The direction is right because we all need to improve the web towards Semantic Web which is more meaningful. However, the first round of Semantic Web effort is dead: http://bit.ly/JP3KQO
Now it's the second round. Still the machine intelligence is not comparable with human intelligence. So what I believe is the way we are applying: organize the web with human interaction and automated it with some facilities.
I don't think we suck. It takes time for others to dive into this world. So I'll continue to make this effort and push forward. The problems for yours and mine are also pretty common: UI is not appealing, lacking of data.
I know you are running it for fun. But if there is any chance for us to work together, I think it's the best, because you understand this area and solution so well. Check out my failed Kickstarter project here http://kck.st/JNqv8z and give a try of my existing website: http://bingobo.com. I'll appreciate your feedback.
