Episode
Stories of the year | After Hours
53:52
Published: Mon Dec 26 2022
Description
This episode is part of the TED Talks Daily end-of-year wrap-up. As 2022 draws to a close, we're sharing some of the most perspective-expanding ideas from the TED Audio Collective to give you a sense of the bigger picture, help you better understand the trends of the past year and get ready for the one ahead. In this episode of After Hours, hosts Youngme Moon, Mihir Desai and Felix Oberholzer-Gee share what they loved about 2022. Listen in to get their take on the end of magical thinking, quiet CEOs, the latest in sneaker fashion and the collapse of FTX -- plus, an After Hours poem for you. (As they say: "No, we did not write it ourselves. Thank you, ChatGPT!")
Chapters
The TED Audio Collective provides a recap of the most perspective-expanding ideas from their podcasts in 2022 as we approach the end of the year.
00:00 - 02:32 (02:32)
Summary
The TED Audio Collective provides a recap of the most perspective-expanding ideas from their podcasts in 2022 as we approach the end of the year. They also mention an upcoming episode on predictions for the year ahead.
EpisodeStories of the year | After Hours
PodcastTED Talks Daily
The way we think about Central Bank Digital Currencies, Stablecoins and Crypto differs, and this distinction could lead to more innovation in the latter.
02:33 - 13:03 (10:30)
Summary
The way we think about Central Bank Digital Currencies, Stablecoins and Crypto differs, and this distinction could lead to more innovation in the latter. However, hourly work competition remains very strong and a sign that this trend may persist.
EpisodeStories of the year | After Hours
PodcastTED Talks Daily
The business media often focuses on attention-seeking personalities, but many important companies are led by people who quietly focus on doing their job without seeking attention.
13:03 - 17:18 (04:14)
Summary
The business media often focuses on attention-seeking personalities, but many important companies are led by people who quietly focus on doing their job without seeking attention. 2022 saw the rise of humble business leaders.
EpisodeStories of the year | After Hours
PodcastTED Talks Daily
The speaker expresses a slight hesitation about some individuals' support of democracy and highlights how the online car-buying experience still mirrors the problematic aspects of purchasing in the real world.
17:18 - 23:24 (06:05)
Summary
The speaker expresses a slight hesitation about some individuals' support of democracy and highlights how the online car-buying experience still mirrors the problematic aspects of purchasing in the real world. However, he notes how recent events have drawn attention to the importance of democracy.
EpisodeStories of the year | After Hours
PodcastTED Talks Daily
Sneaker brands are competing to create the chunkiest sneakers possible in order to increase total addressable market.
23:24 - 27:14 (03:50)
Summary
Sneaker brands are competing to create the chunkiest sneakers possible in order to increase total addressable market.
EpisodeStories of the year | After Hours
PodcastTED Talks Daily
The shift in work environments has allowed for more opportunities for self-expression, but there should be caution in making blanket statements regarding returning to the office.
27:14 - 33:14 (05:59)
Summary
The shift in work environments has allowed for more opportunities for self-expression, but there should be caution in making blanket statements regarding returning to the office. Dress codes have also become more diverse and less rigid in modern times.
EpisodeStories of the year | After Hours
PodcastTED Talks Daily
The concept of "woke capitalism" is highly polarizing, but there are companies earnestly trying to do the right thing and operate in a socially responsible manner.
33:14 - 38:17 (05:03)
Summary
The concept of "woke capitalism" is highly polarizing, but there are companies earnestly trying to do the right thing and operate in a socially responsible manner. However, using this phrase and painting corporations in a political light only adds to the problem of businesses being part of political debates.
EpisodeStories of the year | After Hours
PodcastTED Talks Daily
The process of questioning and pushing a person's assumptions and experiences during conversations can lead to interesting results, showing how different individuals with different backgrounds and opinions may perceive or approach certain topics.
38:17 - 41:41 (03:24)
Summary
The process of questioning and pushing a person's assumptions and experiences during conversations can lead to interesting results, showing how different individuals with different backgrounds and opinions may perceive or approach certain topics.
EpisodeStories of the year | After Hours
PodcastTED Talks Daily
The discussion pivots towards the role of AI in education and how it could benefit students despite potential drawbacks such as unintentionally perpetrating bias.
41:41 - 46:10 (04:28)
Summary
The discussion pivots towards the role of AI in education and how it could benefit students despite potential drawbacks such as unintentionally perpetrating bias.
EpisodeStories of the year | After Hours
PodcastTED Talks Daily
The speaker shares his favorite Fleetwood Mac album which is their 1980 live album and reflects on how memories shape our perception of experiences.
46:10 - 50:47 (04:37)
Summary
The speaker shares his favorite Fleetwood Mac album which is their 1980 live album and reflects on how memories shape our perception of experiences.
EpisodeStories of the year | After Hours
PodcastTED Talks Daily
The speaker discusses the importance of accessories, specifically using the example of wearing a scarf, which he believes is a necessary and transformative item.
50:47 - 52:54 (02:06)
Summary
The speaker discusses the importance of accessories, specifically using the example of wearing a scarf, which he believes is a necessary and transformative item. He suggests that wearing accessories can elevate a look from basic to stylish and can even replace the need for a coat.