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HOTDOCS '11: Morgan Spurlock Interview - fueled by Steam Whistle
Rajo comes moustache to moustache with Morgan 'SUPERSIZE ME' Spurlock! The have a quick chat about branding, product placement and the like right before his new film kicked off hotDocs 2011.
News: Don't Miss Tonight's Super Perigee Full Moon!
Some of you have already seen the superbness of tonight's "super moon", but for those of you in the western half of the United States, there's still time to ready your cameras and enjoy March 19th's super full moon. It's the biggest full moon in almost 20 years, the last one appearing in March of 1993.
How To: change Printer Toner with Augmented Reality
Here is a quick demo showing the potential of watching how-to's with Augmented Reality and a smart phone. I bet we will see much more of this when the smart phone is common place.
News: Dirt Diver
Its a quick slip and dive to the finish, well the end of the course,The idea is a slip and slide down a rough course of mud and water, snaking about side to side, while having hay and saw dust thrown at you at first, then the nasty stuff begins!horse dung is thrown at you while you slide down and then there is a ramp, and at the other end, is a huge pile of horse and cow dung!...The diving is judged by a panel of 3 judges and the person scores the best dive wins!Its that simple!
THE FILM LAB: Stop Motion Part 02
Rajo shows off his new favourite iPhone app, the incredibly cheap and easy to use Stop Motion Recorder from bitween. Holy cats is it ever cool...Watch this quick and easy tutorial!
News: Korean Street Vendor Performs Amazing Feat of Dessert Multiplication
What's better than a little dessert? A lot of dessert! Watch a quick-witted South Korean street vendor wow a set of customers by turning a solitary lump of frozen honey into 16,000 candy strings in a span of two minutes.
News: Thank You Katie!
I just wanted to post a quick note to thank Katie for sharing all of these wonderful tips and taking time out to help us in our quest for bigger and better farms!!! Happy Holidays and a Wonderful New Year!!!
THE FILM LAB: Shadows on the Wall (and how to get 'em off)
Making a film? Is it your first time? Have you got your actors pushed right up against the wall? Can you see their shadows? BIG MISTAKE, rookie... Here's Mike with two quick tips to help you out.
News: Canon 7D Steadycam
Here is a quick video shot with 2 Canon 7D's and 2 Stead-DSLRs. More info on the steadycam rig at www.SteadDSLR.com
News: The Facebook "Super-Logoff" Method (for the Privacy Paranoid)
If you would like to restrict what appears on your Facebook page, here's a novel way to retain ultimate control, coined the "super-logoff" method:
New Promo Code: Gobbler Tranformation
Sorry, I posted way too late, but:Get a free Gobbler transformation with the promo code: gobblegobble. Enter it at the Wizard101 site, where you log in and then type it in in the "Redeem Card or Code" "Promotional Codes" section.WarningThis promo code ends at midnight TODAY, so enter it quick!
How To: Use a Binder Clip for This Quick & Easy Beer Storage Hack
Sometimes the simplest solution is the best solution. You will need: 1 binder clip. That's it. Another simple life hack. Enjoy. Previously, 35 Life Hacks! Free Perks, Snarky Tricks and More.
THE FILM LAB: Non-Linear Editing Basics, Final Cut Pro - Part 01
Here's a quick and dirty little series on the very basics of non-linear editing. If you're not using FCP, don't worry, every non-linear editing software package functions in more or less the same way.
News: Customize My Farmer - Clothes, Costumes, and Features
There is a new interface for customizing your farmer! Just click on them on your farm and you can change their look. There will also be a small icon on the left of a face in a duck costume you can click.
How To: Make super crispy southern fried chicken
In this tutorial, we learn how to make super crispy southern fried chicken. Ingredients are: 1 fresh cut up chicken, 2 c flour, 1 tbsp salt, 1/2 tbsp black pepper, 1 whole egg, 3/4 c milk, and cooking oil. First, fill the frying pan with enough cooking oil to cover the chicken. Then, place on medium heat and then start to make your chicken. Add in egg and milk, then mix well and set aside. Next, combine flour, salt, and pepper in a large plate and mix together. Wash the chicken and dry it, th...
Halloween HowTo: Milk Jug Storm Trooper Helmet
It's cheap, it's easy, it's Star Wars! Filth Wizardry demonstrates how to transform two milk jugs into a Storm Trooper helmet just in time for Halloween. Click through for instructions. Plus, if you're in need of a lightsaber, she's got a quick project for that, too.
News: World's First Super Soaker, the 4.4 Pound Cell Phone, and More
Wired posts a gallery of the original models of now iconic devices, with some fun tech-fetish facts. Did you know the first cell phone weighed a whopping 4.4 pounds? Or that the world's first super soaker was invented completely by accident? Examples below; click through for Wired's complete gallery.
