20 Facts About The Muppets
Kermit and Miss Piggy take over Mental Floss to bring you some little known facts about The Muppets.
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The Void Gaming Theme Park
Pick your jaw up off the floor. They're building a holodeck in Utah.
Recording The Doctor Who Theme
A look at how composer Ron Grainer's theme was made using very early electronic music.
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Skechers Boots & Trail Shoes
Skechers is known for their comfortable, casual shoes, but they also make shoes suitable for the great outdoors. Their lineup of boots and trail shoes are crafted with water-resistant materials and rugged outsoles, with designs that range from slip-resistant, toe-protecting work boots to traction-focused sneakers. No matter the style, they all feature the brand's signature Air-Cooled Memory Foam insole for all-day comfort.
Presented by Skechers.
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Hydrow Connected Rowing Machine
Rowing machines engage 86% of your muscles and can burn up to 400 calories in just 20 minutes. Hydrow might be the best rower in the world, combining those workout benefits into a sleek new tech-savvy machine. Hydrow is made with commercial-grade components, with a 10-roller smooth gliding seat, and has been tested to last for over 3 million cycles. It also features a 22" HD touchscreen monitor with a hi-fi speaker for over 5,000 workouts led by Olympians and world-class athletes, stretching beyond rowing to cover HIIT, circuit training, yoga, and more. From 11/8-11/14, shoppers can enjoy $400 off the Pro and $200 off the Wave as part of Hydrow's BFCM Preview Sale.
Presented by Hydrow.
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The Fermi Paradox
An explanation for the lack of aliens in your life.
BB-8 Flaming Bagpipe Star Wars Theme
This guy is definitely doing his part to keep Portland weird.
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Melin Thermal Cold-Weather Hat Collection
Sweaters, long pants, coats — when you bundle up this winter, don't neglect your dome. Melin's Thermal Collection has a hat in every style, ruggedly constructed for protection against the cold. Melin hats are engineered to keep you comfortable and warm without the bulk. Cutting-edge materials trap heat while remaining lightweight, breathable, and water-resistant. A variety of shapes make it easy to find the right fit for the perfect blend of style and performance.
Presented by Melin.
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KilgourMD Prevention Scalp Serum
The best way to stop hair loss is to catch ti before it starts. KilgourMD's Prevention Scalp Serum is the first line of defense, fortifying hair follicles and preventing them from shrinking to keep full-looking hair. Prevention Scalp Serum helps block the hormone DHT that triggers hair thinning while helping to protect against environmental and age-related damage.
Presented by KilgourMD.
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Hand Drawn Logos
Seb Lester renders these perfect freehand logos with a calligraphy pen.
