Posts by Matt Gilligan

I’ve always wondered what it would be like to work at a Goodwill place just to see all the strange things people get rid of. Weird clothes, knickknacks, books, etc. You know some occasional treasures turn up…but you gotta believe there’s also a lot of wacky stuff. AskReddit users share the weirdest things they’ve seen...

In this fact set, you’ll learn about the great Bob Ross, a house modeled after a famous TV show, and a bunch of other cool stuff. Read on and fill up that brain of yours with facts! 1. Duuuuuude… 2. Spy cats 3. Age gaps 4. Sacrifice 5. Bob was the best 6. I’d live...

The first day at any job is tough. You don’t know what you’re doing, you don’t want to ask too many stupid questions – basically, you’re completely lost. Add in a whole lot of pressure/incompetence/etc. and it makes for a memorable and stressful day. These AskReddit users shared their stories of intense first days at a...

Japan is a wonderful country with a rich history and an amazing culture. The Japanese people are renowned for their hospitality and their respect for their fellow human beings. Here are 20 photos that prove Japan is completely unique – honestly, we could take a lesson from some of this stuff. 1. “Sheet Of Paper That...

Okay, okay, we all know that most horror movie sequels aren’t as good (or even close) to the originals. But trust me, as a lifelong horror fanatic, I’m here to tell you that there are PLENTY of scary movie sequels that are worth watching. So grab the popcorn, dim the lights, lock the doors, and...

I’ve always wondered if actors or people who work on movie sets get to take any souvenirs after a film wraps. I bet the guys and gals on the crew probably can’t pick and choose as they please, but you better believe that actors get to take home some goodies. Here are 10 Hollywood actors...

I definitely remember some of my friends’ parents who leaned toward the…bizarre side. And I also remember wanting to break free from their houses if I got duped into spending the night there. We all have those kind of stories, so these 15 Redditors‘ tales will no doubt strike a familiar chord. 1. Thank you? “One...

Before sweeping child labor laws were passed in the U.S. in 1938, young children toiled at dangerous jobs and worked in mines and mills with no oversight. Lewis Hine (1874-1940) worked as a photographer for the National Child Labor Committee, crusading against the dangers and the immorality of child labor in America. Hine’s photos depict...

Want to expand your brain just a lil’ bit? We don’t want to overwhelm you, so we’ll limit this set to 7 facts. But they’re all extremely solid, so 7 is the perfect number for you. Enjoy. 1. Avert your eyes 2. Vader plant 3. They blew it 4. A different take on a classic...

There have been quite a few movies based on Saturday Night Live sketches throughout the years. From Wayne’s World to Coneheads to It’s Pat, SNL movies have been a staple of the cinema since shortly after the show began airing. And given how many movies were successfully movie-fied, it seems clear there would be loads of sketches that almost, but not...

As we celebrate and honor the 100th anniversary of the ending of World War I, many historians and amate*r history buffs are re-examining ‘The Great War.’ One question that has remained definitively unanswered is why were American soldiers called “doughboys”? There are several theories. One possible explanation dates back to the Mexican-American War (1846-48). During that...

Their name may sound like a new kind of protein bar, but Nutria are actually big rodents that like to hang out where it’s warm and wet. They hail from South America but have gained a foothold in the U.S., particularly in Louisiana. Nutria can grow to be 20 pounds, they can swim, and they are...

Full disclosure: I am the undisputed king of talking in my sleep. It has caused me derision and ridicule since I started going to sleepovers as a young lad…and it hasn’t gotten any better. The good news is: I’m not alone. In this article, AskReddit users share the strangest/funniest things their significant others have said...

If you happened to watch any news coverage of Hurricane Florence in the Carolinas, there’s no doubt you heard at least a few times about the “Waffle House Index.” Since the chain restaurant is so prevalent across the country, and their locations are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, FEMA actually uses...

Let’s face the music, friends. Humans in general are…well…kinda dumb. And that stupidity definitely shines through when you think about all the jobs out there that have no good reason to be jobs. These AskReddit users share what jobs they believe exist solely because of our stupidity. What do you think? 1. Ummm “Met a guy once –...