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That‘s Absurd

ABSURD PRODUCTIONS

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That‘s Absurd is a round table conversation among friends about all the crazy and absurd foolishness that takes place on this planet we live on. A Podcast built on friendship
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Ridiculous Crime

iHeartPodcasts

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True Crime is more than blood, guts, mayhem, and murder. Zaron Burnett and Elizabeth Dutton share outlandish tales of capers, heists, and cons that shine a light on the absurd and outrageous side of criminality. Always 99% murder-free and 100% ridiculous, this is Ridiculous Crime, a podcast by iHeartRadio.
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Two-time Peabody Award-winning comedian and noted IBS sufferer Hasan Minhaj sits down with the biggest names in politics, culture, and tech with questions that are as thought-provoking as they are absurd. Never deferential but always respectful, Hasan approaches his guests with a genuine curiosity in the hope that talking points can be left at the door. Each episode is a curated exchange tailored to each guest’s background. It’s a dumb show for curious people who are looking for answers but ...
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Cancel Me, Daddy

Katelyn Burns, Christine Grimaldi, Flytrap Media

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The pearl clutching about “cancel culture” and “censorship” has become louder and more absurd while also getting more and more play in the media. Journalists Katelyn Burns and Christine Grimaldi see this panic for what it is though: a grift. They take a closer look at these temper tantrums, dispelling myths, laughing at the most outrageous takes, and shedding light on which perspectives are actually being suppressed and left out of the conversation. You can join our community and support our ...
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Half-Arsed History

Riley Knight

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Half-Arsed History's first book, History's Strangest Deaths, is now available: https://www.booktopia.com.au/history-s-strangest-deaths-riley-knight/book/9781761472589.html Welcome along to Half-Arsed History! It's a weekly podcast highlighting absurd and entertaining stories from history. Three times a week, it helps host Riley Knight feel as though his useless history degree has some kind of real-world relevance. Get in touch: [email protected] Support the show on Patreon: https:// ...
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Catalyst Corner

Catalyst Creations

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Join Evan From Catalyst Creations, Jim from JimF0123Art and Paul from Partially Proficient as they talk about absurd topics from every corner of Pop - Culture. Lean in to the absurdity!
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Oops All Segments

Oops All Segments

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Hosts Thomas and Kevin navigate their way through absurd challenges, silly trivia, and curious conundrums while letting the segment wheel (and the audience) decide what comes next.
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Where we celebrate the passion and the madness of the Geek, the Nerd, and often the Absurd. Each episode will be a different topic such as Saturday morning cartoons or Superheroes, favorite books, debates on absurd issues, movies and lesser known historical people and events.
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Starting 1st January 2025, and every day after, join Mungo at Dan’s chaotic café as they serve up a fresh slice of datepie! Packed with absurd national holidays, rich layers of historical drama, and a zesty sprinkle of deathdays—all tied to the day’s date—it’s a feast of irrelevance that truly has something for no one.
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Cirque Du Sirois

Team Having Fun, LLC

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The most wheels-off show in DFW radio history is back! Mike Sirois, Cash Sirois and Danny Balis return to melt faces and have a damn fun time. Insane discussions, interactive games, parody songs, sports chat, special guests, bits, drinks, the works. Everything that was fun about the weekend at our previous, previous station, we’re bringing back times 10.
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Former NFL player Chris Long, co-host Macon, teammate Beau Allen, and Nate 'Dr. Fax' Collins, bring you an expert look at all things NFL & a novice look at everything else. Featuring interviews with the biggest names in sports & entertainment, occasional digressions into the absurd, and frequent lapses in judgment. Join the Locals at Green Light!
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A dive into the weird, the absurd, and the questions nobody asks. History, society, and life get dissected, roasted, and sometimes just stared at in disbelief. Dark humor, sarcasm, and chaos included. Survive the ride, and maybe you’ll see the world a little differently.
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A podcast about Inside No 9, by two people who just wanted to find a podcast about Inside No 9. But they couldn't. So they started one in the hope that it will inspire someone else to do something better. Steve and Andy discuss the shows and you are invited to listen along, episode by episode (of both the TV show and the podcast).
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Talkbox with Rich Fulcher is a weekly comedy podcast where actor, writer, and comedian Rich Fulcher (The Mighty Boosh, Snuff Box, Drunk History & Rick and Morty) sits down with artists, oddballs, and brilliant minds for unfiltered conversations, absurd tangents, and unexpected insights. Each episode blends comedy, interviews, storytelling, and improvisation, capturing the weird and wonderful chaos of real human connection. From deep chats to wild detours, nothing is off-limits—except maybe d ...
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This podcast explores the wonderful, difficult, and absurd realities of being human. We aim to give good faith analysis of current events, philosophy and religion, contemporary scientific research, our struggles with existence, and anything else we find helpful or fun.
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Into Your Head

