Join Rev. James Forbes at the dinner table of his Southern childhood, where his mother and father taught him what compassion really means day to day — sharing with those who need love.... Read More إقرأ المزيد | Share it now!

Swami Dayananda Saraswati unravels the parallel paths of personal development and attaining true compassion. He walks us through each step of self-realization, from helpless infancy to the fearless act of caring for others.... Read More إقرأ المزيد | Share it now!

While we all agree that compassion is a great idea, Rabbi Tabick acknowledges there are challenges to its execution. She explains how a careful balance of compassion and justice allows us to do good deeds, and keep our sanity.... Read More إقرأ المزيد | Share it now!

Singer-songwriter Nellie McKay performs the semi-serious song “Clonie” — about creating the ultimate companion.... Read More إقرأ المزيد | Share it now!

Bill Strickland tells a quiet and astonishing tale of redemption through arts, music, and unlikely partnerships.... Read More إقرأ المزيد | Share it now!

Featuring the vocals and mischievous bell-playing of accordionist and singer Rachelle Garniez, the TED House Band — led by Thomas Dolby on keyboard — delivers this delightful rendition of the Edith Piaf standard “La Vie en Rose.”... Read More إقرأ المزيد | Share it now!

Nora York gives a stunning performance of her song “What I Want,” with Jamie Lawrence (keyboards), Steve Tarshis (guitar) and Arthur Kell (bass).... Read More إقرأ المزيد | Share it now!

McKenna Pope’s younger brother loved to cook, but he worried about using an Easy-Bake Oven — because it was a toy for girls. So at age 13, Pope started an online petition for the American toy company Hasbro to change the pink-and-purple color scheme on the classic toy and incorporate boys into its TV marketing. In a heartening talk, Pope makes the case for gender-neutral toys and gives a rousing call to action to all kids who feel powerless.... Read More إقرأ المزيد | Share it now!

What should a community do with its unused land? Plant food, of course. With energy and humor, Pam Warhurst tells at the TEDSalon the story of how she and a growing team of volunteers came together to turn plots of unused land into communal vegetable gardens, and to change the narrative of food in their community.... Read More إقرأ المزيد | Share it now!