TED: Pop an ollie and innovate! | Rodney Mullen

The speaker shares his journey from growing up on a farm in Florida to becoming a world champion skateboarder. He discusses the evolution of skateboarding from freestyle to street skating, emphasizing creativity and innovation. The speaker reflects on the importance of community and individuality, drawing parallels between skaters and hackers. He concludes with thoughts on fame, success, and the intrinsic value of creating for the sake of creation.

How did the speaker's knee surgery impact their approach to skateboarding?

Discuss the relationship between individuality and community in skateboarding as presented by the speaker.

What does the speaker mean by saying that fame can be taken off?

What does the speaker suggest is the intrinsic value of creating something?