Beyond the Talk: Deja Foxx on finding alternative online spaces
"Teen girls have solutions to save us from some of our biggest problems," says digital strategist Deja Foxx. Following her talk at TED2025, she joins Elise Hu, host of TED Talks Daily, to discuss the power, innovation and intelligence of teen girls — especially amid a rise in online platforms censoring women's health and creativity. Foxx reflects on how she went viral for speaking up at a town hall meeting, talks about the importance of carving out space for a different kind of internet and shares some of the women-led platforms uplifting female creatives. She also explores her journey into politics and shows how anyone can practice civic engagement, both online and offline. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6 Okt 26min
Going viral taught me the internet is broken — but fixable | Deja Foxx
Digital strategist Deja Foxx went viral for speaking up at a town meeting — and then learned the harsh cost of being in social media’s crosshairs. She welcomes us to the “girl internet,” a growing ecosystem of women-led platforms that prioritize privacy, community and respect. "We’re building a new, better way of being online, no matter your generation or your gender," she says. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6 Okt 11min
Sunday Pick: How Texas became America’s biggest producer of wind energy | Speed & Scale
This is the surprising story of how Texas – rich in oil and gas – became America's biggest producer of wind energy. For our first episode, Ryan and Anjali talk with Pat Wood, once George W. Bush’s right hand man and head of Texas's Public Utility Commission, to uncover the innovative approach that turned Texas into a renewable energy powerhouse. It’s a story about what could get done before partisan politics got in the way of good climate policy, and it shows that economic incentives for consumers, government, and companies can play a huge role in supercharging clean energy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5 Okt 28min
Your relationship expectations could be holding you back | Stephanie R. Yates-Anyabwile (re-release)
What if the secret to a happy relationship isn’t following the rules, but rewriting them? In this refreshing talk, couples therapist Stephanie R. Yates-Anyabwile explores why letting go of traditional societal expectations of romantic relationships — like sharing the same routines or even, in some cases, living together — can help couples embrace their individuality, reduce conflict and build stronger, more fulfilling connections. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4 Okt 10min
Can AI make us more human? A social psychologist and a business leader answer | Heidi Grant and Barry Cooper
As AI continues to integrate into our workplaces, how do we ensure we don’t lose what makes us human? Social psychologist Heidi Grant speaks with NiCE's CX Division president Barry Cooper about why the current era of AI is misunderstood and how working with this new technology — instead of against it — can help you grow both inside and outside of your career. (This content is made possible by NiCE. It however does not necessarily reflect the views of NiCE.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3 Okt 27min
What separates us from chimpanzees? | Jane Goodall
Jane Goodall hasn't found the missing link, but she's come closer than nearly anyone else. The primatologist says the only real difference between humans and chimps is our sophisticated language. She urges us to start using it to change the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2 Okt 28min
3 simple ways to build stronger relationships at work | Alyssa Birnbaum
Doing the best at your job isn't just about working harder — it’s also about connecting better, says psychologist Alyssa Birnbaum. She shares practical, research-backed tips for strengthening relationships with your coworkers (whether you’re together in person or working remotely) in order to boost engagement, fight burnout and make work better for everyone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1 Okt 16min
This TED Talk is full of bad ideas | Gabe Whaley
What if the worst ideas turned out to be the most interesting? Mischief-making artist Gabe Whaley shares how he built a collective of artists whose seemingly bad ideas — like selling 5,000 keys to the same car — often go viral and sell for thousands of dollars. His playful experiments show why it’s worth leaning into the absurd … because you never know what might happen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30 Sep 12min
