In this talk, Sam Zindel explores how we can reimagine nature restoration and climate activism. Moving beyond its traditional reputation of protest and sacrifice, Sam invites us into a more fun, welcoming and inclusive movement, led by art, music and collective expression.Sam Zindle is Managing Director of marketing agency Propellernet, founder of Low Carbon Leaders, and a key member of the Sussex Bay movement. His work centres on finding new ways to engage people with positive action on climate change and nature restoration. 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 if the very moments that break us open also hold the keys to our greatest strength? After a traumatic emergency C-section, Miriam set out to reclaim her power, a journey that led to an almost unthinkable milestone: a painless solo birth. But her most profound discovery wasn’t mastery over her body - it was that even the deepest self-reliance becomes richer through vulnerability and connection. In this deeply personal talk, Miriam shares how she transformed fear into fortitude, and how the scars we carry can become gateways to resilience. Her story reveals a universal truth: true strength is not only found in standing alone, but also in daring to open up, to connect, and to let others lift us higher. This is the power of giving birth - not just to life, but to ourselves. Miriam Schmidberger is an expert in personal and business transformation, focusing on authentic leadership and communication. A graduate of Greator's "The Key" keynote speaker training, she successfully delivered her debut keynote at the Greator Festival 2024. Miriam also shares insightful perspectives on self-discovery and emotional management on her podcast. 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 talk, food activist and storyteller Andreas Viestad reveals why culinary literacy — the knowledge of how to feed ourselves — is as essential as reading and writing, and how it can help combat the global pandemic of obesity and lifestyle-related disease. Discover how food connects us all, bite by bite. Andreas Viestad is a Norwegian food activist, author, restaurateur, and TV host known internationally for New Scandinavian Cooking, aired in over 50 countries since 2003. He founded the Geitmyra Culinary Center for Children, promoting food education across Norway. A self-taught cook with a background in history and media, Viestad has authored acclaimed books like Kitchen of Light and Dinner in Rome, exploring food’s cultural roots. He owns several Oslo restaurants and has consulted internationally. A columnist for major outlets, including The Washington Post, he has won multiple awards for his work in sustainable food and education. 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

A former Cambridge-trained chemist turned organic farmer, and CEO of Green Earth Organics, Dr. Kenneth Keavey takes us on a journey from chemical labs to carrot fields - and explains why our modern food system is failing us. This talk challenges the illusion of “cheap” food and offers a hopeful, actionable path to a healthier planet and a better way to eat. Find out why returning balance to our broken food system is possible and can save our earth and our health. Co-founder of Green Earth Organics, an Irish company dedicated to organic and sustainable farming. His speech will share insights into chemical-free agriculture and sustainability. 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

İrem Oturaklıoğlu Kaya“Küçükken bana ‘Seni üzen herhangi bir şey oldu mu?’ diye sorulmuştu. Bu soruyu yıllar sonra terapi odasına taşıdım.” İrem Oturaklıoğlu Kaya’ya göre, bedenimiz dile gelmeden ruhumuzla ilgilenmeliyiz. Bunun ilk adımı ise kendimize şu soruyu sormak: “Nasılsın?”Kadınların birbirine destek olmasının önemini vurguluyor: “Kadın, kadının kurdu değil; yurdu olmalıdır.”Hayat yolculuğunda dışarıdaki seslere değil, içimizdeki ‘ben’e odaklanmamız gerektiğini söylüyor. Öncelikle ne istediğimizi bilmeli, ailemizi suçlamayı bırakmalı ve kendimize yönelmeliyiz.Başarının sırrı, geçmişi olduğu gibi geçmişte bırakabilmekten geçiyor. Çünkü geleceğe taşınan yükler, yolculuğu ağırlaştırır.Mesajı net: Önce kendine dön, iç sesini dinle, geçmişin zincirlerinden kurtul ve kendi yolunu çiz. Uzman Klinik Psikolog İrem Oturaklıoğlu Kaya, lisansını İngilizce Psikoloji, Yüksek Lisansını ise Klinik Psikoloji alanında başarıyla tamamlamıştır. 2015 yılından beri Anaokulu, rehabilitasyon merkezi, psikolojik danışmanlık merkezlerinde çalışmalarını yürüttükten sonra, 2019 itibariyle İstanbul Bakırköy’deki kendi kliniğinde hizmet vermeye devam etmektedir.Klinik çalışmaları, Bilişsel Davranışçı Terapi, Şema Terapi, EMDR Terapi, Aile ve Çift Terapisi, Çocuk Merkezli Oyun Terapisi, Öykülerle ve Kuklalarla Oyun Terapisi, Deneyimsel Oyun Terapisi, Filial Terapi, Cinsel Terapi, Duygu Odaklı Terapi ve Somatik Deneyimleme üzerinedir.Çeşitli şehirlerde, özel sektör kurum ve kuruluşlarda, online platformlarda eğitimler vererek bilginin zekatını daima ödemenin kendi ilmini de arttıracağına inanmaktadır.Psikoloji Biliminin insan hayatındaki değerli bir pusula olduğuna inanarak, sağlıklı bir ruh hali içinde olmanın herkesin hakkı olduğu düşüncesiyle çalışmalarını sürdürmektedir. 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

One in twenty people can't see in 3D, and for years, Denise Allen was one of them. Told there was nothing she could do, she refused to accept it. Discover her incredible journey from hating photos to seeing the world in a whole new dimension, and learn how vision therapy and surgery can unlock 3D vision at any age, challenging long-held myths and empowering you to see the world in all its depth and beauty. A vision advocate with a powerful personal story, Denise discovered in her 40’s that her visual challenges were treatable—and that we can all learn to see differently at any age. After six years of vision therapy, surgery, and dedication, she learned to see in 3D, transforming her understanding of sight and possibility. Passionate about sharing her journey, Denise hosts a podcast and works to raise awareness about how we can improve and even restore vision—proving that change is possible at any age. 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