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A huge shoutout to the incredibly talented GAVIN BLAKE - Scribe for capturing the energy, ideas, humour and emotion of our recent Open Mic Night as it happened in real time.
There’s something magical about watching conversations and complex ideas come to life through illustration while the speakers are still on stage - and Gavin has an amazing ability to turn those moments into artwork that feels both thoughtful and deeply human.
Featured speakers and thought-provoking topics included:
🔹 Dr Kirsten Peterson - helping people grow through failure and redefining success in sport psychology
🔹 Andi Salamon - why babies are the coolest teachers we’ll ever have
🔹 Cindy Schwartz - authenticity, competence and harnessing imposter syndrome
🔹 Paige Kong - protecting youth in sport and reducing pressure on kids
🔹 Peter DeMoor - autonomous taxis, overnight travel, and the future of mobility
🔹 🌐Gloria Tabi Tabi - hair freedom, belonging, and identity
🔹 Asha Naznin - hidden stories, culture and recognising Black lives in Australia
🔹 Li'An Chen, PhD - values-based healthcare and rethinking medical systems
🔹 Thomas Nielsen - meaning, kindness, and the random acts that shape deeper lives
Thank you to everyone who shared ideas, conversations and curiosity throughout the evening.
28/04/2026
⏳ 1 week to go.
TEDxCanberra Open Mic Night is almost here — and the stage is set for a night of bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and real conversations.
Speaker spots are locked in. Now it’s your turn to be in the room.
Come along to listen, connect, and be part of the energy that makes TEDx special.
🎤 Tuesday, 5 May
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:45 PM
📍 Louie Louie, Verity Lane Market
🎟 Free event
Food & drinks available downstairs at Verity Lane Market from 5 PM 🍷🍴
Join us - https://events.humanitix.com/tedxcanberra-2026-open-mic-night
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