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by TED · English

What does exercise do to your brain? Can psychedelics treat depression? From smart daily habits to new medical breakthroughs, welcome to TED Health, with host Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider. TED speakers answer questions you never even knew you had, and share ideas you won't hear anywhere else, all around how we can live healthier lives. Follow Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider on Instagram at @shoshanamd and LinkedIn at @shoshanaungerleidermd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What happens as we die? | Kathryn Mannix (re-release)

What happens as we die? | Kathryn Mannix (re-release)

27 May 2025 · 23m

On Memories (3/5): Why smell matters more than you think | Paule Joseph

In this episode, Paule Joseph dives deep into the often-overlooked sense of smell.

20 May 2025 · 10m

Interview: Aging, menopause, and rethinking fashion for comfort in midlife | Stacy London

(Stylist, Fashion Consultant, Author, Magazine Editor)

13 May 2025 · 52m

Interview: Why you shouldn't trust boredom | Kevin H. Gary (re-release)

In this episode of TED Health, Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider explores the concept of boredom in an interview with educator Kevin H. Gary.

6 May 2025 · 27m

Interview: 3 reasons why medications are so expensive in the US | Kiah Williams

In this episode, Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider interviews Dr. Hussein Lalani about the complexities of prescription drug pricing in the United States.

29 Apr 2025 · 29m

A hospital in the cloud bringing health care anywhere in the world | Mohamed Aburawi

A hospital in the cloud bringing health care anywhere in the world | Mohamed Aburawi

22 Apr 2025 · 7m

What are those colors you see when you rub your eyes? | Paul CJ Taylor

What are those colors you see when you rub your eyes? | Paul CJ Taylor

15 Apr 2025 · 7m

Does your heartbeat shape your sense of time? | Irena Arslanova

In this episode, cognitive neuroscientist Irena Arslanova discusses how our perception of time is intricately linked to our heartbeat, suggesting that time perception is not solely a brain function,…

8 Apr 2025 · 12m

Interview: How do kidney transplants work? | Alexander H. Toledo

In this episode of TED Health, hosted by Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider, the discussion centers on the evolution and current landscape of kidney transplants, featuring insights from educator Alexander H.

1 Apr 2025 · 24m

Your relationship expectations could be holding you back | Stephanie R. Yates-Anyabwile

In this episode of TED Health, hosted by Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider, couples therapist Stephanie R.

25 Mar 2025 · 11m

What staying up all night does to your brain | Anna Rothschild

What Staying Up All Night Does to Your Brain

18 Mar 2025 · 15m

A menu of foods we might lose forever | Sam Kass

Climate change's impact on food availability.

11 Mar 2025 · 13m

Why don’t vampires cast reflections? | Eric Nuzum

Exploration of vampire lore, its history, and the psychological fears it reflects.

4 Mar 2025 · 12m

The science (and art) of creating lasting sexual connections | Emily Nagoski on TED Talks Daily Summer Book Club

The science (and art) of creating lasting sexual connections | Emily Nagoski on TED Talks Daily Summer Book Club

25 Feb 2025 · 32m

A medical mythbuster's mission to improve health care | Joel Bervell

In this episode of TED Health, Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider interviews Joel Bervell, a Ghanaian-American medical student and social media advocate who addresses racial biases and health inequities in the…

18 Feb 2025 · 28m

What long COVID taught me about life (and data) | Giorgia Lupi

In this episode of TED Health, information designer Giorgia Lupi shares her personal journey with long COVID and how tracking her symptoms over four years through data helped her gain insights,…

11 Feb 2025 · 13m

The hidden forces behind your food choices | Sarah Lake

The Hidden Forces Behind Your Food Choices | Sarah Lake

4 Feb 2025 · 10m

Could psychedelics help patients in therapy? | Benjamin Lewis

In this episode, psychiatrist Benjamin Lewis discusses his clinical trials on psilocybin-assisted therapy, showcasing how it may help individuals suffering from mental health issues such as…

28 Jan 2025 · 32m

Do you really need 8 hours of sleep? | Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter

In this episode of TED Health, Dr. Jen Gunter explores the complexities of sleep, addressing common myths and misconceptions about sleep duration, sleep hygiene, and the cultural significance of…

21 Jan 2025 · 32m

Why is it so dangerous to step on a rusty nail? | Louise Thwaites

The history, science, and prevention of tetanus, particularly its association with rusty nails.

14 Jan 2025 · 6m

Can dogs detect the next pandemic before it begins? | Glen J. Golden

In this episode of TED Health, Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider hosts neurobiologist Glen J.

7 Jan 2025 · 15m

My mission to change the narrative of mental health | Glenn Close

Glenn Close, legendary actor and mental health advocate

31 Dec 2024 · 14m

The TED AI Show: AI therapy is here. What does it mean for you?

In this episode, host Bilawal Sidhu discusses the intersection of artificial intelligence and mental health therapy with Dr.

24 Dec 2024 · 41m

Are life-saving medicines hiding in the world's coldest places? | Normand Voyer

Are life-saving medicines hiding in the world's coldest places? | Normand Voyer

17 Dec 2024 · 14m