Jon Stewart is clearly not backing down until the Senate passes the Honor Our PACT Act and provides health care to veterans who were exposed to toxic burn pits during their time in service. Despite the bill having bipartisan support, Senate Republicans suddenly voted against it last week and it’s believed the move was done solely out of retaliation for Democrats planning to move forward with President Joe Biden’s Build Back Better plan.
Once again taking to the steps of the Capitol on Monday to urge the Senate to pass the bill before heading for recess, Stewart fired off a few jabs at his conservative critics who have been oddly attacking him for championing the healthcare bill. While the late night comedian got in a few jokes, he quickly pivoted back to the seriousness of the situation as the stalled bill is leaving veterans on the hook when time is a crucial factor.
Jon Stewart at protest in support of the bill providing health care for veterans exposed to toxic burn pits:
“I get it: I am a liberal piece of shit…I’m Hunter Biden’s cocaine dealer…But the VFW isn’t…and the Wounded Warriors Project isn’t, so why are they standing here?” pic.twitter.com/b5MugIOZtP
“I’m a liberal piece of shit,” Stewart said with a twang. “I get it. I know what I am. I’m Hunter Biden’s cocaine dealer. I get it. I’m more gay pride flag than man. I get it. But the VFW isn’t, and the American Legion isn’t, and the IAVA [Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America] isn’t, and DAV [Disabled American Veterans] isn’t, and the Wounded Warriors Project isn’t.”
With a throng of cameras recording Stewart’s every word, he challenged the Senate to honor its commitment to the men and women who served their country.
“My suggestion to this Senate would be, when you come back, if all the members aren’t here, keep the lights on, keep the doors open, and don’t leave here tonight until you do the right thing by these folks,” Stewart said. “Don’t make it harder than it is.”
Lizzo had a major career moment last week when “About Damn Time” climbed to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Now, on the new Hot 100 chart dated August 6, we have a repeat on our hands as “About Damn Time” is on top for a second straight week. This makes “About Damn Time” Lizzo’s second song to spend multiple weeks at No. 1, after “Truth Hurts” had seven weeks on top in 2019.
Meanwhile, the next four spots on the chart are also all the same as last week: Harry Styles’ “As It Was” is No. 2, Kate Bush’s “Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)” is No. 3, Jack Harlow’s “First Class” is No. 4, and Future, Drake, and Tems’ “Wait For U” is No. 5.
We have a couple noteworthy changes in the bottom half of the top 10, though. Beyoncé’s “Break My Soul” rises to No. 6, a new peak for the Renaissance single. Post Malone and Doja Cat’s “I Like You (A Happier Song)” also re-enters the top 10 at its previous high of No. 9, following the recent release of a fun new video for the track.
Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
You’d think Peloton would have figured out their music licensing rights deals by now. Considering the company has partnered with Beyoncé, Eminem, and David Bowie’s estate in the recent past, streaming music to play alongside their cycling workout programs ought to be a fairly straightforward setup, just as it is with any streaming service: The music gets used and royalty payment gets paid out to the copyright owners. Well, according to a lawsuit filed on behalf of DJ Muggs of Cypress Hill and his company Soul Assassins Inc., Peloton has been using Cypress Hill’s music and not paying for the rights to do so.
“Peloton’s use of [the songs] in its work-out videos without a license from Soul Assassins is an outrageous, willful infringement because Peloton was sued by a group of music publishers in March of 2019 for doing the exact same thing,” DJ Muggs’ lawyers wrote, in a court document obtained by Billboard. “Clearly […] Peloton knew unequivocally that it had no right to use any musical composition in its exercise videos without first obtaining a license for one hundred percent of the song.”
The 2019 claim cited above, is in reference to a $150 million suit filed by the NMPA, claiming that Peloton was using music by artists like Drake, Rihanna, Bruno Mars, Ed Sheeran, and more, without securing the exclusive rights to do so. Now, Muggs claims that Peloton has used Cypress Hill tracks including “Insane In The Brain” and “Rap (Superstar)” without permission.
