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Uta Pippig takes us back to the 1990 Berlin Marathon, which she won, just days before the official reunification of Germany. Where she, a young former East German athlete, crossed not just a finish line, but a boundary that had divided a nation. In this powerful reflection on movement, memory, and meaning, Uta explores the dance between freedom and boundaries, and introduces her F.R.E.E. Framework: a guide to living with intention, courage, and awareness in a world that often confuses limitlessness with liberty. A two-time Olympian, Uta was the world record holder in the half marathon and ranked #1 women marathon runner in the world in 1994 and 1995. She won the Boston Marathon for three consecutive years, the New York City Marathon in her only attempt, and three Berlin Marathons, including the 1990 “Reunification Marathon,” as it is often referred to, after President Reagan’s famed “Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall” speech resulted in a united and democratic East and West Germany. Uta was regarded as the “people’s champion” running with fist and smiles over finishes lines.Born in Leipzig in 1965, she was introduced to competitive athletics at the age of 13 and later became a member of the sports club “ASK Potsdam.” Uta studied medicine at the Humboldt University in East Germany, and after the fall of the Berlin Wall continued her studies at the Freie Universität Berlin where she passed her final exams as a medical student. Since her childhood Uta’s desire for freedom and movement developed into a unique understanding that the fitness she enjoyed gave her more freedom in life, a paradigm she started sharing with others in her public speaking series “Take The Magic Step™ to Lifelong Fitness and the Extra Mile to Success,” and “Running To Freedom™.” Uta uses her personal and athletic journey overcoming seemingly insurmountable obstacles to help others achieve their goals and dreams.Besides her running journey, Uta is practicing yoga and meditation for more than 20 years and became a Kripalu yoga, Āyurveda yoga, and meditation teacher studying with the prestigious Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health in Massachusetts. Uta is working as a public speaker and meditation teacher sharing her mental approach which has evolved since she started as a young athlete. Her seminars and sessions include Mindful Walking, Yoga and Running, and Loving/Kindness Meditation complementing her overall approach to fitness and health. Uta is columnist for WeLT Sport and is currently writing her book with the working title, Running To Freedom™.In 2008, Uta and her partner Michael Reger created the Take The Magic Step Foundation™. The organization works with charitable groups in the U.S. and Germany to improve the lives of underprivileged children and youth. As part of the curatorium of Children for a better World e.V., her recent program Run for Children brought the Berlin Marathon and Children for a better World together to help particularly children in Berlin.--- --- --- Winner of the Berlin Marathon (’90,’92,’95), Boston Marathon (’94,’95,’96), and New York City Marathon (’93). Founder of Take The Magic Step Foundation and LLC Website: www.TakeTheMagicStep.com Instagram: www.Instagram.com/UtaPippig Website: https://www.linkedin.com/UtaPippig 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

There is a machine that will never die. We built it. In this haunting and poetic talk, interdisciplinary artist Lori Baldwin brings AI and mortality face-to-face. Through NEKRA—a performative alter ego—she explores our entanglement with machines, the mysteries of death, and the radical power of not knowing. What unfolds is not a warning or an answer, but an invitation to face the unknowable—together. Lori Baldwin is an award-winning interdisciplinary artist, creative director and strategist with over a decade of experience leading creative projects. She designs immersive experiences that challenge perceptions, provoke critical thinking, and invite meaningful audience engagement. She is the co-founder of Atmosphere Creative Agency, bringing live art and aesthetic experiences into new, unexpected contexts. Lori holds an MA in International Performance Research from the University of Warwick and University of Amsterdam, and a BA in International Studies and Communications from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. 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

As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes the way content is created and shared, distinguishing between human and machine-generated material has become a critical challenge. In this insightful talk, AI expert Matt Kuperholz reveals a straightforward yet powerful solution to bring clarity and trust back to the digital world. Drawing on decades of experience advising top organizations, Matt explains how simple transparency measures can help users know what’s real - and who (or what) is behind the content they consume. Matt Kuperholz is an accomplished Artificial Intelligence scientist and advisor with a wealth of experience applying AI to real world client challenges spanning over 3 decades (including for over 40 of the ASX top 50 clients). He is driven by a passion for optimising humanity with technology and has established himself as an expert thought-leader, sharing his knowledge and insights on AI and its far-reaching impact. His contributions have earned him recognition and accolades, including from the Analytical Industry Body of Australia's top analytics leader in the first year this prize was awarded. // Matt has been a Professor of Practice for The Centre for AI and the Future of Work with Deakin University and was the Chief Data Scientist for PwC Australia (10 years) as well as the Advanced Analytics leader for Deloitte Australia (8 years). Since 2017 Matt lead the development of Responsible AI solutions and has been focused on pioneering solutions with government and private enterprise for the complex issues associated with AI ethics, performance management and governance both in Australia and internationally. 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

Deep work is slow. It means choosing connection over control.” Dr. Monty Badami is the Founder of Habitus, a social enterprise that uses Anthropology and Emotional Intelligence to unlock the superpower of what it means to be human. An Officer in the Australian Army Reserves, he combines his knowledge of army leadership with evolutionary evidence and cross-cultural research to demonstrate how imperfection is essential to our adaptability and success as a species. In this insightful talk, Monty shares some of what he has learned about how our creativity and diversity supports humanity during difficult times.www.habitus.org www.montybadami.com Dr. Monty Badami is an anthropologist and world-class speaker, facilitator and coach. Apart from holding a PhD in anthropology; he’s a university lecturer, Army Reserves officer, faculty member of The School of Life and co-presents a podcast called The Meaning Of....He combines his knowledge of Army Leadership with evolutionary evidence and cross-cultural research to demonstrate how our creativity, diversity and imperfection is essential to our adaptability and success as a species.Monty recognised that organisations were missing a vital strategic edge by failing to appreciate the untapped potential of a more anthropological approach to education and business. He has spent most of his research living with the Paniya, a marginalised indigenous group in India, who were slaves until quite recently. It is here that he fully developed his social and ethical foundations and nurtured a deep appreciation for the innovation and resilience of humans all over the world.Monty runs a social enterprise 'Habitus' to make the world a better place, and families and communities are at the heart of that. As such, he uses the profits made from corporate clients and private schools to help Habitus deliver cutting edge, research inspired, socially inclusive programs to public schools and marginalised communities in need. 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

Professor Bryan Knapp talks about the importance of understanding artificial intelligence and the deeper societal changes that it will offer. Dr. Bryan V. Knapp is an accomplished historian with a distinctive academic and literary background. He holds a Doctorate of Philosophy in History from Brown University and a Master’s degree from Washington University in St. Louis. His research focuses on the intersection of political ecology, social theory, and global historical movements, with particular expertise in the Nestlé Boycott and its impact on nation-building. Currently, he serves as a lecturer at Bryant University, where he teaches courses on specialized aspects of global history, engaging students in thought-provoking discussions about historical narratives and their modern implications. Beyond academia, Dr. Knapp is a prolific writer, having authored three novels, two memoirs, and a screenplay. His literary works often reflect his deep historical knowledge and critical perspectives on societal developments. With an international upbringing in Belgium and Germany, he brings a global lens to both his scholarship and teaching, offering students and readers unique insights into historical events and their lasting effects. His ability to blend academic rigor with compelling storytelling has earned him recognition in both the scholarly and literary communities. 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