Laughing Squid

a daily dose of unique and curious things

Levis California Gold Rush

How the California Gold Rush Led to the Rise of Levi’s

May 11, 2023

Gas Powered Guitar

Building a Gas Powered Electric Guitar

May 10, 2023

Bill Murray Gandalf

‘Lord of the Rings’ Reimagined as a Wes Anderson Film

May 10, 2023

Man and Bear Discussion

Man Has Affectionate Conversation With Rescued Bear

May 10, 2023

Dwarf Cat Snaggle Tooth

Charming Snaggle-Toothed Dwarf Cat Comforts Others

May 10, 2023

Snail Chooses Food

Finicky Snail Chooses Food to Eat in Macro Slow Motion

May 10, 2023

Nagel illustration of a pale woman with short black hair, golden eyes and glossy red lips against purple

The History Behind the Iconic Illustrated ‘Nagel Women’

May 9, 2023

Sopranos Full House

‘The Sopranos’ Opening Reimagined as ‘Full House’

May 9, 2023

Culture Club as Johnny Cash

‘Do You Really Want to Hurt Me’ Sung as Johnny Cash

May 9, 2023

The Real Five Points

The Story Behind New York City’s ‘Five Points’

May 9, 2023