How Peloton is not locked into licensing deals the way TikTok or even Spotify are, is a bit mind-boggling. This feels similar to when podcasts were (and still regularly do) receiving takedown notices en masse for using songs without permission. Spotify as a podcast platform found a way to pay out royalties to those rights holders via their existing streaming agreements. It would serve Peloton well to enter into a partnership with a streaming service who can clear the usage rights for them so they don’t have to keep going on the defensive for what are very pricey lawsuits. Until then, Muggs and Soul Assassins Inc. are having none of it.
“Peloton is a textbook willful infringer,” the claim states. “Peloton fully understood what the copyright law required, having entered into sync licenses with certain other copyright holders, while trampling the rights of Plaintiffs by using their musical works for free and without permission.”
Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
After some years away, both Beyoncé and Lizzo returned with new albums this year. Beyoncé’s newly-released seventh album Renaissance marks her first full-length effort since 2016’s Lemonade. Renaissance clocked in with 16 songs and features from Beam, Tems, and Grace Jones as well as additional contributors including Drake, Jay-Z, Syd, and others. On the flip side, Lizzo released her fourth album Special earlier this month and that arrived with 12 songs and no guest features. Renaissance and Special don’t share many similar qualities, but there is one thing they both have in common: they both have songs that were criticized thanks to their use of the word “spaz.”
Why Are Beyoncé And Lizzo Removing ‘Spaz’ From Their Songs?
Lizzo was the first to receive criticism for using the word “spaz” and it came after she released “Grrrls” from Special. In a line from the song she sings, “Hold my bag, b*tch, Hold my bag. Do you see this sh*t? I’mma spazz.” Beyoncé’s case comes more recently thanks to “Heated” from Renaissance. In that song, Beyoncé sings, “Spazzin’ on that ass, spaz on that ass / Fan me quick, girl, I need my glass.”
Merriam-Webster defines “spaz” as “one who is inept” and it categorizes the term as “slang, often offensive.” The word itself comes from “spastic” and “spasticity,” and according to a paper published by the National Library Of Medicine, the latter word “is a velocity-dependent increase in muscle tone and uncontrolled, repetitive, involuntary contractions of skeletal muscles.” With that being, the word “spaz” is viewed as an ableist term for those with cerebral palsy, also known as “spastic diplegia.”
As a result of the derogatory nature of “spaz,” Lizzo altered the line in “Grrrls” while a rep for Beyonce promised to do the same for the line on “Heated.”
Lizzo is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
August is starting out on a hot note. Really hot — from coast-to-coast. And on these epically hot days, the only thing that we truly crave to cool us down (besides a soft serve from the ice cream man) is a frosty, refreshing beer. The kind of beer we can crush; the lower alcohol brews that we’re eager to go back to again and again.
To find these summer refreshers, asked a panel of stone-cold craft beer experts to rave about their picks for the title of “most refreshing beer ever!” And since the summer is only going to get warmer before the chill of fall sets in, the time is right to stock up on these easy-drinking brews. Keep scrolling to see all of the picks.
Allagash White
Allagash
Jeremy Marshall, brewmaster at Lagunitas Brewing in Petaluma, California
Allagash White. It’s an amazing beer and refreshes on many levels. I like it in the sun— it even tastes like a hot sunny day. It’s like a sun tan for your innards. It’s naturally cloudy and zesty, but also has a unique spiciness to it. Brewers tend to like Allagash White the way guitar players like Jeff Beck. But there are reasons for that — a nerdy combo of oats and un-malted wheat, some sort of secret spice and botanical blend with an expressive Belgian yeast that’s approachable—it’s sublime.
This one is easy. Although I suppose not many Americans have ever had the opportunity to taste it fresh, Schönramer Pils is the most refreshing beer ever. It is perfectly balanced. It is full-bodied, and yet, so very delicate you can hardly believe it’s true. If you are ever in Bavaria and have the opportunity to run five miles and then sit down with a liter of beer, choose this one.
