Why Jackson Pollock Matters
Anyone could dip a paintbrush and start flinging it at a canvas. Couldn't they? Looking at the work of Jackson Pollock, it can be hard not to be incredulous. But there was a method to the madness that made it great.
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Macaulay Culkin's Home Alone Pro Wrestling
If two things were meant to go together, it's Home Alone-style traps and wrestling. Not only are they finally together, but it's Macaulay Culkin himself interfering in a match with a bucket of rolly balls. Merry Christmas, ya filthy animals.
A History of the Star Wars Holiday Special
The Star Wars universe wasn't always a universe. In 1978, it was a really popular movie — and George Lucas wanted to keep it that way. That was the rationale behind handing CBS the rights to make a Star Wars Holiday Special, which quickly became one of the worst TV airings of all time. This is how the Holiday Special happened, a long time ago, in a universe far, far away.
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Vintage Bookshelf Games
The days of hiding those beat-up board game boxes are no more. Stored in a linen-wrapped book, these Vintage Bookshelf Games give the Hasbro classics a display-worthy upgrade. The sophisticated styling doesn't stop on the exterior. Inside each Clue, Scrabble, or Monopoly book are premium pieces inspired by the original game that include silkscreen boards, wood tiles, zinc die-cast tokens, and printed cardstock playing cards. Each game is sold separately.
Monopoly Book: Width: 8.5" / Depth: 2.75" / Height: 10.5"
Scrabble Book: Width: 8.5" / Depth: 2.75" / Height: 10.5"
Clue Book: Width: 8.5" / Depth: 2.75" / Height: 10.5" -
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Best 10 Supercars of the 00s
The 2000s was the death knell of the supercar. Once upon a time, supercars were cramped, uncomfortable, impossible to see out of, and temperamental. Then came the 00s, and suddenly, you could drive a 600+ hp car in the city like it was a Honda Accord. Before the outrageous hypercars of the 2010s, here were the best supercars of the 00s.
Slow-Mo Wrecking Ball
The Slow Mo Guys know the way to our hearts — through slow-motion destruction. It never seems to get old. So in their latest satisfying video, the guys head to a junkyard to send a four-ton wrecking ball through a few cars, filming the whole thing at just 1,000 frames per second.
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Project Black TR1 Tactical Respirator
Originally designed for military personnel, the TR1 is the original tactical respirator. The sleek, compact, breathable mask features a metal snap to hold it in place securely, as well as a medical-grade silicone seal that fits securely without leaving marks or messing with facial hair. It's even compatible with glasses and headgear thanks to the adjustable earloop strap. Each TR1 comes with three electrostatic filters with a 98.6% effectiveness rating and a modular carry pouch and is in stock and ready to ship right now.
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Magic Spoon
While delicious, cereal has gotten a bad rap for its low nutritional value and high sugar content. Magic Spoon seeks to restore its honor with its healthy, mature take on the morning staple. Their versions amp up the protein to 11 grams while lowering net carbs to 3 and calories to just 110 per serving. Plus, they aren't full of artificial nonsense and happen to be gluten and grain-free. Miraculously, they've managed to do all of this while maintaining the sweet, satisfying flavors from your childhood. Now available in Peanut Butter and Honey Nut.
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Eternal Graffiti
Brandan "Bmike" Odums got his intro to street art in an abandoned housing project in New Orleans. He started there and kept returning there, amassing a collection of graffiti paintings on the walls. When the building was torn down, they cut out Brandan's work where it is now on display.
A Very Loose History Of Skateboard Shapes
From afar, some might think skateboards have carried the same shape for decades but any good skater would strongly disagree. Starting in the 60s, Joe Pease takes you on a colorful — and at times bizarre — ride through the evolution of skateboard design. Part one covers everything from banana boards to the double-tail, while the follow-up brings you up to date with the modern deck.
