By Larry Billinger A Map Mystery In Kansas, there’s a mystery town called Wonderly. It’s a place that almost got lost in history. I’m trying […]
Year: 2023
The High Five: A Hand-Slappin’ History
By Larry Billinger The Genesis of the Gesture Long before it became the universal symbol of “job well done,” the high five was merely a […]
The Rueben Sandwich: A Culinary Mystery Unraveled
By Larry Billinger The Origin Debate: A Tasty Puzzle When it comes to the classic Rueben sandwich, its origin is as layered as the sandwich […]
The Art of Apologizing: A Canadian Tradition
By Larry Billinger The Origins of “Sorry” in the Great White North Have you ever noticed how Canadians seem to say ‘sorry’ a lot? What’s […]
“Birds Aren’t Real”: The Unfeathered Truth
By Larry Billinger Origin and Founder: Why I Love the “Birds Aren’t Real” Conspiracy The charm of the “Birds Aren’t Real” conspiracy lies in its […]
Milli Vanilli: Beyond the Lip-Sync Scandal – A Tale of Unheard Talent
By Larry Billinger Milli Vanilli, a name synonymous with the biggest scandal in music history, has often been dismissed as a mere footnote in pop […]
Why Are Barns Traditionally Red? Unveiling the Colorful History
By Larry Billinger Have you ever driven through the countryside and noticed how many barns are painted red? It’s a charming and iconic scene, but […]
The Great American Meal Debate: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, or Supper?
By Larry Billinger Bite into History: A Culinary Journey Through Meal Names Ever found yourself puzzled at the dinner table—or should I say, the lunch […]
Snowy Showdown Ends in Disappointment for K-State Wildcats
By Larry Billinger Last night’s gridiron battle between Kansas State and Iowa State, dubbed “Farmageddon,” turned into a snowy spectacle, ending in a 42-35 defeat […]
Frosty Farmageddon: KSU Wildcats Gear Up for Snowy Battle Against Iowa State
By Larry Billinger On a cold November evening, the Kansas State Wildcats are set to clash with the Iowa State Cyclones in a much-anticipated Farmageddon […]