July 2012 Wins
Let's take a break from the smashed cartilage and broken femurs to enjoy the people (and pets) who made it out of July as winners.
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KFC Loves Gays
Colonel Sanders (John Goodman) wants your gay business, plus they've got those bowls.
Bane's Voice Before and After
Like many of us, during your viewing of The Dark Knight Rises you may have found yourself saying "Excuse me, Mr. Bane. Could you please repeat that?" Well, that was actually the re-recorded, clear version. Here's a side-by-side comparison of the December 2011 IMAX Prologue with the film's final cut.
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Augustinus Bader Retinol Serum
Augustinus Bader's The Retinol Serum rethinks traditional retinol treatments with a formula designed to deliver visible skin renewal without the irritation that often comes with high-performance vitamin A products. Powered by the brand's proprietary TFC8 technology alongside pure retinol, the lightweight serum targets fine lines, wrinkles, uneven texture, blemishes, and hyperpigmentation while supporting hydration and overall skin balance. The result is a more refined approach to retinol, one engineered to improve clarity, firmness, and smoothness without compromising the skin barrier in the process.
Presented by Augustinus Bader.
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Frasé Skincare Collection
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
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Put Zombies Back On TV
They may take our lives, but they'll never take our zombies! Since Dish Network dropped AMC from their lineup, AMC dropped a hoard of brain-craving walkers in the middle of New York CIty. Help put zombies back where they belong.
Dark Side of the Rainbow
Pink Floyd's 1973 album The Dark Side of the Moon perfectly synced with the classic 1939 film The Wizard of Oz.
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The Mp3 Experiment Nine
Improv Everywhere's latest mission had over 4,000 willing participants face off in an epic Super Soaker showdown on Governors Island in New York City.
Boardwalk Empire Season 3 Trailer
A masterfully made trailer for the HBO series that reveals absolutely nothing. Season 3 of Boardwalk Empire begins September 16, 2012.
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Duke Cannon Father's Day Gift Guide
Duke Cannon's Father's Day lineup leans into the brand's familiar formula of oversized grooming essentials, military-inspired packaging, and unapologetically rugged scent profiles, but beneath the tongue-in-cheek attitude sits a genuinely practical collection of daily-use upgrades. The gift guide ranges from heavyweight Big Ass Bricks of Soap and bourbon-forward beard care to colognes, tactical shower bundles, and shave kits built for dads who prefer utility over luxury-brand vanity. Everything arrives wrapped in Duke Cannon's signature blue-collar aesthetic, balancing humor with legitimately solid formulations made for hard-working skin, dry hands, and low-maintenance routines. It is less about reinventing grooming and more about turning everyday basics into something that feels giftable, durable, and distinctly masculine.
Presented by Duke Cannon.
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Brixton Board Shorts Collection
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.
Presented by Brixton.
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Beauty Is Embarrassing Trailer
From Pee Wee's Playhouse to the Smashing Pumpkins, painter/sculpter/cartoonist/puppeteer/set designer/art direct/animator/illustrator Wayne White has been creating artwork so beautiful it hurts our feelings for nearly 30 years. His self-narrated documentary follows his life and current times, struggling to balance his work and his art. Check the film's site for a screening near you.
U.S. Olympic Team Tribute To Muhammad Ali
A goosebump-inducing tribute to the boxing great produced by remixing master Steve Porter. The video was created to honor Muhammad Ali as the special guest at Team USA's 2012 Benefit Gala hosted at USA House.