How To: NorCal Surf Camping Guide
A few quick reviews of camping to surf for Humboldt County,Sonoma County, Marin County, Santa Cruz, Monterey, Big Sur, and Morro Bay.
News: More Unreleased goodies discovered
Our friends over at FarmvilleFeed discovered a bunch of unreleased items that may be included in the upcoming Swiss theme. Here's a quick glimpse of them, but you can follow the links to find out more!
News: Hi there just a quick blog to say hello and I'm nearly there with setting this site. have a great day bernie
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Nintendo E3: 3DS, Kid Icarus!
It's been almost a century since we've last seen Kid Icarus start in his own game! The result of Project Sora, Kid Icarus will be released for the Nintendo 3DS!
Simple Yoga: Breath Awareness Part 2
In need of some quick stress relief? This simple breathing exercise can be done anytime, anywhere.
News: Welcome to The Film Lab!
This quick intro video only scratches the surface of all the DIY filmmaking technique tutorials that are waiting for you in The Film Lab -- join Mike and Rajo as they shed some light on important stuff that will help you pull together your masterpiece!
News: Underground Press (Zine Resources)
Follow this link to find PDF downloads on the following: "The Zinester's Guide to US Mail", "How To Pick What Zine Library to Donate To", "Zines 101: A Quick Guide to Zine Making", "Bringing Zines to the Community", & more.
News: $27K and Climbing- Bid Quick For Your Own Personal Hovercraft
Via Urlesque, "Designed by New Zealand inventor and mechanic Rudy Heema, the fiberglass WIG is all hover, all the time, until it hits 70kph at which point it starts to fly... The auction runs through next Saturday, so act quickly if you want to be ready for church."
How To: Write 3D embossed text & letters
Need a little help making your 3D letters? This quick tutorial on how to draw embossed or three-dimension letters makes it look pretty easy, revealing secrets on how to get perfectly-shaped three-dimensional lettering for your next art project or handmade holiday card! Write 3D embossed text & letters.
How To: Bake a normal map
This quick 3D modeling software tutorial explains how to bake a normal map in modo 301. Learn how to bake a normal map mesh to mesh using high-res meshes targeted to a low res mesh in modo 301. Bake a normal map.
How To: Send SMS text messages on a Palm Treo 800w cell phone
The full QWERTY keyboard makes text messages quick to send. Sometimes, it's more convenient to type out an SMS message than to call them from your mobile phone. Watch this video cell phone tutorial and learn how to send SMS text messages on a Palm Treo 800w. Send SMS text messages on a Palm Treo 800w cell phone.
How To: Open tight hips with a hip and hamstring yoga sequence
Need to open up and stretch those tight hips and hamstrings? As you know yoga poses require a great deal of flexibility and strength. Check out this yoga how-to video tutorial to learn a quick hip and hamstring sequence that will help stretch and open up your lower body . Open tight hips with a hip and hamstring yoga sequence.
How To: Fix a broken roof tile
In this how to video Darren Baensch shows us storm damage to a tiled roof. He then demonstrates a nifty quick-fix to a broken tile on the roof above the lounge room. This tip could save you thousands of dollars in water damage to your roof. Fix a broken roof tile.
How To: Back up a semi
This will be a quick look at how to maneuver a semi backwards. Back up a semi.
How To: Make 5 different updos in 5 minutes
This video will provide great tips on looking at your facial structure and making a very quick updo. Make 5 different updos in 5 minutes.
How To: Cook grilled pompano fish with Emeril Lagasse
Learn to cook like a professional chef. Watch as Emeril Lagasee prepares a quick and easy grilled pompano filet. Cook grilled pompano fish with Emeril Lagasse.
How To: Answer interview questions on how others describe you
How would your boss or professor describe you?" This quick video covers what you need to know for answering this tough interview question. Watch this video to find out the best approach for answering this question. Answer interview questions on how others describe you.
How To: Answer the interview question "What Would You Change?"
If you had to live your life over again, what one thing would you change?" This quick video covers what you need to know for answering this tough interview question. Watch this video to find out the best approach for answering this question. Answer the interview question "What Would You Change?".
How To: Answer interview questions about your long range goals
CWhat is your long-range objective?" This quick video covers what you need to know for answering this tough interview question. Watch this video to find out the best approach for answering this question. Answer interview questions about your long range goals.
How To: Answer interview questions about manager qualities
What qualities do you feel a successful manager should have?" This quick video covers what you need to know for answering this tough interview question. Watch this video to find out how to best answer the question. Answer interview questions about manager qualities.
How To: Keep sandals from slipping off your feet
This film is to give those of you who can't keep your sandals on some quick tips to staying on your feet. How to stop sandals from slipping off your feet- it's easy after you've watched this video. Keep sandals from slipping off your feet.
How To: Fold a shirt the Japanese way
A quick, efficient way to fold a shirt Fold a shirt the Japanese way.