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TED Radio Hour · April 10, 2026 · 49m

The hidden forces shaping your choices

TED speakers explore the unseen forces behind everyday decisions: what we eat, how we power our homes, and how we communicate. Guests include food systems expert Sarah Lake, infrastructure engineer Deb Chachra, cross-cultural psychologist Michele Gelfand, urban planner Jeff Speck, and Tempe resident Ignacio Delgadillo.

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Highlights

Hidden forces behind food choices
Sarah Lake explains that many factors shape what we eat beyond personal preference.
How we power our homes
Deb Chachra talks about the hidden forces that influence how we power our homes.
Cultural influences on communication
Michele Gelfand explores how culture shapes the way we communicate and make choices.
Urban design and decision-making
Jeff Speck discusses how urban planning subtly shapes our daily choices.
A personal perspective on choice
Ignacio Delgadillo shares how hidden forces have shaped his own decisions.
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