stackyFACTSThe entire senior citizen gambling demographic relies on a linguistic blunder. The game originally used dried beans as markers, sensibly earning the moniker 'Beano'. That is, until a highly excited player accidentally shrieked 'Bingo!' instead, and a savvy toy salesman instantly trademarked the slip of the tongue.
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