The Friend Zone
Don't panic if you're in the Friend Zone with someone you like. Or someone whose signals you totally misinterpreted. Casually Explained casually explains the best steps to get you out of the friend zone.
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Spider-Man 2: Marvel at Its Best
Over the last decade, Marvel has crushed the summer tentpole movie competition. With so many films, is it possible to pick one that stands above all others? Films & Stuff makes a convincing case for Spider-Man 2 being the cream of Marvel's crop.
Roadies Trailer 2
Cameron Crowe is returning to his rock roots with a new Showtime series. The Almost Famous director and producer J.J. Abrams go backstage to shine a light on the people that bring your favorite bands to a city near you. Luke Wilson and Carla Gugino lead the crew of unsung heroes as they travel the United States, one arena at a time. The ten-episode season is set to premiere June 26, 2016.
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Nike Ava X
Running has become more than training for the next finish line. It's sunrise run clubs, destination marathons, and post-run coffee stops that turn a workout into a community. From early coffee meetups in Austin to race weekends across the country, Nike's Ava X is built for the lifestyle surrounding every mile. A lightweight textile upper with synthetic leather accents delivers breathable comfort in a sleek, packable silhouette, while a Cushlon 3.0 midsole provides soft, responsive cushioning for everything from recovery walks to morning shakeout runs. A supportive fit and durable outsole with textured grip round out a sneaker designed to move effortlessly between the run, the café, and wherever the rest of the day leads.
Presented by Nike.
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CURREX RunPro Insoles
The CURREX RUNPRO proves that one of the most effective running upgrades isn't a new pair of shoes. It is what goes inside them. Developed by German sports scientists and backed by biomechanical research, the performance insole is engineered to improve comfort, stability, and efficiency with every stride. Flexible arch support, a deep decoupled heel cup, and shock-absorbing rebound cushioning work together to reduce fatigue while promoting better power transfer and a more secure fit across a wide range of running shoes. As the top aftermarket insole in U.S. specialty run stores and a leader in Europe, the RUNPRO offers a science-driven way to get more out of every mile.
Presented by CURREX.
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Tilt-Shift Telstra 500
Australia's V8 Supercar racing series is known for its fire-breathing cars and colorful drivers. Sydney-based filmmaker Keith Loutit captures the final race of the series with a whole new perspective, giving it the appearance of miniature slot cars on an incredibly detailed diorama.
The Fundamentals of Caring Trailer
Jonathan Evison's 2012 novel is getting the live-action treatment. In this Rob Burnett film, writer turned caretaker Paul Rudd and his first client Craig Roberts bond over Slim Jims and Katy Perry during an impromptu road trip. Somewhere between the World's Biggest Bovine and the World's Deepest Pit, they meet up with runaway Selena Gomez. The indie road trip premiered at Sundance in January and will be released only on Netflix June 24, 2016.
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What Are You?
We like to think of ourselves as one person. But this one person is made up of billions of autonomous cells, dying, being replaced, and performing their various functions with no conscious input from you. You are not actually you. So what are you?
You Are Two
We may have one brain, but that one brain shows signs of having two — intelligences? Consciousnesses? Two distinct personalities? Originally a treatment for seizures, splitting the two hemispheres of the brain seems to release the right hemisphere from its speech-capable overlord.
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adidas Originals Samba
The adidas Originals Samba has earned its place as a timeless streetwear staple by staying true to the design that made it iconic. Born on the soccer field, the silhouette pairs a full-grain leather upper with gritty suede overlays and signature gold foil details for a look that feels both classic and contemporary. A synthetic leather lining enhances comfort, while the gum rubber midsole and durable cupsole provide lightweight cushioning and dependable traction for everyday wear. Sometimes the best updates come from leaving a legend exactly as it is.
Presented by Foot Locker.
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Nike V5 RNR
Not every sneaker has to chase the next big innovation. Sometimes the right choice is the one you reach for every morning. Nike's V5 RNR leans into the layered aesthetics of early-2000s running shoes while prioritizing everyday comfort over race-day performance. A breathable mesh upper paired with synthetic leather overlays deliver a technical look, accented by metallic details and a signature 3D Swoosh. Underfoot, a chunky yet lightweight foam midsole and plush collar cushioning keep long days comfortable, while a rubber outsole with Y2K-inspired grooves provides dependable traction. Designed for daily wear while retaining athletic performance, the V5 RNR proves that retro design still belongs in the everyday rotation.
Presented by Nike.
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Surfing Siberia
With it's subarctic climate, Russia's Siberian territory doesn't sound like the ideal surfing destination. These Russian surfers brave the frigid Arctic Ocean in search of some waves. Due to the glacial nature of The Far North, only a select few have taken on the challenge of surfing at this latitude.
Pong Project
Pong, Atari's 1972 tennis simulator, was one the first video games to reach the mainstream market and hanged arcades forever. Daniel Perdomo has taken the first sports simulation game from its humble 2D beginnings to a three-dimensional tabletop game that looks like an absolute blast to play.
