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National Pink flamingo day. Entertainment from 1986. Lorena Bobbitt cut off her husbands penis, Coldest temp ever recorded, Birth control pill went on sale. Todays birthdays - June Carter Cash, Bryan Brown, Glenn Danzig, Frances McDormand, Selma Blair, Milissa Rauch. Jonus Salk died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Pink flamingos - Tracy ByrdOn my own - Patti LaBelle Michael McDonaldLiving in the promised land - Willie NelsonBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Jackson - June carter Cash and Johnny CashMother - DanzigThe Big Bang Theory TV themeExit - Summer Fall - Lee Sims https://www.leesims.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Kissing day. National Onion Ring day.Entertainment from 1996. Galileo sentenced to prison, 16 year old boy ivented the donut, Germany invaded Soviet Union. Todays birthdays - Kris Kristofferson, David L. Lander, Todd Rundgren, Lindsay Wagner, Meryl Streep, Cyndi Lauper, Freddie Prinze, Green Gartside, Tracy Pollan, Dan Brown, Carson Daly. George Carlin Died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://diannacorcoran.com/Shut up and kiss me - Mary Chapin CarpenterTha Crossroads - Bone Thugs N HarmonyTime marches on - Tracey LawrenceBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Sunday Mornin' comin down - Kris KristoffersonBang on the drums all day - Todd RundgrenGirls just wanna have fun - Cyndi LauperPerfect way - Scritti PollitiExit - Drinks alone - Paige Rutledge https://www.paigerutledge.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
Hike with a geek day. Entertainment from 1965I . West Virginia became 35th state, Alaska pipeline started pumping, last battle of American Revolution. Todays birthdays - Audie Murphy, Martin Landau, Olympia Dukakis, John Mahoney, Brian Wilson, Anne Murray, Lionel Richie, John Goodman, Nicole Kidman. Jack Kirby died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/I'm Happy when I'm Hiking - Ralph Butler & Raymond WallaceI can't help myself - Four TopsBefore you go - Buck OwensBirthday - The BeatlesBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Frasier TV themeSurfin - Beach BoysSnowbird - Anne MurrayAll night long - Lionel RichieExit - Wild rag vodka night - Pat Waters https://www.patwaters.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Martini day. Juneteenth. National Garfield day. Entertainment from 2015. First official baseball game played, Pinball banned call pinhibition, George Washington and his army left Valley Forge. Todays birthdays - Gena Rowlands, Phylicia Rashad, Ann Wilson, Kathleen Turner, Doug Stone, Paula Abdul, Robin Tunney, Zoe Saldana. Thomas Watson died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Its martini time - The Reverend Horton HeatSee you again - Wiz Khalifa Charlie PuthGirl crush - Little Big TownBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Magic man - HeartIn a different light - Doug StoneForever your girl - Paula AbdulExit - What I see - Cody Templeton Cody Templeton musicHistory & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Go fishing day. Entertainment from 2005. War of 1812 began, Napolean defeated at Waterloo, Sally Ride 1st US woman in space. Todays birthdays - James Montgomery Flagg, George Mallory, Paul McCartney, Carol Kane, Isabella Rossellini, Nathan Morris, Blake Shelton. Clarence Clemons died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/I wanna go fishing - Randy HeavinWe belong together - Mariah CareyMaking memories of us - Keith UrbanBirthdays - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/She love you - The BeatlesEnd of the road - Boys II MenAustin - Blake SheltonExit - Whisikey & Tequila - Robinson Treacher https://robinsontreacher.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Eat your vegitables day. Entertainment from 1975. Battle of Bunker Hill Faught, France held last public guillotining, OJ Simpson police chase. Todays birthdays - Ralph Bellamy, Red Foley, Barry Manilow, Joe Piscopo, John Gries, Thomas Haden Church, Greg Kinnear, Jason Patric, Kendrick Lamar. Gloria Vanderbilt died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Eat your vegitable song - Little Baby BumSister golden hair - AmericaYour my best friend - Don WilliamsGoing to the chapel - The Dixie CupsBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Old Shep - Red FoleyI write the songs - Barry ManilowHumble - Kendrick LamarExit - Let's go for a ride - Angela Harris https://www.angelaharris.net/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Fresh Veggies day. Entertainment from 1985. 1st woman in space, Cracker Jacks went on sale, 1st roler coaster. Todays birthdays - Jack Albertson, Billy "Crash" Craddock, Eddie Levert, Gino Vannelli, Laurie Metcalf, Tupac Shakur, John Cho, Ali Stroker. George Reeves died.Intro- God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/The singing Walrus - vegitable songEverybody wants to rule the world - Tears For FearsLittle things - The Oak Ridge BoysBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Rub it in - Billy "Crash" CraddockLove Train - The O'JaysI just wanna stop - Gino VannelliI get around - Tupac ShakurExit - Back of a pick-up truck - Brad Howard https://www.bradhowardmusic.