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In a remarkable live demo, Redmon shows off this important step forward for applications like self-driving cars, robotics and even cancer detection. Adam Grant. In every workplace, there are three basic kinds of people: givers, takers and matchers. Organizational psychologist Adam Grant breaks down these personalities and offers simple strategies to promote a culture of generosity and keep self-serving employees from taking more than their share. Giulia Enders. Ever wonder how we poop? Learn about the gut -- the system where digestion and a whole lot more happens -- as doctor and author Giulia Enders takes us inside the complex, fascinating science behind it, including its connection to mental health.
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He reasons that living life fully means embracing our shared mortali As our political landscape becomes more and more polarized and the fallout manifests itself across dining tables everywhere, philosopher Robert Talisse believes we need to take a big step back.
In this provocative talk, he argues that there's a time and place for politics. Kevin Toolis's wide-ranging command of culture and history blends meaning and connection with death as part of life.
An exploration of what makes life worth living in the face of death — and how to move forward with grief and loss. The day will include 2 sessions of speakers in Dallas, the stream of the live simulcast of TEDWomen as it happens in New Orleans, workshops and great conversations with new friends.
Who: Open to all men and women What: A conference of networking, discussions, workshops and great About this event: Turtle Creek rises in north Dallas and winds its way through the posh communities of Highland Park and University Park until it flows into the Trinity River at the foot of the city's emerging communities to the south. Considered "the most notable waterway in Dallas," Turtle Creek has witnessed the city's history from its farming and ranching ro Joshua Prince-Ramus is best known as architect of the Seattle Central Library, already being hailed as a masterpiece of contemporary culture.
Jessica Shortall is a working mom of two and author of Work. About this event: We will be watching and discussing two education talks from TED. One will be Sir Ken Robinson's most recent talk as he is coming to speak in Dallas this month.
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