Matthew Denis
Former Freelance Writer
Author/Co-Author of 497 articles
Matt Denis is an on-the-go remote multimedia reporter, exploring arts, culture, and the existential in the Pacific Northwest and Latin America. Matt spent four years in Eugene, earning his journalism chops at the University of Oregon and in the Eugene Weekly’s alt pages before elevating the city’s creative scene with CAFE 541, an innovative new features section in The Register-Guard newspaper. Food, fiction, physical activity, and fine music take up his off time.
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Jackson Hole travel guide: Where to stay, what to eat, and more
No matter why you're in town, this Jackson Hole travel guide will help you plan the perfect trip.
Medellín travel guide: Where to stay, what to do, and more
Travel along with The Manual to Medellín, Colombia in this guide to eating, drinking, sleeping, and experiencing the City of Eternal Spring.
Our top 7 sustainable tourism destinations you should visit
U.S. travel is supposed to grow 28.4% in 2022, buoying the economy and bringing unintended adverse consequences. Here's a guide to sustainable places in turn.
Beat the winter chill: The best warm places to visit in December
From Caribbean seas to warm streets Down Under, here are some of the best alternative warm places visit in December to shake off the cold.
Hiking the trail? Here are 9 tips for safe self-navigation
Getting lost on the trail can be a terrifying experience, particularly for solo hikers. But it’s also preventable with proper preparation.
Can Beefalo Beat Beef (or Buffalo) to Become Meat’s Future?
Man-made monstrosity or naturally delicious curiosity? Meet the beefalo, a bison-cattle hybrid that’s touted as the healthy meat of the future by its farmers.
Kim Kardashian Now Beyond Meat’s Chief Taste Consultant
On May 24, Beyond Meat announced that it brought aboard its biggest brand ambassador yet, Kim Kardashian, who joins several celebrity endorsers.
Are Mushrooms the Next Trendy Coffee Alternative?
To replace sugar crashes and bodily imbalances, The Manual has listed the best mushroom mix energy drinks that can replace your morning coffee.
The 6 best day hikes in U.S. national parks
Hiking season is here and the trail awaits. Take in amazing natural experiences and stunning landscapes that only require day hikes through U.S. national parks.
Del Toro’s Second Bennett Jordan Slipper Arrives in Time for the Holidays
Bacholerette contestant Bennett Jordan collaborated for a second time with Del Toro with an Italian shoe in line with the season, a dark green velvet slipper.
Adidas To Share Profits With Sponsored Student-Athletes
Adidas became the first major sports brand to make Name, Image, Likeness endorsements available to every eligible student-athlete at partnered universities.
Functional strength training: Everything you need to know
With the Army's pending new physical test, we reviews intermediate to advance exercises that develop functional strength to elevate your fitness game.
Fashion World Loses Crown Jewel With André Leon Talley’s Death
André Leon Talley, the editorial icon for the world’s fashion magazines since 1983 and fan of big fashion, died suddenly and unexpectedly at 73 on January 18.
Why America’s Favorite New Sport, Pickleball, Already Has a Lot of Controversy
Pickleball is a fun, new sport sweeping the nation – but it's not without its share of controversy. Here's why the sport is driving people mad.
There’s a new way to play the game of pickleball right in your own living room
Virtual pickleball becomes a reality via the official launch of "Playin Pickleball," which simulates real-life gameplay with Meta Quest 2 VR Goggles.
The best (and worst) stadium food in the US, ranked
Betting.com collected over 100,000 reviews of food at major sports venues. The resulting list revealed the best and the worst eats across professional sports.
Rolls-Royce’s 2023 Spectre Electric and 2030 All-Electric Pledge
Rolls-Royce announced road-testing for the all-electric Spectre, the elite auto firm's first. Rolls also dedicated itself to an all-electric fleet by 2030.
Rick Vesco and ‘Little Giant’ Team Sets EV Speed Record on Salt Flats
This month, Eric Ritter piloted the Team Vesco-built streamliner Little Giant into the record books, cruising at 353 mph with Tesla Model-S modified twin motor.
Check Out Who the World’s Wealthiest Athletes Are
Here's a list of the world's wealthiest athletes who have transcended brilliant sports careers to become mega-rich stars via endorsements and business ventures.
BMW’s cool new app lets you drive roads shaped like the famous Hofmeister kink
German auto aficionados can experience BMW's fine dynamics by accelerating through 55,241 Hofmeister Kink-shaped roads throughout the U.S. via the BMW app.
BMW Clarifies Its Rules Around Subscription-Based Heated Seats (and It’s Not Quite What You Think)
BMW recently made headlines for offering a heated seat subscription. It's since clarified who will actually be billed monthly.
These are the fittest (and most unhealthy) states in the U.S.
Total Shape's national survey looked at obesity rates in America, including the healthiest and unhealthiest states and the number of gyms per capita.
