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We are a community of ideas, courage, and persistence. Together, we carry stories that can spark change and shift perspectives. The path to sharing those ideas is not always easy, but each challenge strengthens our voice and deepens our impact. Resilience is what transforms setbacks into growth and vision into reality. As we move forward, let us remind one another that our light, our message, and our determination truly matter. We are not walking this journey alone, and together we are closer than we realize.

This episode brings the TEDxThirdWard family together for a candid, wisdom-filled group conversation. Hosted by Durrel Douglas, the roundtable features: - Emem Washington – Speaker Coach - Chris Wright – TEDxThirdWard Speaker - Tiffany Yvonne – TEDxThirdWard Speaker - Dr. Amber Gunner – TEDxThirdWard Speaker Together, we dig into what it really takes to step onto the TEDx stage: - The highs and lows of the preparation process - Why a TEDx talk is its own art form (not a sermon or speech) - The transformation that happens behind the scenes - How this journey became both a challenge and a reunion If you’re a semi-finalist, an aspiring speaker, or just curious about the process, this episode is packed with stories and lessons to inspire your own path.

We’re thrilled to launch the Virtual Speaker Bootcamp, a one-week intensive designed to help you sharpen your big idea, refine your 3-minute video, and step into your power as a speaker. This experience includes: - Daily self-paced assignments with videos and PDFs posted directly in Skool - 3 shared coaching sessions (virtual) where you’ll get real-time feedback from coaches and alumni on your idea and submission - Evening discussions, Monday–Friday, at 6 p.m. CST featuring TEDxThirdWard alumni reflecting on their journey and sharing tips (not coaching, but powerful insight) - A community of peers cheering you on as you practice, post, and refine your talk Cost: $197 — pay directly here on Skool. This is your chance to receive focused feedback and surround yourself with people who know what it takes to stand on the red dot. You don’t want to miss it. ❓ FAQ Do I have to attend all three coaching sessions? No — you’re encouraged to attend at least one, but you’re welcome at all three. Are the evening alumni conversations required? No — but you’ll gain insights you can’t get anywhere else. We strongly encourage you to attend live or catch the recordings. What if I can’t attend live? All coaching sessions and alumni conversations will be recorded and posted here in Skool, behind the paywall, exclusively for Bootcamp participants. Does joining the Bootcamp guarantee I’ll be selected as a finalist? No. Participation doesn’t give anyone an advantage in the selection process. What it does give you is stronger preparation, sharper ideas, and feedback that can take your talk to the next level. Where do I pay? Right here on Skool. Look for the payment button and register to lock in your spot.

In 3 sentences or less, tell us the big idea you want to share on stage. Keep it short, clear, and powerful. After you post, read a few others and drop a quick comment: - What works well? - What could be sharper? This is your space to practice and support each other.