1. Smoking to Ease Stress Believe it or not, doctors in the ’50s and ’60s actually told pregnant women that smoking was a great way to relax. Stress was seen as a bigger threat to the baby than cigarettes, so […]
1. Always Have Dinner Ready for Your Husband Back in the ’50s, one of the biggest pieces of advice for wives was to have dinner ready the moment their husbands walked through the door. Women’s magazines encouraged them to plan
Hey there, trendsetters and community seekers! Ever feel like the big city buzz is just too overwhelming? We’ve rounded up 12 small cities where Black Americans are not only seizing opportunities but also creating vibrant communities that mix history, creativity,
The 1940s were wild, awkward, and often downright bizarre for women. Imagine having your entire life dictated by a rulebook written by people who couldn’t even imagine what a career or self-expression looked like. From strict dress codes to “don’t
Hey there, fellow history buffs and quirky culture enthusiasts! Ever wonder why some of the wildest Independence Day traditions have vanished like that last firework on the Fourth? We’re diving into a time capsule of long-lost July 4th shenanigans that
Sometimes you look back at old wedding photos and wonder if anyone ever took these rituals seriously. From over-the-top entrances to bewildering bouquet tosses, the past is filled with traditions that today feel utterly ridiculous. Let’s take a trip down
Ever scrolled through your old playlists and thought, “Wow, this song was fire back then… but holy heck, would its lyrics fly in 2025?” We’re living in an age where what was once a smash hit can now spark outrage,
