April 2008
WatchIf anyone asks you why you spend so much time blogging or doing fun stuff on the web, tell them to watch this video.
Answering the big questions →
Designers begin by asking questions.
Inspired by the mantra above, IDEO asked attendees at TED2008 a series of “big questions” that were aimed to challenge the attendees and incite discussion and conversation.
I believe that it’s not just designers, however, that begin by asking questions.
“In the United States today, public behavior is ruled by a kind of compulsory...”
– Joan Acocella
Metronauts Go West - To Hamilton →
Last month’s Metronauts unconference was a success in many ways. Not only was the event registered to capacity, but the ideas and and conversations that were introduced that day continue to be the focus of discussion both on the Metronauts website and in transporation policy discussion across the GTA and Hamilton.
Missed the last Metronauts event? Couldn’t make it that weekend?...
“We’re thrilled to announce that we have a deal with Apple to bring the...”
– Ted Rogers
WatchIs Chris Nolan remaking Tim Burton’s Batman?
“Not only is the forever stamp a bright light in a tough economy, it is also...”
– Mike Nizza in the NYT
Rethinking the blog comment policy →
Ever read something on this site and feel like you need to respond? Apparently, you’re not the only one.
In the past two weeks, I have received at least ten emails or Twitter messages asking me why I have disabled comments on Eloquation; most of them requested that I open up comments and allow the conversation to grow around my writing.
I’m thinking about it. But before I do, some context…
“Some people are just so analog.”
– Rebecca Bollwitt
SummerCamp Dance Party: Creativity at CiRCA →
You’ve been to CiRCA before, but I’m sure you’ve never been to a shindig there like the one going down this Tuesday: the SummerCamp Dance Party.
Unlike the parties that typically take place at this award-winning Toronto nightclub, organizer Mark Kuznicki (who is teaming up with CaseCamp organizer Eli Singer to bring us the special soirée) claims that this Tuesday’s event...
“In victory, you deserve champagne. In defeat, you need it.”
– Napoleon Bonaparte
“There’s a possibility that really great web design receives neither praise...”
– Dan Cederholm
“A desk is a dangerous place from which to watch the world.”
– John le Carre
Ryerson Film Festival Showcases Local Talent →
The 5th annual Ryerson University Film Festival (RUFF) — a weekend-long showcase of the thesis film projects by the graduating students of Ryerson’s School of Image Arts — kicks off in two weeks, and if you haven’t already made plans to be there, make sure you do now.
The films you see at the festival may end up being a piece of history: graduates of Ryerson’s programme may...
Really achieving my childhood dreams →
I have a friend who lives in London that makes me incredibly happy every time I see her. Not only do we always have a wonderful time together, but she always challenges me, asks me questions that get me thinking about the world and my place within it.
Last night, as we were out for a few drinks at Jewel, she asked me a question that has actually been on my mind for a few days: “What are your...
“Anyone born in the same year as George Clooney and Michael J. Fox is alright...”
– Mena Trott on Obama
“The person you love is 72% water.”
– Written on a wall in sociology class. (via afemme)
Qwitter →
This is one of many great examples of how Twitter can be used for the public good. Congratulations to everyone involved.
Sapiosexuality
I found this term over on Claudia’s tumblelog:
Sapiosexuality
(sā-pē-ō-sĕk-shü-ăl’ĭ-tē)
(n.) A behavior of becoming attracted to or aroused by intelligence and its use.
Well here I go: I’m a sapiosexual and I’m not afraid to admit it.
I had a friend who once said, “Vasta, you’re not attracted to women, you’re attracted to talent.” She...
10 Reasons Why Shea Stadium is Better Than Yankee... →
Some of my favorites:
Nothing buried there but ‘07 Mets
24 fewer championship banners = improved sight lines
Absence of Yankee fans
Awesome.
Roger Ebert, the critic behind the thumb →
As a film industry writer and part-time film critic, I have to tip my hat to Roger Ebert. He may not be my favorite critic, but his knowledge and love for film shines in every single article and review he may write.
He was also the man that made film criticism glamorous: a man that inspired young people like me to believe that there is some value in a domain that many consider unnecessary in...
“Me love cookies. Me tend to get out of control when me see cookies. Me know it...”
– Cookie Monster
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