Steve Shapiro
Let me introduce you to the children I keep in the basement:
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http://www.cracked.com/quick-fixes/5-hilariously-inept-attempts-to-use-props-in-congress/
5 Things You Say Often With Horrible Historical Origins
It's fascinating to trace the origins of everyday phrases back and find out just how many of them were not only slang, but terms that referenced unspeakable horror.
6 Badass 'Modern' Weapons (Are Way Older Than You Think)
It turns out that a lot of the stuff that defines the modern battlefield has been around in some form for a lot longer than we think, thanks to murderous geniuses who were decades or centuries ahead of their time.
5 Amazing Magical Powers Created by Simple Science
Science can do things that not only seem like magic, but make magic tricks look like a bunch of ridiculous bullshit.
7 Real (And Totally Insane) Medical Practices From History
How did no one stop to think 'Hey, this is kind of strange.'
The 5 Most Epic Acts of Trolling in the History of Science
It turns out some scientists not only have a sense of humor, but can be sassy little shits if you give them half a chance ... even if it means damaging their own careers or entire scientific fields in the process.
The 5 Most Ridiculous Attempts to Censor Popular Cartoons
Sometimes the desire to protect children's sensitive brains turns into bizarre self-parody.
5 Shockingly Violent Back Stories of Everyday Traditions
The origins of the traditions you think of as mundane run the gamut from freaking odd to downright sinister.
5 Famous Historical Events You Won't Believe Happened Twice
If we just hadn't forgotten about all of these lesser-known, yet way crazier versions of huge news stories, maybe we could have avoided some of the tragedy.
6 Sacred Icons of American Culture That Aren't Even American
No matter what metaphor you use to describe the United States' heterogeneous origins, there are nonetheless those facets of American culture that are widely regarded as uniquely (and sacredly) American. Well, guess what? They came from everywhere else.
The 6 Greatest Acts of Trolling in the History of Science
Science has seen some epic trolling over the years, so much so that it at times makes 4chan look like a chamber of reasoned discourse.