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The Poetry of Family | Duncan Keegan | TED

Duncan Keegan doesn’t consider himself a poet, but this deeply beautiful talk shows otherwise. With simple grace and quiet eloquence, he celebrates family, connection and togetherness, often most called for at the hardest of times. (Recorded at TED2025 on April 10, 2025) If you love watching TED Talks like this one, become a TED Member…

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Duncan Keegan doesn’t consider himself a poet, but this deeply beautiful talk shows otherwise. With simple grace and quiet eloquence, he celebrates family, connection and togetherness, often most called for at the hardest of times. (Recorded at TED2025 on April 10, 2025)

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  1. @m10hn26T5yMococ-q

    May 30, 2025 at 11:05 am

    Simply wonderful! Thank you for your hard work and talent! 🍭💝

  2. @m10hn26T5yNgauau-q

    May 30, 2025 at 11:06 am

    Each of your videos is a real discovery! Thank you for your ideas! 💋🔥

  3. @sooma-ai

    May 30, 2025 at 11:11 am

    Duncan Keegan reflects on the power of family, connection, and poetry in the face of loss. He shares a personal story about his son’s death and daughter’s grief, emphasizing the importance of human presence over AI in times of hardship.

  4. @deanvangreunen6457

    May 30, 2025 at 11:16 am

    Sad 😔 😟

  5. @havo5684

    May 30, 2025 at 11:19 am

    *Anyone in 2211?* 💖

  6. @m10n30T5yLanhnh-f

    May 30, 2025 at 11:26 am

    Thank you so much for your fascinating ideas. Your videos add highlights to my day.🥁🧲🥳

  7. @No-to4kd

    May 30, 2025 at 11:42 am

    devastating

  8. @lindacarlton3154

    May 30, 2025 at 11:43 am

    I am sorry. You and your family are in my prayers. Thank you for putting into words what I have yet to be able to do. God bless you and your family. ❤🙏

  9. @drumbum3.142

    May 30, 2025 at 1:11 pm

    Be Sure You Know Who, What, and Why You Love

  10. @amaij-j4j

    May 30, 2025 at 1:13 pm

    What if your are a girl and sitting with your boy friends and you oass the gas than it sound like puutt than
    When i think about that it embarrass me

  11. @mobyment

    May 30, 2025 at 2:56 pm

    A moem of life

  12. @jeanniegaydan8881

    May 30, 2025 at 3:28 pm

    HUMANITY needs this message NOW. OUR HEARTS ARE FULL OF GRATITUDE, and DEEP EMPATHY FOR PURE LOVE made visible THROUGH you, of your RORY, HOVERING AROUND YOU AND EVERY ONE OF OUR HUMAN FAMILY.❤

  13. @kelleyrc5671

    May 30, 2025 at 6:35 pm

    Absolutely beautiful. I felt your loss deeply

  14. @vidskipperai

    May 30, 2025 at 6:36 pm

    *_TIMESTAMPS_* & Summary (by *VidSkipper AI* ): In the face of loss and the rise of AI, human connection, empathy, and understanding are what truly matter, offering solace and meaning beyond technological distractions.
    0:04 📜 The Poet’s Knowledge
    • Robert Frost: Scholars gain knowledge through logic, poets through experience and observation.
    • Older Irish view: Poets possess uncommon knowledge, finding felicities in loss and art.
    • Irish word ‘dawn’ signifies poem, gift, or fate, emphasizing silence’s role in intimacy.
    1:22 👩‍👧‍👦 The Weight of a Word
    • Speaker’s wife, Sarah, possesses a feel for ambiance and presence, shaping word meaning.
    • Recalls watching his son Ruairí in the car with Sarah, understanding their conversation without hearing it.
    • This illustrates the deep connection and understanding within a family.
    2:25 🤖 AI Companions vs. Human Connection
    • AI companions: Promised to never abandon, belittle, or maltreat children, offering constant care.
    • Speaker argues: AI counseling a child becomes a rival for affection, unmatched by parents.
    • AI’s threat: Not in replacing humans, but in the misapprehension of artificial consciousness.
    3:57 💔 Devices of Distraction
    • Artificial intelligence: Won’t serve as empathetic synthetics but as distractions for the living heart.
    • Refers to: Board game from “Jumanji”, Wilson from "Castaway," Bianca from "Lars and the Real Girl."
    • Speaker questions: What are humans for in the face of advancing technology?
    5:38 🕊️ Saying Goodbye to Ruairí
    • February 2023: The speaker’s son, Ruairí, passed away at age five.
    • Speaker shares story: About his then-11-year-old daughter, Niamh, saying goodbye to her brother.
    • Niamh: Traces every line, sees the gift of Ruairí, and reads the poem of his short life.
    8:26 🤝 The Poem of Life
    • Speaker relates: Their story to the audience’s future experience of facing a difficult door.
    • Hopes audience: Turns towards human connection instead of devices of distraction.
    • Emphasizes: The importance of a kind hand, a friend’s words, and understanding what we are for.

    ** Generated using ✨ *_VidSkipper AI_* Chrome Extension

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    May 31, 2025 at 5:38 am

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  16. @Karlkeyz26-b3u

    May 31, 2025 at 5:38 am

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  17. @BrandinBrandin-g4h

    May 31, 2025 at 5:38 am

    If you’re looking for a solid long-term presale bet, Alaxio should be on your list.

