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Josh Spear: I'm a frequent-flyer-mile-collector trying to visit every country in the world, sushi addict that loves omakase and active investor. Since 2004 this site has been a place for me to share highlights from art, culture, technology and global trends that I care about.


The Super Prize Draw: Tate Modern

Posted on September 15, 2006 Under Art

If you ever wanted to get into 3D modeling, Supernatural Studios is giving everyone attending the Tate Modern lecture series this coming Monday a chance to win a permanent license for the latest Autodesk Maya 8 program, a training course…

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Maki Sushi Plates

Posted on September 14, 2006 Under Design

I'm digging CB2's new Maki Sushi Plates. If you missed it for whatever reason, CB2 is Crate and Barrels 'hipper' line of goods. These plates are made of durable porcelain with a matte finish available in white, black, or orange.…

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BMW Art Car Tour

Posted on September 14, 2006 Under Art

The BMW Art Car Collection just started its world tour through international museums worldwide. BMW cars hand painted by artists like Roy Lichtenstein's 320i in 1977 (right) and Andy Warhol's M1 in 1978 (left) are currently being exhibited at the…

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Sonos Does Rhapsody

Posted on September 14, 2006 Under Music

The best wireless, multi-room digital music system, the one and only Sonos just got a heck-of-a-lot better. Today Sonos announced a partnership with Rhapsody, making them the first ever computer-free way to stream literally millions of songs into any-room in…

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Pangea Organics

Posted on September 13, 2006 Under Design

Pangea Organics seems to be one of the biggest players (while still keeping their integrity) in the quickly growing organic bath-product game. They have a sustainable manufacturing processes, never using petroleum, synthetic preservatives, sulfates or detergents. I had a chance…

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TV On The Radio

Posted on September 13, 2006 Under Music

Plug in your nicest set of headphones for this one"”you will need them to fully appreciate the deep, layered audio of the newest from TV on the Radio, a group of five Brooklynites who have so far impressed the toughest…

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iTunes Integrates Coverflow

Posted on September 12, 2006 Under Life

I raved about CoverFlow back in July-- the brilliant application that allowed OS X users to browse their entire iTunes collection by album cover. I guess it's clear Apple was listening to the masses (or reading this blog): Today's 'Showtime'…

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The Condiment Packet Musuem

Posted on September 11, 2006 Under Design

Ketchup, Mustard, Relish, BBQ Sauce, Soy Sauce, Mayo, and Honey-- just a few types of condiments inside The [online] Original Condiment Package Museum. There are currently over 924 unique packets for your viewing pleasure. The curator says he obtains these…

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GO OHSO Goes On Airplanes

Posted on September 10, 2006 Under Travel

This post is in no way meant to condone breaking TSA rules, but from someone who has been traveling non-stop lately and completely irked by the current carry-on restrictions, I had to share the following discovery from the GO OHSO…

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Weeklydrop at Magic

Posted on September 10, 2006 Under Fashion

Our pals over at Weeklydrop, Rob 'Hepdog' Heppler and Jeff Carvalho got absolutely wild at the Magic Trade Show in Vegas last week. They got up close and personal interviews with folks like the legendary Stash, New York jewelry designer…

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