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Machine Learning: Living in the Age of AI

“Machine Learning: Living in the Age of AI,” examines the extraordinary ways in which people are interacting with AI today. Hobbyists and teenagers are now developing tech powered by machine learning and WIRED shows the impacts of AI on schoolchildren and farmers and senior citizens, as well as looking at the implications that rapidly accelerating technology can have. The film was directed by filmmaker Chris Cannucciari, produced by WIRED, and supported by McCann Worldgroup.




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WIRED Autocomplete Interviews - Smosh Answers the Web's Most Searched Questions

Ian Hecox, Mari Takahashi, and Courtney Miller of Smosh answer the web's most searched questions about Smosh and themselves. Is Ian Hecox related to Abraham Lincoln? How did Mari Takahashi chip her tooth? What breed is Courtney Miller's dog? The folks from Smosh answer all these questions, and more! Smosh is the biggest sketch comedy brand on the Internet! Find them on their YouTube channels Smosh, Smosh Pit, Smosh Games & SmoshCast.




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How Interpreters Do Their Jobs

Conference interpreter Barry Slaughter Olsen explains what it's really like to be a professional interpreter. Barry goes behind the scenes of his vocation, breaking down the many real-life scenarios he faces on a day-to-day basis. Footage of Muammar Gaddafi at the 64th General Assembly provided by the United Nations. (The views in the film are not those of the United Nations) Conference Earpiece courtesy of Conference Rental.




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2 Interpreters Test Their Translation Skills

Interpreters Barry Slaughter Olsen and Katty Kauffman face a series of challenges to test their abilities as interpreters. Can Katty translate a text message conversation in real time? Can Barry interpret a recorded speech that continually gets faster? See if these experts in their field are truly up to the task!




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How Conductors Lead Musicians in Performance

Conductor and organist Kent Tritle explains all that goes into being a professional conductor. From the concepts of legato, marcato, fortissimo, and more, Kent breaks down what exactly his hand movements mean when leading a group of musicians. Filmed at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, featuring Kent Tritle, Director of Cathedral Music and Organist, Cathedral of St. John the Divine.




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WIRED Autocomplete Interviews - Tom Holland, Zendaya & Jacob Batalon Answer the Web's Most Searched Questions

Spider-Man: Far From Home stars Tom Holland, Zendaya and Jacob Batalon answer the web's most searched questions about Spider-Man and themselves. Is Spider-Man an Avenger? Does Tom Holland do his own stunts? What does Zendaya's name mean? Does Jacob Batalon have a Twitter account? Spider-Man: Far From Home is in theaters everywhere July 2




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Notifications Are Stressing Us Out

Many smartphone users get 80 or more notifications a day. WIRED's Lauren Goode examines how all those notifications are affecting us, what to do about them, and how we even ended up with so many in the first place.




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Each and Every - Every Toy in Toy Story Explained

Toy Story 4 director Josh Cooley takes a look at every toy that appears in the Toy Story franchise and explains their significance. From Toy Story 4 star Forky, to the iconic Buzz Lightyear, hear the backstories behind your favorite characters. Toy Story 4 is in theaters now!




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Stranger Things is Getting a New Mall! But Today Malls Are Dying. What Happened?

The 1980's nostalgia and sci-fi show Stranger Things returns for season three with a new setting: The Starcourt Mall. WIRED's Emily Dreyfuss talks with architecture professor Ellen Dunham-Jones about mall culture and the fate of dead malls. Hint, zombies.




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16 Levels of Piano Composition: Easy to Complex

Pianist and composer Nahre Sol attempts to play "Happy Birthday" in 16 levels of complexity. Nahre starts playing the iconic tune with just one finger and adds more and more layers until she's playing it with extended harmonies, elongated melodies and staggered leaps. Watch and see how it all comes together!




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WIRED Autocomplete Interviews - Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard & Noah Schnapp Answer the Web's Most Searched Questions

Stranger Things stars Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, and Noah Schnapp answer the internet's most searched questions about themselves and Stranger Things. Does Millie Bobby Brown dance? What's Finn Wolfhard's band called? Is Noah Schnapp perfect? Is Stranger Things 3 the last season?? The cast answers all these questions and more! Stranger Things season 3 is streaming now on Netflix




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WIRED Autocomplete Interviews - Winona Ryder & David Harbour Answer the Web's Most Searched Questions

Stranger Things stars Winona Ryder and David Harbour answer the internet's most searched questions about themselves. What is Winona Ryder's real name? Does David Harbour play video games? When did Winona start acting? Is David a nice guy?? The Stranger Things stars answer all these questions and more! Stranger Things season 3 is streaming now on Netflix.




