tagged w/ cultural observation
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This video is an instructional parody on the program, “How to be a cult leader.” This video is interlaced with real footage of Christians engaging in behavior that is identical to brainwashed cult members. Although most Christians do not engage in all of the extreme behaviors depicted in this video, the kinds of abuse propagated in the name of Christianity must be brought to the attention of moderate Christians everywhere.This video is an instructional parody on the program, “How to be a cult... more
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Convince just 100 key companies to go sustainable, and WWF’s Jason Clay says global markets will shift to protect the planet our consumption has already outgrown. Hear how his extraordinary roundtables are getting big brand rivals to agree on green practices first — before their products duke it out on store shelves.Convince just 100 key companies to go sustainable, and WWF’s Jason Clay says... more
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In late July 2010, Bad Astronomer and skeptic, Phil Plait, gave a thoughtful public presentation called "Don't Be A Dick." This video presentation discusses how one presents their skepticism to the public and how they discuss it publicly. There was a lot of positive reaction to the talk, but also some criticism.In late July 2010, Bad Astronomer and skeptic, Phil Plait, gave a thoughtful public... more
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A Monkey Economy is as Irrational as our Human Economy. Why do people make irrational decisions in such a predictable way? Laurie Santos looks for the roots of human irrationality by watching the way our primate relatives make decisions. This video documents a clever series of experiments in “monkeynomics” shows that some of the silly choices we make, monkeys make too.A Monkey Economy is as Irrational as our Human Economy. Why do people make irrational... more
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A Monkey Economy is as Irrational as our Human Economy. Why do people make irrational decisions in such a predictable way? Laurie Santos looks for the roots of human irrationality by watching the way our primate relatives make decisions. This video documents a clever series of experiments in "monkeynomics" shows that some of the silly choices we make, monkeys make too.A Monkey Economy is as Irrational as our Human Economy. Why do people make irrational... more
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Here’s a funny but sad lesson in the perils of nonconformity, or, a lesson for how to carry one’s books to and from school, thanks to Levni Yilmaz (who appears to be a professional dork). This video shows how the method you choose to carry your books may be a more important decision than you think.Here’s a funny but sad lesson in the perils of nonconformity, or, a lesson for... more
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Richard Dawkins argues that humanity's historical predisposition towards religion and supernatural beliefs may have held an evolutionary utility. "The rule of thumb: 'Believe whatever your parents tell you,' quite clearly could have survival value," says Dawkins.Richard Dawkins argues that humanity's historical predisposition towards religion... more
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You hear a lot about the gay agenda in political talk. If you ever wondered what the hell they were talking about, well, watch this revealing video (apparently, it is based upon a real-life email string).You hear a lot about the gay agenda in political talk. If you ever wondered what the... more
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Bockenheimer Turm.
Bockenheim Tower in Bockenheimer Warte, Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
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I am not sure which form of torture would be most likely to make me crack first: being forced to watch paint dry, being forced to watch golf or being forced to watch a cricket match. This British film trailer parody is an amusing look at one of the world's most boring and inane sports.I am not sure which form of torture would be most likely to make me crack first: being... more
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Expats, immigrants, and people who travel internationally often are impressed with differences between their home country and the country they are visiting or living in. I thought I'd write about a few of the daily features of my life in Germany that are different from my life in Seattle and in NYC, sometimes amusing, other times annoying.Expats, immigrants, and people who travel internationally often are impressed with... more
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This video documentary captures a modern-day everyman's dream adventure: one man's extraordinary attempt to survive completely alone in his shed.This video documentary captures a modern-day everyman's dream adventure: one... more
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What is it about *some* men and violence? This video news report seeks to provide amusement and a little insight.What is it about *some* men and violence? This video news report seeks to provide... more
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George Carlin on the freedom of speech: the famous "seven words" that cannot be uttered on the public airwaves in America.George Carlin on the freedom of speech: the famous "seven words" that cannot... more
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Rights are cute ideas. Rights aren't rights at all if someone can take them away. 'God-given rights' are due to the god excuse: if god really gave you rights, he would have given you the right to have food every day and a roof over your head. But god is not (obviously!) taking care of you at all.Rights are cute ideas. Rights aren't rights at all if someone can take them away.... more
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Here's George Carlin's brilliant and witty commentary about baseball (which only serves to further elevate his comedic status in my opinion).Here's George Carlin's brilliant and witty commentary about baseball (which... more
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George Carlin can make anything funny. No, seriously.
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This hilarious video parody is a fly-on-the-wall view of what sometimes happens when a scientific research paper is sent out for peer-review and the mysterious reviewer #3 demands more experiments before the paper is accepted for publication.This hilarious video parody is a fly-on-the-wall view of what sometimes happens when a... more
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This streaming video is a new amateur mockumentary that describes the evolution of the peace sign. It's a silly video, but it's quite well-done.This streaming video is a new amateur mockumentary that describes the evolution of the... more
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This amusing little video reminds me of something .. life, perhaps? How about you?
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