Life As We Know It with Tom Walton

Two Universities, Better Apart 28.09.2026 ↓

Some people wonder if Bowling Green State University and the University of Toledo should merge. Let's hope it doesn't come to that.

A Lifetime Supply? 21.09.2026 ↓

When you're already old, is winning a lifetime supply of something still meaningful?

My Family Tree 14.09.2026 ↓

Researching your own family tree can be fascinating and frustrating.

Popular Names for Girls 07.09.2026 ↓

Half a century ago Jennifer and Lisa were the most popular names given to newborn girls. Today they barely make the list.

Rubber Ducks Ruffle Feathers 31.08.2026 ↓

You won't believe what has the cruise industry all upset. It's a little rubber duck.

Misplaced Modifiers 24.08.2026 ↓

The English language is anything but boring, especially when used incorrectly.

Rock Anthems 17.08.2026 ↓

The death of singer Freddie "Boom Boom" Cannon brings to mind the rock anthems of my youth.

Unspoken Code of Conduct 10.08.2026 ↓

There seems to be an unspoken code of conduct for people waiting quietly to see the doctor.

Four Seasons 03.08.2026 ↓

One thing you can say about our four seasons. There are no two alike.

Deep-Sea Cruising 27.07.2026 ↓

Decades ago deep-sea cruising was an exciting and affordable vacation. Those days may be gone.

One Small Step 20.07.2026 ↓

The global excitement of Neil Armstrong's first step on the moon on this date in 1969 quickly gave way to the usual geo-political divisions and mistrust.

A Long-Awaited Reunion 13.07.2026 ↓

Reuniting with a cousin I hadn't seen in more than 50 years was a revelation.

Map Reading 06.07.2026 ↓

Map reading was a skill required of adults long before cell phones came along.

Overpriced Hotels 29.06.2026 ↓

Our national parks are a true bargain, unless you want to spend the night at one of their overpriced hotels.

American Expressions 22.06.2026 ↓

Want to really confuse a foreign visitor? Hit him with some of the bizarre expressions that are uniquely American.

Newspaper Reading Habits Today 15.06.2026 ↓

The traditional newspaper of our youth has gone away, but a free press is still around, in a different form.

Fantasy Baseball 08.06.2026 ↓

Want to know one of the most popular summertime diversions in America? Fantasy baseball.

June 1 01.06.2026 ↓

I never realized it but the date of June 1 is noteworthy for a number of reasons.

Everyone Needs A Hobby 25.05.2026 ↓

Everybody should have a hobby that borders on obsession. Mine is baseball cards.

Stepping On A Lego 18.05.2026 ↓

It's almost a rite of passage to adulthood: stepping on a Lego in the middle of the night.

Cellphone Revolution 11.05.2026 ↓

The cellphone revolution Is so extensive it's amazing there are people who don't have one.

Student Conduct 04.05.2026 ↓

Six decades ago the rules governing student conduct were a lot stricter on college campuses, including Bowling Green.

Things You Never Want to Hear 27.04.2026 ↓

"Help me move this piano" is just one request among many that you never want to hear.

Apollo 11 20.04.2026 ↓

Artemis II was an amazing achievement, but Apollo 11 in 1969 was the day the world held its breath.

Evolving Language 13.04.2026 ↓

Language necessarily evolves over time, but why do we abuse it in the process?