Lori Dorn
Lori is a Laughing Squid Contributing Editor based in New York City who has been writing blog posts for over a decade. She also enjoys making jewelry, playing guitar, taking photos and mixing craft cocktails.
The Working Class Origins of Brooklyn Brownstones
Harrison Trautschold Brown explained the working class origins of the distinctive Brownstones that line the streets of Brooklyn.
Joe Walsh Showcases His Incredible Dexterity on Guitar
Musician Joe Walsh of the Eagles showcased his incredible dexterity and creativity for making his guitar sing.
An Amusing Look at How Camels Physically Evolved to Thrive In the Desert
Ze Frank amusingly explains how camels physically evolved in order to not only survive but thrive in the desert.
A Wonderful Stop Motion Animation Featuring Light Painted Skeletons on Skateboards
"Shredding Light" by Darren Pearson is a long exposure stop motion animation featuring light painted skeletons on skateboards.
How Languages Can Go From Living to Dead to Extinct
Dr. Erica Brozovski of Otherwords explained how languages can go from living to dormant to dead and finally, to extinct.
How a Neglectful or Traumatic Childhood Can Lead a Fear of Being Loved
The School of Life explains how a neglectful childhood can lead people to run from love despite it being counter-intuitive to their needs.
Comedian Makes Fun of the Gentrified Brooklyn Neighborhoods of Williamsburg and Greenpoint
Comedian Myles Toe amusingly poked separate fun at the gentrified Brooklyn neighborhoods of Williamsburg and Greenpoint.
How Words From Different Native American Tribes Influenced the Modern English Language
Name Explain tallked about the influence that words from various Native American tribes in the United States have had on modern English.
Robotic Spy Squirrel Captures Sneaky Squirrels Stealing Acorns From Each Other
A robotic spy squirrel captured the sneaky ways that squirrels steal acorns and nuts from each other and how they keep their stashes secret.
Tom Waits Performs Songs and Poetry in an Impactful Piece About Homelessness in the Rural South
Tom Waits performed songs and read from his book of poetry for an short Italian documentary about homelessness in the rural South.