There are two sides to every coin — and sometimes our strengths become weaknesses. This hour, TED speakers explore the mixed blessings and volatile flip sides of mental health, parenting and AI. Guests include developmental psychologist Yuko Munakata, entrepreneur Andy Dunn and AI researcher Yejin Choi. TED Radio Hour+ subscribers now get access to bonus episodes, with more ideas from TED speakers and a behind the scenes look with our producers. A Plus subscription also lets you listen to regular episodes (like this one!) without sponsors. Sign-up at plus.npr.org/ted.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Yuko Munakata, a developmental psychologist, discusses the unpredictable nature of parenting and emphasizes how genetics can shape a child's personality more than environmental factors. Andy Dunn, an entrepreneur, shares his journey navigating bipolar disorder while building a successful business, revealing the interplay between mental health and entrepreneurship. Yejin Choi, an AI researcher, highlights the importance of common sense in AI development and the ethical challenges of programming technology responsibly. Together, they explore the double-edged nature of modern parenting, mental health, and technology.