You've heard about slow food. Now here's slow ... TV? In this very funny talk, Norwegian television producer Thomas Hellum shares how he and his team began to broadcast long, boring events, often live -- and found a rapt audience. Shows include a 7-hour train journey, an 18-hour fishing expedition and a 5.5-day ferry voyage along the coast of Norway. The results are both beautiful and fascinating. Really.

Thomas Hellum: The world's most boring television ... and why it's hilariously addictive

The world's most boring television ... and why it's hilariously addictive

Norway's NRK broadcasts a 7-hour train journey, captivating over a million. This 'Slow TV' redefines engagement, focusing on the journey.

Slow TV's appeal lies in its real-time, unedited coverage, allowing viewers to craft their own narratives from prolonged scenes.

Norway's 'National Firewood Night' and an 8-hour knitting show challenge conventional TV, proving even mundane tasks can enthrall millions.