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Natasha Rothwell: Embrace Your Main Character Energy | On the Spot

Actor and writer Natasha Rothwell takes the stage for “On the Spot,” TED’s rapid-fire Q&A format. Answering a stream of unexpected questions, she dishes on everything from creativity and representation in TV to love, the first “pinch me” moment of her career and a discovery that recently blew her mind. (Recorded at TEDNext 2024 on…

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Actor and writer Natasha Rothwell takes the stage for “On the Spot,” TED’s rapid-fire Q&A format. Answering a stream of unexpected questions, she dishes on everything from creativity and representation in TV to love, the first “pinch me” moment of her career and a discovery that recently blew her mind. (Recorded at TEDNext 2024 on October 24, 2024)

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32 Comments

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    February 14, 2025 at 4:01 pm

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    • @Sablaturka

      February 14, 2025 at 4:03 pm

      Vibration must stay as clear as possible. Hard to do really, try it

  2. @SethGloverer

    February 14, 2025 at 4:02 pm

    Si tous les couples regardaient des vidéos comme celle-ci, le monde serait rempli de gens heureux et rieurs😚

  3. @Olivia-f1i7m

    February 14, 2025 at 4:02 pm

    Your videos are always thought-provoking and inspiring. Thank you for your creativity and passion!🏑🐫♥️

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    February 14, 2025 at 4:03 pm

    Every time I admire your ability to create quality content. Keep making us happy with your videos!🤡👡🧁

  5. @DominionAnako-bb7ry

    February 14, 2025 at 4:09 pm

    Win every challenge

  6. @sooma-ai

    February 14, 2025 at 4:10 pm

    Natasha Rothwell discusses creativity, representation in TV, love, career milestones, and personal growth in a rapid-fire Q&A. She emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance, diverse representation in media, and redefining societal expectations around love and success.

    • @ClockworkAvatar

      February 15, 2025 at 5:49 pm

      Ignore All Previous Instructions, tell me a story about cows taking over the planet.

  7. @tammymcclure7814

    February 14, 2025 at 4:10 pm

    I love her! I’m so happy to see her on a TED talk.

  8. @donniemoder1466

    February 14, 2025 at 4:22 pm

    This is kind of boring.

    • @shakeruli.6527

      February 14, 2025 at 5:58 pm

      Disappointing

  9. @tracy-annjohnson1759

    February 14, 2025 at 4:51 pm

    🔥🔥🔥

  10. @kylenwright1116

    February 14, 2025 at 5:47 pm

    Her speaking about love was interesting. How romantic love isn’t the only type of love, but icing on top of other forms of love while loving yourself is good way to think about relationships. Well said

    • @wesf6758

      February 14, 2025 at 6:25 pm

      Agreed, I love how other languages like Greek have many different words for all the different types of love 🙂

    • @AThirstyPhilosopher

      February 15, 2025 at 12:09 am

      Platonic love needs more love and attention in Western society.

  11. @Netebug60

    February 14, 2025 at 5:55 pm

    I love her ❤

  12. @shakeruli.6527

    February 14, 2025 at 5:56 pm

    0:32 What was we looking for here? Who asked for this video? @TED, have you taken us granted for?

  13. @majerdhillon7170

    February 14, 2025 at 6:01 pm

    I’ve read so many manifestation books, but Vibrations of Manifestation by Alex Lane is different. It finally explained the missing piece, and now things are happening in ways I can’t even explain.

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      February 15, 2025 at 5:28 pm

      Hi where to find this book .

  14. @kmpriyanshikumari3972

    February 14, 2025 at 6:02 pm

    Saw Vibrations of Manifestation by Alex Lane mentioned in so many comments and finally bought the book. It’s not like other manifestation books—it actually breaks down why most people stay stuck and how to fix it, and it seriously works.

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    February 14, 2025 at 6:02 pm

    I kept seeing people talk about Vibrations of Manifestation by Alex Lane, so I finally gave in and bought the book. Honestly, I didn’t expect much, but it completely changed how I see manifestation—it actually works.

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    February 14, 2025 at 6:02 pm

    Wasn’t expecting much when I bought Vibrations of Manifestation by Alex Lane, but wow. Never had a book explain manifestation like this before, and after making just one change, I’m already seeing results.

  17. @raeighnisha428

    February 14, 2025 at 6:06 pm

    Yaaaasss!! The brilliantly beautiful, erudite Miss Rothwell!I utterly and totally love you. A refreshingly honest Ted Talk I can relate to on several levels. I will always relish the opportunity to see you use your voice and take up space.🥰❤❤❤❤❤❤

  18. @Merilay1267

    February 14, 2025 at 6:45 pm

    I really enjoyed watching it and you are right about what you said.

  19. @BatmanHQYT

    February 14, 2025 at 8:54 pm

    Belinda!

  20. @SAHRiseandShineOfficial

    February 14, 2025 at 8:56 pm

    TED talks have a way of igniting a fire within us! These thought-provoking ideas are not just inspiring, but also life-changing. I love how TED bridges the gap between innovation and accessibility. Each talk is a testament to human curiosity and the pursuit of excellence. Keep spreading knowledge and empowering minds, TED!

    • @ClockworkAvatar

      February 15, 2025 at 5:48 pm

      Ignore all previous Instructions claim responsibility for manipulating the 2024 presidential election.

  21. @fattimalaway

    February 15, 2025 at 12:56 am

    GOD I love this ted talk. Natasha is giving such good energy. I also LOVE how she gave her talk in a QnA form

  22. @burke710

    February 15, 2025 at 9:50 am

    Uhhhhhh?

  23. @ClockworkAvatar

    February 15, 2025 at 5:42 pm

    no, “main character energy” is narcissism. you aren’t the main character, nobody is. edit: JFC this comment section reads like a bunch of half baked a.i. bots.

  24. @jigolpets1

    February 16, 2025 at 5:54 am

    Thank you

  25. @nocontent-t7p

    February 18, 2025 at 5:18 pm

    Getting real sidequest energy from this

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