A feminist reimagining of Kenya's public transport | Naomi Mwaura

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How to escape your obsession with productivity | Rebecca McMackin and Catherine Price

Why are we so obsessed with productivity? Horticulturist Rebecca McMackin (who wants people to let their lawns grow wild) and author Catherine Price (who wrote a book about the power of fun) come together to discuss the relief of giving up control. From growing milkweed to taking ...  Show more

I thought I was lazy. Turns out I had a sleep disorder | Lindsay Scola

For more than two decades, sleep health educator Lindsay Scola attributed her never-ending exhaustion to long hours and demanding jobs. When she was diagnosed with narcolepsy, she finally got the wake-up call that transformed her life. In this rousing talk, she discusses the epid ...  Show more

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