
We are stuck on a treadmill of consumption. Shany Armellini exposes how algorithms like TikTok’s don’t just predict what we like—they predict what we lack. By analyzing the cycle of hyper-fast trends and "one-click" addiction, Shany offers a practical guide to stepping off the treadmill and reclaimi

How does culture travel? Like sound waves. Laney Bartos uses the physics of resonance and the history of jazz to explore how ideas, art, and stories echo across borders. She challenges the audience to consider not just what they hear, but what they transmit: What culture are you carrying, and how wi

Why do the world’s most dangerous actors invest in children – while democracies don’t? In this urgent and eye-opening talk, Sofie Lilli Stoffel explores the overlooked link between childhood, resilience, and national security. Drawing on neuroscience, research, and global case studies she shows how

At TEDx he opens a rarely explored topic: connecting evolutionary science and international relations – how evolutionary psychology can help us understand why nations enter conflicts, and how this knowledge can contribute to preventing them. Learn more at https://www.tedxvseuniversity.com/ Jeremy

What happens when governments stop using the law to protect their citizens, and starts using it to punish them instead? This practice, known as Lawfare, can be hard to spot. Understanding that laws are not inherently neutral, but rather made to benefit their makers, is the first step to recognizing

We live in a curious time: life happens, but it must also fit into a feed. In this talk, Gabriela Prioli explores how social media no longer shapes only what we show the world, but also what we choose to live. Between filters, likes and carefully edited narratives, a quiet question emerges: are we

We are moving faster than ever. Faster careers. Faster information. Faster decisions. But in the middle of acceleration, one question remains unanswered: where are we actually going? In this talk, Hellen Telles invites us to pause and examine the direction behind our speed. She challenges the belie

From the moment we are born, society begins to assign us roles—based on culture, gender, family expectations, and tradition. In this talk, the speaker explores how these predefined roles can shape our choices, identities, and dreams. By questioning these expectations, the talk invites us to reflect

Katy shares her story of learning to cultivate Grit, the raw perseverance required to start over when everything falls apart. She will share the painful lessons she learned about never rushing a delicate process, dealing with fading hope, and finding the strength to keep showing up. Ultimately, her

Pettiness may seem harmless, but its impact can spread far beyond small everyday conflicts. From personal relationships to workplaces and entire communities, small acts of resentment, competition, or revenge can quietly erode trust, collaboration, and opportunity. Organizational psychologist Zoe Fra

In a world that feels smaller every day, being able to understand and respect where others are coming from is a superpower. Mr. Adre breaks down why cultural intelligence is more than just a buzzword; it’s the key to building real trust and solving problems together. It’s about learning to see the w

Modern media in the form of brain rot may seem harmless, however very powerful in reshaping and reconfiguring the minds of children. Because the young brain is constantly exposed to fast-paced and overstimulating media, it may affect their cognition, including attention span and critical thinking. B

In this bold and research-driven TEDx talk, venture capital researcher Viola Jardon exposes one of the most consequential gender gaps hiding in plain sight, who controls the money that builds our future. Despite women making up half the world's population, fewer than 16% of venture capital general p

In this powerful and deeply personal TEDx talk, advocate and advisor Latoya Gabbidon opens with a challenge, look at her and decide who she is. What follows will make you question every assumption you've ever made about someone's story. A woman with a business degree, a healthcare career, and a fund

Through her TEDx TRINS Youth talk, Ananya encourages the audience to reflect on fear and distraction, and to rediscover the quiet yet powerful act of reclaiming one’s attention as a true expression of self-control and inner strength. Ananya Manikandan is deeply interested in human psychology and the

¿Qué pasa cuando el dolor desarma el lenguaje? Cuando se trata de violencia vicaria, reconstruir la línea temporal de los hechos no es solo un procedimiento técnico: es una forma de comprender, recuperar la voz y comenzar un proceso de reparación. Raquel comparte cómo acompañar a víctimas a narrar s

El tiempo no pasa igual para todos. Para las personas en situación de calle, los días pueden volverse eternos; para quienes pasan de largo, basta un segundo para cambiarlo todo. Malena reflexiona sobre la indiferencia y el poder de la acción colectiva. Porque salir de la calle no es un acto individu

Migrar no es solo cambiar de país: es reconstruir identidad, vínculos y sentido de pertenencia. A partir de una historia familiar atravesada por el exilio, Corina reflexiona sobre cómo la migración transforma nuestra relación con el tiempo, la memoria y el hogar. Es psicóloga y doctora en Psicología

Bu konuşma, sanat, ekoloji ve biyoteknoloji kesişiminde sürdürülebilirliği yeniden düşünmeye davet ediyor. Sürdürülebilirliğin yalnızca malzeme ve kaynak meselesi olmadığını; aynı zamanda toplumsal ilişkiler, cinsiyet eşitliği ve fırsat eşitliğiyle doğrudan bağlantılı olduğunu hatırlatıyor. Türkiye’

Why do so many people minimize their own pain by saying, “It wasn’t that bad”? In this honest and reflective talk, Niaomi S. MoShier explores the ways people often downplay difficult experiences in order to move forward, protect others, or avoid confronting deeper emotional wounds. While these word

How does technology and social media connect the human race? Heloísa Sikler shares her experiences and examines the impact of these tools on our lives, exploring how they drive globalisation and foster interconnections between cultures. Her talk highlights both the opportunities and challenges of li