Can't describe to you how much that tweet made me laugh. If you don't already follow The Iron Sheik, you probably should.
What Should I Read Next?
Am I crazy late to this party? Does everyone already know about this site? Or sites like this? 'Cause this is the first one that's given me actually good recommendations so far. (I was a little peeved that my Martin Short search came up with nothing because my "search edition doesn't appear in many users' booklists" - what kind of losers aren't including that in their goddam booklists?! Anyway.) Check if out if you can't think of what to read next.
This Urn Will Turn You Into A Tree After You Die
Photo Credit: Bios Urn
Photo Credit: Bios Urn
"The Bios Urn is 100% biodegradable, made of coconut shell, compacted peat, and cellulose. It has two parts — a top capsule for the seed, and a bottom part for the ashes. This structure allows the seed to germinate separated from the ashes and their high acidity. Once the urn starts to biodegrade, the seed roots are already strong enough to contact them and the entire set becomes part of the sub-soil.
The urn is manufactured both for people and for pets; it can be used with ash saved from another urn, and it doesn’t expire. So far, the studio has distributed the urn to more than 7,000 people worldwide. When ordering, the customers can pick the type of seed they would like — oak, maple, pine, gingko, beech, ash, or choose to get an urn without a seed in order to use their own. Either way, the cost is $145 plus shipping."
Whoa.
“Bios Urn changes the way people see death, converting the ‘end of life’ into a transformation and a return to life through nature. [It is] a smart, sustainable, and ecologically friendly way to approach what’s, probably, one of the most important moments in human life.”
My favourite part? You can choose what kind of tree! Imagine seeing forests instead of graveyards? Isn't that a crazy better idea? Also, is it just me or is it way more comforting (and the opposite of sad) to visit someone in the woods than in a cemetery? THIS IS THE BEST IDEA EVER.
Gaze
Ummmm, this is great, right? Yes, yes it is! Especially because of the fact that I'm constantly telling people what to watch and episodes of things that are great - and I always want to be sitting beside them to see if they're actually enjoying it. Saying, that out loud makes it seem abnormal, I realize. I just love watching shows/movies I love with friends! Or forcing them to sit in one spot and soak up whatever hilarity I'm placing upon their eyes. Either way.
Such a great idea!
Love
I absolutely hate the (non)word bae, but this I love, love, love.
(Courtesy of labias.)
Jon Stewart Leaving The Daily Show
I've never been a crazy huge fan of the show, but I'm kind of excited to see what he'll want to do next.
Did You Know?
Am I over the age limit of people who follow this tumblr? 'Cause I really hope not. I'm still learning things!
Martin Short on Howard Stern
This is pretty much the first full Howard Stern interview I've listened to and it's a really good one. Maybe it's because it's of how much I love Martin Short - but also? Howard Stern's questions and general ease as a host are great and so easy to listen to. I feel like he says all of the things that I'd actually want to hear the answers to (ie. the complete opposite of a sit-down late night talk show interview). Has Howard Stern always been this good? I feel like he's said some stupid things in the past and I'd written him off completely for some reason for a long time. Really can't remember why. In any case, they're both great in this interview.
I've heard snippets of his Jim Carrey interview from last year and that one sounded like a good one too, so I'll be listening to that one next.
How To Properly Cut A Pepper
Because knowledge.
I Wasn't Talking
Available on iTunes
Available on iTunes
If you've ever listened to any of this podcast, then you'll be all about this album. GET IT THE FUCK NOW! So, so good.