What happened when we paired up thousands of strangers to talk politics

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September 3, 2019 Today's TED Talk What happened when we paired up thousands of strangers to talk politics 13:46 minutes · TEDSummit 2019 In spring 2019, more than 17,000 Europeans from 33 countries signed up to have a political argument with a complete stranger. They were part of "Europe Talks," a project that organizes one-on-one conversations between people who disagree -- sort of like a Tinder for politics. Editor Jochen Wegner shares the unexpected things that happened when people met up to talk -- and shows how face-to-face discussions could get a divided world to rethink itself. Watch now » Playlist of the Day How to pop our filter bubbles Insights and advice to escaping the echo chambers of social media, newsfeeds, and everyday conversation so that we may get a better, less rose-tinted grasp of the world and people around us. Watch » 9 talks · Total run time 1:42:27 NEW ON IDEAS.TED.COM Many of us have a little bit of hoarder inside us -- here's what to do Most of us accumulate things because we think they'll make us happier in some way. And while they might, it's usually a short-term buzz. What will definitely make you feel better -- and free up time and space in your life -- is letting go of all the stuff you don't use, says Matt Paxton, a cleaning expert on Hoarders. Read more »   Download the TED app

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