Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Jeopardy! contestants were recently stumped by a seemingly simple clue about the Lord’s Prayer, much to the surprise of many Christian viewers. The $200 clue, read by host Mayim Bialik on the June 13 episode, was: “Matthew 6:9 says, ‘Our Father Which Art In Heaven,’ This ‘Be Thy Name.’” The answer was “hallowed,” but none…

It is always interesting when you strike up a conversation with somebody you’ve never met before. It doesn’t happen often but when it does, there is typically something to learn. Of course, it helps if you are properly matched with the other person you are speaking with. That wasn’t the case when a cowboy and…

My husband and I flipped houses for a number of years, and we made some pretty wild discoveries when ripping apart old houses. Some of my favorite finds include a wad of old bills (many of which are actually fairly valuable now) hidden within a wall, and hundreds of old glass bottles from the Prohibition…

At the age of 87, the world mourns the loss of the talented and award-winning writer, David Seidler. Known for his brilliant scriptwriting, particularly for the acclaimed film “The King’s Speech,” Seidler passed away while doing what brought him the utmost peace – fly fishing in New Zealand. His longtime manager, Jeff Aghassi, shared the…

Marie anticipated a normal day of housework, but uncovering a dusty piggy bank in her teen son’s closet brought a startling secret to light. What she found inside upended her world, leading to a devastating discovery that would forever alter her life. Having a rare day off, I planned to spend it tidying our suburban…

Natalie Wood looking great in a bikini at a pool party, 1960s. Oh Carol! The 1969 film Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice addressed issues of honesty and fidelity in marriage, and ultimately depicted an attempt at wife-swapping between a fairly liberated couple and their conservative friends. When you realize that Natalie Wood, vixen…

A Picture’s Power A picture speaks louder than a thousand words. Photos capture life’s precious moments: holiday memories, adorable pets, or your partner’s beauty. Yet, sometimes, a closer look reveals unexpected, significant details. John Baker experienced this firsthand when a photo of his wife led him to consider divorce. The reason? You’ll find out below.…

The YouTube community has suffered a heartbreaking loss as we bid farewell to a beloved member. Australian influencer Alexandra, known to her fans as Pretty Pastel Please, passed away in June at the age of 30. Her sudden departure has left a deep impact on all who knew and loved her. In a touching message…

Explore the magic in the official trailer for Disney’s “Pocahontas” live-action movie. Delve into the life story of Pocahontas as this documentary-style trailer highlights her historic journey with the “Pocahontas 2020 cast” bringing the tale to life. Discover facts about her transformative quest for peace between English settlers and Native American tribes, and watch her…

Hi everyone, Hannah here. This is a difficult story to share, but I feel like I need to. I’m a 38-year-old mom of two amazing kids (seven and five), and I’ve been married to my husband, Luke, for nearly a decade. We’ve had our share of challenges, like any couple. But something that happened on…