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.
Built for long days that start in the surf and end somewhere near the bar, Brixton's latest trunk lineup balances heritage styling with modern performance without leaning too hard into either. The Blitz Boardshort is the more aggressive option, a lightweight stretch trunk cut from quick-dry polyester and spandex with a water-repellent finish, invisible zip pocket, drainage eyelet, and bold graphic treatments that push beyond the standard washed-out beach palette. Available in both 19-inch and 21-inch outseams, it is engineered to move cleanly from paddle-outs to pool decks with minimal fuss. Countering it is the Classic Trunk 17", a stripped-back staple with clean lines, minimal branding, and an easy shorter cut that feels rooted in vintage surf culture while still delivering dependable quick-dry performance. Together, the collection hits the sweet spot between technical utility and everyday wearability, exactly where Brixton tends to do its best work.
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Switching wireless carriers has traditionally involved enough friction to keep most people exactly where they are, but T-Mobile is trying to remove that excuse with a streamlined digital process designed to get customers through checkout in 15 minutes or less per line. The experience focuses on speed and simplicity, allowing users to switch online or through the T-Life app while keeping the device they already own. To further lower the barrier, T-Mobile's Keep & Switch program offers up to $800 via virtual prepaid card to help pay off eligible phones when customers make the move, creating a proposition that is equal parts convenience and cost savings.
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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.
Streamlining nutrition down to a single scoop, the Factor Meal Shake is built for efficiency without sacrificing substance. Each serving delivers 30 grams of whey protein, 7 grams of fiber, and a full spectrum of vitamins and minerals, creating a balanced, meal-level profile that supports energy, satiety, and muscle maintenance. Designed to mix in under a minute, it fits into busy routines as easily as a morning coffee, while a clean formula free of artificial flavors and seed oils keeps things straightforward. The result is a no-frills, high-function shake that replaces complexity with consistency, turning daily nutrition into something you can actually keep up with.
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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.
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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.