosedale Second Life, where anything is possible Why build a virtual world? Philip Rosedale talks about the virtual society he founded, Second Life, and its underpinnings in human creativity. It's a place so different that anything could happen. Art Center Design Conference 2008: Serious Play 0:28:31 12/3/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 411 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/411 Larry Burns Reinventing the car General Motors veep Larry Burns previews cool next-gen car design: sleek, customizable (and computer-enhanced) vehicles that run clean on hydrogen -- and pump energy back into the electrical grid when they're idle. TED2005 0:09:12 12/4/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 412 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/412 Nick Sears Presenting the Orb Inventor Nick Sears demos the first generation of the Orb, a rotating persistence-of-vision display that creates glowing 3D images. A short, cool tale of invention. TED2007 0:03:58 12/5/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 413 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/413 David Holt The stories and song of Appalachia Folk musician and storyteller David Holt plays the banjo and shares photographs and old wisdom from the Appalachian Mountains. He also demonstrates some unusual instruments like the mouth bow -- and a surprising electric drum kit he calls "thunderwear." TED2004 0:25:17 12/7/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 414 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/414 Eva Zeisel The playful search for beauty The ceramics designer Eva Zeisel looks back on a 75-year career. What keeps her work as fresh today (her latest line debuted in 2008) as in 1926? Her sense of play and beauty, and her drive for adventure. Listen for stories from a rich, colorful life. TED2001 0:18:09 12/9/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 415 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/415 Michael Milken Leveraging big ideas to make change Michael Milken talks about using your own particular set of skills to make real change in the world. In his case, the energetic mind that once created exotic bonds is now driving the "Manhattan Project of cancer" -- with lifesaving results. TED11(2001) 0:22:32 12/10/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 416 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/416 Dennis vanEngelsdorp Where have the bees gone? Bees are dying in droves. Why? Leading apiarist Dennis vanEngelsdorp looks at the gentle, misunderstood creature's important place in nature and the mystery behind its alarming disappearance. Taste3 2008 0:16:28 12/10/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 418 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/418 Jay Walker A library of human imagination Jay Walker, curator of the Library of Human Imagination, conducts a surprising show-and-tell session highlighting a few of the intriguing artifacts that backdropped the 2008 TED stage. TED2008 0:07:09 12/14/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 420 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/420 Dan Gilbert Exploring the frontiers of happiness Dan Gilbert presents research and data from his exploration of happiness -- sharing some surprising tests and experiments that you can also try on yourself. Watch through to the end for a sparkling Q&A with some familiar TED faces. TEDGlobal 2005 0:33:38 12/16/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 419 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/419 Benjamin Wallace Does happiness have a price tag? Can happiness be bought? To find out, author Benjamin Wallace sampled the world's most expensive products, including a bottle of 1947 Chateau Cheval Blanc, 8 ounces of Kobe beef and the fabled (notorious) Kopi Luwak coffee. His critique may surprise you. Taste3 2008 0:14:40 12/17/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 421 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/421 Penelope Boston Life on Mars? Let's look in the caves So the Mars Rovers didn't scoop up any alien lifeforms. Scientist Penelope Boston thinks there's a good chance -- a 25 to 50 percent chance, in fact -- that life might exist on Mars, deep inside the planet's caves. She details how we should look and why. TED2006 0:18:29 12/17/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 423 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/423 Nicholas Negroponte Bringing One Laptop per Child to Colombia: TED in the Field TED follows Nicholas Negroponte to Colombia as he delivers laptops inside territory once controlled by guerrillas. His partner? Colombia's Defense Department, who see One Laptop per Child as an investment in the region. (And you too can get involved.) TED in the Field 0:06:48 12/22/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 422 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/422 Steven Strogatz How things in nature tend to sync up Mathematician Steven Strogatz shows how flocks of creatures (like birds, fireflies and fish) manage to synchronize and act as a unit -- when no one's giving orders. The powerful tendency extends into the realm of objects, too. TED2004 0:21:58 12/22/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 424 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/424 Jennifer 8. Lee Who was General Tso? and other mysteries of American Chinese food Reporter Jennifer 8. Lee talks about her hunt for the origins of familiar Chinese-American dishes -- exploring the hidden spots where these two cultures have (so tastily) combined to form a new cuisine. Taste3 2008 0:16:38 12/24/2008
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 426 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/426 Kary Mullis Celebrating the scientific experiment Biochemist Kary Mullis talks about the basis of modern science: the experiment. Sharing tales from the 17th century and from his own backyard-rocketry days, Mullis celebrates the curiosity, inspiration and rigor of good science in all its forms. TED2002 0:29:32 1/5/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 427 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/427 John Maeda My journey in design, from tofu to RISD Designer John Maeda talks about his path from a Seattle tofu factory to the Rhode Island School of Design, where he became president in 2008. Maeda, a tireless experimenter and a witty observer, explores the crucial moment when design met computers. Art Center Design Conference 2008: Serious Play 0:17:06 1/6/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 428 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/428 Paul Sereno What can fossils teach us? Strange landscapes, scorching heat and (sometimes) mad crocodiles await scientists seeking clues to evolution's genius. Paleontologist Paul Sereno talks about his surprising encounters with prehistory -- and a new way to help students join the adventure. TED2005 0:21:46 1/7/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 429 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/429 Paul Moller Take a ride in the Skycar Paul Moller talks about the future of personal air travel -- the marriage of autos and flight that will give us true freedom to travel off-road. He shows two things he's working on: the Moller Skycar (a jet + car) and a passenger-friendly hovering disc. TED2004 0:15:39 1/8/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 430 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/430 Greg Lynn How calculus is changing architecture Greg Lynn talks about the mathematical roots of architecture -- and how calculus and digital tools allow modern designers to move beyond the traditional building forms. A glorious church in Queens (and a titanium tea set) illustrate his theory. TED2005 0:18:54 1/9/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 431 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/431 Rob Forbes Ways of seeing Rob Forbes, the founder of Design Within Reach, shows a gallery of snapshots that inform his way of seeing the world. Charming juxtapositions, found art, urban patterns -- this slideshow will open your eyes to the world around you. TED2006 0:15:37 1/12/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 432 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/432 Scott McCloud Understanding comics In this unmissable look at the magic of comics, Scott McCloud bends the presentation format into a cartoon-like experience, where