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Farm rentals, dumpster dives: Europe crisis is mother of invention

Ode To Capitalism — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 16:49:24 +0000

In the midst of Greece's economic crisis, one entrepreneur has come up with a novel way to earn extra cash: He's renting out farmland. Dimitris Koutsolioutsos started gineagrotis.gr to connect city dwellers to rural farmers. The urban resident rents out a section of the farmer's land to grow whatever produce is desired, which is then delivered to the city each week -- either to the resident or, if desired, a local soup kitchen.

Only in America: Bill Maher on The King's Crypt

Ode To Capitalism — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 18:28:03 +0000

Reblogged from Piers Morgan:

On Friday's episode of "Piers Morgan Tonight," guest host Bill Maher tried his satirical hand at "Only in America," using the fill-in platform to address an issue equal parts monarch and morbid.

"I'm not British - but I did see the King's Speech - so I'll give this Only in America thing a try," Maher began.

But with apologies to Morgan's countryman…

The Power of Introverts

Ode To Capitalism — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 12:29:21 +0000

Susan Cain, author and corporate lawyer, explains why introverts should be encouraged and celebrated.

Tintin Cosplay

Ode To Capitalism — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 14:27:51 +0000

Escaping a Cult

Ode To Capitalism — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:53:16 +0000

Why There Are So Few Gentlemen

Ode To Capitalism — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:44:34 +0000

The History Of High Heels

Ode To Capitalism — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 03:20:42 +0000

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Infographic by Stanwells.

Fundamental Gun Safety Rules

Ode To Capitalism — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 22:13:33 +0000

The holiday season can bring out both the best and worst in people. Stay safe!

NRA rules for safe gun handling:

1. ALWAYS keep the gun pointed in a safe direction.

2. ALWAYS keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.

3. ALWAYS keep the gun unloaded until ready to use.

[via National Rifle Association]

The Eurozone Visualized

Ode To Capitalism — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:16:52 +0000

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Illustration by Andrew Rae, New York Times.

Why America Is Failing To Educate Enough Hard Science Graduates

Ode To Capitalism — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 14:58:28 +0000

Infographic by Online Engineering Degree.

The Great Escape [Clip]

Ode To Capitalism — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 02:35:05 +0000

A lonely desk toy escapes from a dark office by using Google Maps Street View. In his toy car he takes a cross country road trip to the Pacific Coast.

Steve Jobs At NeXT [Clip]

Ode To Capitalism — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 04:19:09 +0000

Young Steve Jobs discussing business strategy with early employees at the company he co-founded in 1985, NeXT. Good stuff.

[via Paul Kedrosky]

The Ultimate Morals Of Today

Ode To Capitalism — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 15:43:27 +0000

History Of Engagement Rings

Ode To Capitalism — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 03:51:49 +0000

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State Stereotypes In America

Ode To Capitalism — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 11:42:47 +0000

Balanced Reflections On The Occupy London Movement

Ode To Capitalism — Sun, 23 Oct 2011 10:32:21 +0000

The BBC One Program «Have I Got News For You» Deals With The Values Of The Occupy London Stock Exchange Movement. Alexander Armstrong, Danny Baker and Louise Mensch joins Paul Merton and Ian Hislop.

Two Sides Of The Food Crisis

Ode To Capitalism — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 11:45:31 +0000

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Source: Food+Tech Connect.

Season For Retail Shopping

Ode To Capitalism — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 15:45:22 +0000

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Source: Milo [via The Big Picture]

Complementary Flavours

Ode To Capitalism — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 05:08:40 +0000

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Source: Information Is Beautiful.

Business As Usual

Ode To Capitalism — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 14:02:53 +0000

Ignorance Is Bliss

Ode To Capitalism — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 12:38:03 +0000

Steve Jobs: A Timeline

Ode To Capitalism — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 21:56:04 +0000

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Source: PCMag.com & Web Design Shock.

The Honourable Pope Vader

Ode To Capitalism — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 16:48:00 +0000

Celebrating 40 Years At Walt Disney World [Infographic]

Ode To Capitalism — Sun, 02 Oct 2011 11:44:25 +0000

Click to enlargeSource: Disney Parks Blog.

10 Years Of The iPod

Ode To Capitalism — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 09:47:06 +0000

Click to enlarge Source: Vislual.ly.