Year: 2023

It's Monkey Day! A day born from a simple act of fun on a friend's calendar. Let's spread joy and a little bit of harmless monkeying around!

Did you know? The same culture that crafted adorable pottery also sketched epic geoglyphs viewable from the skies!

Illinoisitron — the combination of 102 counties into one Combiner!

The Combiners are the coolest Transformers. Imagine them all together.

National Illinois Day falls on Dec 7th, and it's a reminder to transition from Thanksgiving to Christmas! 🌲 Discover more fun facts and festive musings.

Embracing our quirks! Did you know the term 'beige flag' isn't just for relationships anymore? It's about celebrating the unique, everyday traits that make us who we are. From consistent breakfast routines to peculiar music tastes, let's celebrate our individuality!

Every day, I queue up a handful of podcast episodes to listen to. I keep these episodes in monthly playlists on Spotify. Here is the December playlist if you are interested.

Does anyone really dig in and listen to an album more than a couple of times anymore?

Are people really searching for the word 'authentic'? Let's look at the data.

My local library might have a laser cutter!

The quest for unified social media platforms: where is the connection?

On a quest for the perfect microphone! Looking for one that's as versatile as my interests - podcasts, capturing nature sounds, and family videos. Any tech wizards with recommendations?

The technology for power looms, which revolutionized textiles, led to the development of computers

During the Thanksgiving festivities at my wife’s parents’ house, my mother-in-law initiated a charming tradition. She asked everyone to write down their expressions of gratitude on small orange pumpkins. Here’s an edited version of the thoughts I shared: I started…

Ever noticed how some books are impossible to find in print? That's where eBooks shine.

Embark on a digital treasure hunt with MapMyIP! 📍 Discover the fascinating world where your IP address meets the globe. Ready to find out where you digitally 'live'? Play now and explore the uncharted territories of the internet!

Is the new Ghostbusters movie trying to make a twisted spin on the Disney Frozen series?

A TikTok user pointed out a fascinating trend: one’s sock choice might just be a generational giveaway. You can tell what generation someone belongs to “just by looking at their feet.” This observation holds water in my experience. When wearing…

The Verge reports YouTube tests a ‘play something’ button for when you don’t know what to watch I can’t tell if I love or hate this feature. (I personally have not seen it yet) Love it We need more randomness…

Every day, I go through my 98 podcast subscriptions and hand-select episodes to listen to. You can see (and listen to) my daily playlist on Spotify. If you’d like to see how I manage my podcasts, check out “Efficiently managing…

When was the last time you used the word "flair" in a message or your writing?

I think I might get a ChatGPT subscription just so I can see what I can do with the API. This article, “Unbundling AI” reiterated what we know and feel about ChatGPT, but it illuminated in interesting ways. Like, learning…

I went to close a text window that I wasn’t looking, but it wouldn’t close. I kept hitting the same key command (⌘-w) over and over. (the MacOS command to close a window). I finally looked at the text window…

Halloween candy is a fascinating blend of economic strategy, psychological triggers like anticipation, immediate pleasure, and fear of missing out, and social dynamics of neighborly camaraderie and cultural celebration.

Ever wondered about the origins of "plethora"? It started as a medical term, representing excess bodily fluids. Now, it's the symbol of our age—abundant choices in products, information, and more.

The latest microseason, "Crickets Chirp Around the Door," introduces us to a rockstar cricket who's taking the insect world by storm. Join the party in your garden and groove to the chirpy beats! 🎶🕺 #FunnyNature #RockstarCricket

Join us as our Ewok companion immerses in the tranquility of Japan's 72 microseasons. From chrysanthemums in bloom to the first frost, every moment is a pixelated masterpiece.

Imagine if Best Buy had embraced a different path, focusing not just on selling products but also on creating an experience.

What stands at the very top of the iconic Tribune Tower? And how I did I discover this room?

Ever wondered about Hot Wheels' color choices? A recent peek into their office revealed a dazzling display of car bodies, each labeled with Pantone hues. Surprising, yet inspiring, it's a fusion of creativity and design standards!

Why I use Spotify for podcast listening instead of Apple's Podcasts app, Google Podcasts, and other podcast players.