#american-culture

#american-culture

Pro wrestling is storytelling. It has good guys (babyfaces) and bad guys (heels) and in-between guys (most wrestlers). It has archetypally compelling scenarios: little man fights big man; battered underdog finds wild reserve of pugnacity; old-timer staggers out for one last contest; preening overlord humiliates all, et cetera.

"It's just amazing, the whole environment. The weather is hot, it's like vacation in Sweden, it's so much colder [there]. But I really enjoy it here."

The rise of car culture transformed roadside diners into essential pit stops, where neon signs illuminated America's highways, reflecting a post-war era of optimism and mobility.

Garbage disposals under sinks feel like a uniquely American thing. They are available to purchase here, but I've never met anyone who has one.

"Carl Jung left us with a surprisingly practical guide on how to achieve happiness, built upon five essential pillars crucial for a fulfilling life."

Johnson's obsession with health led him to extreme dietary practices, focusing almost exclusively on raw meat, particularly from various bovine organs, as a means to achieve personal strength and health.

Cold ones were a major motif throughout the game, not just because bars, clubs, and other fixtures of Vice City nightlife are important locations.

"It's music about losing your mind but not wanting to, about trying to come back."

Americans are captivated by the allure of quick wealth, with over $100 billion spent annually on lottery tickets reflecting a deep-rooted desire to hit it big.

Ranching is fundamental to American identity, with rural properties cropping up for centuries across all 50 states, but most now are concentrated on the Western side.

Shane is a meditation on American masculinity post-World War II, depicting a real man as someone who protects the innocent and exhibits integrity.

The idea of eating alone divides American diners. Some swear by it, while others avoid it at all costs.

Franklin’s notion that a house is not just a dwelling but a space filled with warmth and spirit resonates today, especially in a culturally vibrant venue.

Amway would become the load-bearing beam of my mother's existence for the next four decades.