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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.


Reed Space: Redu Homeroom

Posted on November 6, 2010 Under Art

LET'S REDU from Redu on Vimeo. Reed Space is holding what looks to be an incredible event opening this coming Tuesday night in conjunction with a two-week artistic and fundraising exhibition. Running November 9th–23rd, 2010, join in an effort to…

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Jawbone Jambox

Posted on November 4, 2010 Under Gadgetry

Love it. My friends at Aliph are innovators in every sense of the word. Join me in welcoming the Jambox: It's simply the smallest, best sounding wireless speaker and speakerphone on the planet. You can pre-order yours now! Our pals…

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Supernova Huggable Lighting

Posted on November 3, 2010 Under Design

The Supernova light produces a soft ambient glow that both calms and energizes a space. Perfect for many occasions– and huggable because it's soft to the touch, and lit by a bunch of LED's inside. It works with simple pneumatic…

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Luis Morais: New Work

Posted on November 3, 2010 Under Design

I've written about jewelry designer Luis Morais before– and now he's at it again. I love the juxtaposition of the skulls, teeth, luxury, decadence and mischief. This new line brings unique perspective to the realm of the otherwise ordinary, a fresh…

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Kuyban’s Sustainable Loafers

Posted on November 2, 2010 Under Eco

This loafer has been hand-stitched by Colombian, single women who are responsible to feed large households. I'm not big on Loafers– or, at least I didn't think I was until I saw Kuyban. Their range of men and women's shoes…

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Antoine Corbineau Collages

Posted on October 31, 2010 Under Art

Great acrylic and collages on wood by Antoine Corbineau for sale. One talented guy! Antoine's colourful and often strikingly complex illustrations have already proved hugely popular with companies and organizations all over the world. Using a range of mediums and…

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The 6pm Bag

Posted on October 29, 2010 Under Design

Very nice. Clean lines, supple leather and a very smart concept make 6 p.m. by cncpt-first a high quality bag that can be built around your own personal style and mood. Each bag is simply created by two panels that…

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Porn Palace for God: NYC

Posted on October 28, 2010 Under Art

This might offend a few people, if so, I'm sorry. Jonathan Keats strikes again. Nearly fourteen billion years after the Big Bang, next month an American pornographer will screen intimate scenes from the conception of the cosmos in order to…

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CW Keller Ply

Posted on October 26, 2010 Under Design

Love this shelf built from sustainable plywood materials– all constructed in the USA by CW Keller. Who knew New Hampshire had modern design mojo? Check them out.

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Oil & Water Do Not Mix

Posted on October 26, 2010 Under Art

This is beautiful. A limited edition of 200 posters, screen printed with oil from the Gulf of Mexico disaster. Signed and numbered in pencil. Designed by artist Anthony Burrill. All benefits go to CRCL (Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana) which…

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