1996 Legacy: The Fashionista
“Does this bulb make my room look fat?” Part of the 50 Light Bulb Jokes: The 1996 Retro Edition archive. Historically Verified
1996 Legacy: Jean Chrétien (Canada)
What did the Canadian PM do in ’96? He used the “Shawinigan Handshake” (a literal chokehold) on a protester, proving that Canadian “politeness” has very… Read More »1996 Legacy: Jean Chrétien (Canada)
1996 Archive: The “Donorgate” Scandal
How did Clinton raise campaign funds? By renting out the Lincoln Bedroom. It turned the White House into the world’s most expensive Bed & Breakfast.… Read More »1996 Archive: The “Donorgate” Scandal
1996 Vintage: Worst Dressed (The Velvet Award)
Why all the crushed velvet? Because in 1996, every actor wanted to look like a high-end sofa in a dimly lit jazz club. Part of… Read More »1996 Vintage: Worst Dressed (The Velvet Award)
1996 Legacy: Deep Blue vs. Kasparov
Why were politicians terrified in 1996? Because an IBM computer beat a world chess champion, while most Senators were still struggling to program their VCRs.… Read More »1996 Legacy: Deep Blue vs. Kasparov
1996 Classic: The Glassware
A guy asks, “Why is this beer in a tall, skinny glass?” The bartender says, “It’s on a diet.” Part of the 64 Bar Jokes:… Read More »1996 Classic: The Glassware
1996 Classic: Sheryl Crow
Why was she having “Everyday is a Winding Road”? Because in 1996, soft rock and a good pair of sunglasses were all you needed to… Read More »1996 Classic: Sheryl Crow