Monthly Archives: July 2010

Epic Photocopier Explanation

Posted on July 30, 2010 by Phil Bost

Scientists are the coolest. [via The Daily What]

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Auguste Comte: Atheist Pluralist

Posted on July 27, 2010 by Phil Bost

Auguste Comte. Inventor of sociology and positivism. Yeah, yeah. Here’s what really impressed me: Although we tend to think of atheists as not only unbelieving but also hostile to religion, there is a minor tradition of atheistic thinkers who have … Continue reading →

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Impressive Physics Demo

Posted on July 27, 2010 by Phil Bost

[via Kyle VanHemert @ Gizmodo]

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The Modified Mercalli Intensity Scale

Posted on July 26, 2010 by Phil Bost

An alternative scale to measure earthquakes. Instead of measuring seismic energy like for the better known Richter Scale, this scale is informed by a (surviving) participant’s emotional reactions and observations after the shaking stops. I think this scale also works … Continue reading →

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Boston Globe’s Tour de France Pictures

Posted on July 26, 2010 by Phil Bost

The Big Picture from the Boston Globe compiles the most stunning images, no? I recommend their RSS feed if you’re not already on that tip. Part I of their Tour de France coverage. More stunning scenery can be found at … Continue reading →

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Don’t yall know I’m Bruce Willis?

Posted on July 26, 2010 by Phil Bost

True confession: since witnessing this video, I’m constantly asking strangers this question… In my mind. At the very least, do yourself a big one and watch the first part of minute two. [Wreck and Salvage via The Daily What]

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Shit Guys Do

Posted on July 26, 2010 by Phil Bost

Epic thread full of mostly G-list internet celebrities talking bout what guys do. The sweetest one comes from some dude Todd Mauldin: Every day, Monday through Friday, at some point in the day, I call my friend, Eddy, or he … Continue reading →

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Amazing Video from Beach House

Posted on July 24, 2010 by Phil Bost

[via David Pescovitz @ Boing Boing]

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Exhaustive interview with David Simon

Posted on July 23, 2010 by Phil Bost

The tiniest excerpt from the best ever interview about The Wire: We were always laying pipe that could be picked up later. [What's Alan Watching via Luke Johnson @ Proof of Blog] [photo via Can't Stop the Bleeding]

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Neil Patrick Harris

Posted on July 22, 2010 by Phil Bost

Casual. Poised. Full on. [NPH's twitter via The Daily What]

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