Jake Rossen
Joined: May 6, 2013
Jake Rossen is a senior staff writer for Mental Floss.
Goofy Gastronomy: Disney World Is Now Home to Its First Michelin-Starred Restaurant
7 Things You Might Not Know About 'Calvin and Hobbes'
A Leaked Script for ‘Seinfeld’ That Was Too Disturbing to Air Has Surfaced—and It’s Pretty Dark
Post vs. Post: The Real-Life Breakfast Betrayal Behind ‘Unfrosted,’ Netflix’s Pop-Tarts Movie
In the 1960s, Post and Kellogg's were in a race to bring toasted pastries to the masses. Their inspiration? Dog food.
The 25 Hardest Schools to Get Into in 2024
These universities are among the toughest to enroll in. One has an acceptance rate of just 1 percent.
14 of the Biggest Animal Stars in Hollywood History
Rin Tin Tin was found on a World War I battlefield in France before making his way to Hollywood, while poor Arnold the Pig was rumored to have been eaten after ‘Green Acres’ was canceled.
The Most Popular Costco Products in (Almost) Every State
Utah sure loves those Kirkland Signature diapers.
Why Do We Call Something a “Flash in the Pan”?
The phrase used to describe a has-been reality star or trend originated on the battlefield.
‘Malignant’: Winston Churchill’s Most Hated Portraiture Is Headed to Auction
Winston Churchill so hated Graham Sutherland’s likeness of him that he had it set on fire.
Why Do We Call It a “Rain Check”?
When we promise to honor a commitment, it's a "rain check." And yes, it originally had something to do with the weather.
How Much Horsepower Does a Horse Have?
If you thought the answer was "one," we were right there with you. But we'd both be wrong.
Adam Rainer, The Little Person Who Became a Literal Giant
Under 5 feet tall as an adult, Adam Rainer had the growth spurt to end all growth spurts.
Why Do We Call It a ‘Cottage Industry’?
The term is often applied to everything from Etsy shops to trendy businesses. But what does ‘cottage industry’ really mean?
A Brief History of JNCO Jeans
When were JNCO jeans popular and how did they come to be? Discover more about the history of these ultra wide-legged pants and why they were created in the first place.
Why Everyone Stopped Asking Jeeves
Ask Jeeves became a casualty of the search engine wars of the early 2000s. Eventually, their mascot was escorted right out the door.