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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

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