OP-ED: Summer in Virginia? No Thanks!

Summer in Virginia used to mean Capri Suns, ninja throwing stars, and zero bills to pay. Now it's record heat, invasive insects, and full-time employment. This op-ed makes the only rational case: abolish summer entirely and bridge spring directly into autumn. Science will handle the birthdays.

BONUS | What in the World is the World Cup?

What in the World is the World Cup?

With the World Cup happening in North America in 2026, it seemed like a good time to figure out what exactly the World Cup is. What is it? What is FIFA’s mysterious acronym? How many hit dice does a goalie have? Learn all of this and less!

BONUS | Recap: The Bachelor Season 28, Week 7

Recap: The Bachelor Season 28, Week 7

Recaps of TV shows are wildly popular and incredibly important, so naturally I picked a random episode of a show I've never seen, for a recap format I've never written, and documented the resulting confusion in real time.

No Enlightened Nonsense This Week

Due to circumstances that are either enlightened or nonsensical, but certainly unavoidable in either case, there will be no column this week! But next week's is well underway and promises to be ridiculous as a previously-unexplored topic gets tantalizingly tackled. Your patience is appreciated and will be

BONUS | Review: A Big Rock Down the Street

Minor Holidays in June and How to Celebrate Them, Part One

Did you know June 4th is International Corgi Day? Or that June 8th is Name Your Poison Day? This guide to the obscure holidays of early June tells you everything you need to know, including proper attire and the correct way to greet people.

Nibbled by Dinosaurs

A visit to a budgie aviary can be harrowing. Beware the theropods!

Welcome to Enlightened Nonsense!

Brandon J. Carr introduces Enlightened Nonsense, his weekly illustrated humor column about finding joy and silliness in everyday life.

One Week Until Launch!

The road to nonsense enlightenment beckons.