TEDxWrigleyville

TEDxWrigleyville Tickets available to attend our 2024 event Unlocking Discourse on Aug 27th at the Chicago Cultural Center.

“Humanity: The Repatriation” streams on back to back nights, August 25th and 26th. We have been ripped apart from one another in every way in the last year by disease, economics, race, politics, and beyond. “Humanity: The Repatriation,” will showcase the return home that 2021 represents. That return takes many forms and shapes, but at its core re-connection is what we all longed for throughout 2020.

Kim Greene Hiller explores how adopting an “improv mindset” can transform our ability to communicate, collaborate, and s...
10/24/2024

Kim Greene Hiller explores how adopting an “improv mindset” can transform our ability to communicate, collaborate, and strengthen democracy. Drawing on the work of Viola Spolin, the mother of improvisational theater, Hiller highlights how active listening, embracing creativity, and finding common ground are essential for successful dialogue. Whether in business, personal relationships, or civic engagement, Hiller demonstrates how improv’s ‘yes, and’ thinking and ‘got your back’ ritual foster understanding, build trust, and help us navigate diverse perspectives in democratic societies. Through practical examples and heartfelt stories, she encourages us to approach every conversation with empathy, intention, and a shared goal. Kim Green Hiller, Founder and Head Teacher at the Laughing Academy, earned her improv comedy pedigree from Chicago’s lauded Second City Conservatory, where her teachers included Steve Carell and Stephen Colbert. Kim also studied under improv legends Del Close and Charna Halpern at Chicago’s ImprovOlympic (iO), sharing the stage with classmates Amy Poehler and Tina Fey.

Watch now. Link in bio.
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n this powerful TEDx talk, Matt Hay shares his inspiring journey of resilience and innovation after losing his hearing t...
10/23/2024

n this powerful TEDx talk, Matt Hay shares his inspiring journey of resilience and innovation after losing his hearing to Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF2), a rare neurological disorder. Faced with a life-changing decision between saving his hearing and his life, Matt chose survival but embarked on an extraordinary process to reclaim sound through an Auditory Brainstem Implant (ABI). His “irrational persistence” led him to defy expectations, not only restoring his connection to vital life sounds but also rediscovering the joy of music and communication. Matt’s story highlights the remarkable adaptability, the power of persistence, and the profound impact of embracing new challenges with courage. This talk is an inspiring testament to human resilience and the pursuit of seemingly impossible goals. Matt Hay, has a long journey toward deafness and even longer journey toward learning to “hear” again with an experimental brainstem implant. He first publicly shared his story on a National Public Radio podcast titled Soundtrack of Silence. The intimate, funny and authentic peek at what it’s like to start a career, fall in love and build a life while battling a rare disease inspired actor Channing Tatum and Paramount Pictures to option the motion picture rights to Matt’s life story. Matt’s memoir Soundtrack of Silence was released in January 2024 by St. Martin’s Press, an imprint of Macmillan. It immediately earned a spot as an Amazon Best Seller within the Disability category. When Matt isn’t adding tracks to the soundtrack of his life, he passionately supports the hearing loss community as a member of the Columbia University Genetic Counseling Advisory Board and previously as a consultant to the St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf.

Watch now. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_LsTk5gZNE
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Dr. Rebecca Davis, a quantum chemist, delves into the intricate world of molecules and how their behaviors mirror human ...
10/23/2024

Dr. Rebecca Davis, a quantum chemist, delves into the intricate world of molecules and how their behaviors mirror human interactions. By comparing molecular interactions to human relationships, she explores how understanding these invisible systems can fuel progress.

From using quantum models to predict molecular behavior to designing sustainable solutions like clean water and future fuels, Dr. Davis demonstrates how our innate curiosity, creativity, and collaboration drive scientific and societal advancement. This talk serves as a powerful reminder of humanity’s potential to improve the world through imagination and exploration. Dr. Rebecca Davis is a Full Professor of Organic and Computational Chemistry at the University of Manitoba, where she leads a globally recognized research group. Specializing in the development of sustainable chemical processes, her work combines quantum mechanical modeling with experimental synthetic chemistry to make pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis more efficient and eco-friendly. She has received prestigious funding from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation and is a recognized leader in her field, named one of Canada’s Most Powerful Women in 2023. A passionate advocate for diversity in science, Dr. Davis co-founded the Working for Inclusivity in Chemical Sciences group and actively supports women and minorities in STEM. Beyond her groundbreaking research, she contributes nationally to scientific communities through various leadership roles and serves on the Researcher Council for the National Digital Research Alliance of Canada.

