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A Close Look at Ticket-Punch Shapes
A teeny-tiny design niche with a near-endless range of possibilities. Plus a new Inconspicuous News Roundup, and more.
Jul 8
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Boundary Issues, Day 5: Follow-Up Roundup!
It’s the fifth and final installment of our weeklong look at territorial borders.
Jun 27
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Paul Lukas
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Boundary Issues, Day 4: The Myth of Border Width
It’s the fourth installment in our weeklong look at territorial borders.
Jun 26
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Paul Lukas
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Boundary Issues, Day 3: State Line Towns and Roads
It’s the third installment in our weeklong look at territorial borders.
Jun 25
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Paul Lukas
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Boundary Issues, Day 2: Border Monuments
It’s the second installment in our weeklong look at territorial borders.
Jun 24
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Paul Lukas
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Is It “Baggage Claim” or “Bag Claim”?
A surprising lack of consistency has arisen at American airports.
Mar 6
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Paul Lukas
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In Praise of Obsessive-Themed Travel Destinations
One person’s monomaniacal pursuit of a niche interest can result in a very entertaining roadside attraction.
Nov 8, 2024
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Paul Lukas
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The Very Strange Exit Signs on the New Jersey Turnpike
An extensive Inconspicuous Consumption investigation into some highly unusual highway sign graphics.
Oct 29, 2024
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Paul Lukas
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An Epic State-by-State Look at Municipality Border Signs
Each state has its own approach to this type of sign. Here’s a rundown, along with commentary, analysis, and background info.
Oct 16, 2024
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Paul Lukas
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Some Thoughts on Driving in Wisconsin
The Badger State’s road culture offers an unusually large number of inconspicuous pleasures for the detail-attentive motorist.
Oct 9, 2024
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Paul Lukas
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U.S. States Bonus Post: State Welcome Signs
Another travel-related topic that deserves a closer lok.
Jul 24, 2024
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Paul Lukas
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What Counts as Truly Having “Been in” a U.S. State?
I’ve visited all 50 of them, at least as I define that experience. Here's what does and doesn’t qualify.
Jul 23, 2024
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Paul Lukas
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