Friday 25 March 2022

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How Mundane Gossip Took Over the Internet 
From podcasts brimming with everyday scandals to entire investigative news stories, the banal and downright dreary has become the internet's favourite flavour of tea - always lukewarm, never piping hot. (The Face)

The designer has come a long way since his debut ‘Free Tulisa’ cult t-shirt - and his ravey show caused a commotion at London Fashion Week. Joe Bromley meets the man behind the mayhem. (Evening Standard)

On the record and off the tracks with the world’s favourite trainspotter... (Gentleman's Journal)

Personal Space With Josh Itiola 
Talking prized possessions with the multi-talented engineer turned Vitsoe planner. (SSENSE)

Chantelle Fiddy, one of the first writers to document grime in mainstream music and style press, celebrates the lasting impact of the genre, and asks: where does the scene go next? (TRENCH)

13 years into his career, Joy Orbison feels like he's just getting started. The London DJ/producer on dealing with hype, coming into his own as an artist, and pushing things forward. (Mixmag)

Hip-Hop Fish Feud: Can McDonald’s Survive Pusha T’s Single-Verse Scud Missile? 
In an advertisement for Arby’s, the rapper takes aim at the Filet-O-Fish with the explosive 'Spicy Fish Diss'. (The Guardian)

Introducing: The Gourmand 
Does your friend know far too much about sous vide, Japanese knives and the hottest small plate restaurants in town for their own good? (VICE)

From Socks to Sushi Rolls - Japan’s Superior Convenience Stores 
The main reason for the superiority of konbinis is the fact that they elevate the mere notion of convenience. (sabukaru)

Thrasher’s 2021 Skater of the Year is perfectly suited to reveal skating’s relationship to writing, history, and embodied practices. (032c)

In advance of Beyond the Edge, the all-time stopper talked to CBS Sports about his playing days, his coaching career and more. (CBS Sports)

According to experts, it’s unlike any word, in any language. (Atlas Obscura via 1440 Daily Digest)

By modifying old hardware with modern - and often more colourful - components, listeners create their dream iPods and kick their Spotify habits. (Wired)

What Colour Are Your Thoughts? 
If you could see your thoughts as colours, what hue would they be? (Monster Children)

The sights and sounds from streets around the world. (Drive & Listen via 1440 Daily Digest)