austin-powell

Austin Powell


Austin Powell is the former managing editor of the Daily Dot. His work focuses on the intersection of entertainment and technology. He previously served as a music columnist for the Austin Chronicle and is the co-author of The Austin Chronicle Music Anthology.

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The gospel of Father John Misty

Meet the Internet's anti-rock star.

On Mar 15, 2015 by Austin Powell

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Behind Sabu’s review of ‘CSI: Cyber’

Who's more qualified to weigh in on a show about a hacker turned informant?

On Mar 9, 2015 by Austin Powell

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Prince’s middle school basketball photo is perfect

This is how you'll always want to remember Prince.

On Mar 4, 2015 by Austin Powell

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Instagram can’t touch this topless photo of Chelsea Handler

You don't have to worry about this photo being censored.

On Feb 13, 2015 by Austin Powell

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This awkward salesman is the best drummer you’ve never heard

You are not ready for this.

On Jan 1, 2015 by Austin Powell

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Watch Utah receiver Kaelin Clay drop the ball on the 1-yard line

This might be the worst play in college sports since Chris Webber’s infamous timeout. 

On Nov 9, 2014 by Austin Powell

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Is Macaulay Culkin dead? Hoax site goes viral

It was a well-calculated hoax to say the least.

On Nov 8, 2014 by Austin Powell

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Guess what happens in this news segment about a dangerous road

This is mere seconds before the accident. 

On Nov 8, 2014 by Austin Powell

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These NBA stars’ old tweets will leave your jaw on the floor

Kevin Durant and Damian Lillard do not want you to see these tweets.

On Oct 30, 2014 by Austin Powell

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The saddest thing about the ice bucket challenge: When nobody chooses you

Everyone is doing the ice bucket challenge—and I’ve never felt so alone. 

On Aug 21, 2014 by Austin Powell

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‘Barghazi’: ExamSoft’s servers crash during 2014 bar exam

ExamSoft's handling of the 2014 bar exam has been dubbed "Barghazi."

On Jul 29, 2014 by Austin Powell

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Crane operator absolutely destroys truck in its path

Be honest: How many times have you wanted to do this? 

On Jul 12, 2014 by Austin Powell

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Prankster gets revenge on fake ‘handicap’ parkers

You'll think twice about parking in a handicap spot after watching this. 

On May 18, 2014 by Austin Powell

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Andy Samberg nails everything that’s wrong with EDM culture

Be sure to wait for the bass to drop. It’s actually worth it this time.

On May 18, 2014 by Austin Powell

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This touching WWE tribute to a terminally ill fan will change the way you see pro wrestling

“I truly believe that the whole experience extended Connor’s time with me."

On May 6, 2014 by Austin Powell

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