
TED Radio Hour
Listen Again: School Of Life (2020)
Sep 24, 2021
Stacey Abrams, a lawyer and political powerhouse, shares her journey from a high school valedictorian to advocating for marginalized voices in politics. Tracy Edwards, the first woman to lead an all-female sailing crew, recounts her transformative experiences navigating a male-dominated world. Alvin Irby emphasizes fostering a love for reading among Black boys through initiatives like Barbershop Books, while Ash Beckham highlights the challenges of identity and the importance of empathy in LGBTQ advocacy. Together, they explore profound life lessons beyond traditional education.
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