tech, startups, internet

Uber’s bundles. 

Ben Thompson of Stratechery discusses how he looks at Uber’s business in the context of bundles: transportation as a service, uber eats, and self-driving cars. | learn more

fun facts

Spiders fly across Lake Michigan. 

While visiting the Willis Tower for a meeting this week, I heard a story of spiders flying across the lake from Michigan and attaching themselves to tall buildings. My skepticism alarm went off right away and I had to google […]

oh, chicago

Wicker Park has one remaining newsstand. 

Block Club Chicago interviewed the owner, Roman Brach, to learn more about the business and why he still runs it. He keeps it going because “it’s like my reality show.” | learn more

fun facts

Why Bob Vila left This Old House. 

“Why Bob Vila, perhaps the most famous handyman in history, may have set the stage for a digital era in which stars aren’t afraid to cash in on their names.” | learn more

retail therapy

Walmart (finally) adds Moosejaw to its website. 

Almost a year and a half after they acquired the specialty e-tailer, they’ve launched a new section offering the premium products for sale directly on Walmart’s website. The nuances of brand + distribution channels were probably limiting this for a while. | learn […]