Mel Brooks was born on June 28th, 1926, in Brooklyn, New York. A prolific filmmaker, actor, and comedian, Brooks would come to be best-known for his film parodies a comedic satire. Brooks grew up a […]
Parks and Recreation had all the makings of a great TV sitcom. From an ensemble comedy cast and witty writing, to plenty of waffles and a miniature horse, the show certainly made the most of […]
The Founding Fathers had a lot to consider when drafting the U.S. Constitution. Who would run the country? How would they be appointed? What would they be called? Being that the majority of these men […]
In this post, we’ll break down the College Football Playoff system. What is the College Football Playoff in the first place, and why do we have it? How does the College Football Playoff work? And […]
Kirk Douglas was born on December 9, 1916, in Amsterdam, New York. The son of immigrant parents, Douglas was able to rise out of an impoverished childhood to become one of the most iconic actors […]
When someone says “New York”, what comes to your mind? Is it amazing Broadway shows? That iconic ball drop on New Year’s Eve? Classic NYC neighborhoods? Extremely high rent? There are literally thousands of New […]
The Office might have ended back in 2013, but the mockumentary sitcom continues to be a source of entertainment for many. I mean, who hasn’t spent hours scrolling through Netflix, only to wind up watching […]
What is the capital of Illinois? Most would probably guess Chicago. For starters, Chicago is by far the biggest city in Illinois, with over 2.7 million residents. Chicago is also one of the more prominent […]
Sometimes, it may seem like there is no rhyme or reason for how a state capital is chosen. What we might think sounds logical – the city with the largest population, or the one that […]
Even the most casual football fan is familiar with the Heisman Trophy. The famous honor, the traditional ceremony, even the iconic trophy itself, are all well-known in American football lore. Far fewer people, however, actually […]
In 1948, the Chicago Daily Tribune incorrectly posted that Republican Thomas Dewey had defeated incumbent President Harry Truman in the presidential election. The front page even famously carried a headline that read, “Dewey Defeats Truman”. […]
Why is Raleigh the capital of North Carolina? While it is by no means a small city, with a population of over 460,000, Raleigh is still just over half the size of Charlotte. So why […]
For many Americans, the menu on Thanksgiving is pretty familiar. Though not everyone eats the same things, there are some foods that have nonetheless become staples of the holiday. Items like cranberry sauce, stuffing, mashed […]
The NFL was founded as the American Professional Football Association all the way back in 1920. Throughout this long, storied history, fans have witnessed countless crazy moments, from amazing athletic performances, to epic comeback wins. […]
What is the capital of Ohio? Many might be inclined to say Cleveland. After all, the city has a large population and is home to many well-known professional sports teams. But remember, there are many […]
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