TEDxSoMa

A unique experience bringing together innovative ideas and people to grow the collective conscience.

Join us for #ModernCampfires January 15th.
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Check out photos from #TEDxSoMa2019 #ModernCampfires!
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Thank you to our brilliant photographer Éli Zaturanski.
@elipoint (https://t.co/vAaL6SNFG7)

#TEDxSoMa #SanFrancisco #IdeasWorthSpreading #TEDx #culture

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“Without consent we can't have safety, and without safety we can't share touch.…Participating in intentional cuddling trains your consent skills. It makes us better at saying and receiving YESs and NOs, communicating... https://t.co/vKHSqzMuxt

[David Newson @DGNewson]

On 1/15, we got to hear from #SF street artist @fnnch & his ideas surrounding our consumption & creation of art. In his @TEDxSoMa Talk, he asks us to look at public spaces differently; as opportunities to create the world we want to live in. https://t.co/GjWPUL2XKY

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Failing at creating a United Religions, Bishop Swing succeeded in mobilizing a world of grassroots problem solvers and peace-makers.

Bishop William Swing is the President and Founding Trustee of United Religions Initiative (URI).... https://t.co/Fyi6bt6QDm

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"Veils" is inspired by W.E.B. Dubois’ theory of "double-consciousness"–exploring the translucent barrier between self-perception & the perception of others upon oneself.
Choreography: Marissa Wong
Performers: Katie Cassady, Matisse Maitland, Marissa Wong
https://t.co/aJ91UYcGi0

[Savannah Peterson 🏳️‍🌈 @SavIsSavvy]

Learn about #SignBombing & why #StreetArt matters in this hilarious @TEDTalks from @fnnch, my fav artist, at @TEDxSoMa https://t.co/ThQyAY6Hyq #HoneyBear #Art

[Dr. Yoni Alkan @DrYoniAlkan]

My #TEDtalk is up!
Share the love and cuddles with everyone... We could all use a hug.
@TEDxSoMa #TEDspeaker #TEDxSoMa #ideasworthspreading #Cuddling #Touch #Consent #hugs @Cuddlist #CuddleParty #CuddleTherapy
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In three decades of policing, Sylvia Moir rarely questioned the complexity of her work and its associated toxicity. When she experienced the results of mindfulness training, she decided to introduce it to the profession... https://t.co/xwJhwlGHzi #TEDxSoMa2019 #TEDxspeaker #TEDx

[URI Global @uriglobal]

What's the story behind our featured #WeeklyShot? Find out:
https://t.co/2Wryiv34AP #UnitedReligionsInitiative #URI @TEDxSoMa #TedTalks #Interfaith

[fnnch @fnnch]

I’m excited to share my TEDxSoMa talk! I have a link in my bio and created a shortcut at https://t.co/9UKW1VEiNa.

Public art is art for the masses — free, accessible and inclusive. It is, however, difficult to make happen. In this talk I discuss the … https://t.co/QVG5uRnIr9

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Juliana shares her experience moving from Colombia-a culture steeped in the language of storytelling-to the U.S., where speaking English reveals a hierarchy that pushed her family to the margins. @julianadlopera

#spanglish #TEDxspeaker #TEDxSoMa2019

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The current standards and expectations of manhood have an undeniable impact on our relationships and our society. Inspired by the courage and vulnerability of women and survivors in the #metoo movement, Mazin Jamal shares his... https://t.co/sXfVm8Wdb8

[Patrick Perini @pcperini]

The @TEDxSoMa videos are up! I’ll be doing a proper write-up a little later, but if you want to watch the show, I put together a playlist: https://t.co/0YdZa4QNn4

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When Dr. Yoni Alkan started on his path as a professional cuddler, he wanted to help people who were lacking touch in their lives in these disconnected times. As... https://t.co/GaOMGSsiPv

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Our first video from TEDxSoMa 2019 is available!

In this talk, fnnch discusses the importance of public art, and how to get more of it out there (you can do it too!). It's a funny, interesting, inspiring talk. with cool art.... https://t.co/r0ZW96FKbW

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"Veils"–choreographed by Marissa Wong–is influenced by WEB Dubois' theory of double consciousness.

“During the creation process, we developed movement phrases that aligned with these ideas...then deconstructed them to explore tone, intention, and dynamic.” #TWObigsteps #TEDxSoMa

[Savannah Lee @savvyleesf]

I volunteered and attended @tedxsoma last week! Check out my recap of this modern campfire on @cred_sf's blog. #TEDxSoMa #TedxSoMA2019 #ModernCampfires https://t.co/rz7brZSne9

[cred. @cred_sf]

An evening of idea spreading 💡 around the campfire at @tedxsoma!
Thank you for having us #TEDxSoMa! #ModernCampfires 🔥

[fnnch @fnnch]

On stage @tedxsoma!

Thank you everyone who came out! I could feel your support from the audience! The video will be online in 2 - 4 weeks, and I will post again when it is.

Many thank yous to the TEDxSoMa team and all the volunteers who helped. This wa… https://t.co/76l8rO9Y9l