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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.Get more brainy miscellany with TED Radio Hour+. Your subscription supports the show and unlocks a sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/ted

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Recent Guests

Martin Picard
Mitochondrial psychobiologist, professor at Columbia University
Columbia University
Episode: How to feel alive in an exhausting world
Sandeep Jauhar
Cardiologist, author of Heart, a History
Harlem Hospital? (not specified in transcript) / Talks on TED
Episode: How to mend a broken heart
Jeannie Suk Gersen
Harvard Law Professor and mediator
Harvard Law School
Episode: How to mend a broken heart
Knut Ivar Bjørlykhaug
Social worker and climate advocate
Norway climate activism
Episode: How to mend a broken heart
Hui-wen Sato
Pediatric nurse in ICU
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Episode: How to mend a broken heart
Eric Topol
Cardiologist, author of Superagers, and professor at Scripps Research
Scripps Research
Episode: How to be a "Super Ager" (it's not your genes)
Brewster Kahle
Founder of the Internet Archive
Internet Archive
Episode: Can we preserve knowledge … forever?
Meghan Sullivan
Notre Dame philosophy professor, author of The Good Life Method
University of Notre Dame
Episode: Using ancient philosophy to cope with your modern problems
Priya Lakhani
Founder of CENTURY Tech
CENTURY Tech
Episode: Could AI help us, not replace us?

Host

Manoush Zomorodi
Host of TED Radio Hour

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 28.9k ratings
  • SuperAgers Dr Eric Topolo

    We should all get the Poly-Genic Risk Factor Test. He inspired me that I am buying his book today. A must listen Ted Radio Hour.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Passdigs3
    United Statesa month ago
  • New host ruined it

    This show used to be the best on air. The topics were original and engaging, Guy deepened inquiry and did not pander. New host falls flat.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jamie lizards
    United States3 months ago
  • I really miss the old Tedv Radio hours. It was about exploration and wonder.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    kaVandje
    3 months ago
  • Negotiations

    Love the show. I learn so much from your episodes. Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KodiAliski
    United States3 months ago
  • Love it!

    Thank you for keeping the great work Manoush!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marisolpu
    Canada4 months ago

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Some listeners feel recent episodes lean too much into AI or political perspectives and prefer more diverse viewpoints.

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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.
Three mothers who shaped American history
Q: Why focus on these three mothers rather than other figures from the era?
Tubbs explains that choosing Alberta King, Louise Little, and Burtis Baldwin highlights how mothers shaped the environments in which MLK Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin developed, offering a fresh lens that centers women who were essential to their sons' paths and legacies.
What can you control in this chaotic world?
Q: What would have made me feel like that's a meaningful year, a year well lived?
Pitcher suggests starting with time goals first, prioritizing experiences and relationships.
What can you control in this chaotic world?
Q: Can you take me back to that meeting? What was the story he told you?
Pitcher recounts a tough meeting with a lottery winner who didn't feel lucky at all after facing pressure from family and friends for money.

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A show that threads big, human questions through conversations with leading thinkers and practitioners from science, technology, philosophy, and culture. Episodes often blend expert analysis with personal stories to explore how ideas shape everyday life — from aging and health to memory, learning, and the societal impact of AI. A standout trait is the curated mix of researchers, clinicians, educators, and thought leaders who translate complex topics into accessible, practical takeaways for curious listeners. This podcast tends to attract listeners who want to understand how innovations and ideas intersect with daily living, policy, and ethics, making it feel both brainy and deeply human.

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1. Martin Picard
2. Sandeep Jauhar
3. Jeannie Suk Gersen
4. Knut Ivar Bjørlykhaug
5. Hui-wen Sato
6. Eric Topol
7. Brewster Kahle
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