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Whatever your business conundrum, there’s a TED Talk for that — whether you want to learn how to land that promotion, set smart goals, undo injustice at work, or unlock the next big innovation. Every Monday, host Modupe Akinola of Columbia Business School presents the most powerful and surprising ideas that illuminate the business world. After the talk, you'll get a mini-lesson from Modupe on how ... more

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Passion doesn't drive work — fascination does, says venture capitalist and author Bill Gurley. Drawing on years of research into the lives of high achievers, he shows why obsessive, lifelong learning is the real engine of career excellence. After, Mo... more

Can a five-minute walk change how you feel all day? Exercise scientist Keith Diaz shows how your body is built for the kind of movement that modern life has quietly erased — and suggests something refreshingly doable: making time for small doses of m... more

We can't get rid of anxiety and depression, so we might as well talk about it, says depression truth-teller Adam Whybrew. Sharing his own experience with mental illness, he reveals the surprising benefits of opening up about stress at work — and why ... more

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Recent Guests

Keith Diaz
Columbia University Medical Center Physiologist
Columbia University
Episode: What sitting all day does to your brain and body | Keith Diaz | Your Body on Tech
Adam Whybrew
Director at BCG, depression truth teller
Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
Episode: Modupe's Top 5 (#1): Why you should talk about your anxiety at work | Adam Whybrew
Valerie Montgomery Rice
President and CEO of Morehouse School of Medicine
Morehouse School of Medicine
Episode: Modupe's Top 5 (#2): How to break through fear and become a leader | Valerie Montgomery Rice
Barry Sonnenfeld
Film and television director
Director, Barry Sonnenfeld
Episode: Modupe's Top 5 (#3): How to get people to do what you want | Barry Sonnenfeld
James Rhee
Impact Investor and former CEO of Ashley Stewart
Ashley Stewart
Episode: Modupe's Top 5 (#4): The value of kindness at work | James Rhee
Aisha Nyandoro
Nonprofit leader
Magnolia Mothers Trust
Episode: Modupe's Top 5 (#5): What does "wealth" mean to you? | Aisha Nyandoro
Suresh Subudhi
Travel industry expert
Episode: Why overtourism could ruin your next vacation | Suresh Subudhi
Melissa M. Mikus
leadership expert
TEDxBCG
Episode: A simple solution to fix workplace miscommunication | Melissa M. Mikus
Jessica Kriegel
Workplace culture expert
Speaker and author
Episode: The counterintuitive secret of leadership | Jessica Kriegel

Host

Modupe Akinola
Host of TED Business, affiliated with Columbia Business School; leads with research-backed perspectives on leadership and organizational behavior.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 3k ratings
  • More commercials than content

    I get that things cost money and advertising and subscriptions pay for the show, but each episode spends the first few minutes sharing ads, then a short introduction, then more ads before getting into the meat of the topic. Then the show continues to be so interrupted by ads that there’s no time to get into a topic. After a 15 minute I feel like I received as much info as reading a two paragraph article. I love other TED programs, but this one feels like it exists just to sell ads.

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    @coletteg
    United Statesa month ago
  • 1/3 of the show are commercials

    Ironic to whatever it tries to lecture… way too excessive

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    Yuan @ business
    United States6 months ago
  • 为什么听不了

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    nanceeeeeeeey
    China6 months ago
  • 听不了

    听不了

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    噼里啪啦3412267
    China8 months ago
  • Good content, too many ads

    Lots of great speakers and talks, but I don’t think I can listen anymore with the number of ads. It’s insane.

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    Tacoboi
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

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Guests bring practical frameworks listeners can apply at work.
Hosts synthesize complex topics into actionable steps for professionals.
Varied guest mix keeps content fresh and relevant to business leadership.
Ads are frequent and sometimes distract from content, per some listeners.
Long-form discussions balance big ideas with tangible takeaways.

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#191
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#215
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#59
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#71
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#157
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#206
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What sitting all day does to your brain and body | Keith Diaz | Your Body on Tech
Q: What are the implications for workplaces and schools, and how can policies help?
Policies should normalize movement by embedding short, frequent breaks into the day, redesigning spaces to facilitate movement, and promoting cues that align with everyday routines—so movement becomes an expected part of work and learning rather than an exception.
What sitting all day does to your brain and body | Keith Diaz | Your Body on Tech
Q: If the ideal is five minutes of movement every half hour, why do people struggle to maintain that pace in real life?
People struggle due to ingrained workplace norms and the perception that breaks interrupt productivity, but real-world data show that people respond positively to movement breaks, reporting better mood and energy, and the breaks can be integrated through walking meetings and desk-based contractions without sacrificing work.
What sitting all day does to your brain and body | Keith Diaz | Your Body on Tech
Q: Can you explain, like, how long is sitting for too long going to cause these problems and what exactly is the mechanism?
The mechanism involves muscles acting as regulators of metabolism and the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the brain; when you sit for long periods, muscles become dry and less effective at processing glucose, reducing cerebral blood flow and contributing to fatigue and cognitive slowdown. Regular, small contractions keep a moist 'muscle sponge' that helps maintain metabolic and brain health.
Modupe's Top 5 (#5): What does "wealth" mean to you? | Aisha Nyandoro
Q: What does wealth mean to you, and how should communities rethink it?
Wealth should be defined by agency, dignity, and the ability to fulfill essential needs and dreams, not just by bank balances or material possessions. Real wealth includes support systems like guaranteed income that empower families to plan for their futures and live with less stress.
Why overtourism could ruin your next vacation | Suresh Subudhi
Q: But what role can we, the travelers, play in protecting the places we love to visit and want to preserve?
Travelers can grow with the industry by embracing behaviors that prioritize livability and authenticity, use technology to avoid crowding, and participate in meaningful experiences that benefit locals, turning travel into a joyful, reciprocal exchange.

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What is TED Business about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A business-focused interview series that highlights practical frameworks, leadership lessons, and market insights from a diverse set of guests spanning philanthropy, finance, technology, architecture, and sustainability. Episodes frequently center on personal mission statements, negotiation skills, listening and communication, capitalism and climate, inclusive entrepreneurship, and real-world case studies. A notable strength is translating TED-style talks into actionable takeaways for listeners, often anchored by thoughtful hosts who synthesize ideas into applicable steps. The show tends to attract professionals seeking strategic thinking, actionable frameworks, and inspiration from high-impact leaders and researchers, with occasional debat... more

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8. Melissa M. Mikus

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