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Malcom Gladwell: What we can learn from spaghetti sauce

Second Life in First Life

The Wind

Super Mario Galaxy - Nintendo (Wii's) next generation Mario Brothers Game

The White Stripes Play Surprise Show on a Boat

Scientists found a possible cure for cancer, but will not sell it because it IS NOT profitable

Wii Fit


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Articles
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Google, Yahoo Both Working On Next Generation Social Networks

Ken's Abstract:  Last week we reached our social networking threshold.
Why it's important:  How will Web 3.0 evolve to provide the next level of social networking?

How MySpace Conquered the Continent

Ken's Abstract:   Myspace is tackling the international market
Why it's important:  Europe is onboard but how will other continents embrace social networking?

Scientists ask public to help sort galaxies

Ken's Abstract:  Scientists invite the public to help them understand the structure of the universe.
Why it's important: How will new models of research allow the public to contribute to the good of humanity, and will they work?

Harry Potter Spawns New Musical Genre: Wizard Rock

Ken's Abstract:  There's never been a series of books that have inspired a genre.
Why it's important: Will we see more of this as it becomes easier for fans to interact or is Harry Potter just that good?

Internet radio folks call for support, with new royalty rates imminent

Ken's Abstract: Internet radio is great; don't you listen to it all the time?
Why it's important: Is congress for real?  Is it really about to get shut down?

10 of Our Favorite Recent False Advertising Incidents

Ken's Abstract:   False Advertising at it's best.
Why it's important:  What happens when you cross the line?


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Tools
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We Show - best videos everywhere

Galaxy Zoo

Design By Humans - T-shirt Design


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Events (SF CENTRIC)
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7/14/07 - Giant Robot

7/14/07 - Maker Saturday videos from the Exploratorium

7/16 & 17 /07 - Ypulse Mashup

7/25/07 - Wii Wednesday's

8/9/07 -  Lunch 2.0 at Powerset in SF

9/15/07 - Treasure Island Music Festival


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Sleep and Learning - NOVA

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Aquafina labels to spell out source - tap water

Ken's Abstract:   Bottled water - brainwashing consumers.
Why it's important:  Tell me again, why do we buy bottled water when the tap is perfectly fine?

Web Video New '08 Political Battlefield

Ken's Abstract:   How YouTube videos are effecting the election.
Why it's important:  To what degree can any citizen (or non-citizen for that matter) with a camera impact the outcome of the election?

Running the Numbers

Ken's Abstract:  Visual representation of statistical data.
Why it's important:  Does this method of visual education make the information more impactful?

Antique engines inspire nano chip

Ken's Abstract:   Without a totally new way to create computers we are reaching the threshold to overcome Moore's Law.
Why it's important:  Is computing reaching a new wave of advancement and what will this mean for technology?

GM showcases plug-in hybrid car

Ken's Abstract:   One step closer to the electric automobile; does it matter if we're still burning coal to power it?
Why it's important:  Is GM serious this time, after pulling the EV (See "Who Killed the Electric Car") why should we believe they're serious about this model?

A Lesson in Online Branding

Ken's Abstract:   Attempting to define the right ingredients for online ads
Why it's important:  How accurately can awareness, persuasiveness, and positive brand impact be measured?

Time May Not Exist

Ken's Abstract:   Really? Time may not exist at the most fundamental level of physical reality.
Why it's important:  Will I still get presents once a year to commemorate my birthday?

Congested Paris freewheels into future

Ken's Abstract: Facilitating automobile alternatives.
Why it's Important: If we can borrow books for free, why not bikes?

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Tools
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We Feel FIne - WOW this is cool!  An real time emotional thermometer of the world based on weblogs.

Going.com - new alternative to upcoming.com, a way to keep track of your social events.

ReeledIn - An online video and Indie Film Social Networking Site

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8/9/07 -  Lunch 2.0 at Powerset in SF

9/15/07 - Treasure Island Music Festival

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GigaOM Show - Inaugural episode of a show (based on the GigaOM website) on technology and business.

Frontier Psychiatrist - Avalanches amazing music video from a few years ago... We'll be checking for their long-anticipated follow-up rumored to be coming soon via the uber-hot Modular Recordings


How to Stop Speeders in Your Local Neighborhood

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“Dos and Don'ts” for writing and distributing online releases

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Written by Ken Fisher for EMERGE