Watch now! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEniGHXbQwM

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In her powerful TEDx talk, Debi Hemmeter, co-founder of the Lean In Movement with former COO of Meta Sheryl Sandberg, ad...
10/21/2024

In her powerful TEDx talk, Debi Hemmeter, co-founder of the Lean In Movement with former COO of Meta Sheryl Sandberg, addresses the challenges and misconceptions surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in today’s corporate and social landscape.

She reflects on the setbacks many companies face in implementing DEI initiatives and emphasizes the critical business and social case for diversity. Drawing on personal anecdotes, Hemmeter highlights unconscious bias, the “likeability penalty,” and invisible privilege as barriers that need to be dismantled for true inclusivity to take root. She calls for creating safe spaces for authentic conversations and fostering connections that bring out the best in everyone. With a focus on the importance of intentional, behind-the-scenes work, she invites individuals and organizations to reimagine DEI efforts, turning what has often been a fleeting moment into a lasting movement for a more equal and inclusive world. Debi Hemmeter is the Co-Founder of Leanin.org with Sheryl Sandberg former COO of Facebook|Meta. Debi has over 25 years of experience within the private sector with four Fortune 50 companies. Debi began her career at PepsiCo and Sara Lee in sales and marketing. After close to 10 years in the consumer products segment, she was recruited to Wells Fargo Bank, where she specialized in retail banking strategy, marketing, and business development. Debi moved on to Bank of America and led one of their largest retail markets where she managed $3.4 billion in assets and 1600 employees. Along the way, Debi learned firsthand many of the important Lean In Principles. She believes and the research supports that having these conversations has allowed companies to improve their bottom-line performance and individuals to build confidence and become transformational leaders.

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The Uplifting Discourse Youth Film Festival is today! Join us at Gallagher Way from 4:30-7:00PM. ❌ featuring music from ...
08/30/2024

The Uplifting Discourse Youth Film Festival is today! Join us at Gallagher Way from 4:30-7:00PM. ❌ featuring music from the School of Rock.

We’re thrilled to announce Kim Greene Hiller, owner and director of The Laughing Academy and former actress and writer w...
08/13/2024

We’re thrilled to announce Kim Greene Hiller, owner and director of The Laughing Academy and former actress and writer with Second City Chicago. Kim teaches life skills through the art of improvisation. Having shared the stage with comedy legends like Tina Fey and Steve Carell, Kim brings a wealth of experience to her teachings.
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In her talk, Kim opens with emphatic gibberish to illustrate how intention can be understood without clear language, a technique rooted in improvisational theater. She discusses Viola Spolin’s contributions to improv, emphasizing the importance of intuitive communication and the transformative power of the “Yes, and” principle, which fosters creativity, collaboration, and trust. Through personal anecdotes and examples from her work teaching children and adults, including corporate training sessions for Fortune 500 companies, Kim demonstrates how listening for intention and embracing the spirit of improvisation can enhance communication, build stronger relationships, and create meaningful, supportive interactions in all aspects of life.
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You don’t want to miss this talk. Get your tickets to the August 27th event at the Chicago Cultural Center! Link in bio.

We’re excited to welcome Debi Hemmeter to our 2024 stage. Debi co-founded Leanin.org with Sheryl Sandberg, former COO of...
08/12/2024

We’re excited to welcome Debi Hemmeter to our 2024 stage. Debi co-founded Leanin.org with Sheryl Sandberg, former COO of Facebook|Meta in 2013 to help women achieve their ambitions and to create an equal world.
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In her TEDx talk, Debi Hemmeter reflects on a decade of progress with the Lean In movement and its impact on women in the workforce. She shares key insights from Lean In’s journey, highlighting achievements and the ongoing challenges women face. Debi discusses why the progress made is still not enough and outlines strategies to amplify the movement’s impact in the coming decade, offering a powerful vision for a more equal and inclusive world.
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Get your tickets to the August 27th event at the Chicago Cultural Center! Link in bio.

