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.
A Powerful Tornado Size Comparison
Red Side created a powerful 3D animation comparing the size of tornados including dust devils, fire whirls, and steam twisters.
Solving Math With Southern Measurement Slang
Alabama comedian Matt Mitchell performed a humorous skit about solving math problems using slang from the American South.
How to Find Constellations in the Summer Sky
Adam Cole of the NPR series "Skunk Bear" explained how to find the most popular constellations in the summer sky using a 360° animation.
A Recording of the First Singing Computer in 1961
The IBM 7094 at Bell Labs in New Jersey became the first singing computer in 1961 with song "Daisy Bell (Bicycle Built for Two)".
A Nostalgic Compilation of Commercials From 1997
Greyson Wyatt of Gimmick Films assembled a nostalgic 25 minute compilation of commercials aired on ABC and CBS in 1997.
A Magical Tour of Walt Disney World in 1972
RetroWDW restored the "Magic of Walt Disney World" the iconic 16mm tourism film from 1972 in high-definition video.
Man Solo Climbs Switzerland’s Longest Via Ferrata
Jonas Marti captured footage of his amazing climb up the Daubenhorn Via Ferrata, the longest of the many mountain climbing routes in the Swiss Alps
Jim Carrey Breaks Letterman’s Coffee Cup While Singing ‘Take on Me’
While on "Late Show With David Letterman" in November 2010, Jim Carrey broke the host's coffee cup while singing the a-ha song "Take on Me".
The Stubborn Endurance of Concept Albums
Noah Lefevre of Polyphonic takes a look at the endurance of concept albums despite critics' ongoing naysaying and new technological advances.
Diver Calls Fish Using a Unique Underwater Sound
Diver Rex Colubra became underwater friends with a friendly smallmouth bass named Elvis whom he taught to respond to a sound.