Urban Artifacts Spyglass
Urban Artifacts
Garth E. Beyer, certified Cicerone® and owner and founder of Garth’s Brew Bar in Madison, Wisconsin
I still think back to a couple of summers ago when I was doing house and yard work. A heavy sweat was building. My mouth was getting dry. I needed a refreshing beer. At that point, I hadn’t had Spyglass by Urban Artifact, but there was one in my fridge that I brought home from my bar, and damn. Just damn. It was somewhere between your favorite golden ale and your favorite classic margarita. All that was missing was a salted rim.
Living in the Australian desert can get hot during the summer months, and Kaiju Krush. is the perfect drink to quench your thirst. This tropical ale has a “super-clean” malt profile that highlights the drink’s many tropical flavors, such as pineapple and passionfruit.
Augustiner Helles/original is hands down one of my favorite beers of all time and if you can swing it, drink it from the source in Germany. It is a wonderful beer when fresh and has a perfect balance. The malt and hops dance in harmony without either dominating. The beautiful, cracker-y maltiness from German pilsner malt causes it to go down almost too easy.
Sudwerk People’s Pilsner. This is a classic North German-style pilsner made by one of the most exceptional craft lager breweries in the world. It’s extremely drinkable and super crisp and clean with a hit of German hoppy bite. Probably one of the five best Pilsners out there today. No joke.
Berliner Weisse is an amazingly refreshing beer due to its balance: A subtle tartness – nowhere near as sour as a sour – balances out the fruity notes, and a light effervescence brings it all together. One of the best craft examples is Evil Twin Nomader Weisse. It’s slightly sour, tart, and loaded with refreshing citrus flavors.
Jester King’s Le Petit Prince is amazing. It’s sub-3%, so is almost quite literally hydrating. The minerality almost makes it come across as fancy mineral water with a little hop, a little spice, a little breadiness. It’s perfection on a hot day.
One time I went on a 13-mile hike on a mountain in Alaska and right afterward was given a cold Sierra Nevada Pale Ale. At least at that moment, it was the most refreshing beer of all time. And of course, this gem is a classic and maybe the most influential American craft beer on earth, so you don’t just have to take my word for it.
Dogfish Head SeaQuench
Dogfish Head
Josh Radigan, director of food and beverage at Viceroy in Washington DC
That’s a tough question because I love Dogfish Head’s SeaQuench Ale. It’s salty and has touches of lime – perfect for a beach day. It gets its thirst-quenching flavor because it’s a mix of a Kolsch-style beer, a salty Gose, and a tart Berliner Weiss. Flavored with sea salt, lime juice, and black limes, it’s arguably the most refreshing beer of all time.
When it comes to refreshing beers, we always reach for a flavorful, fruity, slightly salt Gose-style beer above all others. This 4.5% tart, slightly salty, highly refreshing Gose-style beer is brewed with lime, sea salt, coriander, and cucumber. This German-style wheat beer is guaranteed to quench the mightiest thirst on a hot, hazy summer day.
If tart, salty beers aren’t for you, we always suggest a traditional, Czech-style pilsner. One of the best (and most sessionable) is Notch Session Pils. It’s low in alcohol but high in flavor. It’s crisp, crushable, and very refreshing. It’s the kind of beer you’ll want to drink all day — particularly when the temp climbs.
The former president — who’s currently under investigation by the House Oversight Committee for helping to instigate an insurrection — guested on a podcast (The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show) where he argued that Griner should get no help from the U.S. government while on trial in a hostile foreign country. Currently, a plan is being formed for a prisoner swap between the U.S. and Russia to ensure both Griner and former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan, who has been detained on charges of espionage, come home. In exchange, the U.S. is considering releasing notorious arms trafficker Viktor Bout, known as the “Merchant of Death” back to his home country. Trump was adamant that the trade wasn’t an equal one.
“She knew you don’t go in there loaded up with drugs, and she admitted it,” Trump said (via Rolling Stone). “I assume she admitted it without too much force because it is what it is, and it certainly doesn’t seem like a very good trade, does it? He’s absolutely one of the worst in the world, and he’s gonna be given his freedom because a potentially spoiled person goes into Russia loaded up with drugs.”
