Best Alexander Bennett Podcasts (2025)

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Interview: 1 simple question that could improve women's health | Meryam Sugulle 34:47

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There's a reliable indicator of a woman's future likelihood of cardiovascular disease — but it rarely gets asked about, says obstetrician and researcher Meryam Sugulle. She delves into the role of the placenta in pregnancy, how it can predict health outcomes and the single question that should be worked into routine health screenings. After the tal…

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1. Matthew Crosby & Ed Gamble 41:19

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Honk shoo! In this episode Ed Gamble and Matthew Crosby join Lulu in bed to discuss throat bolts, cock cages and toilet plumes. There’s also a cracking song at the end from Crosby. Editing, producing, music and wrangling all by the multitalented Steve Pretty. Come and see Lulu's show in Edinburgh!

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Why do some bodies respond differently to disease? | Erika Moore 5:42

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TED Fellow and equity bioengineer Erika Moore investigates how cells controlling inflammation behave differently depending on a patient's background. By focusing on the "who" behind the disease, Moore is uncovering why certain diseases disproportionately affect certain ethnicities, paving the way for more inclusive and effective health care. Want t…

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Batch 58: Neil Frost and Sarah Bennetto 1:04:17

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In this part of the experiment, the clones are joined by Neil Frost (https://www.instagram.com/comedyneilfrost/) and Sarah Bennetto (https://www.instagram.com/sarahbennetto/?hl=en-gb) Follow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYesterdayPod) Follow Andy Barr (https://linktr.ee/andybarrcomedy) and Alexander Bennett (https://linktr.ee/alexanderbennet…

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Information Inoculation: Defending Against Medical Myths: The real reason polio is so dangerous | Dan Kwartler 34:45

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In 1952, polio was everywhere: killing or paralyzing roughly half a million people annually. Yet just 10 years later, paralytic polio cases in the US dropped by 96% and we were on track to get rid of polio for good. But in recent years, the virus started striking back. So, what’s behind these recent spikes? Explore the dangers of poliovirus and the…

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Information Inoculation: Defending Against Medical Myths: Why do you need to get a flu shot every year? | Melvin Sanicas 30:33

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All year long, researchers at hospitals around the world collect samples from flu patients and send them to top virology experts with one goal: to design the vaccine for the next flu season. But why do we need a new one every year? Vaccines for diseases like mumps and rubella offer a lifetime of protection with two shots early in life; what’s so sp…

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Batch 57: Joe Sutherland and Holly Spillar 58:26

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In this part of the experiment, the clones are joined by Joe Sutherland (https://www.instagram.com/jomodity/) and Holly Spillar (https://www.instagram.com/hollyspillar/) Follow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYesterdayPod) Follow Andy Barr (https://linktr.ee/andybarrcomedy) and Alexander Bennett (https://linktr.ee/alexanderbennettcomedian) Ple…

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Information Inoculation: Defending Against Medical Myths: Why we need to fight misinformation about vaccines | Ethan Lindenberger 44:23

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Ethan Lindenberger never got vaccinated as a kid. So one day, he went on Reddit and asked a simple question: "Where do I go to get vaccinated?" The post went viral, landing Lindenberger in the middle of a heated debate about vaccination and, ultimately, in front of a US Senate committee. Less than a year later, the high school senior reports back o…

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IMTalk's Legends of Triathlon 64 - Mirinda Carfrae 1:40:38

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In this episode we have legendary Australian athlete Mirinda Carfrae. Support the show: Click on this link to become a patron.By Bevan James Eyles and 'Coach' John Newsom

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What happens as we die? | Kathryn Mannix 23:19

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Have we lost the practical wisdom of what happens as people die? With lessons from a career witnessing thousands of people's final breaths, palliative care expert Kathryn Mannix urges us to demystify the experience of death, sharing how a better understanding of what actually happens can reduce fear in the final days, for you and your loved ones. A…

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Batch 56: Roger O'Sullivan and Callaghan (CallaghansQuestions) 1:11:35

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In this part of the experiment, the clones are joined by Roger O'Sullivan (https://www.instagram.com/rogerocomedy/?hl=en) and Callaghan (https://www.tiktok.com/@callaghansquestions) Follow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYesterdayPod) Follow Andy Barr (https://linktr.ee/andybarrcomedy) and Alexander Bennett (https://linktr.ee/alexanderbennettc…

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Why smell matters more than you think | Paule Joseph 6:56

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TED Fellow and chemosensory researcher Paule Joseph unveils the hidden power of a sense that's too often overlooked: smell. She delves into the science behind smell — from how it evokes memory and emotion to its potential for early disease detection — and advocates for the creation of a baseline test for taste and smell that could open the door to …

