All in Culture

As a person who turns into a lobster in five minutes out in the sun, gets intense sun rash even in gloom and gray of Finland, breaks out in sweat after spicy food, and is introverted and quiet, I knew a trip to Indonesia would be testing my limits. But damned if I’d let that ruin my vacation!

A solid playlist is as essential to summer as wearing enough sunscreen or keeping hydrated. So we at BTSB have compiled a motley collection of our all-time favorite summer tunes for those beach days, bike rides and sleepless nights that summer is all about. Enjoy!

Real Bespoke Television: the Absurd Zenith of Nature Webcams

We've entered a new era of television. Shows develop layered characters and complex story lines against a backdrop of stylish visuals. Television writers grapple with contemporary issues and break boundaries. All in vain. They will never exceed this: a tiny, birdseed filled replica of a coffee shop left in the woods with a 24 hour camera broadcasting it live over the web.

Let me start right off the bat by saying no – I am not going to talk about actual trailers. And not about movie trailers either. I am going to talk about book trailers. What are they? Oh, I am so delighted that you asked, dear reader...