Now, Trump’s ignorance is showing a bit here because Griner wasn’t “loaded up with drugs.” She was detained in Moscow after authorities found a couple of vape cartridges with cannabis oil on her person. She also reportedly had a doctor’s note recommending she use the drug for pain. Griner submitted to drug testing upon her arrest and those tests found no illegal substances in her system, but Russia’s strict stance on marijuana use means she’s facing up to 10 years in prison anyway. Griner is also a member of the LGBTQ+ community and imprisoned in a country that has, historically, been a dangerous place for Queer people.
Despite all that, Trump — who once tried to defend human rights abuses by his buddy Vladimir Putin during the initial invasion of Ukraine — believes Griner and Whelan aren’t worth trading for.
She got caught,” Trump continued. “And now we’re supposed to get her out — and she makes, you know, a lot of money, I guess. We’re supposed to get her out for an absolute killer and one of the biggest arms dealers in the world.”
It’s a weird stance from the guy who had no problem pardoning a bunch of his friends when they were convicted of criminal behavior.
“Crack A Bottle” was a major song for Eminem: The 2009 Dr. Dre and 50 Cent collaboration, the lead single from Relapse, was Eminem’s second career No. 1 single in the US (following “Lose Yourself” in 2002). It also got the three a 2010 Grammy win for Best Rap Performance By A Duo Or Group.
Despite all that, Eminem never actually released a video for the song. However, one was made, and now Eminem has gone into the vault to share it today for the first time ever.
The clip is seemingly free of modern enhancements, as the YouTube upload is presented in 480p quality. The visual starts by focusing on a dirty, apparently homeless person. Then we see another person, seemingly with mental issues writing on a wall and experiencing anguish. There there are characters including a tattoo artist and a bartender. None of the three rappers themselves actually appear in the video.
Especially enthusiastic fans of either Eminem, Dre, or 50 have have actually seen this video before: While it was never officially released before today, the clip appears to have leaked online back in June 2009.
Tony Dalton knows how to play bad. The actor has been the best villain on TV in recent years, starting with an impressive run on Better Call Saul. With that show coming to an end, however, Dalton has to be thinking of what’s next. And he’s officially hoping a second season of Hawkeye is in the cards.
While Dalton’s Lalo Salamanca on Better Call Saulproved truly terrifying over the years, his performance in the Disney+ show was a delightful surprise to those that finished its first season. Dalton played Jack Duquesne, who appeared for much of the first season to be a sinister guy that really liked swords. And Kate Bishop’s mother. But as it turned out (spoilers incoming), Duquesne was a pretty good guy all along, saving Bishop and being pretty funny in the process.
As Dalton detailed in an interview with Discussing Film, his turn as Lalo as well as some other roles did actually prepare him for his turn as Swordsman. But it was definitely in more of a Red Herring kind of way.
“I would think my history with Lalo and with a whole bunch of other characters, I’ve been doing this for a while… four years playing a hitman so that doesn’t help to have a good image of your characters,” Dalton disclosed. But this came around in his favor as Dalton compares his role in Hawkeye to the Robert Zemeckis film What Lies Beneath starring Harrison Ford and Michelle Pfeiffer. “Harrison Ford is always the good guy. But in that one, he’s the bad guy and you just don’t see that coming… I think they did the same thing in reverse [with Jack Duquesne].”
The reverse heel turn did make for a fun subplot for Hawkeye, and made him a fan favorite in the process. And though Swordsman’s no Pizza Dog, fans are certainly hoping for a second season that includes a bit more swordplay, if possible. And Dalton is certainly interested as well.
Dalton doesn’t hesitate to reply when asked if he would like to return to the role of Jack Duquesne in the MCU. “Of course, I would do that role again. It was fun. It’s nice to be the good guy for a change.” When describing his range, Dalton states that Duquesne is “a completely different character than Lalo and it’s a whole different direction.”
As long as that different direction includes sword collecting and that mustache, plenty of folks are on Dalton’s side here hoping for another run on Disney+.
No? Well, you’d better get to it! The days are already waning. It’s time to take a road trip with your friends or even jet off for a tropical vacation (though with airline delays you might want to make it one here in the US). Wherever you end up this month, there are a few key items that will help you maximize the last third of the summer season. Check them out below!
