Traditional Chinese Dance at UW was founded in 2021 with the mission to spread Chinese culture in the UW and Seattle communities through dance performances and events! Traditional Chinese Dance at UW was founded in 2021 with the mission to spread Chinese culture in the UW and Seattle communities through dance performances and events! This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Performance ‘’Being Human’’ takes viewers on a metaphorical journey through time: From the dawn of humanity to the complexities of our modern world. We will be challenged to examine our actions and their profound impact on the planet, on each other, and on the future. Are you ready to be human?PERFORMANCE: Vocalist & Composer: Mia Knop Jacobsen Mixing & Sound Design/Production: Jeremy Friedman Choreography: Natasha Stansell Dancers: Natasha Stansell, Valdemir Ribas Hair & Makeup: Neto Navarro Fashion Stylists: João Telmo, Vyra Sachse 3D Jewellery Designer: Hengdi WangFILM: Directed & Edited by: Vyra Sachse Starring: Vasilisa Forbes Director of Photography: Anna Volik Production: Vyra Productions Visual Effects Artist: Ruben Alexander Rosochacki Music Composer, Vocalist & Narrator: Mia Knop Jacobsen Music Mixing & Mastering: Jeremy Friedman Sound Designer: Daryna Shcherbak Sound Mixer: Santiago Couce Fashion Stylist: Vyra Sachse 3D Jewellery Designer: Hengdi Wang Camera Assistant: Stanislav Ratashnyuk Gaffer: Fabio Rebelo Paiva Hair & Makeup: Diksha Thapa, Neto Navarro Production Assistants: Misha Allakhverdian, Tjörben Schlicher, Ivan Diogo Marques Camacho Rental: Comuna Rental House City Location: Marvilla House Extras: Yasmin Barranqueiro, Jemi Laclé, Adriano Prates, Elmira Shahanaghi, Ieva Andrejevaite, Judith Servín, Ana Gonçalves Special Thanks: Anel Imanbay, Nick Halonen, Fábio Pinto, Max Golov, Egor Chechkin, Melanie Briffa, Paul S. Tracey, Natasha Stansell ÆterLys is the collaborative debut of Barcelona-based producer/percussionist Jeremy Friedman and Berlin-based Danish singer/composer Mia Knop Jacobsen. After five years of behind-the-scenes collaboration, the duo steps into the spotlight with an electrifying fusion of experimental electronic art pop. Drawing comparisons to Björk, Arca, and FKA Twigs, ÆterLys made their major live debut at TEDx Marvila 2025, signaling a bold new voice in the avant-pop landscape./ Vyra Sachse is a Berlin-born film director, producer, and photographer whose work spans environmental awareness, social issues, and culture. Embracing a nomadic lifestyle, she has lived in Australia, Argentina, Thailand, Spain, and Portugal. Her films have been recognised at the Berlin Commercial Awards and Fashion Film Festival Milano. As a photographer, her work has been published in Vogue Italia, Vogue Netherlands, Kaltblut Magazine, and HUF Magazine. In 2025, she exhibited her nature photography with Sea Shepherd and directed the short film ‘’Being Human’’ for TEDx Marvila./ Valdemir Ribas, a Brazilian dancer from Salvador, Bahia, began his classical training in 1992 and later expanded into modern and contemporary styles under renowned mentors like Zebrinha and Rodrigo Pederneiras. He has performed on major stages worldwide, including Teatro Colón (Argentina), Sadler’s Wells (London), Théâtre des Champs-Élysées (Paris), and The Kennedy Center (Washington), with appearances across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. /Natasha Chystsiakova is an international dancer with over a decade of experience performing in Asia, South America, and Europe. She has worked with diverse teams across South Korea, Malaysia, and Portugal, with a repertoire spanning contemporary, samba, cabaret, and musical theatre. Notable highlights include The Prophet musical, competition wins in samba, and TV appearances on TVI and RTP in Portugal, including a performance in Cinderella at Lisbon’s Politeama Theatre. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

