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Friday Videos - May 10th, 2013

posted May 10, 2013 #

Here's your playlist. I'm pretty confident you're going to love it.
  • Riker Sits Down - did you ever notice the skill with which Commander Riker straddles a seat? You'll never unsee it now.
  • Previously on Mad Men - quality ambiguity. Totally senseless if you don't watch the show.
  • But I'm A Nice Guy - incredible animation from Scott Benson. I love everything about it except how short it is.
  • Waka Flock In The Booth - just close your eyes and let it take you to another realm.
  • Magic is Everywhere - yes, I've really run this whole Hotpipes promo thing into the ground but I can't express how much I love this video and song.
  • You're Correct Horse - I honestly thought that Riker video was going to be the greatest thing I'd seen in awhile but this video... this video exists in an entirely different world. It's everything a good Internet video needs to be.
Have a great weekend! See you tomorrow.

Friday Videos - May 3rd, 2013

posted May 3, 2013 #

I can't believe it's May already. MAY!? Time really does whiz right by doesn't it? Fortunately we have this playlist to waste that fleeting time perfectly.
  • The Dribble - is that Stage OJ? Why is this so oddly disgusting?
  • Denise Reise - Trumpet Woman - this is the living version of this.
  • Pogo - SquareBob SpongeMix - even if you have zero familiarity with the Spongebob show you can still find this enjoyable. Pogo's mixes are just so.... optimistic.
  • Don & Bobby Draper Go See Planet of the Apes: The Musical - this won't make any sense if you aren't a fan of Mad Men or The Simpsons but it's a mashup that Matthew Weiner would be proud of. Also, if you aren't reading this you are missing out.
  • The World's Smallest Movie - admittedly, this isn't that entertaining BUT it's a stop motion movie comprised of actual atoms. The manipulation involved with such a thing is pretty incredible and could be the first rudimentary step into solving some serious storage hurdles (bytes as atoms!).
  • Karate Cop (1991) - you think it's going to be your standard Cop Who Does Karate movie but then they blend in some Mad Max craziness and some Sci-Fi Save The Children plotlines. This looks bonkers.
There's plenty of other goodness in here. Go enjoy!

Friday Videos - April 26th, 2013

posted April 26, 2013 #

I'm not going to lie folks, this is not my strongest week. Despite that, I think there are rather enjoyable gems in the playlist. Hopefully you agree.
  • W-E-T P-E-T-S - apparently this ad for Wet Pets has been around for awhile (2006) but it's totally new to me. And it's a real treat.
  • Daft Punk - "Get Lucky" Shredded Version - make no doubt about it, you will get sick of that new Daft Punk song. When you do, just remember this quality version of it.
  • Louis CK - What you get with a basic life - there's some NSFW language here but I think this is the core of Louis CK. He's incredibly curmudgeonly and self-deprecating but occasionally comes with these gems of outstanding positivity; you can't help but love it.
  • ZooBooks - I've been working on a playlist of NEVER FORGET videos and Paige reminded me that this must be included. Still funny. Never forget.
  • Joe Biden - Return of the Mack - can you endure 3:45 of this? Yes. Yes, you can. You will love every second of it. via Paul
  • volscp - this will probably be appealing to .001% of readers but Boards of Canada release a new record on Record Store Day. A single record. One. Then it became known that there were six variations of that record - all leading to pretty engaging bit of sleuthing to discover new music from album. volscp is part of the puzzle. I won't pretend to know the whole scenario but you can keep up with the madness here.
And that's it! Well, except I recommend you watch this and this and this before your day ends.

Have a great weekend!

Friday Videos - April 19th, 2013

posted April 19, 2013 #

It has been a rough week, please enjoy this playlist for some much needed levity. As always, huge thanks to Paul, Mikesell and Chad for all the content that I nab from them. Have a great weekend!

