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The Absurd

by Rod and Mel

Comedy Society & Culture

Down Under Self-Checkout, Ellen Greenberg, Half Hangit Maggie & “Bring A Gun!”

We start off this week with a trip down-under to look at the case of a woman who recently passed away as a result of voluntary assisted death. This is such a thought-provoking topic with an opportunity for much discussion. Next, we will look at the bizarre death of Ellen Greenberg and the truly bizarre ruling by the medical examiner who ruled her death a suicide. Mel will then take us back to the early 18th century where a woman named Margaret Dickson was hanged for concealing a pregnancy. But things did not go as planned. Lastly, Rod will tell us of a truly absurd altercation at an east Las Vegas Walmart where a woman failed to mind her own business, which ended up causing the death of her husband.

Mid-Air Check Out, Cyborg Beetle, Alive In The Morgue & 12 Years A-Standing

Starting off this week with a harrowing tale out of Argentina where a flight-instructor decided to bail out on his student pilot. Permanently. Next, Mel will tell us about a bit of technology that sounds right out of a science fiction story. Rod will then tell us about an 18-month-old boy who was pronounced dead but found alive five hours later ... in the morgue. Lastly, we’re off to India where a man who has devoted his life to Shiva shows his reverence by having stood for 12 years.

Micromanaging, Golden Boy, Hungry In Hungary & Nut Shot

We start off this week with a related story to one we did earlier. The man who may hold the world’s record for the smallest penis has started a GoFundMe to improve his situation. Next, we’ll look at the absurd case of “influencer” Connor Murphy, who believed injecting gold gave him “super powers”. Listen to how it worked out for him. Next, a bizarre and macabre story of a man in Hungary who raided graves to fill his … needs. Lastly, we’ll look at yet another ridiculous example of an online influencer engaging in a very dangerous and absurd practice.

Open Heart Botchery, Cosmetic Roulette, Cookie Crumble & Saroo’s Incredible Journey

Starting off this week with an absurd case of medical malpractice that very nearly cost a 12-year-old girl her life. Then Mel will tell us about a Russian woman who learned that cosmetic surgery can go very wrong. Next, Rod gives us a story about a man who was fired from his job with Ford for stealing a cookie. And last, we will learn about the incredible story of a 5-year-old boy who became lost, and how he found his way home.

255 At Seven, “Toxic Lady”, The Unsolved Murder Of Karina Holmer & Mutant Rodents

A recent story involving the sad death of a 7-year-old boy who died from obesity related issues. He weighed 255 pounds! Next we’ll learn about the bizarre case of a woman brought into ER which caused several staff to pass out and suffer medical issues. Then we’ll look at the brutal unsolved murder of Swedish au pair Karina Holmer. Lastly, we’ll learn about how rats and mice in urban areas of North America have mutated to a point where poisons are no longer effective.

My Lai Massacre, Twin Dads, Powderfinger & Springfield Three

Starting off this week with a truly brutal bit of history from the Vietnam War, where a US army unit committed the most barbaric war crimes in US history. Then we’ll look at a woman in Brazil who gave birth to twins … from different fathers. Next, we’ll learn about a woman from the UK with a very bizarre addiction. Lastly, we’ll learn about the bizarre and unsolved disappearance of three women in 1992.

Out In The Outback, Mushroom Magic, Hiking Horror & Crow Bro

Starting off this week with the harrowing tale of Ricky Magee, a man who was waylaid in the Australian outback and faced a truly terrifying ordeal. Next we’ll learn of a truly astounding case in which magic mushrooms were given to a woman with advanced Alzheimer’s. The results are cause for much hope. Mel will then tell us about the sad story of experienced hiker Geraldine Largay, who became lost while hiking in Maine. Lastly, a happy story about a relationship between a BC woman and a crow.

Burnt Snake On A Plane, Falcon Sex Hat, Rosemary Kennedy & Project Graham

Starting off today with a truly absurd legal case brought by a British man against Virgin Airlines after he claims was so badly burned by a hot drink, that he can no longer help conceive a child. Next, we’ll learn about a truly bizarre, but highly effective way to expand the numbers of the Peregrine Falcon. Everyone knows of the Kennedy family. JFK, RFK, and Ted Kennedy, but few know the sad and tragic story of their sister, Rosemary Kennedy. Lastly, we’ll look at an interesting and strange project from Australia which shows what a human capable of surviving serious car accidents would look like.

Boozy Belly, Burger King Doe, Lost In The Woods & Two Of A Kind

Starting off this week with a man who gets drunk without having consumed any alcohol. Next, we’ll look at the bizarre story of Benjamin Kyle, a man found naked and unconscious behind a Burger King. Then we’re off to Portugal where we’ll learn about a truly despicable mom who left her two boys in the forest. Lastly, we’ll meet Krista and Tatiana Hogan, conjoined craniopagus twins, who actually experience first-hand what the other feels or does.

Denis Lortie, Mullet Mania, Monster Mom & Robot Wolf

We’re starting out today’s episode with a bit of Canadian history. Denis Lortie stormed the Quebec legislature, killing and wounding a number of government officers. Next, we’re off to Belgium where we will learn about a competition to choose the best mullet. We will then look at the truly monstrous case of Diane Downs. Lastly, Mel will tell us about a truly frightening yet awesome development in robotics.

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