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.

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MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Where did station wagon’s get their name?

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Where did station wagon’s get their name?

Unless you’re watching National Lampoon’s Vacation all the time you don’t really see station wagons that often anymore sadly. They were eventually replaced by the minivan, then the SUV. But where did they get their name? Back when they first came out in the 1920s they had that signature look with the steel frame and…Continue Reading

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Do eyebrows serve a purpose?

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Do eyebrows serve a purpose?

Have you ever looked in the mirror and wondered why you have eyebrows? There are more than a few reasons why we as humans developed that hair above our eyes. There are the practical reasons how they hair actually protects your eyes against debris, sweat, dust, and even sunlight. Then there is also the communication…Continue Reading

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: What does DJ stand for?

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: What does DJ stand for?

Happy National DJ Day! If you have a DJ in your life you should send them a fun text to celebrate. A lot of you already know what DJ stands for, but for any gen z kids who might not… DJ stands for “Disc Jockey”. Back in the old days of radio the on air…Continue Reading

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: What makes a popcorn kernel actually pop?

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: What makes a popcorn kernel actually pop?

Happy National Popcorn Day! What makes a popcorn kernel actually pop? Popcorn kernels are 4% water, so when they are heated up either in the microwave or popcorn machine and the water causes popcorn to eventually pop when it gets hot enough. Creating that tasty white cluster we all know and love. Image credit: Getty…Continue Reading

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: What happens when you cry in space?

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: What happens when you cry in space?

Here’s something I never thought if until now. What happened if you cry when you’re in space with zero gravity? Since there is no gravity for the tears to fall they actually just well up in your eyes and stay on your face until you wipe it away. It’s pretty trippy to watch. This guy…Continue Reading