The Tipping Point in Context
My second sojourn into the world of Malcolm Gladwell was again pleasant. The Tipping Point’s analysis of trends and epidemics proves yet again a fascination with the influence of context on social phenomena. After reading Outliers (Gladwell’s most recent...Trilogy Meter
Dan Meth has a pretty interesting and spot on visual interpretation of movie trilogies.Michael Jackson and his crew
There are just so many layers of awesomeness in this painting. Part of a collection of artifacts from Neverland ranch being auctioned off. (via kottke)2.5 Social Problem Films
Just received three DVDs in the mail from my mom: Though The Terminal is ostensively a comedy it has plenty of social commentary having explicitly to do with how complicated it can be for immigrants to visit the U.S. Hotel Rowanda deals with a major social...Want a Babysitter Experience?
I’m not sure if this sign is FAIL or incredibly awesome. I totally need an experience, babysitter.Interface, a Belated Review
It’s been a couple weeks since I finished Steven Johnson’s 1997 book, “Interface.” Though I’d like to say that I’ve been stirred by it’s profoundity enough to be stewing on my own thoughts for a post, the truth is that I...Bloglovin
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I find myself at a loss whenever confronted with the task of having to define Twitter. It’s one of those things that’s everywhere and nowhere. I am never really shocked when someone knows about it. Nor does it surprise me when I find out a friend from high...CUTE THINGS FALLING ASLEEP
I have to thank Allen099 for tweeting this website cutethingsfallingasleep.org the other day. Providing endless laughs on my day off. (via http://twitter.com/allen099)Turd Blossoms
Stumbled upon this photoblog by Adrian Mendoza. Not only are the photos impressively well done (lots of great tilt-shots) but many are taken in and around San Joaquin County, my old hometown. It’s interesting to think how the subject matter he choses; classical...Helen Suzman, Insanely Prolific
Helen Suzman died on Jan. 1st. Didn’t know much about her so decided to read up on wikipedia “Suzman was awarded 27 honorary doctorates from universities around the world, was twice nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize[5] and received countless other awards...About Nate
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