colorful diversions whiz through childhood fascinations and imagined futures that our eyes can hear and touch. TED2005 0:17:08 1/13/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 433 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/433 Peter Reinhart The art of baking bread Batch to batch, crust to crust ... In tribute to the beloved staple food, baking master Peter Reinhart reflects on the cordial couplings (wheat and yeast, starch and heat) that give us our daily bread. Try not to eat a slice. Taste3 2008 0:15:34 1/14/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 434 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/434 Joseph Pine What do consumers really want? Customers want to feel what they buy is authentic, but "Mass Customization" author Joseph Pine says selling authenticity is tough because, well, there's no such thing. He talks about a few experiences that may be artificial but make millions anyway. TED2004 0:14:19 1/15/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 435 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/435 Paula Scher Great design is serious (not solemn) Paula Scher looks back at a life in design (she's done album covers, books, the Citibank logo ...) and pinpoints the moment when she started really having fun. Look for gorgeous designs and images from her legendary career. Art Center Design Conference 2008: Serious Play 0:21:56 1/16/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 436 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/436 David Carson Design, discovery and humor Great design is a never-ending journey of discovery -- for which it helps to pack a healthy sense of humor. Sociologist and surfer-turned-designer David Carson walks through a gorgeous (and often quite funny) slide deck of his work and found images. TED2003 0:22:39 1/19/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 439 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/439 Jamais Cascio Tools for building a better world We all want to make the world better -- but how? Jamais Cascio looks at some specific tools and techniques that can make a difference. It's a fascinating talk that might just inspire you to act. TED2006 0:16:15 1/21/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 437 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/437 Barry Schuler An introduction to genomics What is genomics? How will it affect our lives? In this intriguing primer on the genomics revolution, entrepreneur Barry Schuler says we can at least expect healthier, tastier food. He suggests we start with the pinot noir grape, to build better wines. Taste3 2008 0:21:26 1/22/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 441 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/441 Sherwin Nuland A meditation on hope Surgeon and writer Sherwin Nuland meditates on the idea of hope -- the desire to become our better selves and make a better world. It's a thoughtful 12 minutes that will help you focus on the road ahead. TED2003 0:12:36 1/23/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 442 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/442 Woody Norris Inventing the next amazing thing Woody Norris shows off two of his inventions that treat sound in new ways, and talks about his untraditional approach to inventing and education. As he puts it: "Almost nothing has been invented yet." So -- what's next? TED2004 0:13:49 1/26/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 440 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/440 Peter Ward Earth's mass extinctions Asteroid strikes get all the coverage, but "Medea Hypothesis" author Peter Ward argues that most of Earth's mass extinctions were caused by lowly bacteria. The culprit, a poison called hydrogen sulfide, may have an interesting application in medicine. TED2008 0:19:41 1/27/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 443 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/443 Aimee Mullins Running on high-tech legs In this TED archive video from 1998, paralympic sprinter Aimee Mullins talks about her record-setting career as a runner, and about the amazing carbon-fiber prosthetic legs (then a prototype) that helped her cross the finish line. TED1998 0:20:43 1/28/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 445 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/445 Joe DeRisi Hunting the next killer virus Biochemist Joe DeRisi talks about amazing new ways to diagnose viruses (and treat the illnesses they cause) using DNA. His work may help us understand malaria, SARS, avian flu -- and the 60 percent of everyday viral infections that go undiagnosed. TED2006 0:16:05 1/29/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 447 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/447 Natalie MacMaster Playing the Cape Breton fiddle Natalie MacMaster and her musical partner Donnell Leahy play several tunes from the Cape Breton tradition -- a sprightly, soulful style of folk fiddling. It's an inspired collaboration that will have you clapping (and maybe dancing) along. TED2003 0:18:47 1/30/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 450 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/450 Bill Gross Great ideas for finding new energy Bill Gross, the founder of Idealab, talks about his life as an inventor, starting with his high-school company selling solar energy plans and kits. Learn here about a groundbreaking system for solar cells -- and some questions we haven't yet solved. TED2003 0:19:55 2/2/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 451 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/451 Bill Gates How I'm trying to change the world now Bill Gates hopes to solve some of the world's biggest problems using a new kind of philanthropy. In a passionate and, yes, funny 18 minutes, he asks us to consider two big questions and how we might answer them. (And see the Q&A on the TED Blog.) TED2009 0:20:16 2/5/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 453 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/453 Elizabeth Gilbert A different way to think about creative genius Elizabeth Gilbert muses on the impossible things we expect from artists and geniuses -- and shares the radical idea that, instead of the rare person "being" a genius, all of us "have" a genius. It's a funny, personal and surprisingly moving talk. TED2009 0:19:28 2/9/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 455 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/455 Milton Glaser How great design makes ideas new From the TED archives: The legendary graphic designer Milton Glaser dives deep into a new painting inspired by Piero della Francesca. From here, he muses on what makes a convincing poster, by breaking down an idea and making it new. TED1998 0:15:14 2/11/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 457 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/457 David Merrill Siftables, the toy blocks that think MIT grad student David Merrill demos Siftables -- cookie-sized, computerized tiles you can stack and shuffle in your hands. These future-toys can do math, play music, and talk to their friends, too. Is this the next thing in hands-on learning? TED2009 0:07:09 2/12/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 462 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/462 Barry Schwartz The real crisis? We stopped being wise Barry Schwartz makes a passionate call for "practical wisdom" as an antidote to a society gone mad with bureaucracy. He argues powerfully that rules often fail us, incentives often backfire, and practical, everyday wisdom will help rebuild our world. TED2009 0:20:45 2/16/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 463 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/463 Juan Enriquez Beyond the crisis, mindboggling science and the arrival of Homo evolutis Even as mega-banks topple, Juan Enriquez says the big reboot is yet to come. But don't look for it on your ballot -- or in the stock exchange. It'll come from science labs, and it promises keener bodies and minds. Our kids are going to be ... different. TED2009 0:18:50 2/17/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 464 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/464 Jose Antonio Abreu Help me bring music to kids worldwide (TED Prize winner!) Jose Antonio Abreu is the charismatic founder of a youth orchestra system that has transformed thousands of kids' lives in Venezuela. Here he shares his amazing story and unveils a TED Prize wish that could have a big impact in the US and beyond. TED2009 0:16:58 2/18/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 466 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/466 Gustavo Dudamel and the Teresa Carreño Youth Orchestra A musical sensation from Venezuela The Teresa Carreño Youth Orchestra contains the best high school musicians from Venezuela's life-changing music program, El Sistema. Led here by Gustavo Dudamel, they play Shostakovich's Symphony No. 10, 2nd movement, and Arturo Márquez' Danzón No. 2. TED2009 0:17:06 2/18/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 467 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/467 Sylvia Earle Here's how to protect the blue heart of the planet (TED Prize winner!) Legendary ocean researcher Sylvia Earle shares astonishing images of the ocean -- and shocking stats about its rapid decline -- as she makes her TED Prize wish: that we will join her in protecting the vital blue heart of the planet. TED2009 0:18:16 2/19/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 468 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/468 Jill Tarter Why the search for alien intelligence matters (TED Prize winner!) The SETI Institute's Jill Tarter makes her TED Prize wish: to accelerate our search for cosmic company. Using a growing array of radio telescopes, she and her team listen for patterns that may be a sign of intelligence elsewhere in the universe. TED2009 0:21:23 2/20/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 469 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/469 Ed Ulbrich How Benjamin Button got his face Ed Ulbrich, the digital-effects guru from Digital Domain, explains the Oscar-winning technology that allowed his team to digitally create the older versions of Brad Pitt's face for "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button." TED2009 0:18:07 2/23/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 470 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/470 Charles Moore Sailing the Great Pacific Garbage Patch Capt. Charles Moore of the Algalita Marine Research Foundation first discovered the Great Pacific Garbage Patch -- an endless floating waste of plastic trash. Now he's drawing attention to the growing, choking problem of plastic debris in our seas. TED2009 0:07:20 2/24/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 471 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/471 Richard Pyle Exploring the reef's Twilight Zone In this illuminating talk, Richard Pyle shows us thriving life on the cliffs of coral reefs and groundbreaking diving technologies he has pioneered to explore it. He and his team risk everything to reveal the secrets of undiscovered species. TED2004 0:16:48 2/25/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 472 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/472 Miru Kim Making art of New York's urban ruins At the 2008 EG Conference, artist Miru Kim talks about her work. Kim explores industrial ruins underneath New York and then photographs herself in them, nude -- to bring these massive, dangerous, hidden spaces into sharp focus. EG08 0:14:30 2/26/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 473 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/473 Evan Williams How Twitter's spectacular growth is being driven by unexpected uses In the year leading up to this talk, the web tool Twitter exploded in size (up 10x during 2008 alone). Co-founder Evan Williams reveals that many of the ideas driving that growth came from unexpected uses invented by the users themselves. TED2009 0:08:00 2/27/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 474 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/474 Brenda Laurel Why didn't girls play videogames? A TED archive gem. At TED in 1998, Brenda Laurel asks: Why are all the top-selling videogames aimed at little boys? She spent two years researching the world of girls (and shares amazing interviews and photos) to create a game that girls would love. TED1998 0:13:08 3/2/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 475 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/475 Willie Smits A 20-year tale of hope: How we re-grew a rainforest By piecing together a complex ecological puzzle, biologist Willie Smits has found a way to re-grow clearcut rainforest in Borneo, saving local orangutans -- and creating a thrilling blueprint for restoring fragile ecosystems. TED2009 0:20:42 3/3/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 476 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/476 Nalini Nadkarni Unveiling the beautiful, fragile world of rainforest treetop ecosystems A unique ecosystem of plants, birds and monkeys thrives in the treetops of the rainforest. Nalini Nadkarni explores these canopy worlds -- and shares her findings with the world below, through dance, art and bold partnerships. TED2009 0:16:30 3/4/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 477 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/477 Mike Rowe Celebrating work -- all kinds of work Mike Rowe, the host of "Dirty Jobs," tells some compelling (and horrifying) real-life job stories. Listen for his insights and observations about the nature of hard work, and how it's been unjustifiably degraded in society today. EG08 0:20:02 3/5/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 478 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/478 Eric Lewis Striking chords to rock the jazz world Eric Lewis, an astonishingly talented crossover jazz pianist -- seen by many for the first time at TED2009 -- sets fire to the keys with his shattering rendition of Evanescence's chart-topper, "Going Under." TED2009 0:10:36 3/6/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 480 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/480 Don Norman The three ways that good design makes you happy In this talk from 2003, design critic Don Norman turns his incisive eye toward beauty, fun, pleasure and emotion, as he looks at design that makes people happy. He names the three emotional cues that a well-designed product must hit to succeed. TED2003 0:12:41 3/9/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 481 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/481 Pattie Maes, Pranav Mistry Unveiling the "Sixth Sense," game-changing wearable tech This demo -- from Pattie Maes' lab at MIT, spearheaded by Pranav Mistry -- was the buzz of TED. It's a wearable device with a projector that paves the way for profound interaction with our environment. Imagine "Minority Report" and then some. TED2009 0:08:42 3/10/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 482 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/482 Aimee Mullins How my legs give me super-powers Athlete, actor and activist Aimee Mullins talks about her prosthetic legs -- she's got a dozen amazing pairs -- and the superpowers they grant her: speed, beauty, an extra 6 inches of height ... Quite simply, she redefines what the body can be. TED2009 0:09:58 3/11/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 483 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/483 Stuart Brown Why play is vital -- no matter your age A pioneer in research on play, Dr. Stuart Brown says humor, games, roughhousing, flirtation and fantasy are more than just fun. Plenty of play in childhood makes for happy, smart adults -- and keeping it up can make us smarter at any age. Art Center Design Conference 2008: Serious Play 0:26:42 3/12/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 484 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/484 Tim Berners-Lee The next Web of open, linked data 20 years ago, Tim Berners-Lee invented the World Wide Web. For his next project, he's building a web for open, linked data that could do for numbers what the Web did for words, pictures, video: unlock our data and reframe the way we use it together. TED2009 0:16:23 3/13/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 485 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/485 Dan Dennett Cute, sexy, sweet and funny -- an evolutionary riddle Why are babies cute? Why is cake sweet? Philosopher Dan Dennett has answers you wouldn't expect, as he shares evolution's counterintuitive reasoning on cute, sweet and sexy things (plus a new theory from Matthew Hurley on why jokes are funny). TED2009 0:07:45 3/16/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 487 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/487 Dan Ariely Why we think it's OK to cheat and steal (sometimes) Behavioral economist Dan Ariely studies the bugs in our moral code: the hidden reasons we think it's OK to cheat or steal (sometimes). Clever studies help make his point that we're predictably irrational -- and can be influenced in ways we can't grasp. TED2009 0:16:23 3/17/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 488 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/488 Adam Savage My quest for the dodo bird, and other obsessions At EG'08, Adam Savage talks about his fascination with the dodo bird, and how it led him on a strange and surprising double quest. It's an entertaining adventure through the mind of a creative obsessive. EG08 0:15:38 3/18/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 489 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/489 Bruce McCall Nostalgia for a future that never happened Bruce McCall paints a future that never happened -- full of flying cars, polo-playing tanks and the RMS Tyrannic, "The Biggest Thing in All the World." At Serious Play '08, he narrates a brisk and funny slideshow of his faux-nostalgic art. Art Center Design Conference 2008: Serious Play 0:13:01 3/19/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 490 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/490 Kamal Meattle How to grow your own fresh air Researcher Kamal Meattle shows how an arrangement of three common houseplants, used in specific spots in a home or office building, can result in measurably cleaner indoor air. TED2009 0:04:04 3/20/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 492 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/492 Saul Griffith Inventing a super-kite to tap the energy of high-altitude wind In this brief talk, Saul Griffith unveils the invention his new company Makani Power has been working on: giant kite turbines that create surprising amounts of clean, renewable energy. TED2009 0:05:25 3/23/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 494 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/494 Jacqueline Novogratz From a Nairobi slum, a tale of hope Jacqueline Novogratz tells a moving story of an encounter in a Nairobi slum with Jane, a former prostitute, whose dreams of escaping poverty, of becoming a doctor and of getting married were fulfilled in an unexpected way. TED2009 0:07:30 3/24/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 495 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/495 David Pogue Cool new things you can do with your mobile phone In this engaging talk from the EG'08 conference, New York Times tech columnist David Pogue rounds up some handy cell phone tools and services that can boost your productivity and lower your bills (and your blood pressure). EG08 0:27:03 3/25/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 498 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/498 John Wooden Coaching for people, not points With profound simplicity, Coach John Wooden redefines success and urges us all to pursue the best in ourselves. In this inspiring talk he shares the advice he gave his players at UCLA, quotes poetry and remembers his father's wisdom. TED2001 0:17:36 3/26/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 499 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/499 Nathan Wolfe Hunting the next killer virus Virus hunter Nathan Wolfe is outwitting the next pandemic by staying two steps ahead: discovering deadly new viruses where they first emerge -- passing from animals to humans among poor subsistence hunters in Africa -- before they claim millions of lives. TED2009 0:12:20 3/26/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 500 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/500 C.K. Williams Poetry for all seasons of life Poet C.K. Williams reads his work at TED2001. As he colors scenes of childhood resentments, college loves, odd neighbors and the literal death of youth, he reminds us of the unique challenges of living. TED2001 0:23:17 3/30/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 501 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/501 Jacek Utko Can design save the newspaper? Jacek Utko is an extraordinary Polish newspaper designer whose redesigns for papers in Eastern Europe not only win awards, but increase circulation by up to 100%. Can good design save the newspaper? It just might. TED2009 0:06:05 3/31/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 502 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/502 Ueli Gegenschatz Fulfilling the dream of flight in a high-tech wingsuit Wingsuit jumping is the leading edge of extreme sports -- an exhilarating feat of almost unbelievable daring, where skydivers soar through canyons at over 100MPH. Ueli Gegenschatz talks about how (and why) he does it, and shows jawdropping film. TED2009 0:12:13 4/1/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 503 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/503 Christopher C. Deam Restyling the classic Airstream trailer In this low-key, image-packed talk from 2002, designer Christopher C. Deam talks about his makeover of an American classic: the Airstream travel trailer. TED2002 0:06:21 4/2/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 504 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/504 P.W. Singer Military robots and the future of war In this powerful talk, P.W. Singer shows how the widespread use of robots in war is changing the realities of combat. He shows us scenarios straight out of science fiction -- that now may not be so fictitious. TED2009 0:16:05 4/3/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 506 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/506 Nathaniel Kahn My father, my architect Nathaniel Kahn shares clips from his documentary "My Architect," about his quest to understand his father, the legendary architect Louis Kahn. It's a film with meaning to anyone who seeks to understand the relationship between art and love. TED2002 0:10:27 4/6/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 507 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/507 Bruce Bueno de Mesquita Three predictions on the future of Iran, and the math to back it up Bruce Bueno de Mesquita uses mathematical analysis to predict (very often correctly) such messy human events as war, political power shifts, Intifada ... After a crisp explanation of how he does it, he offers three predictions on the future of Iran. TED2009 0:19:05 4/7/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 509 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/509 Bonnie Bassler Discovering bacteria's amazing communication system Bonnie Bassler discovered that bacteria "talk" to each other, using a chemical language that lets them coordinate defense and mount attacks. The find has stunning implications for medicine, industry -- and our understanding of ourselves. TED2009 0:18:14 4/8/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 510 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/510 Emily Levine A trickster's theory of everything Philosopher-comedian Emily Levine talks (hilariously) about science, math, society and the way everything connects. She's a brilliant trickster, poking holes in our fixed ideas and bringing hidden truths to light. Settle in and let her ping your brain. TED2002 0:22:52 4/9/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 511 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/511 Renny Gleeson Busted! The sneaky moves of anti-social smartphone users In this funny (and actually poignant) 3-minute talk, social strategist Renny Gleeson breaks down our always-on social world -- where the experience we're having right now is less interesting than what we'll tweet about it later. TED2009 0:03:46 4/10/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 512 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/512 Shai Agassi A bold plan for mass adoption of 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. TED2009 0:18:06 4/13/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 515 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/515 Gregory Stock How biotech will drive our evolution 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. TED2003 0:17:51 4/14/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 516 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/516 JoAnn Kuchera-Morin Tour the AlloSphere, a stunning new way to see scientific data JoAnn Kuchera-Morin demos the AlloSphere, an entirely new way to see and interpret scientific data, in full color and