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TED is 40 — here's how it all started | Chris Anderson and Richard Saul Wurman
Feb 23, 2024
Chris Anderson chats with Richard Saul Wurman, the visionary founder of TED and an innovator in information design. They celebrate TED's 40-year evolution from a small experiment into a global platform for transformative ideas. Richard shares fascinating anecdotes about the conference’s origin, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of its early years, including the launch of the Apple Macintosh. They discuss the importance of storytelling and community in fostering innovation, as well as the ongoing journey of making information accessible and encouraging lifelong learning.
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- TED conferences blend technology, entertainment, and design for innovative impact.
- TED prioritizes audience engagement and authentic storytelling for impactful talks.
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Founding of TED and Richard Saul Wurman's Background
Richard Saul Wurman discusses his background as an information architect and the inspiration behind founding TED. He explains his journey from architecture to information architecture, highlighting the importance of understanding patterns and visualizing connections between diverse subjects.
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