The Function of Music
Jad Abumrad, host of NPR's Radiolab, sat down to talk about sound. And how sound is organized into music. And what the purpose of music is, other than making you shake it at the club every weekend.
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The Philosophy of Bill Murray
Over the last 40 years, Bill Murray has ascended from humble SNL cast member to comedic legend. The actor has a unique way of convincing audiences film's are funny just because he's in them. Through his career and use of sarcastic and detached comedy, Wisecrack explores whether his saint status is real or merely a case of cult of personality run amok.
Meet the Voice of the Early Internet
AOL's "You've Got Mail" was the Siri of 1997. The man behind that sweet phrase was Elwood Edwards. In this short, he explains how after submitting a handful of recorded phrases, he became one of the most recognizable voices in tech history.
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Webroot Total Protection
Webroot Total Protection arrives just in time for holiday browsing, offering an all-in-one cybersecurity powerhouse that keeps your digital life locked down while you shop, stream, and stay connected. It combines top-rated antivirus performance with identity monitoring, secure VPN, password protection, parental controls, and unlimited cloud backup across up to 10 devices, giving you peace of mind even if you slip up online. With ever-evolving threats and breaches happening daily, it makes staying protected simple, smart, and stress-free. New customers save 50% during the holidays, making now the moment to upgrade your online security.
Presented by Webroot.
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IQBAR x Thomas Keller Nutrition Supplements
IQBAR x Thomas Keller presents two surprisingly elegant functional nutrition favorites: Salted Caramel Chip Bars and Yuzu Mango IQMIX. The Salted Caramel Chip Bar blends 12 g of plant-based protein with toasted macadamia nuts, rich salted caramel flavor, and five brain-boosting nutrients (like lion's mane, magnesium, MCTs, flavonoids, and vitamin E) in a low-sugar, low-carb format. Meanwhile, the Yuzu Mango IQMIX hydration sticks deliver a refreshing combo of real yuzu and mango, brain-supporting lion's mane, and magnesium L-threonate, all while zeroing out on added sugar. It's gourmet meets functional.
Presented by IQBAR.
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Great White Nap
Being one of the ocean's top predators isn't easy. For the first time, researchers have observed a shark resting. Following Emma, a female great white shark, with a camera-equipped underwater submersible, she was captured snozzing in a 2 mile-an-hour current after the sun went down.
Exercise Isn't the Best Way to Lose Weight
Don't cancel that gym membership yet, but science says that exercising isn't going to meaningfully shrink your waist. While it's definitely good for you, watching what and how much food you stick in your face has a much bigger impact on your belt line.
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Champions are Born Out of The Fire
Kyrie Irving took home his first ring when the Cavs won the NBA Championship. Uncle Drew returns to congratulate the youngblood on earning the ultimate bucket.
The Last Space Shuttle Launch
On July 8th, 2011, the Space Shuttle took off for its last flight into orbit. A pilot in the area captured the launch from about 13 miles away, the Shuttle arcing toward the heavens leaving a huge rocket contrail.
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Sperry Coldbay 3‑Eye Duck Shoes
Sperry Coldbay 3‑Eye Duck Shoes delivers classic duck-boot functionality in a polished, low-profile package built for wet weather and cold seasons. A waterproof rubber shell and premium leather upper keep your feet dry while the thermal lining stamps out chill, and the molded Wave-Siping outsole delivers stable traction whether you're walking in rain, snow, or muddy conditions. The three-eye lace-up construction and higher-cut silhouette give it a rugged-meets-refined feel, making it easy to pair with jeans, flannel, or workwear for everyday winter wear. It's a practical, weather-ready boot that skips the fuss while delivering comfort and utility.
Presented by Sperry.
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Dollar Shave Club Black Friday Event
This holiday season, smooth is the standard. For a limited time from November 3 to December 17, The Season of Smooth turns chaos into calm with up to 50% off select products. Then get ready for the 5 Days of Deals from November 27 to December 1—five days of unbeatable savings on grooming essentials, bulk blades, and electric favorites. Whether you're building your own routine or gifting smarter this year, every deal delivers that effortless polish that defines a true smooth operator. Spend $25 or more to receive a free gift with purchase, and explore curated gift guides packed with practical presents everyone will actually use. It's the season to shop smart, gift well, and look great doing it.
Presented by Dollar Shave Club.
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Pro Mountain Biker Rides Walmart Bike Down Double Black Diamond Trail
Do you really need a $700 bike to take on a MTB trail? Phil Kmetz tests this theory by buying a Huffy Carnage at his local Walmart for $180 and taking it down a double black diamond downhill trail. Although the breaks were completely shot, the shock absorbers were leaking oil, and the handle bars were trashed, the bike managed to get Kmetz down the trail mostly in one piece.
Battle of the Bastards VFX
The Battle of the Bastards was the best battle scene in TV or even film history. That's largely due to the visual effects done by Iloura. The studio shows how they worked in the director's practical effects, turned extras into armies, and build horses from the bones up to create chaotic combat on the fields of Winterfell for one of the most epic Game of Thrones scenes.
