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Porto Alegre, Brazil, February 25, 2011

Mitchell Laurren-Ring — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 21:26:41 +0000

A few years ago I used to ride with Portland Critical Mass every month. Eventually, the numbers became so small that it seemed pointless to continue. Still, I’ve long felt a kinship with Critical Mass rides everywhere. Thus, seeing the following video taken Friday night in Brazil almost made me cry. One minute into the video, the joy and serenity is replaced with insane violence:

Here’s an overhead view:

Here’s one man’s reaction to the aftermath. I can only understand 3 or 4 words but his intent is obvious:

Whenever you see or hear someone joking about mowing bikers down, be sure the “joker” knows about this incident. Violence towards cyclists helps no one.

Another New Music Video from OK Go

Mitchell Laurren-Ring — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 07:00:00 +0000

Another brilliant one-shot video from OK Go. For some reason, YouTube is allowing the embedding option for this, the second version for “This Too Shall Pass.”

New Music Video from OK Go

Mitchell Laurren-Ring — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 07:52:25 +0000

Here is an amazing video from “YouTube” stars, OK Go. Watch carefully and wonder to yourself how many takes this took:

If you don’t have flash on your device, you can view the video on YouTube with this link. Why didn’t I just embed the YouTube video? Damian Kulash, Jr., one of the guys in the band, wrote a very interesting article on a fan forum a few days ago that did an excellent job of explaining the intricacies of the music industry’s DRM machine. Today Kulash followed up with a tremendous New York Times Guest Op-Ed.

Mel Gibson: Still An Asshole

Mitchell Laurren-Ring — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:27:23 +0000

First, he claims to not know what the interviewer is asking and then he says he’s “done all the necessary mea culpas.” At least he admits he is still the same person: an anti-semitic and mean-spirited bully who doesn’t understand why people dislike him.

I think celebrities sometimes reach a tipping point where they will forever be boxed in by their past actions. Welcome to the club, Mel. Tom Cruise and Gary Busey are glad you’re here.

Best Wheelbarrow Race Ever

Mitchell Laurren-Ring — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:43:15 +0000

The awesome happens at the 14 second mark but watch the whole thing for context:

Why Homosexuality Should Be Banned

Mitchell Laurren-Ring — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:32:35 +0000

Why did Obama win the Nobel Peace Prize?

Mitchell Laurren-Ring — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 05:50:34 +0000

Rachel Maddow provides some excellent historical perspective as well as outlining exactly what Obama has accomplished.

Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News, World News, and News about the Economy

My apologies if you had to watch a commercial before the video started.

I Gotta Feeling

Mitchell Laurren-Ring — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 18:56:06 +0000

Canadian university students look like they had fun making this one-take video where everyone lip synchs to a Black Eyed Peas video (via Crooks and Liars).

Give Me Novacaine

Mitchell Laurren-Ring — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 08:58:47 +0000

Thomas really likes to play songs from American Idiot.

Best Tornado Footage I’ve Ever Seen

Mitchell Laurren-Ring — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 21:16:22 +0000

Shot near Austin, MN on June 17, 2009.

Super Mario Bros on the bass

Mitchell Laurren-Ring — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 05:05:47 +0000

Inspired Bicycles

Mitchell Laurren-Ring — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:04:01 +0000

I wish I could do these things on a bike but I’d never be crazy enough to try:

Make sure you watch at least until the 3:10 mark.

World Builder

Mitchell Laurren-Ring — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 16:12:40 +0000

A strange man builds a world using holographic tools for the woman he loves.

This award winning short was created by filmmaker Bruce Branit, widely known as the co-creator of ’405′. World Builder was shot in a single day followed by about 2 years of post production. Branit is the owner of Branit VFX based in Kansas City.

Birthday Interview Questions

Mitchell Laurren-Ring — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 19:31:32 +0000

Friday I’m going to start a tradition in the Ring household. I’ve had this idea for some time but I keep forgetting to do it. The idea is to hold an interview with someone on their birthday. On Friday, the interview will be with Thomas on the occasion of his 13th birthday. Hopefully, I’ll remember to continue this and I’ll use the same questions year after year. Here are the questions I have so far. Please add your suggestions in the comments.

How old are you?
What is your favorite color?
What is your favorite smell?
What is your favorite band?
What is your favorite food?
What is your favorite drink?
What is your favorite celebrity?
What is your favorite athlete?
Who is your favorite teacher and subject?
What is your favorite TV show?
What is your favorite movie?
What is your favorite game?
What is your best birthday memory?
What is the best memory of the last year?
What do you like to do when you’re not in school?
Who are your best friends?
What is your favorite thing to do with mom? With Dad?
What do you want to be when you grow up?

Just For Now

Mitchell Laurren-Ring — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 22:35:48 +0000

Don’t Vote

Mitchell Laurren-Ring — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 09:45:22 +0000

Voting Will Make You Big and Strong

Mitchell Laurren-Ring — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 22:34:46 +0000

Keith Olbermann castigates John McCain and his campaign

Mitchell Laurren-Ring — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 20:53:31 +0000

Cat vs. Pot Holder

Mitchell Laurren-Ring — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 04:31:51 +0000

I shot the video when everyone else was out of the house and then showed it to them when they got back. Thomas edited the video and added the sound effects. Note that Rory was doing this for several minutes before I grabbed the camera. Crazy kitten!

Work It Out

Mitchell Laurren-Ring — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 17:52:59 +0000