TED website

File this one under "websites we love"... my sister recently discovered the TED website and reminded me about it. You really have to surf the site to "get" it, but here's a synopsis from the website:

"TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, Design. It started out (in 1984) as a conference bringing together people from those three worlds. Since then its scope has become ever broader.
The annual conference now brings together the world's most fascinating thinkers and doers, who are challenged to give the talk of their lives (in 18 minutes).
This site makes the best talks and performances from TED available to the public, for free. More than 200 talks from our archive are now available, with more added each week."


It's mandate?
"Spreading ideas. We believe passionately in the power of ideas to change attitudes, lives and ultimately, the world. So we're building here a clearinghouse that offers free knowledge and inspiration from the world's most inspired thinkers, and also a community of curious souls to engage with ideas and each other."


Be warned, though: a quick surf can turn into an hours-long exploration for those with 'curious souls.' Best to visit on a rainy day...

Happy surfing!
Vanessa