TED: If a story moves you, act on it | Sisonke Msimang

The speaker shares their experience preparing for a TED Talk, highlighting the power and limitations of storytelling, especially in the context of social justice. They discuss how stories can create an illusion of solidarity and emphasize the importance of looking beyond personal narratives to understand broader social issues. The speaker stresses the need for credible media alongside storytelling to drive social change and calls on audiences to be more curious, skeptical, and active in supporting justice.

What was the speaker's initial reaction to being informed about giving a TED Talk?

• They were indifferent.

• They were excited and then panicked.

• They were confused.

• They were disappointed.

Why does the speaker admire Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie?

• Because she has important and interesting things to say.

• Because she is a scientist.

• Because she is a politician.

• Because she is a famous singer.

According to the speaker, what is one of the benefits of storytelling?

• It can make people wealthy.

• It can bridge divides and foster empathy.

• It can replace traditional news.

• It can solve all social issues.

What concern does the speaker express about storytelling?

• It is only for entertainment.

• It can create an illusion of solidarity.

• It is too expensive to produce.

• It is not accessible to everyone.

What lesson did the speaker learn from their bike theft experience?

• You must like someone to support them.

• You don't have to like someone to recognize their wisdom.

• Never trust strangers.

• Always lock your bike.

What does the speaker suggest audiences should do to make the world a better place?

• Trust all stories blindly.

• Be more curious and skeptical.

• Ignore social contexts.

• Focus solely on entertainment.

What does the speaker believe is necessary for social justice?

• A combination of credible facts and powerful stories.

• More fictional stories.

• More storytellers.

• Less media coverage.

What does the speaker say about the current trust in media among young adults?

• Only 10% place a lot of trust in the media.

• It is increasing rapidly.

• Young adults completely distrust the media.

• It is at an all-time high.

What does the speaker suggest about the relationship between stories and justice?

• Justice is not important.

• Stories are irrelevant to justice.

• Justice is achieved through action, not just stories.

• Stories alone can achieve justice.

What does the speaker propose about the role of audiences in storytelling?

• Audiences should only consume stories passively.

• Audiences should engage actively and support causes.

• Audiences should ignore storytellers.

• Audiences should focus only on entertainment value.