I don’t remember exactly where or when I saw the work of experimental photographer Caleb Charland. What I do remember is being in awe of his still works that combined a bit of science, a bit of art, and huge …
Tag: science
Some magical science to spice up your day.
Over the age of 9 and still waiting for that letter from Hogwarts? Andrea Trying may have an answer to why you haven’t gotten one. This Harry Potter superfan has decided to formulate a genetic theory of witches and wizards …
Do what you love to do.
Really digging this video explaining the neuroscience behind “Aha!” moments. According to Jonah Lehrer, they’re not as crazy and mysterious as we think they are. In fact, we can train ourselves to have them. How? Check it out.
Get addicted to imagination with Jason Silva.
He’s described as “part Timothy Leary, part Ray Kurzweli and part Neo from The Matrix” – do you need any more of an incentive to watch his videos? Meet Jason Silva, a digital DJ and philosopher who creates micro-documentaries that …
I want every book on this online bookshelf
I’ve been reading Brain Pickings regularly for only about two weeks and I’m already a huge fan. When I discovered that the blog curator’s recommended books are displayed on a neat online bookshelf, I got very excited and slightly frustrated because there …
The Hurt Locker trumps your shitty action movie.
I’ve had just about enough bullshit action films in my life. But I will say, I’m super pumped for tonight’s screening of The Hurt Locker. This looks nothing like some wussy Will Smith CGI crap! This is the real-deal Holyfield …