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Prune day. Entertainment from 1995. Worlds oldest national flag the Dannebrog (Denmark), Arkansas Birthday, General Lee's land conficated by union army for Arlington National Cemetary. Todays birthdays - Waylon Jennings, Noddy Holder, Russell Hitcock, Steve Walsh, James Belushi, Helen Hunt, Courtney Cox, Ice Cube, Neal Patrick Harris. Ella Fitzgerald died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Have you ever really loved a woman - Bryan AdmsSummers comin - Clint BlackBirthday song - The BeatlesBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent https://www.50cent.com/Luckenbach Texas - Waylon JenningsRun runaway - SladeMaking love out of nothing at all - Air SupplyCarry on wayward - KansasToday was a good day - Ice CubeDream a little Dream - Ella FitzgeraldExit - Girl like that - Johnathan Len https://johnathanlen.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
Flag day. National Bourbon day. Entertainment from 2024. 1st country #1 song, "under god" added to US pledge of allegiance. Todays birthdays - Harriet Breecher Stowe, Cliff Edwards, Burl Ives, Dorthy McGuirem Marla Gibbs, Donald Trump, Nick Van Eede, Boy George, Jasmine Bleeth. Henry Mancini died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Bourbon whiskey - William BeckmanYour a grand old flag - Sing a long with kidsI had some help - Post Malone Morgan WallenThe little old log cabin in the lane - Fiddlin John CarsonBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent https://www.50cent.com/When you wish upon a star - Cliff EdwardsHolly jolly Christmas - Burl IvesThe Jeffersons TV themeI just died in your arms - Cutting CrewDo you really want to hurt me - Culture ClubExit - Whenever your around - The Charlesys https://www.charlesy.co.uk/the-History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Weed your garden day. Entertainment from 1964. Pope Gregory 9th orders all cats killed, US Postal service says no mailing your children, Miranda law becomes manditory. Todays birthdays - Seigfried Fischbacher, Bobby Freeman, Malcolm McDowell, Richard Thoms, Tim Allen, Ally Sheedy, Chris Evans, Rivers Cuomo, Mary Kate & Ashley Olsen. Jimmy Dean died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Grow grow grow your garden - AO KidsChapel of love - The Dixie CupsTogether again - Buck OwensBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Do you want to dance - Bobby FreemanBuddy Holly - WeezerFull House TV themeBig John - Jimmy DeanExit - Only girl in town - Donna Fisk https://www.donnafisk.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Peanut Butter cookie day. Entertainment from 2014. National Loving day in homor or Richard & Mildred Loving, Nelson Mandela sentenced to life in prison, Todays birthdays - George HW Bush, Vic Damone, Anne Frank, Jim Nabors, Reg Presley, John Wetton, Brad Delp, Timothy Busfield, Meredith Brooks, Chris Young. Gregory Peck died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Peanut butter cookie - Parry GrippFancy - Iggy Azaleo Charlie XCXPlay it again - Luke BryanBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Your breaking my heart - Vic DamoneBack home in Indiana - Jim NaborsWild thing - The TroggsHeat of the moment - AsiaFeelin satisfied - BostonBitch - Meredith BrooksI'm coming over - Chris YoungExit - Another tonight - Kenny Cursio https://kennycurciomusic.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Corn on the cob day. Entertainment from 2004. Worst accident in motorsports history, 1st horse racing triple crown winner, Great Barrier reef discovered by white guys. Todays birthdays - Jacques Cousteau, Gene Wilder, Adrienne Barbeau, Graham Russell, Donnie Van Zant, Hugh Laurie, Peter Dinklage, Shia Labeouf. John Wayne died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Corn Cobb - Parry GrippBurn - UsherRedneck Woman - Gretchen WilsonBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/All out of love - Air SupplyCaught up in you - 38 SpecialExit - Hangover town - Kyle Daniel https://www.kyledanielmusic.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Iced Tea day. Entertainment from 1974. Benjamin Franklin flew his kite with the key tied to it, Loud Parrot interupts Andrew Jacksons funeral, Lidice Massacre. Todays birthdays - Hattie McDaniel, Howlin' Wolf, Judy Garland, Shirley Owens, Randee Heller, Elizabeth Hurley, Faith Evans, DJ Qualls, Leelee Sobieski. Ray Charles died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Big ol sweet iced tea - Anita RenfroeBand on the run - WingsI don't see me in your eyes anymore - Charlie RichBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Smokestack lightning - Howlin' WolfSomewhere under the rainbow - Judy GarlandWill you still love me tomorrow - The ShirellesNever gonna let you go - Faith EvansHit the road jack - Ray CharlesExit - Famous - Elyse Saunders https://www.elysesaunders.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Donald Duck day, Entertainment from 1984. 