On The Fly

In this episode: The "Doctor" Who Never Was — A Return to the World of Seuss. Let’s take a trip back to March 2, 2022.  I was four years younger, significantly more naïve, and I made the mistake of asking an innocent question that—somehow—still echoes through the halls of pediatric offices everywhere:  Where exactly did the name Dr. Seuss come from? Because if we pause for even a moment, the whole thing is absurd. At some point, we collectively decided to accept moral guidance, life advice, and the occasional existential gut‑punch from a man whose résumé included oversized footwear, gravity‑defying cats, and an aggressive campaign to convince us that green ham was not only edible, but desirable. No white coat. No stethoscope. No medical board.  Just rhymes.  This wasn’t really a question about a title. It was a question about authority—and how easily we accept it when it comes wrapped in whimsy and ends with a couplet. Theodor Seuss Geisel was born in Springfield, M...

In this episode - The Summer Solstice . . . Ah, the Summer Solstice, a celestial delight; Let me explain, dear listener, with all my might. In the realm of astronomy, it's a significant day, When the sun reaches its highest display . It occurs once a year, in the month of June, When the Earth tilts, oh, what a boon! You see, our planet, it tilts on its axis so, Leaning towards the sun, what a marvelous show. On this special occasion, the Northern Hemisphere, Basks in the glory of daylight so clear . The Summer Solstice brings the longest day, With sunlight extending in a splendid display. Oh, the sun rises early and lingers late, Spreading its golden rays, just wait! The sky awakens with a vivid hue, And paints the world with a vibrant view. The warmth embraces both land and sea, Inviting all creatures to roam and be free. But do not fret dear Southern Hemisphere, For the Winter Solstice brings its cheer. While the North enjoys the sun's loving rays, The South finds beauty i...