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Physicists, and scientists in general, are not often viewed as daring or risk-taking individuals. Especially for those who work in the academic and research fields, day-to-day tasks aren’t usually physically demanding or particularly dangerous. And even when they are, an emphasis is always placed on safety first. Physicist Andreas Wahl, however, is taking a more unorthodox approach to demonstrating the laws of physics. In this video, the Norwegian physicist and television host demonstrates how objects move faster when reaching a central point. Some might think that he secretly wants to become a daredevil, but is his life really at risk when he has proven science on his side? The friction and tension in the rope stop him from falling to the ground, eventually, but something this dangerous should never be tried at home. Accidents can always happen. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/scientist-stunt-physics-fall-weight-andreas-wahl/

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Advertisement “There is no sincerer love than the love of food” – George Bernard Shaw Life is all about simple pleasures, and when it comes to simple pleasures nothing beats a good meal. Food breaks down barriers, crosses borders and brings people together in a way that sometimes words just can’t. Here at Wimp we see a lot of food videos pass through, and we love all of them. From delicious recipes to insanely talented chefs to just plain bizarre dishes, pretty much everything that can be done with food can be found in our archives. But there are some that stand out. For today’s journey into the past we are featuring some of our favorite food moments, starring one of the all-time great chefs and some lunches that will make you hungry right now.  Carrot Clarinet – February 2, 2010  All this time we thought the only thing to do with a carrot was eat it. Turns out, the vegetable can also turn into a very serviceable clarinet. What a shame it took humanity this long to figure that out. The carrot clarinet can really come in handy if you forget to bring your instrument to band class one day. Now someone just needs to create an entire carrot orchestra.  Advertisement School Lunches Being Prepared And Served In France – April 14, 2011   Say what you want about the French, but you can’t deny they know how to do lunch. This look into a French school’s lunch program reveals the lengths they go to in order to provide children with healthy meals and appreciation for authentic French cuisine. Sure looks a lot better than the chicken fingers and pudding that I used to eat.  Julia Child Remixed – August 15, 2012  What’s an article about food without a mention of the master chef herself, Julia Child. In honor of what would have been her 100th birthday, PBS put together an auto-tuned tribute to Julia and gave her the only thing her brilliant career was lacking, a hit song. Advertisement If you’re hungry for more videos about food, search through our website and visit our Facebook page. Nobody loves food more than those of us here at the Wimp offices. Now if you excuse us, we need to go to lunch.  Do you have a favorite video from the past? Let us know in the comments and make sure to join us every Thursday as we continue to dig deeper into our archives and explore the world of Wimp. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/throwback-thursday-best-of-food/

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Charlie Brown made his debut in October of 1950 and has been delighting readers of all ages since with his wonderful group of friends and occasionally unfortunate adventures. In this clip from the unreleased documentary “A Boy Named Charlie Brown” Peanuts creator Charles Schulz draws his lead hero while giving background on what makes Charlie Brown, well, Charlie Brown. As Charlie Brown takes shape with a few simple lines Schulz reveals the truth. “Charlie Brown is, I think, a little bit like everyone. We all need reassurance that some people really do like us.” It’s a universal theme that resonates equally with children and adults alike, and part of the reason the Peanuts comic strip has remained so popular for almost 65 years. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/charles-schluz-charlie-brown-drawing/

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The Cheltenham Festival is one of the most exciting horse racing events in the United Kingdom. Since the 1860s, elite racers from all over Britain and Ireland have converged on Gloucestershire to compete in a series of races over the course of a single week. But, according to Irish horse racing legend Sir Anthony McCoy, the Cheltenham Festival “is as much about the horses as it is about the tweed.” Every year, those attending the festival dust off their finest tweed suits for everyone to see. But, if the spectators and jockeys get to dress to the nines, shouldn’t the horses be allowed to as well? It’s no secret that horses are some of the most beautiful creatures on this planet. There are all kinds of gorgeous breeds that the average person has never even heard of. Heck, there are even some breeds that only existed for a short time in our nation’s history, but made a huge impact while they were around. Horses are a spectrum of beauty, and no shaved pattern or outfit could ever rival their natural look. That isn’t to say that they can’t get dressed up for a fun festival like Cheltenham, though.  This year marks the first year in which a horse will don a three-piece tweed suit. If that sounds a little silly, that’s because it is. Morestead, the beloved veteran racehorse, will be rolling (or should I say galloping?) up to this year’s festival in his best garb. Check out the pictures below to see what the world’s first horse suit looks like in action. Meet Morestead. He’s the veteran racehorse modelling the world’s first three-piece suit tailored for a horse. Morestead will be debuting his new outfit at this year’s Cheltenham Festival. There are a few distinct differences from your average tweed suit, namely the ear holes in the cap. Morestead’s suit is made of over 59 feet of tweed. For reference, that is roughly 10 times more tweed than is required to make a human suit. That’s a ton of fabric, but it’s nothing compared to the 200 miles of combined tweed worn by everyone in attendance at each year’s festival! Tweed is a closely woven, rough fabric. It is considered to be traditional clothing for people residing in the Irish or British countryside. Many see it as perfect informal outerwear, which explains why it is the ideal fit for a racing festival like Cheltenham. Here he is modelling with famous jockey Sir Anthony McCoy. You have to admit that their matching outfits are like nothing you’ve ever seen before. Horse blankets are an important article of clothing in the equestrian world, so what’s wrong with letting Morestead wear something a little more snazzy? These two will certainly be stealing the show at this year’s festival, which is currently going on in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. If you’d like to learn more about this unique four-legged fashion project, check out the video below. H/T: William Hill Read more: http://www.wimp.com/horse-tweed-suit-morestead/

