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How comedy and slam poetry encourage serendipity | Iggy Mwela & Andre Bradford | TEDxLakeTravisHigh

1,287 views · Published 26 September 2018 · 16:51 · Indexed 28 September 2026

Channel: TEDx Talks · 2018 · Nonprofits & Activism

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Iggy Mwela and Andre Bradford, slam poets and youth workers, give poignant slam poetry performances that lead to a discourse about the meaning and empathy that serendipity can bring into our lives, if we are open to receiving it.
 COMETRY is a blend of stand up comedy and slam poetry and they use these art forms to dissect tough topics and facilitate rich dialogue. Their programs range from diversity appreciation, to mental health awareness, to leadership development and empathy training. Their team is made up of national championship slam poets and touring stand up comedians. They educate through entertainment, and their classroom just happens to be the stage.

COMETRY is a blend of stand up comedy and slam poetry and they use these art forms to dissect tough topics and facilitate rich dialogue. Their programs range from diversity appreciation, to mental health awareness, to leadership development and empathy training. Their team is made up of national championship slam poets and touring stand up comedians. They educate through entertainment, and their classroom just happens to be the stage. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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