26 April 14:00Bio Skandia

Experience the inspiration of a live TEDx event!

TEDxStockholm presents “Moments between Waypoints - Navigating Ideas, Shaping the Future”, an event dedicated to exploring the transformative moments that occur between life’s pivotal junctures. This theme highlights the unseen but essential spaces where ideas germinate, evolve, and lead to groundbreaking innovation. Through engaging talks, interactive experiences, and thought-provoking storytelling, attendees will uncover the power of progress, connection, and forward-thinking.

Join us as we navigate the journey of ideas and discover how these defining moments shape the futures we aspire to create.

The event is in English and doors are open at 2pm!

Scroll down to find the schedule and full list of speakers!


Join us for an exclusive pre-event experience on April 5th!

Join us for an exclusive pre-event on April 5th for our TEDxStockholm community, in the city centre of Stockholm! It’s the perfect opportunity to connect, collaborate, and celebrate before the main event on April 26th. Secure your spot today by visiting our tickets page!

The event will take place at Drottninggatan 92, at AP Academy's location. Door opens at 18, event starts at 19. The program will run until 22, followed by music and good company until 23.

What is exactly happening on the pre-event experience?
In addition to getting to know your fellow TEDxStockholm community members, you will have the chance to mingle and getting to know a few of our speakers for the main event April 26th! You don't want to miss that!

You will also have the privilege of listening in on panel discussions with well-known music experts. In one of the panels, none other than Danny Saucedo, singer and songwriter, will join our stage alongside Gustav Hornemann, founder of Sweden's most popular music production and songwriting education (and did we mention he's a drummer as well?).

The panel discussion will be led by Malcolm Larri, leadership coach, public speaker, and no stranger to TEDxStockholm, as he hosted our 2019 TEDxStockholm event. In the other panel discussion we are thrilled to be inviting renowned DJs, Emma Karlsson (Æmma / Miss Dilemma) and Johannes Drakenberg (Drakenberg) who will share their insight into the field and evolution of DJs.

And the music doesn't stop there...

You will also experience a Music Competition: Moments Between Waypoints Grand Prix

  • Students from Audio Production Academy will compete by submitting original music tracks based on a brief received from TEDxStockholm.
  • The audience will vote to select the winning track, which will be featured at the TEDxStockholm Main Event on April 26th!
  • The winner of the Grand Prix will also be invited to the main event as an honored guest.




Schedule

14:00

Doors open

During this space, several activities will be happening around the venue and you will be able to interact with the venue and our partners.

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15:00

Opening performance & first 3 speakers

15:45

Break

During this break, you are able to enjoy the venue, activities and interact with our partners. 

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16:30

Performance, interview and next 3 speakers

17:25

Break

During this break, you are able to enjoy the venue, activities and interact with our partners.

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18:10

Performance and next 3 speakers

19:00

Closing & walk-out

Speakers for April 26th

Rose Bajoul
TikTok profile and one of the first in Sweden with a myoelectric prosthesis (robot arm).

Rose Bajoul was born with dysmelia, meaning part of her left arm is missing. Rose is one of the first in Sweden with a myoelectric prosthesis, often called a robot arm, which has significantly changed her life. Previously, she tried to hide her prosthesis, but now she proudly showcases her new arm and shares her journey on TikTok, where she has quickly gained popularity.

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Linus Petersson
Engineer in Life Science

Linus is a consultant in Life Science with a background as a validation engineer, medical technology engineer, and lecturer on drugs for aging. He is the author of "Läkemedel mot åldrande" (Drugs for Aging) and co-founder of Swedish Longevity Cluster, a Swedish initiative to accelerate the development of drugs for aging.

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Emilia Bergmark-Jiménez
Photographer and Author

Emilia Bergmark-Jiménez works as a photographer with a focus on representation and diversity and has published the books “En förälders födelse” (A Parent’s Birth) and “Födas och att föda” (To Be Born and To Give Birth). Emilia is also a trained doula.

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Jonas Bernander
Artist, Writer, and Dramaturg

After two decades in the world of theatre and opera, Jonas has expanded his field with an ambition to create works at the intersection of storytelling, visual arts, and performing arts. Jonas is currently working on the AI-generated exhibition Icons of Displacements.

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Gustaf Arrhenius
Director of the Institute for Futures Studies

Gustaf Arrhenius is known for his research in moral philosophy and political philosophy, with a particular focus on issues concerning future generations and democracy.

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Erike Tanghøj
Senior Specialist in Inclusive Peace and Security

Erike Tanghøj, former Deputy CEO of the Swedish Dialogue Institute for the Middle East and North Africa and advisor to the UN, has many years of experience working with youth participation in conflict management, reconstruction, and democratization of conflict-affected countries.

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Siri Helle
Psychologist and Author

Siri Helle is an award-winning psychologist, speaker, and author of several acclaimed books, including Existensboosten (Existence Boost), Smartare än din telefon (Smarter than Your Phone), and Känslofällan (The Emotion Trap), which have been translated into several languages. She regularly contributes as a psychological expert to TV4, DN, and Sveriges Radio. Her writings are published in Svenska Dagbladet and Modern Psykologi.

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Petter Menning
“Pete the Meat”, World Champion Canoeist

Petter Menning is the “dandelion child” from Midsommarkransen who went from misery to medals, setbacks to successes, and from powerless to master. With 12 medals in European and World Championships, along with two Olympic Games under his belt, he is one of Sweden’s most decorated male athletes. Today, Petter lectures on self-leadership and development.

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Helen Tsim
Winner of TEDxStockholm Idea Search 2024

Helen Tsim is a Harvard-educated social psychologist, entrepreneur, and educator focusing on vertical development and system change. She has taught at Stanford and won TEDxStockholm’s Idea Search 2024.

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Ash Pournouri
Visionary entrepreneur and Philanthropist

A visionary entrepreneur and philanthropist, two-time grammy nominated Ash Pournouri (LL.M. Stockholm's University) began his career by reimagining the role of record labels, publishing, tour booking and management. What began with the lone mission of creating, managing and building the brand of global superstar and partner Avicii (among other major global clients) led to Ash becoming a pioneer in breaking EDM as a mass movement, and a leader in the boundary-free global music business of the 21st century.

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Anna Olin Kardell
Moderator, TV Host, and Program Facilitator

Anna’s expertise spans a wide range of industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, and public administration. She frequently collaborates with Sweden’s leading organizations and global corporations, such as Volvo, Microsoft, Accenture, Telia, Vattenfall, and the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs. Her portfolio also includes prestigious initiatives like His Royal Highness Prince Daniel's Fellowship, Women in Tech, Sweden Sustaintech Venture Day, TEDx Stockholm, and Näringslivets Mäktigaste Kvinna. Whether moderating high-level forums or guiding complex conversations, Anna is known for her ability to distill intricate topics into clear, impactful dialogues —always with a touch of warmth and humor.

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How to find our location for our main event? 

Our venue is located in the heart of Stockholm next to Central station. Nearest subway stations are: T-Centralen or Hötorget.

FAQ

  • Do you need sign language in Swedish? Please write to us in contact@tedxstockholm.com.
  • What is the location for the pre-event during April 5th? It'll be hosted at AP Academy premises: Drottninggatan 92, 111 36 Stockholm.
  • Have you bought a ticket but can no longer attend? We encourage you to give the ticket to a friend/colleague if possible. We are a non-profit organisation fuelled by volunteers, so by doing so you support TEDxStockholm and our cause. Thank you for understanding

/TEDxStockholm team