PART I — STYLE
Randolph Concorde – 23k Gold Sunglasses
Randolph
Price: $329
The Company Line:
The Concorde in 23k Gold. A timeless style steeped in American military heritage. Worn by pilots, adventurers, and tastemakers alike, both men and women. The teardrop style aviator is a mainstay for sunglass fans around the globe, made right here by hand in Randolph, Massachusetts.
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I have these on my desk right now. I wear them every day. Do I own other sunglasses? Sure. But the fact of the matter is that most days — especially in summer — I wake up and these feel the coolest, the sexiest, and the most fun to put on. They tie an outfit together and make sense with everything from jeans and a vintage button-up to boardies and a tee shirt.
Seriously, if you’re not wearing aviators is it even really summer? I don’t think so and neither does Cliff Booth. – Steve Bramucci
Lounge in luxury in this beautiful colorful duster robe in a soft lightweight fabric to be worn over a swimsuit, layered over a cami and jeans, or simply to lounge around the house or pool.
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What makes traveling the world even more fun? Looking good as hell while you do it. Besides, it’s nice to have something that’s easy to slip on over your swimsuit. It takes the dilemma of either walking around hotel hallways in a bikini or throwing something on and getting your clothes wet out of the equation.
This colorful patterned duster is both stylish and comfortable enough to wear from the pool to dinner. — Chloe Caldwell
We worked with our friends at House Industries to co-create a collection of Los Angeles-based apparel. The collection highlights three LA neighborhoods: Griffith Park, Venice, and Echo Park, the home of OBEY. It was a chance to celebrate our backyard and the city we love so much. Working in conjunction with LA Tourism, we have collectively chosen to donate all the proceeds from this project to the Midnight Mission and their work of providing human services and shelter for those experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles.
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A cozy sweatshirt is a necessity for any August trip, as plane rides and post-beach nights can still get chilly. Whether you’re from LA, you’re planning a trip there, or you’ve never even been, this sweatshirt fits that casually cool aesthetic perfectly. The rainbow print is on point for summer without being over the top.
And if you can buy something that gives back, it makes the purchase well worth it. — CC
Trendy, comfortable, and with a bright daisy design — this is the bucket hat you’ll wear with every outfit. With it on, good days are guaranteed.
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Good days guaranteed sounds good to me! It’s always a good idea to have a hat on hand during the dog days of summer. You’re bound to be spending a ton of time outside, so it’s important to take sun protection precautions whenever possible. This adorable denim bucket hat will keep squinty eyes at bay while adding a fun pop of style to any outfit. The best part is that when you buy from Operation Happy Nurse, you help provide mental health support for nurses struggling with stress, anxiety, and depression.
Tackle off-road terrain with our first-ever trail shoe. Top-tested for durability, stability, and traction, it’s the sneaker, comfort, and sustainability you love with new ripstop fabric, grippy treads, and stabilizing support to take on any adventure.
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You’ve gotta have a comfortable pair of sneakers no matter where you’re venturing to this August. Allbirds have a reputation for selling durable, ultra-comfortable walking shoes, and this new style offers a sneaker that you can take from the neighborhood streets to the trails. It makes packing for any occasion easier (and trendier). — CC
Meet your new 365 shorts. Made of reinforced ripstop nylon, this tear and water-resistant pull-on pair has a comfortable elastic waist and tonal drawstring, plus mesh-lined side pockets (and another in back) — perfect for everything from pick-up games to week-long camping trips.
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Between outdoor excursions, camping trips, and just hanging out on the porch of your Airbnb, a durable pair of shorts is a must for every traveler this month. This form-fitting yet comfortable style is flattering on everyone, and the elastic makes these especially great after going too hard at a resort all-you-can-eat buffet. — CC
Throw it all in and go, our Beach Bags are the perfect carry-all for any occasion. Grab a towel, a good book, hat, and sunscreen and head to the beach or fill it with this week’s freshest produce on a farmers market haul. The bags are made from canvas in our four staple vintage colorways and fitted with an interior zip pocket for your valuables.
