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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.


Tagür: Now On Sale

Posted on December 6, 2005 Under Fashion

Remember those customizable shoes I mentioned a few weeks ago? They're finally available and on sale just in time for the holiday gift giving season. Rumor has it at the end of the month we'll see what the big dogs…

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Adam Kalkin’s Push Button House

Posted on December 6, 2005 Under Design

Adam Kalkin is one of the most inventive and creative people I have read about in a very long time. His Push Button house was on display this past weekend in Miami Beach, but the shipping container with a luxury…

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Keep Your Laces Loose

Posted on December 6, 2005 Under Fashion

Sneaker Freaker keeps working away with tons of fresh content and great concepts -- they're really the definitive source on sneaker culture these days. Issue 7 is out and hot as ever, and if you haven't checked out Sneaker Freaker…

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Scott Rench: Try Walking On My Shoes

Posted on December 6, 2005 Under Art

Scott Rench needs little introduction on my site, his work continues to amaze us all. He has what looks like an amazing show up at the Dubhe Carreno Gallery in Chicago. I've got some exclusive photos of the show courtesy…

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Kobayashi 5

Posted on December 5, 2005 Under Design

One of my blog friends, and all around favorite behind-the-scene bloggers in the blogosphere went ahead and started a new and more sophisticated site. Kobayashi 5 offers a nice perspective on art, design, fashion, music, and technology through the eyes…

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Threadless $10 Holiday Sale

Posted on December 5, 2005 Under Fashion

Threadless is at it again with the annual $10 Holiday Sale. That means all their t-shirts are on sale for $10-- with hundreds to choose from you're bound to find something for yourself, family, or friends for the holidays. $10,…

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Karmaloop Store Opening

Posted on December 2, 2005 Under Fashion

In celebration of Karmaloop's new store at 160 Newbury Street in Boston, they threw an extremely nutty party last week. And you better believe there was a JS.com correspondent on the scene. Apparently the venue was packed to the brim…

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Save the Pearlroth House!

Posted on December 2, 2005 Under Design

The super-fun Pearlroth House of Westhampton Beach, New York is in great danger of being torn down, and I need all you mid-century modern architecture fans to help save it! If you're not familiar with the modern/abstract homes, of Andrew…

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World Aids Day: Become A Drug Dealer

Posted on December 1, 2005 Under Design

Today is Worlds AIDS Day. I'd like to point everyone over to Keep A Child Alive an incredible organization with tons of information and several ways to donate to help fight AIDS in Africa. There's also a great song by…

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Bong Vodka Miami

Posted on December 1, 2005 Under Design

I'm heading down to Miami for Art Basel, and the official launch party for Bong Vodka. For the time being the vodka will only be available to select accounts in Florida, but there is rumor that's going to change very…

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