Brian G Randles
Trend Hunter
Member since Jun 2009
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I was born and raised in Louisville, KY.
I like soccer, snowboarding, hulu, surfing, quick and witty people, reading, netflix, crossword puzzles, making people laugh, bourbon, drinking bourbon while betting on horses, writing and listening to a wide array of music.
I love the beach and am so happy to be living in San Diego. That being said, I am 2000 miles away from home and do miss seeing my friends and fam on a regular basis.
I like soccer, snowboarding, hulu, surfing, quick and witty people, reading, netflix, crossword puzzles, making people laugh, bourbon, drinking bourbon while betting on horses, writing and listening to a wide array of music.
I love the beach and am so happy to be living in San Diego. That being said, I am 2000 miles away from home and do miss seeing my friends and fam on a regular basis.
Featured Ideas
Tailgating Contests
Parking Lot Transformers Compete for Maximum Tailgate Top PrizeTailgating Innovation — Opportunities for innovative tailgating products and services that cater to the growing demand for unique and impressive tailgating experiences.
Recycled Rubber Pillars
Re-Tread Creates Rubber Logs Used for Re-BuildingRecycled Rubber — Opportunity for creating innovative products and materials using recycled rubber.
Pin-Up Skate Decks
The Fly Milk Skateboard Might Cause a Few SpillsCollaborative Artistic Skate Decks — Collaborative efforts between brands, artists and designers provide opportunities for unique and innovative artistic expressions on skate decks.
On Demand DJs
Mugasha Brings International Dance Sets to YouOn-Demand Music Services — As consumers continue to demand instant access to music, on-demand services that deliver music from global DJs will appeal to an increasing number of people worldwide.
Cufflink Lighters
Ultimate Mancessory Should Not Be Worn While IntoxicatedCufflink Lighters — A trend of creating innovative and unique cufflinks that serve as a lighter.
Exterior Dress Belts
Wooyoungmi Collection Shows Us Why Belts Need to Be on the OutsideOutward-facing Belts — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new designs and materials that highlight belts as a fashion statement rather than just a functional accessory.
Air House Hockey
Air Power Soccer Disk Will Cause Something to BreakIndoor Gaming — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing safer and more immersive indoor games that utilize limited space.
Literal Musical Chairs
Mikal Hameed Turns Trash into Non-Stereotypical TreasureUpcycled Furniture — Creating new products from salvaged materials offers a sustainable and unique approach to furniture design.
Vintage TV Sunnies
Linda Farrow Vintage, Jeremy Scott and KTZ Create Far-Out SunglassesVintage Sunglasses — Disruptive innovation opportunity in the fashion tech industry to design new smart vintage sunglasses with internet connectivity and augmented reality features.
Belch-Free Animals
Scientists Looking to Breed Sheep That Don't BurpMethane-Reducing Livestock — Breeding sheep that don't burp could lead to a new trend of methane-reducing livestock.
Convenient Solar Fuel Stations
Denmark Houses First E-Move Charging StationSolar-Powered Charging Stations — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a network of solar-powered charging stations for electric vehicles and devices to meet the growing demand for sustainable energy solutions.
Job-Filling Clocks
Manually Operated Clock Offers Employment for the Extremely PunctualManually-Operated Clocks — Opportunities for creating manually-operated clocks that require a workforce to operate.Q&A with Brian
What is unique that's not in your bio?
I can't write about just one unique thing or experience, wouldn't be fair to the others.
What's your favorite accomplishment?
Same answer for this as question 1. However, I know vague and mysterious responses can get lame so I will say moving to a new city (SD) and starting from scratch.
How do you define cool?
Not being defined by cool.
What is your secret to uncovering trends?
Keep your mind wandering and wondering.
What do you enjoy most about Trend Hunter?
The randomness.
What is your favorite trend?
Right now? The recreation of animated characters. Super Mario with that put-upon, blue-collar look on his face... classic. I want that portrait hanging up over my oven when I am cooking.
Also the video of the PooTrap... absolutely ridiculous lol.
What are your tips for writing a juicy post?
My advice would be to write about stuff you like. Even if it doesn't get published, you will still have fun.
How do you reset to be creative?
I like to search a random word and see what comes up. As for a creative reset, I take my brain out and blow the dust off of it... just like an old school Nintendo.
What inspires or excites you?
New ways of looking at old ideas.
Predict something awesome for 2020?
Teleport application on the iPhone.
Author Categories
Crumpled Kitchens
Gravity-Defying Trees
Canned Food Kermits
Heineken High Tops
Church-Like Incinerators
Powerful Powder Boards
Otherworldly Light Fixtures
Scientific Presidential Stunts
Second-Hand Suitcase Seats
Hovering Basins
Parisian Shoe Promos
Ancient Parchment Palaces
Antique Weapon Fireplaces
Billion-Dollar Abodes
Purple Powder Peepers
Woven Weather Baskets
Portuguese Pedal Bikes
$75,000 Stop Signs
Far-Out Bed Frames
Marine Mammal Specs
LEED Gold Skyscrapers
Pull Tab Pendant Art
Frosty Football Stadiums
Infallible Drill Devices
Cross-Stitched Cufflinks
Car-Capital Capris
Candied Logos (Update)
Histogramic Bike Gear
Ultra Secure Sneaks
Touchscreen Tech Bracelets
Smiley Sneaker Ads
Spring-Stepped Sneakers
Geometric Gaga Art
Sino-European Train Stations
Beautiful Break Dance Art
