Rudie Obias

Joined: Jan 10, 2013

Rudie Obias lives in Brooklyn, New York. He's a freelance writer interested in cinema, pop culture, science fiction, and web culture. His work can be found at ShockYa.com, MoviePilot.com, UPROXX, io9, ScreenRant.com, Giantfreakinrobot.com, and, of course, Mental Floss. He is also a Co-Working Evangelist for Bat Haus Co-Working in Brooklyn.

10 Actors Who Regretted Leaving Hit TV Shows

DIY Dad Recreates Star Trek’s Enterprise As a Playset

Rare Commercial Vault: Wendy's Hamburgers (1980 HD)

9 Discontinued Wendy’s Menu Items That We Wish Were Coming Back

The Right Way to Fold Fitted Sheets

30 of the Best Sports Movies of All Time, According To Rotten Tomatoes

Classics like ‘Rocky’ and ‘Raging Bull’ top the list, but there are some other sports movies that you really don’t want to miss.

Worried about traction? One of these options can help.

Sand vs. Rock Salt vs. Kitty Litter: Which One Is Better on Icy Roads?

When it comes to winter road safety, which one should you use? It all depends on whether you’re looking to melt ice, gain traction, or both.

An OG VHS of this flick still commands top dollar.

6 Rare Disney VHS Tapes That Are Worth a Lot of Money Today

Some of your favorite old Disney movies from the ’90s are worth a lot these days, especially if there’s a black diamond logo on the spine of the VHS clamshell case.

It's not just the product of some bizarre kitchen sorcery.

Why Does Plastic Never Fully Dry in the Dishwasher?

Why do plastic containers stay wet, even after they’ve gone through the dishwasher? Turns out, science is to blame.

Winter isn't always great on cars, but it still has its upsides.

16 Clever Car Hacks That Make Driving in Winter So Much Easier

Winter maintenance isn't always fun, but these clever car hacks can make navigating icy roads and snow flurries a lot easier.

Kellogg's Pop Tarts Commercial (1993) (So cool they're hot)

8 Unforgettable Pop-Tart Flavors That We Wish Weren’t Discontinued

Even though these Pop-Tart flavors are discontinued now, we still can't help but wish they’d bring back Frosted Grape and a few of these other classic picks.

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20 of the Most Valuable Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Toys

TMNT collectible toys are still a hot commodity on sites like eBay, but retro figures like Undercover Raphael rake in the most bucks.

10 Discontinued Little Debbie Snacks That Will Make You Feel Nostalgic

Some discontinued Little Debbie snacks, like Boston Creme Rolls and Cosmic Cupcakes, still hurt to think about.

How Are Duvets Different From Comforters?

When it comes to figuring out which is better—a duvet or a comforter—there’s no need to lose sleep over your decision.

8 of the Biggest Holiday Gift Fads From the ‘90s and ‘00s

Holiday toy crazes come and go, but some retro toys like Tickle Me Elmo and the Talkboy are as iconic today as they were 30-odd years ago.

The Big Apple draws a big crowd every time the winter season hits.

The 20 Most Popular Winter Holiday Destinations

Planning a holiday vacation retreat? Here are the top winter destinations to hit up, regardless of whether you prefer warm or cold weather.

They come in handy in more ways than one.

What Do Dryer Sheets Actually Do?

Whether you’re trying to get rid of wrinkles or reduce static electricity, dryer sheets can be useful in more ways than you might expect.