First Taste of Chocolate
N'Da Alphonse raises cocao in the Ivory Coast — and never tasted chocolate made from his crops.
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Frozen Pizza Reviewed by Pizza Expert
Professional pizza nerd Scott rips on your favorite frozen pies.
R.P.M. 2
Ryan Fox uses duct tape and a GoPro to capture the movement of a city at night.
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Nike V5 RNR
Not every sneaker has to chase the next big innovation. Sometimes the right choice is the one you reach for every morning. Nike's V5 RNR leans into the layered aesthetics of early-2000s running shoes while prioritizing everyday comfort over race-day performance. A breathable mesh upper paired with synthetic leather overlays deliver a technical look, accented by metallic details and a signature 3D Swoosh. Underfoot, a chunky yet lightweight foam midsole and plush collar cushioning keep long days comfortable, while a rubber outsole with Y2K-inspired grooves provides dependable traction. Designed for daily wear while retaining athletic performance, the V5 RNR proves that retro design still belongs in the everyday rotation.
Presented by Nike.
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CURREX RunPro Insoles
The CURREX RUNPRO proves that one of the most effective running upgrades isn't a new pair of shoes. It is what goes inside them. Developed by German sports scientists and backed by biomechanical research, the performance insole is engineered to improve comfort, stability, and efficiency with every stride. Flexible arch support, a deep decoupled heel cup, and shock-absorbing rebound cushioning work together to reduce fatigue while promoting better power transfer and a more secure fit across a wide range of running shoes. As the top aftermarket insole in U.S. specialty run stores and a leader in Europe, the RUNPRO offers a science-driven way to get more out of every mile.
Presented by CURREX.
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5-Second Summaries with James Franco
James Franco and Jimmy Fallon partake in one of the most unsuccessful Tonight Show games ever.
The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies Teaser Trailer
Here's a taste of what's to come in Peter Jackson's final installment in The Hobbit series. In theaters December 17, 2014.
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Mike Tyson Mysteries
Mike Tyson solves mysteries with a van, a pigeon, an orphan, and a ghost. There is nothing here that isn't awesome.
Lightsaber Sound Design
Ben Burtt tells the story of how he created the sounds of the most visually and auditorily iconic weapon in movie history.
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Uncrate's 100-ish favorite things on Amazon
This is our shortcut to the good stuff on Amazon. It's an ongoing Uncrate-vetted list we'll be adding to and subtracting from. It's your field guide to use before wading through Amazon's millions of mediocre listings. It's our handpicked, battle-tested lineup of the clever, the durable, and the legitimately worth buying. The pieces that punch above their price, hold up in the real world, and never miss. In other words: the Amazon aisle curated by someone with taste.
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Warby Parker Sunglasses
Warby Parker's Summer 2026 Collection embraces the season's spirit of exploration with sunglasses that balance vintage influences and contemporary attitude. The lineup reinterprets classic silhouettes with confident proportions and fresh details, giving familiar shapes a distinctly modern edge. Warm, sun-ready colorways add another layer of personality, lending even the most contemporary frames a timeless, well-traveled feel. Designed to earn their place in long afternoons, beach weekends, and summer road trips alike, the collection proves that great sunglasses do more than block the sun. They set the tone for the season itself.
Presented by Warby Parker
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The Battered Bastards of Baseball
Kurt Russell's dad, actor Bing Russell, started an independent minor league baseball team in the 1970s called the Portland Mavericks. The team went on to become the most successful minor league team in baseball history, and this is the story.
Flying Over Fire
George Kourounis hangs out over the Darvaza flaming gas crater in Turkmenistan, hoping to find clues for extremophile microbes at the bottom of the flaming crater.
