The Drop №. 115 with Chase Hobby

The Drop №. 115 with Chase Hobby

VRB’s weekly list of things to read, watch, listen to, and try that have helped us live better and be better. Brought to you this week by Chase Hobby.




Rats by Pearl Jam


Listen to Rats by Pearl Jam. Rats is a heavy groove off of Pearl Jam's third album. You'll like this one if you're feeling particularly dark and brooding, but also like to rock out a little bit. Put this one on the workout playlist.


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The LA Speed Story


Watch the LA Speed Story - a legendary story in the military aviation community. The SR-71 Blackbird is one of the most legendary aircraft to ever take to the skies, having broken numerous records and accomplished epic feats - mostly classified - over the course of its service life. Some legendary stories have eeked out to the public - this is one of 'em


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A Little History of the World


Read A Little History of the World by E.H. Gombrich. This book that tells the story of human history from ancient times to the present day in an incredibly accessible style. The book covers topics from the rise and fall of civilizations to the achievements of science and art, the wars and revolutions that shaped the world and the personalities and events that made history. If you’ve ever wondered who the Mesopotamians were or how far human history goes back this book is for you.


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Easier Way to Take Phone Pics


Try An easier way to take phone pictures. On both Android and Apple phones, you can take a picture by pressing the volume-up key. It’s more convenient than touching the software button on the phone’s display. Special thanks to the Recomendo crew for this little gem.

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