Tag humor

Image: Gary Duschl with his Guinness World Record award and his winning gum wrapper chain!

A True Chain Reaction: Linking People with Gum Wrappers!

Clocking in at over a hundred thousand feet, this staggeringly long chain was created by one man over almost 6 decades, with a bit of heartwarming help along the way. Here's the story of Gary Duschl, a very unique Guinness Book of World Record holder who will inspire us all!

Sam Burns
April 2, 2021

Image: two cars racing in the 24-hours of lemons

Welcome to Burning Man for Car Geeks!

Taking creativity to whole new levels is even more fun in a crazy community! You won't see shiny cars or world-class engines at this car race, no, but you will see some of the craziest Frankenstein-like cars around. Best thought of as "Burning Man for car geeks," the 24 Hours of LeMons shows there is no end to possibility!

Sam Burns
March 17, 2021

Image: Medical clowns playing music with a senior patient!

Are Clowns Making Us Healthier?

Could a clown actually improve your health? For thousands of people in hospitals around the globe, these funny characters are their ticket to success! With a surprising range of benefits, medical clowns are improving how we approach healthcare. Check it out!

Sam Burns
October 25, 2020

Why Is My Cat So Dang Weird?!

The midnight racing, the pre-pounce butt-wiggle... these are just a small sampling of the odd things that cats do. But you don't need to be a crazy cat lady to appreciate these sometimes-ferocious little furballs! Let's start by nipping at the evolutionary excuses your cat has for being, well, the weirdest!

Renee Laroche-Rheaume
July 15, 2020

How Comedians Are Changing the Way We Approach Depression

What can some of the world's funniest people do when they open up about mental health? Comedians like Sarah Silverman, Wayne Brady, Chris Gethard, and Rainn Wilson are helping us better support the ones we love and ourselves!

Sam Burns
February 10, 2020

Image: Beau Miles running with a shovel during his mile an hour day

How to Finish Your To-Do List and Run a Marathon in One Day!

Could you check off your entire to-do list in one day? It's not just possible, you can do it while having fun, doing what you love, and taking time to reflect! Here's how!

Liesl Ulrich-Verderber
December 30, 2019

Can Your Buttons Change the Way You Look at the World?

It's a simple innovation but the button is one of many small wonders we see every day. So what is it that makes the button so special, and could learning about it make us happier, maybe even come up with the next small wonder? It can!