25 Things You Didn't Know Had Special Uses

[@paranoiawilldestroyya3238]

3. Soda cans are filthy, but if they're particularly gross, they can usually be rinsed before opening. On the other hand, I grew up where there was a separate tap for drinking water, and drank out of the hose. I have an immune system that would rival that of a scavenger.

[@MaryAnnMaldonado1994]

Darn straight! Gotta love us Gen Xers!

[@barbarastrayhorn4667]

Same here. Kids aren't allowed to let their immune systems grow any muscle. Maybe that's why everyone's allergic to everything.

[@AmberWool]

@@MaryAnnMaldonado1994 Gen X? Honey, we Baby Boomers drank from the hose long before you were even a thoght.

[@MaryAnnMaldonado1994]

@@AmberWool I know this...never denied it... Love, just keep in mind...you Baby Boomers MADE US Gen Xers! Just saying... 😉🤎🤷‍♀️🧑‍🎄🎅🤶🏋‍♀️

[@seansullivan7928]

Where did you live where hose water was unsafe, some gypsy Slavic dump?

[@richardderuiter4612]

You missed one. On the left side of the steering column of all automobiles is a small lever. It's not just for decoration. It's actually meant to be used to to turn on the flashing lights in the front and back left or right side of your car to let other drivers know you're about to make a turn. They're called blinkers or indicators and that little lever there is the indicator switch. ;-)

[@list25]

BMW owners don't know this trick.

[@curtisthomas-eg4th]

Actually, they're known as directional signals.

[@sandybruce9092]

So many people never seem to use this very useful device! I’ve always called a blinker although I really know the correct words!!! I’d like to smack every single driver that doesn’t use this very important part of their car!

[@jerrodmecca7745]

Foreal! 😂😂😂

[@j.p.6932]

You should have used the ¿ to indicate sarcasm, lol. I initially thought you were referring to the hazard light buttons. I was thinking, “The lever in the side of the steering wheel is to adjust the height of the wheel”.

[@micheledeetlefs6041]

No, the drawer under your oven is NOT a warming drawer. Many manufacturers simply do not intend it to be used this way and have insulation in the oven to prevent heat from reaching this area. You have to read the manufacturers instructions. My oven's instructions, for example, specifically stated it was to be used for pan storage and not for warming purposes.

[@DrDeath-xv8lt]

I thought it was made for women to soak their feet while cooking 😂😂😂

[@cindybogart6062]

You can still buy ovens with a heating unit in that drawer for warming.

[@micheledeetlefs6041]

@@cindybogart6062 My point is that ALL ovens do not have warnings drawers. Not that none of them do.

[@DrDeath-xv8lt]

@@micheledeetlefs6041 sounds like you need soak your feet.

[@debrajones4010]

@@DrDeath-xv8lt😂

[@The_Infamous_Boogyman]

I don't like people assuming I don't know things, especially 25 things, but these always teach me something 👍

[@caseyspeaks6380]

In Canada we wear toques with pom-poms. Toques keep the head and ears warm but doesn't need the pom-pom; beanies only cover the top of the head - and generally had little propellers.

[@danaroy6410]

The Pom poms on winter hats in the north are actually used to wipe off ski goggles, which is why they are on many ski and snowboard companies hats.

[@richewilson6394]

You can lay your utensils across your pots and pans when they're boiling water to disperse the surface tension of your liquid that is boiling so it doesn't boil over. essentially you are popping a bubble before it gets over the edge.

[@alcarey8084]

This doesn't really work.

[@sandybruce9092]

Yes it does work! I was taught that about 1,000 years ago when I was young! We used wooden spoons way back then and it does work!!! Perhaps the person who said it didn’t work wasn’t doing it correctly - you lay the spoon/utensil across the top of the pot!!!!!

[@thenoeticskeptic5819]

I have tried that with wooden, plastic, and steel utensils and have never gotten it to work. I have tried it with the spoon way below the rim of the pot and every other way I could try, all to NO avail.

[@richewilson6394]

@@thenoeticskeptic5819 If nothing else it keeps your utensil clean from touching the counter or the stove top.

[@kellie5476]

I've only just realised this channel is back, nice one! It's almost nostalgic seeing and hearing Mike lol.

[@shannonscoville425]

I just noticed too, I saved all the new ones so I can watch and catch up

[@fenix648]

The wrench you used for number 4 isn't actually a wrench. It is a vice grips.

