by John M. Jennings | Jul 26, 2024 | The IFOD
It’s summer in the Northern Hemisphere, and here in St. Louis, we’re enjoying our usual high temperatures in the 80s and 90s. Even though it’s hot out, inside our office, many of my co-workers are donning jackets or covering up with blankets. While...
by John M. Jennings | Jul 19, 2024 | The IFOD
Lewis Hamilton tearfully embraces his father moments after winning the 2024 British Grand Prix Lewis Hamilton is arguably the most accomplished driver in Formula One history. He has won seven World Championships, tying the legendary Michael Schumacher for the most in...
by John M. Jennings | Jul 12, 2024 | The IFOD
Croesus was the king of Lydia (part of modern-day Turkey) and was known for his riches (which is why the phrase “rich as Croesus” is used to describe a fabulously wealthy person). During the height of his wealth and power, he invited Solon, a...
by John M. Jennings | Jul 5, 2024 | The IFOD
Hadley and Ernest Hemingway In December 1922, Ernest Hemingway worked for the Toronto Daily Star and was on assignment covering the Lausanne Peace Conference in Switzerland. He was an aspiring novelist but had yet to be published — he worked as a journalist by...
by John M. Jennings | Jun 21, 2024 | The IFOD
Ah, the 1970s—a time of disco fever, bell-bottoms, and some truly bizarre childhood fears. Picture this: you’re a kid with feathered hair, rocking a polyester jumpsuit, but instead of worrying about Wi-Fi signals or getting enough likes on social media, you’re...
by John M. Jennings | Jun 16, 2024 | The IFOD
Happy Father’s Day to all you dads out there. Let’s celebrate with some Dad jokes!!! Dad jokes are simple, pun-filled humor characterized by being corny and rarely funny. They’re told with a straight face and typically induce groans or eye-rolls...
