In the video, a man is standing on a stage in front of a large screen. He is wearing a black shirt and khaki pants. The man is holding a small object in his hands and appears to be speaking to the audience. The stage has a large red sign with the word "TED" on it, indicating that this is a TED Talk event. The background of the stage features a large screen displaying a colorful abstract pattern. The man seems to be engaging with the audience, possibly discussing a topic related to the event.