Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Owning a Tesla can have its challenges. Mario Zelaya, a Tesla owner in Canada, recently shared his frustration after being locked out of his car due to a dead battery. At the dealership, he was told a replacement would cost $26,000. Zelaya posted a video stating, “$26k for a new battery. Locked out of a…

Australian model Amber Luke, known as “Dragon Girl” due to her extensive tattoos and body modifications, faces employment challenges because of her unique appearance. With 99% of her body tattooed, she acknowledges that her job prospects have been limited but is unapologetic. She states, “I don’t want to work for a company that’s shallow-minded and…

In a heartfelt tribute to his daughter who died from cancer, a father has immortalized her memory by tattooing her last message to him, “I love you dad,” along with her drawing, on his skin. This profound act of love and grief was shared on Instagram, touching hearts across social media. The tattoo is not…

Jerry Lewis is an American actor who is perhaps best known for his comedies and slapstick humor. He, along with Dean Martin, made the hilarious comedy duo, Martin and Lewis. He is respected and has been honored by his contributions in comedy, and he has also used his fame towards activism for muscle dystrophy awareness.…

Dorothy Weaver, 57, had been content as long as her spouse, Thomas, was at her side. Both found more fulfillment in their work as human rights attorneys than in their personal lives. Since they first connected as ardent college students, they have been inseparable. Though the thought of children did come up from time to…

For many, flying is linked to exciting vacations, but not for everyone. Sheila Frederick, a 49-year-old Alaska Airlines flight attendant with over 15 years of experience, encountered a life-changing situation on a flight from Seattle to San Francisco. Sheila noticed a blonde girl in shabby clothes sitting next to an older man in nice clothes.…

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) — Close to 20 million people around the globe have seen the TikTok video of a 2nd grader and his teacher throw down in a “Veggie Dance” dance-off. We tracked down the stars of the viral video at Deep Roots Charter School in Philadelphia‘s Kensington neighborhood and found out firsthand how they won…

BYU’s Vocal Point brings new depth to Josh Groban’s “You Raise Me Up” with their acapella rendition. Founded in 1991 by BYU students Dave Boyce and Bob Ahlander, Vocal Point quickly gained popularity, selling out their debut concert. They’ve achieved numerous accolades, including a fifth-place finish on NBC’s The Sing-Off and a record deal with…

A man driving past a farm accidentally runs over a rooster. Feeling guilty, he picks it up and goes to the farmhouse. He tells the farmer, “I’m afraid I’ve run over your rooster. I really do apologize, and I’m more than happy to replace him.” The farmer replies, “Well, if you really want to go…

When Jessica’s daughter found romantic dinner tickets in her husband’s jacket—dated for when Jessica was meant to be out of town—the discovery unraveled a web of secrets that tested the bounds of trust and forgiveness. I always believed we had the perfect family. My husband, Tom, was admired by everyone. Our daughter Lily made everything…