“Are you a troublemaker?” Yeonsoo Cho believes the world needs more of them. In this talk, she shows why breaking the mold, making mistakes, and daring to be different might just be the keys to real change. Yeonsoo proudly calls herself a “troublemaker”—someone who asks questions, mixes weird drinks, and accidentally discovers new ideas. In her talk, she shows how creativity often begins with a mess. Inspired by The Magic School Bus, she celebrates the power of bold mistakes and wild imaginations. 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

Did you poop this morning? Believe it or not, healthy poop can change your life — and maybe even the world. Junho has a unique take on self-care: start by paying attention to your poop. Blending humor and science, his talk uncovers how digestive health reflects our daily choices and overall well-being. Junho proves that even the "gross" things can teach us something important—and maybe even change our 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

Reflecting on his personal journey with cycling, Ajay Nanda shares how what began as a simple activity grew into a source of freedom, joy, and discovery. He emphasizes that true fulfillment isn’t always about grand achievements but about finding happiness in small, everyday moments. Through his story, he inspires audiences to reconnect with simple joys, rediscover their passions, and create new beginnings by embracing the little things that bring meaning to life. Ajay Nanda is a passionate entrepreneur and cycling evangelist from Odisha, dedicated to transforming Bhubaneswar and Cuttack into cycle-friendly cities. An MBA graduate from ASBM, Bhubaneswar, he honed his skills in retail with Future Group, Reliance Retail and Landmark Group before launching 22 Bikes, a one-of-its-kind concept cycle store. Over the past ten years, Ajay has inspired hundreds to embrace cycling, playing a key role in nurturing Odisha’s growing cycling movement. An avid cyclist himself, he has pedalled across Bhutan, Vietnam, Cambodia, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and the Himalayas, proving that cycling is not just a sport but a way to inspire healthier, sustainable living. 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

Blending timeless stories from the Mahabharata, modern sports, and real-life heroes, this talk explores what true excellence really means. Through tales of perseverance, resilience, devotion, and self-discovery, Rakesh Venkatraman shows that excellence is not about instant results—it’s about the unseen effort, the courage to face loss, and the resilience to rise again. A mytho-spiritual storyteller, spiritual author, and audio dramatist known for blending ancient Indian wisdom with immersive modern storytelling. With over a decade of professional experience in customer-centric roles across BPO, insurance, and service operations, Rakesh brings grounded emotional intelligence into every narrative he creates. He is the creator of Kedarnath: Unveiling the Secret of Bheemsheela—India’s first mythological spiritual thriller in audio format. Released on Audible, Spotify, and Kobo, the series weaves together Vedic metaphysics, chakra-based transformation, and sacred pilgrimage into a soul-stirring audio journey. 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

When Dishant Pritamani opened his first bar, The Daily in Bandra at age 28, he thought success was measured in packed houses and high sales. Thirteen years later, leading over 500 people across The Daily, Tsuki, The Second House and Café Lento, he realised he had been chasing the wrong thing.The real breakthrough came when he stopped managing people like resources and started leading them like a community. In this talk, Dishant shares the unconventional practices that transformed his company culture: trusting employees instead of policing them, teaching wealth creation beyond a paycheck, celebrating effort as much as excellence, breaking class barriers and helping people evolve not just as professionals—but as people.Through candid stories of trust, resilience, and belonging, Dishant shows that true leadership isn’t about control, metrics, or perfection. The real measure of success is not what you build, but who you build. Dishant Pritamani entered hospitality not with a hotel management degree but with instinct, curiosity, and a determination to create spaces that feel alive. In 2013, he launched The Daily Bar & Kitchen in Mumbai, an urban classic that evolved from neighbourhood bar to cultural fixture, proving a venue can have a heartbeat. Since then, his portfolio has grown across India with deeply personal, purpose-driven destinations: The Daily All Day in Pune, blending everyday dining with easy-drinking cocktails; Tsuki in Koregaon Park, a rooftop rainforest serving elevated Pan-Asian cuisine; Goa’s The Second House, India’s first AI-imagined venue infused with art, music, and storytelling (awarded the top 50 restaurants in the country in just its first year of operations).In North Goa, Cafe Lento (known for it’s sourdough sandwiches, bakes and specialty coffee) invites stillness, encouraging guests to slow down, disconnect, and let nature lead. 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 her talk, Maryam explores how the strength of community shapes who we are and fuels the change we create. Through her own story, she illustrates how leaning into community—rather than distancing from it—unlocks resilience, growth, and empowerment. With her background in technology, education, and social impact, she highlights the transformative role of collaboration and inclusivity in driving progress. Her message is a call to embrace the power of community as a source of strength, innovation, and collective possibility. Maryam is a passionate advocate for inclusive innovation, community-building, and personal empowerment. With experience spanning technology, education, and social impact, she is dedicated to ensuring that new ideas and solutions uplift everyone—especially those who are often overlooked. Through her projects and speaking engagements, she shares a vision of an equitable future, inspiring others to recognize their strengths and drive meaningful change. Believing in the power of collaboration, she encourages others to embrace curiosity, champion diversity, and ignite progress in both local and global communities. 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