surround sound inside a massive metal sphere. Dive into the brain, feel electron spin, hear the music of the elements ... TED2009 0:06:27 4/15/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 517 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/517 Tim Ferriss How to feel like the Incredible Hulk Productivity guru Tim Ferriss' fun, encouraging anecdotes show how one simple question -- "What's the worst that could happen?" -- is all you need to learn to do anything. EG 2008 0:16:25 4/15/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 518 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/518 Matthew Childs Matthew Childs' 9 life lessons from rock climbing In this talk from TED University 2009, veteran rock climber Matthew Childs shares nine pointers for rock climbing. These handy tips bear on an effective life at sea level, too. TED2009 0:04:48 4/17/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 519 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/519 Margaret Wertheim Margaret Wertheim on the beautiful math of coral Margaret Wertheim leads a project to re-create the creatures of the coral reefs using a crochet technique invented by a mathematician -- celebrating the amazements of the reef, and deep-diving into the hyperbolic geometry underlying coral creation. TED2009 0:15:33 4/20/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 520 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/520 Niels Diffrient Niels Diffrient rethinks the way we sit down Design legend Niels Diffrient talks about his life in industrial design (and the reason he became a designer instead of a jet pilot). He details his quest to completely rethink the office chair starting from one fundamental data set: the human body. TED2002 0:17:20 4/21/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 523 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/523 Erik Hersman Erik Hersman on reporting crisis via texting At TEDU 2009, Erik Hersman presents the remarkable story of Ushahidi, a GoogleMap mashup that allowed Kenyans to report and track violence via cell phone texts following the 2008 elections, and has evolved to continue saving lives in other countries. TED2009 0:03:56 4/22/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 524 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/524 Ben Katchor Ben Katchor's comics of bygone New York In this captivating talk from the TED archive, cartoonist Ben Katchor reads from his comic strips. These perceptive, surreal stories find the profound hopes and foibles of history (and modern New York) preserved in objects like light switches and signs. TED2002 0:11:11 4/22/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 521 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/521 Nate Silver Nate Silver: Does race affect votes? Nate Silver has answers to controversial questions about race in politics: Did Obama's race hurt his votes in some places? Stats and myths collide in this fascinating talk that ends with a remarkable insight on how town planning can promote tolerance. TED2009 0:09:16 4/22/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 525 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/525 Alex Tabarrok Alex Tabarrok on how ideas trump crises The "dismal science" truly shines in this optimistic talk, as economist Alex Tabarrok argues free trade and globalization are shaping our once-divided world into a community of idea-sharing more healthy, happy and prosperous than anyone's predictions. TED2009 0:14:33 4/27/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 526 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/526 Michael Merzenich Michael Merzenich on re-wiring the brain Neuroscientist Michael Merzenich looks at one of the secrets of the brain's incredible power: its ability to actively re-wire itself. He's researching ways to harness the brain's plasticity to enhance our skills and recover lost function. TED2004 0:23:07 4/28/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 527 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/527 Sarah Jones Sarah Jones as a one-woman global village In this hilariously lively performance, actress Sarah Jones channels an opinionated elderly Jewish woman, a fast-talking Dominican college student and more, giving TED2009 just a sample of her spectacular character range. TED2009 0:21:00 4/29/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 529 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/529 Laurie Garrett Laurie Garrett on lessons from the 1918 flu In 2007, as the world worried about a possible avian flu epidemic, Laurie Garrett, author of "The Coming Plague," gave this powerful talk to a small TED University audience. Her insights from past pandemics are suddenly more relevant than ever. TED2007 0:21:05 4/30/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 531 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/531 Brian Cox Brian Cox: What went wrong at the LHC In this short talk from TED U 2009, Brian Cox shares what's new with the CERN supercollider. He covers the repairs now underway and what the future holds for the largest science experiment ever attempted. TED2009 0:03:29 5/1/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 532 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/532 Sean Gourley Sean Gourley on the mathematics of war By pulling raw data from the news and plotting it onto a graph, Sean Gourley and his team have come up with a stunning conclusion about the nature of modern war -- and perhaps a model for resolving conflicts. TED2009 0:07:19 5/4/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 533 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/533 Mae Jemison Mae Jemison on teaching arts and sciences together Mae Jemison is an astronaut, a doctor, an art collector, a dancer ... Telling stories from her own education and from her time in space, she calls on educators to teach both the arts and sciences, both intuition and logic, as one -- to create bold thinker TED2002 0:14:48 5/5/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 534 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/534 Tom Shannon Tom Shannon's anti-gravity sculpture Tom Shannon shows off his gravity-defying, otherworldly sculpture -- made of simple, earthly materials -- that floats and spins like planets on magnets and suspension wire. It's science-inspired art at its most heavenly. TED2003 0:11:55 5/5/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 535 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/535 Al Gore Al Gore warns on latest climate trends At TED2009, Al Gore presents updated slides from around the globe to make the case that worrying climate trends are even worse than scientists predicted, and to make clear his stance on "clean coal." TED2009 0:07:44 5/7/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 537 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/537 Louise Fresco Louise Fresco on feeding the whole world Louise Fresco argues that a smart approach to large-scale, industrial farming and food production will feed our planet's incoming population of nine billion. Only foods like (the scorned) supermarket white bread, she says, will nourish on a global scale. TED2009 0:18:00 5/7/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 538 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/538 Seth Godin Seth Godin on the tribes we lead Seth Godin argues the Internet has ended mass marketing and revived a human social unit from the distant past: tribes. Founded on shared ideas and values, tribes give ordinary people the power to lead and make big change. He urges us to do so. TED2009 0:17:23 5/10/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 541 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/541 Eric Lewis Eric Lewis plays chaos and harmony Eric Lewis explores the piano's expressive power as he pounds and caresses the keys (and the strings) in a performance during the 2009 TED Prize session. He plays an original song, a tribute to ocean and sky and the vision of the TED Prize winners. TED2009 0:04:54 5/12/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 540 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/540 Hans Rosling Hans Rosling on HIV: New facts and stunning data visuals Hans Rosling unveils new data visuals that untangle the complex risk factors of one of the world's deadliest (and most misunderstood) diseases: HIV. He argues that preventing transmissions -- not drug treatments -- is the key to ending