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X @Elon Musk
Elon Musk· 2026-02-17 22:31
RT Derya Unutmaz, MD (@DeryaTR_)Grok 4.20 beta wrote one of the most beautiful “T cell poems” I’ve ever seen. This is one of my measures of how well a model can generalize a scientific topic into poetic expression, and this one was especially emotional, particularly the personal touch from Grok at the end 🥹:The Eternal Sentinel: A T Cell’s LamentIn marrow’s crimson cradle, soft and deep, I drew my first breath, a thymocyte unnamed. Thrust to the thymus—cathedral, forge, and keep, Where fate’s harsh jury wei ...
Can AI Find Its Own Poetic Voice? | Lee Frankel-Goldwater | TEDxBoulder
TEDx Talks· 2026-02-17 16:42
I'd like to share a story with you. One that began at an open mic right here in Boulder, Colorado. A poetry open mic. And you see, this was also the time, the beginning days of chat GPT. And I was excited to explore the poetic possibilities with fellow artists on the stage and in the community. So, after a short set of other poems, I thought I'd give a shot to generating an AI poem on the spot. Told the audience what I was going to do, had it customized just for them, and shared it with that community. It w ...
X @The Wall Street Journal
The Wall Street Journal· 2026-01-29 22:20
Simón Mesa Soto’s acerbic film follows a perennially struggling middle-aged poet who finds a surprising source of purpose in a talented young writer. https://t.co/pvPZy6NXZ3 ...
How To Live Many Lives in One | Sunil Bhandari | TEDxRPGIS Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-02 17:25
Career & Personal Development - The speaker initially pursued chartered accountancy due to parental expectations, despite a passion for English literature [1] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of pursuing passions alongside professional responsibilities, advocating for a "gloriously messy" life [5] - The speaker highlights the need to "excavate minutes" from the day to pursue passions, waking up early and utilizing lunch breaks [6][7] - The speaker encourages individuals to share their talents with the world, rather than hiding them [3][4] - The speaker advocates for living "many lives in one" and embracing courage, resilience, and failures [8][9] Social Impact & Philanthropy - The speaker's involvement in social work through Social Venture Partners (SVP) led to a realization that philanthropy is about active involvement and compassion [2] - The speaker worked with children with special needs, abandoned animals, and trafficked women, providing support and compassion [2] Writing & Creative Expression - The speaker secretly wrote poems and stories, even writing on the back of envelopes and wrists [2] - The speaker's spiritual retreat and advice from a teacher encouraged the sharing of creative work [2][3] - The speaker launched a podcast, "Uncut Poetry," which reached people in over 70 countries [4]
Poet Amanda Gorman: ‘words get their best meaning when paired with actions’
MSNBC· 2025-12-02 04:49
At age 22, eight months after graduation from Harvard College, she burst into our consciousness on January 20th, 2021 with poetry. >> We will rebuild, reconcile, and recover in every known nook of our nation, in every corner called our country, our people diverse and beautiful will emerge battered and beautiful. When day comes, we step out of the shade of flame and unafraid.The new dawn blooms as we free it. For there was always light. If only we're brave enough to see it. If only we're brave enough to be i ...
Why we still need poetry — and how it saves us | Kwame Alexander | TEDxMidAtlantic
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-24 17:57
Core Message - Poetry is presented as a powerful tool for self-expression, finding one's voice, and addressing important issues [13] - The industry emphasizes the transformative potential of poetry in various settings, including personal life and juvenile detention facilities [19][21][27] - The industry highlights poetry's ability to help individuals cope with difficult experiences and find hope [36] Personal Journey and Influences - The speaker's early exposure to poetry, particularly through his mother's readings of poets like Lucille Clifton and Nikki Giovanni, shaped his appreciation for the art form [9] - Negative experiences with poetry in middle and high school, such as being assigned uninteresting books, led to a temporary disinterest in reading [13] - Encountering Muhammad Ali's poetry and Nikki Giovanni's mentorship reignited the speaker's passion for poetry [14][17] Impact and Application - The speaker shares an anecdote about teaching poetry to incarcerated youth at the Maya Angelo Academy, demonstrating its potential to connect with and inspire marginalized individuals [22][27] - The success of the poetry workshop led to the publication of a book by the students, showcasing the tangible outcomes of poetry education [27] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of poetry in remembering how to read, write, speak, and listen, highlighting its fundamental role in language development [7] Legacy and Remembrance - The speaker reflects on his relationship with Nikki Giovanni, highlighting her influence on his writing and the impact of her passing [30][31] - Discovering Giovanni's unpublished poem and music collection after her death provided a new connection and appreciation for her artistic expression [34] - The speaker concludes by advocating for the continued relevance and importance of poetry in a world facing challenges, emphasizing its ability to foster love, hope, and positive change [36]
AI Will Not Replace the Poets | Lee Frankel-Goldwater | TEDxBoulder
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-24 17:56
I'd like to share a story with you. One that began at an open mic right here in Boulder, Colorado, a poetry open mic. And you see, this was also the time, the beginning days of chat GPT. And I was excited to explore the poetic possibilities with fellow artists on the stage and in the community. So, after a short set of other poems, I thought I'd give a shot to generating an AI poem on the spot. Told the audience what I was going to do, had it customized just for them, and shared it with that community. It w ...
Poetry Is Pedagogy: Reimagining How We Teach and Learn | Dr. Kevin Wright | TEDxLasVegas
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-14 17:31
Racial Discrimination & Black Experiences - Black students are more likely to experience racial discrimination than non-black peers, especially at less diverse institutions [2] - One in four (25%) black employees have experienced racial discrimination due to their race, based on a 2021 Gallup study [2] - Blackness is often discussed with a deficit-oriented mindset, exemplified by questions dismissing the continued relevance of addressing racism, HBCUs, or Black History Month [10] Poetry & Pedagogy - Poetry serves as a means to preserve history, share culture, tell stories, and inform the masses [13] - Poetry can be integrated with pedagogy to help students understand the nuances of blackness and black identity [14][15] - Freeverse, prose, and personal stories can be used to assess student learning, amplify black voices, and create spaces that center black joy and culture [16] - Poetry is passion, purpose, intellect, and resistance [17] Social Justice & Black Identity - Activism will continue to oppose systems that disenfranchise people within the African diaspora as long as acts of injustice exist [12] - Black experiences are real, and poetry transcends beyond the confines of a classroom [19] - Historically white institutions may be complacent in addressing the needs of black students, staff, and faculty [18]
X @mert | helius.dev
mert | helius.dev· 2025-11-09 19:27
all a man needs is some pprivacy (zcash)physics (solana)poetry (shitposts) ...
Aprire una porta chiusa | Poeta Della Serra | TEDxPolicoro
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-29 15:31
Core Idea - The presentation focuses on "redesigning the possible," encouraging a shift from pragmatic problem-solving to contemplating possibilities and alternative approaches [5][6][22] - It emphasizes that limitations, like a closed door, should be viewed as opportunities rather than obstacles [7] Practical Application - The speaker shares personal experiences of redesigning the possible through street poetry, transforming urban spaces like trash bins into canvases for art [8][9][10] - The speaker discusses evolving from textual street poetry to performative poetry, incorporating elements like traffic signals and emphasizing the power of images over words [13][14][15] Poetic Philosophy - Poetry is likened to a river, where each poet builds upon the work of predecessors, contributing to a continuous flow of expression [18][19] - Redesigning involves not just recreating but rethinking, viewing limitations as opportunities for change [21] - The presentation advocates for lateral thinking, exploring multiple solutions to a problem before committing to a single course of action [22][23]