From the heart of the Speaker Slam® community came a story of resilience, courage, and hope. In September 2023, When Hope Breaks Through, a documentary featuring Speaker Slam® champion Mike Shoreman, premiered at the COMMFFEST Global Community Film Festival at the Jane Mallett Theatre in Toronto.
The documentary captures Mike's indomitable spirit and sheds light on the broader mental health crisis. Watch the trailer.
Rallying the Community
Speaker Slam® had cheered for Mike on its stage, and the community rallied behind him again for the premiere. As the announcement to the community put it, this was not only about celebrating Mike's achievements. It was about championing the cause of mental health and showing what happens when one of us shines: we all shine brighter together.
Mike went on to deliver a TEDx talk in 2024. Read about it in Mike Shoreman's TEDx Talk Debut.