We are thrilled to present Rebecca Davis, a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Manitoba, as a...
08/06/2024

We are thrilled to present Rebecca Davis, a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Manitoba, as a 2024 speaker. Rebecca employs quantum mechanical models and experimental organic chemistry to tackle challenges in molecular design and discovery.
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In her talk, Rebecca uses the image of a molecule to demonstrate how science embodies the greatest aspects of humanity, such as our ability to imagine, explore, and extrapolate. She highlights the field of quantum chemistry, explaining how it has evolved from early 19th-century atomic theories to today’s advanced computational models that predict molecular behavior and structures. Through examples of molecular movement, interactions, and reactions, Rebecca illustrates how scientific progress, driven by human creativity and curiosity, continually advances our understanding and improves the world, emphasizing that even though we can’t see molecules, our collective efforts have made the invisible realm tangible and transformative.
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Buy tickets to the August 27th event at the Chicago Cultural Center today! Link in bio.

Announcing George Lepauw, a “prodigious pianist” (Chicago Tribune) to our 2024 Uplifting Discourse Stage. George is kno...
08/05/2024

Announcing George Lepauw, a “prodigious pianist” (Chicago Tribune) to our 2024 Uplifting Discourse Stage. George is known for his “singing tone” (New York Times) and cultural activism, uses music to inspire and bring people together.
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In his talk, George recounts the miraculous Christmas Eve of 1914, when British and German troops, entrenched in the battlefields of Flanders, experienced an impromptu truce initiated by a shared hymn. This powerful story illustrates the universal language of music, which transcended enmity and united soldiers in a moment of peace during one of the deadliest wars in history. George explores the deep, unifying force of music throughout human history, emphasizing its role in fostering empathy, compassion, and societal change. ❌
Named Chicagoan of the Year (2012) for Classical Music, George reminds us that within each of us lies the potential to be both musicians and soldiers of peace.
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Announcing Brooke Skinner Ricketts as a 2024 Uplifting Discourse speaker! Brooke is a growth strategist devoted to trans...
08/04/2024

Announcing Brooke Skinner Ricketts as a 2024 Uplifting Discourse speaker! Brooke is a growth strategist devoted to transforming possibility into performance. Her talk is centered on disagreeing better in these high tension times.
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Brooke’s professional work has focused on solving the problems that constrain growth with innovative leadership, product, marketing and business strategies that unlock outstanding results. With a strong track record of optimizing business for growth and impact, and implementing forward-thinking business building strategies, Brooke’s work has enabled the success of dozens of Fortune 200 brands. She has taken two companies public and advised many others in their journey toward meaningful scale. She has led strategy, brand, product, marketing and customer experience for market leaders, challenger brands and unicorns including Twitter, CARS, SC Johnson, eBay, Sprint, FCB, DigitasLBi, Avant.
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Brooke has been recognized as an innovative leader by Forbes, Crain’s, the Wall Street Journal, and Adweek. Brooke is a sought-after speaker who has taken the stage at SXSW, LiveRamp, Social Media Week, TechWeek, Le****ns Who Tech, Google, Facebook, and Northwestern Kellogg and Medill Graduate Programs.
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Get your tickets today! Link in bio.

Announcing Uplifting Discourse: Youth Film Festival and Contest! Submissions due Aug 12th. ❌TEDxWrigleyville, in collabo...
07/30/2024

Announcing Uplifting Discourse: Youth Film Festival and Contest! Submissions due Aug 12th.
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TEDxWrigleyville, in collaboration with TED Democracy, Gallagher Way, and the esteemed office of Senator Dick Durbin, proudly presents the first-ever TEDx Democracy short film festival for youth: “Uplifting Discourse.” This exciting contest and festival aims to inspire young filmmakers to explore the diverse and impactful theme of democracy through creative storytelling.
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Every film that meets our content guidelines will be showcased at the festival, providing a platform for young voices to be heard. The screening will be held on August 30, 4:30-7:00 p.m. at Gallagher Way.
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