July 13, 2026 - The Most Famous Sign in the World Was an Advertisement

Monday, July 13th, 2026 — Today is National Beans ‘n’ Franks Day, and today’s stories prove that some of history’s biggest icons began in the most ordinary ways.In this episode, we trace the search for the source of the mighty Mississippi River… discover why the Hollywood Sign was originally built to sell real estate… and revisit the unforgettable night when New York City suddenly lost power.Plus, a birthday tribute to Harrison Ford, whose journey to movie stardom began with a carpenter’s toolbox instead of a film set.Some legends are planned.Others happen by accident.