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.

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What Do Dryer Sheets Actually Do?

Keep these antioxidant-rich fruits firm and fresh for longer with these tips.

Want Your Grapes to Stay Fresh? Here’s How to Properly Store Them

Madame Alexander dolls fetch a high price secondhand.

8 of the Most Valuable Madame Alexander Dolls

16 Audition Tapes of Famous Actors Before They Hit It Big

Anthony Perkins and a taxidermied owl in ‘Psycho.’

11 Clever Moments of Movie Foreshadowing You Might Have Missed

The directors of ‘Psycho,’ ‘Jurassic Park,’ ‘Fight Club,’ and other classics just couldn't help adding a frisson of foreshadowing to their suspenseful plots.

Not an "all convertible waitress" in sight.

7 Weird Things You Might Have Missed in Disney Movies and TV Shows

The House of Mouse has stoked its fair share of controversy over the years, but the Easter eggs and subliminal messages some believe are hidden in these classic Disney movies and TV shows take it to the next level.

Street Fighter: The Movie (PlayStation) Street Battle as Guile

9 of the Most Bizarre Licensed Video Games

From “Shaq Fu” to “Home Improvement: Power Tool Pursuit!,” these weird licensed video games prove that just because something is popular doesn’t necessarily mean it’ll make for good gameplay.

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers - Karate Action Figures - 1994

7 of the Most Valuable Power Rangers Toys From the ‘90s

Discover the most valuable Power Rangers toys from the 1990s, including the Power Dome play set and a rare White Ranger figure from 1994.

Checking into a Hotel Room? Here’s What You Should Be Cleaning Yourself

Your hotel room is probably a lot dirtier than you think. Here are some of the most questionable spots inside your hotel room—plus what to do about it.

Take a bite out of these recipes straight from the upcoming ‘Catan: The Official Cookbook.’

Make Family Game Night Even Better With This New Cookbook Inspired by ‘The Settlers of Catan’

Settle your sweet tooth (and build some alliances in the process) with this all-new cookbook inspired by 'The Settlers of Catan.'

10 Useful Gadgets That Will Help You Turn Your Old Car Into a Smart Car

Want to upgrade your vehicle without dropping a small fortune on a new one? With these affordable smart car accessories, you can.

30 of the Best Memorial Day Deals to Shop Right Now

Shop the best Memorial Day deals happening now at Anthropologie, Great Jones, Sur La Table, and other top retailers.

Sometimes it’s better to think inside the box.

4 of the Best Cat Litters, According to Vets and Cat Experts

Get the scoop on the best cat litters to buy now according to experts, including clumping, non-clumping, and odor-controlling varieties.

7 of the Best Cat Litter Boxes, According to Experts

Whether you’re shopping for senior cats or looking for an automatic model, the best cat litter boxes can improve the quality of life for you and your favorite feline.

Someone better check on Abbi from "Broad City."

Bed Bath & Beyond Is Closing Its Doors Forever—Here’s What To Know

The retailer recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and plans to liquidate its remaining stores. Here’s what Bed Bath & Beyond’s closing sales mean for coupons, returns, and more.

David Bowie’s 100 Favorite Books Offer a Peek Inside the Artist’s Mind

David Bowie will always be remembered as a seminal figure in the worlds of music, fashion, and film. But he was also a voracious reader who often read a book a day.