[@matthewdrummond1340]

I was looking for this comment 🙂

[@dsxa918]

This is a personal favourite trope.

[@andrewvelonis5940]

AND you should NEVER use vice grips on a plastic handle!

[@j.p.6932]

13:25 is the end of a wrench. Mike holds up a pair of nice grips, but the tool shown in the illustration is a wrench.

[@Retsrow-k3w]

A lot of the things he said are not true like he said a car headrest was made to break a window that is not true at all and they're actually not even good at breaking windows So I'm not sure why he added that

[@luvjesus73]

You can use a dryer sheet to clean a broiler pan that is burnt by placing a dryer sheet in the bottom of pan & adding hot water . Let it soak for bout 30 minutes & then get rid of the dryer sheet & wash the pan normally, just be sure to rinse very well or your food will taste like softener

[@janicemabrey5659]

Gonna try this this weekend! Ty!

[@luvjesus73]

@@janicemabrey5659 , let me know if it helps. It works on stainless steel & glass baking dishes

[@maevependragon]

Thank you! I have to try this!!!

[@kizpaws]

That is a good tip, thanks!

[@readerrabbit6690]

I was flabbergasted by the French’s mustard cap. Ran to my fridge and tested it… my whole life flashed before my eyes

[@list25]

You're welcome lol

[@bloodyneptune]

I'm replying to this one my _way_ to my mustard

[@nellywilliams2776]

😂😂😂

[@Retsrow-k3w]

I don't know why he said that whole thing about the car headrest was made to break windows because that's not remotely true at all and actually those don't even break windows Easily So there's a lot of information in here that is Not Researched for more than 5 seconds

[@cristinesplinis5815]

I knew a bunch of these, but you did legit teach me a few new ones. ❤️

[@Retsrow-k3w]

Yeah and a lot of the things that he said is not remotely true at all

[@cristinesplinis5815]

@@Retsrow-k3w 🤷🏼‍♀️it was still fun

[@petenielsen6683]

Many stoves do not even HAVE a warming drawer. And in older stoves the drawer is only for storing pots and pans since the drawer stays cold no matter what temperature the oven is set for, so in order to know if it IS a warming drawer you have to check the owner's manual or try to keep your food warm and see if it works.

[@caseyspeaks6380]

Yhr true downfall of modern society is the failure to read the instructions before proceeding.

[@bostonrailfan2427]

it’s probably just old models that had the pilot light on 24/7 ready for use, likely also a leftover from when broilers were on the bottom not top of the oven…everything in the past 20-30 years if not longer has been storage space not warming

[@4mySweetheart369]

@@bostonrailfan2427 Yes, I agree. I grew up with an oven that had a broiler on the bottom. Lots of yummy steaks were cooked by my mom using that method. I was shocked when I grew up and got my own place and realized that ovens no longer were made that way. Sad, really.

[@texx07]

​@@bostonrailfan2427 my oven is new.its a broiler

[@bostonrailfan2427]

@@texx07 i doubt it’s as new as you claim but whatever

[@pamelasabados3627]

My husband and I were both today years old when we found out that handles of most screwdrivers are made that way to allow use of a wrench to provide torque. 🤯🤯

[@mrthiefy]

like many of these hidden 'secrets' in this video the screwdriver was meant so that you could bloody grip the thing. it just so happens that the perfect size wrench can also grip the bloody thing. just like how a spaghetti spoon has a hole in it to let the water out. and if it's the exact perfect size hole then you can use it to measure spaghetti. there is no way in hell that is what it was designed for.

[@robertgonzalez9116]

The two holes on the bottom of converse all stars are for drainage. Some boots have the same holes.

[@DanandDonna1]

One other gem.... If you have a pot of spaghetti or what ever that is about to boil over, simply place a wooden spoon across the top of the pot. It will stop the bubbles and water from floating over the top.

[@Thestargazer56]

On our first gas cook stove, the bottom drawer was used as a broiler or toaster.

[@newshodgepodge6329]

Back in the day that drawer beneath the oven used to do more than just "warm" your food. That used to be where the broiler was.

[@j.p.6932]

The broiler pan is still kept down there when delivered. I think that’s why most people think it’s for storage.

[@MNTNSTARZ80.]

