Enjoy a dog in sneakers and kitten afraid of lizards
(CBS News) We're going to follow-up our oddities in nature post with two cases of the weird and wacky on the domestic front. And to start us off on the right foot is a case of a dog actually having a bit of trouble with his own feet. It might have something to do with his new sneakers...
Continue »Two cases of weird and wacky in the great outdoors
(CBS News) There's a reason why it's called "the great outdoors." It's big, grand, full of adventure and mystery. (Oh, and also outdoors.) So, occasionally, some pretty weird and wacky stuff happens in it, too. Here are two examples of the latter starting with a case of one fish and two very different "fishermen." (Spoiler: one of the two may or may not actually be an eagle.)
Continue »Satirical look at increasingly complex board games
(CBS News) There's been quite a resurgence in board games recently, particularly European board games like Settlers of Catan. And while your blogger here is a huge fan of the revival, there's something to be said about the increasingly complicated nature of some of them. So go ahead and watch that aforementioned "something" in the form of a satirical sketch above.
Continue »Arnold Schwarzenegger teaser for YouTube Comedy Week
(CBS News) Did you know that YouTube Comedy Week is about to start? (I'm going to pretend you said "no" followed by my immediate reaction of gasping in a hyperbolic manner.) Gasp! Are you serious? Well, just in case you are, and this isn't some elaborate prank, how about I let my very dear friend, Arnold Schwarzenegger, tell you all about it in this video above. (And if you happen to ask him about me, that quizzical look on his face is simply a joke, promise.)
Continue »Robots and music fuse together in "geek chic" video
(CBS News) If you love science, technology and music as much as your blogger here, then you are in for quite a treat right now. Go ahead and click play to watch these subjects all fused together in the surreal music video above featuring very real robots. It's a total trip, take a look.
Continue »Kids tasting foods for first time in slow motion
(CBS News) The Internet largely seems to agree that "kids are cute." (And overwhelmingly appear to agree on that point when it comes to all things cats.) But they can be pretty finicky eaters when it comes to certain foods, particularly those typically associated with a more developed and refined palate. Which, as it turns out, actually makes them even cuter when watched, especially if it's in slow-motion... Alright, I'm sure you get the picture. Go ahead and watch it all unfold above.
Continue »Pug watching favorite movie may be your favorite
(CBS News) The little pug in this video above is watching the end of his favorite movie of all time. How do I know that it's his favorite? Well, his reaction at various points should make it obvious enough... But go ahead and click play to see and decide for yourself. (And make sure to stick around to see the changes in mood that happen at about 46 seconds and 1:30 into the clip.)
Continue »Chris Hadfield says farewell to ISS with music
(CBS News) Back in February, I may have been slightly overemphatic in the way I expressed the sentiment that you needed to watch Commander Chris Hadfield manage a music first by performing from space along with the Barenaked Ladies back here on earth. Well... stop what you're doing this instant! And watch Commander Hadfield "wow" us all over again with his out of this world goodbye music video above. (And, yes, you really need to see this one!)
Continue »Weekend Music Round-Up: different name edition
(CBS News) You're probably wondering, "What's with the name? I thought this was the Friday Music Round-Up?" Well, yes, it is a music round-up that comes out on Friday. But it posts late in the day and is supposed to be a celebration of the weekend that carries through. So... yeah. That's the thought process. But enough with the questions - let's get this round-up started! And I think you may enjoy the flow I have in place for the first three songs, so see if you can figure it out. We kick things off with the music video for Phoenix's song "Entertainment" above.
Continue »Watch a motorcycle trip from Alaska to Argentina
(CBS News) Much like another amazing item featured this week (that you really should check out by clicking here), this is a bit lengthier than our norm, but is absolutely worth it. (Promise!) Go ahead and click play to take an epic motorcycle trip from Alaska to Argentina above. If you watch in high-definition and fullscreen, you'll almost feel the wind whip through your hair.
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