Check Your Calendar…And Make it More Efficient?
The calendar we use makes the most sense, but it’s not the only choice. Here’s a look at the history of calendars.
Tag: Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader
On the Air with Uncle John
Uncle John has been on the radio a lot this month talking about our 37th book, UNCLE JOHN’S ACTION-PACKED BATHROOM READER.
How Uncle John and Company Made ‘Uncle John’s Action-Packed Bathroom Reader’
Uncle John is back with his 37th Bathroom Reader, full of trivia, facts, and stories to keep you occupied. Here’s how it came together.
Uncle John’s 37th Edition Cover Reveal
Super ducky is here to save the day with factoids, trivia, and mind-boggling stories from across the globe.
Let’s All Make Fun of Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader
From Comedy Central to The Daily Show, here’s a history of public “potshots” and “tank-yous” for Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader.
A Look at 2024 (From Psychics and Sci-Fi)
What’s going to happen in 2024? A lot of monumental and weird stuff, if we’re to believe various astrologers, psychics, and science-fiction.
Uncle John Helps You Pick the Right Word
The English language is always changing with plenty of words that mean almost the same thing—but not quite. Here’s a guide to some commonly confused words.
Happy Hanukkah: Here’s How and Why to Celebrate
Let’s delve into the history behind some of the most beloved and important traditions associated with Hanukkah, both celebratory and solemn.
Ghosts of Christmas Carol Past
Here are some of the most notable, quirky, and fascinating adaptations of Ebenezer Scrooge. (You might be surprised by the most accurate!)
33 1/3 Facts a Minute: A Spin Through the History of Vinyl Records
Groove to the music while reading these facts about the long and rockin’ history of stacks of wax—otherwise known as vinyl records.
Brain Boone Interview on iHeart Radio!
Top contributor to Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader, Brian Boone, sat down with Arroe Collins to share the inside scoop on the newest edition to the series.
Uncle John on Questionist
UJBR contributor Brian Boone talks to Geeks Who Drink CEO Christopher Short about Uncle John’s Weird, Wonderful World Bathroom Reader.
Back to School with Uncle John
Learn more about popular objects and phrases associated with school, like chalkboard erasers and “The dog ate my homework.”
36 for 36: Here are 36 Weird, Wonderful Facts to Celebrate Uncle John’s 36th Annual Bathroom Reader
Get a taste of what’s to come in the 36th edition of Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader with this round-up of fun facts we saved just for you.
Sneak Peek of Uncle John’s Newest Bathroom Reader
As a gift from good old Uncle John, here’s a sneak peek of the newest bathroom reader—coming September 5th.
Interview with Contributor to Strange USA!
Brian Boone, contributor to Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader and the Strange series, sits down with the WGVU Morning Show to share the historical oddities, roadside rarities, unique eats and amazing Americans in the exciting new release—Strange USA. Click here to listen to the interview!
Six Bizarre Basketball Records
The 2023 NBA finals are finally here, so Uncle John thought he’d pull together some of his most bizarre basketball records. Here are some of the greatest—and weirdest—things to ever happen in hoops. Least dribbles with the most points: In December 2016, the Golden State Warriors beat the Indiana Pacers 142 to 106 thanks to […]
Finding Ursula
Most Disney top-10 lists include The Little Mermaid…and it’s usually near the top. Here’s how a minor character in Hans Christian Andersen’s 1837 fairy tale became one of the most beloved villains in Disney’s history. RETURN TO FORM Walt Disney Animation Studios was reborn in the 1990s, thanks to Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, The […]
