Musical Performance by the Writer and Poet Bruno Siebra and Maestro Romildo Silva. The performance featured a sung poem by Bruno Siebra and the songs Lamento Sertanejo, composed by Dominguinhos, as well as A Hora do Adeus and Sanfona Sentida by Luiz Gonzaga. Everything evoked our Northeast, our roots! Bruno Siebra, born in Várzea Alegre, Ceará, on March 27, 1983, is a multifaceted professional. He holds a degree in Journalism from the Federal University of Piauí (UFPI), with postgraduate studies in Portuguese Language and Arts Education. In addition, he is a musician, writer, teacher, and book editor. He also works as an audiovisual producer.In summary: Bruno Siebra is a professional with diverse areas of expertise, including journalism, music, writing, and education.Details:Education: Journalism (UFPI), Postgraduate in Portuguese Language and Arts EducationFields of Work: Journalist, Musician, Writer, Teacher, Book Editor, and Audiovisual ProducerPlace of Birth: Várzea Alegre, CearáDate of Birth: March 27, 1983Other Activities: Blogger and book editor at Siebra Comunicação 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

Matthew and Isobel explore how large language models can become collaborators in the creative process. In a fearless, informal dialogue, they delve into how LLM tools can illuminate the art of verbal creativity and character development in dramatic writing. Blending art, philosophy, and machine learning, they take us on a playful, mind-bending journey through the strange loops of consciousness, identity, and creativity, both human and artificial. Matthew Gasda is a playwright, director, and novelist based in New York City and the founder of the Brooklyn Center for Theater Research. His work explores the emotional and intellectual undercurrents of contemporary life, examining themes of identity, performance, desire, and cultural decay through ensemble casts and stylized dialogue. Known for his commitment to independent theater and DIY production, Gasda has written and staged numerous plays—including Dimes Square, Berlin Story, Ardor, Zoomers, Doomers, and Soonest Mended (that have attracted devoted followings for their incisive wit, philosophical depth, and naturalistic staging). His plays are often set in spaces of social tension (apartments, bars, dinner parties) where intimacy and conflict unfold simultaneously.In addition to his theatrical work, Gasda is the author of several novels, including The Sleepers, and numerous essays. He is deeply engaged with the intersections of aesthetics, history, and thought, and his writing reflects a reverence for classical forms fused with a distinctly modern sensibility. Gasda's work has been compared to that of Eric Rohmer, Richard Linklater, and Wallace Shawn, but his voice remains unmistakably his own: raw, searching, and alert to the beauty and absurdity of everyday life.Isobel McCrum is a language engineer and historian investigating the moral and material consequences of large language models, both in product development and at large. At Microsoft, she works at the intersection of ethics, design, and engineering, developing tools and frameworks to better understand model behavior and safeguard the integrity of human cognition in generative systems. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges language patterns, technical architecture, and responsible innovation. As a co-founder of Folly Productions, Isobel also explores these questions through storytelling, confronting the cultural and psychological tension that generative technology provokes. Using narrative to generate conversation, Isobel’s creative work embraces ambiguity, asking audiences what it means to be human in an era shaped by transhumanist possibility., 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

Drawing from decades of hands-on experience, from global finance to health tech, Yobie Benjamin shares real-world insights into building AI systems that are both groundbreaking and safe, inviting us to rethink how we develop, deploy, and govern artificial intelligence in service of society. Yobie Benjamin is an AI architect and venture investor who has worked on artificial intelligence implementations across various industries. Recognized as a Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum, he co-founded Token.io, which helped develop Open Banking innovation used by 80 UK and European banks serving 210 million users. During his time as Global CTO at Citibank, he contributed to the technological infrastructure supporting Apple Pay and Google Pay.Benjamin focuses on exploring practical and technical approaches to AI safety while developing beneficial applications. His experimental projects include AI tools for analyzing dog health through movement patterns trained on thousands of videos, and systems for assessing skin health combining image processing, skin and gut microbiome analysis. Through his writings and essays, he shares perspectives on responsible AI development and brings unique insights to enterprises navigating complex AI deployments and risk mitigation. He volunteers as Digital Innovation Advisor to the UN's World Food Programme and serves on the California Healthcare Facilities Funding Authority Board. Drawing from decades of hands-on experience solving enterprise-scale AI challenges, he helps organizations balance innovation with safety in their AI implementations. 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

As AI transforms the future of work, how do we prepare the next generation to thrive? In this thought-provoking talk, Lisa Gevelber, founder of Grow with Google and a leading voice in workforce innovation, shares insights from helping over 100 million people build skills and careers in a rapidly changing world. Lisa Gevelber founded Grow with Google – Google’s $1 billion commitment to economic opportunity. Since 2017, Grow with Google has helped over 100 million people worldwide grow their skills, careers, and businesses. One of her most significant contributions is the Google Career Certificates, which have helped over one million people globally upskill from low wage work to well paying jobs. Lisa’s current focus is helping tens of millions of people learn to use AI.Lisa also leads Google for Startups globally and has been the Chief Marketing Officer for the Americas Region at Google since 2010. In this role she leads Marketing for products including Google Search, YouTube, Android, and Google Ads as well as Google’s Brand and Reputation efforts.In 2022, Lisa was named to the inaugural Forbes Future Of Work 50, honoring leaders whose impact, reach and creativity has the potential to affect millions of workers. 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

Guitarist and composer Molly Miller shares how instrumental music can convey profound emotions, evoke feelings, and spark imagination. Drawing on insights from the stage, studio, and classroom, Molly reveals the power of the guitar as a storytelling medium. Molly Miller is a Los Angeles-based guitarist, composer, and educator whose career has unfolded with a natural sense of purpose and curiosity. Known for her versatility and expressive playing, Molly is the leader of the acclaimed Molly Miller Trio and a first-call session and touring guitarist. She has performed and recorded with renowned artists including Jason Mraz, the Black Eyed Peas, and Zayn Malik, showcasing her ability to effortlessly move between genres.A graduate of the University of Southern California, Molly earned her Doctorate of Musical Arts in Guitar Performance and now serves on the faculty at USC’s Thornton School of Music. Her career spans global tours and performances at iconic venues such as The Hollywood Bowl, Royal Albert Hall, and Red Rocks Amphitheatre.Molly seamlessly balances a dynamic career that includes studio work, touring, leading her trio, and mentoring the next generation of musicians. Her artistry and unique voice on the guitar have been recognized in major publications including Fresh Air, LA Weekly, Guitar World, Guitar Player, Fretboard Journal, Vintage Guitar, Premier Guitar, and The Village Voice. 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

In this inspiring talk, composer and educator Danny Clay explores how play, curiosity, and collaboration can turn music-making into a joyful act of community. From classrooms to concert halls, he invites us to reimagine creativity as something we build together. Danny Clay is a composer and music educator whose work is deeply rooted in play, curiosity, collaboration, and the sheer joy of creating community experiences with people of all ages and artistic backgrounds. He sees “composing” as the act of putting sounds together, and strives to find ways to utilize this act to foster creativity and connection – whether it be conducting musical games with visitors to Chicago’s Millennium Park, making experimental audio installations with students at Stanford University, or building orchestras of recycled instruments with his elementary schoolers at Alta Vista School in San Francisco.Recent collaborations outside the classroom include a work for Kronos Quartet with members of the Academy for Teachers, interactive children’s programs with the Santa Rosa Symphony and St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, and instructional videos on composing for the Kennedy Center Education. His current interests lie in developing games that explore sound and creativity through interactive music-making. 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