Bel Trew, a conflict journalist advocating for empathetic and truthful war reporting, passionately argues for a transformation in how war journalism is approached. She highlights the ethical dilemmas journalists face and shares heart-wrenching stories from conflict zones, like a teenager's search for his mother in Ukraine. Trew emphasizes the need to move beyond violence to focus on the human toll of war, advocating for stories that foster compassion and understanding, offering a way to heal a fractured world.

Sustainability scientist Jonathan Foley discusses the impact of food production on climate change, proposing solutions like cutting emissions, reducing food waste, promoting plant-based diets, and sustainable farming practices to address the environmental challenges.

Environmental advocate, Millie Chu Baird, discusses the importance of tracking global methane emissions using the MethaneSat satellite to combat climate change. This technology provides real-time data to reduce methane emissions from oil and gas facilities, with the goal of inspiring global change.

Marriage and family therapist Lambers Fisher shares four principles to navigate and learn from offending loved ones, emphasizing trust and empathy. He discusses strengthening relationships through communication, understanding unintentional offenses, embracing ignorance for growth, and reassuring hurt individuals for better connections.

Broadway star Brian Stokes Mitchell and theater director Lear deBessonet discuss the power of arts in uniting communities. They highlight the transformative impact of collective expression through theater productions, encouraging inclusivity and connection. Mitchell's emotional performance of 'The Impossible Dream' exemplifies the message of courage and perseverance in the arts.

Dr. Jen Gunter and a nephrologist debunk hydration myths in a fascinating discussion. They explore the history of the 8 glasses a day myth, the impact of the sports drink industry, and the importance of proper hydration for overall health and kidney function. The podcast also touches on skin benefits, brain function, and the truth about caffeine as a diuretic.

Leadership expert Michael Timms discusses the importance of self-accountability and offers three habits to empower positive change. He emphasizes leading by example, personal accountability habits, and embracing systems thinking for sustainable solutions.

Emmy-winning drag icon RuPaul Charles shares insights on bravery, brilliance, and humor in a rapid-fire Q&A, highlighting the power of drag and self-awareness. He discusses wisdom in adulthood, pursuing dreams, and valuable advice received. RuPaul also talks about the origins of his name, favorite individuals, and passion for TV. The episode offers a look at the Defender 110 vehicle and a TED talk by RuPaul in 2024, with a preview of the next Ted Radio Hour episode on NPR.

NYU marketing professor Scott Galloway discusses the generational wealth gap, housing costs, social media's impact on mental health, and solutions for young people. He advocates for reforms like increasing minimum wage and universal pre-K to address these pressing issues.

Hartmut Neven, founder of Google Quantum AI, delves into the world of quantum computing, explaining how it harnesses parallel universes for superpowers. He discusses quantum physics vs binary logic, the potential for breakthroughs in medicine, sustainable energy, AI, and neuroscience, and the roadmap to building the ultimate quantum computer.