In episode nine of "Weird with a Side of Bacon," hosts Trevor, Stephanie, and Misty share bizarre and hilarious stories, from the origins and rules of the eccentric endurance sport "ferret legging" to wedding cake heists to worst ways to quit your job. The trio’s playful banter covers everything from animal antics to bodily functions, all with their signature mix of irreverent humor and curiosity. Listeners are treated to quirky facts, personal anecdotes, and plenty of laughs, making this episode a wild ride through the world of the weird.

Meet the Hosts & Show Format (00:00:51) Trevor, Stephanie, and Misty introduce themselves and their podcast roles.

Weird Daycare Story: Oreos & Orange Juice (00:02:01) Trevor shares a story about a misbehaving daycare kid.

Reddit Story: Birthday Proposal Hijack (00:05:00) Stephanie reads a Reddit story about a girlfriend hijacking her boyfriend’s birthday dinner to propose to herself.

Fish Doorbell: Utrecht’s Fish-Friendly Lock (00:12:39) Trevor introduces the “fish doorbell” in Utrecht, Netherlands.

News Story: Man Cuts Off Fingers to Quit Job (00:19:47) Misty shares a news article about a shy man in India who cuts off four fingers to avoid telling his boss he wants to quit.

Reddit Story: Wedding Cake Heist (00:28:52) Stephanie reads a Reddit story about a mother trying to steal her daughter’s wedding cake.

Ferret Legging: The Bizarre Endurance Sport (00:38:02) Trevor explains the strange sport of ferret legging, where men put ferrets in their pants to see who lasts longest.

Pooping for Brain Power: Triathlete Study (00:49:46) Misty shares a study suggesting that pooping before a cognitive test improves performance in triathletes.

Final Bacon Ratings & Outro (00:54:53) Hosts give final ratings, wrap up the episode, and share contact info and social media plugs.

In episode eight of "Weird with a Side of Bacon," hosts Trevor, Stephanie, and Misty dive into bizarre history, social media oddities, and strange news. Trevor shares a dark tale about a Chinese emperor’s deadly flight experiments using prisoners, while Stephanie recounts a disturbing story of a woman discovering her boyfriend was secretly selling her used personal items to friends. The episode also covers the shocking case of the world’s youngest mother, a five-year-old girl from Peru. With their signature humor and candid banter, the hosts rate each story’s weirdness and reflect on the unsettling, hilarious, and downright strange.

Meet the Hosts & Bacon Rating System (00:00:51)

Trevor, Misty, and Stephanie introduce themselves and explain the "bacon rating" for story weirdness.

Weird History: Emperor Gao Yang’s Flight Experiments (00:02:39)

Trevor tells the story of Emperor Gao Yang using prisoners to test flight inventions in ancient China.

Weird News: The Banana Phobia Minister (00:12:36)

Misty shares a story about a Swedish minister with a banana phobia, leading to fruit bans at events.

Weird Social Media: Armpit Pics & Trash Fetish (00:19:56)

Stephanie reads a Reddit story about a woman discovering her boyfriend sold her armpit pics and trash.

Weird History: Youngest Mother Ever, At Age 5! (00:39:01)

Trevor tells the story of Lina Medina, the youngest person to give birth at age five in 1939 Peru.

Weird Amazon Review: Hair Dryer or something else? (00:51:37)

Stephanie shares a funny Amazon review about a very strange hair dryer.

Outro & Contact Info (00:58:13)

The hosts thank listeners, share social media and email info, and sign off with their catchphrase.