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Summer and the beach go hand-in-hand, so you’ve gotta have a durable beach bag at the ready. This beautifully bright option from Business & Pleasure has plenty of room to hold everything you need for a long day by the sea. From your favorite beers to beachside snacks and sunscreen, you can carry all the essentials in style. — CC
These full-grain leather sandals have a built-in bottle opener? And arch support? And a non-marking rubber outsole with excellent traction? Hold our beer. For beer on the beach moments no matter where the water is, there’s the REEF Draftsmen.
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I mean, duh. It’s not summer without a solid pair of flip-flops to get you through the season (and beyond). But flip-flops that have a built-in beer opener? That’s a whole new level of cool. With these bad boys on your feet, you’re sure to be the life of every party as summer winds down. — CC
Meet the pants you’ll never want to take off, now in a longer inseam. The Performance Joggers have a slim but relaxed fit, side pockets, and a drawstring. Designed with our softest premium stretch fabric, they’re your new go-to.
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For early morning hikes and long flights, nothing beats putting on a soft yet stylish pair of joggers. The fabric on these Vuori pants is smooth on the skin and lightweight enough to wear at any time of the year. It’s athleisure at its finest. — CC
The Performer is back and better than ever. In addition to a new and improved overall shape, a wood grain ClearTek‚Ñ¢ drop-stitch, and laser engraved foot placement guides, this year it’s about more than just the board. Starting in 2022, we are partnering with One Tree Planted to plant a tree for every Performer sold, allowing you to give back to the planet with your purchase. Whether you are a novice paddler or an expert, we hope the new Performer inspires you to adventure.
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Speaking as someone who just spent my whole weekend on this exact paddle board — you see a lot of these on the water. Here’s why: This is hands down the best inflatable board there is. It’s durable, easy to inflate and deflate, and a ton of fun to ride. It’s narrow enough to be easy to navigate and still wide enough for literally anyone to learn immediately.
I took this on Elk Lake in Oregon and the Deschutes River nearby over the same weekend and this board handled both with aplomb. It’s intuitive in every way a product like this ought to be (though many fail) — there are bumpers to protect the board from rocks and the fins are flexible and don’t break easily. You can attach a cooler or a Go-Pro, depending on your vibe. Plus it comes with a hand pump, an electric pump, and a carrying backpack, making the process of setting up and riding as quick and pain-free as possible.
If you like paddling on the lake, river, or ocean, this is the most functional board on the market. It’s literally a pathway to aquatic adventure. — SB
The all-new Levo delivers the unbelievable power to ride more trails through an unequaled combination of ride quality, usable power, and ride anywhere range. It’s the distillation, application, and amplification of a 40-year obsession with creating the world’s best-riding mountain bikes. Since its introduction, Levo has set the bar every other e-MTB aims for, and the new Levo raises that bar again.
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This is technically more of a gravel bike or all-rounder than a full-on mountain bike, but during my demo, I still gave it the full rock hopping stress test. It held up amazingly and… Well, put it like this: These bikes are expensive and costly to maintain. Sort of like a sports car. But they also perform like a sports car, making them an absolute freaking joy on the trail.
The pedal assist is seamless. The power going uphill is incredible. The fun factor is in the stratosphere. Is $9,000 a lot to pay for a bike? Yes, it is. But if you crave adventure and don’t want to do all the work of getting uphill all the time, this will bring a whole lot of fun into your life. — SB
Randolph Deluxe Care Kit and 3-Frame Luxury Travel Case
Randolph
Price: $34, $50
The Company Line:
Deluxe Care Kit: Keep your frames in tip-top condition with our Deluxe Care Kit. This reinvented, custom Randolph maintenance kit comes complete with 30ml of lens cleaning spray, an embossed microfiber cleaning cloth, nose pad tool, custom screwdriver, six replacement nose pads, and ten replacement frame screws.
3-Frame Luxury Travel Case: Safely travel with your Randolph collection with our new stylish, yet functional travel case. Thoughtfully designed with black pebble-grain recycled leather with zip-around closure and a tastefully lined velvet soft interior that stores up to three of your favorite frames.
