TED Talks are 10 – 15 minute talks in which a knowledgeable person provides unique information about a topic.<\/p>\n
David Finnigan talks about what happened when he tried to mount his play “Kill Climate Deniers.” He usefully asks, “If you believe something but you act like you don’t believe it, do you really believe it?” A Controversial Play \u2014 and What It Taught Me About the Psychology of Climate | David Finnigan | TED<\/a><\/p>\n Sarah Edmonson points out that nobody joins a cult on purpose, and gives tips for spotting one. She was formerly a member of Nxivm, whose leader is now in prison.<\/p>\n How to Spot a Cult | Sarah Edmondson | TED<\/a><\/p>\n Jordan Klepper, from The Daily Show<\/strong>, has been all around the US talking to people. He gives some tips for talking with people you disagree with — he suggests that we try to be more vulnerable, and to concede something.<\/p>\n A Comedian\u2019s Take on How to Save Democracy | Jordan Klepper | TED<\/a><\/p>\n Malcolm Gladwell, author of The Tipping Point<\/strong> and other books I’ve read, explains here that he was wrong about the “broken windows” theory of crime. He goes on to make a larger point about acknowledging you could be wrong.<\/p>\n The Tipping Point I Got Wrong | Malcolm Gladwell | TED<\/a><\/p>\n Nick Hanauer, a guy who became immensely rich because of capitalism, explains the flaws in the economics that is currently widely accepted. He espouses a new economics that is more equitable, prosperous, and sustainable.<\/p>\n The dirty secret of capitalism — and a new way forward | Nick Hanauer<\/a><\/p>\n Luis Von Ahn, one of the creators of Duolingo, describes how they made learning a new language almost as addictive as social media apps. He wanted a way to deliver education to poor people around the world.<\/p>\n
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