Pot handles are NOT designed to put utensils through, they're purpose is to keep your hands safe. Putting utensils through the handles is asking for a fire. Plastic utensils melt and wooden ones just catch on fire, especially gas burners.

[@j.p.6932]

He’s not talking about the actual handle. Some pots come with an extra lip/slot.

[@blaze556922]

The metallic mesh on a microwave completes what is called a faraday cage. It's the same reason someone dressed in a mesh suits can interact with electricity because it is surrounding them instead of penetrating them

[@mrthiefy]

or to simplify your statement the microwaves are too big to fit between the mesh in the window of your microwave. so you can stand in front of it all you want and be safe. think about it what they sell a product that would kill you if you stood in front of it?

[@sgood1692]

I LOVE when you do lists like these!! Also, so glad you all are back. We missed you Mike! Lists are a part of bedtime every night! 😊❤

[@SwiftpawWolffox]

Despite how often I make spaghetti I did not know about the hole in the spoon, I thought it was just to drain water out when you scoop the noodles. Thanks Mike!

[@jillsand7554]

25 reasons to love Mike!!!❤

[@app103]

If you have a screwdriver with a hole that runs through the top of the handle, from one side to the other, that's for inserting a 2nd screwdriver, to give you more torque.

[@j.p.6932]

Always thought that was to hang it on a peg board

[@cynthiakeller5954]

I haven't seen you guys in forever. You were one of my favorite useless info channels. So glad you're back Mike and Tristan!

[@echognomecal6742]

A laundry basket & a hamper are 2 different things. Hopefully, the basket is what clean laundry is put into. If it's still warm from the dryer or hanging, the holes are useful in dissipating heat, I suppose. It's probably also more flexible & lighter for carrying. The hamper, generally a closed container for dirty laundry, has holes/spaces for the reason he says.

[@grandpasquishy2708]

The small pocket on the right front pocket on jeans is for a pocket watch.

[@HalfdeadRider]

Everyone knows it's a Johnny (Condom) pocket ffs! 🤣🤣

[@joannewilson1162]

I love this channel because I love interesting facts like this. Another great interesting list!!🎉

[@medionlvr]

number 8. I'm "bottle caps had cork disks as gaskets" old.

[@Musicswagg86]

The chuck Taylor's with the wholes on the side are just for air flow not lacing

[@JudyR112]

We don't have the Oyster Pails in Canada. I remember when I was really young and we ordered Chinese for the first time and I was so upset that it didn't come how it was on TV.

[@paranoiawilldestroyya3238]

I decided to express my thanks today by subscribing to your channel.

[@ravent2631]

Some of the bottom drawers on ovens are simply storage. Or in our case, storage and dust collection.

[@nicholastychek0813]

you learn something new everyday thanks mike 😁

[@list25]

You're welcome!

[@mikmik9034]

Holes in hampers make the hamper dandy for repurposing for Trash bags, as removal of the trash bag is much easier. No vacuum is created thus making it easier to pull the filled bag from the container. STAPLERS, before they were invented, a straight pin was used to hold papers together, thus the setting of Pin Mode where the staple is "straightened". The curved back on itself is a safety mode.

[@KimberlyKMitchell]

Thank you your Channel updates are very helpful with the fun of it..God bless you Brother

[@baire702]

Great video! Thanks for posting! Welcome back. I missed both of you.

[@Mr.Blister1960]

This video is far more interesting than the current non-sense conversations availed to us all. Thank you.

[@laurendoe168]

Laundry basket holes - they also make the basket lighter without losing structural integrity. I don't know if it helps the air flow - cloth over a hole does a pretty good job of stopping air.

[@retrozetti]

Two quick mentions… 1) Though the word “pom pom” has been “dumbed down” in recent history, to the point it’s now used 50%+ of the time, and accepted beyond colloquial English… it’s historically (correctly) spelled “pompon.” Yes, one word, no space nor hyphen, and ending with an “n.” 2) Those genius tabs you push in to hold in place rolls of foil & plastic wrap… I’ve personally tried relying on them multiple times, only to always have it end in tears and cussing. In short, they’re worthless & useless. However, in closing, you guys ROCK!!!

[@j.p.6932]

The tabs don’t really hold the roll in place very well, but they do help to keep it from flying out when you pull on it. Although I still keep a firm hand on the lid every time.

