Imagine a world where everyone sounds the same, a monaural monotony of voices. Now consider if you’ve ever been impatient when encountering an unfamiliar accent. Do you embrace some accents as desirable while rejecting others?

Muftiat Oyindamola Adeyi challenges…

Social interactions are essential for the survival and success of many animals, including humans. But how does the brain adapt to support these interactions? By comparing solitary wild bees and those in complex societies, scientists are uncovering fundamental…

Education is a great equalizer, but if we don’t advocate for those around us who are struggling, we cheat them, and create deeper disparities in our society. Khatumi Babatunde is a social entrepreneur and business strategist working where education, migration…

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Standing out isn’t about being different, but about being deeply yourself. Itegboje Daniel is a documentary filmmaker and a 6th year medical student at the University Of Benin. With a focus on addressing…

Life will never give you the perfect moment to make the right decision. You have to choose for yourself and live in your own context.
It’s important to stop waiting for things to feel right and start making choices that fit your journey, not someone else’s.…

If you keep waiting to understand how to finish, you may never begin. Start where you are, with what you have, you’ll figure it out along the way. Pemije Emmanuel Gadimoh is a distinguished Doctor of Optometry candidate at the University of Benin, Nigeria…

Standing out is not about being noticed - It's about being remembered for the difference you made. Tunmise Olaoluwa is a Fervid Financial Literacy Advocate, Cryptoeconomic Analyst, a bugging Token Engineer , and a Certified Blockchain Expert. He is also…

You have to live as the version of yourself that is always actively ready for the capacity of the things you want to receive. At 24, Kadiri has achieved remarkable success, showcasing his entrepreneurial prowess and passion for innovation in Africa.

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Understanding the positives and negatives of peer pressure. Curious and willing to learn everything with a positive mindset. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more…

Chasing perfection might feel like the path to success, but Triana exposes how it fuels anxiety, self-doubt, and burnout. Backed by research from Harvard and behavioral science experts, she unpacks the toxic pressures of school, social media, and society.…

Forget the stereotypes: OCD is more than just being neat. Lillian pulls back the curtain on her daily routines and struggles, showing the real weight of obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. Her talk demands that we take OCD seriously and rethink the…

Is divorce always the end of a family? Ivanna flips the narrative, showing how separation can create healthier homes, protect children from toxic conflict, and model self-respect. Her story reminds us that divorce can mean freedom, healing, and finally being…

Em “Era uma vez, um futuro possível”, a jornalista Letícia Vidica convida o público a refletir sobre o poder das narrativas que moldam quem somos — e quem podemos ser. Com quase duas décadas de experiência em grandes emissoras, Letícia compartilha sua trajetória…

Rob Scotland returns to the TEDx stage nine years after his 2015 talk about raising a generation to save the world, only to discover he got almost everything spectacularly wrong. His original talk focused on teaching young people to accept limitations and…

In Fashioning Memories, architect and designer Josh Jen reconsiders where architecture begins. Instead of drawing solely from land, climate, or form, he looks to fashion as a source of spatial understanding. Across cultures, garments carry patterns, proportions…

What happens when your own body turns against you? Alexa shares her journey with POTS, a chronic illness that leaves her fighting dizziness, brain fog, and exhaustion while trying to keep up with school and life. Blending her story with research and statistics…

After struggling with an eating disorder and a desire to feel empty, Ina shares how the medical world gave her a new lease on life and a new language to express herself, inspiring her to become a doctor. Ina Silva Rodriguez is an alumna of Colegio Maya de…

Prashant Singh shares a bold vision for tackling one of the planet’s greatest threats: waste and carbon emissions. In his talk, he highlights how these emissions aren’t just environmental issues, they are life-threatening challenges that demand urgent action.…

In an industry as competitive as film, where auditions are endless and rejections feel relentless, this talk explores what it truly means to rise from the bottom. It delves into the story of perseverance, resilience, and passion, highlighting how hurdles…

Radio Mirchi’s RJ Dnyaneshwari shares lessons from thousands of conversations and how listening deeply can transform how we connect. Dnyaneshwari is a Radio Jockey with Radio Mirchi and host of the Marathi podcast Gappanchi Misal. Known for her authentic…