Manoush Zomorodi

Mentioned in 10 analyzed podcast episodes across 3 shows

Host of NPR's TED Radio Hour, a podcast that explores ideas from TED talks and related topics. Conducts interviews and guides discussions on diverse subjects ranging from genetics and relationships to artificial intelligence and technology's role in society. Known for framing complex contemporary issues and helping audiences navigate uncertainty through curated storytelling.

Appears On

TED Radio Hour How to Be a Better Human TED Tech

Episode Appearances

TED Radio Hour · May 8, 2026

How to mend a broken heart

“Host of TED Radio Hour episode on heartache and emotional health”

Broken Heart Syndrome (Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy)Psychosocial Stress and Cardiovascular HealthMarriage Counseling and Divorce Prevention

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TED Radio Hour · Apr 24, 2026

Can we preserve knowledge … forever?

“Host of TED Radio Hour episode on knowledge preservation”

Digital Preservation and ArchivingInternet Archive and Web PreservationE-book Licensing vs. Digital Ownership

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TED Radio Hour · Apr 17, 2026

Using ancient philosophy to cope with your modern problems

“Host conducting interview with Megan Sullivan about philosophy and modern challenges”

Ancient Greek philosophy and Socratic methodVirtue ethics and eudaimonia (flourishing)AI ethics and anthropomorphization

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TED Radio Hour · Jan 9, 2026

The secrets in your baby's genes

“Host of TED Radio Hour; conducts interviews and guides discussion throughout the episode”

Newborn Genome SequencingPreventive GenomicsGenetic Risk Stratification

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How to Be a Better Human · Jan 5, 2026

How to make 2026 a year full of laughs (w/ Chris Duffy and Manoush Zomorodi)

“Guest host of this episode; host of The TED Radio Hour; journalist and author; interviewed Chris Duffy about his humor book”

Three Pillars of Good HumorVulnerability and Self-Deprecation in Professional SettingsHumor as Tension Relief During Illness and Grief

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TED Radio Hour · Jan 2, 2026

Navigating uncertainty

“Host of TED Radio Hour episode on navigating uncertainty”

Medical Clowning and Therapeutic HumorCynicism and Trust in SocietyHopeful Skepticism as Alternative Framework

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TED Radio Hour · Dec 26, 2025

Who counts as a significant other?

“Host of TED Radio Hour and NPR producer who frames and contextualizes episode discussions on relationship definitions”

Platonic relationships and friendship as primary life partnershipNon-traditional household structures and cohabitation modelsSingle-at-heart identity and intentional singlehood

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TED Tech · Dec 26, 2025

What 2025 Taught Us—And Where 2026 Is Taking Us

“Host of NPR's TED Radio Hour; discusses demographic change, aging populations, and technology relationships”

Sustainable Infrastructure InnovationAI Ethics and Data OwnershipClimate Technology and Precision Sustainability

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TED Radio Hour · Dec 19, 2025

Who is really shaping the future of AI?

“Host of TED Radio Hour; frames episode around question of who shapes AI's future and explores competing narratives”

Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) development and strategic advantageU.S.-China AI competition and geopolitical implicationsOpen-source versus proprietary AI models and distribution strategies

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TED Radio Hour · Dec 12, 2025

Soundtracks of our lives

“Host of TED Radio Hour; guides episode narrative on soundtracks and their impact on human experience”

Songwriting Craft and Emotional ResonanceAI-Generated Music Technology and CopyrightMusic as Medicine and Wellness

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