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On Online Social Networks & “The Innovation of Loneliness”

(via) “The Innovation of Loneliness” is a quick but incredibly well done and poignant animation by graphic designer Shimi Cohen. The film details how modern media and the rise of social networks like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram have upset our social conventions to the point where we willingly trade conversation for connection, genuine enjoyment for manufactured experiences, and real friendship for carefully curated personal promotion.

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Keeping It Sunny: Antisocial Skateboarders Show Off One of Vancouver’s Better Sides

Antisocial Skateboard Shop is keeping the warm weather and dry pavement energy alive with their latest skate video, shot during the sunny days of summer, and featuring nearly two dozen of their skateboarding crew bringing their skills to the forefront with some seriously beautiful moves - dope soundtrack included.

Proud Backyard Chef Shows Off Outstanding DIY Barbecue Set-Up

From his waterwheel-powered rotisserie to his four-storey filing cabinet full of spuds and corn, this guy is killing it.

This Might Be the Strangest TV Ad Ever Made for a Candy Bar

Everybody keeps secrets, even from their loved ones. This advertisement takes that theme to a bizarre extreme.

How Stainless Steel Knives, Forks and Spoons Are Made

From grinding serrations to spoon bowls, this short video details how our everyday eating implements are made.