2011

A 2007 blog post draws parallels between characters and their families in the sitcom "Arrested Development" and the film "The Godfather."

Kottke shares a flowchart from The Oatmeal that humorously suggests how Mad Men's Don Draper might approach problem-solving. via kottke.org

Freakonomics Radio explores the hidden side of everything through podcasts, books, and more. via Freakonomics

Looks like this page on the Gilt website is missing, but you can still shop the sales or get help.

Magician Derren Brown, who doesn't consider himself a great chess player, took on a room full of chess grandmasters and other top players, and a simple, clever method he reveals at the end shows how he managed to beat them all.

Summer drink recommendations from Valet Magazine include boxed wine and a Spanish wine bota. via Valet.