Laughing Squid
a daily dose of unique and curious things
American Dreamers, Inspiring Short Stories by Optimists, Mavericks & Mad Inventors
American Dreamers is an ongoing book of inspiring short stories by “optimists, mavericks and mad inventors” who share their dreams for a brighter future. Contributors…
Cannabis-Infused Skin Care Products
Colorado based Apothecanna has created a line of (non-inebriating) cannabis-infused skin care products. They are currently only available to Colorado medical marijuana patients. Cannabinoids present…
Every National Anthem at Once
Listen to the extremely bombastic sound of every national anthem at once, courtesy of NationalAnthems.me. As one commenter put it: “No WONDER why we’re always…
The 2013 Edwardian Ball, A Two City Event Inspired by Edward Gorey
The Edwardian Ball is an “elegant and whimsical celebration of art, music, theatre, fashion, technology, circus, and the beloved creations of the late, great author…
Birdhouse Rooftile Lets Birds Nest on Roofs
The Birdhouse Rooftile by Klaas Kuiken allows birds to nest on roofs in urban environments where nesting options are limited. Buyers may want to invest…
Wall Dogs: The Midair Muralists Who Paint New York
Tumblr Storyboard recently spent a frigid New York City day with a pair of “wall dogs,” muralists who hand paint murals and ads on the…
Paper Beats, A Song Created from Paper Sounds
Musician Andrew Huang used a sheet of paper and a pair scissors to create all the sounds for his song, “Paper Beats.”
Footage of Mating Squid
Using a remotely operated vehicle named Little Hercules, scientists working aboard the NOAA ship Okeanos Explorer captured this footage of the squid species Pholidoteuthis adami…
Pigeon Mask, A Bird on the Head is Worth Two in the Bush
“A bird on the head is worth two in the bush” The Pigeon Mask by Archie McPhee is a latex mask that will make you…
That Night in Williamsburg, Time-Lapse Video Features Building Lights Synced to Music
The lights of Brooklyn buildings appear to flash along to music in the time-lapse video “TNIW [That Night In Williamsburg]” by French designer Supralude. The…