Wait, That's Random
This Day in History
Every day has a story worth telling.
Discover three remarkable stories from this day in history—all in about 10 minutes.
Today's Episode
July 13, 2026 – The Most Famous Sign in the World Was an Advertisement
Monday, July 13th, 2026 — Today is National Beans ‘n’ Franks Day, and today’s stories prove that some of history’s biggest icons began in the most ordinary ways. In this episode, we trace the search for the source of the mighty Mississippi River… discover why the Hollywood Sign was originally built to sell real estate… and revisit the unforgettable night when New York City suddenly lost power. Plus, a birthday ...
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Every day in history has stories worth remembering. Some changed the world. Some changed almost nothing. And some are so strange they sound completely made up. Wait, That’s Random: This Day in History uncovers three remarkable stories from that date in about 10 minutes.