PechaKucha to bring thought-provoking ideas to the floor
Exploring the health of our oceans, the language of masculinity surrounding crime and the unifying power of music are among the diverse topics coming to PechaKucha this Friday.
The 39th edition features seven speakers and is scheduled to take place at Blue Waters Anglers Club in Pembroke from 6.30pm with presentations starting at 7pm.
A spokesman said: “Under the banner of Short, Dynamic, Diverse Presentations, this edition promises exactly that — a fast-paced programme of engaging talks spanning ocean conservation, criminology, identity, equality, entrepreneurship, music, culture and human anatomy.
“This free event invites the community to discover new ideas, challenge assumptions and connect with people and subjects they might not otherwise encounter.”
Alexandra Amat — The Ocean Has No Voice. We Do
An oceanographer, educator and conservation advocate, Alex Amat is the ocean education lead at the Bermuda Zoological Society and founder of Blue Backyard. Drawing on more than two decades of experience connecting people with the sea, Dr Amat explores her personal journey from ocean scientist to educator and the importance of building a meaningful relationship with our marine environment.
Emily Ross — Boys Will Be Boys: Crime Talk and the Patriarchy
Holding a Doctor of Philosophy in Criminology from the University of Oxford, Emily Ross brings an academic perspective to how patriarchy manifests itself in the way we talk about violence, the assumptions embedded in phrases such as “boys will be boys”, and the wider implications of the language we use to understand crime and masculinity.
Augustine (Gus) Tanner-Ihm — The Gay Agenda: Save Humanity, Then Brunch
Augustine (Gus) Tanner-Ihm is an American-born organisational psychologist, theologian and a passionate advocate for LGBTQ+ equality, racial justice and inclusive leadership. Drawing on his experiences as a Black gay man, Dr Tanner-Ihm will use humour, provocative honesty and a little theological mischief to challenge cultural myths and explore what LGBTQ+ communities can teach us about courage, belonging, resilience and the radical power of love.
Zach Wilson — The Art of the Possible: Turning Vision into Impact
Inspired by this year’s Lumina Festival theme, Zach Wilson explores the journey of bringing the festival to life despite significant challenges, limited resources and unexpected setbacks. The presentation looks beyond the event itself to examine how music, culture and financial education can become vehicles for meaningful social change.
Tara Sapien — Haunting Season
Multi-faceted social entrepreneur and creative Tara Sapien presents a cultural and economic viability assessment of Bermuda’s autumn potential. Her presentation invites audiences to reconsider what Bermuda’s shoulder season could become and how a more vibrant autumn calendar might generate lasting cultural and economic value.
Joshua Powell — To the Beat
Music has the power to change a room, bring people together and take us on a journey without saying a single word. Joshua Powell explores the art of DJing and the often-underestimated skill behind creating an unforgettable atmosphere. He examines how a DJ can guide a crowd through an experience on the dancefloor.
Michael Watson — The Journey of a Breath: What the Diaphragm Can Teach Us About Change, Connection and Belonging
What can a single breath reveal about being human? Structural integration practitioner and anatomy trains educator Michael Watson takes audiences on an evocative visual journey through the diaphragm, exploring its development, its role in everyday life and its relationship to movement, sensation and human experience.
• Excerpts from information provided by PechaKucha
PechaKucha, meaning “chit-chat” in Japanese, is an internationally recognised presentation format built around 20 images, each shown for 20 seconds.
The spokesman said: “PechaKucha is about creating a space where people can share something they are passionate about, introduce an idea or perspective that challenges the way we think, and connect with an audience in a way that is accessible, entertaining and inspiring.
“The beauty of the format is that you never quite know what you’re going to learn next.”
He also thanked the sponsors of the event which is free and open to the public.
There will be food available for purchase from Tasty28 Asian and Local Kitchen.
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