TED talks are my absolute favorite form of edutainment, so when I was invited to speak at a Los Angeles Fred Talk in December, I was one happy Brazilian!
FRED is a TED with Friends. And good food. And sometimes some dogs that you can pet.
Since the event took place on 12.12.12, an important date for those following the Mayan Calendar events, I spoke about “Music for the End Days of the Mayan Calendar.” In a room full of 100+ new Friends, I offered everyone a chance to support the “end days” of greed, and crowdfund the renewal of a rainforest. Passing a hat, we raised enough to plant 20 trees that night.
To hear the 9 minute FredTalk, just click on the picture above or use this link.
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I just found this fabulous blog and feel totally inspired. Thank you for your great work!
Hi Sophie, thank you! I’m connected with Tree Sisters on Facebook and Claire has been keeping up with our work there! Really happy to hear from you. Stay tuned – a new post is coming!!!
Ooh, great news. I have subscribed to your feed and I look forward to reading it. Hugs to you wonderful sister! I’m standing with you.