Oktoberfest 2025 kicks off on Saturday, September 20th. The festivities officially begin at noon when the Mayor of Munich taps the first keg and proclaims the famous Bavarian phrase: “O’zapft is!” which translates to “It’s Tapped!” Why September? Here’s the…
Stop being an apologist. This is not about red or blue. When a government is open and honest, a lot of good things happen for everyone. Keeps Leaders in Check: When politicians know people are watching, they’re more likely to…
I suggested my wife and I try Dungeons & Dragons with a unique group: her friend’s English husband, Martin, and our Dungeon Master, Irene, who ran the game from Arizona while we played from Spain. After one awkward session of…
As a professional poker player, my job is to find an edge. Often, that edge comes from spotting a “tell” and a small mistake that reveals everything about an opponent’s hand. It could be a nervous glance away, a twitch…
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We quirky people have a strange but powerful way of thinking about luck. The same object we call “lucky” after a win is often blamed and discarded after a loss. The Swansonium Institute is a reader-supported publication. To receive new…
Defining a War Hero A war hero is someone who demonstrates exceptional courage and selfless sacrifice during a war. They go beyond what’s expected, often risking or giving their lives to save others, win an important battle, or protect their…
Starting on social media can feel overwhelming. Most people just dive in without a plan and learn the hard way. Howeverm this is probably a good way to do it. Get in there and let’s go! Here are five things…
It started like any other day, a simple trip to the shop, my mind wandering through the mundane rhythm of errands and hunger. But as I stepped back outside, that familiar beat was broken. A stranger’s motion, a glance toward…
In a world of 15-second clips at a time, these days, we’re used to instant results and flashy drama on TV and social media. Enter clip number gazillion, it’s easy to think of global politics like a high-stakes game show.…
