Thank you for 10 years of TEDxSpokane! What a decade it’s been!
Join us again in October 2022 to hear more ideas worth sharing.
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2021 Speaker Videos
ADHD Redefined
Brooke Matson reframes the label of ADHD in this exciting talk. She introduces us to revolutionary creatives that had ADHD and likely would not have…
A Remote Future
Since the pandemic, remote work has become common place and this talk explores what was happening before the pandemic and what has changed since in…
Bridges to Heal US
In this powerful and uplifting talk, Erin Jones gives us tools to heal some of the societal challenges that are at the forefront of our…
Leslie Blevins
Using example videos of parent-child interactions, Dr. Leslie Blevins shows us how to leverage the power of praise not only to help your child grow,…
People, Not Programs, Change People
Janet Mann’s talk illustrates the power of human connection and its importance in making lasting change for families in crisis. This powerful talk highlights the…
Filmmaking in the Age of OSINT
Filmmaker and citizen journalist Mike Beegle takes us step-by-step through the process of using nothing more complex than a camera and a computer to empower…
Our Daily Dose of Shame: Shame & Social Media
Dr. Shawn Horn makes a stunning entrance to the stage, exemplifying her topic of shame. We are surrounded, she argues, with shame-making content, especially social…
Change the World with Laughter
Greg Kettner shares how the power of laughter will make our everyday lives better. How it can improve your mental health and how laughter affects…
The Transformative Power of Music
Erica Uzca and Jorge Luis Uzcátegui inspire us with their story of the power of music. Beginning with Jorge’s origins in Venezuela, he shares how…
Are You Hungry?
This inspirational talk demonstrates how helping other people can change their lives and yours. A simple gesture (or question, Are you hungry?”) and empathy for…