[@davidrobertson3930]

I'm so glad you're back! I believe a lot of your content could be used in schools and make some learning FUN.

[@BronxLockPicker60Rodriguez]

Awesome video, Mike!

[@blessedveteran]

Thank you.

[@marylhere]

I remove the headrests in the back seat and store them like a lumbar cushion. Vision out the back window is much more clear.

[@pinbi7]

margins on books are also great for taking notes and it can be pretty hard to read inside the seem of a book, even to this day the common website design has tabulation so the text doesn't start right at the edge of the screen

[@edmawhinney3564]

Happy Thanksgiving Mike and everyone else @ List25

[@list25]

You too, Ed!

[@brianarbenz1329]

Great vid, Mike! I learned a lot of useful things.

[@Retsrow-k3w]

Great Video even though 20% of the stuff was completely inaccurate It had no basis in reality. Did you know steel toe boots were originally made to kill squirrels And then he just shows a video of a guy stomping on a squirrel like no just because you can use it for something doesn't mean that's what it was originally created for big difference

[@ultimatespiderman9962]

Another great list Mike with list 25 keep it up Go Lightning ⚡

[@teleiosdawyz4044]

7:36 That's not a spaghetti spoon. That's a back scratcher. 😉

[@theeclectic2919]

For me, it's both.

[@SandyDiVa]

I legit never knew the mustard one! But warning…be gentle (or maybe i got a defective one). I instantly broke the small, plastic mechanism the first time i tried it 😂 The part that sticks up made a crunch noise as the tip of it broke off. Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍽🥧

[@echognomecal6742]

oh nooooo...

[@purplealice]

When my landlord provided a replacement for the refrigerator that was ruined by Sandy, I had to re-hang the door because of the shape of my kitchen.

[@denisebledsoe8836]

Life is good when I get a notification from list 25!.

[@baire702]

Please do not use WD-40as a lubricant. It isn't a lubricant. WD stands for water displacement. This eventually will evaporate but love a film. The film can gum up your inner mechanics. Always use Tri-Flow. Great product!

[@spankynater4242]

I’ve used WD-40 forever, and I’ve never had an issue.

[@Retsrow-k3w]

Yeah there's a lot of information in this video that is incredibly inaccurate. But this is a guy that gets his information for his videos from other people that make KZbin videos that have done 0 research

[@MNTNSTARZ80.]

Jeans used to have rivets in the crotch seam because that's a stress point when riding horses. The rivets were removed because cowboys would stand close to the fire to cook or warm up and the rivets got really hot. Poor guys were burning their package. So manufacturers removed them, came up with sturdier seams

[@Retsrow-k3w]

That is not remotely true at all and you've obviously never worn jeans while being around a campfire. They do not get hot what are you standing 5" from the fire

[@MNTNSTARZ80.]

@@Retsrow-k3w yes I have many times, riding horses out on the range. When it's cooler outside you squat near the fire to get warm or if you're cooking. Not using modern equipment just a fire. 😅 I have a couple male friends who go commando and didn't think they were too close to the fire yet ended up with a nice red zipper imprint on their package. Both said it hurt like heLL when they took a shower.

[@Retsrow-k3w]

Okay I agree with pretty much everything you said but tell your male friends Use at least boxers. But basically what I was saying is if you're wearing pants like that and you're standing near a fire it's not going to bother you especially if you're wearing underwear lol. God I miss Riding

[@Retsrow-k3w]

I'm wearing pants like that right now and I've never had them get That Hot, they're made out of brass You'd have to be standing within 2' of the fire for them To get so hot to the point of burning you

[@Retsrow-k3w]

I'm sorry for my previous comment I was being ignorant. But if you're not standing right on the fire it's not an issue Just saying

[@fortyfour6626]

You Sir have the best beanie ever made! Judging by the weather here right now it’s actually functional and cool!

[@j.p.6932]

What about the caps on Rx pill bottles? If they’re tiered (and extra circle on top) and not completely level, you’ll notice you can flip them upside down and use them as screw (or even pop) tops rather than having to push down and turn every time. I thought it was common knowledge, but saw it listed in a life hack video, and even on TV.

