Author: Edward Verchot

A Pope with a Past—And a Left Hook?

Before he was the spiritual leader to over a billion Catholics, Pope Francis was keeping the peace in a very different way—as a nightclub bouncer in Buenos Aires. Yes, the man who later preached about mercy and inclusion once stood at the door deciding who got into the party. 🙃

Imagine trying to sneak into a club and being stopped by a future pope. “Turn the other cheek? Sure—after you show me some ID.” 

This was Pope Francis when he was young. I believe maybe in the 1950s? Or early 1960s? I’m not sure. He looks friendly as he was even later in his life.

It’s a detail that became legendary during his papacy—proof that even a guy who started off tossing drunks out of bars can end up in white robes waving from the Vatican balcony.

Pope Francis will be remembered not just for his groundbreaking firsts—first Jesuit pope, first from the Americas—but for his radically inclusive spirit, his deep compassion, and his willingness to bring ancient traditions into modern conversations.

Rest in peace 🌍✝️🕯️

There’s a Six-Month Waitlist for This Waffle House — And You Don’t Even Get Waffles

In Decatur, Georgia, there’s a Waffle House so popular, it’s booked solid for the rest of the year. But don’t expect to sit down for a plate of waffles and hashbrowns — this one doesn’t serve food at all.

That’s because the original Waffle House, opened in 1955 by Joe Rogers Sr. and Tom Forkner, is now a full-fledged museum, dedicated to preserving the greasy, glorious legacy of the iconic 24-hour diner chain.

Inside, you’ll find a meticulously restored version of the first restaurant, complete with retro signage, vintage uniforms, original menus, and a treasure trove of Waffle House memorabilia. It’s a nostalgic deep dive into the humble beginnings of what would become a 2,000-location breakfast empire. Tours are free, but by appointment only — but if you show up expecting breakfast, you’ll walk away hungry. 

The good news is: there’s an actual Waffle House just down the road, where the hashbrowns are ready to be scattered, smothered, and covered. Consider it the ultimate pre-game before your museum trip.

(Protip:  If you don’t mind skipping the guided tour, you can get in even faster.  There are four open houses each year, from 11am to 2pm.)

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