Heartache

From robot helpers to smart body parts, the line between human and machine is blurring. This hour, TED speakers design tech that enhances us without diminishing our humanity. Guests include robot choreographer and computer scientist Catie Cuan, engineer and biophysicist Hugh Herr ...  Show more

The debate about masculinity has reached a fever pitch. But Richard Reeves says we must move past the culture wars and look at the facts. This hour, a thoughtful approach to supporting boys and men.TED Radio Hour+ listeners now get access to bonus episodes, with more ideas from T ...  Show more

For the final interview of the series, Florence gets advice from two of her friends, Tayo and Lou. Should your friends evert stage an intervention when the heartbreak is getting too much? Or should they be there as the ever patient, ever sympathetic shoulder to cry on?In 2020 Flo ...  Show more

In the U.S., there's a relentless focus on positivity. But as we all know, with life comes death — and with happiness, sadness. Susan Cain, author of Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole, opens our eyes to the transformative power of melancholy.See pcm.adswizz.com fo ...  Show more

Hi there, it’s Jody. Heartbreak hurts. But love—especially the love we give ourselves—can heal deeply. So as we continue with the “Lead with Love” series, in this episode, we gently mend our hearts with love and compassion. Xo, Jody Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho ...  Show more

How do you start over when the person you loved is gone? Heartbreak can stop you in your tracks, and romantic heartbreak seems to come with its own unique grief.On the season finale of “Mind If We Talk?”, host and therapist Haesue Jo talks with Sabrina Zohar, dating coach and pod ...  Show more