Pool Trick Shots
There's pool sharks, but Florian 'Venom' Kohler is more of a pool snake. The billards legend lends his abilities to the Dude Perfect crew for a trick shot explosion, and no balls are off limits.
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The Art of Listening
It's a long journey from an idea, to a song, to a record, to your stereo or phone or car, and finally — to your ears. From the makers of instruments to composers, producers, and engineers, the fingerprints of hundreds of people are indelibly stamped on the music we hear. The Art of Listening goes in-depth with the people who make music happen every day for the listening public.
Trappist-1 Exoplanet System
Just 40 light-years away, NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope has just discovered seven rocky Earth-like planets orbiting the star TRAPPIST-1. Of the seven, at least three appear to be in the habitable zone — meaning liquid water could be found on the surface. If any of these planets also carry oxygen and methane in their atmospheres, the presence of life is highly likely, making your alien dreams closer to a reality. In 2018, NASA plans on launching the James Webb Space Telescope to futher measure the chemical fingerprints of these exoplanets.
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London Sock Co. Simply Trainer Socks
London Sock Company's Classic Trainer socks are lightweight, breathable Scottish Lisle cotton essentials built for comfort and style. This 12-pair set offers versatile colors with subtle ribbing and logo detail, perfect for slipping into trainers while keeping a polished, understated look.
Presented by London Sock Co.
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Nuun Tablets
Nuun leveled up its game with a trio of effervescent tablets built for every kind of sweat and stress. Nuun Zero Sugar delivers everyday hydration without the sugar, offering five essential electrolytes in a clean, vegan formula that dissolves fast and keeps you glowing. Nuun Sport is the heavy-hitter for workouts—re-optimized electrolytes, faster dissolve time, non-GMO certification, and flavors that cover you during serious sweat sessions. And when your immune system needs backup, Nuun Immunity steps in with botanicals, antioxidants, anti-inflammatories, plus electrolytes, for everyday defense in flavors like Blueberry Tangerine and Orange Citrus. Pick your version and turn hydration into performance, wellness, or both.
Presented by Nuun.
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The Composition of MLK's I Have a Dream
Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" speech stands as one of the greatest achievements of oration since Lincoln's Gettysburg Address. In the shadow of that same president, Dr. King delivered the words that broke open the floodgates to the civil rights reforms of the 1960s. Nerdwriter goes line-by-line-through Dr. King's speech, showing how the great mind composed one of the most memorable works in modern history.
How to Rock on an Ancient Instrument
Just because an instrument was invented over 1400 years ago doesn't mean the music has to be. In Seoul, South Korea, Luna Lee plays the most traditional of Korean instruments — the gayageum — with a twist: covering classic rock songs. Luna has risen to fame with covers of Nirvana, Jimi Hendrix, and Queen.
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Out of Office: The Aria
The AAA Five Diamond Award-winning Aria Resort and Casino remains one of the premiere spots on the Strip. Comprised primarily of two 50-story curvilinear glass towers, the stunning architecture is matched inside by an upscale, modern vibe, a subtle vanilla scent, and enough dining and amenity options to make it a one-stop destination. Get the octopus at Carbone, enjoy a cigar in the high rollers room, and always double down.
Presented by MGM.
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Hydrow Arc Rower
The Hydrow Arc Rower is the next-gen, high-intensity upgrade in Hydrow's smart rower lineup—built for those who demand more from cardio. It features a larger 24-inch rotating HD display, electromagnetic drag resistance adjustable from 50-300 (with certain levels designed to mimic water) and a premium sound setup for immersive, stat-trackable workouts. The Arc retains the same structural robustness as its siblings—supporting up to 375 lbs, built with aluminum and steel frames—and elevates the experience with sharper visuals and upgraded performance tuning. It's Hydrow's premium choice for full-body training at home. Enjoy $100 off with code UNCRATE.
Presented by Hydrow.
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Tales from the Crypt
Get ready, boils and ghouls: the Cryptkeeper is coming back. You can't die twice, and the iconic host of the original HBO series Tales from the Crypt is about to make a comeback. Director M. Night Shyamalan will help the reboot when it comes to TNT as part of their 2017 Horror Block.
Hollywood's Science Hotline
Hollywood is great at making movies, but not so great at accurately portraying science and scientific concepts. While we don't want our flying superheroes subject to the reality of gravity, some of Hollywood's attempts at science in film shatter our suspension of disbelief. But hope is not lost — the last several years have seen a resurgence in science fiction and writers and directors that want as much scientific realism as possible. Vox looks at the Science and Entertainment Exchange, a consulting service that connects writers and scientists with the goal of sprinkling our science fiction with a little more science fact.
