It's really easy to throw a lot of money at a guitar or bass. But much like having a supercar doesn't make you a race car driver, dropping thousands on a bass doesn't make you Bootsy Collins — it's all in your hands. Davie504 puts a $100, $700, and $10,000 bass guitars to the test, and not surprisingly, it's the player that makes all the difference.
True Detective and Se7en thrive in the darkness of their characters, setting, and plot. But by the end, both the HBO series and the film reveal a surprising capacity for hope and change in their characters. This episode of Lessons from the Screenplay compares True Detective and Se7en to show how their characters find the light while swimming in darkness.
With all the recipes and cooking videos available on the internet and the rise of bacon flavored everything, finding out how to make yours back at home takes some research. The good news is that it can be done, and it isn't terribly difficult. Free to Cook shows you how to make the best cut of pork in the comfort of your own kitchen.
Tap water contamination is one of the biggest issues facing Americans today due to deteriorating infrastructure and inadequate regulation. Over 95% of tap water tested in the US was contaminated with carcinogens and is getting worse, enter Rorra. Their new 2.5 Gallon Countertop System is built using medical-grade stainless steel and features a proprietary Enfinity™ Filter (Electrokinetic Nanofiber Filtration) to target and reduce a wide spectrum of harmful contaminants such as PFAS, Lead, Microplastics and many others. Their filters are engineered and made in the USA and last for 200 gallons per filter (or 90 days of normal use). The system features a convenient indicator system to let you know when the filter needs to be changed or when you need to add more water. Designed to last for decades and is ready to use out of the box — no installation, electricity, plumbing, or handyman needed. Tap into clean water with Rorra today.
Sockwell redefines comfort and style with sustainable, high-quality merino wool socks proudly made in the USA. Using American-made Repreve® recycled nylon in the production of 100% of its Merino and Alpaca wool blends, Sockwell emphasizes eco-conscious innovation alongside premium craftsmanship. From compression socks for active lifestyles to everyday comfort and specialized relief solutions, Sockwell offers a versatile range of products crafted from locally sourced natural fibers to meet all your needs. Ensuring a perfect fit and reliable support with every step, these socks combine functionality with style featuring vibrant patterns, trending colors, and various lengths.
From Snowpiercer director Bong Joon Ho comes a different kind of monster movie. Unlike the traditional destructive creatures, crushing buildings and creating mass hysteria, this animal is more of a gentle giant. He's being kept safe by a young girl in South Korea's Gangwon Province, but one corporation will stop at nothing to get it. Directed by Bong Joon-ho, Okja stars Ahn Seo-hyun, Tilda Swinton, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Paul Dano. The film comes to Netflix June 28, 2017.
If it weren't for the all the films made in basements and on kitchen tables by LEGO fans, The LEGO Movie as we know it wouldn't exist. The look, feel, and "is it stop-motion or CGI?" all came from passion projects of amateur LEGO films. Vox looks at the history of LEGO fan films and how Animal Logic, the studio behind The LEGO Movie, used them for inspiration.
Canadian Down & Feather Company takes comfort seriously. The self-proclaimed sleep enthusiasts are masters in anything down and feather, including duvets, pillows, mattress toppers, and cushions. All of their products are ethically sourced and crafted to the highest standards. They have a wide variety of options to suit all sleep styles and feature an expert, personalized service to help navigate the options. On top of that, the company is dedicated to environmentally-conscious production with Carbonzero Certified operations that offset the carbon emissions generated by their facility. So prepare for hibernation season and turn your sleep space into a cozy sanctuary with one, or all, of their products. Enjoy up to 30% during their holiday sale.
Designed in-house and crafted in their family-owned and -operated leather tannery and factories, Moral Code's selection of handcrafted footwear, bags, and accessories is built to last. They're also built ethically as certified by Social Accountability International (SAI) for production and employment practices. During their Cyber Monday, select timeless styles are up to 50% off, making them easy on your conscious and your wallet.
Neo Magazin Royale is a German satirical late night talk show hosted by Jan Böhmermann, and has one of the biggest bands in late night TV. The 15-piece orchestra is headed by rapper Dendemann, and features a rotating cast of musicians. This amazing cover of Daft Punk's "Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger" wasn't even for the live TV show — it was a band warm up in front of the live audience.
It was the first shot in a war that could undermine the most highly prized value in the United States Constitution: Freedom of speech. When Gawker leaked the Hulk Hogan sex tape, billionaire Silicon Valley entrepreneur Peter Thiel saw his chance to get back at the publication for a slight against nine years prior. Thiel financially backed the Hogan in the lawsuit and crushed Nick Denton's Gawker into bankruptcy. Nobody Speak looks at the super rich and efforts among them to stifle speech by buying the press.