TED Tech
TED Tech
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 how we think about society, science, design, business, and more.Follow Sherrell on Instagram @sherrell_dorsey and on LinkedIn @sherrelldorsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 22, 2024 • 18min
Why AI is incredibly smart -- and shockingly stupid | Yejin Choi
Computer scientist Yejin Choi discusses the limitations and funny fails of AI in common-sense reasoning. She explores the benefits of training AI on human norms and values. The podcast delves into the power, pitfalls, and ethical dilemmas of AI, suggesting ways to democratize and humanize it. Innovative solutions like Paycom's Betty and Zbiotics are also highlighted.
Mar 15, 2024 • 49min
DeepMind's Demis Hassabis on the future of AI | The TED Interview
Demis Hassabis, founder of DeepMind, discusses the future and controversy of AI. Topics include AlphaGo beating world champions, gaming in tech, and the revolutionary impact of AlphaFold on protein research.
Mar 8, 2024 • 23min
Advice for leaders on creating a culture of belonging | Melonie D. Parker
Exploring Google's commitment to diversity post-George Floyd, focusing on equity and inclusion. Global impact and efforts to support underrepresented groups. Empowering leaders, payroll precision, and a new probiotic drink. Navigating challenges in DE&I programs for inclusive workplaces.
Mar 1, 2024 • 12min
Your creative superpowers can help protect democracy | Sofia Ongele
Young activist Sofia Ongele discusses using creative superpowers like coding and social media to defend democracy and spark movements. From TikTok activism to empowering public engagement through coding, the podcast explores the role of technology in civic engagement and the impact of creative skills on democratic change.
Feb 23, 2024 • 15min
The exciting, perilous journey toward AGI | Ilya Sutskever
Exploring the potential of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) to surpass human intelligence, its transformative impact on various facets of life, the promises and perils of AGI, and the importance of collaboration for its safe and beneficial development.
Feb 16, 2024 • 12min
Why you should ditch deadly fossil-fuel appliances | Donnel Baird
Energy upgrader Donnel Baird discusses the need to retrofit millions of buildings with all-electric equipment to combat the negative environmental and health effects of fossil-fuel appliances. Topics covered include the potential benefits of transitioning to cleaner energy indoors, the importance of greening buildings to combat the climate crisis, the challenges and opportunities of building electrification, collaboration with the Bezos Earth Fund, and the significance of AI and cost-effective solutions.
Feb 9, 2024 • 14min
How one small idea led to $1 million of paid water bills | Tiffani Ashley Bell
Tiffani Ashley Bell, programmer and advocate for social change, shares her inspiring story of creating monumental change by paying off water bills for people in Detroit. Discover how small actions can make a big impact, with over $100,000 paid in the first 40 days and partnerships formed to prevent eviction and homelessness.
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Feb 2, 2024 • 15min
When AI can fake reality, who can you trust? | Sam Gregory
Sam Gregory, technologist and human rights advocate, discusses the challenges of distinguishing real from fake content in an era of deep fakes. He explores the potential consequences of advances in generative AI and emphasizes the need for powerful detection technology to ensure trust in AI-generated media. Gregory warns of a future where reality can be easily fabricated and dismissed, highlighting the importance of fortifying our perception of truth.
Jan 26, 2024 • 15min
How to harness abundant, clean energy for 10 billion people | Julio Friedmann
Physicist Julio Friedmann discusses the need for abundant, sustainable, and cheap energy for 10 billion people. He explores the success stories of countries like Chile in generating green electrons and producing hydrogen and ammonia. Friedmann highlights the recipe for clean energy success, including investment in innovation and international collaborations for a sustainable future.
Jan 19, 2024 • 7min
The most important century in human history | George Zaidan
George Zaidan, TED-Ed lesson narrator, explores the potential impact of the 21st century's rapid technological growth, including artificial intelligence and existential risk. He discusses the importance of considering the impacts and harms of AGI and the significance of aligning AGIs' values with our own. The podcast also delves into the effort put into delivering coursework and promotes sponsors geeseonline.illinois.edu and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) for AI needs.
