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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Our favorite stories from our first year

A curated guide to the GIFs, videos, and inspiring stories that helped shape our newsroom and ideals. 

On Aug 20, 2012 by Austin Powell

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Dotted Lines: “Outta My System”

My Morning Jacket gets cosmic with Zach Galifianakis. 

On Aug 7, 2012 by Austin Powell

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How to pack for vacation—according to Annika

Another valuable life lesson from the cutest how-to instructor on the Internet. 

On Aug 3, 2012 by Austin Powell

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A meme for your favorite band

Are you like Scumbag Steve? What's Your Stereotype translates your musical tastes into memes. 

On Jul 27, 2012 by Austin Powell

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The cutest how-to instructor on the Internet

Annika doesn't just teach you how to pick up a chicken and ride a skateboard. She reminds you to celebrate life's small victories. 

On Jul 26, 2012 by Austin Powell

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Whole Foods parking lot rapper returns with “Mixologist”

Tired of paying $20 for a cocktail straight out of Boardwalk Empire? David Wittman knows the feeling. 

On Jul 19, 2012 by Austin Powell

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Deaf community rallies against Dirty Signs with Kristin

Native speakers of American Sign Language (ASL) say Kristin Henson's signs are inaccurate and damaging to the Deaf community.

On Jun 29, 2012 by Austin Powell

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10 essential (and NSFW) Dirty Signs with Kristin

Learn how to sign “That’s what she said” and nine other handy phrases from YouTube's Kristin Henson. 

On Jun 27, 2012 by Austin Powell

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How to ball as hard as Pat the Roc

The self-proclaimed World’s Greatest Ball Handler, seen in Matt and Kim’s new video, offers a series of tutorials on his website.

On Jun 26, 2012 by Austin Powell

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Smashing Pumpkins’ Billy Corgan shares “the juice”

The alt-rock anti-hero talks about the power of the Web, feuding with Pavement, and his relentless pursuit of greatness. 

On Jun 26, 2012 by Austin Powell

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Reddit turns “beautiful” street performer into overnight sensation

Thanks to some serious Reddit karma, a grainy video of Charlie Rae performing in downtown San Diego has garnered nearly 400,000 views on YouTube. 

On Jun 19, 2012 by Austin Powell

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10 essential Daytrotter sessions for free download

The Daily Dot mined Daytrotter's vaults to find the absolute best sessions and covers. 

On Jun 4, 2012 by Austin Powell

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How a Soviet propaganda film received a modern soundtrack and inspired a lasting collaboration

Artist Torrey Meeks used Garry Bardin’s stop-animation film, Konflikt, to create an eerie music video for Gruff Rhys' contribution to Dark Night of the Soul. 

On May 21, 2012 by Austin Powell

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Radio Reddit sends out a distress signal

The community-funded and user-operated radio station needs a boost to stay on the airwaves. 

On May 18, 2012 by Austin Powell

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The Gregory Brothers AutoTune Mitt Romney

YouTube's first family of viral videos created an exclusive mash-up for The New York Times. 

On May 15, 2012 by Austin Powell

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