What can poker teach us about real life? The answer is – plenty! Being successful at poker takes skill, courage, luck, and a lot of psychology – making ‘reads’ on people is key. We can take those skills and situations and compare them to real life – for example, negotiating deals. But what about dating? Well, dating also involves making […]
Archives for 2013
The Roots Of Whisker Wars: Feature Interview with Filmmaker F.Stone Roberts
July 20, 2013 by
Whisker Wars, love it or hate it, it’s wiry, protein based tentacles have been recklessly extending across North America for the last few years. But where did this sudden interest in the whiskered warrior begin? Two words: Splitting Hairs. Ironic and yet perfect for such an intro into this next interview. Long before Whisker Wars […]
From Pete Townsend To The Pope – Dr Martens Boots
July 20, 2013 by
It is hard to imagine, but there was a time when there was no recognisable youth culture in Britain. The young may still have felt a little rebellious in the first half of the 20th century and wore more and more daring clothing but changes in fashion moved slowly. The war years saw great austerity […]
A Short History Of Cameras
July 19, 2013 by
The history of the camera goes back a long way in time to the 5th century B.C. when a man called Mo Ti in China first discovered how light could be used to imprint images onto a backdrop. Basically, Mo Ti found that reflected light rays that were passed off an illuminated object could be […]
The Urbane Gentleman’s Guide To Socks
July 18, 2013 by
Socks are an overlooked and often misunderstood item of menswear. Neatly concealed by trouser legs, it can be very tempting to think that any old pair will do no matter what the occasion. However, the right pair of socks can really complement an outfit as well as provide much needed comfort and protection to your feet. […]
Circle The Wagen Movie Review
July 13, 2013 by
Circle The Wagen (from the filmmaker who brought us “Between the Upper Lip and Nasal Passageway) ★★★★★ 5 Stars Documentary Film Director: Ryan Steven Green Writers: Charlie Pecoraro Synopsis: CIRCLE THE WAGEN is a feature-length buddy/road-trip/docu-dramedy on the vintage Volkswagen subculture in America––that close-knit community for whom the joy of driving is the joy of […]
Experience A Relaxing Holiday In The Southwest, UK
July 10, 2013 by
Like many destinations in the UK, the South West region is no stranger to local folklore and British traditions, so choosing a camping holiday at one, or travelling to all, of these destinations is a great way to get the perfect mix of beautiful scenery and English culture. South Cornwall Cornwall has long […]
Barbershops Of London: A Guided Tour
July 9, 2013 by
Every man should experience a shave and a trim in a refined, traditional barbershop at some point in his life. The few who already indulge themselves in this treatment are left feeling reborn. They exit the barber’s chair with an air of sophistication, cleanliness, and a certain dignity that follows them throughout the remainder of […]
A Tale of Green and Frugal Shaving
July 6, 2013 by
When I met my boyfriend, he was 34 years old. A man that age is set into habits, and he is a particular creature of routine. So, when I shopped, I would dutifully pick up his cartridges, and he would use the same handle. They were expensive! Usually, I’d pick whatever was on […]
Wet Shaving Starter Kit for Under $12
June 30, 2013 by
Curious to find out what all this buzz around traditional wet shaving is, but a little concerned about the initial investment? Well, for the price of two lattes you can finally get your feet, or better yet, your face wet. We encourage all men and women alike, to give it a go and finally return to the […]
