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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.


Scott Langton: Cashmere Hoody

Posted on February 13, 2006 Under Fashion

I've been loving the work of NYC based designer Scott Langton since last August when I spotted a piece he did with Vaut 49. He really is talented, and is carving a signature design niche for himself. I've been living…

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The String Republic

Posted on February 12, 2006 Under Fashion

The String Republic is the work of French graphic artist Stephane Bucco. He originally created this project when he noticed the amazing revival of the flip flops and clogs-- which reminded him of the French espadrilles his grandfather used to…

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Vojo Energy Mints

Posted on February 10, 2006 Under Travel

I've been meaning to post this for a while, but I'm still recovering from a caffeine induced coma and subsequent addiction withdrawal I suffered from these mints. No really, these mints are incredible and certainly are worthy of a title…

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Freebord Deck Design Contest

Posted on February 10, 2006 Under Design

First off, if you're not familiar with Freebord, check them out-- their futuristic-skateboard design is certifiably nuts and will change the art of summer riding forever. They're holding a 2006 Deck Design Contest with support from Snickers. The winners' art…

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CoreCase and Mimobot Giveaway Deadline

Posted on February 10, 2006 Under Gadgetry

At the end of the day on Monday I'll be choosing 8 random addresses from my mailing list. 6 lucky readers will get some aluminum CoreCases for their iPod nano, and 2 very, very lucky readers will get a set…

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Nossa: Che Poppa

Posted on February 9, 2006 Under Fashion

I'd seen this shirt around before on a couple of hipsters but never knew where they got it. The Che Poppa shirt is by a design group called Nossa. They blend 'NY Steez with Brazilian Culture'. Along with a pretty…

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$10 at Threadless.com.. Again!

Posted on February 9, 2006 Under Fashion

A little birdie told me a few codes they found around the 'internets' that make any order over at Threadless just $10. There are a few rules though-- you have to buy at least 3 or more t-shirts, and the…

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Aural New York

Posted on February 8, 2006 Under Gadgetry

I realize not everyone can afford $300 noise-reducing headphones for their iPod but still want to shy away from the mundane white factory ear buds. For those of you who aren't necessarily concerned with having the ultimate sound quality but…

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Core Cases: iPod Nano

Posted on February 8, 2006 Under Gadgetry

The good guys over at Core Cases hit me up with a big rainbow pile of their new aluminum iPod nano cases to give away to all my readers. I've got a handful of colors, and even some exclusive ones…

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I’m a Liver Not a Fighter

Posted on February 8, 2006 Under Fashion

Listen up all youI Heart Guts fans, this just in: The 'I'm a Liver Not a Fighter' t-shirt is now available for your consumption. Silkscreened on a super-soft sweatshop free American Apparel t-shirt, it's available for for men in a…

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