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TEDx SHORTS TED Talks
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- Society & Culture
Start each day with short, eye-opening ideas from some of the world's greatest TEDx speakers. Hosted by Atossa Leoni, TEDx SHORTS will immerse you in surprising knowledge, fresh perspectives, and moving stories from some of our most compelling talks. Less than 10 minutes a day, everyday.
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What do smart groups have in common?
Do you want to put together a really smart team? Cognitive scientist Therese Huston suggests the key to better social sensitivity, dynamics, and decision-making in groups can come from having more women involved. This talk was filmed at TEDxStLouisWomen. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts.
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How flags unite (and divide) us
Michael Green is a vexillologist who explains how flags can create unity, spark emotional reactions, and court controversy. This talk was filmed at TEDxTAMUSalon. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts.
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Change my clothes? Change the law
Gina Martin is a political novice who was able to change the law and make upskirting— generally defined as taking a sexually intrusive photograph of someone without their permission— illegal in her country. This talk was filmed at TEDxWarwick. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts.
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Why my parents are glad I married a goy
Biological anthropologist Lara Durgavich examines why certain genetic diseases — like Tay Sachs— are carried on through generations, and how they affect our health.This talk was filmed at TEDxTufts. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts.
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The double standards of fashion policing
Fashion activist and parent Taryn de Vere looks at the damaging effects of “fashion policing” and why we should support those expressing their gender identity through clothing. This talk was filmed at TEDxDerryLondonderry. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts.
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Vertical ocean farming - the least deadly catch
Bren Smith presents a restorative option in sustainable marine practices - reimagining the role of fishermen as farmers. This talk was filmed at TEDxBermuda. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts.
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