Whatever your business conundrum, there’s a TED Talk for that—whether you want to learn how to land that promotion, set smart goals, undo injustice at work, or unlock the next big innovation. Every Monday, host Modupe Akinola of Columbia Business School presents the most powerful and surprising ideas that illuminate the business world. After the talk, you'll get a mini-lesson from Modupe on how to apply the ideas in your own life. Because business evolves every day, and our ideas about it sh ...
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Hello, we are three dedicated UFO researchers, each bringing unique perspectives to the phenomenon: Ted Rice: Co-author of Masquerade of Angels and collaborator with Karla Turner, offering deep insights into the intricate and often mysterious aspects of UFO encounters.Jennifer Elsner: A psychic and experiencer, providing firsthand accounts and intuitive understandings of the extraterrestrial phenomenon.Stuart Eglington: A diligent researcher committed to uncovering the truth through meticulo ...
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Asian American History 101 is a fun, family-friendly, and informative podcast co-hosted by Gen and Ted Lai, the daughter and father team. The podcast will entertain and educate people as Gen and Ted dive into the vast history of Asian Pacific Americans from the struggles they faced to their contributions and triumphs. And sometimes we cover topics of the Asian Pacific Diaspora globally.
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The History of the Anti-Filipino Riots in Washington State
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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 42! It’s another installment of Most Forgotten Massacres. Today we’re going to talk about the Anti-Filipino Riots in Washington State. Although the discrimination and violence occurred in the 1920s and 1930s, the tension had been building for a few decades because the dislike of Asian laborers can be traced back to the …
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How to ask for more — and get it | Alex Carter
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How do you get what you want out of a negotiation? United Nations negotiation trainer Alex Carter says the best methods center on recruitment, not rivalry. Whether you're asking for a raise or resolving a family dispute, she offers five simple tips for a successful discussion — starting with one powerful question. After the talk, Modupe shares tips…
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A Conversation with Author Kyo Maclear and Illustrator Gracey Zhang, Creators of Noodles on a Bicycle
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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 41! We have two guests today… award-winning author Kyo Maclear and award-winning illustrator Gracey Zhang. Their latest collaboration is the whimsical picture book Noodles on a Bicycle published by Penguin Random House Children’s. It was released on August 27, 2024, so you can go out and get it now. It’s a great book th…
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The case for good jobs — and why they're good for business too | Zeynep Ton
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Many of the jobs that keep the world running — like cleaning bathrooms, picking up trash, caring for the elderly — pay so poorly that workers can barely make ends meet. Nonprofit leader Zeynep Ton is intent on changing that, showing why everyone wins when companies pay their people livable wages and offer opportunities for growth. After the talk, M…
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The History of The Hawaiian Steel Guitar
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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 40! You may not know what a steel guitar is, but once you hear the sound it makes, we guarantee you’ve heard music where it’s used. Originating in Hawaii, the steel guitar has gone on to spark innovation and integration into bluegrass, blues, jazz, country, and more. In this episode, we share the origins of the Hawaiian…
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How entrepreneurs can unlock their full potential | Jay Bailey
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Jay Bailey says so many ideas never see the light of day because entrepreneurship has a problem of belonging. He shares how a chance encounter kicked off his own journey to becoming an entrepreneur and advocate for Black-owned businesses — and shows how anyone can unlock untapped potential. After the talk, Modupe reflects on how having space to exp…
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A Conversation with Sydelle Barreto, Policy Manager of The National Asian Pacific American Women_s Forum
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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 39! Our guest today is Sydelle Barreto, the Policy Manager of The National Asian Pacific American Women’s Forum. The NAPAWF (pronounced “NAP-off”) is the only multi-issue, progressive, community organizing and policy advocacy organization for Asian American and Pacific Islander women and girls in the United States. Foun…
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The breakthrough power of young leaders | Mohan Sivaloganathan
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Leadership isn’t a title; it’s a verb that requires action, says youth empowerment advocate Mohan Sivaloganathan. Drawing on his experience as the CEO of a nonprofit, he shares surprising lessons on adaptability and accountability, showing why truly effective leaders listen to the voice of younger generations. After the talk, Modupe reflects on how…
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The History of Activist Tye Leung Schulze
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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 38! The U.S. elections are coming up, so it’s a fitting time to talk about the activist and suffragist Tye Leung Schulze. She broke barriers, but her life went far beyond being the first Chinese American woman to vote in a U.S. election. So in this episode, we go into more of the details of her incredible life and the t…
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How to break through fear and become a leader | Valerie Montgomery Rice
