Shonda Rhimes on the future of storytelling

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October 30, 2017 Today's TED Talk The future of storytelling 21:58 minutes · TED2017 "We all feel a compelling need to watch stories, to tell stories ... to discuss the things that tell each one of us that we are not alone in the world," says TV titan Shonda Rhimes. A dominant force in television since "Grey's Anatomy" hit the airwaves, Rhimes discusses the future of media networks, how she's using her narrative-building skills as a force for good, an intriguing concept known as "Amish summers" and much more, in conversation with Cyndi Stivers, director of the TED Residency. Watch now »   Playlist of the Day Powerful stories Curl up and listen to some of the most intimate, and compelling personal stories shared on the TED stage. Watch » 10 talks · Total run time 2:18:56 NEW ON IDEAS.TED.COM 4 tips for talking to people you disagree with Megan Phelps-Roper grew up in the Westboro Baptist Church and was picketing with signs like “gays are worthy of death” at the age of five. She left 20 years later because strangers on Twitter changed her mind. Here she shares tips for how to have effective conversations. Read more »   Download the TED app

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