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The cooking classes are really good, especially the Thomas Keller ones. Some of the ones from writers / creative types are interesting just for the insight into
by poulsbohemian 5y ago
The cooking classes are really good, especially the Thomas Keller ones. Some of the ones from writers / creative types are interesting just for the insight into their personalities in a format different from their usual presentation - for example Steve Martin basically talking about being Steve Martin. That said, the vast majority of what's on Masterclass is just fluff. In fact I'd say that as time has gone on, it feels like the subject matter is getting more and more nebulous "Famous person teaches creativity!" Also, at least on my Roku the app has gotten much harder to actually find content and visualize the full scope of what's available.
It ain't glamorous, but I really like Wondrium (formerly The Great Courses). Some of them are clearly quite dated (look like they were filmed 20+ years ago) and the professors don't always have great presentation skills, but the actual content is generally strong.
- suifbwish 5y agoThis is what I’ve noticed about TED talks as well. In the beginning they were amazing. Now amazing is rare. Perhaps it’s just because even amazing becomes boring if you are inundated with it.
- lancesells 5y agoAgreed. Also I think TEDx has a pay-to-speak component which then makes me just ignore anything TED-related.