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Interview: Aging, menopause, and rethinking fashion for comfort in midlife | Stacy London 52:11

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“My lens around style doesn’t have anything to do with style anymore — it’s about physicality,” says stylist and fashion consultant Stacy London. “What do I want to be able to do? How do I keep myself strong?” Stacy’s message has resonated for many women, and for this episode, she joins Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider, host of TED Health, at TED2025 for a…

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Batch 55: Adam Larter and Dave Chawner 1:02:27

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In this part of the experiment, the clones are joined by Adam Larter (https://www.instagram.com/adamlarter/?hl=en-gb) and Dave Chawner (https://www.instagram.com/dave_chawner/?hl=en) Follow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYesterdayPod) Follow Andy Barr (https://linktr.ee/andybarrcomedy) and Alexander Bennett (https://linktr.ee/alexanderbennett…

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Interview: Why you shouldn't trust boredom | Kevin H. Gary 27:16

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Are you actually bored, or is something else going on? Educator Kevin H. Gary shares three practical takeaways to deal with the doldrums, so you can take control of your attention, figure out which feelings to trust and name the real problem. After the talk, join Shoshana for a sweeping conversation with Dr. Elizabeth Harstad on the relationship be…

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Interview: 3 reasons why medications are so expensive in the US | Kiah Williams 28:56

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A century after its discovery, insulin remain essential in treating diabetes, and has a relatively low production cost, with a vial generally costing less than $6 to make. But those in the US pay on average 10 times more than those in other countries— leading some patients to take less than prescribed. Kiah Williams takes a look at the US supply ch…

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Control Pod 7 29:38

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CONTROL POD - When circumstances prevent us from being able to perform an experiment, it's time for Control Pod. Follow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYesterdayPod - https://www.instagram.com/byesterdaypod/?locale=zh-hans) Follow Andy Barr (https://linktr.ee/andybarrcomedy) and Alexander Bennett (https://linktr.ee/alexanderbennettcomedian) Em…

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A hospital in the cloud bringing health care anywhere in the world | Mohamed Aburawi 6:57

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What if AI could help connect you with the right medical care, exactly when you need it? Health systems entrepreneur, surgeon and TED Fellow Mohamed Aburawi explores how his digital health platform, Speetar, uses AI to bridge the healthcare gap in underserved regions, like his native Libya, by connecting patients with doctors who truly understand t…

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What are those colors you see when you rub your eyes? | Paul CJ Taylor 7:06

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In the 1600s, Isaac Newton conducted a series of experiments to better understand the lights and colors that sometimes appear when your eyes are closed. If you’ve ever sat around an evening campfire or unintentionally glanced at the Sun, you may have noticed illuminated patterns briefly dance along your vision. So how do these visual illusions form…

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Batch 54: Jack Barry and Alex Kealy 1:00:59

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In this part of the experiment, the clones are joined by Alex Kealy (https://linktr.ee/alexkealy) and Jack Barry (https://www.instagram.com/iamjackbarry/) Follow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYesterdayPod) Follow Andy Barr (https://linktr.ee/andybarrcomedy) and Alexander Bennett (https://linktr.ee/alexanderbennettcomedian) Please leave us a …

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Does your heartbeat shape your sense of time? | Irena Arslanova 11:35

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Do you ever feel like time slows down when you’re bored but flies when you’re having fun? Cognitive neuroscientist Irena Arslanova explores the ways your brain and heart shape your perception of time, revealing how your heartbeat doesn’t just keep you alive — it also influences whether moments feel fleeting or stretched. Want to help shape TED’s sh…

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Interview: How do kidney transplants work? | Alexander H. Toledo 23:31

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In 1954, Joseph Murray attempted a type of kidney swap that no doctor had tried before. The surgery was a success, and the patient would go on to live with the transplanted organ thanks to one key factor: it came from his identical twin. 70 years later, nearly 100,000 kidneys are transplanted annually in the US alone. So how does this surgery work …

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Sick Pod 1:46

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SICK POD - it's the worst case scenario team Follow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYesterdayPod - https://www.instagram.com/byesterdaypod/?locale=zh-hans) Follow Andy Barr (https://linktr.ee/andybarrcomedy) and Alexander Bennett (https://linktr.ee/alexanderbennettcomedian) I Can't Stand The Man, Myself - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DgwlPZ…

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Your relationship expectations could be holding you back | Stephanie R. Yates-Anyabwile 10:36

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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 t…

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What staying up all night does to your brain | Anna Rothschild 15:29

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You’re just one history final away from a relaxing spring break. But you still have so much to study! You decide to follow in the footsteps of many students before you, and pull an all-nighter. So, what happens to your brain when you stay up all night? And does cramming like this actually help you prepare for a test? Anna Rothschild explores how a …

