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In the nearly 30 years since
From the more than 1,500 short lectures on all sorts of quirky and fascinating topics that are available online, you can find experts discussing everything from dancing cockroaches to beatboxing and the science of levitation.
We combed through the TED offerings to find some of the most ridiculous talks out there. Often, they're jaw-dropping, funny, and inspiring. Without a doubt, they're unforgettable.