David Northbird, right, and his son David Northbird Jr., perform a drum song Thursday during Bemidji State’s third annual TAD Talks. The event, which is hosted by the university’s School of Technology, Art and Design, featured a keynote address by Ted Takasaki and eight speakers. Takasaki is a member of the International Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame and past president of Lindy Fishing Tackle Co. TAD Talks, modeled after the famous TED Talks series, is a multi-disciplinary event featuring presentations offering insight into issues involving technology, creativity, innovation and the entire process of life. (Maggi Stivers | Bemidji Pioneer)