In this episode of "Weird with a Side of Bacon," hosts Trevor, Stephanie, and Misty plunge headfirst into the deep-fried grease trap of bizarre news and history. They tackle a Reddit saga about a bride’s wedding dress disaster (spoiler: tantrums and mother-in-law meltdowns abound), marvel at a man who decided the best way to declutter was to drop off nearly a thousand mice at an animal shelter (because apparently, “take a mouse, leave a mouse” is a thing now), and recount the time British witches tried to hex Hitler with a “cone of power” ritual—because nothing says “down with fascism” like synchronized chanting in pointy hats. The hosts volley snarky banter, question the questionable logic behind these oddball events, and rate their weirdness on a scale from “mildly odd” to “call the exorcist.” All the while, they spotlight the hilarity and head-scratching absurdity lurking in life’s strangest stories.

Podcast Introduction & Roles (00:00:01) Hosts introduce the podcast, warn about adult content, and explain their roles.

Reddit Wedding Dress Story (00:02:09) Stephanie presents a Reddit story about a bride, her fiancé, and a controlling mother-in-law over a wedding dress.

Weird Fact: London’s Death Ray Skyscraper (00:15:44) Trevor shares a story about a London skyscraper that melts cars and causes wind downdrafts.

Weird News: 1,000 Rodents Surrendered (00:24:05) Misty reports on a man surrendering nearly 1,000 mice to a New Hampshire animal shelter.

Weird Craigslist Missed Connections (00:31:22) Stephanie shares and discusses several odd Craigslist missed connections and creative service ads.

Weird History: Sabrina the Teenage Witch vs. Hitler (00:40:09) Trevor tells a story about British witches allegedly casting a spell to stop Hitler during WWII.

Weird Local News: Van Falls Through Ice During Food Delivery (00:52:11) Misty shares a local Wisconsin story about a food delivery van falling through lake ice.

Podcast Outro & Social Media Plugs (00:57:59) Hosts thank listeners, promote their social media, and wrap up the episode.

In this episode of "Weird with a Side of Bacon," hosts Trevor, Misty, and Stephanie explore the bizarre 1904 Olympic marathon, featuring wild mishaps like cheating, dehydration, and a runner chased by dogs. The trio also discusses a Reddit story about a couple planning two separate weddings, sparking a humorous debate about modern relationships. And why not bring it all together with discussing a crown made out of human ribs and a $100,000 vase from Gooodwill. With lively banter and quirky insights, the hosts blend history, social media oddities, and personal opinions, delivering an entertaining mix of weird news and witty commentary. Listeners are encouraged to join the fun and share their own strange stories for future episodes.

Meet the Hosts & Show Format (00:00:51) Hosts introduce themselves, explain their segments, and describe the bacon rating system.

Weird Personal Experience: Catnado Movie (00:01:47) Hosts share their experience watching the micro-budget film "Catnado" and discuss its weirdness.

Weird News: Rib Removal for a Crown (00:06:22) Misty reports on a trans woman who had ribs removed to make a crown, sparking discussion.

Weird Hollywood Facts: Ryan Gosling & Terminator (00:11:47) Trevor shares odd Hollywood facts about Ryan Gosling’s casting and Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Terminator pay.

Weird Social Media: Single Life Rant (00:19:01) Stephanie reads a Craigslist rant from an older man about the benefits of single life and avoiding women.

Weird News: $3.99 Goodwill Vase Sells for $100,000 (00:26:12) Misty tells the story of a thrift store vase bought for $3.99 and sold for over $100,000.

Weird History: 1904 Olympic Marathon Disaster (00:30:48) Trevor recounts the bizarre and chaotic 1904 Olympic marathon, including cheating, dehydration, and wild dogs.

Weird Social Media: His and Hers Weddings (00:49:03) Stephanie shares a Reddit post about a couple having separate "his and hers" weddings, leading to group commentary.

Podcast Wrap-Up & Outro (00:58:25) Hosts thank listeners, share social media links, and encourage feedback and subscriptions.

