Play this word game to come up with original ideas | Shimpei Takahashi

Play this word game to come up with original ideas | Shimpei Takahashi

Author: TED March 12, 2015 Duration: 5:30
Shimpei Takahashi always dreamed of designing toys. But when he started work as a toy developer, he found that the pressure to produce squashed his creativity. In this short, funny talk, Takahashi describes how he got his ideas flowing again, and shares a simple word game anyone can play to generate new ideas. (In Japanese with English subtitles.)

Curiosity doesn't have an age limit, and some of the most profound ideas are the ones that spark a sense of wonder in everyone. TED Talks Kids and Family gathers those particular talks that resonate across generations, featuring the world's leading thinkers and doers from TED conferences and events worldwide. This podcast brings you audio from talks that are especially engaging for young minds and perfect for family listening, turning car rides or quiet moments into opportunities for shared discovery. You'll hear stories and explanations that tackle big questions with clarity, celebrate creativity in all its forms, and reveal the fascinating details of science, art, and the human experience in ways that are accessible and exciting. Each episode is chosen to inspire, intrigue, and stir the imagination, proving that powerful ideas are for everyone. It’s a collection that reminds us that learning is a lifelong adventure, and some conversations are best enjoyed together. TED, the nonprofit behind this podcast, is devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading, and this curated selection focuses on those ideas that ignite a lifelong love of learning in listeners of all ages.
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