1st person deported from US, 1st transpacific flight, Income tax withholding act enacted. Todays birthdays - Les Paul, Jackie Wilson, Michael J. Fox, Johnny Depp, Wes Scantlin, Matt Bellamy, Natalie Portman. Charles Dickens died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Donald duck theme songTime after time - Cyndi LauperSomeday when things are good - Merle HaggardBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Tiger Rag - Les PaulLonely Teardrops - Jackie WilsonBlurry - Puddle of MuddUprising - MuseExit - Summer Fall - Lee Sims https://www.leesims.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Name your poison day. Entertainment from 1994. Bill of Rights proposed to US Constitution, Vacuum cleaner invented, Worlds 1st auto theft. Todays birthdays - Jerry Stiller, Joan Rivers, Nancy Sinatra, Chuck Negron, Boz Skaggs, Bonnie Tyler, Tim Berners-Lee, Keenen Ivory Wayans, Rob Pilatus, Julianna Margulies, kanye West. Andrew Jackson died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Name your poison - Ted NugentI swear - All 4 OneThat aint no way to go - Brooks & DunnBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/These boots were made for walkin - Nancy SinatraJoy to the world - Three Dog NightLook what you've done to me - Boz SkaggsTotal eclipse of the heart - Bonnie tylerIn Living Color TV themeGirl you know its true - Millie VanilliStronger - Kanye WestExit - You aint no match - Lena Paige Lena on facebookHistory & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Chocolate Ice Cream day. Entertainment from 2023. 1st US citizen hung for treason, Musical Grease debuted on broadway, Bald men in Mozembique being killed for gold in their heads. Todays birthdays - Jessica Tandy, Dean Martin, Tom Jones, Ken Osmond, Liam Neeson, Prince. Jean Harlow died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Don't get between me and my chocolate ice cream - The Hungry Food BandLast Night - Morgan WallenBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Everybody loves somebody - Dean MartinIts not unusual - Tom JonesSoft & Wet - PrinceExit - Crazy - Bobby Cool https://www.bobbycoolmusic.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Drive-in theatre night. Entertainment from 1963. D-Day launched, YMCA formed, Snow fell in New England. Todays birthdays - Nathan Hale, Levi Stubbs, Gary US Bonds, Joe Stampley, Robert Englund, Colin Quinn, Paul Giamatti, Uncle Kracker. Patrick Henry died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/The last Drive-in - Chris LeDouxIt's my party - Leslie GoreLonesome 7-7203 - Hacksaw HawkinsYMCA - Village PeopleBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cen thttp://50cent.com/I can't help myself - Four TopsNew Orleans - Gary US BondsRoll on big mama - Joe StampleyExit - Blue Collar Swaller - Brandon Bing https://www.brandonbingmusic.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Veggie burger day. Entertainment from 2013. AIDS epidemic officially began, Robert Kennedy killed, Sis day war began. Todays birthdays - Pat Garrett, Bill Hayes, Kenny G, Richard Butler, Jeff Garlin, Ron Livingston, Mark Wahlberg. Ronald Reagan Died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcohtran.com/The veggie burger song - ?Can't hold us - Macklemore Ryan Lewis Ray DaltonCruise - Florida Georgia LineBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/The ballad of Davy Crockett - Bill HayesSongbird - Kenny GLove my way - Psychedelic FursGood vibrations - Marky Mark & the Funky BunchExit - 50 shades of red - Derryl Perry https://www.derrylperry.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Cheese day. Entertainment from 2003. Young Elvis Chosen for postage stamp, Shopping cart invented, Miracle at Dunkirk, ATM invented. Todays birthdays - Clara Blandick, Bruce Dern, Freddie Fender, Michelle Phillips, Parker Stevenson, Keith David, El Debarge, Russell Brand, Angelina Jolie. John Wooden died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/The cheese song - Juice Music21 Questions - 50 Cent Nate DoggI believe - Diamond RioBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Before the next teardrop falls - Freddie FenderCalifornia dreamin - The Mamas & PapasWho's Johnny - El DebargeExit - Tonight - Toby May https://tobymayofficial.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Egg day. Entertainment from 1973. Andy Warhol shot by feminist, Willie Nelson hit with $32 million tax bill, 1st baseball uniforms. Todays birthdays - Jimmy Rogers, Tony Curtis, Ian Hunter, Eddie Holman, Deniece Williams, Danny Wilde, David Cole, Doro. Muhammad Ali died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Egg Song - Land before timeMy love - Paul McCartney & WingsYou always come back - Johnny RodriguezBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Thats all right - Jimmy RogersOnce bitten twice shy - Ian HunterHey there lonely girl - Eddie HolmanLets hear it for the boy - Deniece WilliamsJust the way it is - The RembrandtsI'll be there for you - The RembrandtsGonna make you sweat - C&C Music FactoryAll we are - WarlockExit - Those kind of songs - Brinley Addington https://www.brinleyaddington.