Strange Powers of the Placebo Effect
A quick look at the placebo effect and how our minds create the medicine, better explaining how Charlie Sheen really did cure himself with his mind.
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How Film Was Made
Part one of a two part series highlighting the interesting process of how film was made as part of Kodak's 1958 documentary.
200 Countries, 200 Years
Using a mere 120,000 numbers, Swedish professor Hans Rosling tells the story of the world in 200 countries, over 200 years, in just four minutes.
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ONNIT Alpha BRAIN Supplements
For high-performers who treat clarity and speed of mind as non-negotiables, Onnit's Alpha BRAIN delivers a focused, caffeine-free edge for those pursuing their full potential. Backed by clinical trials and over 10 million bottles sold, this nootropic supports cognitive performance — boosting memory, mental speed, and executive function with a precise blend of Alpha-GPC, L‑Theanine, Vitamin B6, and Phosphatidylserine. Whether you're strategizing, creating, gaming, or navigating high-stakes moments, Alpha BRAIN promotes alpha wave production and supports acetylcholine levels to keep your mind sharp without the crash. Available in capsules or instant powder for travel, it's a tool that doesn't just power your day — it elevates it.
Presented by ONNIT.
Consult a physician before consuming any new supplement. Any health claims made are solely those of the brand and not those of Uncrate LLC.
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EltaMD UV Sunscreen SPF50
Your face takes the hit — sun, stress, sweat, and screens — and EltaMD's UV Skin Recovery Face Sunscreen is built to defend it all without flinching. Formulated with mineral-based Zinc Oxide and SPF 50, this all-in-one shield offers broad-spectrum protection while instantly calming redness with smart color-correcting tech. Clinically proven to support sensitive and post-treatment skin, it goes beyond basic defense, actively helping to recover the skin barrier after exposure. Lightweight, invisible, and non-irritating, it's the kind of daily armor that works just as hard in the sun as it does under fluorescents.
Presented by EltaMD.
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Gentlemen's Fight Club
Shying away from the first rule of the original Fight Club, the techies of Silicon Valley have a created a remedy for the cubicle existence, and that my friend is Gentleman's Fight Club.
The Skin Gun
The skin gun is a huge advancement in the treatment of burn victims. Although it's still in the experimental stage, it has the ability to simply spay skin cells onto a victim to re-grow skin and heals in little more than an hour.
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Solgar Vitamins
When it comes to longevity, resilience, and clean performance, Solgar has quietly set the gold standard since 1947. Trusted by those who expect more from their supplements, Solgar blends pharmaceutical-grade precision with a holistic, no-compromise ethos that's earned its spot in medicine cabinets worldwide. From the recovery-supporting power of Magnesium Citrate, to the oxygen-boosting benefits of Gentle Iron, and the immune fortification of Quercetin Complex with Ester-C, every formula is crafted for those who see wellness not as a trend — but as a lifestyle.
Presented by Solgar.
Consult a physician before consuming any new supplement. Any health claims made are solely those of the brand and not those of Uncrate LLC.
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Nike C1TY Premium Cordura
Built for pavement, packed trains, and unpredictable forecasts, the Nike C1TY Premium Cordura is urban armor for your feet. Reinforced with abrasion-resistant mesh, suede, and a rugged toe box, it's designed to handle the friction of real street life—whether that's dodging scooters in SoHo or clocking miles through Tokyo alleyways. The dual-stiffness Waffle outsole grips everything from wet subway steps to rooftop lounges, while a cupsole build and flexible foam keep the ride comfortable from sunrise hustle to midnight wind-down. Tap into the rhythm of city living, giving your daily circuit the grip, grit, and style it deserves.
Presented by Nike.
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Why Can't We Walk Straight?
NPR's Robert Krulwich reveals one of life's great unsolved mysteries — why you're doomed to always walk in circles.
The State of Wikipedia
In celebration of its 10th anniversary, JESS3 pays homage to the history and inner-workings of everyone's go-to source for information, Wikipedia.
