Defy the Monstars
No one takes Blake Griffin's court. Not even the greatest superteam of animated monsters of all time. Griffin and Jimmy Butler are on a mission to take back the court, with a little help from Footlocker, Nike, and Bugs Bunny.
No one takes Blake Griffin's court. Not even the greatest superteam of animated monsters of all time. Griffin and Jimmy Butler are on a mission to take back the court, with a little help from Footlocker, Nike, and Bugs Bunny.
The Grand Tour hosts Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May love cars — but the ones they're used to are a little bit bigger. While the racing isn't exactly fast and furious, the finer points of zero-emissions are discussed, with environmentalist Jeremy Clarkson a big fan of the little electric cars.
Electric motorcycles are nothing new. There are several on the market, and have easily outdone automobiles in bringing zero-emissions vehicles to the masses. But the Johammer J1 looks to be the Tesla of the electric motorcycle market — not just a standard frame with batteries and electric motors, but a complete reimaging of the motorcycle as we know it.
Frasé Skin is an Australian men's skincare brand built for the guys most products overlook: tradesmen and outdoor workers dealing with sun, dust, and grime all day. The line keeps things simple with five essentials, from a hydrating cleanser and heavy-duty exfoliating scrub to a lightweight moisturizer, body wash for breakouts, and blackhead strips. Formulated with proven ingredients like salicylic acid, hyaluronic acid, and natural exfoliants, it focuses on real results without overcomplicated routines or luxury packaging theater.
Presented by Frasé Skin
Whether hauling a trailer through the workweek or tackling the red rock trails surrounding Moab on the weekend, diesel trucks perform best when temperatures stay under control. SPELAB's Intercooler and Piping Collection is designed for select Ford Power Stroke, Dodge Ram Cummins, and GM Duramax platforms, improving airflow between the turbocharger, intercooler, and intake system. The upgraded components help reduce heat soak, minimize boost leaks, and replace aging factory hardware that can restrict performance over time. The collection includes complete intercoolers, intercooler pipe kits, and supporting upgrades tailored to a range of diesel applications. Built for towing, off-road exploration, and everyday driving alike, SPELAB's system helps maintain consistent performance when the engine is working hardest. Save 20% on the collection with code AFF16.
Presented by Spelab.
In the 16th century, Gerardus Mercator created the Mercator projection map. The projection is great for navigating sailing ships using simple tools like a compass, but it fails hard when it comes to representing size — the island of Greenland is nowhere close to being as big as Africa. Vox looks at the difficulties in making a sphere into a flat plane, and why making an accurate map is mathematically impossible.
You should drop what you're doing right now and go watch all the episodes of Actors on Actors. In this particular episode, Michael Shannon and Adam Driver talk for almost half an hour, and the conversations and play between the two is fascinating. The new season of Actors on Actors premieres January 2017.
It's not only Japan's most iconic character, but possibly film's most iconic character. Since his conception in 1954, Godzilla has revolutionized the film industry. But to the people of Japan, he's much more than a movie monster. Kaptain Kristian explores the origins of Gojira and how he has evolved into the Godzilla we know today.
One man, one massive treadmill, and three blank walls. This is all Damien Walters needs to perform some insane stunts. Along with Honda and Channel 4, Damien puts on an innovative retrospective, featuring stunts from classic films.
MetMo brings the fractal vise into the 21st century with a compact design built for precision work. Featuring six independent movements, its fractal jaws conform to objects of virtually any shape, securely gripping delicate components and irregular materials alike. The versatile tool functions as a portable third hand, whether mounted to a workbench, packed into a toolbox, or integrated into a larger workshop setup. Ideal for intricate projects and detailed craftsmanship, the Fractal Vise combines historic engineering with modern manufacturing. Available in black or stainless steel finishes, it offers either 32mm or 82mm jaw openings to accommodate a wide range of tasks.
Presented by MetMo.
Private Label QR turns ordinary household labels into dynamic digital reference points, using durable QR stickers that link physical objects to editable information accessible from any smartphone camera. Once attached to a box, appliance, container, suitcase, or keepsake, each label can store notes, photos, instructions, contact details, or organizational data that can be updated anytime without replacing the sticker itself. The system feels especially useful for the kind of real-world friction most smart-home products ignore, from labeling moving boxes and organizing pantry goods to leaving appliance instructions for Airbnb guests or preserving the stories tied to family heirlooms. With no app required and built-in controls for private, public, or group visibility, the platform lands somewhere between modern inventory management and a digital memory layer for everyday objects.
Presented by PLQR.
Who's looking down on Martin Scorsese? The long shot, the pan, the closeup — they're all there in the films of director Martin Scorsese. And so is the top-down shot. The view of birds, angels, aliens, gods — everyone wants to see what his characters are doing.
It's the pinnacle of evolution — the human hand. It can feel, manipulate, express, and even speak. In a very real sense, hands are what make us human. This short film by Gioacchino Petronicce is an homage to the humble hand, and the inspiration it brings us.