This talk explores how artificial intelligence is transforming the landscape of tax litigation. With over 16 years of experience in international tax, Vyomessh delves into the ways AI can simplify complex tax processes, enhance decision-making, and streamline legal workflows. Through practical insights and forward-thinking perspectives, he highlights AI not just as a tool, but as a catalyst reshaping the future of legal and financial systems. CA Vyomessh Pathak is a seasoned Chartered Accountant with over 16 years of experience in International Tax Advisory and Litigation, specializing in Corporate Tax, International Tax, and Transfer Pricing. After spending 15 years with the Big 4 firm KPMG, he now leads the Tax Litigation team at Capgemini India.A prolific speaker and motivator, Vyomessh has delivered over 650 public talks across India on taxation, soft skills, and career development for CAs and students. He has co-authored several publications on tax-related topics and regularly conducts training sessions for Income-tax Officers. As a mentor, he has guided thousands of newly qualified CAs and continues to inspire the next generation of professionals. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

A soulful exploration of yearning and silence, Na Aayi Khabar channels the ache of unanswered emotions through a fusion of Indian classical, pop, R&B, and jazz. Pooja Tiwari’s voice becomes the vessel for this poignant narrative—layered with lyrical depth and melodic subtlety. The performance bridges timeless longing with a contemporary sound, inviting listeners into an emotional soundscape that is as intimate as it is expansive. Pooja Tiwari , Voice of a very popular song , Main Parwaana co- sung with none other than Arijit Singh , Jalwanuma and Mukti Do, got her debut from the movie Heropanti 2 , whose music was given by the Maestro, Dr. A.R. Rahman. She Recently sang for Imtiyaz Ali’s Hit Chamkila starring Diljit Dosanjh with the legends like Alka Yagnik and Richa Sharma, Naram Kaalja, which trended on Instagram and crossed 5million within two weeks and more than 2Millions streams on audio platforms. Her melodies reflect genres like Indian Classical Music, Bollywood , Pop, RnB and Jazz. Being an aspiring Singer-songwriter , she has released songs like Main Hoon Teri and Meri Parchaayi. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

NOTE FROM TED: Please do not look to this talk for medical advice. This talk only represents the speaker's personal views and understanding of mental health, technology, and evolutionary biology. We've flagged this talk because it falls outside the content guidelines TED gives TEDx organizers. TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail here: http://storage.ted.com/tedx/manuals/tedx_content_guidelines.pdfWhat if our toughest challenges held the seeds of our greatest strengths? In this inspiring and thought-provoking talk, Julia Krankl reframes today’s rising mental health struggles as an opportunity for resilience, connection, and growth—calling on us to replace stigma with compassion and understanding, and to rebuild the communities we all need to thrive. (This talk is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for professional medical advice or treatment.) Julia Krankl is a Harvard and UCLA-trained psychiatrist, trauma resilience specialist and the author of The 21st Minute, with proceeds supporting mental health nonprofits. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Life's only certainty is change. From serving as a Special Forces soldier in Afghanistan to caring for patients as a nurse and founding a tech company, Michael Wang's story is a testament to the transformative power of introspection. Through pivotal life moments, he discovered that true impact lies not in changing the world at large but in transforming one person's world. Michael's journey underscores the profound possibilities that arise when we focus on meaningful, personal connections, revealing that small, deliberate actions can create ripples of change that extend far beyond our immediate reach. Life's only certainty is change. From serving as a Special Forces soldier in Afghanistan to caring for patients as a nurse and founding a tech company, Michael Wang's story is a testament to the transformative power of introspection. Through pivotal life moments, he discovered that true impact lies not in changing the world at large but in transforming one person's world. Michael's journey underscores the profound possibilities that arise when we focus on meaningful, personal connections—revealing that small, deliberate actions can create ripples of change that extend far beyond our immediate reach. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx