After growing up watching American Christmas movies her whole life, Rene Wilmoth finally got the chance to see snow in person. Needless to say, she was a little excited. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/jamaican-girl-sees-snow-for-the-first-time/
It’s hard enough for ventriloquists to talk, but sing? That’s some serious skill. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/girl-stuns-americas-got-talent-judges-with-her-mind-boggling-singing-ventriloquism/
When he was just 17 years old, Valentin Dikul broke his back after an acrobatics routine went wrong. Instead of living in a wheelchair like the doctors ordered, Dikul took it upon himself to rehabilitate his body and went on to become one of the most accomplished strongmen of all time. Here he is performing one of his famous power juggling routines at a circus in 1985. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/this-power-juggler-is-a-master-of-weights-and-physics/
They say music is a universal language that has the power to transcend all human differences and bring us together for a common cause. It’s true. Whether you’re into rock or classical music, it doesn’t take much to notice the effect music has on the way we feel and how we look at the world around us. Here at Wimp, we love sharing videos of people using their musical talent in incredible, unexpected ways. We’ve seen how music can be used to inspire new inventions, treat terminal illnesses and even make animals whistle. In the video below, you’ll see how one musician took classical guitar playing to new heights. Bystanders who caught a glimpse of him immediately took out their cameras and started recording his unique performance as he played melody after melody on his classical guitar. When you hear how he plays, you’ll wish you were right there on the plaza of Canete, Chile listening to his song in person. Although street musicians like him are a relatively common sight in Latin America, there are only a few that possess as much talent. If you’ve ever tried learning the guitar or currently play the guitar, then you know that there’s a very steep learning curve to mastering the instrument. Now, imagine the skill required to play a regular song in the same style as this musician. It’s hard, but he somehow manages to make it look so easy. Don’t forget to SHARE this astounding performance with your family and friends! H/T: Pablo Hevia-Koch Read more: http://www.wimp.com/street-musician-shreds-a-classical-guitar/
The year 2016 has had… mixed reviews, to say the least. But we can all take heart in the wealth of scientific progress that has been made over the past 365 days. Here is a look back at the most significant scientific moments of 2016. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/2016-was-a-good-year-for-science/
In this classic scene from Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, Michael Cera had to throw a package into a trash can without looking over his shoulder. While the final cut of this scene looks pretty cool in the movie, we’re not sure if Michael Cera thinks it was worth the 33 takes it took to get it. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/michael-cera-only-needed-33-takes-to-nail-this-impressive-over-the-shoulder-shot/
Ever wonder why there’s such a huge price difference between Coach and First Class? Well, Wendover Productions is here to explain the many surprising factors that make airline tickets cost as much as they do. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/why-airline-classes-cost-as-much-as-they-do/
This little girl is all of us when our favorite song comes on the radio. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/adorable-little-girl-waiting-for-the-beat/
Brushing a lynx is just like brushing a house cat, except for the fact that your average house cat doesn’t have huge paws. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/brushing-a-lynx-is-no-easy-feat/
Heather Kruger was a young, vibrant nursing assistant living in the Chicago area when she received life-changing news. Her liver was failing, and without a transplant, she wouldn’t have much time left. Friends and family checked, but no one was a match. Things were looking bleak when the impossible happened – a stranger stepped up, with an incredible offer. Former Marine Chris Dempsey had heard about Heather’s struggle at his work, and wanted to help. He contacted the hospital, went through testing and, amazingly, was a match. The two spent the next few months in recovery, but their story doesn’t end there. What happened to them next is truly one in a million. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/marine-donates-liver-nurse/