There are a lot of things that happen in the world that make you wonder “Why is it like that?” Kevin & Jenna are here to answer these questions and solve these Mundane Mysteries.
Tune in weekdays at 2:30pm to find out answers to questions you never knew you had.
MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why are they called French Fries if they’re not from France?
Today is apparently National French Fry Day? I know, I know… eye roll emoji. But it got me wondering how they got their name since they actually weren’t invented in France at all. The French Fry was created back during World War I. American soldiers who were stationed in Belgium were being served these delicious…… Continue Reading
MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why do we eat popcorn at the movies?
Big weekend at movie theatres. The new Marvel movie Black Widow brought in $80 million at the box office which is the best opening for a movie since the pandemic began. Good to see people back in the theatres eating delicious tubs of popcorn. But why do we eat popcorn when we go to the movies…… Continue Reading
MUNDANE MYSTERIES: What does the “e” in Chuck E. Cheese stand for?
We all grew up going to a Chuck E. Cheese for a birthday party, having that delicious glistening cheese pizza and watching an animatronic animal band play live. But today’s mystery… what does the “E” in the name stand for? As you probably guessed the name of the mascot mouse in the logo is “Cheese”…… Continue Reading
MUNDANE MYSTERIES: What makes mosquitos bite us?
It’s summertime which means it’s also feeding season for mosquitos. But what makes a mosquito want to bit us humans anyway? There are a few interesting factors that attract these summer pain in the neck’s to certain people. First is that mosquitoes like biting people with type O blood more than any other blood type. …… Continue Reading
MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Can alligators climb trees?
This might be the most terrifying answer I’ve ever researched. Not only are alligators scary enough as it is while they are crawling around in swaps… they can actually climb too!? Even though they have short limbs they are still able to climb up a tree. The just need the tree to be on enough…… Continue Reading
MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why is the NBC logo a peacock?
You’ve seen it a million times when you’re watching NBC. The colorful peacock logo. But what made them pick that? Such a random choice for a TV Network. Back in 1956 NBC created its peacock logo because peacocks are multicolored. RCA who owned NBC at the time did this as a sneaky marketing move hoping…… Continue Reading
MUNDANE MYSTERIES: How many hot dogs will be eaten this weekend in America?
Everyone’s favorite hot dog eating holiday is upon us. As you get ready to eat your weight in tubed meat let’s ponder this hot dog mystery shall we? How many hot dogs will America eat this 4th of July? According to the National Sausage and Hot Dog Council (NHDSC), (yes, that’s a real organization come…… Continue Reading
MUNDANE MYSTERIES: How do fireworks get their color?
This one is a simple trip down chemistry class memory lane! The colors in fireworks are created by the use of metal salts. The metal salt compounds produce intense colors when they are burned, which is what makes them perfect for pretty fireworks. There are a few other things in there too that make them…… Continue Reading
MUNDANE MYSTERIES: What is the difference between ponds and lakes?
With fourth of July weekend coming up you might be spending time away on the water. Either a lake house or pond adventure. But what is the difference between the two? A lot of it has to do with the depth of the water. Ponds and lakes are both inland bodies of freshwater that contain…… Continue Reading
MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Where does all the coffee come from?
We drink it every day. Sometimes multiple times a day. But where do we get all the coffee from here in the U.S.? Funny enough, only two states actually produce coffee here in America. Hawaii and California. Which makes sense since you see a lot of Hawaiian and Californian blends. Otherwise, almost 90% of the…… Continue Reading