Do you ever get sucked into the realm of digital videos and online platforms, and before you know it, hours pass you by? Whatever your outlet may be, whether it is YouTube, Facebook, or Pinterest, it can be quite easy to get lost in this cybernetic world full of fantasies, knowledge, and absurdities. Especially now, with all of this extra free time in our pockets, it is easier than ever to lose ourselves in endless hours of virtual exploration.
As for myself, my vice is TED talks because I absolutely love learning about relevant, yet unexpected and interesting topics from a wide variety of speakers and guests. If you are unfamiliar with TED, according to their website, it is a nonprofit devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks. It began in 1984 as a conference where Technology, Entertainment and Design converged, and today covers almost all topics — from science to business to global issues — in more than 100 languages.
In other words, no matter what you’re into, it is more than likely that there is at least one TED talk that will pique your interest, if not several. Especially if you are an art geek like myself, there are endless options to choose from, which, again, is why it is so easy to spend hours exploring these different topics.
As if it couldn’t get any better, in addition to live talks, TED also offers podcasts, books, blogs, and a newsletter. If you have an untiring curiosity like me, you will never get bored roaming the world of TED. However, if you are unsure of where to start, let me make a few quick suggestions that won’t disappoint!
As I said before, I am a major art nerd, so one of my favorite talks is How Symbols and Brands Shape Our Humanity by Debbie Millman, who is a total Rockstar in the graphic design world. In addition to art, I also love learning about animals and our environment so another great talk regarding this theme is The Ocean’s Glory – and Horror by Brian Skerry.
From religion to climate change to extraterrestrial life, there is a niche for everyone in the TED world, and I can almost guarantee it won’t disappoint. So, pick a topic, relax, and stick to TED!
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