Neal O'Carroll

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Neal O’Carroll spins hilarious offbeat humour monologues fueled by untethered imagination, generic energy drinks and a uniquely absurd twist on Irish wit and dry humour in a completely improvised stream of consciousness one man comedy cast.
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Join Matt and Lucas as they bring their gaggles of friends on wacky, dark, joyful and agonizing adventures in a whole host of Tabletop Roleplaying games. The Legendary Bucket Adventures is an actual play podcast with a focus on indie TTRPGs, the absurd and the grimly compelling.
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RIPPER

LCC Connect

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RIPPER = Random + Interview + Point of View + Preview + Entertainment + Review/Revisit. Yes, it’s a lot—and that’s the fun of it. Hosted by Teri-Denise (aka Teden) Brown, this eclectic podcast dives into social topics, community stories, and offbeat adventures that blur the line between serious and slightly absurd. Along the way, RIPPER spotlights artists, performers, and fresh voices—keeping listeners curious, entertained, and always a little surprised.
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Tran’s Talk

Robin Tran

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Comedian Robin Tran thinks that it’s absurd when comedians call themselves “modern day philosophers” unless she’s talking about herself. Listen as Robin gives her insights about the world and takes you through the recesses of her brain by talking at length about topics that aren’t fit for the stage.
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Transatlantic Perspective

Ivo Ivanov and Neil Rasmussen

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In an absurd predicament, a Bulgarian barbarian and a Kansan from Massachusetts broadcast from the very middle of the United States providing unique angles to everything that matters to nuclear scientists, tortured existentialists, and vagabonds all over the world. (Produced and sound engineered by Neil Rasmussen. Music by OddCrew)
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Each week we dive into the weird, wild, and wonderful corners of history, culture, and everyday life all while embracing the chaos of being a millennial in today's world. From bizarre events you won't believe actually happened, to the kind of absurd conversations only your group chat could inspire, we're here to laugh, rant, and maybe even learn a thing or two.
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StanLand

The Sonar Network

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StanLand is a five-part satirical audio series featuring Rhea Seehorn, Bobby Moynihan, Steve Little, Timm Sharp, Jon Hamm, John Waters, and more. When cynical podcaster Melanie Hughes (Rhea Seehorn) vanishes without a trace, the only clue is her abandoned recorder, discovered by the side of a road in Poolesville, Maryland. What’s on the tape? A story that begins with a dusty Ikea wardrobe… and ends in a magical realm slowly being swallowed up by fast food chains, retail shopping, and vape st ...
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Grumble Goat

Mat Labotka & Veronique Hurley

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A comedic grumbling of mundane trivialities. Mat Labotka and Veronique Hurley grumble through life’s little pet peeves. Do you hate gum? Have you ever thought about it? You probably hate gum without even realizing it. Follow Mat’s absurd infuriation down the rabbit-hole into frustration, while Veronique’s buoyant optimism keeps us afloat… of the Grumble Goat.
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Bharatiya Junta Podcast

The Bharatiya Junta Podcast

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This is a quirky, liberal take on all that's farcical, absurd and depressing in 'New India'. From cricket to science, entertainment to politics, the old Indians take on the new Indian narrative. Listen to some hard-hitting but mostly sane take on the happenings from Aryavrat.
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Hello you cunts! Join two sharp witted, foul mouthed Middlesex lads with a passion for video games as they discuss the latest video game news, hilariously abuse their guests, and exchange absurd titbits in this controversial, flabbergasting, non PC, relatively new podcast.
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NOBODY LIKES ONIONS

Pantswise Media Network

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For over FIFTEEN YEARS, Nobody Likes Onions has been making audiences laugh at the absurd, the obvious, and the wrong. Comedian Patrick Melton, along with other entertainers from around the world, gather around microphones three times a week to present their unique observations and opinions about current events, pop culture, and real-world experiences in their personal lives.
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Cool Parents (Not a Parenting Podcast!)