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I raved earlier about Randolph sunglasses. Now let me share my love for their care kit and travel case. Both items make it so so much easier to care for and upkeep your glasses. And when you’re hitting the road while paying a few hundred bucks for sunglasses, care and protection become essential.
I tighten up my glasses and replace my nose tabs every few months and doing it yourself is way better and easier than paying $20 every time at a sunglass shop. As for the case, well — learning how to make things last a long time is an acquired habit but definitely a vital one if you’re ready to have nice stuff. — SB
The Drop Point blade is ideally suited for hunters, particularly when skinning game. This blade shape is also popular for everyday use. The knife handle is made of durable, lightweight anodized aluminum and a textured black G-10 center inlay for a reliable grip. Its flipper design offers quick and reliable deployment with a simple flip of your index finger and snaps open on a ball bearing pivot.
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If you’re a camper, which I am, you need a knife. Not a giant knife but definitely a workhorse that can do everything from cut rope to whittle sticks to slicing open a can of beans in a pinch. That’s this knife from Case. The brand has been synonymous with quality in the knife world for a long time and this super functional blade is both stylish and durable.
From backpacking to rock climbing to something as simple as camping with a few bottles of whiskey, this knife is the perfect all-arounder to keep handy. — SB
Crafted in a modern square silhouette, the Nordace Siena Smart Backpack has a well-structured design, making it possible to keep the shape whether empty or full. Built with a USB charging port, the Nordace Siena Smart Backpack will keep your devices fully powered and ensure you’ll never lose connection when out and about.
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From flying to hiking to exploring new cities, a good backpack can go a long way when it comes to summer travel. This Nordace option is ideal for those who are always on the go. Thanks to the USB charging port, you’ll never have to worry about your phone dying while you’re out on the town. You’ll be able to pack your travel itinerary to the brim stress-free. No more missed photo ops or phone calls!
Better still, this is still going to feel cool when fall (agk!) rolls around. — CC
Ray-Ban Stories Wayfarer integrates the best of your phone with the timeless frame, bringing you a new way to capture and share your adventures. Use voice control to take photos and videos hands-free and stay immersed in the moment. Capture from a first-person perspective and enjoy consistently high-quality content thanks to the automatic light adjustment and stereoscopic photo depth.
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A pair of sunglasses that can record all of your summer travel memories — how awesome is that? Now you can capture every outing hands-free, helping you to stay present and enjoy every moment of your trip (while also getting that much-needed ‘gram content).
Is it a little much? Sure. But it’ll also be a fun gadget to experiment with if you’re keen to tell the story of your late-summer travels. It allows you to stay in the moment a little better, so you don’t have to be that person always interrupting to say “Wait, I want a photo!”
More to the point, perhaps, even if you don’t use all the features too often, you’re still going to have a stylish pair of Ray-Bans. — CC
AirFly is a wireless headphone adapter that lets you use your favorite wireless headphones or earbuds in places that only have a headphone jack — like airplanes and treadmills. Plug this tiny transmitter into a headphone jack to listen to in-flight movies or the TVs at the gym.
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There’s nothing worse than taking off on a long flight before realizing you forgot to download your latest Netflix shows. And if you don’t have wired headphones with a classic jack, then you’re stuck entertaining yourself with the airplane magazines and views from the window seat (many flights give out headphones but they’re always uncomfortable).
This nifty Bluetooth adapter is a must for every summer plane ride so you can easily enjoy the in-flight entertainment options. — CC
With a quick press, the compact and adventure-ready Grayl UltraPress Water Filter and Purifier Bottle helps protect against viruses, protozoa, bacteria, chemicals, pesticides, and heavy metals. Simply fill, press, and drink — fill from any freshwater source, press on the ground or other firm surface, and drink purified water.
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Clean water is a necessity for safe adventuring, especially if you’re hiking or exploring somewhere new solo. This high-tech bottle uses ion exchange and ultra-powdered activated carbon to filter and purify water, ensuring you have drinking water wherever you go. — CC
[This case is] waterproof when swimming, rafting, boating; snowproof when snowing and skiing; and dirtproof when playing on the beach or exploring in a cave. The front and back case is both transparent. Don’t worry about where is your camera is! Snap an image whenever you want!