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Daisy Ridley Explores Her Impact on The Internet

What kind of impact has "Ophelia" star Daisy Ridley had on the internet? WIRED combs the web for data about Daisy Ridley and presents all the information to her. What happens when you Google her name? What's the first picture of Daisy to appear on Getty Images? What's her most popular video on YouTube?




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Doctor Explains How Sunscreen Affects Your Body

A recent F.D.A. study shows that certain chemicals in some sunscreens can seep into and remain in people's blood. To find out what that means for staying safe in the sun, WIRED's Robbie Gonzalez spoke with dermatologist Dr. Kanade Shinkai.




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Why It's Almost Impossible to Hit a 160 MPH Tennis Serve

Some of the best tennis players have incredibly fast serve speeds. The fastest official serve is 157 MPH, but could it be even faster? WIRED's Robbie Gonzalez looks into the science and skill of sizzling serves.




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How Food Is Different in Space

What's different about food in space? Former NASA astronaut Mike Massimino breaks down all the differences between eating on Earth and eating in space. Is astronaut ice cream REALLY a thing? Who decides what food is brought to space? Can you eat burgers in space? Why do astronauts use tortillas instead of bread? Mike Massimino is a former NASA astronaut, senior advisor for space programs at the Intrepid Museum, and professor at Columbia University.




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How Sleep Is Different in Space

What's different about sleeping in space? Former NASA astronaut Mike Massimino breaks down all the differences between sleeping on Earth and sleeping in space. Is there a difference between sleeping upside down and sleeping right-side up? Do you get your own bedroom? What kind of alarm clock does an astronaut use? Mike Massimino is a former NASA astronaut, senior advisor for space programs at the Intrepid Museum, and professor at Columbia University.




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WIRED Autocomplete Interviews - Eric Andre Answers the Web's Most Searched Questions

The Lion King star Eric Andre takes the WIRED Autocomplete Interview and answers the internet's most searched questions about himself. Are Eric Andre's shows real? Is Eric a genius? What instrument does he play? Eric answers all these questions and more! Disney's The Lion King is in theaters everywhere July 19!




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Obsessed - How This Artist Makes Sculptures Out of Old Typewriter Parts

Artist Jeremy Mayer has dedicated himself to transforming mechanical typewriter parts, and only typewriter parts, into detailed sculptures of birds, insects and human figures.




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Scientist Explains How She Captured Rare Footage of a Giant Squid

Dr. Edith Widder and a team of scientists captured the first footage of a live giant squid in U.S. waters. WIRED's Matt Simon spoke with Widder to learn the story behind the video.




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Can Good Design Save Lives? | WIRED Brand Lab

BRANDED CONTENT | Produced by WIRED Brand Lab with American Institute of Architects | How can design transform emergency rooms from one of the most stressful and chaotic places into a place of healing? Dr. Bon Ku and architect Billie Faircloth, AIA, break down the science behind designing a better work environment for hospitals.




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Astronomer Jill Tarter Answers Alien Questions From Twitter

Astronomer Jill Tarter, former director of the Center for SETI Research, uses the power of Twitter to answer common questions about extraterrestrial life. What if SETI found intelligent life on another planet? Would they keep it a secret? Did US fighter pilots really see a UFO?




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Each and Every - Every Major Movie Reference in Stranger Things

If you've ever seen the show Stranger Things, you've probably noticed a movie reference or two. Series creators Ross and Matt Duffer are huge film buffs, and they've used every opportunity they can to reference some of their favorite movies in Stranger Things. Here is their definitive list of (almost) every movie reference in Stranger Things. Stranger Things season 3 is streaming now on Netflix. https://www.netflix.com/watch/80186941?trackId=254015180




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Scientist Explains How Moon Mining Would Work

WIRED speaks with Angel Abbud-Madrid, the Director of the Center for Space Resources at the Colorado School of Mines, to find out just how lunar mining would work.




