The lineup
Who spoke at TED Membership 2021?
Anil Seth Neuroscientist | Exploring the Brain Basis of Consciousness, University of Sussex
Emma Marris Environmental Journalist | Solutions-Focused Science Storytelling
Kai-Fu Lee AI Superpowers Author | Leading Voice on Artificial Intelligence & Global Tech, Sinovation Ventures- KMKatie Mack Astrophysicist | Exploring the Mysteries of the Universe, North Carolina State University
Lisa Genova Neuroscience and memory health | Alzheimer's prevention and cognitive function- LJLuvvie Ajayi Jones Digital Strategist | Navigating the Tech Revolution
Meg Jay Clinical psychologist and researcher | Twentysomething development and life planning- RTRokia Traore Malian Singer-Songwriter | Cultural Bridges Through Music
Simon Sinek Author of "Start With Why" | Third most-viewed TED talk ever, Start With Why
From the stage
Sessions worth replaying
The sessions from this edition we found on video.
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Essential questions to ask your future self
Meg Jay
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How to be a professional troublemaker
Luvvie Ajayi Jones
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How to discover your "why" in difficult times
Simon Sinek
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How your brain invents your "self"
Anil Seth
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How your memory works -- and why forgetting is totally OK
Lisa Genova
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Life-altering questions about the end of the universe
Katie Mack
Frequently asked
- Who spoke at TED Membership 2021?
- 9 speakers, including Anil Seth, Emma Marris, Kai-Fu Lee, Katie Mack, and Lisa Genova.
- What did TED Membership 2021 cover?
- Topics include AI Strategy & Implementation, Astrophysics & Cosmology, Career Strategy, Climate Action & Net Zero, Cognitive Neuroscience, and Consciousness & Perception.
- When and where was TED Membership 2021?
- Mar 31, 2021.
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