Friday Follies

A road trip so good, it's forgettable. A family road trip is the perfect way to make lasting memories. And in today's Odd News PAC story, a Parisian man certainly made some, although perhaps not the kind his family was hoping for. When a quick pit stop turns into a five-hour ball of confusion, we can only hope the rest of their trip went better. Listen for all the hilarious details. This is just one of many strange-but-true stories we're bringing you this month. Plus, we're celebrating the platinum anniversary of comedy4cast, or PAC for short, by capping off each episode with a classic clip. In this edition, we'll take you back to 2011, where Derrick and Rory discuss Android phones and a whole lot more. It will leave you questioning everything you know about technology. Whether you're curious about a road trip from hell or how many things can fall between other things, this episode has it all. So don't be left behind. Get on board, and let's go!

Host John Bell is back up to bat and cracks out a triple play of funnies with The Temp #15, comedy4cast: The Long Rest, and Tek Diff #223- Back and ready to party!

Finally, a snack that's shockingly good. In this installment of our Odd News series, we're zapping our way back in time to an unforgettable childhood experience. You know the one: that moment you did something your parents would have been horrified by, just to see what would happen. It's a story that involves the creation of a new snack. One that will please your taste buds. Or at least the tip of your tongue. We'll dive into the curious origins of this snack's inspiration and discover the secret behind its electrifying taste. And speaking of things that stand the test of time, we're celebrating our 20th anniversary all month long! For our classic clip this episode, we're rolling back the clock to 2010 for a clip from an episode titled, "Celebrating 5 years of not being featured on iTunes." It was a star-studded affair with fellow podcasting pioneers Brian Ibbott, Dan Klass, and C.C. Chapman bursting in to offer their unique brand of congratulations. It's a chaotic, hilarious look back at a simpler time in podcasting history. So grab your headphones and get ready for a trip down memory lane, whether it's through a shocking new snack or a classic comedy4cast moment.

End of the week laughs! Thank heavens host Clinton brings us The Temp #14, comedy4cast: Currently Trending, and Tek Diff #222-2009 Advent Calendar Supercut 5!

These wolves seem uninterested in marriage. Hello, comedy4cast listeners and odd news enthusiasts! We're back with another installment in our month-long look at strange-but-true stories. This time, we're heading to the ranchlands of the American West, where a surprisingly modern solution is being used to solve a very old problem. When a rancher's cattle are being targeted by wolves, what's a person to do? The U.S. Department of Agriculture has an idea. And a high-tech one at that! This episode dives into the details of this high-flying approach to wildlife management. What's involved? Let's just say that these wolves are about to get an earful. You'll have to listen to find out just what kind of auditory assault these drones are bringing to the battle. After our main story, we're taking a trip back to the archives for our Platinum Anniversary (PAC) clip. This one is from an April 18, 2009 episode and features the one and only Jake Filbuster attempting to give a simple, straightforward commentary on a hot topic: Zombies. Jake has some very strong, very hilarious opinions on the living dead and why they may not be right for today's fast-paced world. Whether you're a long-time listener or this is your first time hearing Jake's unique brand of commentary, it's a classic that's not to be missed. So, click that "play" button and tune in to hear tales of tech and zombies. All in one show!

Raise a glass to laughs! Host Clinton brings the giggles with The Temp #13, comedy4cast: The Scarlett Speaker, and Tek Diff #211- 2009 Advent Calendar Supercut 4!

An emotional slice of life. Today is #PizzaFriday, which means today's Odd News PAC story will cover another bizarre report involving our favorite food. We've all been there. The perfect pizza arrives, a cheesy, glorious beacon of happiness. But what if that slice of joy brought tears instead of a smile? And how is that even possible? We'll take a deep dish dive into a survey that reveals a surprising, and frankly, emotional, side of America's relationship with pizza. This is one pairing that might list its status as 'It's complicated." Find out what the problem is and some cheerful advice on how to patch things up with our pizza pies. Then, to celebrate our Platinum Anniversary (PAC!), we take a trip down comedy4cast memory lane. Today's classic clip is a fan favorite: a look back at some of the many, many corrections and apologies that we have had to make. So grab a slice and join us for a little Odd News and a lot of classic comedy4cast.

Clinton comes to crank up the laughs with Friday Follies! This week it's The Temp #12, comedy4cast: Blue Pizza and Tek Diff #220- 2009 Advent Calendar Supercut 3!

The oddest person in the family. Whether you need a helping hand, a friendly ear, or even just some good advice, members of your own family can sometimes be the best place to turn. However, today’s Odd News story might make you think twice about who you are talking to. It could have you questioning everything you know about your relatives. Learn how the real-life solution to a problem might lead to a shakeup in the family tree. But that's not all. We’re also celebrating 20 years of comedy4cast by playing classic clips from the past two decades. In this episode, we've pulled a sketch from the archives that proves some things never change. First released in 2008, this clip deals with a problem many office workers have struggled with since the invention of the office refrigerator. Guard your lunch and check out a skit that only comedy4cast could deliver. Listen to the episode to learn the full Odd News story and celebrate two decades of comedy with us!

Laughter in a new place! Have you found us in our new home? Clinton brings the laughter with The Temp #11, comedy4cast: Relative, Please, and Tek Diff #219-2009 Advent Calendar Supercut 2

The runaway pooch of Kangaroo Island. Another day, another odd news story. Today we're heading to a remote part of Australia for a true story that defies all expectations. A pet goes missing on Kangaroo Island. That sounds like fun, but it's a place teeming with predators! Oh no! That's where the story could end. Except this is comedy4cast Odd News PAC. We wouldn't bring you this tale if it didn't take a truly bizarre turn. Find out how a single photograph changes everything. Plus, we're celebrating the Platinum Anniversary of comedy4cast (PAC) by bringing back a classic clip from the archives. The theme is especially fitting given today's Odd News story. It's an experiment in corporate-speak that you can still take part in. Listen to the latest episode now to hear the full story of this remarkable runaway pooch and find out which classic clip is getting a revival. You won't believe how this story ends, and you'll definitely want to “dog ear” this episode for a laugh later on! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's May Day! May Day! May Day! Yes, the laughs are that alarming! Host Clinton brings you The Temp #10, comedy4cast: Field Tested Fur, and Tek Diff #218-2009 Advent Calendar Supercut 1! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices