Some TED talks are really good. Have you listened to any? Look up some on science or technology.
Nope. Seems like some butt-kissing to me.
Are any of these TED-talkers interested in hearing anything I have to say?
No? That's a one-sided relationship and would be damaging to my self-esteem.
Been there, done that, and I'll pass on all that butt-kissing.