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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Ernest Supplies Travel Grooming Pouches
Ernest Supplies uses plant-based ingredients and technology-forward standards to bring grooming essentials to the man on the go while keeping its products Made in the USA. As impressive as its products is its packaging; Unlike normal bottles and tubes that can bust and leak, Ernest Supplies' Soap Free Gel Face Wash, Cooling Shave Cream, and Protective Matte Moisturizer arrive in soft flask-style containers that maximize storage space in your dopp and look great while doing so.
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Vollebak Blue Morpho Jacket
Inspired by the iridescent wings of the Blue Morpho butterfly, this new jacket from Vollebak has over two billion microscopic blue glass spheres embedded in resin on the jacket's surface. The glass spheres create an entirely reflective jacket that is constantly changing color while you ski or snowboard. The Blue Morpho is engineered for a max range of motion with plenty of room for a hoodie underneath. The jacket also is fully seam-sealed, waterproof, and includes an ocean-racing style marine hood and high collar. The visibly stunning piece of outerwear acts like a mirror for whatever light conditions you're in, with a liquid metal appearance under the sun that shifts to a bionic blue at night with any camera flash, torch, or searchlight.
Presented by Vollebak.
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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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SimpliSafe Home Security
Protecting your property shouldn't involve drilling holes and running wires. The Simplisafe Home Security System requires none of the above, and is easy to install yourself. It starts with a base station that connects to their service via WiFi with a backup cellular connection for emergencies. You can arm and disarm it from the keypad, with a key fob, or with your phone. Add on as many entry, motion, smoke, glass break, and CO sensors as you need — the system is easily expandable to fit your needs, and comes with the assurance of 24/7 monitoring.
Presented by SimpliSafe.
As seen in Uncrate Issue 04.
Aether Space Hoodie
To celebrate the brand's 10th anniversary, Aether is resurrecting a classic with the Space Hoodie 2.0. The reissue of their signature piece takes everything you loved about the original and tweaks it with a more modern aesthetic. Its matte ripstop shell and lining are insulated with 60 grams of PrimaLoft® GOLD, for lightweight protection from mild wind and cold. When the weather gets extreme, the jacket can transition to a solid middle layer. Functional and great looking, the updated Space Hoodie is a new go-to for both backcountry and urban explorers.
Presented by Aether.
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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.
