This week on The Deep Dive: How Phoebe Philo created a brand on her own terms, your chiropractor is (probably) lying to you, film critics may not survive the social media age, today I learned that Yoshi is not an easy character to play in Super Smash Bros. Melee, and a look back at Frank Ocean’s Channel Orange 11 years later. 

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FASHION

The Launch of Phoebe Philo by understitch, (22:30)

Whether you’re a fashion lover or a casual observer, chances are you’ve heard about this week’s launch of iconic cult designer Phoebe Philo’s highly anticipated brand. In this video, understitch, dives deep into Phoebe Philo’s career, from the beloved creative director of brands like Céline and Chloé to her impact on the recession-era fashion scene that was so ubiquitous, it seemed to fill the air of fashion shows even when she wasn’t around. Who is Phoebe Philo, the designer and the brand? What is LVMH’s strategy with the brand following its history of failed launches? And will Phoebe Philo keep on rising?

SCIENCE

Chiropractic Isn’t What You Think It Is by CHUPPL (28:55)

As someone who loves to get their bones cracked, it’s been quite upsetting coming to terms with chiropractic’s unfounded claims and the very real dangers of adjustments. I knew the origins of the industry were questionable, but nothing prepared me for how wild the story of chiropractic really is. In this video, CHUPPL investigates the religious origins of chiropractic and how it came to be covered by health insurance today, despite having little to no medical basis. How did chiropractic dodge regulation from medicine for so many years?

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