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For many years, it’s been possible to hear speeches from so-called “scared straight” programs where formerly incarcerated people go into a community and speak about what led them astray, in hopes of steering others clear of the mistakes they made. KBIA’s Rebecca Smith has the story of one event held earlier this year that changed the setting, bringing the audience to the experts, instead of the other way around.

Dr. Melita Walker and Dr. Eryca Neville tell us why the theme of this weekend's TEDx Walnut Street event is 'Fostering Inclusive Communities', and who you're going to see on stage! Also, Marilyn McLeod and Mary Ratliff are here to invite everyone to a free kickoff event for 'When She Votes' this Saturday in Columbia! February 20, 2024

TED, a nonprofit group devoted to “Ideas Worth Spreading,” comes to Columbia Saturday for the third time.This year, TEDxCoMo will feature 18 speakers from…

Columbia is one of 75 cities nationwide taking part in TEDx, an effort by the nonprofit TED to promote dialogue in communities. On Saturday, the TEDx City…