Francis Ford Coppola on Solitude
Francis Ford Coppola has a few things on his mind. In this 1996 interview, The Godfather director talked about mosquitos, elevator death games, and the benefits of being alone.
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Life-Size Lego 1964½ Ford Mustang
Weighing in at 1,712 pounds, this 1964½ Ford Mustang replica is made entirely of Legos. The 194,900-piece classic took 1,200 hours to assemble and measures 15 feet long, 6 feet wide, and over 4 feet tall. Unlike the life-size LEGO vehicles before it, this one includes a virtual horn and the sounds of a real Mustang engine, as well as working headlights and taillights.
SolarCity
Ta'u has an electricity problem. Located in American Samoa, the island has been using diesel generators to produce energy for its grid — at massive cost. Each generator burns approximately 110,000 gallons of fuel per year, and shipping anything to the remote location is expensive. Tesla partnered with the island to build a solar generating plant that fulfills all the islands needs, and is one of the most advanced electrical grids in the world.
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Sockwell Socks
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.
Presented by Sockwell.
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OOFOS OOcoozie Thermo Mule
Treat your tired feet to the ultimate aprés recovery this winter with the OOcoozie Thermo Mule from OOFOS. The patented impact-absorbing OOfoam™ footbed goes beyond comfort to reduce stress on the body. Paired with a quilted, Primaloft upper for insulated warmth this modern mule is deal for sliding on when lounging around the house, warming up after a cold-weather run, or just running errands.
Presented by OOFOS.
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24 Hours at the World's Best BBQ
The title of "Best BBQ in the World" is pretty subjective — we all have our own idea of what's best. For Bon Appetit deputy editor Andrew Knowlton, the best BBQ in the world is Franklin's Barbecue in Austin, Texas. Andrew loves it so much, he spent 24 hours working there, and documented the entire day.
How China Is Changing Hollywood
With strict guidelines and restrictions on foreign films, obtaining a piece of China's box office revenue is no easy feat. Studios can either share their revenue, co-produce with a Chinese company, or pay a flat-rate fee to get their films through, but the country still only allows 34 films in. To ensure their films make it on the screens, Hollywood will change locations, characters, and even scripts to depict China in a positive light.
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Camp Snap Screen-Free Camera
Back before screen-sporting digital cameras existed, you had to wait to see the photos you'd taken. The Camp Snap Camera aims to return to this simpler time with a vintage-style, screen-free build. It has only a shutter button and flash selector switch for controls and uses an 8-megapixel sensor and LED flash to capture film-like photos. The rechargeable battery can take 500 photos per charge and the camera can hold 2,000 photos at a time; they can be offloaded via USB-C or SD card. Thanks to its sturdy build and simple design, the camera is extremely rugged, and offers no distractions, leaving you free to enjoy the moment.
Presented by Camp Snap.
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Joyful Co. Holiday Gift Boxes
Whether you're saying thanks with a Grateful Box, sharing the celebration with a Thirsty Box, or sharing your feelings with a Loved Box, Joyful Co. has a curated selection of gifts ready to send this holiday season. Each signature box features exclusive items, including teas, snacks, candles, skincare, and more. For the holidays, they're offering 35% off site-wide, from December 1st through December 31st, 2024 — making it the perfect time to explore their premium gift collections. Whether you're sending it to a loved one far away or getting it delivered to your home for sharing with someone local, you'll enjoy free shipping and a 100% happiness guarantee.
Presented by Joyful.
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Evolution of the F1 Steering Wheel
From a simple wood-and-metal circle to the ergonomic square packed with buttons, the steering wheel has went from just turning the wheels to the nerve center of modern race cars. The basic function of the wheel hasn't changed, but what's now asked to do has changed radically since the introduction of the automobile.
Alpha Jetman
The jetpack is no longer the stuff of science fiction and James Bond. Together with the French aerobatic team Patrouille de France, Yves Rossy, Vincent Reffet and Fred Fugen perform an amazing choreographed demonstration flight. Flying with eight jets, the three Jetmen have no problem keeping in tight formation with France's air demonstration team.
