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Past members-only events include conversations with Luvvie Ajyai, Simon Sinek, Dan Pink and more.

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Inside the mind of your dog

For humans, "good dog" is one of the biggest compliments we can give a canine. But, turns out, there's a lot we could learn from dogs' misbehavior. Join us for a live conversation with canine cognition expert Alexandra Horowitz, where she shares what's really going on when dogs act up -- and how we can use that to build better relationships with the four-legged friends in our lives.

Bezos Scholars

In this live TED session, get inspired by TED Talks and performances from emerging leaders committed to creating a better future through action. You're invited to join the first ever TED Bezos Scholar Salon and hear from the forward-thinkers who are shaping our workplaces, financial institutions, human rights organizations, and the arts.

Anthony Fauci: On Health, Healing and Our Future

The doctor is in! Dr. Anthony Fauci has advised 7 US Presidents on domestic and global health issues. He’s also one of the world’s most-cited biomedical scientists, with an extensive body of research into infectious and immune-mediated diseases. Join Dr. Fauci in an exclusive conversation with TED science curator, David Biello, as he opens up about COVID, monkeypox and what’s next.

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