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TED Tech

TED Tech
Artificial Intelligence
Climate Change
Renewable Energy
Generative AI
Technology
Sustainability
Social Media
Openai
Robotics
Misinformation
Creativity
Agriculture
Electric Vehicles
Mental Health
Healthcare
Artificial General Intelligence
Buildings
Energy Efficiency
Carbon Emissions
Nuclear Fusion

From the construction of virtual realities to the internet of things to the watches on our wrists—technology's influence is everywhere. Its role in our lives is evolving fast, and we're faced with riveting questions and tough challenges that sit at the intersection of technology and humanity. Listen in every Friday, with host, journalist Sherrell Dorsey, as TED speakers explore the way tech shapes... more

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Latest Episodes

Does AI pose a threat to democracy? Law professor Lawrence Lessig dissects how this emerging technology could influence democratic institutions, warning that we’ve already passed a point (before superintelligence or AGI) that deserves a lot more atte... more

We're fast approaching a world where widespread, hyper-realistic deepfakes lead us to dismiss reality, says technologist and human rights advocate Sam Gregory. What happens to democracy when we can't trust what we see? Learn three key steps to protec... more

"Democracy is more fun and inviting when you take it into your own hands," says creator and activist Sofia Ongele. Sharing how she's using coding and social media to defend democracy, Ongele invites us to identify our own creative superpowers — wheth... more

No one truly understands AI, not even experts, says Helen Toner, an AI policy researcher and former board member of OpenAI. But that doesn't mean we can't govern it. She shows how we can make smart policies to regulate this technology even as we stru... more

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James G. Robinson
Author of the memoir More Than We Expected and former Director of Data Products at The New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: The unexpected wonders of my son's short life | James G. Robinson | Your Body on Tech
Manoush Zomorodi
Author, journalist, and TED Radio Hour host who guest-curated the TED 2026 session
NPR
Episode: The unexpected wonders of my son's short life | James G. Robinson | Your Body on Tech
Yiyun Kang
Mixed-media artist working with data, immersive technologies and AI
Episode: The case for making art in a crisis | Yiyun Kang | Your Body on Tech
Dhruv Khullar
New Yorker writer and physician; associate professor at Weill Cornell Medical College
Weill Cornell Medical College
Episode: Can Ozempic end addiction? | Dhruv Khullar | Your Body on Tech
Michael Snyder
Professor of Genetics at Stanford University, Director of the Center for Genomics and Personalized Medicine
Stanford University
Episode: Why I’m obsessed with health wearables (and you should be too) | Michael Snyder | Your Body on Tech
Bernt Børnich
Norwegian roboticist
1X
Episode: Robots! (1/5): Meet NEO, your robot butler in training | Bernt Børnich
Alex Luebke
Engineer presenting Pillbot demonstration
Pillbot team
Episode: Robots! (2/5): How you could see inside your body — with a micro-robot | Alex Luebke and Vivek Kumbhari
Vivek Kumbhari
Physician-Scientist, Mayo Clinic, pilot of Pillbot
Mayo Clinic
Episode: Robots! (2/5): How you could see inside your body — with a micro-robot | Alex Luebke and Vivek Kumbhari
Catie Cuan
Choreographer and roboticist
Everyday Robots / Google Moonshot (as discussed)
Episode: Robots! (3/5): Next up for AI? Dancing robots | Catie Cuan

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Sherrell Dorsey
Host of TED Tech

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Sherrell BEST HOST EVER

    This host is just fantastic, I follow her on socials now to stay even more tapped into the podcast! Excellent selection TED team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Living Rhema Word
    United States3 months ago
  • Used to be entertaining

    And now they aren’t and seem mostly like infomercials

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    damn__tam
    United States2 years ago
  • Interesting Show, Obnoxious Ads

    3x pre-roll ads, 15 seconds of real intro, followed by 4x more long ads? Are you kidding me.

    I respect TED and benefit from their broad scope of content. That does not justify packing this many ads into your podcasts. Pushing out ad-farm episodes tarnishes the journalists’ reputations, and makes their guests look like they’re being milked for cash imo.

    I find it insulting, as if they don’t value my time, or think their podcast is more valuable than it is. A sub-20 minute podcast made of clips ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Innerspectrum
    United States2 years ago
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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nate13251
    United States2 years ago
  • It’s not sad

    If your friend can’t attend your special event and your choices are they aren’t there at all or to have some type of presence, wouldn’t having them in some form better than nothing?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    damn__tam
    United States2 years ago

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Episode quality varies but overall provides thought-provoking perspectives on technology's role in society.
Guests and hosts are credible, delivering valuable, forward-looking tech insights for a curious audience.

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The case for making art in a crisis | Yiyun Kang | Your Body on Tech
Q: What are regular people supposed to do with this information about AI?
Kang says her AI work intentionally offers no fixed answer. She wants people to consider AI's mixed potential and decide how they want to shape their lives with it.
The case for making art in a crisis | Yiyun Kang | Your Body on Tech
Q: What was the point for you that you were like, okay, it's time to figure out how we get people to connect with their bodies, with their senses to this invisible force in their lives?
Kang says easy-to-use AI interfaces have made powerful technology available to everyone while hiding how it works. That gap prompted her to make the systems behind AI visible and discussable.
The unexpected wonders of my son's short life | James G. Robinson | Your Body on Tech
Q: What do you think of technologists who say embryos could be genetically optimized to prevent devastating malformations?
Robinson says parents of medically complex children can still experience profound privilege and gratitude, and that every life has beauty regardless of its length.
The unexpected wonders of my son's short life | James G. Robinson | Your Body on Tech
Q: And how did you and your family cope during those first years?
They sought as much information as possible, collaborated with doctors, and tried to maintain a normal family life by traveling and experiencing the world together.
Your vaccine questions deserve real answers | Kizzmekia Corbett | Your Body on Tech
Q: What did you learn about your own role in communicating science during the pandemic?
I learned that science communication is not optional; it must be proactive, nuanced, and aimed at real people, because data alone don't convince everyone—transparent dialogue and listening are essential.

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Frequently Asked Questions About TED Tech

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

The collection highlights conversations at the convergence of technology, society, and policy, with a strong focus on AI, data centers, climate tech, and human-centered design. Episodes typically explore how emerging technologies reshape daily life, industry, and governance, often featuring practitioners, researchers, and policymakers who share practical scenarios, ethical considerations, and actionable insights. A standout thread is the emphasis on responsible innovation that balances efficiency with public interest, equity, and environmental impact. Listeners can expect accessible explanations of complex topics, real-world case studies, and thoughtful framing around what tech-enabled change means for communities, jobs, and policy.

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2. Manoush Zomorodi
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5. Michael Snyder
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7. Alex Luebke
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