Friday Videos - April 12th, 2013

posted April 12, 2013 #

Guess what? This week's playlist is kinda weird. That's all I have to say about that.
  • Old Spice - Watermelon - the ad agency behind the Old Spice ads pretty much kills it every time. I can't believe how consistently entertained by a cologne or soap ad I am.
  • Elysium Trailer - the next film from Neill Blomkamp finally has a trailer and it looks like a particularly enjoyable sci-fi romp. I'm still smitten with District 9 so I hope this continues that trend of goodness.
  • One Shining Moment - I was, obviously, not really aware of the March Madness song (or any March Madness song) but I am astonished at how well it pairs with this cut of The Shining.
  • Silly, spinning Hawaiian Monk Seal - if you havent' seen it yet be prepared to watch it for a solid hour.
  • Critter and Guitari - is this a drug addled escapade or a legit childrens commercial? The line between the two is thin.
  • Animatronic Ray Charles - aka Pure Terror. Send your nightmare notes to Paul.
Plenty more weirdness to watch over here. Have a great weekend.

Friday Videos - April 5th, 2013

posted April 5, 2013 #

TGIF, amirite? If you haven't seen this video of CMikesell with Gorburger, do yourself a favor and watch it immediately. Otherwise, dive into the playlist.
  • Have Fun Countin' 20's! - nothing like an absolutely serious, aggressively masculine, douchey brag from an overly effeminate source. Thank you Paul.
  • Kung Fu Grandpa in the Food Lion Parking Lot - David sent me this last week and I'm still reeling from its perfection. Even if you've seen it already, see it again.
  • Elvis Presley Intros His Band - I can't believe who he got to play bass.
  • Must Have Popped a Molly - I can't even begin to describe what's happening here. It leaves you with more questions than answers but it's definitely a ride worth taking. Some NSFW language and it may make you question the sanity of humanity but you still have to watch it. via Paige.
  • Coupler - Sideman - okay, you need a little rest after that craziness. Enjoy this strangely calming video from Coupler courtesy of Jon Rogers.
  • Amish Sex Pistols - not to spoil the surprise but after you watch this skit from BBC2 show It's Kevin head over here and watch this Bill Grundy interview with the Sex Pistols. Amazing.
  • Duality - I stumbled across this gif gallery earlier in the week and rather enjoyed the pairing of big cat vs housecat.
  • Bengal Cat vs Golden Retriever - if this had any different music I probably wouldn't share it but the zen / trance like state it puts you in is not to be missed.
There's plenty more to see if you're still not entertained. Have a great weekend!

Friday Videos - March 29th, 2013

posted March 29, 2013 #

Another week, another playlist! Let's get to it. Have a great weekend! Enjoy this little guy.

Friday Videos - March 22nd, 2013

posted March 22, 2013 #

Remember last week when Friday videos was paltry and borderline disappointing? Well, I've overcompensated this week and doubled down with content. Regardless, I think the playlist is solid and undeniably enjoyable.
  • Big Black Delta - Side of the Road - Chad and I play this song ad nauseam, so it's nice to have an official video to go with it. I wish it exploded into some crazy color at the end but I love the glitch effects for none of that to matter.
  • Drunk People are Stupid - be forewarned of the NSFW language but, man oh man, these people are absurdly entertaining.
  • Iowa State Fair - Husband Calling and Mom Calling Contest - we're all forever indebted to Steve for bringing this to our collective attentions. It is, quite possibly, the best thing the Internet has offered us all in some time.
  • Biting Elbows - Bad Motherf***ker - obviously some NSFW content here but it's a crazy well done first person perspective chase video. I can't imagine the cost or resources used but that's what makes it so great.
  • Winny Puhh - I didn't know what this was the first time I watched it. Or the third time. Or the tenth time. The point is, I can't stop watching. Will I ever understand?!
  • Trampoline Kitty - is this cat disturbed by the jumping? Is it loving it? There are few clues to understanding either way.
  • Four Square checkins: NYC vs Tokyo - love this animated infographic of checkins over a 24-hour period. There aren't really any surprises in the data presented but it's still great to see.
  • Harlem reacts to Harlem Shake - lots of disappointed folks here. It's a bummer that anyone would think Harlem Shake is making fun of actual Harlem because it's, frankly, not smart enough to be making any commentary. Regardless, these reactions are priceless, honest and accurate.
  • Beetlejuice Minecraft Rollercoast - watch this and imagine the time it would take to 1) design the ride itself and 2) actually build it brick-by-brick in the Minecraft world. Insane.
  • Introducing JASH - a new original content YouTube channel from Sarah Silverman, Michael Cera, Tim Heidecker, Eric Wareheim and Reggie Watts. Subscribe.
  • Raccoon with a Jetpack - Raccoon with a Jetpack
Have a great weekend!