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Batch 53: Alison Spittle and Sarah Roberts 59:39

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In this part of the experiment, the clones are joined by Alison Spittle (https://www.instagram.com/alisonspittle/) and Sarah Roberts (https://www.instagram.com/sarahroberts_69/) Follow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYesterdayPod) Follow Andy Barr (https://linktr.ee/andybarrcomedy) and Alexander Bennett (https://linktr.ee/alexanderbennettcomed…

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A menu of foods we might lose forever | Sam Kass 13:23

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What does a warming planet mean for the foods you love? Hosting a dinner party that features a menu of foods that could disappear within our lifetimes, culinary entrepreneur Sam Kass invites us to chew on the reality of climate change by exploring the things — like chocolate and coffee — it puts at risk. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward…

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Why don’t vampires cast reflections? | Eric Nuzum 12:22

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Exploring the history and evolution of vampire lore, author Eric Nuzum traces the origins of these spooky stories, from misunderstandings of death to the sparkly pop culture icons we know today. Beyond the fangs and garlic, he digs into the deeper, everyday fears that vampires reflect. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our surv…

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Control Pod #6 27:26

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CONTROL POD - When circumstances prevent us from being able to perform an experiment, it's time for Control Pod. Follow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYesterdayPod - https://www.instagram.com/byesterdaypod/?locale=zh-hans) Follow Andy Barr (https://linktr.ee/andybarrcomedy) and Alexander Bennett (https://linktr.ee/alexanderbennettcomedian) Em…

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The science (and art) of creating lasting sexual connections | Emily Nagoski on TED Talks Daily Summer Book Club 32:21

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This is an episode of TED Talks Daily, another podcast from the TED Audio Collective. It's a special episode of the TED Talks Daily Summer Book Club series. Join host Elise Hu as she interviews TED speakers about their books and their ideas beyond the page. As a sex educator and author, Emily Nagoski is renowned for dismantling the sexual myths tha…

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A medical mythbuster's mission to improve health care | Joel Bervell 28:27

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Joel Bervell was one of the only Black students in his medical school program. After noticing how misconceptions about race were embedded in health care, he turned to social media to raise awareness about the harmful impact of biases in medicine. He unpacks the long history of race-based health care disparities — and shows what the medical field ca…

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Batch 52: Ben Pope and Michael Legge 1:15:22

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In this part of the experiment, the clones are joined by Ben Pope (https://www.instagram.com/popesbenedict/) and Michael Legge (https://www.instagram.com/michaellegge/) Follow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYesterdayPod) Follow Andy Barr (https://linktr.ee/andybarrcomedy) and Alexander Bennett (https://linktr.ee/alexanderbennettcomedian) Plea…

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What long COVID taught me about life (and data) | Giorgia Lupi 12:51

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Data isn’t just about numbers or trends — it’s about capturing the stories that shape our lives, says information designer Giorgia Lupi. Following a long COVID diagnosis, she tracked her symptoms meticulously over four years, the data culminating in a visual “New York Times” narrative that resonated deeply with many others suffering from chronic il…

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The hidden forces behind your food choices | Sarah Lake 10:20

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What we eat is less about what we choose and more about what’s offered to us, says food and climate expert Sarah Lake. Unpacking how governments and companies have driven up meat consumption in the US through extensive marketing, she explains how we could employ these same forces to incentivize plant-based eating — for the sake of the planet, publi…

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Could psychedelics help patients in therapy? | Benjamin Lewis 32:03

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It's time to make psychiatry more psychedelic, says psychiatrist Benjamin Lewis. Sharing results from his clinical trial on psychedelic-assisted therapy, he highlights how group therapy paired with the safe use of psilocybin, a compound found in magic mushrooms, has the potential to improve mental health conditions like depression and burnout. Afte…

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Do you really need 8 hours of sleep? | Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter 32:08

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We all know a good night’s sleep is essential, but for many people, sleeping well (or falling asleep at all) can be difficult and even stressful – and there’s no shortage of tales about what prevents people from catching their ZZZs. In this episode of Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter, Dr. Jen digs into "how to sleep'' culture – from blue light blocke…

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Why is it so dangerous to step on a rusty nail? | Louise Thwaites 6:24

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In the 5th century, a shipmaster was suffering from a nasty infection that caused his jaws to press together, his teeth to lock up, and the muscles in his neck and spine to spasm. Today we know this account to be one of the first recorded cases of tetanus. So, what causes this peculiar infection? Louise Thwaites explores how tetanus affects our bod…

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Can dogs detect the next pandemic before it begins? | Glen J. Golden 15:17

