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The Myth of Violence
Steven Pinker

In this thought-provoking talk, Linguist Steven Pinker tells us about the Myth of Violence. He recalls Man's violent past and compares it to the amount of violence we have today. He talks about the possible reasons why man's behavior is such and offers to us a truth that the present is indeed a peaceful place to live in.

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Steven Pinker: The Myth of Violence

March 1, 2007 (about 17 years ago)

In this thought-provoking talk, Linguist Steven Pinker tells us about the Myth of Violence. He recalls Man's violent past and compares it to the amount of violence we have today. He talks about the possible reasons why man's behavior is such and offers to us a truth that the present is indeed a p...

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Source: TED
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Stefan Sagmeister: The Power of Time Off

July 1, 2009 (almost 15 years ago)

Stefan Sagmeister shares how important it is to spend some time away from work to rejuvenate oneself for better output.

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Source: TED
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Mike Rowe: Mike Rowe Celebrates Dirty Jobs

December 1, 2008 (over 15 years ago)

Mike Rowe talks about his TV show Dirty Jobs and how it changed his life and way of thinking after castrating a lamb.

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Source: TED
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Asher Hasan: Message of Peace from Pakistan

November 1, 2009 (over 14 years ago)

In this talk, Asher Hasan of Pakistan brings his message of peace to India. He shows us images of Pakistan and presents Naya Jeevan, which provides healthcare for the poor.

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Source: TED
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Paula Scher: Paula Scher Gets Serious

May 1, 2008 (almost 16 years ago)

Paula Scher talks about her serious art and her struggle to keep it serious once she starts to lean towards solemn designs.

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