10 Intercultural Communication TED Talk Videos (2025)

Here are two TED Talks that offer insights into intercultural communication:

• Julian Treasure – “How to Speak So That People Want to Listen” – This talk emphasizes the importance of clear, respectful, and empathetic speaking—essential for effective communication across different cultures.
• Taiye Selasi – “Don’t Ask Where I’m From, Ask Where I’m a Local” – In this talk, Selasi explains why asking someone where they’re “from” can be limiting, instead she highlights the idea of being “a local” to focus on the everyday places, cultures, and communities that actually shape a person’s life.