The Sony Walkman came out 45 years ago today. It would sell 200m units and ushered in age of personal consumer electronics (cellphone, iPod, iPhone). An interesting detail is that Akio Morita — Sony’s legendary boss at the time — thought it would be too “anti-social” and

SF microclimates = 30 degree difference across 7 miles

The courage to step aside. What Biden might learn from Netflix’s first CEO:

If you’re ever feeling like your dreams may be too big or audacious, just remember The Rock has a line of shampoos and conditioners, despite being completely bald.

I would watch a feature length documentary about the two women who voice The Minions in Italian

Very excited to break into Nate Silver‘s new book this weekend!

San Francisco, 1906.

Okay this one takes it home

my favorite lynch moment isn’t a film scene but a memo to the projectionists for mulholland drive. caps lock type juxtaposed with a gentle tone, visual illustration for clarity, perfect use of red, and a very saucy signature as the cherry on top. graphic design masterclass

I asked ChatGPT to invent 10 new words and they were mostly lame but "nullcraft" is pretty good.

There’s an essay where a famous magician says the secret to magic is doing an inconceivable amount of work for a trick. So much work that it’s easier for audience to believe you are magic. I think this might be the key to doing anything great.

Proof our planet isn't flat

Fascinating slow-motion footage of what happens when a droplet falls into a pool of water, a phenomenon known as a coalescence cascade. 📽: Steven Trainoff

The Japanese style of wrapping gifts

Star Search returns tonight as a LIVE interactive show. You'll be able to use your remote to vote on who wins, with results impacting the show in real time. Can't wait for everyone to see what the team has built! Episode 1 goes live tonight at 6pm PT. netflix.com/tudum/articles…

I don’t think it’s an exaggeration to say this is one of humanity’s great athletic achievements. Alex is too humble to make that case but given the severity of failure and the pressure of the crowds, I think it’s up there. Congratulations Alex Honnold!

Curry instincts are crazy 😭

We finally made it to perfect February. What a beautiful calendar

IT’S WILD THAT THE MOST EFFECTIVE WAY TO SAVE SOMETHING AS A PDF IS TO LIE TO YOUR COMPUTER THAT YOU’RE ABOUT TO PRINT IT 😭😭😭

LINK NOOOOO!!!!!!