[@JohnJacksonJohnson]

Another is the hole in the handle on pots: yes, it allows for hanging, but it's also for putting rounded spoon handles through at 45° angles: let's say you have a liquid ingredient like gravy, soup, or sauce. Where do you put the spoon so it's NOT in there the whole time, but yet so it's also convenient to use for stirring? It's also for hygiene: stirring spoons get dirty the second you set them down and you don't want a bunch of debris to get introduced. The angle works with gravity so you're NOT potentially contaminating food.

[@robloxislandsbyfeathersong]

Guess you didn't make it to the end of the video, huh? lol

[@Miker-z1h]

4-closed end wrench works best… 3-if you just leave the tab pulled up when you open it, then it will hold your straw tightly so it’s not bouncing around. Very handy if you’re driving…

[@kjaubrey4816]

If you lay your motorcycle down at 65 mph and go sliding down the road, those little copper rivets can become hot enough to give you a second degree burn and leave you with a cool scar.

[@wmdkitty]

McFlurry spoons are nice, thick, and grippable.

[@paranoiawilldestroyya3238]

And I knew this because I have watched them make McFlurries.

[@AudreyC379]

Always learning something on this channel. Happy Thanksgiving everyone! 🥧🦃🍽️

[@lewisbrodnax7898]

I used to work in a plumbing and remodeling company ( as t tile setter) and one of our customers was a man who had been a part of the creation for that 2nd hole in a sink or bathtub. That was the beginning of modern sanitary plumbing. I don't recall the year, but it was t mid 20's to early 30's, when a massive cholera outbreak hit Chicago. He was in the city engineering department and was there when they found that it had been caused when a nurse in the infectious diseases ward had left dirty bed pans in a sink w/ the water running. when t water mains had a pressure drop, That had sucked contaminated water BACK into the water mains. Aterwards, Chicago building codes required all faucets to be 1" above any waste water, and all sinks+/ or tubs to have that 2nd hole to prevent contamination of potable water again. Also the city installed anti- siphoning valves between the main and supply pipeline systems. FYI

[@curtisthomas-eg4th]

The Roman's had these 2,000 years ago.

[@baire702]

WD-40 is not a lubricant. It is a water displacement. Thus the WD. And the 40 is this is the 40th try they did to develop this product. If you want to mention a great lubricant, say Tri-Flow. Absolutely awesome lubricant.

[@mrthiefy]

lithium grease wins

[@ritalowrie1296]

Yeah I read it somewhere that the 40 is the 40th try that actually worked.

[@CybeleCotter]

So Mike, you're back to List25? Glad to see you!

[@list25]

I am!

[@Retsrow-k3w]

You do realize at least 20% of everything he said is not even remotely close to being true. Just do 5 seconds of research he obviously did not

[@charlescolemansr-pq3ig]

I always watch list 25 I learn a lot from your videos

[@DanandDonna1]

Back in the 1950's, bottle caps had cork inside of them. When we were done with the drink, we would take the cork out of the inside of the cap and put the cap on the outside of our shirt and put the cork inside of where the cap was on the shirt. I don't know why. We just did. LOL

[@ruthjames715]

I remember doing that too.

[@sandybruce9092]

I do remember the cork but not what you used to do with it! I spent most of my life in Phoenix and I swear so ma y if these “fads” or whatever they were never made it out that far🥴🥴🥴👍👍. So ma y people didn’t even realize that NM and AZ are real states!!!

[@maevependragon]

I knew about the McDs hack but learning about condiment cups was eye-opening!

[@kca_randy]

This was awesome. Glad you came back Mike .

[@RondaOptional]

OMGosh! I got SO excited about the plastic wrap tabs!!!!

[@GaryAa56]

Not a mini wrench Mike, those are mini vice grip.

[@bostonrailfan2427]

the elevator door keys are held by emergency services and maintenance workers, they’re intended specifically for rescue and access few have reason to know or use rhem

[@LavenderLydia]

The warming drawer USED to be true, but it hasn't been for decades.

[@Rickety3263]

2:43 “Butt mustard can get messy”

[@Rubix003]

He he he, Butt Mustard.

[@breemorrison901]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Pittsburgh_Sports_365]

Bro I'm so happy to see "The List" Again

[@kylekirkparick426]

The tab on sodas or beer cans is also amazing at holding a cigarette if you don't turn the tab around. It's like the straw, where it's barely useful, but if you forget about the cigarette, at least you aren't burning a random surface / starting a fire or lighting the butts in an ashtray on fire.

