Laughing Squid

How a Small Chess Shop in New York City’s West Village Stays in Business
Macy Gilliam of Morning Brew spoke with Imad Kachan, owner of Chess Forum in New York City's West Village, to find out how he stays in business.

Jackson Browne Plays ‘The Waiting’ For the Tom Petty 70th Birthday Bash Livestream in 2020
During the Tom Petty 70th Birthday Bash livestream in 2020, Jackson Browne played "The Waiting" which was recorded by Kevin Smith.

Famous Victorian Voices Recorded by Thomas Edison’s ‘Perfected’ Phonograph in 1888
Kings and Things looked how Thomas Edison perfected his phonograph enough to interview some of the most famous people of the Victorian Era.

Determined Goose Learns to Walk Again After an Injury to His Spine
A determined goose named Zeus at the Tamerlaine Sanctuary worked his way back to running after a spine injury that left him unable to walk.

Great Grandfather Surprised to Find Out He Set a Guinness World Record for the Largest Brick Collection
Clem Reinkemeyer of Tulsa was surprised to find out that he set the Guinness World Record for the largest collection of bricks in 2023.

George Takei Reveals the Origin Behind His Signature Catchphrase of ‘Oh My’
George Takei revealed the origins of "Oh My", his signature catchphrase while appearing on "The Graham Norton Show" in 2023.

The LEGO Rules That Dictate How Pieces Have to Be Connected In a Specific ‘Legal’ Way
Sam Denby of Half as Interesting explains how a LEGO set is assembled and the rules of LEGO that make certain moves illegal.

Devoted Tabby Cat Loves Going for Rides on the Seat of His Favorite Human’s Walker
An adorable cat named Gus loves to go for a ride on the seat of his favorite human's walker both outside and inside the house.

Violinist Performs a Beautiful Duet With the Musical Alarm on Her Washing Machine
Allie Miller performed a beautiful yet extremely casual duet with the musical alarm on her washing machine.

The Intelligent Biology That Lets Insects Fly in the Rain
Dr. Joe Hanson explains how insects can fly in the rain due to their super hydrophobic wings that are impervious to water.
