In this episode, we dive deep into the recent conflict that has led to the impending shutdown of Apollo for Reddit. We dissect Reddit's shift to a paid API model and its financial implications for third-party apps, the ensuing misunderstanding between Reddit and Apollo's developer, Christian Selig, and the community backlash that's followed. We also explore the broader implications for the tech industry and other third-party app developers. Join us for a comprehensive look at this significant event in the Reddit community.

Welcome to episode #2 of "Why it Up" with your favorite host, Justin! Are you ready to dive into the fascinating world of dreams and explore a phenomenon that nearly everyone has experienced but few understand? In this episode, we unravel the mystery of why we just can't seem to run as fast as we'd like in our dreams. Strap in for a thrilling journey as we discuss REM sleep, sleep paralysis, anxiety, and other factors that could contribute to those slow-motion nightmares. Plus, hear some hilarious real-life stories from our listeners who've had their own experiences with this frustrating, yet universally relatable, dream occurrence. Join us as we decode the science behind our sluggish dream sprints and bond over this odd shared experience – all in this captivating episode of "Why it Up!"

Welcome back to another fantastic episode of "Why it Up!" where we dive into all the fascinating questions that leave us wondering, "Why's that a thing?" I'm your host, and today we have a topic that's been on many minds recently. That's right, with the recent hype around the "Avatar" universe, we've found ourselves asking: "Why are Avatar characters colored in blue?"

To begin with, the Avatars, or the Na'vi, are these 10-feet tall, human-like creatures in this mythical universe called "Pandora". And this human-likeness became the topic of endless conversation on the internet when the first "Avatar" film hit the theaters in 2009. Oh, it blasted the world with its never-before-seen CGI graphics and story. But, out of all the fantastic visuals, it was the blue color of the Na'vi that caught everyone's attention!

So, the big question is, why blue? The answer is simpler than you might think. According to the film's director, James Cameron, the blue color was simply meant to feel exotic and other-worldly, so it was a design choice. He said, "Since they [Na'vi] live in a rainforest, I wanted them to have these bioluminescent markings reminiscent of many real-life rainforest animals." This design decision gives the Na'vi a distinctive and recognizable look, and it highlights the fact that Pandora is an entirely different world, even though it shares basic similarities with Earth.

But there's actually more to it than just aesthetics. The color blue holds some interesting cultural and symbolic significances. For starters, blue is known to represent trust, loyalty, wisdom, confidence, and intelligence. Many of the qualities the Na'vi tribe embodies very well. Moreover, numerous cultures and religions associate the color blue with the divine or the heavenly. This gives the blue-ish tinge of the Na'vi an elevated, celestial, and ethereal feel.

Even in Hindu mythology, many deities, like Lord Krishna and Lord Rama, are depicted as having blue-skinned. So, the "Avatar" storyline opens our eyes to the fact that there's so much more to the color than just appearances. It's time for all you "Why it Up!" fans to embrace your inner blue mania!

Now that we've delved into the deeper meanings of the Na'vi's blue tones, it becomes clear that this creative choice has a multifaceted impact. To sum up, the color not only makes the Na'vi visually captivating, it also provides a level of symbolic and cultural depth that contributes to the overall richness of the "Avatar" universe.

And with that, we've come to the end of today's episode. Remember to catch us next time as we explore another fascinating topic that's sure to leave you wondering, "Why's that a thing?" Thanks for tuning in, and see you soon!