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Spongebob’s America

Spongebob’s America

It might be a while before we can get back to traveling, but we can still enjoy other places from the comfort of our screens. Who better to give us a tour of America, than Spongebob Squarepants, and his pals from Bikini Bottom? Editor Jake Bellinger managed to find moments from the cartoon that sum up all 50 states.

Slagwerk-101 Robot Drum Machine

Slagwerk-101 Robot Drum Machine

Designer and maker Love Hultén is best known for his retro-inspired video game and computer builds. But this one is quite different – an electromechanical drum machine that plays rhythms using a MIDI sequencer. Each of its components is modular, so it can be reconfigured to create unique audio sculptures.

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The Quarry (Trailer)

The Quarry (Trailer)

Shea Whigham, Michael Shannon, and Catalina Sandino Moreno star in this thriller about a drifter who kills a traveling preacher, then assumes the man’s life in a small town unfamiliar with his appearance. When the local police chief suspects something is amiss, things take an even darker turn. Drops 4/17/2020.

Dumpster Fire Vinyl Figure

Dumpster Fire Vinyl Figure
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This hilarious collectible vinyl toy from 100% Soft artist Truck Torrence features an adorable kawaii interpretation of the object that has come to symbolize much of what’s wrong in the world these days. The flaming heap of rubbish has a big pie eyes and a smiley face inviting you into its warm trash pile. Ships starting late May 2020.

This Video Has X Views

This Video Has X Views

Science and technology vlogger Tom Scott created a YouTube video that automatically updates its own title based on its view count. As he explains in the video, he used YouTube’s programming APIs to pull off the trick, then talks about the wonders and downsides of open data interfaces.

Graham the Stegosaurus

Graham the Stegosaurus

“There are few animals more impressive than these dignified titans of the prehistoric.” It’s been 5 years since Rathergood introduced us to Dinosaurs: Terrible Lizards, but they’re back with a new animated nature flick, this time offering up a hilariously inaccurate portrayal of the mighty stegosaurus.

Brickworld Virtual

Brickworld Virtual

Brickworld is offering up a way to enjoy some of the awesome LEGO builds normally on display at their conventions from the comfort of your home. On Saturday, April 18, 2020, viewers can meet builders and check out their creations via Zoom meeting rooms. Only 1000 tickets are available, so sign up soon!

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Tesla Ventilator

Tesla Ventilator

Automotive manufacturers have been called on to use their production expertise to help build ventilators to stem shortages and save lives. GM and Ford have already started to help, and now Tesla’s engineers are showing off their design for a custom respirator, made with car parts they already have on hand.

School of Game Design

Want to create video games? The School of Game Design offers numerous online courses to teach you everything from the basics of game structure to hands-on development using the Unity3D game engine. Get lifetime access to 120 hours of training videos, along with future updates with this deal from The Awesomer Shop.

Back to the Trombone

Back to the Trombone

Alan Silvestri’s score from Back to the Future includes one of the most memorable movie theme songs of all time. We’ve heard it played in various ways, but never performed by an orchestra of trombones. Thanks to musician Carol Jarvis, we can finally check that one off of our list.

Transparent Jigsaw Puzzles

Transparent Jigsaw Puzzles
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These see-through jigsaw puzzles are made from clear acrylic, with each piece being indistinguishable from the next, other than its shape. Simply Laser is one of several Etsy sellers making these laser-cut puzzles in four sizes, from a simple 3×3 up to a super-challenging 20×20 version.

Desktop Helicopter Rotor

Desktop Helicopter Rotor

While we’re perplexed by Liberman’s musical selections, we are impressed with what he was able to construct on his workbench. Watch as he puts together a working model of a helicopter rotor from plywood, rulers, popsicle sticks, and off-the-shelf hardware. We love how it even can adjust the angle of its blades.

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Skiing at Home

Skiing at Home

Skier and filmmaker Philipp Klein was preparing to go on a trip to the mountains when shelter-in-place orders hit his country. But instead of complaining, he decided to do some freeride skiing right in his living room, with the help of some props and stop-motion to capture the snowy action.

VHS 1982 Playing Cards

VHS 1982 Playing Cards
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Kings Wild Project masterfully makes unique premium playing cards. Among their decks is this series, with a design inspired by VHS tapes. The card backs look like video tapes, their packs look like VHS boxes, while their fronts are a 1980s cyberpunk dream. Sadly, the affordable standard edition has already sold out.

Blon B20 Headphones

Blon B20 Headphones
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When it comes to headphones, planar magnetic drivers offer some of the best sound you can get. Linsoul’s cans not only pack these drivers, but are wrapped up in real wood enclosures, with memory foam ear cushions, and a stainless steel expansion bracket for a luxurious look. Deal available from Drop through 4/8/20.

Dining Table Desk

Dining Table Desk

These days, many people without a home office space are using their dining tables to get work done at home. Builder Laura Kampf shows us how she built a custom plywood dining table that has a large hidden storage compartment that transforms into an angled stand for tablets or smartphones.

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