I'll Tell You Why

Macaroni and cheese is an American staple and without the American revolution we may have never gotten this culinary staple.

The military's K9 Corps needed recruits to get started and it began with people giving up their pets.

Eating three meals a day isn't rooted in health or human needs. It's rooted in the industrial revolution, a moral conundrum and the British Navy.

Kids didn't always have summer vacation and we have some of America's most iconic families to thank for why schools are out for summer.

There are 3 main stories as to why coffee is called a "cup of Joe" and one involves a very annoyed boss.

A1 Steak Sauce was created for a king, but the bottle says it was made smack dab in the middle of the Civil War. This is the story of a royal recipe and a business opportunity one man couldn't resist.

When Albert Marr enlisted in the military, he asked to bring his pet baboon with him. This is the story of a great war, fierce bravery and an unlikely friendship.

Tipping is more common in the U.S. than in Europe which is weird since Europeans actually gave Americans the idea. This is the story of aristocracy, slavery and the potential for economic upheaval.

McDonald's may reign supreme for fast food, but the franchise was actually really late to the drive thru game. This is the story of efficiency, military rules and revolutionizing how people eat.

"Jersey Shore" is celebrating its 15th anniversary and the show did something few others have been able to. But, it almost was a show about people competing to be the ultimate Guido.