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Zero Dark Thirty–script with tales about the production, writer, cast, director. Mark Boal was the screenwriter for Zero Dark Thirty. It received 5 Oscar nominations best picture, best script, best actress, directed by Kathryn Bigelow.
Recipes | Panera Bread broccoli cheese soup - with how-to videos. Panera Bread broccoli cheese soup recipe with how-to videos for the soup and baking bread for the bread bowl. Broccoli simmered in velvety smooth cheese sauce
Science Friday is a weekly discussion of the latest news in science, technology, health, and the environment hosted by Ira Flatow.
Science Friday is broadcast over public radio stations nationwide as part of NPR’s ‘Talk of the Nation’ programming. Each week, they focus on science topics that are in the news and try to bring an educated, balanced discussion to bear on the scientific issues at hand.
Panels of expert guests join Science Friday’s host, Ira Flatow, a veteran science journalist, to discuss science – and to take questions from listeners during the call-in portion of the program.
Toni Dove takes a high-tech approach to art—her mixed-media performances star cyborgs and robots and employ mechanical three-dimensional projection screens. Performers animate video puppets through custom-built motion-sensing software (easier seen than said). With some operatic singers thrown in, a visit to Dove’s studio feels like a trip into a futuristic Wonderland. (more…)
Apps | 10 great apps to assist your work day productivity. These 10 apps perform both simple tasks, like managing your to-do list, & complex ones like allowing remote access to your computer. Help you get work done
Apps | Pocket - saves articles, videos, & more for later viewing later. With the app, Pocket, you can save articles, videos, etc, directly from your browser or apps like Twitter, Flipboard, Pulse, etc Automatically syncs to devices.
With this Starbucks eggnog latte recipe, you can savor the holidays with a rich espresso beverage that’s complemented with subtle holiday spices, steamed milk and topped with nutmeg.
Winter conjures up memories old and new, cold and bright and, of course, the holidays. With friends and family coming together this time of year, here’s your chance to enjoy the season and reconnect with a classic treat that will keep you warm and fuzzy all season long.
Whether your winter is snowy, rainy or just plain cold, this classic Starbucks latte has been keeping fans warm since 1986. And now, you can enjoy the tradition too. (more…)
Animal Wellness Foundation - Los Angeles animal rescue group Animal Wellness Foundation is an LA based group that provides health care for dogs & cats of low-income families & adoption of lost & abandoned pets in LA.
Apps | IMDB - excellent app for movie showtimes, reviews & more. The best movie app is from IMDB. Among its entertaining functions, like listing an actor’s filmography & movie trivia, IMDB has a great showtime section.
Recipes | Cheesecake Factory - pumpkin cheesecake & cheesecake pops.Here’s a great recipe for the Cheescake Factory’s classic pumpkin cheesecake, and one of their fine chefs also reveals his secret recipe for pumpkin cheesecake pops.
My big fun with "serious" Oscar-winning director Errol Morris. Hanging out with Oscar-winning director Errol Morris, I learn the “serious” filmmaker is actually a fun goofball. Morris has been my doc hero for many years.
Recipes-Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup with how-to video. Delicious recipe for Olive Garden's chicken gnocchi soup is made with roasted chicken, traditional Italian dumplings & spinach. How-to video makes it easy.
This recipe for Red Lobster maple glazed salmon and shrimp is a Pacific Northwest-inspired combination of fresh salmon and skewered jumbo shrimp, fire-grilled and topped with a maple and cherry glaze.
Recipes | CPK Thai Crunch Salad - easy with how-to video. Recipe for CPK Thai Crunch Salad combines shredded Napa cabbage, grilled chicken breast, julienne cucumbers, edamame, crispy wontons & Thai peanut dressings.
Augmented reality covers the many ways of adding digital information to the real world around you, using a smartphone’s camera. It’s clever and very futuristic, but you can still try it out now easily with the Layar and Junaio apps.
Websites | Harvard Business Review-informative, thoughtful essays. The Harvard Business Review site is stuffed with fine articles, breakthrough ideas & commentary from the leading thinkers in business, management & humanity
Recipes | Applebee's Mozzarella Sticks - full deliciousness but fewer calories with this low-fat version. This recipe for Applebee's mozzarella sticks is a delicious and healthier version that cuts the fat and calories by baking instead of frying. Delicious meets healthy.
Video of dogs riding bikes. Funny dog riding bicycle with a dog chorus line behind him and a solo ride by the famous Norman.
Apps | Parker - finds parking spaces & can pay, reserve spots. Wish you could find and pay for parking spots with your phone? Now you can with the Parker app for iPhone, iPad, Android.
Podcasts | Manners For The Digital Age -navigate etiquette of new technology. These are the kinds of dilemmas that Manners For The Digital Age podcast tackle for you: Is it stingy to use a Groupon coupon for your share of a check? Should I nix a former in-law from Facebook page after divorce?
This Starbucks Classic Coffee Cake recipe has a moist cake swirled with a layer of cinnamon streusel & a crumble top that deliciously balances cinnamon w crunchy goodness. How-to video too.