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Bible Fact #69: Pope Francis Was the First Pope From the Americas
Pope Francis, elected in 2013, was the first pope to take the name Francis and the first pope from the Americas in the church’s history.
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Wizard of Oz Fact #75: The Emerald City Glasses Were a Clever Illusion
In the book, citizens of the Emerald City wear green‑tinted glasses to make everything appear emerald. The film kept the idea symbolically by giving the Wizard’s guards and attendants distinctive eyewear. This subtle nod to Baum’s original concept helped maintain the whimsical logic of Oz while adapting it for the screen.
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Source: Parade
Horde Monster Fact #69: Krampus Is Santa's Dark Companion
Krampus, a horned, demonic figure from Alpine folklore, accompanies St. Nicholas to punish badly behaved children, serving as the dark counterpart to Christmas gift-giving.
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Wizard of Oz Fact #74: The Muppets Used Practical Puppetry for Toto
In ‘The Muppets’ Wizard of Oz,’ Toto is portrayed by Pepe the King Prawn, who performs the role with his usual comedic flair. The choice to replace the dog with a Muppet allowed for more expressive reactions and meta‑humor throughout the film.
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Source: The Muppets’ Wizard of Oz (2005)
Bible Fact #68: White Smoke Signals a New Pope
Papal conclaves, the process of electing a new pope, involve cardinals sequestered until a decision is reached, with white smoke traditionally signaling that a new pope has been chosen.
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Horde Monster Fact #68: The Boogeyman Exists in Nearly Every Culture
The boogeyman isn’t tied to one specific tradition. Nearly every country has its own version of a vague, shapeless figure used to frighten children into good behavior.
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Horde Monster Fact #67: The Minotaur Lived in a Labyrinth
The Minotaur of Greek mythology, half-man and half-bull, was said to be confined within a labyrinth built by the craftsman Daedalus on the island of Crete.
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Wizard of Oz Fact #73: The Woozy Could Shoot Fire from Its Eyes
In ‘The Patchwork Girl of Oz,’ the Woozy is a box‑shaped creature capable of shooting fire when angered. Despite its intimidating ability, it is gentle and loyal to its friends.
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Source: The Patchwork Girl of Oz (1913)