Cam recently appeared at the TED University of Nevada conference in Reno, Nevada, to deliver a TED Talk and perform some of her songs. During her talk entitled “Life Can Be Tough. Music Can Help.,” Cam spoke to the live audience about the importance of music throughout human history and what makes it essential to our survival. The talk can be seen here.

• Cam also took the stage to perform and share the stories behind her songs “Burning House,” “Runaway Train,” and “Village.” That video can be seen here.