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What if animals like dogs, ferrets, mice and raccoons could help sniff out the next pandemic? Exploring the science of smell, neurobiologist Glen J. Golden delves into the development of a "mechanical nose" that could detect diseases by identifying specific odor profiles. Until that technology is fully developed, he explains how we can train humani…

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My mission to change the narrative of mental health | Glenn Close 13:44

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Legendary actor and mental health advocate Glenn Close is on a quest to change how we think about mental health, starting with her decision to speak out about her own family's struggles — a brave choice considering the stigma that pervades the topic. This week, we're revisiting this sweeping conversation with TEDWomen curator Pat Mitchell, where Cl…

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Control Pod #5 24:29

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With apologies for the delay in release! CONTROL POD - When circumstances prevent us from being able to perform an experiment, it's time for Control Pod. Follow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYesterdayPod - https://www.instagram.com/byesterdaypod/?locale=zh-hans) Follow Andy Barr (https://linktr.ee/andybarrcomedy) and Alexander Bennett (https…

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The TED AI Show: AI therapy is here. What does it mean for you? 41:05

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We may think the complexities of the human mind can only be understood by other humans. Yet research on chatbots and psychology suggests non-human bots can actually help improve mental health. In this episode of The TED AI show, another podcast from the TED Audio Collective, host Bilawal Sidhu talks with Dr. Alison Darcy, the founder of mental heal…

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Are life-saving medicines hiding in the world's coldest places? | Normand Voyer 14:00

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Could the next wonder drug be somewhere in Canada's snowy north? This week, we’re revisiting a talk that takes us to a breathtakingly frigid landscape, where chemist Normand Voyer uncovers the mysterious molecular treasures hidden within plants that thrive in the cold. These scarcely investigated organisms could hold immense medical promise, he say…

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Batch 51: Adele Cliff and Joe Bor 1:14:17

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In this part of the experiment, the clones are joined by Adele Cliff (https://www.instagram.com/adelecliffcomedy/) and Joe Bor (https://www.instagram.com/joebor1/?hl=en) Follow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYesterdayPod) Follow Andy Barr (https://linktr.ee/andybarrcomedy) and Alexander Bennett (https://linktr.ee/alexanderbennettcomedian) Ple…

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A special episode from Before We Go 31:12

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TED Health's very own Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider has a new podcast Before We Go. You heard the first episode earlier this year so we wanted to share the second episode in the series -- if you'd like more from Before We Go, check it out wherever you are listening to this. Before We Go follows Shoshana's personal and emotionally charged journey after h…

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A Healthier You: How to achieve fulfillment -- not just success 25:07

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Join Shoshana in this live taping at TEDNext 2024 for a perspective-shifting conversation on achievement with ethicist, author, and rabbi Ira Bedzow. Shoshana and Ira challenge the way today’s culture and individuals look at success, exploring life’s deeper meaning and purpose in a time that celebrates "urgency culture." You’ll gain practical strat…

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Do gut microbes control your personality? | Kathleen McAuliffe 12:17

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Biologist Kathleen McAuliffe dives into emerging research that explores how certain gut bacteria can influence major parts of who you are, from your personality to life-changing neurological disorders. This week we're revisiting a talk that invites you to learn more about how this ongoing clinical medical and pharmaceutical research might change ho…

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Batch 50: Joey Page and Bella Hull 1:11:29

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In this part of the experiment, the clones are joined by Bella Hull (https://linktr.ee/bellahull) and Joey Page (https://linktr.ee/joeypagecomedy) Follow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYesterdayPod) Follow Andy Barr (https://linktr.ee/andybarrcomedy) and Alexander Bennett (https://linktr.ee/alexanderbennettcomedian) Please leave us a five sta…

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A Healthier You: Your guide to finding a workout that works 14:02

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Welcome back to our "A Healthier You" series, where TED Health host Shoshana Ungerleider guides you on a journey to your healthiest self. Join her and healthcare experts as they uncover insights that could revolutionize your understanding of health – from your heart to your brain to your gut. Embarking on a fitness journey can be overwhelming, but …

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How targeted ads might just save your life | Sandersan Onie 12:29

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Could the tech industry's complex algorithms support people during their darkest times, rather than just deliver targeted ads? Drawing from his own experience with depression, this week we're revisiting a talk by global mental health researcher Sandersan Onie, who shows how internet search behaviors can provide valuable insights into suicide risk a…

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A Healthier You: Your gut’s guide to a happier microbiome 24:14

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Welcome back to our "A Healthier You" series, where TED Health host Shoshana Ungerleider guides you on a journey to your healthiest self. Join her and healthcare experts as they uncover insights that could revolutionize your understanding of health – from the heart to the brain to today's focus: your gut! In this episode, Shoshana sits down with Dr…