Hawking's Visit

Another quick note, just to make sure everyone remembers: check out a full webcast of Stephen Hawking's Berkeley lecture from this past Tuesday, on the origins of the universe. The man is truly incredible for the feats he has achieved.

And here's an inspirational look into his life. Choice words:

One's voice is very important. If you have a slurred voice, people are likely to treat you as mentally deficient: Does he take sugar? This synthesiser is by far the best I have heard, because it varies the intonation, and doesn't speak like a Dalek. The only trouble is that it gives me an American accent.