Friday Follies

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Driven to find the perfect rustomod Ford. If there’s one thing we’ve learned from our dive into strange-but-true events, it’s that life loves to set up a punchline. Welcome to the latest edition of our annual 31-part series, were we track down truly Odd News. In today's story, we meet a Texas retiree who is determined to secure a beautifully upgraded piece of automotive history: a 1962 Ford F-100. Not only has it been restored, but it has also been modified; a process that results in a "rustomod". It's kind of like the Bionic Man, but for cars. Anyway, our Texan journeyed 660 miles to get his dream vehicle.

Bradley Thunderbird Phoenix brings some of his comedy sketches to the Follies! This week: Two college kids invade Harlan’s privacy by telephoning him late at night in "Harlan Speaks"!

Welcome to laugh day! This week host John brings us Xcursion: Harlan Speaks, comedy4cast: 660 miles, and Tek Diff #233- Thank You and Goodnight (for now)!

The Listeners get another show!!!

A tale of fuel-injected romance. Plus coffee. In this Odd News story, we go full-throttle into an unexpected production of Shakespeare's timeless love story, Romeo and Juliet. This unique narrative will leave you pondering the universal nature of passion itself. Can love truly blossom in the most unconventional of settings, with the most unlikely of participants? Let's just say this episode proves that sometimes, all you need is a little horsepower to get the heart revving. It truly is Shakespeare in ruins. And because we're celebrating our Platinum Anniversary, this episode also includes a classic clip that’s sure to perk you right up. If you've ever felt a deep, profound connection to that dark, magical elixir that fuels our days, you're going to relate to Clinton's timeless, caffeinated observations. Prepare for some seriously strong opinions on coffee. So, buckle up for an episode that's part iambic pentameter, part daring spectacle, and part caffeine-fueled monologue. Listen to Shakespeare in Ruins to get in on all the fun!

Bradley Thunderbird Phoenix brings some of his comedy sketches to the Follies! This week: A New-Age satire with "Selfish Affirmations"!

Time to sit back and relax and laugh! It's Xcursion: Selfish Affirmations, comedy4cast: Shakespeare in Ruines, and Tek Diff #232- Lisseners part III!

I suffer for your art. Where's my lozenges.

An illegal U-turn leaves officers puzzled. We’ve all been there – forgetting to signal a turn, driving "slightly" over the speed limit, or double parking for "just a few minutes while I go visit my friend for a few hours." But, in today's edition of Odd News, the comedy4cast comedy podcast brings you the tale of a truly strange traffic stop. After a vehicle makes an illegal U-turn right in front of two officers, they pull the car over. But when the cops approached the car, the situation became far more complicated. Listen now to find out why this seemingly simple traffic violation became a story involving a ghost driver. Then, as we continue our celebration of 20 years of comedy4cast, our Platinum Anniversary, we'll pop into our time machine and take you back to revisit another classic clip from the archives. This time, we turn the time dial to 2006, where Clinton finds that sometimes, there just isn't enough time to do a podcast. But what is it that is taking up all of Clinton's time?

Bernie is visited by a ghost from his past who sets his wife Penelope into high alert.

Welcome to your end of the week laugh! Host Clinton brings me The Temp #23: All the Marbles, comedy4cast: Ghost Driver, and Tek Diff #231- Listener Participation: Round 2!

It's all your fault. Blame yourselves... for now.

The tiny country that's hard to find on any map. In this edition of our Odd News series, we take you to a pocket-sized paradise. It seems an ambitious young man has decided to create his own micronation. We'd say that was no small feat. We'll give you some details about this European destination set on a forgotten patch of land. It's a bold experiment in statehood. But as you'll hear in this episode of our comedy podcast, even a small-scale sovereignty can come up against some big-time complications.

Reporting for his new assignment, Bernie Pfelger finds himself in the dark, locked in a closet.

Welcome to your laughs of the week! Host Clinton brings us The Temp #22: Lock & Key, comedy4cast: A Pocket-Sized Paradise, and Tek Diff #230-Audience Participation!

Advice, more advice, admonishment, and at last, the team up none of you waited for!

Not every mirage is an illusion. As we continue our 2025 run of Odd News stories, this time we travel to Africa for the story of a mirage that might be something even more unique? We explore an unusual sight that has been drawing weary travelers and social media influencers alike to the middle of nowhere. It's an oasis, but one unlike any you've ever seen before. Tune in to find out if this is the paradise you've been dreaming of, or if it's just another way to get burned. Then, we'll turn back the clock to celebrate the Platinum Anniversary of comedy4cast with a classic clip. If you've ever been to a theme park with someone who is a meticulous planner, you'll feel right at home with this one. We're revisiting a timeless comedy4cast episode that proves a perfect vacation isn't always about sticking to the schedule. Lending their voices in this episode are Bonnie Kenderdine and Nathan Alvord.

Bernie Pfelger gets involved in an insurance scheme that leaves him speechless. Plus a long lost secret of the Pfleger family history is uncovered.

Relax and enjoy your weekly laugh on the Follies! This week host Clinton brings you The Temp #21, comedy4cast: How to Handle Heat, and Tek Diff #229- Team up!

FIVE YEARS!!!