Curtis Charles and Justy Boy

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We're not parents, we're just a couple silly boys in a rock-n-roll band called Cool Parents. If you dig flawless comedy that's objectively "hysterical," this show is for you. If you want advice on how to be a mama or a pep pep, you should still listen to this show, but also see a licensed professional.
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The Today-ISH Show

James Li and Dani Love

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Introducing Today-ish — hosted by James Li and Dani Love — Together, they go where the mainstream won’t. A live show bringing you the truth about current events, pop culture, conspiracy theories, the news, and the absurd theater of celebrity and politics — nothing’s off-limits. Tune in for amazing conversations and interviews with people we find interesting. Support us on Patreon and become a founding member!
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Like Boromir said, "It is a gift! Let us use it against them!" The internet has been taken over by #lofi girls, so we commissioned an artist to turn Julian and Trace into our own #lofigirl for the holidays! (Is it a lofi girl? are we lofi guys? We're honestly not sure. Either way, we did it!!) We love you all! Thanks for making 2025 such an amazing…
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Megyn Kelly is joined by Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon, and Andrew Walworth, RealClearPolitics Hosts, to discuss Time Magazine's "Person of the Year" being named AI and the "architects" of AI, why Charlie Kirk deserved the title, Candace Owens’ feud with Turning Point, CEO Erika Kirk’s forceful response for the first time to Candace, how the debate right …
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Welcome back to another wild episode of That’s Absurd Podcast, where we break down the most outrageous stories in politics, hip-hop, pop culture, and sports — with unfiltered opinions, real debates, and plenty of laughs. Each week, the crew dives into: The craziest headlines Trending social media debates Hip-hop beefs & industry drama Celebrity cha…
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Start 2026 right and subscribe to Spot On now: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spot-on-with-link-lauren/id1812663737 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RPHR4jKTJqkruxJjn6kzn?si=954974315d3848bf YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spotonwithlink?sub_confirmation=1 Link Lauren breaks down Minnesota’s ongoing daycare fraud allegations,…
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The end of the regular season has come and the fellas are looking high and low for a responsible bet. The Chicago Bears have revenge on their mind against the Detroit Lions. The New England Patriots are lining up for another blowout victory. The Buccaneers and Seahawks are great picks as favorites. And then the fellas go head to head on a couple be…
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Megyn Kelly spends the episode answering viewer and listener questions about the challenges the Trump administration has faced in meeting its deportation goals, the real story with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the rise and dangers of radical Islam in America, what she's been reading on faith this year, her father and raising kids, her dogs, her favorite d…
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Neal staunchly defends the business practices of J. Wellington Wimpy, eplains why your dog would prefer you didn’t drink from puddles, uncovers parallels between The Truman Show (1998) and Elvis Presley, looks at parking arrangements on car ferries, reveals his childhood cordory trouser hack and discusses full length front car seats, emperors getti…
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Football with playoff implications in 2026. The Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers do battle to see who will be the NFC South's representative in the NFL Playoffs. Carolina wins and their in but Tampa needs a win and a Saints win over the Falcons to head to the postseason. Then the Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers play to determine …
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Crime Week continues as Megyn Kelly is joined by Sarma Melngailis, author of "The Girl with the Duck Tattoo," to discuss what the Netflix "documentary" "Bad Vegan" gets right and wrong about her story, why "con artists" target well-educated and sophisticated women, how the man at the center of the story worked his way into her life, the way the man…
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The best part of espionage is the spycraft, the cool gadgets and codes often disguised as everyday objects. Some look like lipstick, others like umbrellas. And then there are the ones that are a bit riskier because they're smaller and easier to misplace. Coins. Talkin' about coins. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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For Part 2 https://www.patreon.com/TheEndPod Pick up SOLOMON! The new pandemic era comedy/horror book out by Shaner! BOOK AND NEW MERCH AVAILABLE AT THE LINK BELOW http://p9p0bf-vc.myshopify.com Follow us on social media https://www.instagram.com/shanercobbedy/ https://www.instagram.com/theendcast/ https://www.instagram.com/goodboy_comedy/ https://…