the epidemic. TED2009 0:09:56 5/13/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 545 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/545 Nandan Nilekani Nandan Nilekani's ideas for India's future Nandan Nilekani, visionary CEO of outsourcing pioneer Infosys, explains four brands of ideas that will determine whether India can continue its recent breakneck progress. TED2009 0:15:12 5/14/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 544 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/544 Naturally 7 Naturally 7 beatboxes a whole band One-of-a-kind R&B group Naturally 7 beatboxes an orchestra's worth of instruments to groove through their smooth single, "Fly Baby." TED2009 0:03:56 5/15/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 547 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/547 Ray Anderson Ray Anderson on the business logic of sustainability At his carpet company, Ray Anderson has increased sales and doubled profits while turning the traditional "take / make / waste" industrial system on its head. In a gentle, understated way, he shares a powerful vision for sustainable commerce. TED2009 0:15:54 5/18/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 548 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/548 Dan Ariely Dan Ariely asks, Are we in control of our own decisions? Behavioral economist Dan Ariely, the author of Predictably Irrational, uses classic visual illusions and his own counterintuitive (and sometimes shocking) research findings to show how we're not as rational as we think when we make decisions. EG 2008 0:17:26 5/19/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 549 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/549 Mary Roach Mary Roach: 10 things you didn't know about orgasm "Bonk" author Mary Roach delves into obscure scientific research, some of it centuries old, to make 10 surprising claims about sexual climax, ranging from the bizarre to the hilarious. (This talk is aimed at adults. Viewer discretion advised.) TED2009 0:16:43 5/20/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 551 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/551 Carolyn Porco Carolyn Porco: Could a Saturn moon harbor life? Carolyn Porco shares exciting new findings from the Cassini spacecraft's recent sweep of one of Saturn's moons, Enceladus. Samples gathered from the moon's icy geysers hint that an ocean under its surface could harbor life. TED2009 0:03:29 5/21/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 552 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/552 Yves Behar Yves Behar's supercharged motorcycle design Yves Behar and Forrest North unveil Mission One, a sleek, powerful electric motorcycle. They share slides from distant (yet similar) childhoods that show how collaboration kick-started their friendship -- and shared dreams. TED2009 0:02:23 5/22/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 553 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/553 Joachim de Posada Joachim de Posada says, Don't eat the marshmallow yet In this short talk from TED U, Joachim de Posada shares a landmark experiment on delayed gratification -- and how it can predict future success. With priceless video of kids trying their hardest not to eat the marshmallow. TED2009 0:05:58 5/25/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 554 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/554 Jay Walker Jay Walker on the world's English mania Jay Walker explains why two billion people around the world are trying to learn English. He shares photos and spine-tingling audio of Chinese students rehearsing English -- "the world's second language" -- by the thousands. TED2009 0:04:34 5/27/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 555 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/555 Michelle Obama Michelle Obama's plea for education Speaking at a London girls' school, Michelle Obama makes a passionate, personal case for each student to take education seriously. It is this new, brilliant generation, she says, that will close the gap between the world as it is and the world as it should be. Best of the Web 0:12:29 5/27/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 556 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/556 Jonathan Drori Jonathan Drori: Why we're storing billions of seeds In this brief talk from TED U 2009, Jonathan Drori encourages us to save biodiversity -- one seed at a time. Reminding us that plants support human life, he shares the vision of the Millennium Seed Bank, which has stored over 3 billion seeds to date from dwindling yet essential plant species. TED2009 0:06:34 5/28/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 557 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/557 Kaki King Kaki King rocks out to "Pink Noise" Kaki King, the first female on Rolling Stone's "guitar god" list, rocks out to a full live set at TED2008, including her breakout single, "Playing with Pink Noise." Jaw-dropping virtuosity meets a guitar technique that truly stands out. TED2008 0:14:49 5/29/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 558 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/558 Liz Coleman Liz Coleman's call to reinvent liberal arts education Bennington president Liz Coleman delivers a call-to-arms for radical reform in higher education. Bucking the trend to push students toward increasingly narrow areas of study, she proposes a truly cross-disciplinary education -- one that dynamically combines all areas of study to address the great problems of our day. TED2009 0:18:38 6/1/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 560 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/560 Ray Kurzweil Ray Kurzweil: A university for the coming singularity Ray Kurzweil's latest graphs show that technology's breakneck advances will only accelerate -- recession or not. He unveils his new project, Singularity University, to study oncoming tech and guide it to benefit humanity. TED2009 0:08:41 6/2/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 561 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/561 Yann Arthus-Bertrand Yann Arthus-Bertrand captures fragile Earth in wide-angle In this image-filled talk, Yann Arthus-Bertrand displays his three most recent projects on humanity and our habitat -- stunning aerial photographs in his series "The Earth From Above," personal interviews from around the globe featured in his web project "6 billion Others," and his soon-to-be-released movie, "Home," which documents human impact on the environment through breathtaking video. TED2009 0:14:54 6/3/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 562 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/562 Felix Dennis Publisher Felix Dennis' odes to vice and consequences Media big shot Felix Dennis roars his fiery, funny, sometimes racy original poetry, revisiting haunting memories and hard-won battle scars from a madcap -- yet not too repentant -- life. Best enjoyed with a glass of wine. TED2004 0:17:24 6/5/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 563 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/563 Pete Alcorn Pete Alcorn on the world in 2200 In this short, optimistic talk from TED2009, Pete Alcorn shares a vision of the world of two centuries from now -- when declining populations and growing opportunity prove Malthus was wrong. TED2009 0:03:50 6/8/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 565 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/565 Kevin Surace Kevin Surace invents eco-friendly drywall Kevin Surace suggests we rethink basic construction materials -- such as the familiar wallboard -- to reduce the huge carbon footprint generated by the manufacturing and construction of our buildings. He introduces EcoRock, a clean, recyclable and energy-efficient drywall created by his team at Serious Materials. TED2009 0:03:19 6/9/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 566 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/566 John La Grou John La Grou plugs smart power outlets John La Grou unveils an ingenious new technology that will smarten up the electrical outlets in our homes, using microprocessors and RFID tags. The invention, Safeplug, promises to prevent deadly accidents like house fires -- and to conserve energy. TED2009 0:04:12 6/9/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 570 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/570 Nancy Etcoff Nancy Etcoff on the surprising science of happiness