Zack Kotzer

Culture

How a Canadian rock band predicted Superman’s death

31 years later, Crash Test Dummies lead singer Brad Roberts reflects on his prophetic lyrics — and everything that came after.

By Zack Kotzer
Innovation

46 years ago, one video game innovation modernized the industry — and traumatized a generation of gamers

The cartridge may seem like a bygone era to all but Switch owners, but it was an important step in bringing game variety to home units.

By Zack Kotzer
Hot stuff

The strange origins of Sonic the Hedgehog's obsession with chili dogs

What about chili dogs screams “hedgehog,” anyway?

By Zack Kotzer