The Wooden Finger

Sunday, August 5, 2012

The Finger Points Outwards - No. 43

Revisiting the "bootleg Batman".

The problems with making friends after 30.

"Medalball": which sports is it most cost-efficient to win Olympic medals in.

Comparing the pace of Olympic gold medallists over time (it's interactive!)

American baby names are getting worse.

And music is becoming more homogenous.



Posted by Troy Wheatley at 4:24 PM
Labels: Comic Books, Music, Sports, The Finger Points Outwards

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