Frank Zappa On Fads
Fads are a fact of life in popular music. The fickle, fluid medium can change from one minute to the next. The strange, great, and sometimes utterly bizarre Frank Zappa weighs in on fads in this 1971 interview with Howard Smith.
Fads are a fact of life in popular music. The fickle, fluid medium can change from one minute to the next. The strange, great, and sometimes utterly bizarre Frank Zappa weighs in on fads in this 1971 interview with Howard Smith.
Pogoing has evolved from just catching a few hops in the driveway. In case you're not convinced, here's the proof. Pros Dan Mahoney, Dalton Smith and Nic Patino do flips and jumps you never knew were possible with pogo sticks. The guys take their skills all across Utah, with extreme videographer Devin Super Tramp capturing it all.
You probably spend the majority of you day on a computer of some kind. Our lives practically revolve around them. But there's one component behind those amazing machines that make everything they do possible. In this TED-Ed lesson, Gokul J. Krishnan explains the important role a transistor plays in making our computers do what they do.
Originally released in 1995, the Air Max 95 translated anatomy into footwear, with a midsole inspired by the spine, layered upper panels representing muscle fibers, and laces mimicking the ribs. The Air Max 95 Big Bubble Premium carries that unconventional design into the present with a mix of textile and synthetic leather reinforcing its signature wavy profile. Underfoot, oversized Max Air cushioning pairs with a foam midsole for lightweight comfort, while flex grooves encourage natural movement and a rubber outsole adds everyday durability. Thirty years after turning human anatomy into a running shoe, the Air Max 95 still looks unlike anything else on the pavement.
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London Sock Co.'s Retro Stripe Collection draws from vintage athletic wear, bringing the timeless appeal of retro varsity-inspired stripes into everyday rotation. Knitted from a soft organic cotton blend with a comfortable ribbed construction, the mid-calf socks strike the balance between nostalgic sport styling and modern versatility. Their understated design pairs just as naturally with broken-in denim and suede sneakers as it does with loafers, chinos, or weekend shorts. Produced using carbon-free manufacturing and hand-finished for a refined feel, the Retro Stripe Collection is the finishing touch to a great outfit.
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Jerry rides again in another season of his Crackle web series. Although it's going to be hard to top the POTUS, Seinfeld takes Jim Norton, Margaret Cho, and Judd Apatow out for coffee in a new lineup of classic rides. Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee returns June 16, 2016.
This fan edit of The Shining lets you explore the film in a way never seen before. Shots from the Kubrick classic are digitally stitched together to create a very strange trip through the psychological thriller.
When the dour, cultured sideman to Krusty the Clown finally found his voice, actor Kelsey Grammer gave it to him. A former writer on Cheers began working on The Simpsons, and Kelsey took to hanging around the set, oftentimes to sing songs. Sideshow Bob finally ditched his silent act, and Mr. Grammer had been harboring the perfect voice for years.
Fill your Game of Thrones void this summer with a new HBO comedy. The series follows Danny McBride and Walton Goggins as they go head-to-head be the Principal after Bill Murray's retirement from what must be the most amazing high school ever. The war begins when the first season premieres July 17, 2016.
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. This suede edition pairs the smooth suede with breathable mesh for a layered retro-runner 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 '00s-inspired grooves provides dependable traction. Designed for daily wear, the V5 RNR Suede brings a more refined finish to the Y2K runner while keeping its place firmly in the everyday rotation.
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Nature's Bounty covers the everyday essentials of a well-rounded supplement routine, from Super B-Complex and fish oil to magnesium glycinate, immune support, and formulas designed for stress and mood. Standouts include Super B-Complex with vitamin C, High Absorption Magnesium Glycinate with 240mg per serving, and Immune 24 Hour+ with Ester-C, vitamin D, zinc, elderberry, and echinacea. With a broad range of vitamins, minerals, and targeted supplements, it's a straightforward way to build a more personalized wellness regimen from a trusted name in nutritional supplements.
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The Greatest is gone. Few people, whether politicians, scientists, or social activists, have left such an indelible stamp on a society as Muhammed Ali. Brash and with the skills to back up his words in the ring, Ali challenged nearly every social norm and seat of authority in the United States during his career: His conversion to Islam, refusal to enter the Vietnam draft, the civil rights movement, and even causing friction within the black community itself in the build up to his match with Joe Frazier. He was a boxer, but came to stand for something infinitely larger than a boxing ring.
Grab the tissues and settle in for a good cry. Burger Fiction is about to ruin your day by compiling every great tear-jerking moment in cinematic history into the saddest supercut ever.