TED Radio Hour Breathe
Jan 15, 2021
Join former world champion freediver Tanya Streeter, art and scent historian Caro Verbeek, and mindfulness expert Andy Puddicombe as they dive into the transformative power of breath. Discover how breath control enhances physical performance and mental clarity, with insights from freediving techniques and mindfulness practices. Caro reveals how historical smells evoke emotions and memories, while Andy discusses breathing’s essential role in meditation. Together, they highlight the connection between breath, health, and environmental awareness.
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Pollution and Inequality
- Air pollution disproportionately affects communities based on economic and racial lines.
- This exacerbates existing societal inequalities and creates devastating health consequences.
Life Near Refineries
- Yvette Arellano and her family experience strong, varying chemical smells due to nearby refineries.
- These smells cause health problems like asthma, reproductive issues, and skin rashes.
Pollution's Wide-Ranging Effects
- Air pollution's effects extend beyond respiratory issues.
- It's linked to heart attacks, strokes, cancers, dementia, and even Alzheimer's markers in children.
