2021 FHC Inspires Q&As

John and Brad discuss the start of the school year, the upcoming Homecoming activities, and of course, the Cascade Heritage Day, along with a little sideline into the football season. https://open.spotify.com/episode/6m2vTfUVgDp82twDGNNZVT

Speaker: Kyra Thomas How do you feel about your TED Talk being picked for FHC Inspires? "I'm very humbled and glad that I was chosen to speak in FHC Inspires and super excited to do it again." What is a quick description of your TED Talk?  "My TED Talk goes over the history of the stigma around crying and the mental, physical, and social benefits of crying." Does public speaking make you ...

Speaker: Lucy Mclean How do you feel about your TED Talk being picked for FHC Inspires? "I am excited and a little bit nervous for FHC Inspires. All the people participating in this are so sweet, and I'm looking forward to spending time with them and watching their TED Talks." What is a quick description of your TED Talk?  "My TED Talk is about what life is like being short. I talk about how we...

Speaker: Ellie McDowell How do you feel about your TED Talk being picked for FHC Inspires? "I'm super excited about my TED Talk being picked. I think it's important for people to hear, and I'm hoping it will change some lives." What is a quick description of your TED Talk?  "My TED Talk is about how I found myself through band and how it's important for people to find themselves." Does pu...

Speaker: Abby Cummings How do you feel about your TED Talk being picked for FHC Inspires? "I feel honored and humbled that my TED Talk was picked for FHC Inspires. It feels very special to have my TED Talk recognized for this memorable event." What is a quick description of your TED Talk? "My TED Talk is about lessons I’ve learned from kids. Since a young age, I have always loved k...

Speaker: Allie Beaumont How do you feel about your TED Talk being picked for FHC Inspires? "I feel really honored! I know Mr. George had lots of people applying so I honestly wasn't sure If mine was going to be picked, but when it was I was extremely happy!" What is a quick description of your TED Talk?  "My TED Talk relates my younger self being in a below-grade-level English class to...

Speaker: Ally Werkema How do you feel about your TED Talk being picked for FHC Inspires? "It's actually really cool. I wasn't sure in the beginning if I wanted to do the show because it conflicted with volleyball, but in the end, I decided that it was a once in a lifetime experience." What is a quick description of your TED Talk?  "My talk is about how you shouldn't tell someone that ...

Speaker: Trevor Vanskiver How do you feel about your TED Talk being picked for FHC Inspires? "I feel like it will be a cool experience." What is a quick description of your TED Talk?  "I explain the awkwardness of silence and how you can use silence to your advantage." Does public speaking make you nervous? How has this project improved your skills? "Yes it does, it helped me overcome that a bit and just...

Speaker: Ava Redmond How do you feel about your TED Talk being picked for FHC Inspires? "It felt really good that something I worked so hard on was justified and deemed "well done." It's something I feel very passionately about, and the fact that someone thinks it is a message that should be spread is extremely gratifying." What is a quick description of your TED Talk?  "My TED Talk is ab...

Speaker: Katelynn Heilman How do you feel about your TED Talk being picked for FHC Inspires? “I was really excited when I found out I was a part of FHC Inspires, although I was a little nervous to know I would have to present my TED Talk again.” What is a quick description of your TED Talk? “My TED Talk is about how often people, including myself, let bad moments define their entire days, an...

Speaker: Rasraj Mann How do you feel about your TED Talk being picked for FHC Inspires? "I feel great about my TED Talk as it brings awareness to an issue in American society." What is a quick description of your TED Talk?  "My TED talk is about Sikhs, who are followers of Sikhism—the world’s 5th largest religion—and their roots in American society. I also talk about the discri...

Speaker: Daniel Wang How do you feel about your TED Talk being picked for FHC Inspires? "Honored, but nervous–I mostly slid my way into this program with my friends, so I feel great." What is a quick description of your TED Talk?  "The world isn't built for introverted people, but that doesn't mean that they have to change the way they are." Does public speaking make you nervous? Ho...

Speaker: Kate Hotaling How do you feel about your TED Talk being picked for FHC Inspires? “I am so happy and partially surprised that my TED Talk was chosen for FHC Inspires. I never would have thought I would be specifically chosen to do a public speaking project a second time.” What is a quick description of your TED Talk?  “My TED Talk is all about my fear of public speaking and ...

Speaker: Jordyn Reens How do you feel about your TED Talk being picked for FHC Inspires? "I feel excited about the experience, but also nervous since the show is going to be in front of a lot of people." What is a quick description of your TED Talk?  "My TED Talk is about perfectionism and the ways in which it's promoted by society." Does public speaking make you nervous? How has thi...

Speaker: Addi Bunnell How do you feel about your TED Talk being picked for FHC Inspires? "I was thoroughly shocked that my TED Talk was picked for FHC Inspires because I grew very nervous and self-conscious about my own as I listened to all the great speeches my classmates gave. However, I was very excited when I found out, and now I am very eager to present my TED Talk to a brand new audience." ...

Speaker: Kamdyn Hawkins How do you feel about your TED Talk being picked for FHC Inspires? “I am very happy about my TED Talk being picked for FHC Inspires; it will be a great opportunity to experience.” What is a quick description of your TED Talk?  “My TED Talk is all about the benefits of ADHD.” Does public speaking make you nervous? How has this project improved your skills...

Speaker: Paige Fron How do you feel about your TED Talk being picked for FHC Inspires? "I feel deeply honored and surprised that out of all the students that applied, my Ted Talk was one of the [ones] chosen." What is a quick description of your TED Talk?  "The inside view of depression." Does public speaking make you nervous? How has this project improved your skills? "Public spea...

Speaker: Veronica Vincent How do you feel about your TED Talk being picked for FHC Inspires? "I was really honored when I found out I was picked for FHC Inspires because this whole experience has been something I've been wanting to do for a couple of months now." What is a quick description of your TED Talk?  "My TED Talk is all about growing up with anxiety [and it] defining my life....

Speaker: Annie Douma How do you feel about your TED Talk being picked for FHC Inspires? "I am honored and excited that I have been given the opportunity to share my TED Talk at FHC Inspires." What is a quick description of your TED Talk?  "My TED Talk is about how we go about our weeks. Oftentimes, people, including myself, wish it was the weekend, creating what I refer to as a 'weekly ...