Thursday, July 16th, 2026 — Today is National Corn Fritter Day, and today’s stories are all about bringing order to a rapidly changing world.

In this episode, meet the ten-year-old boy unexpectedly crowned King of England… discover how one political compromise determined the future home of the United States government… and learn why the world’s first parking meter made drivers furious almost a century ago.

Plus, we celebrate the birthday of Orville Redenbacher, the man who spent decades perfecting something millions of us still enjoy today.

Sometimes history isn’t made by dramatic battles or famous speeches.

Sometimes it’s shaped by practical decisions that quietly change everyday life.