When thinking of Classical works, it's easy to dismiss them as irrelevant: they were written thousands of years ago, in virtually dead languages, and reflect values that have long since fallen by the wayside. So why have they survived for so long? To properly understand this, I'll be detailing how Classical sources have been shared and taught over the years, and unpacking the ways in which they are closer to our modern society than we may first assume. Poppy Das is a 17 year old student taking A-Levels in English, Classical Civilisation and History of Art. She plans to study Classics and English at university, and has a particular interest in Classical reception. 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

我们为何总是焦虑，而孩子却能轻易找到喜悦？ 我们习惯用量化的眼光看待世界，却因此失去了感受其“质”的能力。 汤质通过孩子一次跳水坑的经历，揭示了量化与质性世界的冲突，带我们思考如何找回生命的纯粹与意义。 《汤质看本质》节目主理人 哲学科普作家 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

From a shy small-town boy to mentoring 70,000+ foodpreneurs and launching 525+ outlets, Suresh Radhakrishnan shares how repeated failures, bankruptcy, and setbacks became stepping stones. This talk shows how bouncing back stronger, learning from mistakes, and staying solution-focused can turn crises into opportunities and create lasting success.Key takeaway: Resilience is a skill - the power to grow stronger after every failure. Suresh Radhakrishnan is an entrepreneur, business coach, and public speaker whose 19-year professional journey spans diverse industries including retail, F&B, IT, hospitality, staffing, and training. His entrepreneurial journey began in 2011 with the launch of his IT training company, Talhunt, where he served as CEO until 2016. In 2016, Suresh launched Chai Kanth, which scaled to 16 outlets within just 24 months and later pivoted to a community model under the banner Modern Teapreneur (Mypreneur), leading to the creation of over 525 outlets across India. A passionate public speaker, he shares his expertise on motivation, leadership, the retail food business, and the entrepreneurial mindset at corporates, colleges, and conferences. Currently, he is building Mypreneur, an edtech firm dedicated to supporting micro and small businesses, with a vision to impact one million business owners. 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

Can we truly bring back dinosaurs? Recently, ideas about "deextinction" have been brought to the forefront of media. How scientifically accurate are these claims, and how close are we to seeing extinct species coexisting with native species in the wild? Iona Hamlyn is a 17 year old A-level student studying Biology, Chemistry, Classical Civilisation, and an EPQ. She hopes to study Pharmacology or Biochemistry at University. 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

Have you ever imagined yourself on stage, holding the mic, ready to share your ideas - but then hesitation crept in, freezing your first step? You’re not alone. Every inspiring speaker you admire once stood exactly where you are now: at the uncertain beginning. Perfection doesn’t belong to the starting line - it belongs to the journey. This talk is an eye-opener to remind you that greatness begins with an imperfect first move. All it really takes is the courage to kick off, however small the step may seem. Once you start, momentum will carry you forward. Sheetaal Gandhi is a trailblazing professional speaker, transformational coach, and career architect, renowned for inspiring over 30,000 individuals across India and countries including Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Vietnam. With over two decades of impact, her sessions are a compelling fusion of psychology, science, and soul, offering transformative insights and practical strategies for personal and professional breakthroughs. An internationally certified trainer and celebrated orator, Sheetaal earned global acclaim as Runner-up at the World Public Speaking Championship in Rio de Janeiro during the JCI World Congress. She has proudly represented India as a Cultural Ambassador to Mexico and Japan, and is a recipient of the Asia Pacific Public Speaking Championship and Iconic Trainer – India 2021. A trusted voice in institutions and organizations, she also serves as adjunct faculty in Tamil Nadu. 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

Do clothes say more than we think? From fast fashion, to luxury brands, what we wear and is trending shows more than our personality and values. By looking at fashion through an economic lens, we can see how our wardrobes reflect and are connected to issues. Evie Homan is a student at Francis Holland School, Sloane Square. She is studying Maths, Biology and Chemistry with an interest in fashion and textiles outside of school. 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