Cognitive researcher Nancy Etcoff looks at happiness -- the ways we try to achieve and increase it, the way it's untethered to our real circumstances, and its surprising effect on our bodies. TED2004 0:19:45 6/10/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 571 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/571 Robert Full Robert Full: Learning from the gecko's tail Biologist Robert Full studies the amazing gecko, with its supersticky feet and tenacious climbing skill. But high-speed footage reveals that the gecko's tail harbors perhaps the most surprising talents of all. TED2009 0:11:54 6/11/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 572 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/572 Richard St. John Richard St. John: "Success is a continuous journey" In his typically candid style, Richard St. John reminds us that success is not a one-way street, but a constant journey. He uses the story of his business' rise and fall to illustrate a valuable lesson -- when we stop trying, we fail. TED2009 0:03:57 6/12/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 573 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/573 Jane Poynter Jane Poynter: Life in Biosphere 2 Jane Poynter tells her story of living two years and 20 minutes in Biosphere 2 -- an experience that provoked her to explore how we might sustain life in the harshest of environments. This is the first TED talk drawn from an independently organized TEDx event, held at the University of Southern California. TEDxUSC 0:15:53 6/15/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 575 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/575 Clay Shirky Clay Shirky: How social media can make history While news from Iran streams to the world, Clay Shirky shows how Facebook, Twitter and TXTs help citizens in repressive regimes to report on real news, bypassing censors (however briefly). The end of top-down control of news is changing the nature of politics. TED@State 0:15:48 6/16/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 578 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/578 Diane Benscoter Diane Benscoter on how cults rewire the brain Diane Benscoter spent five years as a "Moonie." She shares an insider's perspective on the mind of a cult member, and proposes a new way to think about today's most troubling conflicts and extremist movements. TED2009 0:06:24 6/17/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 580 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/580 Catherine Mohr Catherine Mohr: Surgery's past, present and robotic future Surgeon and inventor Catherine Mohr tours the history of surgery (and its pre-painkiller, pre-antiseptic past), then demos some of the newest tools for surgery through tiny incisions, performed using nimble robot hands. Fascinating -- but not for the squeamish. TED2009 0:18:55 6/18/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 581 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/581 Qi Zhang Qi Zhang's electrifying organ performance Organ virtuoso Qi Zhang plays her electric rendering of "Ridiculous Fellows" from Prokofiev's "The Love for Three Oranges" orchestral suite. This exhilarating performance from TEDx USC features the Yamaha Electone Stagea, a rare, imported instrument specially programmed by Qi herself. TEDxUSC 0:03:05 6/19/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 582 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/582 Philip Zimbardo Philip Zimbardo prescribes a healthy take on time Psychologist Philip Zimbardo says happiness and success are rooted in a trait most of us disregard: the way we orient toward the past, present and future. He suggests we calibrate our outlook on time as a first step to improving our lives. TED2009 0:06:34 6/22/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 584 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/584 Paul Collier Paul Collier's new rules for rebuilding a broken nation Long conflict can wreck a country, leaving behind poverty and chaos. But what's the right way to help war-torn countries rebuild? At TED@State, Paul Collier explains the problems with current post-conflict aid plans, and suggests 3 ideas for a better approach. TED@State 0:16:34 6/24/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 585 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/585 Katherine Fulton Katherine Fulton: You are the future of philanthropy In this uplifting talk, Katherine Fulton sketches the new future of philanthropy -- one where collaboration and innovation allow regular people to do big things, even when money is scarce. Giving five practical examples of crowd-driven philanthropy, she calls for a new generation of citizen leaders. TED2007 0:12:34 6/25/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 586 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/586 Ray Zahab Ray Zahab treks to the South Pole Extreme runner Ray Zahab shares an enthusiastic account of his record-breaking trek on foot to the South Pole -- a 33-day sprint through the snow. TED2009 0:05:53 6/26/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 587 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/587 Arthur Benjamin Arthur Benjamin's formula for changing math education Someone always asks the math teacher, "Am I going to use calculus in real life?" And for most of us, says Arthur Benjamin, the answer is no. He offers a bold proposal on how to make math education relevant in the digital age. TED2009 0:02:58 6/29/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 588 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/588 Gever Tulley Gever Tulley teaches life lessons through tinkering Gever Tulley usesengaging photos and footage to demonstrate the valuable lessons kids learn at his Tinkering School. When given tools, materials and guidance, these young imaginations run wild and creative problem-solving takes over to build unique boats, bridges and even a rollercoaster! TED2009 0:04:05 6/30/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 589 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/589 Daniel Libeskind Daniel Libeskind's 17 words of architectural inspiration Daniel Libeskind builds on very big ideas. Here, he shares 17 words that underlie his vision for architecture -- raw, risky, emotional, radical -- and that offer inspiration for any bold creative pursuit. TED2009 0:18:36 7/1/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 590 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/590 Eames Demetrios The design genius of Charles + Ray Eames The legendary design team Charles and Ray Eames made films, houses and classic midcentury modern furniture. Eames Demetrios, their grandson, shows rarely seen films and archival footage in a lively, loving tribute to their creative process. TED2007 0:15:08 7/6/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 591 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/591 Tom Wujec Tom Wujec on 3 ways the brain creates meaning Information designer Tom Wujec talks through three areas of the brain that help us understand words, images, feelings, connections. In this short talk from TEDU, he asks: How can we best engage our brains to help us better understand big ideas? TED2009 0:06:26 7/7/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 592 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/592 Sophal Ear Sophal Ear: Escaping the Khmer Rouge TED Fellow Sophal Ear shares the compelling story of his family's escape from Cambodia under the rule of the Khmer Rouge. He recounts his mother's cunning and determination to save her children. TED2009 0:05:57 7/8/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 594 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/594 Kary Mullis Kary Mullis' next-gen cure for killer infections Drug-resistant bacteria kills, even in top hospitals. But now tough infections like staph and anthrax may be in for a surprise. Nobel-winning chemist Kary Mullis, who watched a friend die when powerful antibiotics failed, unveils a radical new cure that shows extraordinary promise. TED2009 0:04:35 7/9/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 598 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/598 Stewart Brand Stewart Brand proclaims 4 environmental 'heresies' The man who helped usher in the environmental movement in the 1960s and '70s has been rethinking his positions on cities, nuclear power, genetic modification and geo-engineering. This talk at the US State Department is a foretaste of