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Pop, Sizzle, and Celebrate: Today's Quirky Holidays Will Surprise You!

International Tin Can Day

Back in 1825, the first U.S. patent for food canning was granted, and we've been stocking our pantries ever since. Looking for ways to celebrate? Consider donating canned goods to a local charity, or get crafty and turn those empty cans into pencil holders, flower pots, or even an old-school tin can telephone.

National Brew a Potion Day

Feeling a little witchy? Today's the day to concoct something magical—whether it's a creative cocktail or your own version of Love Potion Number Nine.

National Popcorn Day

One of civilization's oldest snacks gets its very own holiday! Popcorn has been around for thousands of years, and there's no wrong way to enjoy it—buttered, plain, or with a dash of spicy seasoning.

Speaking of popcorn, Jerry put the morning crew to the test with two popcorn-themed trivia questions. Think you know your snack facts?

Test your knowledge:

  1. In popcorn industry terminology, a ball-shaped popped kernel is called a "mushroom." But what do they call the more common, irregular-shaped pieces?

A) Atomic

B) Butterfly

C) Cannonball

  1. According to the Meat Loaf song "Two Out of Three Ain't Bad," what is NOT hiding in the bottom of a Cracker Jack box?

A) Coupe de Ville

B) Lamborghini

C) Mercedes-Benz

Watch the video above to see if you can beat the control room and find out the answers!

By: NBC Palm Springs

January 19, 2026

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Pop, Sizzle, and Celebrate: Today's Quirky Holidays Will Surprise You!