A Vacation Home with an Identical Twin. In this edition of Odd News PAC, we take a look at a unique real estate development that promised luxury but delivered… well, something else. It's a tale of an ambitious project that came up short, but left a very lasting impression. This place is so absurd, you'll be glad you don't have to live there. We've got the full story, from the outlandish plans to the bizarre outcome. Plus, as part of our Platinum Anniversary of comedy4cast celebration, we're sharing a classic clip from the archives. Head back to November of 2010 with us for a parody of ghost-hunting shows. In the clip, the team with a questionable name, Spirits and Hauntings Advanced Asset Management (or SHAAM for short), gets a strange call from a familiar hotel. It all goes exactly as you'd expect.

At long last Bernie Pfelger finds another job. But this particular job takes an extreme toll on Bernies' health and his sanity.

Welcome to your end of week guffaws! Join host Clinton with The Temp #20: Perchance to Sleep, comedy4cast: Drawbridge Not Included, and Tek Diff #228- Tekdiff 5th Anniversary Special!

More conspiracies! Nine! It's at NINE!!! and Gaming is not a crime! And the God of HellFire pays a visit to my hood.

When your coffee run never ends. In this latest tale from the strange-but-true world of Odd News we look at the dark side of coffee. If you've ever taken your laptop to a coffee shop to get some work done, you know the drill – by a cup, work a bit, then be on your way. But what happens when someone decides they like the vibe by the espresso machine a bit too much? We'll tell you about a peculiar new phenomenon in South Korea that has a major coffee chain scrambling to implement new rules. Find out what it takes to be a "cagongjok," and why a simple trip for a latte might turn into an all-day affair. And to celebrate the 20th anniversary of comedy4cast, we're unlocking the vault for another classic clip. Take a trip back to August 2005 and listen in on a conversation with a noted futurist. His job? To predict the next big thing in technology. What's his brilliant, earth-shattering prediction? Did it come true? Listen now to find out the groundbreaking answers.

Bernie finds himself as mediator, to star crossed lovers who are caught in the cross fire between two warring confectionery corporations.

Kick back and enjoy summer! Host Clinton is back with The Temp #19: Sweet Sorrow, comedy4cast: It's Coffee Break Time, and Tek Diff #227-Fire Sale!

A little something to work through. Be happy...

A ride for the person who needs everything. "Odd News PAC" is back! This time with a story about an SUV that is MORE than you need. But, since the Dog Days of Podcasting event is over for 2025, we'll be bringing you the remainder of this year's 31 Odd News stories with a totally made-up event: "Dog Days of Pumpkin Spice Season." In today's Odd News story, we're taking a look at a luxury vehicle that seems to have a few too many bells and whistles. What started as a partnership between a high-end automaker and a luxury appliance brand has resulted in a sort of Frankenstein-ish one-of-a-kind sports utility vehicle: the Lexus Monogram GX. It's perfect for a road trip. If, that is, you don't mind a little less space for passengers and cargo. In addition, as part of our Platinum Anniversary Celebration, marking 20 years of comedy4cast, we're pulling a classic episode out of the vault. Get ready to graduate with the Marx Brothers! This clip is from an episode that was released in 2006. It envisions Groucho as Professor Rufus T. Serenity giving a bizarre commencement speech. And, of course, Chico and Harpo are there too. There's even a Margaret Dumont-type foil ! Tune in to find out what strange and luxurious features are packed into this one-of-a-kind vehicle, and get a dose of classic comedy! Lending their voice in this episode is Bonnie Kenderdine.

Bernie Pfelger stumbles in to the deep end of an aquatic romance turning up as the hapless other man.

It's time for a good laugh! And whose more of a jokester than host John? He brings us The Temp #18: Loving arms, comedy4cast: This SUV Cooks! and Tek Diff #226-Going Down! It's all looking up!

They're coming! But first: You're being watched.... 

Engineers take a turn for the worse. In today's edition of Odd News PAC, we're talking about all the things that can make a daily commute a little more interesting, or in some cases, a lot more confusing. And one new bridge, in particular, has taken road hazards to a whole new level. There are plenty of design choices here that will leave you scratching your head. And gripping the steering wheel! The details are so wild, you'll have to hear the full story for yourself. Then, as we continue our celebration of 20 years of comedy4cast, we once again dig into the archives. Today's classic clip is from October 2011. Clinton brings in a memory expert to help him with his name-remembering skills. But rather than begin right away, Clinton first has the teacher try to help Cap, the Venus Arms Hotel & Towers old-as-dirt Bell Captain, improve his Swiss cheese memory. It’s a great example of the kind of confusion we specialize in here at comedy4cast. Hit the play button to get the full story on the bridge, and to hear what happens when a so-called memory expert meets his match!

Bernie Pfelger turns up missing when he finds himself the aide to an eccentric genius. (It all makes sense when you hear it.)

Time for laughs! Host John Bell brings us The Temp #16: Lost & Alone, comedy4cast: All the Right Angles, and Tek Diff #224-Hivemind!

Let's light this! Back and ready, with a Fall lineup, the gay agenda, and the GREAT CONSPIRACY!

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!

Bernie goes back to basics to learn how to make himself more hire-able, but he ends up getting burned in the process.

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!

Continuing the supercut of the Advent Calendar from 2009!

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.

Bernie Pfelger has a five alarm melt down while slopping glop at a progressive toy factory.

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!

Continuing the supercut of the Advent Calendar from 2009!

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!

Bernie Pfelger winds up hobnobbing with the upper crust of society, which he discovers is made up primarily of crumbs.

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!

Continuing the supercut of the Advent Calendar from 2009!

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.