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Willie Nelson. Johnny Cash. Waylon Jennings. Kris Kristofferson. These four country music legends made up the country supergroup The Highwaymen. Their #1 hit “Highwayman” set the foundation for their “outlaw” reputations. From that foundation, each member made his own style and career – each influenced future generations. Now, imagine growing up on that tour, watching the performances, and knowing the men behind them. That’s exactly the fortunate life lived by the sons of Willie Nelson. Luke and Jake called The Red Headed Stranger “dad” and the other superstars “uncle.” These boys were raised by a legend, surrounded by trendsetters, and, all the while, encouraged in their own creativity. One would expect a lot from those so closely influenced by greatness. Willie has influenced a wide range of audiences on a wide range of topics. He was a founder of Farm Aid, a set of concerts to raise money and awareness for the importance of family-run farms. Following 9/11, he led several celebrities in a benefit concert, singing “America the Beautiful.” He wrote Patsy Cline‘s hit song “Crazy.” He is a seven-time Grammy winner. He has also received recognition from the American Music Awards and Academy of Country Music Awards. Above all of this, Willie seems to believe his greatest influence is through his sons. He looks to them to pass on a love for music, as he did for them. He even teases them that they need to “get busy and get some kids.” However the future turns out, it should be a creative ride with a role model and father like Willie Nelson. Don’t forget to SHARE this epic performance with your friends and family! H/T: John Varvatos Read more: http://www.wimp.com/country-music-icon-willie-nelson-jams-with-his-sons/

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Hockey is known for being a chaotic sport, but the Calgary Hitmen have an annual tradition that puts an adorable spin on mayhem. This year marked the 21st Annual Petro-Canada Teddy Bear Toss, a charity event where thousands of stuffed bears get donated to charity by being thrown through the air onto the ice. Over 28,815 stuffed toys were donated by the sold out crowd of 19,289 during the game. It’s a win/win situation. Children in need get stuffed toys, and the crowd gets to have a rowdy good time. Enjoy watching the fluffy chaos, and make sure to donate something to a family in need this season. Even if you can’t throw it during a game.  Read more: http://www.wimp.com/teddy-bears-rain-down-on-hockey-game/

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YouTuber CalicoStrike was driving down Red Hill Avenue in Irvine, California, dashcam rolling, when something rather strange happened. While stopped in traffic at a light, the camera managed to capture the exact moment that a small airplane landed on the road, blowing through the intersection. Fortunately, the landing occurred with the flow of traffic, and no injuries were reported. The cause of the landing is currently unknown, although it has been reported that the small plane was being flown by a student pilot and an instructor. They were forced to make an emergency landing, finally stopping in a side lane of a large street during rush hour. The Federal Aviation Administration will be investigating the cause of the landing, but one thing is for sure: everyone who witnessed this has now got one unbelievable story to share. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/airplane-lands-on-city-street/

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Jason Silva is the host of National Geographic’s “Brain Games,” as well as a world-renowned writer and thinker. Silva has built his reputation on big ideas that challenge and engage his audience, but usually that audience is made up of adults. Thankfully Silva meet a child who wants to listen to his ideas. A child who isn’t even out of diapers yet. This baby listens with ever widening eyes as Silva explains how incredible the miracle of life truly is. Philosophy lessons rarely contain this level of cuteness. We can’t wait to hear what the baby thinks about all this. Once this kid learns to talk, we’ll be sure to follow up. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/jason-silva-blows-babys-mind/

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Mercury(II) thiocyanate, or (Hg(SCN)2) to its friends, is an inorganic chemical compound with a deceptively simple look. In its standard form, it looks like some unassuming white powder. But Mercury thiocyanate holds a secret. When ignited it produces an effect known as the Pharaoh’s serpent, and it’s an insane chemical reaction to behold. With the touch of a hot enough heat source, large coiling masses of solid, oddly colored tentacles slowly burst forth from the powder, accompanied by a bright flame. This exothermic reaction was discovered by the German chemist Friedrich Wöhler in 1821. We can only imagine his surprise the first time he saw this incredible, spontaneous snake pit of chemistry. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/insane-mercury-thiocyanate-chemical-reaction/

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If a tree falls in the woods, and nobody is there to hear it, does it make a sound? While that question has plagued humanity for countless generations, we’ve recently gotten the answer to a different, but equally awesome question: what is the music of trees? That’s what artist Bartholomaus Traubeck decided to find out when he created the world’s first record player for trees.  Instead of a vinyl disc, Traubeck’s record player uses a cross-section of a log or tree trunk, using light to translate the different colors and textures of the tree’s rings into musical notes and instruments. Because every tree has its own unique configuration of rings, every tree has its own unique “song.” Essentially, Traubeck has created a potentially unlimited library of “records.” The technology behind it is actually not that crazy, either. All it took was a modified Playstation Eye Camera and a motor to control the arm. The data collected by the camera is relayed to a computer and interpreted into a piano track by a program called Ableton Live. The songs themselves are hauntingly beautiful, though they aren’t exactly melodic in a traditional sense. They sound almost like the background score of a particularly angsty art film, and music students may also find similarities to the works of some modern composers, who emphasize dissonance. H/T: Agnostos AllAboutTruth Read more: http://www.wimp.com/what-a-tree-sounds-like-when-played-on-a-record-player/

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