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The Rise of Molds

The Rise of Molds

Mold takes many forms, from harmful to helpful, from toxic to delicious. But one thing we never thought mold could be is beautiful. Through the macro lens of Beauty of Science, enjoy this incredible close-up look at four kinds of molds used in food fermentation. As they grow, they look like plants on an alien landscape.

QuickStove Portable Compact Camp Cube Stove

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This ultra-compact outdoor cooker is great for quick meal prep when camping or hiking. The steel stove weighs just 1 lb., and measures just 4″ x 4″ x 2.75″ when folded. Works with a variety of fuel sources, including fuel tablets, Sterno, wood, charcoal, or an alcohol burner.

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Smells Like Reggae Spirit

Smells Like Reggae Spirit

What might Nirvana have sounded like if they hailed from Kingston, Jamaica instead of Seattle, Washington? Music remixer Andy Rehfeldt has the answer. So sit back, light up a spliff, dim the lights, and enjoy some Rastafarian grunge.

16-Stair Boneless

16-Stair Boneless

If you think jumping down a flight of 16 stairs on a skateboard sounds like madness, you’d be right. But that didn’t stop this guy who goes by the name “Slim” from attempting the feat over and over again. We’re amazed he didn’t break any bones pulling this stunt for Thrasher Magazine.

The Mitchells vs. The Machines (Trailer)

The Mitchells vs. The Machines (Trailer)

Producers Phil Lord and Chris Miller (The LEGO Movie) are behind this fun-looking animated feature about a wacky and dysfunctional family who find themselves in the midst of a robot apocalypse. Naturally, they end up becoming humanity’s only hope for survival. Coming to Netflix 4.30.2021.

Propeller Copying Machine

Propeller Copying Machine

Aviation enthusiast Viktor built a custom machine that can make identical copies of paramotor propellers. Area28 shared this video that shows how it works by the form of the original, much like one of those machines they use to copy keys. Skip to 6:10 for the money shot.

GearPride Stainless Steel Insulated Cup

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We love the unique faceted design on GearPride’s stainless steel tumblers. They hold up to 200ml (or nearly 17 oz.) of your favorite beverage, and their double-wall insulation keeps drinks hot or cold for up to 5 hours. They come in various colors, including natural, black, white, red, and multicolor gradient.

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LEGO Crash Test: Porsche vs. Bugatti

LEGO Crash Test: Porsche vs. Bugatti

Among its many services, European auto club ADAC performs car safety testing. In this video, they took a break from crash-testing real-world cars to see how a LEGO Technic Porsche 911 GT3 RS would hold up in a T-bone crash with a Bugatti Chiron. The narration is in German, but it’s easy to tell you wouldn’t want to be in either car.

60 Songs a Year: 1990 to 1999

60 Songs a Year: 1990 to 1999

After taking on the 1980s with aplomb, The Hood Internet has completed the cycle for the 1990s. Hit play and enjoy this 35-minute playlist of classic hits from nineties hitmakers like Deee-Lite, DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince, No Doubt, Alanis Morissette, Everclear, and Missy Elliott.

JBL Tune 700BT Wireless Headphones

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These wireless headphones from JBL crank out immersive sounds with plentiful bass. The lightweight over-ear design and soft ear cushions are built for comfort. They run for up to 27 hours on a charge and can also be used in a wired mode with the included detachable audio cable.

Roxon Storm S801S Multitool

Roxon Storm S801S Multitool
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Roxon’s 16-in-1 multitool packs in a ton of functionality for a reasonable price. It includes pliers, a knife, saw blade, screwdrivers, wine, bottle, and can openers, wire cutters, a glass breaker, and more. Notably, its scissors aren’t the tiny kind that most pocket tools include.

Ti Skini Titanium Key Holder

Ti Skini Titanium Key Holder
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Cineik’s minimal key holder is made from a pair of custom-machined titanium bars that hold keys in place with screws and washers. The set includes a variety of stainless steel screws and black nylon washers which can accommodate a wide assortment of keys or a flat USB flash drive.