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Rocky Road day. Entertainment from 1983. Velveeta went on sale, Largest large mouth bass ever caught, youngest First Lady. Todays birthdays - Johnny Weissmuller, Sally Kellerman, Jerry Mathers, Dennis Haysbert, Dana Carvey, Tony Hadley, Wayne Brady, Zachary Quinto. Bo Didley died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Rocky Road - Wierd Al YankovicFlashdance...What a feeling - Irene CaraLucille - Waylon JenningsBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent https://www.50cent.com/Leave it to beaver themeTrue - Spandau BalletBo Didley - Bo DidleyExit - Air conditioning - Paul Eason http://www.pauleason.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Go Bare Foot day. Entertainment from 1993. Kentucky Became 15th state, Tennessee became 16th state, 1st pay phones installed, Coldest temp ever in South America. Today birthdays - Andy Griffith, Marilyn Monroe, Pat Boone, Morgan Freeman, Rene Auberjonois, Powers Booth, Ronnie Dunn, Teri Polo, Heidi Klum, Alanis Morissette, Tom Holland. Helen Keller died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://diannacorcoran.com/Bare Feet - Caroline JonesThats the way love goes - Janet JacksonShould've been a cowboy - Toby KeithBirthday - The BeatlesBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Andy Griffith TV themeGoodbye Norma Jean - Elton JohnAint' that a shame - Pat BooneCrazy Train - Pat BooneBoot scoot & boogie - Brooks & DunnYou outta know - Alanis MorissetteExit - Little Sparks - Christopher James http://www.christopherjames.com/bio.phpHistory & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Smile day. Entertainment from 2022. Tulsa race riots began, Asphalt invented, Widest tornado ever recorded. Todays birthdays - Don Ameche, Clint Eastwood, Johnny Paycheck, Tom Berenger, Lea Thompson, Corey Hart, Brooke Shields, Colin Farrell. Jack Dempsey died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://diannacorcoran.com/When I see you smile - Bad EnglishAs it was - Harry StylesWasted on you - Morgan WallenBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Bar room buddies - Merle Haggard Clint EastwoodTake this job and shove it - Johnny PaycheckSunglasses at night - Corey HartExit - Damn Cowboy - Austin Hooks Austin on FacebookHistory & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Jennifer day. Entertainment from 1962. Joan of Arc burned at the stake, Lincoln Memorial opened, 1st car accident in America. Todays birthdays - Mel Blanc, Gladys Horton, Ted McGinley, Marie Fredriksson, Wynonna Judd. Wilber Wright died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://diannacorcoran.com/867-5309 Jenny - Tommy TutoneStanger on the shore - Mr. Acker BilkShe still thinks I care - George JonesBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Please Mr. postman - The MarvelettesIt must have been love - RoxetteI saw the light - Wynonna JuddExit - Drinkin state of mind - Cody Appman Cody on FacebookHistory & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
Learn about composting day. Entertainment from 2012. Mt. Everest climbed for 1st time, Rhode Island became 13th state, Wisonsin became 30th state, 15 women fired for dancing on lunch break. Todays birthdays - Patrick Henry, John Balsley, Bob Hope, Tenzing Norgay, John F. Kennedy, Danny Elfman, Annette Bening, Melissa Etheridge, Noel Gallagher, Mel B. Mary Pickford died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://diannacorcoran.com/ The poop Song - Chronicle BooksSomebody that I used to know - Gotye KimbraSomethin bout a truck - Kip MooreBirthday - The BeatlesBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Thanks for the memories - Bob HopeDead mans party - Oingo BoingoCome to my window - Melissa EtheridgeDon't look back in anger - OasisWannabe - The Spice GirlsEcit - Pick up the tab - Anna Scott https://www.annascottmusic.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Hamburger day. Entertainment from 2002. 1st quintuplets born, 1st monkeys to survive space flight, 1st indoor swimming pool was in a brothel. Todays birthdays - Ian Fleming, T-Bone Walker, Gary Stewart, Gladys Knight, John Fogerty, Sandra Locke, Roland Gift, Phil Vassar, Kylie Minogue, Colbie Caillat. Audie Murphy died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/I really like hamburgers - The Hungry Food BandFoolish - AshantiDrive - Alan JacksonBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Don't go back to New Orleans - T-Bone WalkerShe's acting single, I'm drinking doubles - Gary StewartMidnight train to Georgia - Gladys Knight & the PipsBad moon rising - Creedance Clearwater RevivalShe drives me crazy - Fine Young CannibalsJust another day in paradise - Phil Vassarlocomotion - Kylie MinogueBubbly - Colbie CaillatExit - Whiskey Talkin - Donny Lee https://www.donnyleemusic.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Grape day. Entertainment 1972. Masking tape invented, Disney releases "3 little pigs". Todays birthdays - Vincent Price, Christopher Lee, Lee Meriweather, Louis Gossett jr, Don Williams, Neil Finn, Peri Gilpin, Todd Bridges. Robert Ripley diedIntro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/The green grape song - Hmm thats strangeOh Girl - The Chi-LightsOn our last date - Conway TwittyBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent https://www.50cent.com/Thriller - Michael JacksonJingle hell - Christopher LeeIt must be love - Don WilliamsI got you - Split EnzExit - Heart felt - Jennie Angel https://jennieangelmusic.wixsite.com/mysiteHistory & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
