Listen "Blend tradition and innovation — Jimmy Tan, TEDxGuangzhou"
Episode Synopsis
This episode features Jimmy Tan, organizer of TEDxGuangzhou (TEDxXiguan) in China. Tune in to hear Jay and Jimmy explore how TEDxGuangzhou creates a space where traditional and modern ideas can come together. Jimmy shares his thoughts on what the TEDx community can learn from TEDx events in China, and how the entire TEDx community can benefit from learning from connecting with each other.
2:42 - How TEDxXiguan empowers attendees to gather to talk about topics they are passionate about
7:40 - The significance of curating ideas that are deeply rooted in a community’s specific cultural context
9:09 - A breakdown of social media alternatives and how they are used within the TEDx community in China
14:02 - Tips for conveying the immense value of TEDx to potential partners
15:38 - A perspective about why TEDx events should start small and grow slowly
18:29 - How combining traditional and innovative ideas can lead to powerful discussion
2:42 - How TEDxXiguan empowers attendees to gather to talk about topics they are passionate about
7:40 - The significance of curating ideas that are deeply rooted in a community’s specific cultural context
9:09 - A breakdown of social media alternatives and how they are used within the TEDx community in China
14:02 - Tips for conveying the immense value of TEDx to potential partners
15:38 - A perspective about why TEDx events should start small and grow slowly
18:29 - How combining traditional and innovative ideas can lead to powerful discussion
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