Go ahead, dream about the future | Charlie Jane Anders (re-release)

In this TED Talk Daily episode, Elise Hu introduces Charlie Jane Anders, a science fiction writer, who discusses the importance of imagining the future as a tool for empowerment and preparation. Anders shares her creative process, which involves blending research with active dreaming, considering future history, and exploring second-order effects. She illustrates these concepts using examples such as future cities, waste management, augmented reality, social media, and medicine, emphasizing that the future will be a complex mix of technological advancements and unexpected consequences. Anders encourages listeners to embrace their imagination to shape a better and more inclusive tomorrow.