Blueberry Cheesecake Day. Entertainment from 1982. 1st family to drive across US, 1st settler & Native Indian war, Ellis Island ruled to be in New Jersey. Todays birthdays - Al Jolson, John Wayne, Peggy Lee, James Arness, Stevie Nicks, Hank Williams Jr., Pam Grier, Bobcat Goldthwait, Lenny Kravitz, Helena Bonham Carter, Matt Stone, Lauryn Hill. Eddie Albert died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Blueberry cheesecake - Younmin feat hardiiEbony & Ivory - Paul McCartney & Stevie WonderJust to satisfy you - Waylon Jennings & Willie NelsonBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Swanee - Al JolsonFever - Peggy LeeGunsmoke TV themeEdge of Seventeen - Stevie NicksBorn to boogie - Hank Williams jrAmerican woman - Lenny KravitzSouth Park TV themeDoo Wop (that thing0 - Lauryn HillExit - 19 - Shane Owens Shane on FacebookHistory & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
Memorial Day. Entertainment from 1992. SpiderDan climbed Sears Tower, Deadliest aviation disaster in US history, Goofy debuted as Dippy Dawg. Todays birthdays - Mr. Bogangles, Kitty Kallen, Tom T. Hall, Sir Ian McKellen, Frank Oz, Laus Meine, Connie Sellecca, Mike Myers, Anne Heche, Justin Henry. CJ Walker died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://diannacorcoran.com/ Some gave all - Billy Ray CyrusJump - Kriss KrossAchy Breaky Heart - Billy Ray CyrusBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Just a crazy song - Mr. Bojangles Bill RobinsonLittle things mean a lot - Kitty KallenI like beer - Tom T. HallRock you like a hurricane - ScorpionsExit - Farmers Daughter - Jangle Wave ON SPOTIFYHistory & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Asparagus day. Entertainment from 2021. Mary had a little lamb published, Brooklyn Bridge opened, Youngest ever to summit Mt. Everest. Todays birthdays - HB Reese, Tommy Chong, Bob Dylan, Gary Burghoff, Patti LaBelle, Priscilla Presley, Larry Blackmon, Rosanne Cash, John C. Riley, Heavy D. Duke Ellington died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/The asparagus song - Bryant OneilGood 4U - Olivia RodrigoForever after all - Luke CombsBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Up in smoke - Cheech & ChongBlowin in the wind - Bob DylanLady Marmalade - Patti LaBelleWord up - CameoTennessee flat top box - Rosanne CashNow that we found love - Heavy D & the BoyzTake the A train - Duke EllingtonExit - Ain't that bad - Paige Rutledge https://www.paigerutledge.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Taffy day. Entertainment from 1961. Bonnie and Clyde killed, South Carolina became 8th state, Ben Franklin invented bi-focals. Todays birthdays - Artie Shaw, Scatman Crothers, Rosemary Clooney, Joan Collins, Shelly West, Drew Carey, Jewel. Roger Moore diedIntro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Laffy taffy - D4LMother in-law - Ernie K-DoeHello Walls - Faron YoungBirthday - The BeatlesBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Nightmare - Artie ShawGhost riders in the sky - Scatman CrothersCome on a my house - Rosemary ClooneyJose Cuervo - Shelly WestDrew Carey Show TV themeYou were ment for me - JewelExit - A memory I can't drown - Anthony Price https://anthonypricemusic.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Waiter & Waitress day. Entertainment from 2001. Charles Lindbergh 1st to fly solo across Atlantic Ocean. Amelia Earhart 1st woman to fly solo across the Atlantic ocean, All the chickens in an english chicken coop are plucked and survive. Todays birthdays -Raymond Burr, Ronald Isley, Leo Sayer, Mr. T, Notorious BIG, Judge Reinhold, Cody Johnson. Sir John Gielgud died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/She's a waitress and I'm in love - 5 Chinese BrothersAll for you - Janet JacksonAint nothin bout you - Brooks & DunnBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Shout - The Isley BrothersYou make me feel like daning - Leo SayerHypnotize - Nortorious BIGTil you Can't - Cody JohnsonExit - Never go home - Payton Howie https://paytonhowie.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Pick Strawberries day. Entertainment from 1989. 