In this episode of "Weird with a Side of Bacon," the hosts share bizarre personal stories and odd news, including a tale about a possibly swapped office dog, a man who drove a Mercedes down Rome’s Spanish Steps, and a cringe-worthy dating app encounter involving a cockroach infestation. They also explore quirky history, like Thomas Edison’s Morse code secrets and a traveling physician’s “magic dirt pills.” Throughout, the hosts blend humor, empathy, and skepticism, offering witty banter on everything from modern dating awkwardness to historical medical scams, all while encouraging listeners to embrace the weirdness of everyday life.

Podcast Introduction (00:00:01) Hosts introduce the podcast, warn about adult themes, and set expectations for new listeners.

Personal Weird Story: The Mystery of the Office Dog (00:01:58) Host shares a personal story about confusion over a coworker’s dog at a satellite office.

Sad News: The Fish Doorbell is Out of Commission (00:07:57) Stephanie announces the temporary closure of the “fish doorbell” until March 2026.

Weird News: 80-Year-Old Drives Mercedes Down Spanish Steps (00:08:32) Misty covers a story about an elderly man driving a Mercedes down Rome’s Spanish Steps.

Weird Social Media: The Roach-Infested Date (00:13:43) Stephanie shares a Reddit/Hinge story about a man with a severe cockroach problem.

Weird History: Thomas Edison is a Mean Girl (00:22:27) A quick history segment about Thomas Edison teaching his wife Morse code to gossip at parties.

Weird News: Canadian Woman Breaks Penny-Farthing Speed Records (00:28:01) Misty tells the story of a Canadian woman breaking speed records on a penny-farthing bicycle.

Fan Submission: Awkward Dating App Conversation (00:34:29) Stephanie reads a fan-submitted, cringeworthy dating app conversation.

Weird History: The Tale of Three Questionable Dudes (00:48:56) A long story about a paranoid prince, a snake-oil salesman, and a convict testing “magic dirt pills” in 16th-century Germany.

Podcast Wrap-Up & Social Media Plugs (01:10:32) Hosts thank listeners, encourage feedback, and share where to find the podcast online.

In episode 12 of "Weird with a Side of Bacon," the hosts share bizarre stories and odd news. Misty recounts a bird-poop incident in her car, Stephanie reads a cringeworthy dating app exchange, and Trevor explores a rare Indian wedding tradition involving breastfeeding. The team also discusses a man who ate metal—including an airplane—and a slow police chase involving an excavator. With playful banter and their signature “bacon rating” for weirdness, the hosts deliver laughs and shock, blending personal anecdotes, strange facts, and offbeat news for an entertaining, adult-themed episode.

Personal Weird Story: Why is there Bird Poop in the Car? (00:02:32) Misty shares a story about finding bird poop inside her car and speculates how it got there.

Dating App Story: Hinge Gone Wrong (00:08:21) Stephanie shares a Reddit story about a weird, innuendo-filled first conversation on Hinge.

Weird Indian Wedding Tradition (00:13:26) Trevor tells about a Rajasthan wedding tradition where the groom breastfeeds from his mother.

70,000 Dum Dums Ordered by Kid (00:21:25) Misty shares a news story about a Kentucky boy who orders 70,000 Dum Dum suckers on Amazon.

Reddit Story: Pooping in the Shower (00:26:00) Stephanie reads a Reddit post about a woman whose girlfriend regularly poops in the shower.

Weird History: Man Who Ate an Airplane (00:33:04) Trevor tells the story of Michel Lotito, a man who ate an entire airplane and other indigestible objects.

Weird News: Slow-Speed Excavator Police Chase (00:43:41) Misty shares a story about a South Carolina police chase involving a stolen excavator moving at walking speed.

Podcast Wrap-Up & Social Media Plugs (00:52:13) Closing remarks, where to find the podcast online, and encouragement to send in weird stories.