Friday Videos - March 15th, 2013

posted March 15, 2013 #

Welp, I've been off at SXSW for the past week and really had no time at all for browsing or keeping up with the potential video goodness floating around out there. Despite that, I think this weeks playlist isn't half bad. Have a great weekend. Regular programming resumes on Monday.

Friday Videos - March 8th, 2013

posted March 8, 2013 #

You thought just because I was out of town I would forget Friday Videos? Well, it was close to happening but better late than never, right? Enjoy!
  • Mythbusters Jackass Theme - the right soundtrack and some proper editing makes Mythbusters look an awful lot like Jackass.
  • Life on Mars - just a phenomenal retro-future style animation for your eyes to enjoy.
  • Backflip Madness - new iOS game that we are obsessed with. It's weird and awkward but it's oddly entertaining.
  • Breaking Bad 1995 Style - there's been a lot of these sorts of remakes but this one hits the nail on the head.
  • Beach House - "Wishes" - new Eric Wareheim video for Beach House with Ray Wise being particularly awesome.
  • Cats Can Be Jerks - enjoyable compilation of jerky cats.
  • Dormtainment - Ass on the Internet - from time to time my playlist will include a risque video or two. This is one of those times. This is NSFW, tho just for being inappropriate. That being said, its pretty awesome both in content and execution.
Have a great weekend!

Friday Videos - March 1st, 2013

posted March 1, 2013 #

Before you do anything else - look at this. A fight broke out at a North Carolina fashion show and things escalated to table throwing. It's unfortunate that it got this bad but this woman's ability to throw furniture and catch hurling objects perfectly is spellbinding.

Okay, on to the playlist. Have a great weekend!

Friday Videos - Feb 22nd, 2013

posted February 22, 2013 #

This weeks playlist may be a little heavy on the animal videos but, ya know what, deal with it! They are delightful, I promise. That's it! Have a great weekend.

Friday Videos - Feb 15th, 2013

posted February 15, 2013 #

It's another week, another playlist. Some you have, undoubtedly, seen already but I think you'll still get some enjoyment regardless. Have a great weekend everyone. Maybe I'll see you out and about.

Friday Videos - Feb 8th, 2013

posted February 8, 2013 #

You know the drill. Watch the playlist and browse various extras if you're in need of more. Especially that Lizzy Caplan short. BONUS Watch this kid. All weekend.

Friday Videos - Feb 1st, 2013

posted February 1, 2013 #

Welcome to February! Where does the time go? Seriously. Where does it go? Enjoy this playlist and have yourself a phenomenal weekend.
  • First attempt at a Ski Jump - I recently confirmed with myself that I should never, ever, ski. This video is just further evidence that are plenty of other folks like myself out there.
  • Lynn Hischberg's Screen Test: Lena Dunham - if you've been watching GIRLS you know how accurate of a parody this is.
  • Samsung El Plato Supreme - you know it's Superbowl Weekend when you see a commercial with Bob Odenkirk, Seth Rogen and Paul Rudd. Oh, and it's actually pretty funny.
  • Flood Surprise - never underestimate the stupidity of people.
  • Black Mirror: Series 2 - I've talked about this show a few times before. Charlie Brooker's grim look at technology and society is a great watch.. glad to see it's returning for a second run.
  • Oh hey, I didn't see you there - a Kickstarter Supercut of recurring greetings. Some of the variations are amazing.
  • Cat Meets Snow - because every week should have a fun animal video.
  • Jeff's Morning Workout - because every week should have a phenomenal dance video.
BONUS Take care!

Friday Videos - Jan 25th, 2013

posted January 25, 2013 #

This weeks playlist is largely stolen from my friend Paul. No, he didn't supply all the videos but I definitely snagged a great deal of it from him. Regardless, enjoy. BONUS If you still need more, check here or here. Have a great weekend!

