A Hotel for Japan-Loving Hipsters
What if you had to create a Japanese cultural experience in a Western hotel? That box led to Chip Conley's Hotel Tomo in San Francisco, with anime art covering the walls, beanbag chairs, and gaming ...READ»
Tonight I'm parting with 10 bucks to catch Talladega Nights: The Ballad Of Ricky Bobby, Will Ferrell's NASCAR parody. In mocking the NASCAR industry, the film also pokes fun at its corporate sponsorships -- but not at the expense of ...READ»
Watch out, Stan Lee! You're not the only old coot trying to cash in
again on a decades-old creative burst. Seventies schlockmeisters Sid
and Marty Krofft make their bid for Marvel Comics -- like cultural
relevance via Will ...READ»
A Kick In the Career: What happened to face-to-face networking? In this week's column, humorist and career expert Tom Stern wonders whether social networking is really conducive to launching one's career.READ»
DreamWorks Animation's $150 million blockbuster Megamind hits theaters this November, helmed by Brad Pitt, Will Ferrell, and Tina Fey. But the true stars of this film aren't necessarily the names in big letters. Has celebrity talent become secondary?READ»
Rock 'n' roll mouthwash aside, if ever a product was made for music, it is denim. The latest bunk-up between jeans and musicians is courtesy of Levi's, which has paired with a bunch of monster artists for its Levi's Pioneer ...READ»
The boldest move in network TV this fall? "The Big Bang Theory" is moving to Thursday nights. Yawn. But on the Web, new-media networks like Funny or Die and performers such as Felicia Day are producing imaginative shows that redefine must-see viewing -- whether you watch on an iPad or a Web-enabled TV. Sit back, relax, and reprogram your prime time.READ»
People take their favorite ads seriously--witness the huge response to Inc.com’s list last week of the “The 10 Best Slogans of All Time,” which popped up Wednesday on Digg.com and promptly touched off a groundswell of impassioned debate. From Tony the Tiger to milk moustaches, many PR campaigns have left a lasting impression on people. Here are some of the best nominations from Digg.com users.READ»
Very Short List delivers one excellent item to your inbox, daily: Books, films, music, web-things, and dispatches on science and technology. Click through to meet the real-life Indiana Jones, see a striking collection of web animations, and learn how to avoid overspending.READ»
While working as a creative director at Arnold Worldwide in Boston, Kevin Grady landed a choice account as the original design director on the Truth anti-smoking campaign, propelling him to fame. His "Singing Cowboy" ...READ»
Funny or Die CEO Dick Glover and creative director Andrew Steele reveal the innerworkings of the Web site and HBO show that may hold the key to the future of comedy.READ»
Steve Nash may not be the NBA's Woody Allen or Spike Lee yet, but he is becoming a triple threat in online video as a writer, director and (irreverent) actor.READ»
The sketch group Honor Student have been making Internet videos since 2006, but their work with Funny or Die has led to greater exposure, including slots on the HBO late-night show "Funny or Die Presents."READ»
