Emerald Catron has written for Asylum, Lemondrop, MyDaily and Daily Fill. She is one half of rap duo Dem Shortybooz and is a comedic performer around NYC. Follow her on Twitter @emeraldcatron
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Canadian Drive By Is Not What You Think
In Canada, a "drive by" involves stopping and helping a disabled person, then posting a video of it to the internet encouraging others to do the same.
Ashton Kutcher Delivers Surprisingly Inspiring Speech at Teen Choice Awards
It's not as brilliant as 'Dude, Where's My Car?' but Ashton Kutcher's acceptance speech at the Teen Choice Awards was still pretty impressive.
Tina Fey With Cats Is Your New Favorite Tumblr
Chances are you love Tina Fey and cats. Well, this Tumblr is both at once. It stands to reason therefore, that you will double-love Tina Fey With a Cat, because that's how emotions work. It is pictures of Tina Fey, with cats Photoshopped in. Seems pretty simple. It is still a delight, however. Here are a few choice pics:
Just a Video of a Cat Playing With a Dolphin, NBD
Yup, you know, hop on the boat, take it for a drive, FILM THE CAT PLAYING WITH A DOLPHIN FOR A BIT ... just your typical Friday, really.
Guy Gives Neighbor a Ride, Gets Best Vine Ever
This Vine made Yoeslan Alfaro will make you happy pretty much every six seconds, and he didn't even plan it.
Man Uses Allure of ‘The Notebook’ to Get Strangers to Kiss Him
If you want hoardes of ladies to smooch on you, apparently you only need a couple of things. Armed with a clipboard, a hose, a reasonable degree of attractiveness and a willingness to talk about 'The Notebook' in public, this guy got a pretty respectable degree of action.
See Seth Rogen, Adam Scott and More Audition for ‘The Office’
As a special treat in honor of the DVD release of the final season of 'The Office,' this little gem has been made available to us. It's a highlight reel of auditions for the show, with some pretty notable faces. Bob Odenkirk, Adam Scott and Seth Rogen all tried out for the show and didn't make it.
Man Afraid of Flying Foolishly Goes on Aerobatics Flight
We don't know which challenge would be greater in this scenario -- conquering your fears or conquering your bowels. Regardless, this brave man, Josh, managed to do both when his buddy took him up in the air for an "aerobatics" flight, after learning that he's afraid of flying.
Artists Make Signs for Boston Homeless, Share Their Stories
Kenji Nakayama and Christopher Hope buy signs from homeless people in the Boston area for $10 and give them a new hand-painted sign in its place. They also share the stories of these people on their Tumblr Signs for the Homeless to raise awareness.
17 Animals Excited for ‘Shark Week’
Shark Week is here! Shark Week is here! We can finally stop living like it's Shark Week, because it's actually Shark Week! We're not the only one's who are excited by the prospect -- these animals also seem pretty geared up. (We're going to pretend the costumes were their idea, and not their owners.)
Jimmy Fallon, Robin Thicke Team Up for Perfect ‘Blurred Lines’ Cover
In the same vein as that incredibly magical rendition of 'All I Want for Christmas Is You,' Jimmy Fallon, The Roots and a bunch of grade school instruments are once again making awesome music. This time it's a cover of Robin Thicke's nonstop hit 'Blurred Lines.'
Devious Ferret Is Quite Adept at Pickpocketing
Coming in at number four on our list of "Reasons We Don't Want a Ferret,*" is "they will steal the wallet right out of your pocket." This video justifies that particular item's high placement on the list. A person who gets their wallet stolen feels like a fool. A person who chases a ferret to get their wallet back has pretty much lost all dignity.