Thomas Sage Pedersen pitched a tent in the woods at 18 gets honest about why planting yourself somewhere, really somewhere, is the most radical, uncomfortable, and necessary thing you can do.
Born a chronic mover, spending half his life nowhere in particular, Thomas landed in Santa Cruz and slowly, almost accidentally, got swallowed whole by it. This is a talk about the beautiful wreckage of staying put: the exes you see at the farmer’s market, the friends who show up when your marriage implodes, the mural that turns into a court case, the stop sign that somehow means everything. He’s not selling us community, he’s showing us the guts of it, still warm, asking if we’ve got the nerve to lean in when every instinct says bolt.
About the speaker
Thomas Sage Pedersen is an award winning thought leader, consultant and mentor in the intersection of art, music, leadership and social activism. As the founder of the award-winning Everyone's Music School, he has transformed music education with the help of his amazing team. He is also an author with first book coming in 2027. Pedersen's influence extends to the digital world as the visionary host of the Speak For Change Podcast, where he amplifies BIPOC and transformative voices, fostering global dialogue and understanding.
His activism has led to pivotal roles in organizations dedicated to racial justice and equity. He is a multi instrumentalist and composer, As a co-founder of Ignite Nexus, Pedersen is at the forefront of creating inclusive, authentic cultural experiences through innovative services in consulting, coaching, and media production. Thomas Sage Pedersen is not just a name but a force driving positive change and community empowerment.
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Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
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Santa Cruz, California United States 95060
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Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
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Verve Coffee
Scott Joly
Pacific Cookie Company
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