🎉NEW EPISODE ALERT: In this episode of The Mane Health Show, host Stephanie Anderson sits down with Durrel Douglas Civic Innovator, TEDxThirdWard Organizer, and dynamic community leader, for a candid conversation about the power of civic engagement and representation. 🎧 Watch here: https://youtu.be/vvg5Ycc-spo Durrel shares how his grassroots work has transformed communities across Texas, the lessons he’s learned organizing TEDxThirdWard, and why he believes innovation in civic spaces begins with ordinary people doing extraordinary things. If you’ve ever wondered how to use your voice, your vote, or your platform to spark real change this episode will light a fire under you. 🔥 💬 In this episode, we discuss: • The role of storytelling in social impact • Why local involvement matters more than ever • The link between civic innovation and community health • How TEDxThirdWard continues to inspire and empower others 🎧 Watch, listen, join the conversation, and comment on your favorite insight from this episode! https://youtu.be/vvg5Ycc-spo

Good morning, I was watching the local NY news last night and learned about the tornado in Houston. I wanted to check in on Durrel and all of the others who live in Houston. Is everyone okay? Praying you are all safe this Thanksgiving Eve. Please let us know that you are safe. Kind regards, Tracy

After a day of headshots and interviews we met over light bites, wine, and my mom’s spaghetti for a little mixer. What an amazing group of volunteer curators and future TEDxThirdWard speakers! I also took the stage at TEDxGreenhouseRoad to give a talk yesterday.

Hello ThirdWard! I hope everyone is doing great during this most joyous Thanksgiving season! I'm reaching out to the Houston members for support in selling the nine extra tickets I purchased. I only need one for my son, Kyle, who will be my +1 on Jan 10. I just bought them as "will call" and have nine available. Would anyone be interested in offering them to your network? If you are, I appreciate it so much! Please message me privately, and we can talk about it further. @Sherhara Burrell, you made my day when you brought this up during one of our night sessions. Thank you! Grateful! 🙏🏽💕 Coach Ginny! 😍

TEDxThirdWard Finalists! We’re thrilled to introduce the next class of changemakers, storytellers, and visionaries who will take the stage at TEDxThirdWard 2026 on Saturday, January 10, 2026, in Houston, Texas. This year’s event will be a full day of ideas worth spreading, featuring five dynamic sections filled with talks that challenge, inspire, and ignite new ways of thinking. From personal transformation to social innovation, each speaker brings a powerful story and a unique perspective to the red dot. 🎟️ Tickets are now available! Don’t miss your chance to be in the room for one of Houston’s most inspiring events. ➡️ https://matchouston.org/events/2026/tedx-third-ward And if you’re already counting down to what’s next — mark your calendar! The next TEDxThirdWard Salon will take place in April 2026, continuing our mission to build a year-round platform for big ideas and bold voices. Please join me in congratulating this incredible new group of speakers who are ready to Dream. Dare. Do. #TEDxThirdWard #DreamDareDo #IdeasWorthSpreading #Houston