Nicole Raney
The Manual
Austin, TX, United States
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Brandon League Chats About the Freedom of Designing Clothes
For this week’s episode of The Manual Podcast, we chat with Brandon League, former MLB pitcher and founder of Parallel x League. → Read More
Chef Chung Chow of Noreetuh Breaks Down Hawaiian Cuisine
For this week’s episode of The Manual Podcast, Nicole and Greg chat with chef Chung Chow of Noreetuh, a restaurant in New York City serving up modern Hawaiian cuisine. → Read More
How Keen Is Making Better Shoes and an Even Better Footprint
Keen is a family-owned, Portland-based brand that made a name in the footwear space with a toe bumper. We got an inside look at how the company controls its supply chain to ensure minimal environmental impact. → Read More
Learning Everything We Can About Oysters and Drink Pairings
What's on the menu for this week's episode of The Manual Podcast? Oysters. Greg and Nicole are joined by Bryan Rackley, owner of Watchman's in Atlanta and Kimball House in Decatur, Georgia. → Read More
Why Fresh Hops Are Essentially the Magic Sauce of Craft Beer
On this episode of The Manual Podcast, we chat with Parker Hall, homebrewer and self-confessed brew nerd, who claims that fresh hops are the magic sauce of beer. → Read More
The New Land Rover Defender Is Just as Glorious as We Expected
Land Rover revealed the 2020 Defender at the Frankfurt Motor Show in Germany on September 10, 2019. The silhouette is familiar — hello exterior-mounted rear wheel— but the new off-roader boasts some serious style tweaks. → Read More
Looking Forward to the Best Labor Day Deals on Outdoor Gear
Retailers like REI, Backcountry, and more will have Labor Day sales on great outdoor gear. We'll be rounding up the best Labor Day deals and placing them here to make your search that much easier. → Read More
The Manual Podcast Celebrates 100 Episodes With a New Name
The Manual Podcast celebrates 100 episodes with a few drinks and a new name. Goodbye, Beards, Booze, and Bacon. Hello, The Manual Podcast. → Read More
Introducing a New Look for The Manual
We all need an update. It's why we renovate the living room, clean out the closet, or try a challenging recipe. The same holds true for publications, which is why we'd like to introduce an evolution of The Manual in 2019. → Read More
The 2019 Jeep Gladiator Helped Me Rediscover Fun Outdoors
It's been a while since Jeep has had a pickup in their lineup. Now, they've brought it back in the form of the Jeep Gladiator. Here's how it drives. → Read More
How to Score Discounted Tickets to the Best After-Party in NYC this Weekend
On Saturday, July 27, Discogs is hosting a free vinyl fair in Times Square called Crate Diggers. Here's how to score cheap tickets to the after-party featuring Method Man and Redman, Roy Ayers, Funk Flex and DJ Red Alert, and more. → Read More
Stock Your Garage with the Best Prime Day Deals on Tools, Automotive Accessories, and More
Prime Day is still going strong. During the two-day Amazon affair — Monday, July 15 and Tuesday, July 16 — the online retailer is discount huge chunks of its inventory, from Amazon devices to outdoor gear and kitchen essentials. We’ve already splurged on an Instant Pot and a new tent, but with all these savings, we’ve got our eyes on a few other things — we’re talking massive sales from brand… → Read More
The Best Prime Day 2019 Deals on Men's High-Quality Grooming Products
With all these Prime Day sales, now would be a good time splurge on a high-end product that will liven up your grooming routine. You'll get the same quality for a reduced price -- and you'll get goods delivered to your doorstep. Check out the best deals from brands like Braun, Baxter of California, and more. → Read More
Best Prime Day 2019 Deals on Toys and Games for Grown-Up Kids
We've rounded up the best deals on cool stuff that your inner child will thank you for and your adult brain won't get too upset over -- they're on sale, after all! → Read More
Best Prime Day 2019 Deals on Outdoor Gear: Marmot, Yeti, and More
Prime Day is a great opportunity to score on an Amazon Echo or an Apple Watch, but we're more excited about the Prime Day deals on outdoor gear. Tents, sleeping bags, coolers — you name it, Amazon is offering a sale on it. Here are the best discounts. → Read More
Grovemade Redefines What a Headphone Stand Can Be
Grovemade's newest product is a complete redesign of the classic headphone stand. The Manual has the first look before it goes on sale in June 2019. → Read More
Best Outdoors and Sports Deals for Prime Day: Expect Special Offers on Gear and More
While Prime Day may be a great opportunity to score on an Amazon Echo or an Apple Watch, we're more excited about the Prime Day deals on outdoor and fitness gear. Tents, sleeping bags, portable grills, workout equipment — you name it, Amazon is probably offering a sale on it. → Read More
The Craft, Art, and Journey of Woodworking, According to a Master Craftsman
On this episode of The Manual podcast, we talk with Gary Rogowski, director of The Northwest Woodworking Studio in Portland, Oregon, about woodworking — what it is, why you should do it, and how to get started. → Read More
The Recently Revealed McLaren GT is a Road Trip-Ready Supercar
The luxury British automaker finally unveiled the McLaren GT, its first-ever grand tourer (GT) model. The ride is intended for the road instead of the racetrack. Here's everything we know. → Read More
Murray Carter Tells Us What It Takes to be a Master Bladesmith in the Modern Era
On this episode of The Manual podcast, we engage in some razor-sharp conversation with 17th-generation Yoshimoto bladesmith Murray Carter, who runs Carter Cutlery in Portland, Oregon. → Read More