TED: Courage is contagious | Damon Davis

The speaker discusses the contagious nature of fear and courage, drawing from personal experiences during the protests following Michael Brown's death in Ferguson. They describe the initial fear and subsequent courage witnessed in the community, leading to their artistic response and the creation of the documentary 'Whose Streets?'. The speaker emphasizes the role of artists in conveying courage and challenges the audience to use their gifts to combat fear.

What role does the speaker believe artists should play in society?

What question does the speaker pose to the audience regarding their gifts?

How does the speaker describe their understanding of fear?