2015

Longreads contributors share their picks for under-recognized stories of 2015, spanning topics from true crime and technology to personal essays and sports.

via Longreads

Complex highlights a pair of Adidas Spezial shoes, praising the combination of gray suede uppers and gum soles. via Complex.

Content marketers can use data to tell better stories if they start with the desired headline in mind. via The source of this content is Harvard Business Review (HBR).

This article argues that Calculus is not as difficult as many people think, and it can be understood by applying a few basic principles.

POPSUGAR's study reveals millennial moms prefer established social media platforms and engage with digital content that offers practical information and reflects the realities of motherhood. via Digiday

Pusha T debuted his new song "Sunshine," a commentary on social injustice, on The Daily Show.

via Stereogum

This Bon Appétit article explores unexpected combinations beyond the classic Black and Tan, with tips from brewers on mixing lagers, ciders, flavored beers, and even sour beers.

Hilary Pollack explores the food trends that defined hipster culture from the late '90s to the mid-2010s, including the rise of PBR, kombucha, and veganism. via The source of this content is VICE.

PSFK's guide previews future technologies from CES 2016.

Raju Malhotra, SVP of Products at Conversant, argues in a Digiday opinion piece that Data Management Platforms (DMPs) often fall short of their promise. He believes many DMPs function as glorified data warehouses with incomplete information that doesn't effectively tie back to individual consumers, resulting in a negative consumer experience and poor ROI for marketers. via The source of this content is Digiday.

Absolut Vodka has opened an "Internet of Things" lab in Stockholm to explore ways to connect its products to the internet. The lab will focus on product development, staff education and customer feedback for Absolut and other Pernod Ricard brands. via Digiday.

Gregg Carey's morning routine prioritizes sleep and dedicates the first thirty minutes of his day to personal projects instead of checking email.

via My Morning Routine.