[@mikemcgown6362]

The only one of these I never knew was the hole in the elevator door. I guess that's because I don't have elevators to use every day. The rest are just common sense, except for maybe the McDonald's serving box. I guess that one I didn't know was because I don't eat McDonald's food. Maybe I just have a knack to figure things out with things I use. Thanks for sharing to the unknowing.

[@pattycake8272]

The elevator door has a key hole and the the cover for the refrigerator screws on the door, got me even though I knew the refrigerator one I just thought you were talking about the cover.

[@roshawnda97]

Happy Thanksgiving Mike and list 25 staff love this video enjoy your day 🌹🌹❤️❤️

[@list25]

You as well!

[@pbhop8479]

Great information Mike! Look up Erkie...I know the guys who invented it🙂 Paul

[@AwkwardHistory]

Only knew six of theses. The holes in the Converse Chucks have never made sense. They still don’t, really, but at least I have an explanation… 🎉

[@susanbissell6319]

I would have liked to see the Converse shoes laced.

[@j.p.6932]

Exactly. Without showing how the can be used I say they’re for ventilation, lol.

[@Retsrow-k3w]

Well a good percentage of these are not true at all So there's a reason you only got 6 of them The headrest thing not true at all the WD40 thing not true at all

[@AwkwardHistory]

@@Retsrow-k3w True that!

[@janicemabrey5659]

Mike to the rivets: Thanks, little dudes! I appreciate you. Adorable. Love it. 🤣

[@riversider681]

Learned as a kid not to lean against a car if you wear jeans. those rivets are hell on the paint job.

[@TheNewAccount2008]

The last one is interesting, and apparently a US thing... In Austria those drawers don't get warm at all (as the ovens are fairly well insulated) and are there only because the oven needs thicker wooden support struts to stand on and some downward space for the lid. (At least that's what the carpenter who made my kitchen told me...)

[@barbaratreick4784]

I am in the USA and my oven drawer does not heat up.

[@app103]

I'm in the US and the drawer on mine is for the broiler (not a warmer).

[@sandybruce9092]

I’m also in the US and always used the drawer for storage of things that never seem to fit in a cabinet - large cookie sheets, etc. I thought that was what they were for😄

[@mrthiefy]

most ovens that drawer is only for storage. it does not even get warm one bit. as for people who call it for broiling, that is at the top of the inside of the range. the bake element is at the bottom of the inside of the range. heat goes up. in order for that drawer to get warm it would need an element inside of it which some newer ranges have but older ones do not.

[@bloodyneptune]

I've learned a _surprising_ amount here today

[@SusanNessles]

Love your videos.

[@list25]

I'm glad you enjoy them! I love making them! LoL

[@ahronrichards9611]

I'll definitely try to remember the car headrest one. Thanks Mike and Happy Thanksgiving.

[@cynthiakeller5954]

I removed my headrest. I'm 4'11 and the headrest kept my head at an odd angle.

[@phantom444e]

Ever try to remove a car headrest while you are in the car? Not so easy on many models and I have yet to see this mentioned in any owners manual. It would probably work, but I doubt it was designed with that use in mind, same as several other things on this list.

[@cecilioveamoi9455]

U can actually use a soda can tab to pour a perfect low head drink to a glass. Just keep the tab out and as you are pouring, use the tab to hold the can in place and you will have a low head beverage...

[@patticampana9458]

Great video 👍. The McDonald's thing works if you only get a small fry , ant bigger,yeah. They'll spill.

[@theupliftchannel]

What’s sad is that I knew almost every single one of these. The mind that I have for useless knowledge is infinite! Lol

[@kristophersingleton7483]

The oven door got me lol

[@mordeys]

Mike when did you come back!!!! I left list 25 after you guys were gone. Just had you come up in our feed again.

[@list25]

September!

[@wolfecharles5702]

Have to add my two cents from the older generation. Not all Americans call them beenies, that's a rather modern term. A lot of us used to call them toboggans (and we still do even though the younger generation gets confused sometimes). Yes, just like the sled.

[@robloxislandsbyfeathersong]

I must live in a really weird area of the U.S. Here we simply call them winter hats or just hats. lol

[@spankynater4242]

I’m pretty old, and I called them poof ball caps.

[@cynthiakeller5954]

I haven't heard those called toboggans in forever. I'm from Texas and I only heard people from up north call them that. We called them beanies.

