¿Y te vas a quedar acá? | Radagast | TEDxJoven@RíodelaPlata

Summary

In this inspiring talk, the speaker, a magician and performer, shares his journey from childhood dreams of magic to a career in entertainment. He discusses overcoming distractions, embracing his unique style, and the importance of play in his creative process. The speaker emphasizes the value of serendipity, continuous learning, and the joy of performing without constraints, ultimately defining success as the journey itself and the love for what you do.

Takeaways

• 🎓 The speaker's childhood passion for magic and circus arts led him to prepare a story for a school assignment, showcasing his early interest in performance.
• 💊 He was recommended medication for inattention in school, but instead received help from an educational psychologist, which was a fortunate turn of events for his future career.
• 🧙‍♂️ The encouragement from his psychologist, Liliana, to perform a magic trick in class boosted his confidence and led to a successful performance, marking a pivotal moment in his journey.
• 🏆 After impressing his teacher, he was invited to perform at a school event, which he accepted without hesitation, despite not having a prepared show, demonstrating his ambition and adaptability.
• 🎼 He integrated music, magic, and comedy into his performances, reflecting his diverse interests and the unique blend he brought to his acts.
• 🤹‍♂️ The speaker's discovery of juggling and fire-breathing added new dimensions to his performances, showing his willingness to learn and innovate.
• 📍 His move to Buenos Aires to expand his horizons and take various classes signified a significant step in his personal and professional development.
• 📧 The creative approach of acting as his own representative to book shows in Buenos Aires highlights his resourcefulness and entrepreneurial spirit.
• 👶 The birth of his daughter, Bianca, added a new layer of responsibility and motivation to his life, influencing his decisions and work.
• 🎭 His unconventional approach to magic, incorporating elements of comedy and juggling, led to mixed reactions from peers but also to unique opportunities.
• 🎉 The speaker's embrace of serendipity and his openness to new experiences, such as learning standup comedy and using Instagram, has enriched his career and personal life.

Q & A

What was the assignment given by the literature professor to the students?

The literature professor, Elena, asked the students to prepare and tell a story about something they really liked.

What was the speaker's interest at the age of 12, and how did it influence his class presentation?

The speaker was interested in becoming a magician and stories about circuses. This influenced his class presentation as he prepared a story about magic and circus arts.

Why did the speaker visit an educational psychologist?

The speaker visited an educational psychologist to help him pay more attention in school because he was a bit disperse.

What alternative was mentioned for helping the speaker focus in school, and why was it not chosen?

An alternative mentioned was a pill that made kids pay attention. It was not chosen because they decided to send the speaker to Liliana for help instead.

What advice did Liliana give the speaker about performing his magic trick in class?

Liliana advised the speaker not to be a wimp and to perform the trick, assuring him that if nothing happened, it was just a trick and a nice finishing touch to his story.

How did the speaker's performance in the class with the magic trick affect his grade and his teacher's perception of him?

The speaker did very well on that class day, received a very good mark, and his teacher Elena was amazed by what he had done.

What opportunity did Elena offer the speaker after his successful class performance?

Elena offered the speaker the opportunity to do a magic show at a literary competition event in five months.

How did the speaker's approach to his magic show differ from traditional magicians?

The speaker's approach differed as he mixed music, magic, and comedy, focusing on what he liked the most rather than following traditional magician formats.

What was the significance of the business cards the speaker handed out after his shows?

The business cards, which included his name, 'comedic magic,' and his house phone number, served as a form of contact and a way for people to hire him for events, similar to modern-day contacts or social media handles.

How did the speaker's parents influence his decision to move to Buenos Aires and pursue his passion further?

The speaker's parents, with love and generosity, suggested he move to Buenos Aires to dare and experience something new, which led to him taking various classes and continuing his performances in a new city.

What was the turning point for the speaker that made him realize he needed to keep playing and innovating in his performances?

The turning point was when he met a guru-like figure during a season in Villa Gesell who encouraged him to focus on being Radagast and to do what he loved without restrictions, leading to a renewed sense of play and satisfaction.

How did the speaker's perspective on success evolve throughout his career?

The speaker's perspective on success evolved to mean the journey and experiences along the way, rather than a specific destination or achievement, emphasizing the importance of doing what he loves and learning from failures.

What role did serendipity play in the speaker's life and career?

Serendipity played a significant role by presenting unexpected opportunities, such as working in Colombia, Peru, and Venezuela, and meeting people like Federico Cyrulnik, which led to new avenues in his career and personal growth.

How did the speaker's approach to Instagram change his career and personal fulfillment?

The speaker's approach to Instagram allowed him to play without restrictions, reintroducing elements from his childhood and personal life into his performances, leading to a tour and a renewed sense of happiness and fulfillment.