Elise Hu

Elise Hu

Keynote Speaker: Host of "TED Talks Daily" Podcast, Expert on Beauty and Culture, Former NPR Journalist & Author of "Flawless"

Elise Hu Biography

Elise Hu is a journalist, podcaster, author and host of TED Talks Daily, the flagship podcast from TED conferences, which features thought-provoking ideas on every subject imaginable.

Hu spent nearly a decade at NPR, appearing regularly on flagship shows such as "All Things Considered" and "Morning Edition," filing stories from more than a dozen countries as an international correspondent, and opening the organization’s Seoul bureau in 2015. Her experiences in Seoul inspired her debut nonfiction book, "Flawless: Lessons in Looks and Culture from the K-Beauty Capital," a nonfiction exploration of beauty, consumerism, and womanhood. "Flawless" was named among the Best Books of 2023 by Vox and was a recipient of Porchlight’s 2023 Best Business Book Awards.

Hu is also the co-founder of an LA-based podcast production company, Reasonable Volume. She previously worked as a TV correspondent at VICE News and has for many years been a host-at-large for the radio and digital network NPR, including exploring the future through a video show, "Future You, with Elise Hu." She joined NPR in 2011 after helping launch the digital news startup, The Texas Tribune, where she oversaw video, the flagship podcast and reported for their partners at The New York Times. Previously, she worked as a television reporter in Texas, South Carolina and Missouri.

An honors graduate of the University of Missouri-Columbia’s School of Journalism, Hu's work has earned a duPont-Columbia award, a Gannett Foundation Award for Innovation in Watchdog Journalism, a National Edward R. Murrow award for best online video, a Gracie Award for hosting, and a Webby award for podcasting. She is a board member at Grist and a member of the Council on Foreign Relations.

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Elise Hu Speaking Topics

Women’s empowerment and leadership

Future technologies and society

Beauty and aesthetic culture

Visual culture and impacts on women

East Asian culture and business

Elise Hu Videos

Elise Hu - Hosting Reel
Elise Hu - Asia Society
Elise Hu - TED Audio Collective

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What topics does Elise Hu speak about?

Elise Hu is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as TED, Journalism, Podcast Hosts, Authors, Beauty, Culture, Social Activism, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Social Media and Women's Empowerment.

Where does Elise Hu travel from?

Elise Hu generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Elise Hu?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Elise Hu for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Elise Hu for your next private or corporate function.

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Elise Hu is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including TED, Journalism and Podcast Hosts. The estimated speaking fee range to book Elise Hu for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Elise Hu generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Helen Zia, Michelle Li and Sharon Gai. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Elise Hu for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 25/10/2024.

Elise Hu Speaking Topics

  • Women’s empowerment and leadership

  • Future technologies and society

  • Beauty and aesthetic culture

  • Visual culture and impacts on women

  • East Asian culture and business

Elise Hu Videos

Elise Hu - Hosting Reel
Elise Hu - Asia Society
Elise Hu - TED Audio Collective
  • How do I book Elise Hu to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Elise Hu for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Elise Hu, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Elise Hu or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Elise Hu for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Elise Hu, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Elise Hu are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Elise Hu, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Elise Hu speak about?

    Elise Hu is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as TED, Journalism, Podcast Hosts, Authors, Beauty, Culture, Social Activism, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Social Media and Women's Empowerment.
  • Where does Elise Hu travel from?

    Elise Hu generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Elise Hu?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Elise Hu for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Elise Hu for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Elise Hu or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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