Lecture Notes

Introduction

• Announcement of a new video series being filmed in Malaysia
  • No food, no water, 100% real survival
  • Follow on Instagram and Twitter for updates

Kickstarter Campaigns: Overview and Reactions

Tangible Pillow

• Pillow for long-distance relationships
  • Allows sharing virtual hugs using squeezes and vibrations
• Controversial opinion on its functionality
  • Criticism of effectiveness and use-case scenarios
• Rating: 7/10

Vista Portable Hammock

• Portable hammock for outdoor activities
  • Lightweight, convenient design
  • Useful for camping, fishing, beach days
• Mixed feelings about practicality
  • Concerns about comfort and stability
• Rating: 7/10

Moonwalkers Shoes

• Marketed as the world's fastest shoes
  • Increases walking speed using motorized mechanisms
  • Comparison with airport moving walkways
• Critique on practicality and safety
  • Potential risks, functionality on stairs
  • A request to try the product to give a final verdict
• Rating: 8/10

Feather Theory Performance

• Commentary on an artistic performance project
  • Season 13 of the Feather Theory
  • Critique of the genre and presentation style
• Personal opinions on art perception
  • Criticism of abstract storytelling through dance
• Rating: 1/10

Babinka Mama Cook-off Project

• Filipino drag queen bakery Kickstarter
  • Specializes in Filipino rice cakes called “Babinka”
  • Offers baking kits for home use
• Positive reception due to unique and cultural offering
  • Excitement over the product
• Rating: 10/10

Conclusion

• Reminder about the upcoming survival series
  • Emphasis on the authenticity and challenges involved
  • Call to action: Follow on social media, stay tuned for updates