Tom Waits, The Inspiration For Heath Ledger's Joker
Holy resemblance, Batman. The likeness between singer-songwriter Tom Waits' voice and persona durning this 1979 interview and Heath Ledger's Joker is mind-blowingly eery.
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The Worlds of Viral Video
Our favorite web-original series PBS Off Book takes a look into the artform that keeps us in business, the wonderful world of viral videos.
Google Fiber
Google follows up the announcement of their super high-speed Internet service with this handmade road trip through the evolution of the internet. The ultra fast Google Fiber will take you trip on the information superhighway to insane speeds of 1,000 Mbps, making it around 100 times faster than what you already have. It's kind of a big deal.
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ResponsibleMan Supplements
Face the day with ResponsibleMan: a no-frills, physician-formulated line of men's daily supplements engineered for clarity, strength, and grit. Led by the Emerson multivitamin—housed in a sleek black aluminum tin and filled with mint-scented, "manly green" capsules packed with 13 core vitamins plus 19 hand-selected nutrients and antioxidants—this is wellness without the fluff. Made in the USA, gluten-free, kosher, and non-GMO, it simplifies performance-driven self-care for the modern man
Presented by ResponsibleMan.
Consult a physician before consuming any new supplement. Any health claims made are solely those of the brand and not those of Uncrate LLC.
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Out of Office: The Aria
Enjoy up to 35% off rooms + $100 daily F&B credit at The AAA Five Diamond Award-winning Aria Resort and Casino. Comprised primarily of two 50-story curvilinear glass towers, the stunning architecture is matched inside by an upscale, modern vibe, a subtle vanilla scent, and enough dining and amenity options to make it a one-stop destination. Get the octopus at Carbone, enjoy a cigar in the high rollers room, and always double down.
Presented by MGM.
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2001: A Summer Blockbuster
Stanley Kubrick's 1968 sci-fi masterpiece gets a revamped trailer with all the dubstep a 2012 summer blockbuster needs.
Minnesota Nice
Take the next 30 minutes (it's Friday, you're not really working) and watch these cast interviews and behind-the-scenes clips from the Cohen brother's Academy Award-winning film Fargo.
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Hisense 65" Class U7 Series TV
The Hisense U7 Series 65″ Mini-LED QLED 4K Google TV packs big-screen punch into a sleek frame—boasting Mini-LED Pro backlighting, QLED color, and a native 144 Hz refresh rate for gaming-level responsiveness. It supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and includes a NEXTGEN ATSC 3.0 tuner and Wi-Fi 6E for future-proof connectivity. Designed for sports, movies, and next-gen gaming alike, it delivers flagship-level performance at a far more approachable price.
Presented by Hisense.
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Nike ACG Izy
Born from Nike's All Conditions Gear lineage, the ACG Izy takes the moccasin's timeless ease and reshapes it for modern explorers. It slips on in seconds, locks in with a durable build, and rides on cushioning that turns concrete or trail into a pillow. The outsole grips with confidence, the midsole rebounds to the moon and back, while the silhouette refuses to chase trends—built instead to outlast them. The Izy isn't just about getting from point A to point B; it's about making the journey effortless, with comfort and style in every step.
Presented by Nike.
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Slow Motion Shark Attack
Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water, Great White Sharks start launching themselves 10 feet in the air at 40 miles per hour. To kick off 25 years of Shark Week, The Discover Channel captured slow motion Phantom footage of these aerial attacks in their series Air Jaws Apocalypse, premiering August 12, 2012 at 9 p.m.
Cloud Atlas Trailer
The latest from The Wachowski duo is a film adaptation of David Mitchell's fictional novel. The almost six minute trailer shows Tom Hanks and Halle Berry time warping from the South Pacific in the nineteenth century to a post-apocalyptic future and everything in between. Also starring Hugh Grant, Hugo Weaving, Jim Broadbent, Jim Sturgess, and Susan Sarandon. In theaters October 26, 2012.