1st jeans with copper rivot on pockets (Levi) invented, Cordell Kansas hit by tornado same day 3 years in a row, 1st person arrested for speeding is US. Todays birthdays - David Hill, James Stewart, Joe Cocker, Cher, Jane Wiedlin, Bronson Pinchot, Dan Wilson, Jon Pardi. Gilda Radner died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Pick a strawberry - Super Simple SongsJoy to the world - Three Dog NightI wont mention it again - Ray PriceBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/You are so beautifull - Joe CockerRingo, I love you, Yeah Yeah Yeah - Cher (Bonnie Jo Mason)Rush hour - Jane WiedlinClosing time - SemisonicDirt on my Boots - Jon PardiExit - Lie - Shane Owens Shane on FacebookHistory & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Devils food cake day. Entertainment from 1981. Buffalo Bills 1st wild west show, Youngest Doctor of all time, Worlds largest jumping frog jubilee. Todays birthdays - Peter Mayhew, Pete Townshend, Grace Jones, Dusty Hill, Joey Ramone, Lainey Wilson. Jackie Kennedy Onasis died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Devils food cake song - ?Bette Davis eyes - Kim CarnesSeven year ache - Roseanne CasheBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent https://www.50cent.com/Star Wars movie themeLet my love open the door - Pete TownshendI need a man - Grace JonesSharp dressed man - ZZ TopSedated - The RamonesHeart like a truck - Lainey WilsonExit - Home bar - Douglas Riley https://www.douglasrileymusic.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National No dirty dishes day. Entertainment from 1991. Bath school massacre, Mt. St. Helens erupted, 1st female pilot to break the sound barrier. Todays birthdays - Seth Wheeler, Big Joe Turner, Perry Como, Pope John Paul II, Pernell Roberts, Mark Mothersbaugh, George Strait, Tina Fey. Jill Ireland died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Too many dirty dishes - Albert CollinsI like the way (the kissing game) - Hi-FiveIf I know me - George StraitBirthdays - in da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Shake rattle & roll - Big Joe TurnerPrisoner of love - Perry ComoBananza TV themeWhip it - DevoUnwound - George StraitExit - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Walnut day. Entertainment 2020. The book The Wonderfull Wizard of Oz released, Hawii's coldes temperature. Todays birthdays - Black Bart, Maureen O'sullivan, Dennis Hopper, Bill Paxton, Bob Saget, Enya, Craig Ferguson, Trent Reznor, Jordan Knight, Andrea Corr, Nikki Reed. Donna Summer died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/The walnut song - Hmm Thats strangeStuck with U - Arianna Grande Justin BieberThe Bones - Maren MorrisBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Only time - EnyaCloser - Nine Inch NailsStep by step - NKOTBBreathless - The CorrsLast dance - Donna SummerExit - This town ain't big enough for the both of us - ChrisGuenther https://www.chrisguenthermusic.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
Nationa Bar B Q day, Entertainment 1960.1st person known to have died from AIDS, Root Beer invented, Espresso Machine invented, Todays birthdays - Henry Fonda, Liberace, Pierce Brosnan, Richard Page, Debra Winger, Mare Winningham, Janet Jackson, Ralph Tresvant, Tracy Gold, Rick Trevino, Megan Fox. Sammy Davis jr died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Good ol' barbq - Whisker BrothersStuck on you - Elvis PresleyPlease help me, I'm falling - Hank LocklinBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/I'll be seing you - LiberaceKyrie - Mr. MisterWhen I think of you - Janet JacksonMr. telephone man - New EditionBobby Ann Mason - Rick TrevinoCandy man - Sammy Davis jrExit - Chasin' whiskey down - Ben Carter Band Ben Carter Band on Apple MusicHistory & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days - May Puzzle BookGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
National Dance like a chicken day. Entertainment from 2000. Youngest mom ever gave birth, Cure for small pox discovered, Lewis & Clark set off, Vasaline invented. Todays birthdays - Brad Anderson, Will "Dub" Jones, Bobby Darin, George Lucas, David Byrne, Tom Cochrane, Cate Blanchett, Mark Zuckerberg, Miranda Crosgrove. Frank Sinatra diedIntro - God did good - Dianna Corcoranhttps://www.diannacorcoran.com/Chicken dance songMaria Maria - Santana The Product G&BThe way you love me - Faith HillBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Charlie Brown - The CoastersSplish splash - Bobby DarinBurning down the house - Talking HeadsLunatic fringe - Red RiderStrangers in the night - Frank SinatraExit - Another hearbreak - Brinley Addington https://www.brinleyaddington.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.com
National Apple Pie day. Entertainment from 1970. 22 year old blogger stopped worldwide ransom ware cyber attack, Pope John Paul 2 shot, Mozarts 1st opera. Todays birthdays - George Papanikolaou, Bea Arthur, Harvey Keitel, Richie Valens, Mary Wells, Stevie Wonder, Darius Rucker, Robert Pattinson, Morgan Wallen. Doris Day died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corxcoran https://diannacorcoran.com/Apple pie song - The Hungry Food BandAmerican woman - The Guess WhoMy Love - Sonny JamesBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Maude TV themeLa Bamba - Richie ValensMy guy - Mary WellsFingertips part 2 - Little Stevie WonderWagon Wheel - Darius RuckerLast night - Morgan WallenPerhaps - Doris DayExit - Set it on fire - Jessie Lynn https://www.jessielynn.net/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.com
