How symbols and brands shape our humanity | Debbie Millman

Visit to get our entire library of TED Talks, transcripts, translations, personalized Talk recommendations and more. “Branding is the profound manifestation of the human spirit,“ says designer and podcaster Debbie Millman. In a historical odyssey that she illustrated herself, Millman traces the evolution of branding, from cave paintings to flags to beer labels and beyond. She explores the power of symbols to unite people, beginning with prehistoric communities who used them to represent beli