Reading

Film review about the documentary "Finding Fela" exploring musician and activist Fela Kuti's life. via Consequence

Tim Ferriss recommends the book "What I Learned Losing a Million Dollars" for understanding common causes of financial losses and improving investment decision-making. via The Blog of Author Tim Ferriss

A man experiments for two weeks with Muse to see if the brain-sensing headband can improve his focus and calmness. via The Blog of Author Tim Ferriss

This Complex article spotlights Montreal-based clothing brand Superfluous Culture (SC), founded in 2010, praised for its unique designs and high-quality materials. via Complex.

This interview shares billionaire investor Peter Thiel's thoughts on investing, business, and life.

via The Blog of Author Tim Ferriss.

A short film featuring artist Ai Weiwei as a water smuggler in a dystopian city faced controversy before its release at the Telluride Film Festival.

via The Verge.

This recipe for sweet paprika skillet chicken is ready in 30 minutes and pairs well with cilantro lime rice and fresh mangoes. via Mel's Kitchen Cafe

This New York Times article details the rise and fall of a Canadian marijuana smuggler who moved tons of marijuana into New York City.

Highsnobiety takes a look at Nobuyoshi Araki's first exhibition. via Highsnobiety

Chess player Fabiano Caruana won seven straight games in the prestigious Sinquefield Cup, considered the toughest chess tournament ever. via kottke.org

John Oliver and Cookie Monster deliver humorous news about words in a video collaboration with Sesame Workshop, promoting literacy resources for families. via Mashable

Seth Godin encourages readers to forgive themselves for imperfections, but never for not caring or trying. via Seth's Blog.