Back in the day, you would only be in the loop

if you were literate, educated, rich, and a man.

Good thing times have changed.

The internet has made sharing ideas a breeze.

And no one is doing it better than TED.

No, not you, Ted!

I'm talking about the non-profit organization

that's big on spreading awesome ideas.

Twice a year, TED holds this conference,

where thought leaders from around the world

give some mind-blowing talks.

Then TED sticks them online so you can watch them for free.

Volunteers translate the videos, which means anyone can

be inspired by the likes of Bill Gates, Malcolm Gladwell or Jane Goodall.

So what is TEDx?

TEDx is a way for you to run a mini TED-style event in your own town,

hold talks around issues that matter to your community,

free from corporate, political and religious agendas.

So take part! Don't stop watching videos at TED.com,

keep an eye for your nearest TEDx events and

if you are up to it, apply to start your own.

TED. Ideas worth spreading.