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Mental Floss is where curious people come for trivia-tastic information. New episodes every Wednesday at 3pm EST. Mental Floss produces lists of fun facts, debunks common misconceptions, and tells untold stories from history, science, culture and more. We welcome and encourage you to engage in fun, thoughtful, and meaningful conversations in the comments of our videos. However, we strongly condemn and will not tolerate discrimination, bullying, or hate in any form. Mental Floss values diversity of opinions and we are here to spread positivity and understanding as we cherish our differences. Stay curious!
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