With a CV as impressive as Clint Smith’s, it’s hard to believe he’s done it all before hitting 30. And yet he has—and Forbes has noticed, placing him in the ranks of the top 30 under 30 Media standouts for 2018. We’re certainly excited to see Smith get further recognition for his award-winning work as a teacher, poet,  author, and speaker.

Let’s take this opportunity to re-watch his excellent TED Talk, The Danger of Silence, which you can click to view above.