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Vigilance. Grit. Resilience. Valerie Montgomery Rice, the president and CEO of Morehouse School of Medicine, shares where she learned these key qualities of successful leadership, offering three lessons for anyone who wants to overcome their fears, stand up for what’s right and build opportunity for all. After the talk, Modupe urges us all to tell …
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A Conversation with Watercolorist, Comic Artist, and Writer Tony Moy
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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 37! Our guest this episode is the talented watercolorist, comic artist, and writer, Tony Moy. We first met Tony at the 2024 WonderCon in Anaheim when he was part of a panel on using comic books to help fight anti-Asian hate… a panel moderated by Stephanie Lim of Third State Books that also featured Amy Chu and Sarah Mye…
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The secret to finding your ideal workplace | Marion Campan
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What's the most important thing to look for when applying for a new job? Entrepreneur Marion Campan advocates for a focus on company culture above all else. She offers practical strategies for evaluating companies before accepting a new position — including how to ask the right questions about values, feedback and expectations — to help job seekers…
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The Story of Iconic Asian Candies - Botan Rice Candy and Dragon's Beard
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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 36! It’s time to talk about iconic Asian candies again! These are candies and confections that originated in Asia but have meant a lot to people worldwide in the Asian diaspora. Today we’re here to share the history of Botan Rice Candy and Dragon’s Beard Candy. Have you tried either? We think they’re worth looking for i…
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How to claim your leadership power | Michael Timms
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When faced with challenges, do you often seek someone else to blame? Leadership expert Michael Timms shows why this instinct is counterproductive, highlighting three effective habits of self-accountability that will empower you and others to make positive change — whether at home or at work. After the talk, Modupe shares crucial questions to ask yo…
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A Conversation with Clinical Psychologist, Educator, and Author Dr. Helen Hsu
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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 35! We often read to learn new information or to be entertained (or both). But we also love reading to improve ourselves, which is what we did with The Conscious Style Guide by Award-winning Editor and Author Karen Yin (S04E22). Today’s guest is Dr. Helen Hsu, whose new book is The Healing Trauma Workbook for Asian Amer…
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What DEI gets wrong — and how to do it right | Paolo Gaudiano
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Social entrepreneur Paolo Gaudiano explains why many companies are taking the wrong approach to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives — by overly focusing on one thing. To avoid backlash and costly turnover, he shows the key change leaders can make to create thriving, equitable workplaces while also increasing profits. After the talk, M…
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The History of the Fight for the I-Hotel in San Francisco
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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 34! In today’s episode we share The History of the Fight for the I-Hotel. August 26, 2024 will mark 19 years since the new International Hotel opened their doors. But do you know what happened to the old I-Hotel? It’s amazing how the community, civil rights activists, residents, and others came together to help fight fo…
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Do gut microbes control your personality? (from TED Health)
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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. Learn more about how this ongoing clinical medical and pharmaceutical research might change how we treat disease — and discover the impact of your i…
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Another Conversation with Award-winning Author Illustrator Nidhi Chanani
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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 33! One of our favorite guests is back for another conversation… it’s award-winning author, illustrator Nidhi Chanani who returns to share a little about her upcoming picture book Quiet Karima that will be released on October 8, 2024. It’s a beautifully painted book that is about Karima, who taps into the magic and musi…
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Why are we making pizza boxes out of endangered trees? | Nicole Rycroft
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If we're going to solve the climate crisis, we need to talk about supply chains, says biodiversity champion and 2023 Audacious Project grantee Nicole Rycroft. Her organization, Canopy, partners with key industry leaders to overhaul their base materials in favor of more sustainable alternatives. This week we're revisiting talk where we learn more ab…
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The History of Asian Pacific American Olympic Champions
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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 32! Do you know who the first Asian Pacific American Olympic champions were? We didn’t know, so we researched, and are here to share it with you! In this episode we talk about the lives of Duke Kahanamoku, Vicki Manalo Draves, and Sammy Lee, our first Asian Pacific American Olympic heroes. It’s amazing what each of them…
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How to use venture capital for good | Freada Kapor Klein
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Freada Kapor Klein isn't your typical venture capitalist. She's thrown out the standard investment playbook in order to close the opportunity gap for low-income communities. She explains how her firm is investing in entrepreneurs and startups solving real-world problems — and the measurable difference it's already making. After the talk, Modupe urg…