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Muse Riffs on Hurdy-Gurdy

Muse Riffs on Hurdy-Gurdy

Michalina Malisz has made a name for herself by performing rock and metal songs on a hurdy-gurdy. In this video, she performs a medley of riffs Muse tracks, including Pressure, Supermassive Black Hole, and Hysteria, which sounds super cool on the instrument. Need more? How about some Rammstein or Black Sabbath?

Burger + Fries Musical Instruments

Burger + Fries Musical Instruments
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Made by Japanese toy company Kiko+ and gg, this beechwood burger and fries are designed for kids, but we’d be happy to play with our food too. The cheeseburger clacks like a castanet, while the fries make the sounds of maracas. We want one of their telephones for our desk too.

Infinity Mirror Box Sculpture

Infinity Mirror Box Sculpture

Mirror artist Nicky Alice created this captivating and hypnotic sculpture which looks like a series of infinitely-floating cubes. The trick to the illusion is the precisely-cut mirrors and the built-in LED illumination. His mirrored pyramid design is also really awesome.

Pyro Portable Fire Pit

Pyro Portable Fire Pit

This compact steel fire pit offers an unobstructed view of its flame from every side, making it a perfect centerpiece for outdoor gatherings. It has a removable fire screen and ash catcher and can be ordered with an optional grill top. It measures 18″ L x 14″ W x 9″ H and weighs 14.5 lb.

Riding Inside a Model Train

Riding Inside a Model Train

Jason Shron is so obsessed with railroads that he built a full-size train car inside his house. He’s also got a sweet HO-scale model train that he rigged a camera inside of to give us a passenger’s perspective. We honestly thought the view out of the window was from a real train.

DropTop Folding Wall Desk

DropTop Folding Wall Desk

UK furniture company Pith & Stem designed this smart and practical home workstation that hides behind a piece of wall art when not in use. When opened, it reveals a pair of 24″ monitors, a 48″ x 24″ work surface, and storage cubbies for a keyboard and other accessories.

How Espresso Machines Are Made

How Espresso Machines Are Made

How It’s Made takes us inside the factory for WEGA, makers of high-end commercial espresso machines. There, industrial machines transform sheets of steel into parts, then skilled workers assemble dozens of components, including a large copper and brass boiler that sits at the center of each machine.

Wu-Tang Clan’s Legion of Doom

Wu-Tang Clan’s Legion of Doom

MyloTheCat chopped up old Super Friends cartoons and made the Legion of Doom rap Wu-Tang Clan’s Uzi (Pinky Ring). Stars Sinestro as U-God, The Riddler as Raekwon, Scarecrow as Ghostface Killah, Lex Luthor as The RZA, Captain Cold as Method Man, Bizarro as Inspectah Deck, Black Manta as Masta Killa, and Brainiac as the GZA.

ForeverPen

ForeverPen

This tiny writing instrument goes anywhere and never needs ink. It uses a special silver composite tip that can leave its mark on a wide variety of surfaces. It measures less than 1″ long, and can also be used for opening boxes. Choose from titanium, copper, or brass variants.

Shipping Container Tiny Home Airbnb

Shipping Container Tiny Home Airbnb

Headed to Australia? If you have an inkling for quiet, off-grid living, check out this home located in Mansfield. Never too Small takes us inside this tiny home, which is built from two shipping containers, each with a kitchen, bath, and sleep quarters. The main unit has a wall that folds down to reveal a deck and a fireplace.

You Can’t Fight a Guy with a Baby

You Can’t Fight a Guy with a Baby

In this classic sketch from Key & Peele, a guy bumps into another guy on the playground and gets into an altercation. But will the baby that he’s carrying be a help or a hindrance as he takes on his foe? Click play and find out.

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