Stranger Than Fiction

In this episode, Fred connects with a guest from the American Midwest for a candid, wide-ranging conversation. From personal passions and culinary creativity to reflections on society, technology, and the state of the nation, the discussion offers a unique window into everyday life and perspectives in America today.

In this episode, Fred chats with a guest from England about everyday life, work, and the perceived increased risk of violence in the UK.

In the debut episode of Stranger Than Fiction, host Fred Scherzer takes you beyond the headlines to uncover the hard truths about corruption, poverty, and resilience in America today. From stories of police misconduct and systemic failure to the growing crises of homelessness, missing persons, and human trafficking in North Carolina, this candid conversation exposes how government decisions ripple through everyday lives—and what happens when accountability is absent. But this isn’t just about injustice. It’s about the people fighting back, the strength of communities supporting one another, and the urgent need for change. If you’re ready for unfiltered perspectives and real stories the mainstream media too often ignores, this is where the conversation starts.