Friday Videos - Jan 18th, 2013

posted January 18, 2013 #

I'm posting these videos from the past so that in the future you can enjoy them in the present. Follow that? It doesn't matter. This playlist is weird but I think there's something good in there for you to enjoy. If I missed something crucial, I bet it's viewable here.
  • NFL Bad Lip Reading - glad to see them branching out into mocking more forms of television. Approved.
  • KLOL 101 - a lot of videos these days ape the 70's / 80's video aesthetic, I'd love to see this sort of graphic collaging become more commonplace. Get on it, Internet.
  • My Heart Will Go On - nothing like a recorder solo to brighten up your day. It's an endurance challenge for the ages. via Paige.
  • Big Time Pranks with Dan Klein - check out this hilarious prank call to Bumble Bee Foods. Super funny.
  • True Facts About Morgan Freeman - not entirely hysterical but when it hits, it's real good.
Okay, hopefully you found something good in there. Bear with me, I'm in the past! This stuff was all funny and relevant when I cobbled it together.. don't blame me that time has soiled it.

Have a good weekend.

Gone to Sundance

posted January 17, 2013 #

Sundance 2013
I'm off to Salt Lake City for the next few days to partake in my first Sundance. The crew and I will be taking in some movies, enjoying the city and, hopefully, meeting some filmmakers interested in getting their films directly into the hands of fans. I'll do my best to keep up with tweets and whatnot for the sidebar but, ideally, I'll be too busy! I've got some posts queued up for tomorrow and, of course, Friday Videos will be around.

For today, go give the new Roy Ira a listen (it's on Spotify if you prefer that) and then read the latest issue of NATV.

Friday Videos - Jan 11th, 2013

posted January 11, 2013 #

I received guff from a myriad of people last week for not posting Friday Videos! I'm sorry, I was still on vacation! Hopefully this playlist makes up for it. It has all the classic elements needed for a good playlist - animal videos, weird video edits, unsettling dancing, trombone and children going nuts. Enjoy.
  • Dubstep Bird - I want a supercut of the Internet's best 5-second-and-under viral videos. I'd put this on the playlist as well.
  • Cat Share - you'd think there's a simple solution here involving two saucers but then we wouldn't get this great video. Russian Internet continues to dominate. 2013 is their year.
  • Qualcomm CES 2013 Keynote - touted as "The Most Insane Keynote Ever." It's actually hard to disagree once you see everything they threw into the presentation. The best part? I don't even know what product they're trying to convince me of.
  • Hard of Hearing Vader - have you seen this already this week? Probably. Are Star Wars parody videos tough to swallow? Yes. Is this one an exception to that rule? I believe so.
  • GoPro Trombone - yes. A million times. Yes.
  • Anamanaguchi - [Meow] - If there is a more perfect chiptunes music video I am not aware of its existence. This has it all.
  • Xylophone Madness - wait for it. Waaaait for it. via Mixel.
  • Popped a Molly I'm Sweating: Dance Party for One - this is one of those videos that's best to know as little about as humanly possible. via Paul.
Plenty more goodness in the Syndicate Feed if you need it.

Have a great weekend!

Friday Videos - Dec 21st, 2012 (Christmas Edition)

posted December 21, 2012 #

I had big plans to make an Apocalypse Edition of Friday Videos but then it occurred to me that 99% of conspiracy videos are real boring. So, in lieu of that, I've put together this Christmas playlist. There's some bonus links below and, as always, the running syndicate feed to keep you occupied.
  • Christmas Sweatz - just when you think the song has overstayed its welcome, they switch it up. Rhett and Link keep delivering the goods.
  • Cat Scared of Mario Jump - you may think this isn't Christmas related but watch this video with your family and I bet good money you'll all be closer as a unit for the unified enjoyment.
  • A Charlie Brown Christmas Reunion: Louis CK style - this is actually too accurate of a parody.
  • Santa's Slay Trailer - did you know that Bill Goldberg starred as Satan's only son, Santa in Santa's Slay? So bad it's good.
  • Jingle Cats - Let It Snow - I will warn you right now, this is a rabbit hole of videos that you don't want to get caught in but probably won't be able to resist.
  • Giggle with Goats Holiday Performance - I was really hoping this was going to be Jingle Bells as sung by goats but it turns out it's just a bunch of footage of kid's being jovial. So delightful.
  • Arnold's Very Special XMAS Party - this is incredibly difficult to watch but what would you expect from an Everything Is Terrible editing Arnold Christmas Special? Regardless, lots of star power involved. What's going on Randy Travis?!
  • Wonderful Christmas Time - Yes, this song is hilariously polarizing but this particular video version is off the charts ridiculous.
BONUS Have a great one. Posting will be sparse between now and 2013 but I'll try to drop some treats on ya!
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