300 Years of Classical Music in 18 Minutes | Joshua Bell | TED
AdultsHistoryMusicDoes the world still need classical music? What about orchestras? In this gorgeous talk and performance, violinist Joshua Bell and the Chamber Orchestra of America play selections of classical music masterpieces — from Mozart’s Symphony No. 25 to Schubert’s Unfinished Symphony and more — sharing why this art form remains a singularly unifying force.
This is the natural disaster to worry about
AdultsEnvironmentGeologyNatural DisastersThe strange natural material that reshaped the world.
Primitive Technology: 2.5 m Natural draft furnace experiment
AdultsEngineeringExperimentsTechnologyI built a 2.5 m tall furnace to see if it could get hot enough to smelt iron by natural draft alone. Such furnaces work by the stack effect where the tall furnace causes negative pressure inducing an air flow from the base of the furnace and out the top.
How to Eat High Protein without Wasting your Money.
AdultsFinanceFoodHealth...Want to hit your protein goals without emptying your wallet? A high-protein diet is essential for building muscle, losing fat, and staying full, but it can get expensive FAST. In this video, we break down the ultimate guide to eating high protein on a budget. Stop wasting money and start making smarter choices at the grocery store today!
One neuroscientist’s deep dive into perception and reality | Christof Koch
AdultsNeuroscienceScienceEverything you experience is filtered through your brain, and everyone’s brain is different. Neuroscientist Christof Koch explains how understanding this can deepen your connection to the world around you.
I Went INSIDE a Nuclear Cooling Tower
AdultsAdventureEngineeringNuclear...In June 2025 I was not only asked to speak at the International Atomic Energy Agency (!), I got the extremely rare opportunity to tour the INSIDE of a nuclear cooling tower. Join me in Slovakia as we explain the genius engineering of the most iconic structure in the nuclear industry.
What are truffles, and why are they so expensive? - Carolyn Beans
AdultsAgricultureBiologyEconomy...Dig into the truffle’s unique and mysterious biology to find out what makes them so rare and the limitations of farming them.
How 2000 Weavers Got Us To The Moon
AdultsEngineeringHistorySpace...In the 1960s, NASA’s engineers were building the Apollo spacecraft. But they ran into a major problem that almost prevented them from getting to the moon. To solve it, they brought in some unexpected help: expert weavers.
The Drug To Master Reality
AdultsBiologyHealthPsychology...From study sessions to dance floors, amphetamines can feel like a shortcut to superhuman focus and energy. Why do they work so well? What happens to your body once you take them? And what toll does it take on your health?
Jane Goodall: The Hope (Full Episode) | SPECIAL | National Geographic
AdultsAnimalsConservationEnvironment...JANE GOODALL: THE HOPE illustrates how one woman’s passion for wildlife and unshakable drive have persevered and set an example for future generations.
The Science of Making Fruits and Veggies Last Longer | Jenny Du | TED
AdultsEnvironmentFoodInnovation...It's a hard nut to crack: in order to prevent food waste, we rely on plastic packaging and refrigeration, which harm the environment. What if we could turn to nature to address these challenges?
How to uncover your best ideas
AdultsAnimationCreativityEducation...This is episode 2 of the animated series, “Public Speaking 101.” Ideas change everything — and since language lets us share our ideas, learning how to use it well gives speakers the power to inspire people and even change how they think.
You've Been Misled About The Water Cycle
AdultsEducationEnvironmentScienceIn school, you probably learned about the water cycle with a diagram. The problem is…it’s wrong – or at the very least, pretty misleading.
How to Spot Fake AI Photos | Hany Farid | TED
AdultsArtificial IntelligenceEducationPhotography...How do you know if that shocking photo in your feed is real, or just another AI fake? Digital forensics expert Hany Farid explains how he helps journalists, courts and governments find structural errors in AI-generated images, offering four practical tips everyday individuals can use when facing the internet’s war on reality.