Many people who view a TED talk realize that preparation is an important part of the process. Today's guest helps us see that when you combine serious preparation with an irresistible idea, the result can be magic.

TEDx events take place in all kinds of locations and communities. Today's guest takes us behind the scenes of his efforts to spread great ideas in an unexpected setting: prisons.

A TEDx event not only impacts the community where it takes place. It also impacts those who help plan and organize it. Today's guest shares how being a part of TEDx has helped her connect with both those who attend and participate, as well as the community around them.

TEDx events have a global impact since the speaker's talks can be viewed online. However, the events also have a local impact by influencing their communities in surprising ways. Today's guest is the organizer of TEDxPittsburgh, and he shares how the event helps people become ambassadors to the community

TED talks have helped people from all cultures and walks of life come together to appreciate great ideas. Today's guest is the founder of a TEDx event in India, and she shares her passion and wisdom for serving the global community through TEDx.

Although TEDx events consist of short, focused talks, it's not just about "public speaking." Today's guest helps us understand the critical difference between speaking and spreading idea, and how this distinction comes to life at TEDxUCLA.

With so many TEDx events around the world, you may have noticed that the quality can vary among speakers and locations. Today's guest is the organizer of one of the largest TEDx events in the world. She shares the team's process of creating an event with both intentionality and excellence.

How does an employee of the government in Aruba become a TEDx organizer? On today's episdoe, you'll hear Elton Arends' amazing story of how TEDx helped him meet new people and begin impacting more lives through his work with TEDxAruba

Each TED event is focused on "ideas worth spreading." Our guest today truly embodies this idea as the organizer of a TEDx event that includes a diversity of speakers across disciplines and genres. You'll be inspired by Cherie's creativity and passion for helping spread ideas in an ever-changing society.

Each TEDx event is unique to its community. On this episode, our guest shares her perspective on organizing TEDxTUM, which takes place in a university setting in Germany. Dora's experience and practical approach to involving the community will help you be more successful in your speaking and organizing as well.