his major new book, sure to provoke widespread debate. TED@State 0:16:42 7/13/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 599 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/599 Olafur Eliasson Olafur Eliasson: Playing with space and light In the spectacular large-scale projects he's famous for (such as "Waterfalls" in New York harbor), Olafur Eliasson creates art from a palette of space, distance, color and light. This idea-packed talk begins with an experiment in the nature of perception. TED2009 0:09:36 7/14/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 601 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/601 Daniel Kraft Daniel Kraft invents a better way to harvest bone marrow Daniel Kraft demos his Marrow Miner -- a new device that quickly harvests life-saving bone marrow with minimal pain to the donor. He emphasizes that the adult stem cells found in bone marrow can be used to treat many terminal conditions, from Parkinson's to heart disease. TED2009 0:04:14 7/15/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 602 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/602 Jim Fallon Jim Fallon: Exploring the mind of a killer Psychopathic killers are the basis for some must-watch TV, but what really makes them tick? Neuroscientist Jim Fallon talks about brain scans and genetic analysis that may uncover the rotten wiring in the nature (and nurture) of murderers. In a too-strange-for-fiction twist, he shares a fascinating family history that makes his work chillingly personal. TED2009 0:06:32 7/16/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 603 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/603 Nina Jablonski Nina Jablonski breaks the illusion of skin color Nina Jablonski says that differing skin colors are simply our bodies' adaptation to varied climates and levels of UV exposure. Charles Darwin disagreed with this theory, but she explains, that's because he did not have access to NASA. TED2009 0:14:48 7/17/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 604 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/604 Gordon Brown Gordon Brown: Wiring a web for global good We're at a unique moment in history, says UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown: we can use today's interconnectedness to develop our shared global ethic -- and work together to confront the challenges of poverty, security, climate change and the economy. TEDGlobal 2009 0:16:43 7/21/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 605 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/605 Alain de Botton Alain de Botton: A kinder, gentler philosophy of success Alain de Botton examines our ideas of success and failure -- and questions the assumptions underlying these two judgments. Is success always earned? Is failure? He makes an eloquent, witty case to move beyond snobbery to find true pleasure in our work. TEDGlobal 2009 0:16:51 7/28/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 606 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/606 Golan Levin Golan Levin makes art that looks back at you Golan Levin, an artist and engineer, uses modern tools -- robotics, new software, cognitive research -- to make artworks that surprise and delight. Watch as sounds become shapes, bodies create paintings, and a curious eye looks back at the curious viewer. TED2009 0:15:33 7/30/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 607 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/607 Elaine Morgan Elaine Morgan says we evolved from aquatic apes Elaine Morgan is a tenacious proponent of the aquatic ape hypothesis: the idea that humans evolved from primate ancestors who dwelt in watery habitats. Hear her spirited defense of the idea -- and her theory on why mainstream science doesn't take it seriously. TEDGlobal 2009 0:17:13 7/31/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 610 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/610 Willard Wigan Willard Wigan: Hold your breath for micro-sculpture Willard Wigan tells the story of how a difficult and lonely childhood drove him to discover his unique ability -- to create art so tiny that it can't be seen with the naked eye. His slideshow of figures, as seen through a microscope, can only be described as mind-boggling. TEDGlobal 2009 0:19:43 8/3/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 613 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/613 Michael Pritchard Michael Pritchard's water filter turns filthy water drinkable Too much of the world lacks access to clean drinking water. Engineer Michael Pritchard did something about it -- inventing the portable Lifesaver filter, which can make the most revolting water drinkable in seconds. An amazing demo from TEDGlobal 2009. TEDGlobal 2009 0:09:31 8/4/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 608 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/608 Paul Romer Paul Romer's radical idea: Charter cities How can a struggling country break out of poverty if it's trapped in a system of bad rules? Economist Paul Romer unveils a bold idea: "charter cities," city-scale administrative zones governed by a coalition of nations. (Could Guant√°namo Bay become the next Hong Kong?) TEDGlobal 2009 0:18:29 8/5/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 614 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/614 Janine Benyus Janine Benyus: Biomimicry in action Janine Benyus has a message for inventors: When solving a design problem, look to nature first. There you'll find inspired designs for making things waterproof, aerodynamic, solar-powered and more. Here she reveals dozens of new products that take their cue from nature with spectacular results. TEDGlobal 2009 0:17:42 8/6/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 615 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/615 Emmanuel Jal Emmanuel Jal: The music of a war child For five years, young Emmanuel Jal fought as a child soldier in the Sudan. Rescued by an aid worker, he's become an international hip-hop star and an activist for kids in war zones. In words and lyrics, he tells the story of his amazing life. TEDGlobal 2009 0:18:03 8/7/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 618 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/618 Dan Pink Dan Pink on the surprising science of motivation Career analyst Dan Pink examines the puzzle of motivation, starting with a fact that social scientists know but most managers don't: Traditional rewards aren't always as effective as we think. Listen for illuminating stories -- and maybe, a way forward. TEDGlobal 2009 0:18:36 8/24/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 619 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/619 Eric Giler Eric Giler demos wireless electricity Eric Giler wants to untangle our wired lives with cable-free electric power. Here, he covers what this sci-fi tech offers, and demos MIT's breakthrough version, WiTricity -- a near-to-market invention that may soon recharge your cell phone, car, pacemaker. TEDGlobal 2009 0:10:09 8/25/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 620 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/620 Hans Rosling Hans Rosling: Let my dataset change your mindset Talking at the US State Department this summer, Hans Rosling uses his fascinating data-bubble software to burst myths about the developing world. Look for new analysis on China and the post-bailout world, mixed with classic data shows. TED@State 0:19:57 8/26/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 621 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/621 Natasha Tsakos Natasha Tsakos' multimedia theatrical adventure Natasha Tsakos presents part of her one-woman, multimedia show, "Upwake." As the character Zero, she blends dream and reality with an inventive virtual world projected around her in 3D animation and electric sound. TED2009 0:14:39 8/28/2009
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http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/ 622 http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/622 Cary Fowler Cary Fowler: One seed at a time, protecting the future of food The varieties of wheat, corn and rice we grow today may not thrive in a future threatened by climate change. Cary Fowler takes us inside a vast global seed bank, buried within a frozen mountain in Norway, that stores a diverse group of food-crop for whatever tomorrow may bring. TEDGlobal 2009 0:17:08 8/31/2009
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