Surgeon and writer Sherwin Nuland meditates on the idea of hope — the desire to become our better selves and make a better world. In a thoughtful 12 minutes, he explores the connection between “hope” and “change” — a fitting talk to end this week full of both. (Recorded February 2003 in Monterey, California. Duration: […]
Exciting news — 35 boxes of TED archive tapes just arrived in our New York office. We’ll be digitizing this footage, re-watching it, and turning it into TEDTalks. We’re thrilled to be able to bring you more talks from the legendary early days of TED. See more archive unboxing photos on flickr >>
What is genomics? How will it affect our lives? In this intriguing primer on the genomics revolution presented at Taste3 2008, 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. (Recorded June 2008 in Napa, California. Duration: 21:26.) […]
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. (Recorded February 2006 in Monterey, California. Duration: 16:15.) Watch Jamais Cascio’s talk on TED.com, where you can download […]
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Great design is a never-ending journey of discovery — and for this journey, it helps to pack a healthy sense of humor. Sociologist and surfer-turned-designer David Carson walks through a gorgeous, funny and wise review of his work and found images. It’s packed with quotable moments from Marshall McLuhan, William S. Burroughs and Carson. (Recorded […]
Speaking at Serious Play 2008, 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. (Recorded May 2008 in Pasadena, California. Duration: 21:56.) Watch Paula Scher’s […]
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. (Recorded in February 2004, in Monterey, California. Duration: 14:19.) Watch Joseph Pine’s talk on […]
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. (Recorded at Taste3 in July 2008, in Napa, California. Duration: 15:35.) Watch Peter […]
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. Listen for a moving meditation on the nature of vision — and for four indelible rules of life. (Recorded […]
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. (Recorded February 2006 in Monterey, California. Duration: 15:37.) Watch Rob Forbes’s talk on TED.com, where […]
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. (Recorded February 2005 in Monterey, California. Duration: 18:55.) Watch Greg Lynn’s talk on TED.com, where […]
Inventor 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. (Recorded February 2004 in Monterey, California. Duration: 15:39.) […]
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. (Recorded February 2005 in Monterey, California. Duration: 21:46.) Watch Paul Sereno’s talk on TED.com, where you can download […]
To recap: If you’ve embedded a TEDTalk in the past on your own site or blog, you will need to get a new embed code from TED. Our former embed host has left the business, and we unfortunately have to ask everyone to migrate to our new host, which means pulling replacement code. On the […]
At Serious Play 2008, 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, and how their collision changed his approach to both. (Recorded May […]