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TED Tech

TED Tech
Artificial Intelligence
Climate Change
Generative AI
Renewable Energy
Sustainability
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Technology
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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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Every time you run an AI query, a pump turns on somewhere. In Memphis, Tennessee, that pump draws from one of the purest aquifers in the world. That same water supply is already threatened by a century of industrial pollution. Community organizer Sar... more

Imagine if one day, your quiet neighborhood came alive with a steady hum… and it never went away? All throughout the United States, data centers are popping up next door and in your backyards. These buildings guzzle millions of water, cause noise pol... more

Wildlife conservationist Maya Higa did something extraordinary – and surprising. In only 21 hours, Maya reached over a million people and raised more than half a million dollars to fund a wildlife sanctuary – by livestreaming on Twitch.  Following he... more

If you’ve tried AI and felt underwhelmed — or if the constant pressure to “just play around with it” makes you want to throw your laptop across the room — you’re not alone. But according to Max Mullen, co-founder of Instacart and one of the most prac... more

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Dr. Jacoby Wilson
Professor at the University of Maryland School of Public Health, environmental health scientist
University of Maryland
Episode: The Data Center Next Door with Dr. Jacoby Wilson
Maya Higa
Licensed falconer, zookeeper, wildlife rehabilitator, and Twitch streamer; founder of Alveus Sanctuary
Alveus Sanctuary
Episode: How a wildlife conservationist is saving animals with online streaming
Max Mullen
Co-founder of Instacart; early-stage investor
Instacart; venture capital
Episode: How to make AI worth your time with Max Mullen | from WorkLife with Molly Graham
Doreen Orishaba
Managing Director of Busigo Rwanda
Busigo
Episode: The past and future of clean transportation with Doreen Orishaba, Daniel Sperling, and Gil Tal
Cindy Taff
CEO of Sage Geosystems, former Shell Oil executive
Sage Geosystems
Episode: What big oil is hiding from you with Cindy Taff and Stephanie Honchell Smith
Stephanie Honchell Smith
Historian and educator featured in TED Ed lesson
TED Ed
Episode: What big oil is hiding from you with Cindy Taff and Stephanie Honchell Smith
Yi Li
FarmWorks CEO
FarmWorks
Episode: Why we need to talk about money to save the planet with Yi Li and Brent Loken
Brent Loken
Food system scientist
Episode: Why we need to talk about money to save the planet with Yi Li and Brent Loken
Mark Miodownik
Material scientist and engineer who advocates for animate materials and self-repairing infrastructure
University College London (UCL)
Episode: What if our infrastructure could repair itself? with Mark Miodownik and Congrui Jin

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Sherrell Dorsey
Host of TED Tech

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Used to be entertaining

    And now they aren’t and seem mostly like infomercials

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    damn__tam
    United Statesa year 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

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    United Statesa year ago
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    5
    Nate13251
    United Statesa year 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?

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    United States2 years ago
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How a wildlife conservationist is saving animals with online streaming
Q: How do you see the future of conservation education evolving with these tools?
I expect broader accessibility, more citizen science initiatives, and models where audiences directly contribute to fundraising and data collection, amplifying impact beyond traditional zoos or classrooms.
How a wildlife conservationist is saving animals with online streaming
Q: What does live, interacting streaming really give you that nothing else does?
It provides real-time dialogue with viewers, allowing practical education and immediate engagement, which makes conservation messages feel personal and actionable.
How to make AI worth your time with Max Mullen | from WorkLife with Molly Graham
Q: Was there a moment that made it real for you, where you personally realized that AI was different than crypto?
Max explains that the first real moment was experiences like drafting a blog post or itinerary with AI, plus the ability to run multiple AI tools in parallel and compare results, which demonstrated tangible value beyond hype.
AI is changing how we talk and think. How can we stop it? with Adam Aleksic and Advait Sarkar
Q: What is the proposed shift in how we use AI in the knowledge worker workflow?
Move from using AI to merely complete tasks faster to using AI as a tool for thought that challenges, provokes alternative perspectives, and helps humans think more deeply and creatively.
AI is changing how we talk and think. How can we stop it? with Adam Aleksic and Advait Sarkar
Q: What is the core risk of relying on AI as a routine thinking aid?
Relying on AI can reduce critical thinking, memory retention, and the diversity of ideas, making people dependent on the tool and narrowing the range of possible solutions unless careful design and deliberate practice counteracts that tendency.

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Frequently Asked Questions About TED Tech

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

Thoughtful explorations at the intersection of technology, society, and policy, with a strong focus on how emerging tech like AI, climate tech, and data science shapes business, governance, and everyday life. Episodes frequently feature researchers, entrepreneurs, and technologists who translate complex topics—ranging from AI capabilities and limitations to sustainable energy, climate-smart agriculture, and data-driven conservation—into practical insights for decision-makers. Noteworthy are in-depth interviews with industry leaders and researchers who connect technical breakthroughs to real-world impact, plus a recurring emphasis on ethics, governance, and societal implications. The show often spotlights how technology can solve big problem... more

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5. Cindy Taff
6. Stephanie Honchell Smith
7. Yi Li
8. Brent Loken

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