The Dark Origins of April Fool’s Day (History No One Can Explain) | Wednesday Wild Card (4/1/26)

At The Mic Show · Apr 2, 2026 · 46m

April Fool’s Day origins aren’t as clear as they seem. The history behind April Fool’s Day is filled with contradictions, missing explanations, and theories that don’t fully add up.On this episode of At The Mic: Wednesday Wild Card, Keith Malinak explores the strange and uncertain history of April Fool’s Day, from early calendar changes to cultural traditions that evolved without a clear origin. What starts as a simple question quickly turns into something deeper.As the conversation unfolds, the focus expands beyond the holiday itself. Keith connects the idea of accepted traditions to broader…