The Public Commons

Online linguist Adam Aleksic explains how he goes viral decoding internet slang, plus why making a living online means working for 'the algorithm.' It's part 2 of our creator economy series.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This sh ...  Show more

The words "content creator" may make you roll your eyes. But in part 1 of our series, Kickstarter co-founder Yancey Strickler explains how the creator economy is changing work, art and what we value.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one ...  Show more

Introducing a new type of public space, custom-fit for communities in need of a shot of hope and wonder. Artist and TED Fellow Matthew Mazzotta takes us across the US, sharing delightful projects that refresh space and place, spark collective conversation and reignite a sense of ...  Show more

Architect and designer Abeer Seikaly shares how architecture facilitates interaction, personal agency, and comfort for refugee communities. This talk was filmed at TEDxKlagenfurt. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas wo ...  Show more

How do we make public celebrations more inclusive? Artist and art therapist Kate Lacour highlights the range of needs for public event attendees based on her experience working with special needs students at Mardi Gras. This talk was filmed at TEDxVermilionStreet. All TEDx events ...  Show more

Neuroscientist Jane Roskams explores strategies to help rebuild public faith in science. This talk was filmed at TEDxSeattle. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TED ...  Show more