The Futur's Finds #28

In this list of The Futur's Finds, we're sharing how the most creative minds at Pixar get things done, insight into historical events all you history junkies will enjoy, a recipe for homemade noodles, and more. Oh yeah, and if you attended Adobe MAX this week, we'd love for you to share what you learned!

If you missed our last list, click here to get caught up to speed.

Without further ado, here is this week's list! Enjoy.

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Books of the week

• Creativity, Inc. by Ed Catmull - There's no denying that the Pixar Animation Studios is a creative powerhouse—one full of deep systems, processes, and collaborations to bring the very best out of the best creative minds. In Creativity, Inc., Pixar co-founder Ed Catmull pulls back the curtain for readers to learn Pixar's ideals and techniques to bring original, inspirational ideas to life.
• The WEIRDest People in the World by Joseph Henrich - Are you WEIRD: raised in a society that is Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, and Democratic? You might be one peculiar person: highly individualistic, self-obsessed, control-oriented, nonconformist, and analytical. Henrich takes a deep dive into how WEIRD people came to be, how they think and function, and what we can learn from them.

This week's assignment

Did you attend any virtual sessions during Adobe MAX this week? If yes, share what you learned! Create a carousel, write an article, or share a tweet. Tag us @thefuturishere so we can see what you picked up during the creativity conference.

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Listen while you work

Podcasts

• Who doesn't love a little throwback to the 90s? Take a trip down memory lane and a deep dive into what made the classics from this decade a hit with the My 90s Playlist podcast. Listen to it here.
• If you're a total history junkie, you'll definitely want to check out Dan Carlin's Hardcore History podcast. Tune in to any series here.

Music

• Follow our Futur's Finds playlist on Spotify! This week, we've got an indie alternative playlist to keep the good vibes going all weekend long.

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Get moving

Step up your home workout game with workouts from MadFit on YouTube. There's something for everyone here: yoga, no equipment workouts, apartment-friendly exercises, HIIT, and plenty more. Follow any of Madison's workouts on her channel.

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Get cooking

• Want to challenge yourself in the kitchen this week? Give this Curry Chee Cheong Fun recipe a whirl. Make your own noodles from scratch, and dig in to the delicate spices and flavors of this unique Malaysian dish.
• If you're not up to making noodles yourself, try out this Pesto Pea Pappardelle recipe instead. It's all of our favorite things: delicious, satisfying, and super easy to prepare.

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What to watch

• There's no secret about it: social media has completely changed the way we do just about everything. And in the new Netflix documentary, The Social Dilemma (2020), the creators of social platforms explore the dangerous implications these tools can have on people around the world.
• One day at work, Craig Schwartz discovers an obscure portal that leads directly inside actor John Malkovich's head. Hilarity ensues as he invites more and more people to live as John Malkovich for 15 minutes. Watch Being John Malkovich (1999) on Netflix.

Articles to read

• Ryan Holiday is one of the most influential content marketers out there. And to celebrate his 33rd birthday, he's sharing 33 things he's stolen from people smarter than him. Steal some of these for yourself when you read his article.
• If your work has been impacted by the pandemic, check out this list of resources made for designers, artists, writers, visual artists and more creatives across the country.

And finally, a quote to keep in mind throughout the week

“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.” ― Benjamin Franklin

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