  18. @SxmplyAsh-ProbablyBreakFor-u9k

    May 31, 2025 at 5:39 am

    Alaxio’s presale is moving quicker than I expected — word is spreading.

  19. @MOAZ-o6v

    May 31, 2025 at 5:40 am

    Between its unique use of AI and clean branding, Alaxio stands out in a crowded field.

  20. @VickramSingh-o2t

    May 31, 2025 at 5:40 am

    I’ve got a bag of ALX ready for launch — won’t be surprised if this hits 25x quickly.

  21. @ThùyLê-w7r7c

    May 31, 2025 at 5:41 am

    Alaxio has that perfect early-stage hype-to-substance ratio.

  22. @joshuabolton-w8x

    May 31, 2025 at 5:41 am

    Watching the Alaxio chart after launch is going to be like watching fireworks.

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    May 31, 2025 at 10:20 am

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  24. @SabinNeupane-w5g

    May 31, 2025 at 3:40 pm

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  25. @FightNight-r3y

    May 31, 2025 at 3:41 pm

    I’ve seen dozens of projects come and go, but Alaxio has staying power.

  26. @KnowledgeofSelf-h2l

    May 31, 2025 at 3:42 pm

    Nothing excites me more than finding under-the-radar AI projects like this one.

  27. @GuataGuata-p5z

    May 31, 2025 at 3:42 pm

    Too many people wait until after the launch to get interested — I’m in Alaxio now.

  28. @ADLADL-b6f

    May 31, 2025 at 3:43 pm

    Alaxio is the kind of project that flies under the radar then dominates.

  29. @JenCole-f4n

    May 31, 2025 at 3:43 pm

    That whitepaper alone tells me Alaxio is serious — not some vaporware token.

  30. @DtxBygNoon-r1i

    May 31, 2025 at 3:44 pm

    I’m done chasing hype. Alaxio is what actual smart money plays look like.

  31. @IrlanaMariaLimaLeitão

    May 31, 2025 at 3:44 pm

    Keep sleeping if you want — I’ll keep stacking ALX.

  32. @ChupsieChupsie-z3p

    May 31, 2025 at 3:44 pm

    The more I research Alaxio, the more bullish I get — the roadmap is 🔥.

  33. @BrigidAnne-l1c

    May 31, 2025 at 3:45 pm

    AI is what crypto needed — and Alaxio is applying it the right way.

  34. @sheliaferguson-l4w

    May 31, 2025 at 3:45 pm

    Alaxio might not have the loudest launch, but I bet it’ll have one of the strongest runs.

  35. @MiriamOtero-i8r

    May 31, 2025 at 3:46 pm

    This project just feels right — solid devs, smart launch, focused goals.

  36. @NelsCarlson-p5u

    May 31, 2025 at 3:46 pm

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  37. @JassyRossel-t4g

    May 31, 2025 at 3:47 pm

    Smart plays right now are about narrative + execution. Alaxio has both.

  38. @bobaboba-s9z

    May 31, 2025 at 3:48 pm

    Watch for a surge once Alaxio hits X trends — this is pre-hype accumulation time.

  39. @OmarMezaAvalos-k4f

    May 31, 2025 at 3:48 pm

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    June 1, 2025 at 5:39 am

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  42. @HươngQuỳnh-c1b9l

    June 1, 2025 at 5:39 am

    I’m seeing similar community traction to early Injective Protocol — watch Alaxio closely.

  43. @SnakePlissken-e2y

    June 1, 2025 at 5:40 am

    Smart plays right now are about narrative + execution. Alaxio has both.

  44. @CheyenneC-p3k

    June 1, 2025 at 5:40 am

    Watch for a surge once Alaxio hits X trends — this is pre-hype accumulation time.

  45. @DallasCash-y6z

    June 1, 2025 at 5:42 am

    I’ve studied dozens of presales. Alaxio is one of the most legit setups I’ve seen this year.

  46. @BrandinBrandin-c1y

    June 1, 2025 at 5:42 am

    Every wallet I know that hit 100x in the past cycle is now loading up on Alaxio 💰⚙️

  47. @HoàiÂn-k8m

    June 1, 2025 at 5:43 am

    These are the coins that later show up on top gainer lists — Alaxio is ahead of that curve.

  48. @user-si3bq9lu8k

    June 1, 2025 at 5:44 am

    Make a list of 5 projects to hold into next year. Alaxio should be on it.

  49. @ChupsieChupsie-x5d

    June 1, 2025 at 5:44 am

    I trust data — and everything about Alaxio’s launch data looks strong.

  50. @EvgenyAn-z7v

    June 1, 2025 at 5:45 am

    AI x Crypto is not a meme anymore — Alaxio proves it with real tools and value.

  51. @Juancarloscano-b8g

    June 1, 2025 at 5:45 am

    Projects like this are why presale access matters so much.

  52. @ChavonJames-r2p

    June 1, 2025 at 5:46 am

    I can see this chart going parabolic soon 📉➡️📈 Alaxio is just getting started 💥🔥

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