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Ask WIRED: Our Reporters Answer Your Questions

We asked WIRED readers and subscribers to send us their questions. Are we being constantly watched through our face cams? What is the current status of Net Neutrality? How do I get into Area 51? WIRED's Senior Writer, Robbie Gonzalez; Senior Associate Editor, Arielle Pardes; and Senior Correspondent, Peter Rubin, answer these questions and many more.




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Real Nutrition for Real Recovery Explained | WIRED Brand Lab

BRANDED CONTENT | Produced by WIRED Brand Lab for BUILT WITH CHOCOLATE MILK Serious athletes turn to lowfat chocolate milk as a post-workout recovery beverage. Learn more about the science behind the recovery.




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Scientist's Map Explains Climate Change

A new interactive map from researchers at the University of Maryland shows how cities might be transformed by climate change. WIRED's Matt Simon talks with environmental scientist Matt Fitzpatrick about the map and why San Francisco could feel like Los Angeles by 2080.




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WIRED Autocomplete Interviews - Machine Gun Kelly Answers the Web's Most Searched Questions

Machine Gun Kelly takes the WIRED Autocomplete Interview and answers the internet's most searched questions about himself. What's Machine Gun Kelly's real name? What was his first ever song? Does he have a girlfriend? A wife? Is he single??? Machine Gun Kelly answers all these questions and more!




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Why Some Cities Are Banning Facial Recognition Technology

A handful of US cities have banned government use of facial recognition technology due to concerns over its accuracy and privacy. WIRED's Tom Simonite talks with computer vision scientist and lawyer Gretchen Greene about the controversy surrounding the use of this technology.




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Vision Scientist Explains Why These Praying Mantises Are Wearing 3D Glasses

Researchers at Newcastle University, UK have been studying stereoscopic vision in praying mantises by having them wear tiny 3D glasses. WIRED's Matt Simon talks with Jenny Read, a vision scientist who led the research, about how their vision compares with humans and what that means for machine vision.




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WIRED Tradecraft - Former FBI Agent Breaks Down Gangsters' Body Language

Former FBI agent and body language expert Joe Navarro breaks down the body language of well known mobsters. Why did Bugsy Siegel dress so sharply? What does it mean when Mickey Cohen pinches his nose? Why does John Dillinger sit with his arms crossed? Joe Navarro teaches us what all these non-verbals REALLY mean.




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Tech Support - Penn Jillette Answers Magic Questions From Twitter

Magician Penn Jillette uses the power of Twitter to answer common questions about magic. Do magicians ever reveal their secrets? Do Penn and Teller ever mess up an illusion? Is magic actually real? Penn answers all these questions and more! Penn & Teller’s MasterClass can be found at MasterClass.com/pt. Users can access this course and more than 60 MasterClass courses by subscribing to the All-Access Pass for $180 per year.




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Bill Nye Explains the Science Behind Solar Sailing

On June 25, the Planetary Society's LightSail 2 hitched a ride into orbit on board SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket. The solar sail is propelled only by sunlight, and its technology holds promise for early detection of major events in space, as well as travel across vast distances. To find out more, WIRED's Daniel Oberhaus spoke with Planetary Society CEO, Bill Nye.




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Tech Support - The Russo Brothers Answer Avengers: Endgame Questions From Twitter

Avengers: Endgame directors Anthony and Joseph Russo use the power of Twitter to answer common questions about Avengers: Endgame and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. THIS VIDEO CONTAINS AVENGERS SPOILERS! Why does Falcon get the shield? Why aren't there any Nova Corps members in the fight against Thanos? Why are some of the Avengers: Endgame deleted scenes so great? The Russo brothers answer all these questions, and more! Avengers: Endgame is available on Digital and Blu-Ray now!




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Obsessed - How This Woman Started Diving in DIY Subs

Marine biologist Shanee Stopnitzky is on a mission to spend as much time under the ocean's surface as possible. To achieve her goal, she bought two used and broken submarines, and is fixing them up, making them functional again, learning as she goes.




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WIRED Autocomplete Interviews - Charlie Puth Answers the Web's Most Searched Questions

Charlie Puth takes the WIRED Autocomplete Interview and answers the internet's most searched questions about himself.




