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.

Screenwriters and filmmakers made key changes to how these novels finished up.

15 Books Whose Endings Were Changed for the Movie

Give into superstitious, narrow-minded flights of paranoia? Lemmy would never.

Hail ... Santa? 10 Songs That That May (Or May Not) Include Hidden Messages

20 Home Office Essentials That Will Upgrade Any Work Space

Sometimes it's better to think inside the box.

7 of the Best Cat Litter Boxes, According to Experts

A game-winning drive calls for a big celebration.

Taking the Leap: 11 of the Best Signature Touchdown Celebrations in NFL History

Bust a move on the gridiron with these iconic touchdown celebrations from NFL history, including Homer Jones’ first-ever end zone spike and more.

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

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

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.'

Family having dinner by the road, circa 1930.

10 Curious Recipes From the Depression Era

Grab the gelatin and the hot dogs and head to the kitchen to make these meals from the Great Depression.

You'd be surprised how many common tech terms get mispronounced.

The 20 Most Mispronounced Tech Terms May Surprise You

Discover the most commonly mispronounced tech terms and brand names, and settle once and for all whether it’s ”jif or ”gif.”

The Doors, The Airborne Toxic Event, Louise Post of Veruca Salt, and Steely Dan.

20 Band Names Inspired by Classic Books and Literature

These 20 bands each took their names from the pages of classic works of literature by the likes of C.S. Lewis, William S. Burroughs, Charles Dickens, and beyond.

Paris is Burning | ‘Come On, Vogue’ (HD) - Willi Ninja | MIRAMAX

7 Facts About Willi Ninja, the Grandfather of Vogue

Famed choreographer Willi Ninja's pioneering dance moves and gender-fluid style had a lasting influence on music and fashion, which still persists to this day.

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.

With these apps, you don't have to stress out at the checkout counter.

These Apps Are Helping Families Save Big on Grocery and Restaurant Bills

Discounted food apps like Too Good To Go and Flashfood can help you reduce food waste and find great deals on grocery staples like eggs, bread, and more.

Your dishwasher probably isn't broken—it all comes down to science.

Why Does Plastic Never Fully Dry in the Dishwasher?

Plastic containers are usually still covered in water after they’ve been through the dishwasher. Blame science—not your dishwasher.

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.

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.