Culture
On Voting For Babies and Picking Fights With People Who Drink Juice
In his latest read of the news headlines, Sean Orr wonders at the mayoral race and people who defend the real estate market.
Vancouver Would Be Cooler If Its Sunniest Blind Walls Had Scaffolded Gardens
The GreenBelly Project is a concept that would see boring, windowless urban walls producing all kinds of deliciousness.
The Origins of One of the Most Ubiquitous Terms in the English Language
The ultimate neutral affirmative "OK" gets its fascinating and long history adroitly sussed out in this short doc from Vox.
On Brutal Rent Increases and Sharing the Silly Opinions of Washed Up Hockey Players
In his latest read of the news headlines, Sean Orr wonders at mass despair and is reminded of the revolutionary fate of landlords.
New Community-Building Initiative ‘On the Table’ Aims to Connect Vancouverites
For their 75th anniversary, the Vancouver Foundation is facilitating a province-wide event of food, friends and conversations.
Seven Films at VIFF You Absolutely Need to See
This year's festival includes almost as many films and events as there are days in the year. These are the movies we won't be missing.
Taking a Second Look With Local Photography Legend, Lincoln Clarkes
An insightful and introspective long form interview with one of Vancouver's most prolific and talented photographers.
What Does It Sound Like to Be Field House Brewing’s Joshua Vanderheide?
The brewery owner's choices tie into early days of Field House and those keeping the good vibes alive in the tasting room today.
On the Danger of ‘Helmetless Hipsters’ and Billing Oil Companies for Forest Fires
In his latest read of the news headlines, Sean Orr finds the local paper investigating stickers and a cop getting out of hand.
A Woodsy Escape to Oregon’s Beautiful Suttle Lodge
The newest incarnation of this 80 year retreat in the middle of Oregon's nowhere is straight out of a Wes Anderson film.
Why Does Repeatedly Telling Obvious Lies Work So Well in Politics?
"For leaders like Trump and Putin, telling big lies isn't about persuasion -- it's about power." So states this explainer from Vox.
Westward Music Festival Gets Ready to Take Over Downtown Vancouver
There are over two dozen Canadian and international artists slated to play the city's best indoor venues for their sophomore event.
Just a Couple of Really Enthusiastic Dudes in Full-Body Spandex Suits
"Don't you think the Green Men should be paid to be at the games...like as much or even more than the zamboni guy?"
On Shady Backroom Giveaways and the Trouble With Protecting Second Period Leads
In his latest read of the news headlines, Sean doesn't get his hopes up over a court ruling and laments an ironic death at WCB.
The Creator of Coco Cake Land Musically Traces Her Life to Date in Three Albums
The food blogger's picks are a soundtrack for personal teenage milestones and rocking out to while whipping up cakes in the kitchen.
In a City of Shrinking Balconies, Could We Please Have Some That Bloom?
Architect Manuel Herz's 'Ballet Mécanique' apartments in Central Zurich could teach local developers a thing or two about balconies.
How an Award-Winning Lover of BC Wine Fell For Local Grapes
Celebrated sommelier Jason Yamasaki of Joey Restaurant Group is the first to answer our new Q & A series, Picking Grapes.
On Coin Operated Street Lamps and Smoking Out the Joys of Summer
In Sean Orr's latest read of the news headlines, he finds Doug Ford being thick as bricks and wildfire smoke making people stupid.
We Want This Lunar ‘Orbit’ Light So We Can Play God at the Dinner Table
The collectible piece by South African artist Jesse Ede was designed to mimic the movement of a moon around a planet.
Vancouver Would Be Cooler If Its People Could Explore a Gigantic Model of It
This massive architectural model of New York City got us thinking how cool it would be to see Vancouver similarly represented.
New Exhibition of Paintings by Bobby Mathieson Opening Soon at Betamax
As well as the artworks on display, "Natural Plot Line" will also include the live painting of two original works of art on September 12/13.
On Indelicate Discourse and the Soulless Corporate Vampire Sucking Vancouver Dry
In his latest read of the headlines, Sean Orr wonders at Vancouver vs. Airbnb, political wannabes and frozen wages.
Delicious Scenes From a BC Winery’s First Longtable Dinner in 12 Years
Picturesque Joiefarm hosted a very memorable meal in the orchard of their Naramata winery last week. Take a look...
The Musical Education of Faculty Brewing’s Mauricio Lozano
The Head Brewer and learned craft beer lover's picks range from political punk and uplifting island vibes to good ol' fashioned grunge.
If the American President Breaks the Law, How Does Impeachment Actually Work?
NPR's Ron Elving breaks down the fascination Constitutional mechanism that could force the removal of the President.
On Sympathy for Bigfoot Convictions and Throwing Rocks at the Wildfire Smoke
Sean Orr's latest read of the news headlines finds vile personal insults and people playing the blame game with BC's wildfires.
New Animation Shows Faces of The Rolling Stones Aging From 1962 to 2018
This fan made short film chronologically pairs the music of the band with the faces of its members as they age over 56 years.
When the Smoke Clears, We Want a Weekend Away in This Mountain Lookout
Set in the midst of 160 acres of private land, this mountain lookout was built in 2009, modelled after the early 20th century fire lookouts.
