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St. Vincent Tiny Desk Concert
St. Vincent is known for her loud and electric arrangments so when she showed up at the NPR offices with just an acoustic guitar, it was a surprise to just about everyone. The singer performed stripped down versions of three singles off her latest album Masseduction for her Tiny Desk Concert.
Vince Carter's Top 10 Dunks
It's Vince Carter's 41st birthday — and his 19th year in the NBA. Named Rookie of the Year in 1999, Vince has played his way into the Hall of Fame, the Olympics, and the playoffs. The man that gave us Vinsanity took a second to break down the 10 best dunks of his epic career.
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Skechers SKX REIGN 2.0
Built for a quick first step and explosive takeoffs, the Skechers SKX Reign 2.0 brings performance-focused tech to the hardwood in a clean white and blue colorway. The low-top pairs a durable mesh and synthetic upper with a dual-density HYPER BURST midsole for responsive cushioning, a full-length carbon-infused plate for added propulsion, and a Goodyear performance outsole engineered for grip and durability. Part of Skechers' growing basketball lineup, the SKX Reign 2.0 is ready for tip-off and backed by pros like Julius Randle.
Presented by Skechers.
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Luca Faloni Denim Shirt
Luca Faloni's Classic Denim Shirt gives a refined Italian treatment to one of menswear's most dependable staples. Made in Northern Italy from robust 100% Italian cotton denim, the shirt pairs a clean button-up silhouette with a signature Paramontura one-piece collar, Australian mother-of-pearl buttons, and a rounded hem. It's pre-washed to prevent future shrinkage and available in slim or regular fits, making it equally suited to wearing on its own or layered through the seasons. Available in six colors, the Classic Denim Shirt brings Luca Faloni's understated approach to a piece that needs little embellishment to work almost anywhere.
Presented by Luca Faloni.
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The Amazon Spheres
Working for one of the biggest tech companies on the planet has its perks. Employees at Amazon's headquarters in Seattle now have a lush oasis in the middle of the city to get away from the office. Called the Spheres, the geodesic domes house 400 species of plants and meeting areas in the most Zen workspace you could imagine. With areas like the bird's nest and Ruby, a 50-foot tall tree that was brought from California, the Spheres add another landmark to a city known for them.
How to Define an Act with the Avengers
A tale in three acts — that simple structure has been the basis for Hollywood since at least 1979 when it was popularized by Syd Field in his book Screenplay: The Foundations of Screenwriting. Shakespear preferred five acts in his (or their) classics. But what actually defines an act? This episode of Lessons From the Screenplay digs deep in the most basic of movie nuts and bolts to find the answer — or if it even matters.
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John Williams Conducting Star Wars: The Last Jedi
The Star Wars theme song is the most recognizable in movie history. Composed by legendary film conductor John Williams, the big orchestra sound has been giving fans chills of excitement as the read through the opening crawk since 1977. In this behind-the-scenes clip, he leads the Hollywood Freelance Studio Symphony as they perform the iconic score for The Last Jedi.
Will Ferrell's SNL Audition
In 1995, Will Ferrell joined the cast of Saturday Night Live. He revived the show with impersonations of George W. Bush, James Lipton, and as one-half of the Spartan cheerleading duo. But before that, he was a member of The Groundlings trying to get a spot on SNL. In this vintage footage, Ferrell auditions with some of his now-famous characters Harry Caray and Senator Ted Kennedy and the rest is all history.
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Advance Auto Parts Oil Change Bundle
A little routine maintenance goes a long way. Advance Auto Parts makes the next oil change easier with a wide selection of motor oils, filters, and maintenance essentials from brands like Mobil 1, Castrol, Valvoline, Pennzoil, and Royal Purple. Whether you're topping off a daily driver or prepping a high-mileage vehicle for the road ahead, its range of conventional, full synthetic, and extended-performance oils has you covered. Right now, buy five quarts of any motor oil to get a free Carquest oil filter and save an additional $10 by mail. Build a bundle with compatible oil and filters online, then pick up eligible orders in as little as 30 minutes.
Presented by Advance Auto Parts.
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Art of Giovanni Classic Bundle
Giovanni's Classic Bundle brings the essentials of a streamlined men's grooming routine together in one set. The $40.96 Art of Giovanni bundle includes a 2-in-1 Daily Shampoo & Conditioner with ginseng and eucalyptus, a Daily Cleansing Body Bar, Strong Hold Hair Styling Gel, and Styling Hair Clay, covering everything from the morning shower to finishing a style. Built around Giovanni's salon-inspired approach to grooming, the collection pairs botanical ingredients with performance-focused formulas designed to keep the routine simple without sacrificing results.
Presented by Art of Giovanni.
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Breaking Bad Writers Take A Look Back
Breaking Bad premiered on January 20, 2008. More than likely it was and still is your favorite television show of all time. On its tenth anniversary, the writers and show's creator Vince Gilligan reunite to take a look back at the series and reflect on what working on the show taught them.
Mixing Clay at Aardman Studios
When you're making full-length stop-motion films, you need a lot of clay — tons of it. At Aardman Studios, Jay Smart is the master of the medium. Shoots can take over a year and a half, and the clay colors have to be consistent, which isn't how it comes from the supplier. Jay walks Adam through the process of mixing and matching clay for animation.
