Links of Interest 2/9

Gil Scott Heron returns. And we should all be happy about that.

Heroes is still on? I was honestly surprised when I heard that news. Here's an interview with the creator, Tim Kring.

I sometimes wonder how George Lucas feels about the fans' constant trashing of his movies. And then I remember that he's a billionaire and probably doesn't care. Regardless, here's a movie about the obsession people have with the man.

I'm not gonna lie; I wish I could spin a pen on my hand.

If you only have limited time, here are the must sees of the Vancouver Olympics.

First, I hate that Esquire unironically uses the term "man code" in this "guide" to wooing your loved one with music on Valentine's Day. But I will give him a thumbs not just for the Fela Kuti shout out, but also the recognition that Fela Kuti can be clothes-taking-off music. I've been shouting that for years.

However, he commits the ultimate sin by namechecking D'Angelo as the "go to" when all else fails, without even casually mentioning Marvin Gaye. To me, this is offensive. I'm guessing D'Angelo would suggest Marvin Gaye if he were asked. Save for Here, My Dear, you can't go wrong with Marvin Gaye playing in your bedroom.

I will say this article has given me the idea to come up with a nice little setlist for Valentine's Day. Look for it in the coming days.

Seriously, I bowed out when the author started talking about meeting yourself after walking through a time travel gate.

Inside the campaigns, strategies and history of Oscar nominations.

Sure, there's some science in this article, but really it's just cool to look at lightning in slow motion.

I had no idea these two were married.

Links of Interest 2/8

So what do the superbowl ads really say about us?

After reading that cheery dissertation, why not find out how this year's ads did?

And then check out the ten worst superbowl ads of all time.

Would Howard Stern make a good Simon?

New Orleans is still standing. Thankfully, it didn't join these cities.

In case you're in need of a Conan fix.

The book stunk. It read like a cliched movie. So I have no idea what the movie will look like.

Unlike the majority of America, I am excited for the Olympics. Why not check out some facts about them?

Links of Interest 2/5

Pictures from the Tough Guy Competition held in England every year. You have to see it to believe it.

This guy may like Jaws more than me. I stress may. For if I were to try to recreate scenes, I'd at least give some effort to wardrobe choice. If nothing else, an awesome blazer or two like the mayor has. Regardless, any Jaws fan should click on this link.

Care to take a look back at all the Superbowl commercials that have aired over the years?

An interactive timeline of the happenings in Lost. Not sure if it helps anything at this point. But it's cool.

Sometimes the extras on a DVD are underwhelming. But sometimes, they're all sorts of cool. Check out this list to catch the cool ones.

Guessing where the Internet is headed in the next year.

Good discussion topic for a late night bar excursion. Who's your favorite bad ass?

Dirty money - and how it gets into the U.S.

You know, you can learn a lot about life from watching a chicken.

That Lil Wayne sure is crazy!

Links of Interest 2/4

A pro and con look at Twitter.

A look at how conspiracy theories can negatively affect how people think. Or so they would have you believe.

Salt is ok; it's the sodium that will get you.

A new We Are the World gathering for Haiti relief.

I added this review for Kingdom of the Spiders simply because I love this movie.

So what does a military MRE really taste like?

Some of the science in Lost explained. Well, at least an attempt to explain it.

Awesome trick shots in sports.

Just in case you happen to fall out of an airplane.

We like to help people out here at the Popcorn Trick. So, just in case you suddenly come into a large sum of money that you'd like to keep quiet, why not set up an offshore bank account?

Links of Interest 2/1

The Grammys last night were, uh, interesting.

When artists pick a cover and try to kick it up a notch. Sometimes it works. More than not however, it doesn't.

Not a huge hype year for Sundance. Your opinion may vary on whether that's good or bad. Regardless, here's a recap of what happened on the mountain Redford built.

Well this article was a bait and switch. I feel cheated.

The top 10 worst athlete signings of the last decade and no Philadelphia teams? The top 5 alone could have involved the Sixers!

What really goes on at those American Idol auditions?

At first glance, this list of everything John Locke said in Season 5 of Lost seems great. But then, you have to realize (well I think you have to realize) that for the last half of the season, it wasn't John Locke. And so it kind of falls apart. Still, freshen up for the premiere tomorrow.

With the Internet it's easier than ever to find that special someone, regardless of your interests.

Say what you want about Lady GaGa (though honestly, it's probably been already said) but you have to give her credit for spicing up a struggling music industry and succeeding.

A voodoo scholar (one of the better titles I've read in awhile) tries to set the record straight about the religion in the face of the Haiti earthquake.