Tony Hawk Vs. Hot Wings
Halfpipes aren't the only thing skateboarding legend Tony Hawk can crush. In the first-ever live taping of Hot Ones, Tony joined Sean Evans at the 2016 ComplexCon for a round of conversation and spicy wings.
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Ohio State Marching Band's Superhero Tribute
The Ohio State Marching Band is called The Best Damn Band in the Land for a reason. During the halftime show against Nebraska, they paid homage to the great superheroes of our time. For one night only, DC and Marvel unite when the band forms The Avengers, Batman, Spiderman, and Superman on the field.
The Physics of Grinding
They look like they're defying gravity, but they're really taking full advantage of one of the most fundemental laws of the universe. Super Deluxe takes another look at the physics of skateboarding, this time focusing on grinds. Pro skaters Ricky Chavez, Marquise Henry, Boo Johnson, Maurice Jordan, and Dane Vaughn provide the tricks and Super Deluxe provides the science behind them.
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Uncrate's 100-ish favorite things on Amazon
This is our shortcut to the good stuff on Amazon. It's an ongoing Uncrate-vetted list we'll be adding to and subtracting from. It's your field guide to use before wading through Amazon's millions of mediocre listings. It's our handpicked, battle-tested lineup of the clever, the durable, and the legitimately worth buying. The pieces that punch above their price, hold up in the real world, and never miss. In other words: the Amazon aisle curated by someone with taste.
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Salt & Stone Natural Skincare Collection
Salt & Stone occupies the increasingly rare space where performance body care and luxury fragrance genuinely overlap. Founded in Los Angeles by former professional snowboarder Nima Jalali, the brand was born from years spent battling sun, wind, cold, and altitude, resulting in a collection of body-care essentials designed to work as hard as they smell good. Its formulas combine naturally derived actives from the sea and mountains with sophisticated, gender-neutral scent profiles that extend across deodorants, body washes, lotions, oils, creams, and mists, creating a layered ritual rather than a collection of standalone products. Signature fragrances like Santal & Vetiver, Bergamot & Hinoki, and Black Rose & Oud feel more akin to niche perfumery than traditional grooming products, while ingredients such as niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, seaweed extracts, spirulina, and prebiotics keep the focus firmly on skin health. The result is a brand that treats daily body care less like maintenance and more like a sensory ritual built for people who demand equal parts wellness, performance, and scent.
Presented by Salt & Stone.
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Piano Movie Medley
It's been the tool of choice for composers everywhere for centuries — the piano. Piano compositions have helped heighten some of the most emotionally wrenching moments in film, from the grey bleakness of wartime to the joy of "Chopsticks" at Christmas time in FAO Schwarz. Composer Dave Wave pays tribute to some of his favorite piano moments in cinema with this 200-second piano medley.
The Globemakers
Bellerby & Co Globemakers is one of the last remaining globemakers in the world. Run by Peter Bellerby, the London studio hand-crafts every piece, taking anywhere between two to eight months to complete. From carpenters to painters, meet the 15 individuals that are keeping this lost art alive.
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Voyageurs
The Northern Lights are undoubtedly one of Mother Nature's most spectacular phenomenons. Seeing the lustrous glow dance over landscapes will never get old. In this stunning 8k time-lapse, More Than Just Parks captures the Aurora Borealis as it makes a grand appearance at Minnesota's Voyageurs National Park.
Ancient Inuit Tattooing
Modern tattooing methods aren't exactly pain-free, but ancient techniques look downright unbearable. After nearly losing traditional methods when missionaries colonized their communities, Artist Marjorie Tahbone is trying to revive the traditional Inuit tattooing practices. In this mini documentary, she demonstrates hand-poking and skin stitching and explains the importance of these markings to her heritage.
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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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Collagen Dream Advanced Sleep Formula Hot Chocolate
A solid wind-down ritual, Collagen Dream delivers a no-nonsense blend of function and flavor. Packed with 5g of high-absorption collagen peptides, magnesium, and sleep-supporting compounds like L-theanine and valerian root, this rich, dairy-free hot chocolate is built to help you switch off, sleep deeper, and wake up sharper. No sugar crash, no fluff — just a clean, effective formula that works as hard as you do.
Presented by The Collagen Co.
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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Brad Bird on Animation
You might not know the name, but you've seen Brad Bird's films. Writer and director of The Iron Giant, The Incredibles and Ratatouille, Brad knows animation. In this interview, Brad gives his views on what makes animation great, and the common misconceptions that surround the art form.
Vegetarian Eats Meat for First Time in 22 Years
Stephanie Potakis hasn't eaten meat since she was in the fourth grade. Thats a long, long time. Stephanie decided to give the vegetables a break, and the A.V. Club took her to a steakhouse in Chicago to welcome her back to the pleasures of animals with several courses of tasty flesh.