In this episode of "The Weird with a Side of Bacon," hosts Trevor, Stephanie, and Misty serve up a sizzling platter of bizarre and hilarious stories. Trevor kicks things off by revealing his kids’ avant-garde approach to puzzle sorting—think chaos theory meets missing corner pieces—before diving into the bulletproof (literally) origin story of the Kevlar vest. Misty brings us the breaking news on Japan’s most wanted: a kleptomaniac weasel with a serious shoe fetish. Meanwhile, Stephanie scrolls through the wildest corners of social media and shares neighbor tales that make you grateful for privacy fences. The trio wraps things up with a spirited debate over a French landlord’s eviction tactics that are only slightly less dramatic than a soap opera. With witty banter, questionable life advice, and a sprinkle of historical trivia, the hosts turn life’s weirdest moments into a laugh-out-loud adventure.

**Meet the Hosts (00:00:51)**

Trevor, Stephanie, and Misty introduce themselves and reveal their favorite weird obsessions—because therapy is expensive.

**Weird Personal Story: The Woke Puzzle (00:01:31)**

Trevor recounts his kids organizing a cat puzzle by scarf color to avoid being “racist.” Spoiler: the cats are still judging them.

**Weird History: The Kevlar Pizza Guy (00:04:06)**

Trevor tells the tale of Richard Davis, the pizza guy who invented the Kevlar vest after being shot. Because nothing says “customer service” like surviving a gunfight with extra cheese.

**Weird News: The Shoe-Stealing Weasel (00:12:43)**

Misty shares the saga of a weasel stealing shoes from a Japanese kindergarten. The hosts debate if the weasel is building a tiny Foot Locker.

**Weird Social Media: Psycho Neighbor Story (00:22:44)**

Stephanie reads a Reddit tale about a neighbor with more red flags than a bullfighting arena, and the couple who keeps letting him back in—because who needs boundaries?

**Weird History: George Bush Sr. Bans Broccoli (00:31:00)**

Trevor shares how President George H.W. Bush banned broccoli from Air Force One, sparking a nationwide vegetable identity crisis.

**Weird News: French Landlord Removes Doors & Windows (00:38:10)**

Misty tells of a French landlord who tries to evict tenants by removing doors and windows. The hosts wonder if he’s auditioning for “Extreme Home Makeover: Villain Edition.”

**Weird Dating: The Insulting First Date (00:49:18)**

Stephanie shares a Reddit dating disaster where the guy insults the woman all night. The hosts wonder if he’s single or just auditioning for “America’s Next Top Douchebag.”

**Podcast Outro & Call for Listener Stories (00:56:56)**

The hosts thank listeners, beg for five-star ratings, and request your weirdest stories—bonus points if they involve weasels or broccoli.

**End Credits & Musical Outro (00:58:56)**

Closing music and a sign-off so playful, even the weasel would stick around for the encore.

In this episode of the "Weird with a Side of Bacon" podcast, hosts Trevor, Misty, and Stephanie dive into a series of bizarre and humorous stories. Misty kicks off with a strange grocery store encounter involving unattended kids in a cart. Stephanie shares a Reddit tale about an entitled restaurant customer, while Trevor discusses a Harvard book bound in human skin. The hosts also cover a peculiar news story about a woman charged with arson after siphoning gas while smoking. And why not add in a strange story about a woman's haunted dolls collection. The episode is filled with laughter, quirky banter, and a "bacon rating" system to judge the weirdness of each story.

Host Introductions (00:00:51)

Trevor introduces the hosts and their focus on weird news, history, and social media.

Weird Grocery Store Encounter (00:02:24)

Misty shares a story about two unattended kids in a shopping cart.

Stephanie's Restaurant Story (00:05:16)

Stephanie recounts a strange encounter with an impatient customer at a restaurant.

Trevor's Human Skin Book Story (00:13:11)

Trevor introduces a bizarre story about a book bound in human skin at Harvard.

Weird News Introduction (00:25:49)

Misty introduces a weird news story about a woman charged with arson after siphoning gas while smoking.

Haunted Doll Collection (00:30:56)

Stephanie introduces a Reddit story about a cousin obsessed with haunted dolls and her eccentric lifestyle.

