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TED Radio Hour

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Exploring the biggest questions of our time with the help of the world's greatest thinkers. Host Manoush Zomorodi inspires us to learn more about the world, our communities, and most importantly, ourselves. Support public media by joining NPR+ at plus.npr.org. You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including sponsor-free listening for TED Radio Hour.

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Our senses help us navigate everyday life. But can they also reveal what lies beyond our perception? This hour, TED speakers explore the hidden world through the senses. Guests include astronomer Mark Whittle, chemosensory researcher Paule Joseph and... more

Climate action usually means sacrifice: eat less meat, buy less, drive less. What if there's another approach? Researcher Elizabeth Dunn shares climate hacks that help the planet AND make us happier.

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Medicine keeps advancing. Trust is falling behind. This hour, TED speakers explore why the future of healthcare depends not only on innovation, but also on listening, humility and honesty.

Guests include viral immunologist Kizzmekia Corbett-Helaire ... more

Writer Anne Lamott has gained a cult following through shockingly honest prose on love, death, faith, writing and more. This hour, her wisdom from a career spanning 21 books and some 40 years.

This episode originally aired April 2024.

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Recent Guests

Elizabeth Dunn
Social psychologist and co-author of Leave the Lights On
University of British Columbia
Episode: Less guilt, more joy: A new chapter for climate action
Zhang Zhao
Climate expert, colleague of Dunn, known as Jay-Z
University of British Columbia
Episode: Less guilt, more joy: A new chapter for climate action
Kizmikia Corbett
Viral immunologist, Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health; scientific lead on Moderna COVID vaccine
Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health
Episode: Trusting medicine in an age of doubt
James Robinson
Author of More Than We Expected, father of Nadav
Author
Episode: Trusting medicine in an age of doubt
Anne Lamott
Best-selling author and TED speaker known for exploring addiction, faith, motherhood, and forgiveness in memoirs and essays
Author
Episode: Addiction, motherhood and Jesus with writer Anne Lamott
Dhruv Kular
Physician at Weill Cornell Medicine, health policy researcher, writer for The New Yorker
Weill Cornell Medicine; The New Yorker
Episode: Rethinking addiction in the age of Ozempic
Eric Zimmer
Host of The One You Feed and author
The One You Feed; Author
Episode: Rethinking addiction in the age of Ozempic
Naima Raza
Journalist and host of Smart Girl, Dumb Questions
NPR; TED
Episode: Rethinking addiction in the age of Ozempic
Michael Snyder
Stanford genetics professor
Stanford University
Episode: Tracking what your body needs

Host

Manoush Zomorodi
Host of TED Radio Hour

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 29k ratings
  • Best show

    Best podcast out there for me. Wish it released a new podcast daily 😁

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hsku
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excelente podcast, na escolha de temas, convidados, edição. Tudo perfeito. Obrigada!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Ana Bahia
    a month ago
  • Love this show

    I look forward to listening to Maroush every week!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    coders05
    Canadaa month ago
  • Trusting medicine in an age of doubt

    Informative episode. Incredible story of a family experience with very sick child. Only wish they would have touched on how they avoided medical bankruptcy.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Svic64
    United Statesa month ago
  • Wonderful education

    This show is amazing. I just finished listening to “The State of Fashion.” It truly will change the way I interact with mail order goods . The amount of waste that we contribute to is intolerable (because it all seems the norm). In fact, it is largely in our hands. I swear that I will change my behaviors. Thank you, Ted, for all that you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SPWilds
    United States2 months ago

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The show consistently delivers thoughtful, well-researched episodes with human-centered storytelling.
Some episodes have sparked debate on AI and policy, highlighting the host's balanced, thoughtful moderation.
Listeners appreciate the mix of expert insight and personal narratives around complex topics.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#19
United States/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#16
United States/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#15
Canada/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#37
United Kingdom/Technology
Spotify
#44
Australia/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#16
Australia/Technology

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Less guilt, more joy: A new chapter for climate action
Q: How does the book address the idea that individual action is meaningless?
The hosts emphasize that individual actions accumulate and influence others, and governance and business actions are important, but individuals still have a critical, real role in shaping collective outcomes through visible, joyful changes.
Less guilt, more joy: A new chapter for climate action
Q: What are some concrete examples of these 'sweet spots' in daily life?
Examples include choosing vegetarian options at meals, reducing long-haul flights by prioritizing closer trips, and making everyday choices like bike commuting and intelligent online shopping that save emissions while increasing personal happiness.
Less guilt, more joy: A new chapter for climate action
Q: Before we get into sort of what you discovered, can we talk about how sentiment towards talking about climate change has changed?
The discussion notes that doom-and-gloom messaging boosted short-term attention but reduced willingness to take effortful action; shifting to a joyful, empowered approach helps people feel capable and motivated to act over the long term.
The TED talk that put writer Pico Iyer in “Marty Supreme”
Q: What was it like to improvise lines and work with non-actors on set?
Iyer describes the shoot as radically different from traditional filmmaking, with improvised dialogue, rolling cameras, and a highly collaborative atmosphere that demanded quick thinking and flexibility, which ultimately helped him bring a unique energy to his character.
The TED talk that put writer Pico Iyer in “Marty Supreme”
Q: Tell me the story of how Pico Iyer ended up cast in Marty Supreme.
Pico explains that the director Josh Safdie saw his TED talk on ping pong and thought his persona would fit a stern, official role in the film, leading to a careful yet resisted invitation to join the project; after some hesitation due to inexperience with acting, he agreed as the project schedule was adjusted to accommodate him, and the collaboration proved to be a major, rewarding challenge.

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A thoughtful exploration of big questions at the intersection of science, technology, and human experience. Episodes frequently pair expert insight (from immunology and aging to AI ethics and wearables) with intimate, personal narratives that illuminate how innovations affect health, learning, and everyday life. The show stands out for its human-centered approach, blending rigorous analysis with stories that emphasize empathy, resilience, and the social implications of tech and medicine. Listeners likely include curious professionals and lifelong learners who want approachable explanations of complex topics, practical takeaways, and perspectives from leading researchers, physicians, and thinkers.

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2. Zhang Zhao
3. Kizmikia Corbett
4. James Robinson
5. Anne Lamott
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7. Eric Zimmer
8. Naima Raza

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