Each of our TEDxSpokane 2022 speakers offers us a window, a doorway, a pathway to something new. These carefully chosen speakers offer the seeds of hope and wonder, and the pathway to help grow the connections our community needs. Now more than ever we need those who offer us seeds for the future. Be prepared to expect wonders.

Money lessons from scam artists

This fascinating talk explores the traits and behaviors of publicized “scam artists” and how they separate people from their money. There have been a plethora…

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You Can Do It!

In this uplifting talk, Sindhu shares how she put ideas into action during the pandemic. The pandemic was a lonely time for many people and…

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Daily Deposits Towards Big Goals

How do you achieve your goals? This thoughtful talk explores how to break large goals into smaller, manageable pieces that allow one to be successful…

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The Silent Addiction

There are an estimated 2+ million people with gambling addictions in the United States. In this hopeful talk, Patrick shares his personal experience of this…

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How Grief Can Lead to Growth

There are millions of people newly grieving each year, chances are someone close to you are grieving. This thoughtful talk acknowledges the loss and takes…

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Getting Paid to Eat

Food brings us together and this engaging and humorous talk provides resources to become more informed on the culinary delights in the community. Kris gives…

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A Fish Can Make Our Schools Safer

In this thoughtful talk, Erahm Christopher, explores the power and the need in listening to the students in schools today. As violence, mental health and…

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The Housing Crisis

How do we build cities for the future? As secondary and tertiary communities experience more rapid growth and fewer affordable housing options, this talk explores…

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How Strawberries Changed my Life

How many trips do you make to the grocery store to buy your favorite produce? How much of it goes bad before you eat it?…

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What is essential?

This inspiring talk examines the essential needs in life through the lens of an outdoor enthusiast. Taking inventory of what you need to survive on…

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