Make the smart choice: These are the most sustainable foods you can consume
In response to rampant food inflation, we examine why grain is so important to feeding humans and what better alternatives exist to feed humanity.
World Cup 2022: Results, standings, and scores
With upsets and upset teams, coaches, and citizenry after the first week of the World Cup 2022, here's a wrap of all the action in Qatar.
These are the most delicious food rewards programs delivering big savings
The Manual rounds up the best food rewards programs and the best bonuses on offer from some of the country's leading franchises.
‘Love and Thunder’ Trailer Features New Thor and Mjolnir
The new trailer for Thor 4, "Love and Thunder," shows a multitude of MCU characters recruited by Thor Odinson to face a terrifying foe, Gorr the God Butcher.
Jordan Peele’s ‘Nope’ Preview Teased Ominous Skies at the Super Bowl
Jordan Peele’s 'Nope' trailer suggests, but doesn’t reveal the plot. Heavily viewed during the Super Bowl, 'Nope' transcends Get Out (2017) and Us (2019).
FDA approval of lab-grown meat signals major changes are coming to our tables
The FDA just approved production of lab-cultivated meats for the first time, giving Upside Foods the go-ahead to produce lab-grown meat.
The weirdest, coolest facts about the Qatar World Cup stadiums
The Manual digs into the eight Qatar World Cup stadiums hosting the 2022 World Cup — their locations, cost, design, and facts, and what happens after.
World Cup 2022: The group stage highlights we can’t stop talking about
From bicycle kicks to improbably slick, deep shots on net, these are the highlights we at The Manual can’t stop talking about so far in the World Cup 2022.
Chris Hemsworth is stepping away from acting: These stars did the same thing
"Thor" star Chris Hemsworth is taking a career break after learning he's genetically predisposed to Alzheimer’s disease.
Crypto continues its freefall as another major company declares bankruptcy
Crypto trading platform BlockFi filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy Monday, aiming to clear debt, repay creditors, and reestablish the platform's legitimacy.
Myth vs. reality: This is what will actually drive down U.S. inflation
The Manual compares what Americans believe will help stem inflation with the historical policies and economic professional views on what actually works.
8 weird websites from the ’90s that are still alive today
Believe it or not, some of the internet's earliest sites are still around. Here are some of our favorites to poke around on for a blast of nostalgia.
Soccer fans are getting inventive when it comes to Qatar’s World Cup alcohol ban
How the Qatari ban on alcohol at 2022 World Cup venues is affecting fans foreign and domestic after the tournament's first week.
The best films to watch to understand the shadowy crypto and NFT world
The Manual is here to provide a guide on the best films demonstrating how digital tech like crypto and NFTs operate successfully — or sometimes not.
Why experts say the FTX failure is a ‘turning point’ and not the end for crypto
Experts weigh in on what may happen to crypto after the fall of FTX and Luna bared catastrophic risk involved with the digital currency.
Big Short’s Michael Burry reveals why crypto’s problems aren’t going away
In 2022, Burry followed his spot-on 2008 doomsday prophecy for real estate with another prediction: the crypto crash.
These are the 7 best white elephant gifts under $25
This holiday season, The Manual wraps up the best gifts for friends and relatives. With these best white elephant gifts, explore the best to bring under $25.
This is what really happened to FTX: A breakdown of the crypto crash
Facing an $8 billion shortfall, FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried and its backing hedge fund, Alameda Research, filed for bankruptcy.
How experts say we can fix the toxic work environments killing our mental health
Recommendations from a Mind Share Partners co-founder, Bernie Wong, on how organizations can establish better mental health culture for its staff.
Add these 6 incredible, easy Tastemade recipes to your dinner rotation today
Here with a preview for The Manual readers are six of the best recipes in Tastemade’s now available print edition on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and more.
5 easy ways to increase the affordability of electric cars
The affordability of electric cars goes beyond gas and repairs. The Manual rounds up the secret and little-known ways to save money with your EV.
Buying an electric vehicle? Here’s how to install an EV charger in your home
Installing an EV charger at home can help electric vehicle owners avoid long waits, giant electricity bills, and other headaches that come with other options.
There’s a total lunar eclipse next week: Here are the best places to watch it
The Manual and Pitchup.com team up to investigate the best spots in the US to see the full moon lunar eclipse on November 8.
Plant-based protein: How to figure out how much vegetarians really need
Reddit’s Vegetarian community has a handy-dandy chart for all your plant-based protein needs. Unfortunately, it's not usable because of incorrect numbers.
Columbus-style pizza: You’ve had it, but you’ve probably never heard of it
The new Columbus Pizza Trail encourages visitors to explore this delicious, under-the-radar style of pizza one shop at a time.
Why Bitcoin May Rebound… And Why It Might Not
A guide to the reasons why, Bitcoin, the world’s leading cryptocurrency, could survive for decades… and the reasons why it could bust like many predecessors.