Cesar gives us the COSA method for powerful storytelling. We all have a story to tell and our ability to tell those stories will drastically improve our lives. Cesar Castro holds a bachelor's degree in Psychology, and dual master's degrees in organizational…

Boo shares why he adopted his childhood nickname and turned it into his identity. He talks about the alter ego that has made him among the most successful in his field. - This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently…

In Dishita's TED Talk, The Art of Touch, she explores how human-centered design can help people with Parkinson’s Disease and other neurodegenerative conditions reconnect with the world and their loved ones. Vandegrift High School student Dishita Bajaj is…

In Aashka’s TED Talk, Reimagining Home: The Innovation in Affordable Housing, she explores how groundbreaking technologies such as 3D-printed houses and tiny homes and redefining the true definition of what it means to have a home in the modern age. Ultimately…

The speaker's transition from extreme sports to adaptive activities for people with disabilities shifted his definition of courage from conquering nature to having patience, understanding, and care for others. He successfully created a national community…

Lasya Kesapragada uses her passion for affordable fashion to educate others, especially teenagers, on how they can express themselves with low-cost options and innovation with what they already have. Outside of her studies, Laasya Kesapragada uses her time…

Speaking about the future of geographic data and its impacts, Vandegrift High School student Shaye Wirth aims to utilize her passions for global affairs, business, and technology to delve into new research presenting their correlations. Outside of her studies…

In Powell’s TED Talk, Innovation of Language, he dives into one of the most overlooked displays of innovation the world often misses, that being language. Through a multitude of real-world examples and intricacies, he sheds a whole new light on the nuances…

In Christine’s TED Talk, The Power of Innovation: Responsibility in Creation, she explores how even though innovation withholds the power to change society for the better, within innovation lies a huge ethical responsibility. As a result, she emphasizes the…

This talk is a personal narrative about the power of imagination and how it fueled the speaker's transformation from a dreamer obsessed with adventure books into a professional nature photographer. The speaker shares compelling stories from India and Uganda…

The speaker reflects on her 46 years in the "hard and wild" world of business, viewing her changing beliefs as small stones that have shaped a fluid mindset . She critiques the modern business world for its abundance of pre-packaged "answers" and "leadership…

In "Serve the Revolution: How Cooking Changed the Way I See the World", Mahim Ahmed, known as MahimMakes, delves into the transformative power of home cooking. What began as a personal passion evolved into a platform that challenges the norms of culinary…

Every great story of transformation begins with uncertainty. This talk explores the often-overlooked truth that growth doesn’t emerge from comfort, it begins when we step into the unknown. It reminds us that action is the antidote to fear, and that discomfort…

La Desirée Bela capgira el marc mental del públic recordant que el privilegi blanc és un «paquet invisible de beneficis no merescuts». Des de la seva pròpia experiència de dona racialitzada, convida a reconèixer-lo i posar-lo al servei de qui no el té, practicant…

Cos’è la sofferenza? Perché l’essere umano la rifugge, relegandola ad un momento “da dimenticare” della propria vita?
Attraverso la mia esperienza personale e lavorativa, ho cercato di esplorare le pieghe più profonde di questo stato d’animo, sottolineandone…

This talk is a heartfelt exploration of what it truly means to heal and to help others heal. It reminds us that healing begins with empathy, not expertise, and that every act of genuine care can ripple far beyond what we imagine. You don’t need a title, a…

The main point is your GPA isn't the only thing that defines your growth. There’s so much we learn in college that doesn’t show up on the transcript. Like learning how to fail, how to work with different kinds of people, how to understand yourself, and how…

Through my journey with dyslexia, I challenge the stigma that equates learning differences with failure. My talk is about transforming shame into strength, breaking stereotypes, and inspiring a future where every unique mind is valued for its unique genius.…

This talk gives a real and honest look at what it’s like to be a content creator trying to keep up with an algorithm that never sleeps. It talks about the pressure to stay relevant, the burnout from constantly chasing likes and views, and the struggle between…

"It’s the idea that being an **NPC (non-playable character)** can feel more freeing than being the main character—less pressure, fewer expectations, and the comfort of simplicity. Instead of chasing constant spotlight and plot twists, an NPC embraces stability…