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Jacob Kienlen

Jacob Kienlen

Former Digital Trends Contributor

Jacob Kienlen was a culture writer for The Manual. Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, he has considered the Northwest his home for his entire life. With a bachelor's degree in communication and over 5 years of professional writing experience, his expertise is spread across a wide variety of different topics -- from TV shows to sandwiches and everything in-between. When he isn't working, you can usually find Jacob curled up on the couch streaming the best movies, shows, and thriller anime he can find. Please reach out to The Manual editorial staff with any questions or comments about Jacob’s work.

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The 9 best golf movies of all time – from Caddyshack to The Legend of Bagger Vance

Looking for a good golf movie to watch right now? We've gathered the best movies about golfing you'll ever see.
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The 16 best fighting movies of all time

If you're looking for some of the best fighting movies of all time, we've gathered a mix of martial arts, boxing, karate, and everything in between.
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The best flavors of LaCroix sparkling water, ranked

We tried 21 flavors of LaCroix's sparkling waters so you don't have to. Find out which flavors are the best.
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10 Underrated Netflix Movies You Might Have Missed

Running out of critically acclaimed films to watch? Here's a list of some of the best underrated movies on Netflix to expand your horizons.

The 21 Best Subscription Boxes for Men in 2022

If you can't leave your house and go shopping, subscription boxes are the next best thing. We've listed down the best subscription boxes for men in 2022.

Fuel the Fire With These 7 Best Roasting Sticks and Accessories

When it comes to camping, there's no greater pleasure than roasting a meal over the fire. Ready to get roasting? Here are a few of the best campfire essentials.
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Why You Should Buy a Stand-Up Paddleboard on Amazon Prime Day

Prime Day is a great time to buy an inflatable stand-up paddleboard and get out onto the water this summer.
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Why You Should Buy a Pizza Oven on Amazon Prime Day

Pizza ovens are a great way to entertain and make delicious pizza at the same time. Here's why you should buy one during Prime Day 2021.
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Why You Should Buy a Rice Cooker on Amazon Prime Day

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How You Can Shop Local on Amazon During Prime Day 2022

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The Ooni Koda Pizza Oven Turns Your Backyard Into a Pizzeria

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How to Stream Every Star Wars Movie Online

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Why You Should Buy an Instant Pot if You Haven’t Already

The Instant Pot is a modern miracle and the only kitchen appliance you need in 2020.
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Upgrade Your Breakfast: Make Sausage at Home

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5 Underrated Movies on Amazon You Might Have Missed

Here are 5 underrated movies on Amazon to kick off your weekend.
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The Best ’80s Action Movies You Can Stream Online

The 1980s were a lawless time for film, but these 80s action movies are worth watching again and again.
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How to Use Netflix Party to Watch Movies With Friends Online

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Amazon Prime Wardrobe is a try-before-you-buy marketplace that lets you turn your home into a dressing room. The service closely resembles other personalized online experiences such as Trunk Club and Stitch Fix, but with one huge difference: it's backed by freakin' Amazon.
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Armchair Amazon-ing: Check Out these Amazing Amazon Digital Coupons

Clipping coupons no longer means digging through your mail with a pair of scissors in hand. The Amazon Digital Coupons page has thousands of digital discounts. We went ahead and handpicked some of the best deals on everyday stuff we need.
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Best Thing Since Sliced Bread: Sandwich Makers and Accessories

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10 Time-Saving Gadgets to Get You Through the Day

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