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Joel David Hamkins is a mathematician and philosopher specializing in set theory, the foundations of mathematics, and the nature of infinity, and he’s the #1 highest-rated user on MathOverflow. He is also the author of several books, including Proof and the Art of Mathematics and Lectures on the Philosophy of Mathematics. And he has a great blog ca…
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Crime Week continues, as Megyn Kelly is joined by private investigator Steve Ridge to discuss the mysterious Jodi Huisentruit disappearance 30 years ago, Huisentruit's background as a local news anchor, the circumstances of her last night, potential suspects for who could have abducted Huisentruit, why John Vansice was never ruled out as a suspect,…
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We cut it VERY CLOSE this year, but it wouldn't be a year of What The Folklore without us dipping in to another chapter of The Journey West. Thanks to Dave, Jayson, Matt and Melissa for all joining in on this one, and Thank YOU for listening to another year of this show. See you all in 2026! Music used was "Auld Lang Syne Instrumental Jazz", provid…
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Rich is joined by comedian, clown and theatre-maker Elf Lyons. They talk about Elfonomics — Elf’s podcast with her economist dad — covering price mechanisms, AI and money, getting nude in works of art, Rich’s own on-stage experiences, improv game flashbacks, and a surprising conversation about egg donation and space exploration. A fast, funny and g…
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From quizzing Neil DeGrasse Tyson to interrupting Ken Burns—and even getting Dr. Becky to wrestle Hasan’s iPad away from him—we’re revisiting the wildest, cringiest, and most unhinged moments of Hasan Minhaj Doesn’t Know Season 2. Thanks so much for listening to Hasan Minhaj Doesn’t Know. If you haven’t yet, now is a great time to subscribe to Lemo…
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Hello friends, and welcome to the last episodeof 2025 on Bharatiya Junta Podcast. As we stand at the edge of another year, I wanted to take amoment to speak with you, as one person trying to make sense of these times to another doing the same. Firstly, happy new year and for most part that is all I have to say to you, hope you have a good one. You …
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Changes are coming to Half-Arsed History in 2026! Some positive, some negative - here is the TL;DL: • There will now only be two episodes released each week: the usual full-length episode and a new series called This Week in History, replacing QAH • I'm pulling back a little bit to try to bring my unsustainable workload back under control, reduce b…
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The final episode before a well-earned break takes us to a New Year’s Eve dinner at the Ingunandon, Crystal Palace, as the year closes where it began: talking nonsense with purpose. We reflect on a full year of daily episodes, unexpected stories, strange history, and the relentless grind of turning up every single day. Mungo delivers the usual bori…
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This week on The Stacks, in part one (0:00-1:30:41), we talk about Al Adamson's horror/sci-fi patchwork Horror of the Blood Monsters, in addition to the sixth episode of American Horror Story season 1 ("Piggy Piggy") and furry-casting Silent Night Deadly Night. In part two (1:30:43-2:24:34) we talk in shorter form about 7ish features, beginning wit…
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Megyn Kelly is joined for Crime Week by Maureen Callahan, host of "The Nerve" and author of the book "American Predator," to talk about her reporting on the serial killer Israel Keyes, why the FBI originally cooperated with her book on Keyes but then suddenly stopped, the shocking story behind the "final victim" of Keyes Samantha in Alaska, how Key…
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When World War II broke out, the biggest star in the world planned to sit it out. But as Fate would have it, events conspired to motivate Clark Gable AKA the "King of Hollywood" to enlist and go fight the Nazis. This was a big bummer for his #1 German fan, Der Fuhrer, AKA Adolf Hitler. But just like his wife Carole Lombard had hoped, Clark Gable di…
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Rachel Maddow hosts a special conversation with guests from her "Burn Order" podcast, live from the Orpheum Theater in Los Angeles to discuss the fight against the race-based incarceration of Japanese-Americans during World War II and how lessons from that episode in American history apply today. Want more of Rachel? Check out the "Rachel Maddow Pr…
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Grigori Rasputin’s rise from Siberian mystic to royal powerbroker is explored as we trace how he gained influence over Russia’s last imperial family. This episode covers his reputation for healing, rumours of excess and manipulation, repeated assassination attempts, and the violent night that finally ended his grip on the Romanovs. A factual look a…
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The 2025 NFL season is 17 weeks old and with the playoffs right around the corner, a few playoff seedings and spots are still up for grabs. The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Chicago Bears in an offensive shootout to keep their hopes of the NFC's #1 seed alive. Brock Purdy and Caleb Williams traded punches throughout Sunday evening until the 49er…