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If you’re traveling during the hot month of August, then chances are you’re going to participate in some kind of water activity, whether that’s snorkeling, surfing, or swimming in the resort pool. These are likely going to be some of the most memorable experiences on your trip, and this phone case gives you an affordable and easy way to capture those special moments without worrying about ruining your tech.
Toothpaste Bits: Give your teeth an extra boost with Mint Fluoride, our newest toothpaste bits, now with anticavity protection. Made with clean, vegan-friendly ingredients, our Fresh Mint toothpaste bits will help fight cavities, keep your teeth healthy and our oceans clean.
Body Balm: Hydrated Skin, Happy Planet — And for our next trick, we’ve created a travel-friendly moisturizer without plastic packaging… and without water. Our ultra-concentrated, non-greasy formula means our ingredients aren’t watered down and don’t require any harsh preservatives or parabens.
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Both Bite Toothpaste Bits and their Body Balm sticks offer a masterclass in eco-packaging. They’re compact and work well without demanding extra space, causing spills in your luggage, or creating ridiculous excess packaging.
The toothpaste bits will carry you through a long journey (as long as they don’t get wet — don’t bring the full jar in the shower like you might with a toothpaste tube). The Body Balm goes quicker, but the process of buying refills is easy and as far as lotions go, this is the most compact and least messy way I’ve seen for travelers.
Plus the boost to the environment is an important plus — as all travelers should also be thinking of their impact on the earth. — SB
Travel means wonderful memories and new experiences, but also jet lag, sleep disruption, new foods we aren’t used to, microbial exchange in close quarters, and exposure to pathogens. Almost without fail, we get sick (and constipated). Much of this is due to the fact that we’re not fully equipped to travel so far. DS-01 is a 24-strain broad-spectrum probiotic + prebiotic that offers a wide range of benefits to improve digestive, skin, and heart health, micronutrient synthesis, gut barrier integrity, and gut immune functions.
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We’ve all been there. Travel can really f*ck up your digestion, leaving you either constipated or with the runs. It’s a surefire to tarnish any vacation. With these handy little probiotic + prebiotic pills, you can visit any city or new country with the confidence your stomach will remain steady. Plus, the welcome kit for subscribers comes with a convenient travel vial, which is great for staying regular on the go and when indulging in new foods. — CC
Doctor-developed DripDrop ORS is a fast, clinically-proven way to replace lost fluids and replenish electrolytes.DripDrop ORS can often be used as an alternative to IV therapy for mild to moderate dehydration but comes in convenient, individually-wrapped sticks that go wherever you go.
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DripDrops are a must for every hungover Sunday morning. Its ultra-hydrating formula can ease the effects of every poolside Mai Tai. DripDrops are useful beyond just hangovers, too. Between flying, exploring, and avoiding non-filtered water in foreign places, many aspects of travel can lead to dehydration. So it’s always a good idea to take a couple of these travel-friendly sticks along for the ride. — CC
Every network seems to have a show or documentary coming out about the Los Angeles Lakers right now, with HBO’s Winning Time becoming a lightning rod this past year, Magic Johnson producing his own documentary for Apple+, and Jeanie Buss heading up Hulu’s foray into the Lakers documentary space.
On Monday, Hulu released another trailer for Legacy: The True Story Of The LA Lakers, and it offered a glimpse at some more of the subjects the series will dive into. It will tell the story of the Showtime Lakers, Magic Johnson’s HIV announcement, the Shaq and Kobe years, their breakup, and then run all the way up to the current Lakers (or, at least, the 2020 title team). Along the way, it’ll tie the on-court stories to the behind the scenes drama of the Buss family, with the previous trailer indicating they got most all of the Buss children involved in the project to discuss the internal strife after Dr. Jerry Buss’ death and the power struggle within the family for control of the franchise.
This trailer also shows there will be plenty on the death of Kobe Bryant and the reverberations of that throughout the organization, tributes to Bryant, some untold stories, and more. The documentary will also apparently pull some prior interview clips of Bryant discussing his time with Shaq and more to help tell that portion of the story.
The series will debut on Hulu on August 15.
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