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The Origin of Vietnamese American Nail Salons
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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 31! Have you ever wondered why Vietnamese Americans seem to dominate the nail salon industry in America? Although not all Vietnamese Americans are nail technicians, there are enough to make up approximately 50% of the nail technicians in the $8 billion per year American nail industry. It all started with the celebrity a…
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Why you should talk about your anxiety at work | Adam Whybrew
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We can't get rid of anxiety and depression, so we might as well talk about it, says depression truth-teller Adam Whybrew. Sharing his own experience with mental illness, he reveals the surprising benefits of opening up about stress at work — and why being vulnerable creates a safe space for everyone. After the talk, Modupe discusses why we all need…
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ICYMI Encore Episode of The History of Chop Suey Fonts
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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 30! This is an ICYMI (In Case You Missed It) encore rebroadcast of The History of Chop Suey Fonts from S03E18. It was a favorite of ours to research because it amazes us how something not created by Asian Pacific Islanders has become so closely aligned to our businesses. We’ve all seen them. Typefaces that signal an eth…
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An optimist's take on reskilling in the age of AI | Sagar Goel
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One in three workers globally will see their jobs disrupted by AI and tech advancements this decade — but there's a way to stay ahead of the curve. Skill-building strategist Sagar Goel shares practical examples from a partnership with the Singaporean government that helped thousands of workers transition into new careers, offering a lesson on the i…
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A Conversation with Activists and Co-Owners of Eastwind Books Bea and Harvey Dong
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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 29! Eastwind Books has been an institution in Berkeley as well as a pioneer for Asian American and multicultural bookstores across the country. The co-owners, Bea and Harvey Dong have been longtime activists in the Asian American community, so we were honored to get a chance to have them on as guests to talk about their…
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The problem with being "too nice" at work | Tessa West
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Are you "too nice" at work? Social psychologist Tessa West shares her research on how people attempt to mask anxiety with overly polite feedback — a practice that's more harmful than helpful — and gives three tips to swap generic, unhelpful observations with clear, consistent feedback, even when you feel awkward. After the talk, Modupe shares usefu…
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The History of George Helm Jr. and Kaho'olawe Island
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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 28! George Helm Jr. was a Native Hawaiian musician, activist, and passionate leader. He believed in Hawaiian sovereignty and protecting the land… embodying the values of Aloha ʻāina perfectly. Known for his beautiful falsetto voice and articulate reasoning, he was a founding member of the Protect Kaho‘olawe ‘Ohana (the …
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Why the world needs more builders — and less "us vs. them" | Daniel Lubetzky
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We're programmed to think every issue is binary: "us vs. them." But Daniel Lubetzky, the founder of KIND Snacks, says the real enemy isn't a person but a mindset. He introduces a new initiative that aims to bring together "builders" from around the world to replace extremism with practical problem-solving — and shows how you can join the movement. …
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Abducted and Furious - Lisa O'Hara
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Send us a text Lisa O'Hara has a B.S. Degree in Business Administration from San Jose State University in California where she lived until 2011. She worked for many years in law firms, starting as a floater legal secretary and ending up in Information Technology and went on to work for engineering companies in Silicon Valley. She is now enjoying re…
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A Conversation with Author and Educator Chad Soon
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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 27 and Happy Canada Day (if you're reading this on July 1)! In this episode, we share a conversation with Chad Soon, an educator from Vernon, British Columbia, and the author of the book The Longest Shot: How Larry Kwong Changed the Face of Hockey. The book is written for middle grade students… which is a great age for …
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Why the "wrong side of the tracks" is usually the east side of cities | Stephen DeBerry
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What do communities on the social, economic and environmental margins have in common? For one thing, they tend to be on the east sides of cities. In this short talk about a surprising insight, anthropologist and venture capitalist Stephen DeBerry explains how both environmental and man-made factors have led to disparity by design in cities from Eas…
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The History of Instant Ramen
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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 26! Is there a more universal convenience food eaten across the world than instant ramen? We’re not sure, but instant ramen has to be pretty high up as the most popular convenience food, and it’s not just for college students and people looking for a cheap, fast meal. In this episode, we share the history of instant ram…
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