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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Minecraft Marketplace
Minecraft's greatest strength has always been the creativity of its community, and the Minecraft Marketplace is where that imagination comes to life. Home to thousands of creator-made add-ons, adventure maps, skin packs, texture packs, mashups, mini games, and survival worlds, the Marketplace offers endless ways to reshape the familiar block-built universe. Through July 28, the annual Summer Sale makes exploring even easier, with more than 300 Marketplace items discounted by up to 33%. Whether you're looking to reinvent your next survival world or dive into a completely new adventure, it's one of the easiest ways to keep Minecraft feeling fresh.
Presented by Minecraft.
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Nike Back to School Collection
The return to routine deserves a wardrobe that can keep pace. Nike's Back to School Collection is built for wherever the season takes you. The Nike Par ADV Golf Jacket delivers weather-ready protection from the first tee to rainy commutes, while the Nike Club Wool Varsity Jacket brings timeless athletic style into cooler evenings. Heading beyond the pavement, the ACG "Misery Ridge" GORE-TEX Jacket is ready for changing mountain conditions. Complete the look with vintage icons like the Air Jordan 4 Retro or lace up the Nike Alphafly 3 when it's time to chase your next personal best. Whether you're heading back to campus, back to the office, or simply back into your routine, Nike's latest collection is built for the season ahead.
Presented by Nike.
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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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Simple App
Simple Life takes a more approachable approach to weight management, replacing rigid dieting and calorie counting with personalized habits, daily guidance, and a little help from AI. The app builds a plan around your goals and lifestyle, then brings together food and hydration tracking, movement, fasting, weight progress, and personalized insights in one streamlined experience. Its Avo AI coach provides daily check-ins and tailored guidance, while tools like the NutriScanner make logging meals and understanding what you're eating easier. It's a modern wellness platform built around consistency rather than extremes, designed to make healthier routines feel more manageable in everyday life.
Presented by Simple App.
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London Sock Co. Retro Striped Socks
London Sock Co.'s Retro Stripe Collection draws from vintage athletic wear, bringing the timeless appeal of retro varsity-inspired stripes into everyday rotation. Knitted from a soft organic cotton blend with a comfortable ribbed construction, the mid-calf socks strike the balance between nostalgic sport styling and modern versatility. Their understated design pairs just as naturally with broken-in denim and suede sneakers as it does with loafers, chinos, or weekend shorts. Produced using carbon-free manufacturing and hand-finished for a refined feel, the Retro Stripe Collection is the finishing touch to a great outfit.
Presented by London Sock Co.
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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.
