What six years in captivity taught me about fear and faith

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August 2, 2017 Today's TED Talk What six years in captivity taught me about fear and faith 19:40 minutes · TED2017 In 2002, the Colombian guerilla movement known as the FARC (Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia) kidnapped Ingrid Betancourt in the middle of her presidential campaign. For the next six years, Betancourt was held hostage in jungle prison camps where she was ravaged by malaria, fleas, hunger and human cruelty until her rescue by the Colombian government. In this deeply personal talk, the politician turned writer explains what it's like to live in a perpetual state of fear -- and how her faith sustained her. (In Spanish with English subtitles.) Watch now »   Playlist of the Day Personal tales from the edge of life Beautiful, intimate and ultimately uplifting stories of challenge -- from making a new home in a strange country, to rebuilding life after unthinkable tragedy. Watch » 14 talks · Total run time 3:53:08 NEW ON IDEAS.TED.COM A father and son talk: What does it mean to be a man? Is a private Facebook group the 2017 version of the all-men's golf getaway? What's the difference between being "a good man" and "a real man?" In an honest and eye-opening conversation, Baby Boomer Michael Kimmel and his Generation Z son, Zachary, share their experiences of masculinity. Read more »   Download the TED app

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