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Why It's Almost Impossible to Kick a 90-Yard Field Goal

The world record for a N.F.L. game field goal is 64 yards. But place kickers have sent the ball far further in practice. Is a 90 yard kick possible? To find out, WIRED's Robbie Gonzalez explores the physics of long kicks and gets a lesson from pro kicker Harrison Butker.




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Jada Pinkett Smith Answers the Web's Most Searched Questions

Angel Has Fallen star Jada Pinkett Smith takes the WIRED Autocomplete Interview and answers the internet's most searched questions about herself. Angel Has Fallen is in theaters everywhere August 23




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Tech Support - Alex Honnold Answers Climbing Questions From Twitter

Alex Honnold uses the power of Twitter to answer common questions about climbing. What's Alex's favorite type of climbing hold? Do all rock climbers live in vans? Once you get to the top, how do you get back down? Alex answers all these questions, and more!




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Scientist Explains What Water Pooling in Kilauea's Volcanic Crater Means

Don Swanson, a scientist with the United States Geological Survey, explains why researchers are so interested in a pool of water that's formed in the crater of Hawaii's Kilauea volcano.




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Scientist Explains How a Fire Tornado Forms

Extreme wildfires can get so intense that the heat from the fire can generate its own weather patterns. In rare cases, like during the 2018 wildfire in Redding California, the wildfire created its own tornado, or as it is more commonly known: a firenado. Many videos show fire formations labeled as firenadoes -- but according to atmospheric scientist Neal Lareau, only two known fire tornadoes have ever been caught on video.




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Astronomer Explains How SETI Searches for Aliens

Is there any life beyond Earth? SETI Institute Director Emeritus Jill Tarter believes we will find that answer in the 21st century. Jill explains the science and logistics that goes into searching for extra-terrestrial life, and the reasons why there's still so much to explore.




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Seismologist Explains How to Prepare for a Massive Earthquake

What will happen once "The Big One" hits? Lucy Jones, a seismologist who studies natural disasters, breaks down the impact a large earthquake would have on society, explaining what causes earthquakes, and what we can do to prevent major catastrophes in the event of a massive temblor.




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WIRED Autocomplete Interviews - Novak Djokovic Answers the Web's Most Searched Questions

Novak Djokovic takes the WIRED Autocomplete Interview and answers the internet's most searched questions about himself. Is Novak Djokovic the best ever? What does Novak eat for breakfast? When did he start playing tennis? What color are his eyes? Novak answers all these questions, and more!




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A Biohacker Explains Why He Turned His Leg Into a Hotspot

Biohacker Michael Laufer recently had a 512GB drive implanted in his leg, which can store data, stream music or movies, and power a hot spot and mesh network. It's called the PegLeg, and WIRED's Daniel Oberhaus spoke with Laufer about the device and the field of biohacking.




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Tech Support - Sloane Stephens Answers Tennis Questions From Twitter

Sloane Stephens uses the power of Twitter to answer common questions about the game of tennis. How many hours a day should a junior player practice? Why are there so many lefties in tennis? Who is the toughest opponent Sloane has ever faced? Is it possible to be in love with a backhand slice?? Sloane answers all these questions, and more!




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WIRED25: Move Fast, Fix Things

WIRED25 is coming back! Following the enormous success of last year’s celebration, WIRED returns to San Francisco this fall with four more days of inspiring events featuring the ideas, innovations and icons working to build a better future. Join us.




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How to Solve a Rubik's Cube

WIRED's Robbie Gonzalez learned to solve a Rubik's cube from Tyson Mao, one of the co-founders of the World Cube Association. In two weeks, Robbie got his solve time down from 45 minutes with Tyson, to 20 minutes on his own, to under a minute on average. Learn his 8-step method here.




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Scientist Explains Viral Fish Cannon Video

Fisheries researcher Alison Colotelo talks with WIRED's Robbie Gonzalez about the viral fish tube, and why fish transportation isn't as easy as you might think.




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WIRED Autocomplete Interviews - Anderson Cooper Answers the Web's Most Searched Questions

Anderson Cooper takes the WIRED Autocomplete Interview and answers the internet's most searched questions about himself. Who was Anderson Cooper named after? What is Anderson like in real life? Does he actually have eyebrows? Anderson answers all these questions and more! Watch Anderson Cooper 360° weeknights on CNN and catch Anderson & Andy Cohen's show, AC2, on tour this fall.