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.

RIP to these classics from your favorite place at the mall.

8 Discontinued Bath & Body Works Scents That We Still Miss

Mold is the last thing you want to see after cracking open one of these.

The Real Reason Why Your Safe Is Full of Mold

Your old soccer balls might still be fine, though.

7 Things You Really Shouldn’t Store in Plastic Bins

The Real Reason Why You Shouldn’t Keep Open Cans in the Fridge

And more importantly: Is it actually worth the higher cost?

Why Is It Called “Extra Virgin” Olive Oil?

You’ve seen that “extra virgin” olive oil label plenty of times at the grocery store. Ever stop and wonder what it actually means?

7 of the Most Memorable Energy Drinks That Got Discontinued

Discontinued energy drinks like Surge, Vault, and MTN Dew Energy might be gone from stores, but the memory of them still gives us a nice little pick-me-up.

The Rarest Baby Name in Each State

Looking for inspiration? Discover the rarest baby names in the United States according to Go Au Pair, from Arizona’s Noname to Maine’s Winner.

Snake Holes in Your Backyard? Here’s What To Do About It

Learn more about how to identify snake holes, including what signs to look for and which snakes are most likely to be slithering in your backyard.

Resist the temptation—and save money in the process.

What Is the ‘No Buy’ Trend—and How Do You Actually Pull It Off?

TikTok’s “No Buy 2025” trend has been blowing up online, but what does it really entail, and is it even possible to follow? We break down the pros and cons here, plus how to get started.

7 Things You Should Never Buy at Costco

From bagels to mattresses, there are some Costco products you’re better off skipping the next time you go on a shopping trip.

Who cut the cheese? Hard to say in a cabin this packed.

Yes, People Fart More on Planes—Here’s Why

There’s a scientific explanation for why folks fart more on airplanes, but it doesn’t make it any less aggravating.

Another Universe Commercial, Magic the Gathering, Buzz Burbank Voiceover

8 of the Most Valuable ‘Magic: The Gathering’ Cards

‘Magic: The Gathering’ cards can get extremely pricey among collectors, but certain versions—like the 1993 Black Lotus card—could still be worth a lot of money to this day.

Re: First Taste: Mountain Dew Revolution

8 Discontinued Mountain Dew Flavors We Still Love

Forget Code Red and Baja Blast—it’s these discontinued Mountain Dew flavors like Major Melon and DEWitos that still tickle our innards.

7 of the Most Valuable Vintage Pyrex Dishes That Are Worth Collecting

The patterns on these vintage Pyrex dishes aren’t just eye-catching—they also make this classic kitchenware extremely valuable among collectors.

10 Actors Who Regretted Leaving Hit TV Shows

Hindsight is 20/20.

DIY Dad Recreates Star Trek’s Enterprise As a Playset

Set phasers to fun!