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Since when does the Lorax speak for SUV’s?

Posted on March 15, 2012 By Andrew Thaler
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Speechless. httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrvg33vkdFI Open thread to discuss… whatever this is. Related – Truax, a flooring company’s bizarre re-interpretation of the Lorax.

Finding Mellville’s … dragon?!

Posted on August 31, 2010August 31, 2010 By Andrew Thaler
Popular Culture

In another universe, Queequeg is a woman, Ishmael is a harpooner, and the Great White Whale is a … dragon? Somehow, I can’t quite picture this as a faithful adaptation, but it might be fun. Hat tip to Jason. Follow along with our year long expedition into the real Moby Dick at Finding Melville’s Whale. … Read More “Finding Mellville’s … dragon?!” »

What in the larval world is this?

Posted on May 6, 2010May 6, 2010 By Andrew Thaler 6 Comments on What in the larval world is this?
Science

The following photo was taken near the Yadkin River in Davie, North Carolina. According to observers, there were millions of them attached to the sides of trees and undersides of leaves throughout the region. In some places they were hanging so thick they looked like tiny bats. Does anyone know what they are? ~Southern Fried … Read More “What in the larval world is this?” »

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