Entertainment from 1980. NYC banned spitting, 1st world wide radio broadcast, Oldest University in the America's opened. Todays birthdays - Katharine Hepburn, George Carlin, Steve Winwood, Billy Squier, Kix Brooks, Ving Rhames, Emilio Estevez, Stephen Baldwin, Kim Fields, Jason Biggs, Rami Malek. Perry Como died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://diannacorcoran.com/I got nothin - Dariius RuckerCall Me - BlondieGone too far - Eddie RabbittBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Higher love - Steve WinwoodEverybody wants you - Billy SquierBoot scoot boogie - Brooks & DunnCatch a falling star - Perry ComoExit - Cold Beer - Buck Ford https://www.buckford.com/ History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.com
National Eat what you want day. Entertainment from 1965. Minnesota became 32nd state, Only British Prime Minister assasinated, Adolf Eichmann captured. Todays birthdays - Irving Berlin, Denver Pyle, Eric Bordon, Martha Quinn, Natasha Richardson, Cory Monteith. Bob Marley died.Intro - Pour some sugar on me - Def Leppard http://defleppard.com/Healthy food vs Junk food song - English Tree TVMrs. Brown, you've got a lovely daughter - Herman's Hermit'sGirl on the billboard - Del ReevesBirthday - The BeatlesBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/White Christmas - Bing CrosbyWe gotta get out of this place - The AnimalsMTV commercialBuffalo soldier - Bob MarleyExit - Its not love - Dokken http://dokken.net/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.com
Entertainment from 2005. Oldest treaty in the world, US 1st to legalize birth control pill, Englands crown jewels stolen. Todays birthdays - Howard Carter, William Marston, Hanks Snow, Albert Finney, Candice Bergen, Billy Joel, Devin Peter Hall, John Corbett, Dave Gahan, Lisa Simpson. Little Richard died. (best of 2024)Intro - Pour some sugar on me - Def Leppard http://defleppard.com/Slumber Party - Haschek SistersHallaback girl - Gwen StefaniMy give a damn's busted - Jo Dee MessinaBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/It don't hurt anymore - Hank SnowMurphy Brown TV themeShe's got a way - Billy JoelGood to go - John CorbettJust can't get enough - Depeche ModeGood golly Miss Molly - Little RichardExit - Its not love - Dokken http://dokken.net/ History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.com
National Coconut Cream Pie Day. Entertainment from 1975, 1st roller coaster with a loop, 16 year old takes NYC subway train for a ride, Little Caesars Pizza founded, Coca Cola went on sale. Today birthdays - Harry S. Truman, Don Rickles, Ricky Nelson, Toni Tennille, Phillip Bailey, Alex Van Halen, Stephen Furst, Melissa Gilbert, Enrique Iglesias. Eddy Arnold died. (Best of 2024)Intro - Pour some sugar on me - Def Leppard defleppard.comCoconut cream pie song - Galt MacDermotHe don't love you - Tony Orlando & DawnShe's acting single - Gary StewardBirthdyas - In da club - 50Cent 50cent.comTravlin' man - Ricky NelsonLove will keep us together - Captian & TennileSeptember - Earth Wind & FireRunning with the devil - Van HalenHero - Enrique IglesiasI wanna play house with you - Eddy ArnoldExit - Its not love - Dokken - dokken.netHistory & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.com
Entertainment 2009. Lusitania sank from German sub, Largest Pearl found, Largest Swordfish caught,New Orleans founded. Todays birthdays - Johannes Brahms, Pytor Tchaikovsky, Gary Cooper, Darren McGavin, Robert Hegyes, Eagle Eye Cherry, Breckin Meyer. Eddie Rabbitt died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://diannacorcoran.com/I got nothin - Darius RuckerBoom Boom Pow - Blackeyed PeasIt's America - Rodney AtkinsBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/The cradle song - Brahms1812 overture - TchaikovskyWelcome back Kotter TV themeSave tonight - Eagle Eye CherryI love a rainy night - Eddie RabbittExit - Damn Best - Christie Lamb https://www.christielamb.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.com
Cinco de Mayo. Entertainment from 1989. 1st US train robbery, Big Mac went on sale, Channel #5 went on sale. Todays birthdays - John Stetson, Tyrone Power, Tammy Wynette, John Rhys-Davis, Henry Cavill, Adele, Chris Brown. Napolean died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://diannacorcoran.com/Cinco de Mayo song - The KiboomersLike a prayer - MadonnaYoung love - The JuddsBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Stand by your man - Tammy WynetteSkyfall - AdeleKiss Kiss - Chris BrownExit - Heaven has neon lights - Tyler Tillman Tyler on FacebookHistory & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.com
National Beer Pong day. National Star Wars day. Entertainment from 1999. Kent State massacre, 1st nonuplets (9 Babies), Battle of Coral Sea, 1st Grammy Awards. Todays birthdays - Bartolomeo Cristofori, John Speke, Auddrey Hepburn, Paul Geason, Nick Ashford, Stella Parton, Randy Travis, Ana Gasteyer, Lance Bass. Don Shula died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://diannacorcoran.com/ Star Wars themeBeer pong song - Stuart WebbNo Scrubs - TLCWish you were here - Mark WillsBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Solid like a rock - Ashford & SimpsonI want to hold you in my dreams tonight - Stella PartonHard rock bottom of your heart - Randy TravisBye Bye Bye - NSYNCExit - Wine into water - T. Graham Brown https://tgrahambrown.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.com
