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TED Tech

TED Tech
Artificial Intelligence
Climate Change
Battery Recycling
AGI
Circular Economy
Environmental Impact
Renewable Energy
Openai
Lithium-Ion Batteries
Healthcare
Social Entrepreneurship
Human Rights
Carbon Emissions
Water Bills
EU AI Act
Stroke
ALS
Alzheimer's Disease
Brain-Computer Interface
Paralysis

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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Jacqueline Novogratz
Founder and CEO of Acumen
Acumen
Episode: Tech Solutions (#4): How organizations can grow in a post-aid world (with Jacqueline Novogratz)
Dr. Xu Hao
Vice President of Sustainable Social Value at Tencent
Tencent
Episode: Tech Solutions (#3): How one of China’s biggest tech companies is tackling carbon removal (with Xu Hao)
Juan Lavista Ferres
Chief Scientist and Lab Director at Microsoft's AI for Good Research Lab
Microsoft
Episode: Tech Solutions (#2): How to balance the AI boom and environmental responsibility (with Juan M. Lavista Ferres)
Josephine Waweru
Smallholder farmer from Sagana, Kenya
Episode: Tech Solutions (#1): The affordable tech that will revolutionize farming (with Samir Ibrahim and Josephine Waweru)
Ilia Shumailov
Computer scientist discussing AI model collapse
University of Oxford
Episode: When AI Cannibalizes Its Data | NPR's Short Wave
Megan J. McArdle
Columnist at The Washington Post
Episode: I’ll probably lose my job to AI. Here’s why that’s OK | Megan J. McArdle
Pat Wood
Chairman of the Texas Public Utility Commission
Texas Public Utility Commission
Episode: How Texas became America’s biggest producer of wind energy
Jenny Du
Engineer and chemist, co-founder of Apeel Sciences
Apeel Sciences
Episode: Interview: The plant-based coating that is eliminating food spoilage | Jenny Du
Harvey Mason Jr.
Songwriter and head of the Recording Academy
Recording Academy
Episode: A survival guide for musicians in the age of AI | Harvey Mason jr.

Host

Sherrell Dorsey
Host of TED Tech, journalist, and technology advocate

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 States8 months 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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    3
    Innerspectrum
    United States9 months ago
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    5
    Nate13251
    United States10 months 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 Statesa year ago
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    United Statesa year ago

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The podcast is recommended for those wanting to stay informed on technological advancements and their implications for society.
Listeners appreciate the depth and insight provided by expert guests, often noting the thought-provoking nature of discussions.
Some feedback indicates concerns about the abundance of advertisements disrupting the flow of content, detracting from the overall experience.

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#118
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#112
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Tech Solutions (#3): How one of China’s biggest tech companies is tackling carbon removal (with Xu Hao)
Q: What do you believe is the role of corporations like Tencent in the climate movement today?
Corporations should first focus on creating sustainability value, which will eventually lead to business value in the long run.
Tech Solutions (#3): How one of China’s biggest tech companies is tackling carbon removal (with Xu Hao)
Q: What do you see as the single biggest misconception or challenge that needs to be overcome for some of these carbon removal technologies?
The biggest challenge is the high cost of carbon removal technologies, which prevents widespread adoption.
Tech Solutions (#2): How to balance the AI boom and environmental responsibility (with Juan M. Lavista Ferres)
Q: What are some of those trends in AI or in data science you believe hold some of the most promise for accelerating these efforts?
Juan identifies health care and conservation as key areas where AI can make a substantial impact, especially in improving access and measurement.
Tech Solutions (#2): How to balance the AI boom and environmental responsibility (with Juan M. Lavista Ferres)
Q: As the Chief Scientist for AI for Good, how's your team approaching the challenges of developing as well as deploying this technology?
Juan discusses the importance of balancing AI's development with its environmental impact, emphasizing renewable energy and efficiency.
Tech Solutions (#1): The affordable tech that will revolutionize farming (with Samir Ibrahim and Josephine Waweru)
Q: What gives you hope?
Josephine expresses hope for her generation and future generations to create meaningful change through good practices in farming.

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Focusing on the intersection of technology and humanity, this podcast explores the profound impact of technological innovations on various aspects of life, including society, science, design, and business. Each episode features interviews with prominent TED speakers and industry experts who share insights on pressing issues such as climate change, the role of AI, sustainable practices, and the future of work. The discussions are likely to be thought-provoking, drawing listeners into a deeper understanding of how technology shapes our world and the challenges that arise from its rapid evolution.

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Recent guests on TED Tech include:

1. Jacqueline Novogratz
2. Dr. Xu Hao
3. Juan Lavista Ferres
4. Josephine Waweru
5. Ilia Shumailov
6. Megan J. McArdle
7. Pat Wood
8. Jenny Du

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