Historical Tale of Hans Steiner (00:41:47)

Trevor shares a bizarre historical account of Hans Steiner, the mayor with the world's longest beard.

Ambulance Incident (00:47:32)

Introduction to a news story about an ambulance hitting a cyclist.

Closing Remarks (00:57:02)

Hosts encourage listeners to subscribe and share their weird stories.

In this uproarious episode of "Weird with a Side of Bacon," our dynamic trio—Trevor, Misty, and Stephanie—serve up a sizzling platter of hilarity and oddities. Trevor kicks things off with a side-splitting tale of grocery store shenanigans. Next, Misty cranks up the weirdness with a couple in Australia, whose passionate escapades in a train station causes flooding in not one, but two stations! Trevor discusses the historical significance of Lewis and Clarks feces. Yes, it’s a real thing. The hosts also discuss the health benefits of Fireball Whiskey and watermelons. Stephanie wraps up the episode with a gem from the depths of Reddit—a wedding tale so awkward it could make a rom-com blush. Throughout the episode, the hosts expertly blend humor, weirdness, and razor-sharp commentary, leaving listeners in stitches and eagerly awaiting the next serving of "Weird with a Side of Bacon."

Introduction to the Podcast (00:00:01)

Overview of the podcast's theme and content, including a warning about adult themes.

Hosts Introduction (00:00:51)

Trevor introduces the hosts and their respective topics for the episode.

Personal Grocery Shopping Story (00:01:46)

The hosts share a humorous experience of being waved through a grocery store exit without a receipt check.

Bizarre News Story Introduction (00:06:50)

Misty introduces a strange news story about a couple causing flooding in train stations.

Reddit Wedding Story Introduction (00:12:23)

Stephanie introduces a Reddit story about an awkward wedding moment involving karaoke.

The Truth is in the Pudding (00:21:44)

Discussion about how researchers trace the Lewis and Clark expedition through their feces.

Fireball Flow's Story (00:34:47)

Sharing a bizarre news story about a 106-year-old woman who credits her longevity to Fireball whiskey.

Big Melons Cause Boners (00:44:44)

Discussion on watermelon containing citrulline, which may have similar effects to Viagra.

Bonus Story: The Grading Scale (00:49:37)

Explanation of why the grading scale changed from E to F in schools.

Closing Remarks (00:52:19)

Hosts encourage listeners to subscribe, provide feedback, and share ideas for future episodes.

In this episode of "Weird with a Side of Bacon," hosts Trevor, Stephanie, and Misty dive into bizarre and humorous stories. They kick off with a quirky debate about sock matching and a relationship "performance review" gone wrong. Trevor shares a true crime story about Richard Klinkhammer, who wrote a book on killing spouses while his wife was missing, only to be later found guilty of her murder. Misty discusses a ridiculous insurance scam involving fake bear attacks using a costume. The episode wraps up with Stephanie's Reddit tale of a family using a dishwasher to clean a cat litter scoop, sparking disgust and laughter.

Trevor introduces the hosts and the podcast's focus on weird topics.

Stephanie shares a strange experience involving a hazard warning card sent by her ex.

Introduction of a unique rating system for weird news stories using bacon strips.

Trevor begins a story about a drowning at a pool party in New Orleans in 1985 attended by lifeguards celebrating a summer without drownings.

Misty introduces a story about an emotional support alligator named Wally.

Performance Review Revelation (00:23:03)

A partner suggests a performance review for their relationship, leading to humorous reactions.

Murder Confession and Book Title (00:32:20)

The husband writes a book titled "Seven Ways to Kill Your Spouse" after his wife goes missing.

Operation Bear Claw (00:43:39)

The investigation into the staged bear attacks is humorously dubbed "Operation Bear Claw."

Dishwasher Dilemma (00:50:06)

Stephanie shares a Reddit story about the writer’s parents washing a cat litter scoop in the dishwasher.