National Paranormal day. Entertainment from 1958. 1st US toll bridge, 3rd worst city fire in US history in Jacksonvile FL, Sears Tower now Willis Tower tallest building in the world at that time. Todays birthdays - Bing Crosby, George Gaynes, Ann B. Davis, Dave Dudley, James Brown, Frankie Valli, Christopher Cross, Eric Church. Jackie Cooper died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://diannacorcoran.com/If I were a ghost - Super Simple SongsWitch Doctor - David SevilleOh, lonesome me - Don Gibson Birthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Pennies fro heaven - Bing CrosbySix days on the road - Dave DudleyPlease Please Please - James BrownMy eyes adored you - Frankie ValliRide like the wind - Christopher CrossDrink in my hand - Eric ChurchExit - Know me now - Kane Vincent https://kanevincent.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.com
National Brother and Sister day. Entertainment from 1968. Confederate General Stonewall Jackson shot by own men, Osama Bin Laden Killed, German soldiers begin to surrender in WW2. Todays birthdays - The Red Baron, Engelbert Humperdinck, Leslie Gore, Larry Gatlin, Lou Graham, Christine Baranski, Ty Herndon, Dwayne Johnson, Ellie Kemper. DaVinci died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://diannacorcoran.com/Brothers & Sisters - Steve & Anne ChapmanHoney - Bobby GoldsboroThe legend of Bonnie & Clyde - Merle HaggardBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Snoopy vs The Red Baron - The Royal GuardsmenRelease me - Engelbert HumperdinckIts's my party - Leslie GoreShe used to be somebodys baby - Larry GatlinJuke Box hero - ForeignerIt must be love - Ty HerndonYour Welcome - The RockExit - Gotta feelin - Suzy Kory https://suzikory.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.com
There's a moment in every bad decision where reality finally sends you an invoice. Not a warning, not a polite reminder, but a full, itemized bill with interest, late fees, and a little note at the bottom that reads: “We tried to tell you.” That's where we are right now in America. Not in theory. Not in projection. In consequence.Because for years, Democrats built a political economy on vibes. Not math, not merit, not outcomes, but vibes. Equity over excellence. Optics over outcomes. And the whole thing worked beautifully… as long as nobody checked the books. But now the books are open, the numbers are ugly, and suddenly everybody who was celebrating the party is staring at the cleanup crew like they've never seen a mess before.Take the military shakeup. Pete Hegseth walks in like a guy who just bought a house and immediately starts ripping out drywall to see what's rotting underneath. Seventeen high-ranking officers gone. Not reassigned. Gone. That's not a routine adjustment. That's what happens when leadership decides the problem isn't a loose wire, it's the entire electrical system.And here's the uncomfortable question nobody in polite political circles wants to ask: were these people selected because they were the best warfighters, or because they checked the right demographic boxes at the right time? Because when your primary hiring filter becomes identity rather than capability, eventually you discover something shocking: the enemy doesn't care about your diversity statement.Factoid one: the U.S. military missed recruiting goals by over 40,000 troops in 2023, the worst shortfall in decades. Factoid two: a 2022 Heritage Foundation report found that over 68% of service members believed “wokeness” was hurting military readiness. Factoid three: China increased its defense budget by roughly 7% annually over the same period we were hosting drag shows on bases.So while America experimented with social theory in uniform, our adversaries stuck to the ancient, boring formula of “build stronger weapons and train people to use them.”And right on cue, reality showed up in Iran.An F-15 gets shot down. Two airmen recovered. Mission continues. That's not just a military success story. That's a contrast. Because competence doesn't announce itself with hashtags. It reveals itself under pressure. And under Trump, the message is simple: you go get your people. Period.Meanwhile, the U.S. bombs Qeshm Island, right near the Strait of Hormuz, targeting IRGC operations hitting commercial vessels. That's not symbolic. That's strategic. That's the kind of move that says, “We're done negotiating with people who only understand force.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
1167. In this bonus segment that originally ran for Grammarpaloozians last October, we look at the surprising true origins of words that often fool people. We explore why "miniature" originally referred to a red color and not a size; the true, non-factual meaning of "factoid"; and how "hello" only became a common greeting because of the telephone. We also examine the indirect eponym behind the word "gasoline." Find Jess Zafarris online: Useless Etymology, TikTok, Twitter, Instagram