On Friday, November 7th, we had the honor of presenting The Journey of Thought at PechaKucha Bermuda Vol. 36, held at the Bermuda Society of Arts (BSOA). The evening was a huge success, bringing together an incredible crowd of creatives and community members for a night of storytelling, reflection, and inspiration.
We are thankful to the PechaKucha Bermuda team for the invitation and for curating such a meaningful platform that celebrates local voices and creativity. Sharing the story behind Thoughts Become Things in this format was both powerful and rewarding, and we are proud to have been part of such an inspiring lineup of presenters.
Read the full press release below for more details about the event.
PRESS RELEASE: PechaKucha’s 36th Storytelling Event On Nov 7
PechaKucha Bermuda announced that its 36th community storytelling event will take place on Friday [Nov 7] at the Bermuda Society of Arts [BSOA] in City Hall.
A spokesperson said, “PechaKucha Bermuda has announced the 36th edition of its popular community storytelling event, taking place on Friday, November 7, 2025, at the Bermuda Society of Arts [BSOA], City Hall.
“Organisers invite the public to enjoy an evening of creativity, reflection, and connection through PechaKucha’s signature 20×20 format — 20 slides shown for 20 seconds each — delivering a fast-paced, engaging storytelling experience that has become one of Bermuda’s favourite community events.
“Doors open at 6:00 PM, with presentations beginning promptly at 7:00 PM. The event is free to attend, and a cash bar will be available throughout the evening to raise funds for the Bermuda Society of Arts.
Featured Presenters — PechaKucha Bermuda Vol. 36 Line-Up
“This edition features a diverse group of presenters sharing unique perspectives across technology, art, inclusion, and the human experience:
Leire Hernandez Ostolaza – “Coded Emotions: How AI Understands Us”
“Explores how artificial intelligence interprets human emotion and what happens when machines begin to mirror our inner worlds.
N.I.A. [Nameless I Am] – “Pain Soliloquy: The Hidden Heart of Pain”
“A poetic reflection on how pain can be a teacher, revealing love and resilience beneath life’s most difficult experiences.
Lee-Anne – “The Natural Educator”
“A journey into the living classroom of the natural world, where curiosity and connection become the heart of learning in spaces called Forest Schools.
Stephan Johnstone – “The Journey of Thought”
“A creative exploration of the making of a short film entitled, Thoughts Become Things, and how imagination transforms ideas into reality.
Lisa Lister Reed – “I Am Not Your Inspiration”
“A candid and moving talk on what it means to live in a world not built for you and why inclusion demands action, not sympathy.
Michael Watson – “The Body’s Inheritance”
“Examines how our bodies carry history, biological, social, and political, revealing how culture, bias, and belief shape who we are.
“In addition to the in-person event, a live stream will be provided courtesy of Spanish Town Entertainment & JROC Communications via YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JROCBDA
“PechaKucha Bermuda is a volunteer-run community event that gives space to local voices and celebrates the art of concise storytelling. Since 2012, it has become a Bermuda favourite, bringing together artists, thinkers, and doers to share ideas in an engaging, visual, and accessible format.
“Part of a global movement that began in Tokyo, Japan, in 2003, PechaKucha events take place in more than 1,200 cities around the world — all following the same 20×20 structure that keeps talks fast-paced, creative, and inspiring.
“For more information, visit: www.pechakucha.com/communities/bermuda.”
