Why we need kitchen table conversations | Pat Nogar | TEDxApexWomen

In her TEDx talk, Pat Noger explores how gathering around a table can be a profound catalyst for connection, healing, and community building. Drawing on personal stories and research, she reveals how shared spaces cultivate trust, deepen relationships, and foster a sense of belonging in an increasingly digital and isolated world. Whether it’s a family dinner, a community meeting, or a casual coffee with friends, she illustrates the transformative potential of intentional gatherings and how we can reclaim the power of togetherness. Tune in to discover practical ways to create connection and community—one table at a time.

Pat Nogar has built her career working in communications across various industries -the political arena, transportation, public relations, environmental engineering and health care. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business, is the recipient of a Coro Fellowship in Public Affairs, an alumnus of Leadership Main Line, a commissioned Kentucky Colonel, a Penn State Extension Master Gardener and a member of Les Dames D’Escoffier, an international philanthropic organization of women leaders in the food, beverage and entertainment industries. Today, through her company “Living Well With Pat Nogar”, she works in various areas of lifestyle, sharing her expertise across multiple settings. Pat is a change maker who is impacting lives in many ways –culturally, socially and with meaning. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx