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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Collagen Dream Advanced Sleep Formula Hot Chocolate
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Nike Varsity Elite Backpack
From the courts to the terminal, Nike's Elite Varsity Backpack has you covered. A large main compartment fits a full-size basketball, while a separate bottom pocket keeps shoes and gear isolated. An exterior front pocket provides quick access to smaller essentials, and a trolley sleeve allows it to attach easily to luggage for away games. Designed for daily use, the backpack also includes an internal laptop sleeve that fits up to 16 inches and a plush-lined top pocket for valuables. Air Max shoulder straps add comfort, rounding out a durable build made from 100% polyester
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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PrettyLitter
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Presented by PrettyLitter.
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reMarkable Paper Pure Bundle
reMarkable focuses its Paper Pro Bundle around distraction-free note taking and workflow integration. Designed with a paper-like writing surface, the tablet combines handwritten note taking with digital organization through support for Google and Microsoft workspaces. Handwritten notes can be converted into typed text and shared across platforms including email, Slack, and Miro for easy office communication between teams. The bundle includes the lightweight Marker, featuring a textured finish and integrated eraser designed to replicate the feel of writing on paper, alongside the Sleeve Folio, a suede-covered protective case built for daily transport between meetings, offices, and travel.
Presented by reMarkable.
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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.
