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Aging

A collection of TED Talks (and more) on the topic of Aging.

Video playlists about Aging

The best TED Podcasts of 2025

These TED Podcasts dive into the ideas shaping 2025, from episodes on life hacks and groundbreaking science to interviews with experts and cultural icons. Hear how to beat imposter syndrome, why seaweed is great at cutting methane and what everyday habits can make you a better human.

TED Talks for living to 100 years old and beyond

Longevity isn’t just about good genes — it’s shaped by how you live, connect, eat, move and find meaning. These speakers delve into what it truly takes to reach 100 and beyond, sharing science-backed insights and deeply personal wisdom for a longer, more fulfilling life.

TED Talks for 20-somethings

Twenty-somethings rejoice! From personal finance to finding your passion, these TED Talks can help you through your (first, second and possibly third) quarter-life crisis.

What's the secret to living longer?

Some simple (and honestly sort of scary) ways we can potentially prolong human life.

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Talks about Aging

Juulia Jylhava

The 3 best predictors of how well you’ll age

Bonnie Tsui

How to use your muscles — or risk losing them

Jaime Seeman

The wonder of weightlifting

Adriana Galván

3 reasons to take risks like a teenager

Christi Gendron

The science of lifespan — and the impact of your five senses

Chip Conley

An alternative to the "midlife crisis"

Piyachart Phiromswad

The tech we need to fight workplace ageism

Jennifer D. Sciubba

The truth about human population decline

Jen Gunter

5 things you should know about back pain

Shannon Odell

What's the smartest age?

Li-Huei Tsai

Could we treat Alzheimer's with light and sound?

Design Matters with Debbie Millman

Nick Offerman

Joshua Chu-Tan

The science of preserving sight

WorkLife with Adam Grant

Career decline isn't inevitable

Carl Honoré

Why we should embrace aging as an adventure

Kaitlyn Sadtler and Heather J. Faust

Why haven't we cured arthritis?

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Exclusive articles about Aging

Menopause is something that almost all women go through — so why the silence?

Medically speaking, menopause is puberty in reverse. But unlike puberty, it's not welcomed or talked about. We need to change how we view this universal biological transition, says Dr. Jen Gunter.

Posted May 2021

Aging is inevitable, so why not do it joyfully? Here’s how

Here are 8 ways to approach growing older -- and life -- with wonder, curiosity and delight, from author and designer Ingrid Fetell Lee.

Posted Apr 2021

What is the ideal age to retire? Never, according to a neuroscientist

Too much time spent with no purpose is associated with unhappiness. If you want to live a satisfying, long life, neuroscientist Daniel Levitin has some advice for you: Stay busy.

Posted Feb 2020

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