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Megyn Kelly is joined by Peter Tragos, the "Lawyer You Know" on YouTube, to talk about the full backstory to the Karen Read story, what the prosecution alleged and how the defense made their case, what made the various trials so compelling, the significance of confusion over internet searches in the Karen Read trials, the questions about the tailli…
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Michael Schumacher’s devastating skiing accident is revisited as we look at what happened in the French Alps in 2013, the severity of his head injuries, and how the crash abruptly ended one of the greatest careers in Formula One history. This episode covers the immediate aftermath, the medical response, the intense privacy surrounding his recovery,…
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Chris Long reacts to the 1 and 4 pm games from the NFL's Week 17 slate. The game of the week, which lived up to it's billing, was the Eagles-Bills game from Buffalo. The Philadelphia Eagle defense held the Buffalo Bills to their lowest point total this season. Josh Allen led Buffalo down the field for a touchdown drive but missed the throw on the 2…
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Send us a text In this nostalgic episode of “What’s Shakin With Shaner,” host Shakin Shaner and sidekick Psycho Bob the Cat invite listeners to relive the golden age of Saturday morning cartoons with a deep dive into the classic animated series, “Underdog.” Joined by special guest Will, a returning friend and U.S. Navy veteran, the conversation exp…
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A bizarre case of 12 chickens found dead takes a strange scientific turn when the frozen bodies appeared to breathe fire. This episode explains what actually happened, how gases produced during decomposition can ignite, why freezing preserved the effect, and how the incident spread as a viral mystery. A grounded look at the science behind one of th…
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In this special bonus episode, Doug Brunt, author of "The Lost Empire of Emanuel Nobel," joins to talk about his new book, how it's actually book two of a trilogy, how fonts are an important small way to make a point and connect with people, what a healthy marriage looks like, why laughter with family is key to happiness, and more. Brunt- https://d…
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Mehmet Ali Ağca’s attempted assassination of Pope John Paul II is examined as we trace how the Turkish gunman opened fire in Vatican City in 1981. This episode looks at Ağca’s background, claims of militant training, the shooting in St Peter’s Square, and the international investigations that followed. A factual breakdown of one of the most shockin…
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Chris, Macon and Stanford Steve pick their best bets from the NFL's Week 17 slate. Plenty to choose from, big and tight lines both. The fellas love the 49ers to cover against the Chicago Bears in a battle that could determine the NFC's #1 seed. The Packers to win, the Bills team total and the Patriots to cover are all picks the fellas liked. As wel…
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Start 2026 right by subscribing to MK True Crime: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mk-true-crime/id1829831499 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4o80I2RSC2NvY51TIaKkJW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MKTrueCrime?sub_confirmation=1 Social: http://mktruecrime.com/ MK True Crime contributors Phil Holloway, Ashleigh Merchant, and Dave…
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For Part 2 https://www.patreon.com/TheEndPod Pick up SOLOMON! The new pandemic era comedy/horror book out by Shaner! BOOK AND NEW MERCH AVAILABLE AT THE LINK BELOW http://p9p0bf-vc.myshopify.com Follow us on social media https://www.instagram.com/shanercobbedy/ https://www.instagram.com/theendcast/ https://www.instagram.com/goodboy_comedy/ https://…
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There are a thousand podcasts you can listen to. This one listens back. And this week, we’re here to tell you about it. Alive with Steve Burns continues the conversation you began all those years ago. Back then it was letters and numbers and graham crackers. Now it’s death, sex, taxes, and all the big, messy questions of being alive. Why does money…
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On this special Christmas episode of Todayish, James and Dani unpack the various crazy events from 2025 starting from the New Orleans and Vegas attacks on New Years Day, to Jeff Bezos' All Women Spaceflight, to a journalist being "accidentally" added to a classified group chat, and all the rest of the bizarre things that happened this year. Chapter…
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Boxing Day gets unpacked properly as we explore where the name actually comes from, the history behind the “boxes” of charity and gifts, and how the day evolved from Victorian Britain into a modern mix of traditions. This episode covers classic Boxing Day customs, from sporting fixtures to leftovers and sales, and why the day still sits so oddly be…
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