This talk narrates a journey of resilience, adaptability, and lifelong learning. Overcoming stammering and Tourette’s syndrome, the speaker achieved multiple degrees (CA, LLB, MBA, PhD) while building a global business from a small office. A heart attack…

This talk is about being in that in-between phase of life, the grey area where things aren’t quite clear yet. Many of us feel like we’ve moved on from who we used to be, but haven’t exactly arrived at who we want to become, and that’s completely okay. The…

This talk challenges the common perception of people with disabilities as mere sources of inspiration. It shares experiences of rejection and societal bias, highlighting how ableist mindsets and language frame disability as a medical or charitable issue.…

This talk explores rethinking professional credibility beyond traditional resumes by introducing the concept of a “reputation wallet,” where every interaction acts as a deposit or withdrawal in trust. It presents the DEPOSIT framework: Define reputation goals…

This talk traces the inspiring journey of a child actress who began her career at age three with advertisements and TV shows like Ye Hai Mohabbatein, eventually working alongside stars like Amitabh Bachchan and gaining global recognition. She shares lessons…

This talk introduces the 5C rule: Clarity, Courage, Consistency, Community, and Celebration, as a roadmap to transform ideas into tangible results. It highlights why ideas often fail, citing comfort zones, perfection paralysis, and lone-ranger mindsets. Using…

What if the real heroes in our lives don’t wear capes, but quietly stand beside us every single day? This heartfelt talk is a personal story that will move you, inspire you and even change how you see the people closest to you. In this emotional and deeply…

In a world that often tells us who to be, where to go, and how to live, this talk is a heartfelt outcry to the universe: allow us to simply be.
Through stories of reflection, resilience, and belonging, the talk explores the timeless human quest to find our…

Did you know that research shows that people who read fiction tend to be more empathetic? That same power of stories can shape who we are and who we dare to become. From “you can be anything” Barbie to Disney’s flawed yet fearless heroes, to Elle Woods proving…

In a world defined by chaos — from pandemics and wars to personal failures and change — what do we do when everything feels uncertain? In his personal and inspiring TEDx talk, Andrew explores how building — not just things, but purpose, relationships, and…

What can 10,000 cartwheels teach us about life? Olympian turned multi-passionate Portfolioist Jessica Tudos flips conventional wisdom upside down to reveal why curiosity—not certainty—is the true key to confidence, clarity, and creative reinvention. Jessica…

Jarryd Atkinson is currently studying a Bachelor of Secondary Education at the ACU, majoring in Religious Education and Geography, he holds the position of Youth Ministry Coordinator at Saint Ignatius College.

Jarryd has a deep fascination with storytelling…

Polyamory is an authentic way to demonstrate love and experience connection with multiple partners. In polyamory, we can express a variety of desires, develop community, and form meaningful relationships. This talk explores the benefits and challenges of…

NOTE FROM TED: This talk only represents the speaker's personal views and understanding of brainwaves, technology, and neurodiversity. TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail…

NOTE FROM TED: This talk only represents the speaker's personal views and understanding of loneliness, social media, and health which warrant further scientific investigation. Several claims currently lack sufficient scientific support. We've flagged this…

Naga takes us on a journey from Kappad in South India - the historic beach where Vasco da Gama landed in 1498 - to the vibrant landscapes of North East India, raising a larger question of climate action. In this thought-provoking talk, he shares compelling…

In this powerful and thought-provoking TEDxUniversityofPretoria talk, Adonia Mankou Yanate, an interior designer and founder of Shumukh Design, explores how Africa can redefine progress through architecture that feels deeply African — not just modern on the…

In this captivating and relatable TEDxUniversityofPretoria talk, Des invites us to view Artificial Intelligence as a modern kaleidoscope — one that reveals ever-changing patterns of opportunity, challenge, and transformation with each twist of innovation.…

Márcia Dantas abre o coração sobre os bastidores da televisão e o peso de ser mulher diante das câmeras. Depois de anos noticiando tragédias, ela própria virou notícia, não por um prêmio, mas por dizer em rede nacional que queria ser mãe. Poucos dias depois…

In this talk, medical technology innovator Jahn Otto Andersen explores how cutting-edge technologies like AI, VR, and robotics are reshaping modern healthcare, marking a transformation as profound as the discovery of antibiotics or the invention of vaccines.…