[@marcysikes]

I call them sock hats with or without the Pom Pom. I was born in 1950. Taught my boys to call them sock hats.

[@scottrobinson9334]

I was going to mention this. I think that’s now a regional thing bc when I was out west everyone didn’t know what I was talking about. Then a friend of mine told me they usually call them ski hats. I’m from the south and have always called them toboggans

[@Rubix003]

Mike, you came back and I started getting notifications for this channel again... weird.

[@list25]

Welcome back

[@nolegirl4god]

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[@jonathanrojas257]

My biggest "people do it wrong" is when people use a veggie knife to trim hunks of meat. Then proceeded to use the thinner meat knife for cutting veggies. If you notice the big veggie knife is designed for more rocking with a front back motion. Meat trimming...well I use 4 knives. Small pairing knife (silver skin), fillet knife (trim hard to reach fat), standard straight knife ( bigger trimming/portioning) And, the 4th is the cleaver (disjointing)....almost never use might I add.

[@alwaysflushinpublic]

Beanies? Never We say toboggan. We also call them unnecessary as it is usually 3-6 years between snow events and the snow....is less than 1/4 inch and melts within 6 hrs.

[@nathanjohnwade2289]

We don't get oyster pails in Australia, we just have clear take away containers.

[@keithkearns93]

You are correct but we did have them years ago. My first Chinese take-away came in one and after that meal I never saw another one. 1960’s

[@drbluzer]

The "STAY TAB" on soda cans replaced the old "pull tabs" because people on the beach would unknowingly step on them barefooted and be injured by them being half-buried in the sand . Some people would put the pull tabs into the can and unwittingly swallow them . The "STAY TAB" then became universal usage from then on .

[@Thestargazer56]

Remember that Jimmy Buffet sad "... Blew out my flip-flop. Stepped on a pop-top..." Margaritaville

[@danmongin7999]

I always thought the handles on the side of the pots or so you could pick them up and not get burned but if you want to put a wooden stick in there go for it man

[@list25]

Right, hence why the title is SPECIAL USES. Yes they are, ya know, handles, but they have that other use.

[@butterbeanqueen8148]

A lot of handles get hot and can’t be used to lift the pot.

[@RosheenQuynh]

Some of these I knew already! 😄

[@CTrunde]

Mike, microwave radiation from a microwave oven is not harmful to humans in the sense that, say, UV radiation is. It is non-ionizing. You get lots of MW radiation all around you, especially where radar is aimed at you, such as those speed indicator signs. It won’t harm you. Exception: If you put your head near an unshielded microwave oven to look in, you could get facial or eyeball burns; cataracts at the minimum. THAT is why the shielding is there.

[@texx07]

its screws with pace makers

[@isaiahpero7837]

Fun Fact: That little pocket in your jeans built next to your front right pocket of most jeans was meant to put your paycheck in AFTER you pay taxes.

[@blackdandelion5549]

Do you mean the very small pocket in the right front pocket of your jeans? It was actually for pocket watches. Before anyone wore them on their wrists you needed a place to store them in your pants as even people who wore jeans and worked needed to know what time it was. That is why the pocket was so small, but easily accessible and built in for everyday purpose. From 1879 the 5 pocket jeans advertised by Levi's Strauss included that small pocket you are referring to named a fob pocket and was considered to be the smartphone pocket of it's day. It was used for pocket watches. Per Levi's Jean Co. It was originally called a "watch pocket" and the "fob" or watch leash would attach to a man's belt by clip. In it's original form in the early 1800's it was solely a watch pocket until the jeans were started to be worn by more and more men in other professions such as cowboys, miners, factory workers, etc. and the pocket was then used for other things and referred to by other names such as frontier pocket, condom pocket, coin pocket, match pocket and ticket pocket.

[@sandybruce9092]

Yes! It was for a pocket watch!

[@christinecunningham8503]

In the South we call these hats “toboggans.” Whether they have pin poms or not. FYI.

[@jonasusedtobeabiz]

By the way. The hole in spaghetti spoons are not always the same size and often it's not even a single hole. The purpose is DRAINAGE, but if you find the hole exactly big or small enough for your personal preference in portion size, well... Good for you then!

[@dotar9586]

In the stock "cooking spaghetti" footage @ 7:34, the spoon is slotted.