Learn something new.
And have fun doing it.
The Mustache Cup: Facial Hair vs. Darjeeling
Discover the quirky history of the mustache cup—a Victorian-era tea tool that saved waxed lips from ruin and proved mustaches had the classiest accessory.
Learn something new.
And have fun doing it.
Tom McHale
The guy behind the curtains is me, Tom McHale. I’m curious, and therefore an eternal student. So far, I’ve published seven books and am hard at work on several more. Over the past 10 years, I’ve published nearly 2,000 articles across a variety of publications.
Dam Beaver!
Ever wonder why beavers go to all that trouble to muck up people's property by clogging up streams and knocking down trees? The answer might surprise you...
The Perfect March Madness Bracket: Long Odds
If your retirement plan hinges on picking a perfect March Madness bracket, perhaps diversify. While it looks easy, the odds of winning are... impossible.
What You Need to Know About Really Spicy Food
How is it that some people can handle spicy food with apparent ease? Why don’t you see them breaking out into a panicked sweat?
Abbey Road
A Beetle for the Beatles? The real story of Abbey Road and Paul's untimely death.
Who Owns the Ocean? The Scoop on International Waters
International waters used to be defined by a distance of 3 miles. You might be surprised at the reason why.
Some Perspective on Big Government Spending
In today’s dollars, the federal government of 1792 spent just under $31 per person – for the entire year.
About Those Recess Cabinet Appointments…
Can a President choose people to fill cabinet positions while the Senate is in recess?
The United States Constitution: Article 1 Explained
This week on the Constitution Show, we tackle the biggest section of the U.S. Constitution, Article 1, in simple and easy-to-understand terms. Want to know how the legislative branch is supposed to work? Listen in!
Why Do Tennis Players Grunt?
Watch any pro tennis tournament, and you'll experience a cacophony of animal noises. Gunts, groans, and occasional screams. So, why do tennis players grunt?
