David and Meredith react to a jaw-dropping story out of Austin, Texas, where a routine estate sale purchase turned into a dangerous discovery. What started as a collection of World War II memorabilia quickly escalated when the buyer opened a box and found a live, active grenade among the items. The pair discuss how close the situation could have come to tragedy, especially with curious kids or unsuspecting collectors handling the explosives, and marvel at the fact that bomb squads ultimately recovered five decades-old grenades from the estate. Along the way, they ponder the unexpected risks hidden inside estate sale treasures, question whether doing the right thing comes with a costly bill from local authorities, and explore why stories like this keep bargain hunters coming back for more. Sometimes, what’s tucked away in an old box is far more shocking than valuable.

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Spooky season may be over, but this has horror movie written all over it!

Dive into a bizarre public health warning out of Portland, Oregon, where residents are being cautioned about rats climbing into toilets as cooler temperatures drive the rodents indoors. David reacts to the county's surprisingly detailed rat-removal advice, including an eyebrow-raising recommendation involving dish soap and a quick flush, while questioning just how many people must be reporting toilet rats for officials to launch a social media campaign.

The conversation takes an even stranger turn when listeners share their own bathroom horror stories. One caller compares Portland's rat problem to snakes emerging from toilets in Florida, while another recalls a childhood encounter with a frog that came up through a septic system and delivered the scare of a lifetime. From rodents to reptiles to amphibians, this episode explores the unsettling question nobody else in media is asking: What's the weirdest thing you've ever found crawling out of your toilet? Expect laughs, listener stories, and plenty of reasons to check under the lid before you sit down.

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David and Meredith put listeners' guessing skills to the test in a lively round of "Fill in the Blank." The challenge: a Detroit man spent more than 10 years assembling an astonishing 11,578-pound mystery object that ultimately earned a Guinness World Record. Callers and texters weigh in with creative guesses ranging from boats to giant Lego creations before one listener correctly identifies the record-breaking creation: a massive rubber band ball.

After the big reveal, the hosts share the incredible backstory behind the project, including how it started during a doctor's office wait and grew into a decade-long obsession. They also discuss the logistical challenge of moving and officially weighing the enormous rubber band ball, complete with cranes, a semi-trailer, and a trip into the Guinness World Records books. It's a fun, feel-good episode filled with audience participation, surprising trivia, and a celebration of one man's uniquely elastic achievement.

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Can potato chips really taste like Thanksgiving or even Christmas dinner? In this taste test episode, David and Meredith crack open two limited-edition Lay's holiday-season chip flavors: Holiday Turkey and Cheddar Scalloped Potatoes. They've learned over the years that meat-flavored chips can be a risky proposition, so expectations were cautiously low. But were they pleasantly surprised?

Join D&M as they break down the flavors, debate whether the turkey chips actually taste like turkey, and discover which holiday-inspired snack deserves a spot at the table. From stuffing and gravy notes to creamy cheddar potato goodness, D&M rate both chips and crown a winner. 

Spoiler: One of these chips definitely earned a second helping.

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Can you pronounce these words correctly? Don't worry, neither can they! In this laugh-filled episode, David puts Meredith to the test with a flash card challenge featuring some of the most commonly mispronounced words in America, according to a recent study. From Worcestershire and gyro to Porsche, GIF, and even tricky Irish names like Aoife and Saoirse, the duo compares pronunciations, shares personal stories, and discovers that some words spark debates no matter how they're said.

Along the way, listeners weigh in with their own creative pronunciations, including a memorable alternative to Worcestershire sauce that might just stick. The conversation also dives into why certain words trip people up, regional differences in pronunciation, and whether the creator of GIF gets the final say on how it's pronounced.

Whether you're a language lover, a grammar nerd, or someone who's spent years avoiding a word because you're afraid to say it out loud, this episode proves that everyone has a few pronunciation blind spots. Welcome back to the show's unofficial role as your favorite mispronunciation station.

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What’s the most ridiculous workplace rule you’ve ever followed?

From being required to commute to an empty office just to spend the day on Zoom calls, to losing a desk trash can because of someone else’s rule violation, David and Meredith dive into some of the most absurd workplace policies people have experienced. Listeners share stories of being sent home for wearing the wrong socks, being limited to company-logo-colored desk decorations, and even being told they couldn't use the word "but" in conversation.

D&M swap their own experiences, debate which rules are the most outrageous, and ask you: what's the strangest, most pointless rule you've ever had to follow at work? Get ready to laugh, cringe, and maybe feel a little better about your own office policies.

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Big money and even bigger comebacks headline this episode as David and Meredith celebrate two legendary female music icons making waves in very different ways. First, they dive into the astonishing $13 million publishing deal for an unpublished memoir from the late Dolly Parton, sparking a bidding war and proving that her legacy continues to captivate audiences around the world.

Then, D&M turn to Celine Dion’s triumphant return to the spotlight. After years away due to Stiff Person Syndrome, the superstar singer stunned fans with a wildly successful Paris residency, selling more than half a million tickets and grossing an incredible $125 million across just 16 shows. They discuss the emotional significance of her comeback, the viral moments that had fans in tears, and what’s next as she gears up for another residency.

From record-breaking book deals to inspiring comeback stories, this episode shines a spotlight on the enduring power, resilience, and influence of two of music’s most beloved women.

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Sometimes the most baffling crimes aren't about money, revenge, or even a good getaway plan. In this episode, David and Meredith break down a truly head-scratching "stupid criminal" story involving a 25-year-old Colorado man who allegedly broke into a Popeyes restaurant in St. Petersburg, Florida... not to rob it, but to play employee.

According to police, the intoxicated suspect set up a camera, put on a headset, pretended to take drive-thru orders, typed imaginary requests into the system, and held conversations with customers who didn't exist. His only reported theft? A bottle of water. Now, what may have started as a bizarre late-night stunt could result in serious legal consequences, including a felony charge carrying potential prison time.

Was it a failed social media prank? A drunken impulse gone wildly wrong? Meredith and David try to make sense of one of the strangest break-in stories they've ever heard and agree on one thing: this weird news item may be the dumbest criminal story yet.

Tune in for laughs, disbelief, and a reminder that sometimes reality is stranger than fiction.

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Could you survive a horror movie? In this laugh-out-loud episode just in time for Halloween spooky season, David and Meredith dive into the classic mistakes that get people eliminated first in scary movies. From investigating mysterious noises outside to wandering into dark basements with broken lights, they break down the worst horror movie decisions and debate the best survival strategies.

Would you stick with the group, or follow Meredith’s controversial plan of letting everyone else outrun the villain first? Plus, the duo reacts to a viral horror movie challenge, shares their own instincts in a slasher-film scenario, and reveals why you should probably never go hiking with Meredith when danger is nearby.

Packed with horror movie hot takes, playful banter, and survival tips that may or may not save your life, this episode is a scream from start to finish.

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