Why your conclusion is your best beginning? | Abinav Brijesh | TEDxGEMS Millennium School Sharjah
In a world obsessed with speed, Abhinav Brijesh proves that direction matters more. Taking a creative twist by reversing his entire speech, starting with the conclusion and ending with his introduction, Abhinav uses pirates and mazes to show why the most successful people always start at the finish
Resilience, Reinvention, and the Road to Scientific Impact | (Dr.) Sindhu Raveendran | TEDxTKMCE
Dr. R. Sindhu’s journey is one of courage, perseverance, and transformation. From facing personal loss during her formative years to emerging as one of the World’s Top 2% Scientists for five consecutive years, her story embodies unwavering determination. She shares how early struggles and a promise
Capturing Stories: Turning Passion into Purpose | Prasanth Mohan | TEDxTKMCE
Prashanth Mohan, an architecture alumnus of TKM College of Engineering, shares his inspiring journey of turning a creative passion into a profession. What began as an interest in photography during his college days evolved into a defining pursuit that connected him to people, stories, and places. He
Who’s in control?–Three invisible forces that shape your life | Brigitta Békési | TEDxBudapest Salon
This talk explores the hidden forces that quietly influence our decisions, behaviors, and sense of control in everyday life. It invites the audience to reflect on how greater awareness of these forces can lead to more conscious choices and personal empowerment. Brigitta Békési is the founder and cre
Boiling the Frog: Why we should embrace crisis | Richard Miles | TEDxQueensUniversityBelfast
Catastrophising and dire predictions of the end of the world have dominated the national and global geo-political conversation over the past few years. The world seems to be constantly teetering on the edge of an apocalyptic civilisational implosion as a result of decision-making on a wide range of
My hope is to make the Transplant Waiting List history | Orla Smyth | TEDxQueensUniversityBelfast
In this deeply personal and thought-provoking talk, Orla Smyth explores the paradox of one person’s hope being another person’s tragedy. The talk suggests that by reframing the narrative around organ donation, this paradox can be overcome, ensuring there are always enough organs available. It also e
Facing Anxiety | Robby Jin | TEDxGUIS NCPA Youth
In this talk, student Robby addresses the common experience of anxiety. Acknowledging that emotional challenges are a part of life, he shares advice and personal strategies for managing them. Robby is a high school freshman familiar with the weight of anxiety and the pressure to be perfect. He began
Cyberbullying | Felix Chen | TEDxGUIS NCPA Youth
Cyberbullying from the perspective of a digital native, Felix Chen. As someone who has grown up online, Felix has witnessed how the screen can transform ordinary interaction into a space of widespread aggression and pain. Cyberbullying erodes the very empathy that connects us. Shielded by anonymity,
A future without researchers, a future without solutions | Linda Oyama | TEDxQueensUniversityBelfast
This talk celebrates the hope embodied in young people and early-career researchers as they confront one of the world’s most pressing but often invisible challenges: antimicrobial resistance (AMR) – a condition that arises when medicines no longer work against microbes or “bugs,” as they are commonl
When Understanding People Becomes Mind Reading | Keith Kong | TEDxLake Mary
Mentalist Keith Kong uses psychology and misdirection to create the experience of mind reading, revealing how easily our attention, assumptions, and decisions can be influenced. Through live demonstrations and a final prediction, he shows that mentalism isn’t about tricks or special powers, but rath
You’ll Never Walk Alone | Aisling Cannon | TEDxQueensUniversityBelfast
Aisling Cannon's talk begins with a vivid moment many women will recognise: the fear of feeling unsafe at night. That experience became the spark for Walkie Talkie Girlies, a society co-founded to create a safe space for people to exercise, socialise, and get outdoors. The talk explores how this sma
Today Years Old - How Aging Keeps Us Forever Young | Kristóf Steiner | TEDxBudapest Salon
This talk challenges our fear of aging and the obsession with eternal youth, suggesting that real vitality comes from self-acceptance rather than fighting the passage of time. Through deeply personal reflections, it explores how letting go of external expectations and habits that no longer serve us
How to call out the elephant in the room | Angela Franklin | TEDxUniversity of Northern Iowa
How do we talk about something no one wants to talk about? This message focuses on the fact that difficult conversations often feel uncomfortable but are essential for progress. Using the metaphor of the “elephant in the room”, Angela L. Walker Franklin explores how fostering open dialogue creates
Fear ,Faith& hope:Journeyto be an Officer | Akansha Jain | TEDxSunbeam College Varanasi Women
She is a dedicated Indian Forest Service Officer (2023 Batch)born on the Uttar Pradesh Cadre, currently serving as the Divisional Forest Officer (DFO), Azamgarh. With a rare blend of scientific acumen, social awareness, and deep compassion for the planet, she stands as a shining example of India’s
Cortisol is not your coach | Lavannya Charan | TEDxMIT Gurukul Youth
Fear can feel like motivation, but biologically, it was never meant to teach us. In this talk, the speaker explores how cortisol- the body’s primary stress hormone- shapes learning, confidence, and performance. Drawing from neuroscience, psychology, and a personal journey with math anxiety, the talk
Do I have the right to speak if I haven’t lived the pain? | Arni Sankpal | TEDxMIT Gurukul Youth
This talk explores a question many quietly wrestle with: If I haven’t personally suffered, do I still have the right to speak? Through reflections on history, colonialism, identity, and inherited privilege, it examines the fine line between speaking for others and speaking with them. By unpacking ho
How a Literary Magazine Strengthens Our Community | Meriwether Falk | TEDxGUIS NCPA Youth
Community and creativity go hand-in-hand, each strengthening the other. This is a truth Meriwether Falk knows firsthand from being involved in grassroots creative communities in various locations around the world. When she moved to China and took on the role of advising her international high school
Outsourced Thinking: The Hidden Cost of AI-Shaped Media | Arya Kokare | TEDxMIT Gurukul Youth
Have you ever opened your phone for one thing and surfaced much later wondering where your attention went? This talk explores how AI-generated media and algorithmic feeds quietly shape what we see, think, and believe. Blending psychology, neuroscience, philosophy, and everyday experiences, it examin
Who are We Building For? | Rayna Milfort | TEDxOvertown
Who Are We Building For? challenges us to rethink how we approach affordable housing and who truly benefits from the decisions shaping our cities. In this powerful talk, Rayna Milfort explores the intersection of community, equity, and development, asking critical questions about access, inclusion,
The Fine Line Between Intuition and Data | Om Arora | TEDxMIT Gurukul Youth
This talk explores the delicate balance between intuition and data in an age shaped by Artificial Intelligence. Through personal experiences and real-world case studies from Microsoft, Amazon, and aviation, it examines how human judgment and machine logic differ- and why the best decisions emerge wh
What an Ancient Art Form Teaches Us About AI | Vanessa Rong | TEDxAdcote School Shanghai Youth
Vanessa is fascinated by the intersection of classic art forms and future technologies. Shebelieves that the principles of the orchestra-where diverse, specialized parts unite under ashared vision-provide a vital blueprint for her generation to innovate. On the TEDx stage,shewill explore how we can