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TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. Our event is call TEDxLa Jolla, where x=independently organized TED event. At our TEDxLaJolla event, TEDTalks videos and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events, including ours, are self-organized.