In episode 11 of "Weird with a Side of Bacon," the hosts dive into bizarre news and quirky personal stories with their signature humor. Highlights include a man’s attempt to cross the Atlantic in a homemade hamster wheel, a decades-long tree-dwelling husband, a 200-year-old condom, Dog Ashes on Vacation, and odd police scanner reports. The team rates each story using their playful bacon system, banters about life’s weirdness, and encourages listener interaction. The episode blends adult humor, strange facts, and lighthearted debates, making for an entertaining and offbeat listen.

Host Introductions & Roles (00:00:51) Hosts introduce themselves and their podcast roles.

Stephanie’s Mom’s Nicknames (00:02:01) Stephanie shares a story about her mom giving relatives mathematical nicknames.

Trevor’s Weird History: The Child Eater Fountain (00:06:34) Trevor tells the story of a 450-year-old Swiss fountain depicting an ogre eating children.

Misty Rae’s Weird News: Hamster Wheel Atlantic Attempt (00:16:14) Ray covers a man’s attempt to cross the Atlantic in a homemade hamster wheel.

Stephanie’s Reddit Story: Dog Ashes on Vacation (00:28:33) Stephanie shares a Reddit “Am I the Asshole?” about bringing a dog’s ashes on vacation.

Trevor’s Weird History: Man Living in a Tree (00:35:00) Trevor tells of an Indian man who lived in a tree for 50 years after an argument with his wife.

Misty’s Weird News: 200-Year-Old Condom Art (00:46:06) Misty discusses a 200-year-old condom with exotic art on display in the Netherlands.

Stephanie’s Fun Police Scanner Stories (00:52:50) Stephanie shares funny local police scanner stories about porta potties and a shower stall on the highway.

Closing Remarks & Social Media Plugs (00:57:18) Hosts wrap up, encourage reviews, and share where to find the podcast online.

In episode 10 of "Weird with a Side of Bacon," hosts Trevor, Misty, and Stephanie swap hilarious personal stories and discuss bizarre news. Highlights include Trevor’s odd gym encounter, Misty’s tale of Mattel accidentally linking a doll to a porn site, and a spa in Indonesia offering python massages. Stephanie shares a Reddit drama about a grandma wanting to be called “Honey,” and the group marvels at the true story of thousands of rubber ducks lost at sea. The episode wraps up with a petty revenge story and plenty of laughs, all served with their signature bacon rating system.

Audio Issues & Intro (00:00:00) Trevor explains microphone problems in the first 12 minutes and gives a content warning for adult themes.

Show Introduction & Host Roles (00:01:38) Hosts introduce themselves and their areas: weird history, weird news, and social media stories.

Personal Weird Story: Gym Hand Dryer Guy (00:02:19) Trevor shares a story about a man drying his shoes (or possibly his balls) with a hand dryer at the gym.

Weird News: Mattel’s Porn Site URL Mistake (00:07:13) Misty covers the story of Mattel accidentally printing a porn site URL on Wicked doll boxes.

Social Media Story: Grandma Wants to Be Called "Honey" (00:16:18) Stephanie shares a Reddit story about a grandmother insisting her grandkids call her "Honey" instead of "Grandma."

Weird History: Python Massage Spa in Indonesia (00:26:06) Trevor presents a story about a spa in Jakarta, Indonesia, that uses live pythons for massages.

Weird News: Woman with Two Uteruses Has Two Babies (00:34:17) Misty tells the story of an Alabama woman who delivered two babies from two uteruses in two days.

Social Media Story: Petty Revenge—Moving Out the Ex (00:40:13) Stephanie shares a Reddit "Petty Revenge" story about a man moving all his ex’s belongings into storage.

Weird History: The Great Rubber Duck Spill (00:46:00) Trevor recounts the 1992 shipping container spill that released 28,800 bath toys (including rubber ducks) into the ocean.

Show Wrap-Up & Contact Info (01:01:34) The hosts thank listeners, share social media links, and encourage story submissions.

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.