What if your biggest fear was actually your greatest superpower? In this talk, Spencer Waldron shares three powerful mindset shifts to help you overcome the fear of public speaking and unlock the confidence to speak up — on stage, in class, or in life. A practical, inspiring talk for anyone who wants to find their voice. As a teenager, Spencer Waldron was terrified of public speaking. Today, he teaches people around the world how to own the stage.A LinkedIn Learning instructor and public speaking coach, he has helped thousands of professionals—from startup founders to corporate leaders—become confident, persuasive speakers.During his nine years at Prezi, he helped pioneer Conversational Presenting, trained top executives, and spoke at global conferences like Gartner’s CIO event. Now, as the founder of Cenrox, he helps people turn their fear into their greatest strength—because great speakers aren’t born, they’re made. Stay tuned for Spencer's TED talk: "The Hidden Superpower That Can Get You Anything You Want". This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

What happens when speaking the truth feels more dangerous than staying silent? Journey from a communications specialist to a frontline voice during wartime, navigating hate speech, targeted attacks, and the emotional cost of telling the truth. This is a story about the power of one voice, the fragility of dignity, and why communication is more than a skill it’s a form of resistance. Born and raised in Armenia, Alice Sharafyan is a communications strategist and youth activist with nearly a decade of experience in public relations, civil society, and human rights. She currently manages PR and communications at the Hayastan All Armenian Fund, leading outreach and diaspora engagement campaigns. Alice started as a photographer and content creator before taking leadership roles in AEGEE-Yerevan. She has organized awareness campaigns and international trainings on democratic participation, gender equality, and media literacy. Alice studied Politics and Governance at the American University of Armenia (Class of 2025) and will pursue a Master’s in Human Rights and Social Justice. An active member of Generation Democracy Network and AGBU Young Professionals, she is passionate about visual storytelling and inclusive governance. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Credits: Sorbonne TV https://sorbonne.tv/ Entrepreneur engagé pour une alimentation plus durable, Guillaume Dubois est le cofondateur et CEO de HappyVore, pionnier français des alternatives végétales à la viande. Lancée en 2019, l’entreprise s’impose comme une référence de la foodtech en conciliant goût, santé et impact environnemental. Labellisée French Tech 120, HappyVore connaît une croissance rapide et figure parmi les acteurs les plus prometteurs de la transition alimentaire.Diplômé de CentraleSupélec, Guillaume Dubois est passé par McKinsey avant de se lancer dans l’entrepreneuriat avec la conviction qu’un changement de modèle alimentaire est essentiel pour la planète. Reconnu dans le classement Choiseul 100 des leaders économiques de demain, il incarne une nouvelle génération d’entrepreneurs à impact, à la croisée de l’innovation, de l’écologie et du plaisir de manger. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Credits: Sorbonne TV https://sorbonne.tv/ Jonathan Anguelov est le fondateur de la société Aircall, la 16ème licorne française valorisée à plus d'un milliard d'euros. Aircall est une startup technologique spécialisée dans la téléphonie d'entreprise et la mise en place de centres d'appels. À ce jour, Aircall a levé 225 millions de dollars et réalise un chiffre d'affaires de près de 200 millions de dollars.Passionné d'immobilier depuis sa plus tendre enfance, Jonathan est également le fondateur d'Aguesseau Capital, créée en 2018, une foncière qui possède plusieurs hôtels, immeubles, bureaux et logements à Paris. Avec Aguesseau Capital, il offre également à des investisseurs la possibilité d'investir dans l'immobilier à ses côtés et d'obtenir les mêmes rendements que sa foncière. Il est également un des plus gros Business Angel de France avec plus de 40 investissements dans des startup en France et à l’étranger. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Competitive public speaking builds confidence, sharpens critical thinking, and empowers students to express themselves clearly. Discover how this skill opens doors to leadership, academic success, and lifelong communication excellence. Betty Chen is dedicated to empowering young adolescents through competitive speaking. A passionate competitor in speech and debate since the third grade, she believes that effective communication cultivates confidence, critical thinking, and resilience. Betty has witnessed firsthand how participation in competitive speaking fosters personal success and the impact of investing in competitive speaking for adolescents’ lives. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Dr. Aneel Kashi Murarka, a pioneering entrepreneur and Swachh Bharat Mission Ambassador, shares his powerful journey from running a textile chemicals business to becoming a voice for the marginalized. In this heartfelt talk, he reflects on the power of taking "the first step" — whether it's empowering the transgender community through fashion, building dignified cremation spaces for the underserved, or being recognized by the Prime Minister for his social initiatives. With stories of compassion, civic duty, and ripple effects of kindness, Dr. Murarka reminds us that true change begins not with grand plans but with the courage to care. Dr. Aneel Kashi Murarka is an entrepreneur committed to sustainable manufacturing and social impact. He has led advancements in eco-friendly industrial practices while actively working to uplift marginalized communities through healthcare, education, and disaster relief efforts. As a Swachh Bharat Mission Ambassador, he continues to promote civic responsibility and inclusive growth. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx