18 April 2013 ~ 0 Comments

Hey, America! Shut up.

Big news this week, as a bombing in a public place killed several civilians and wounded lots more. I’m sure you’ve all heard about it by now. Or maybe not, since it happened in Iraq. Yep, that’s right, on the same day as bombs near the finish line of the Boston Marathon detonated to kill [...]

17 April 2013 ~ 0 Comments

Can a Brother Get Some Info?

Can a brother get some info?! Why is it so hard to find out information on certain topics? We have 24 hour news organizations whose sole purpose is to give info to the public.  And yet I don’t know enough about anything.  I know the website is “everyone is stupid but me” but if that’s [...]

15 March 2013 ~ 0 Comments

What’s the Origin of the One Dollar Bill?

Ever wonder where paper money originates? Also, did you know that George Washington was from Britain? Podcast: Play in new window | Download

08 March 2013 ~ 0 Comments

Why Don’t Birds On Wires Get Electrocuted?

How can animals roam powerlines with impunity and never get electrocuted? This week’s 2 minute drill explains. Podcast: Play in new window | Download

01 March 2013 ~ 0 Comments

Where Did Timezones Come From?

So, what’s up with timezones? Arizona spends part of the year in Mountain and part in Pacific. Louisville is in Eastern time but Bowling Green, due south of it, is in Central. India is 15 minutes ahead of Pakistan. Listen to this week’s Two Minute Drill for the explanation! Podcast: Play in new window | [...]

22 February 2013 ~ 0 Comments

Why Do Bridges Ice Before the Road Does?

What is it with bridges insisting on icing before the road does? This week’s Two Minute Drill explains why that happens. You’re welcome. Podcast: Play in new window | Download

13 February 2013 ~ 0 Comments

Bless me, Father, for I have sinned.

Bless me, Father, for I have sinned.   It is my 34th Ash Wednesday.  It is the beginning of lent.  And I do not know if I can do it anymore.  I do not mean the rigors of sacrifice, the prayers, the fasting, the alms – those are so easy.  It is the rest.  It [...]

11 February 2013 ~ 0 Comments

How Is The Pope Selected?

Special Edition of the Two Minute Drill, in honor of Pope Gregory’s unexpected retirement announcement today! Episode 4. Podcast: Play in new window | Download

08 February 2013 ~ 0 Comments

What Is The Difference Between Using My Bank Card as Credit or Debit?

Two Minute Drill Episode 3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download

01 February 2013 ~ 0 Comments

What Do Interstate Numbers Mean?

Two Minute Drill Episode 2   Podcast: Play in new window | Download