
DMF Talks, the Del Mar Foundation’s unique version of TED Talks, draws its speakers from the exceptionally deep bench of locally-based creative, intellectual and scientific leaders. Launched in 2012, DMF Talks aims to entertain, inspire, and inform the Del Mar community through a series of free presentations.
DMF Talks on Video
Due to the strong demand and consistent capacity crowds in the Powerhouse for DMF Talks events, in January 2015 the Del Mar Foundation started a partnership with Del Mar TV to create videos of DMF Talks events for the education and enjoyment of the Del Mar Community and beyond. The Del Mar Foundation presents three to five DMF Talks events per year. Below you will find videos of past DMF Talks events. Due to video production schedules, there is a several month delay between a DMF Talk event and the availability of the video. Please enjoy past DMF Talks while you wait for your favorite recent talk!
In response to the County’s public health order prohibiting public gatherings, the Del Mar Foundation is temporarily hosting virtual DMF Talks via Zoom. We have also created our own YouTube channel where we will post videos of the virtual DMF Talks for those who aren’t able to join the live Zoom event. Click here to view the channel.
Our Lagoon: How Much is it Worth?
May, 2020
Here Comes 5G!
November, 2019
Art, Science & Climate Change
October, 2019
John Jourdane
May, 2019

Heidi Dewar/Nicole Lucas
January, 2019
Susan Kurtik
November, 2018
Kathleen Stoughton
October, 2018
Celeste Cantu
September, 2018
Dr. David Victor
May, 2018
Ryan Kastner
January, 2018
Bill Toone
November, 2017
Daniel Cartamil
October, 2017
Todd Coleman
May, 2017
Erica Ollmann Saphire
January, 2017
Bill Toone
October, 2016
Ajit Varki
September, 2016
Daniel Cartamil
June, 2016
Thomas Deerinck
November, 2015
Allen Shafter
October, 2015
Debi Kilb
September, 2015
Jan Karlseder
June, 2015
Ben Kamin
January, 2015

Helen Thayer
September, 2014

Mary Walshok
June, 2014