Crash Course
Post-World War II Recovery: Crash Course European History
At the end of World War II, the nations of Europe were a shambles. Today we'll learn about how the various countries and blocs approached the problem of rebuilding their infrastructure and helping their residents recover. You'll learn...
TED Talks
America's Gun Crisis: Will Change Come After the Latest Tragedy?
The conversation between president and founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media Ian Bremmer and TED’s Helen Walters delves into the issue of gun violence in America. They emphasize the ease of access to firearms, including military-grade...
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Global Concerns Over U.S. Stability After Trump Assassination Attempt
president and founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media Ian Bremmer explains how world leaders are expressing deep concern about the state of American democracy following recent events, including the assassination attempt on former...
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Media Polarization and the Erosion of Accountability in American Democracy
President and founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media Ian Bremmer highlights the increasing polarization of the American media landscape, noting how media outlets like MSNBC and Fox offer divergent narratives that contribute to social...
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Bridging the Divide: Emerging Leaders, Political Polarization, and the Future of U.S. Democracy
President and founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media Ian Bremmer discusses the potential for emerging leaders in American politics who can build bridges, citing a few modern figures as examples. While he acknowledges a new generation...
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The Future of American Democracy After a Trump Assassination Attempt
Following an assassination attempt on Donald Trump at a campaign rally, president and founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media Ian Bremmer joins TED’s Helen Walters to discuss the broader implications for American politics. They explore...
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TED: Can math help repair democracy? | Sam Wang
Could math help make American democracy more responsive to the people? From detecting gerrymandered districts to predicting the impact of alternative election methods like ranked-choice voting, neuroscientist Sam Wang outlines how...
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TED: How to disagree with respect — not hate | Spencer J. Cox
Spencer J. Cox, Republican governor of the state of Utah in the United States, says that even in these deeply polarized times, it's still possible to disagree without hate or contempt. He shows how this idea sparked a viral campaign ad...
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TED: Democracy requires disagreement. Here's how to do it better | Bret Stephens and Yordanos Eyoel
As authoritarian leaders challenge democratic institutions around the world, some people are questioning whether democracy is even the best political system. In a wide-ranging conversation, writer Bret Stephens and social entrepreneur...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: How could so many people support Hitler? | Joseph Lacey
Philosopher Hannah Arendt was a German Jew who dedicated herself to understanding how the Nazi regime came to power, and more specifically, how it inspired so many atrocities. She believed the true conditions behind the unprecedented...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: How to prevent political corruption | Stephanie Honchell Smith
Corruption is often defined as misuse of a position of power for personal gain. And while corruption in politics is nothing new, it isn't limited to the political sphere; it can happen in schools, sports, businesses, or religious...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The true story behind the legend of the 47 Rōnin | Adam Clulow
Asano Naganori, lord of Akō domain, fixed his gaze on Kira Yoshinaka, a senior master of ceremony. Asano extended his short sword, charged through the castle, and struck Kira. While the wound wasn’t fatal, its consequences would be. What...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: What happened when these 6 dictators took over | Stephanie Honchell Smith
Under certain conditions, the idea of a dictator can sound appealing, like when a democracy isn’t functioning as it should due to corruption or political polarization. People may believe the solution is a "benevolent dictator"— a leader...
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TED: An optimist's take on reskilling in the age of AI | Sagar Goel
One in three workers globally will see their jobs disrupted by AI and tech advancements this decade — but there's a way to stay ahead of the curve. Skill-building strategist Sagar Goel shares practical examples from a partnership with...
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TED: How far away is a ceasefire? An update on Gaza and the Rafah invasion | Ian Bremmer
In an exploration of conflict and diplomacy, president and founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media Ian Bremmer joins TED's Helen Walters to unravel the ideological underpinnings, contrasting objectives and humanitarian crises defining...
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TED: How the US is destroying young people's future | Scott Galloway
In a scorching talk, marketing professor and podcaster Scott Galloway dissects the data showing that, by many measures, young people in the US are worse off financially than ever before. He unpacks the root causes and effects of this...
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TED: The US has a teacher shortage — here's how to fix it | Randy Seriguchi Jr.
How much should we invest in teachers, and what should new investment actually involve? Education innovator Randy Seriguchi Jr. suggests the US should create a "G.I. Bill" for teachers, with a particular emphasis on uplifting Black male...
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TED: How to be an active citizen and spark change | Gabriel Marmentini
What does it mean to be an active citizen? It's about more than just voting and paying taxes, says social entrepreneur Gabriel Marmentini. He explains why we can't rely on the state alone to solve all our problems — and presents the four...
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TED: How to spot authoritarianism — and choose democracy | Ian Bassin
Democracy is about having choices — and authoritarianism is about not having them, says lawyer and writer Ian Bassin. Detailing the seven steps of the authoritarian playbook, he invites us all to put aside our differences and rethink our...
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TED: The US vs. itself — and other top global risks in 2024 | Ian Bremmer
2024 will be a dangerous year for the world, says Ian Bremmer, president and founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media. Forecasting the top geopolitical risks set to play out in the months to come, he untangles what's in store for the war...
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TED: An Israeli and a Palestinian talk peace, dignity and safety | Ali Abu Awwad and Ami Dar
Israel and Palestine have grappled with enduring territorial disputes and complex geopolitical tensions across generations. In this profound TED Membership conversation, Palestinian peace activist Ali Abu Awwad and Israeli founder of...
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TED: Meet mini-grids — the clean energy solution bringing power to millions | Tombo Banda
Hundreds of millions of people lack access to electricity in Sub-Saharan Africa, relying on highly polluting diesel and firewood for power and light. Working to brighten the future in her home country of Malawi and beyond, energy access...
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TED: How to bridge political divides — from two friends on opposing sides | Samar Ali and Clint Brewer
On paper, law professor Samar Ali and public affairs strategist Clint Brewer seem to come from very different — and perhaps opposing — backgrounds. But their friendship shows why political polarization in the US isn't as intractable as...
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TED: What makes someone vote against their political party? | Sarah Longwell
Our brains are hardwired to crave community and belonging — a tribal instinct that drives politics in the United States, says political strategist Sarah Longwell. She shares what she learned trying to convince people to vote against...