In this episode of "Weird with a Side of Bacon," hosts Trevor, Misty, and Stephanie share bizarre personal stories and discuss odd news and social media posts. Highlights include a woman stopping her mother's verbal abuse with unexpected nudity, a man erecting a giant middle finger statue, a cat dropped onto a car by a bald eagle, and the historical "Dancing Plague" of 1518. The hosts rate each story on their quirky bacon scale, blending humor, weird facts, and playful banter throughout the show.

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

Weird Personal Story: The Lost Earring (00:01:41) Stephanie shares a story about accidentally flushing a gold hoop earring down the toilet.

Bacon Rating System Explained (00:04:29) Trevor explains the podcast's unique bacon-based weirdness rating system.

Weird News: Sea Lion Blocks Traffic (00:05:02) Misty reports on a sea lion blocking traffic in Washington state after a rainstorm.

Weird Social Media: "Small Little Dicklit" (00:13:47) Stephanie shares a Reddit story about a man upset after his date called his penis a "small little dick lit."

Weird History: The Middle Finger Statue (00:20:09) Trevor tells the story of a man who bought a house next to his ex-wife and erected a giant middle finger statue.

Weird News: Bald Eagle Drops Cat Through Windshield (00:27:28) Misty shares a listener-submitted story about a bald eagle dropping a cat through a woman's windshield in North Carolina.

Weird Social Media: Full Frontal Nudity Stops Verbal Abuse (00:36:00) Stephanie shares a Reddit story about someone using nudity to stop their mother's verbal abuse.

Weird History: The Dancing Plague of 1518 (00:41:42) Trevor recounts the historical "dancing plague" where hundreds danced uncontrollably in Strasbourg.

Podcast Wrap-Up & Contact Info (00:51:53) Hosts thank listeners, share social media links, and encourage story submissions.

In episode 19 of "Weird with a Side of Bacon," the hosts dive into bizarre and hilarious stories. Stephanie recounts a small bush fire near their office that prompted an over-the-top emergency response, sparking laughter and speculation. Misty shares a tale of an Ohio woman who won nearly $60,000 after pressing the wrong button on a lottery machine. The team also reviews odd social media posts, including a wild Little Caesars brawl. The whole thing finishes with a bomb! Nuclear to be exact. With their signature bacon rating system and playful banter, the hosts deliver a fun, irreverent look at the world's weirdest happenings.

Host Introductions & Roles (00:00:51) Each host introduces themselves and their role on the podcast.

Stephanie's Weird Bush Fire Story (00:01:46) Stephanie recounts a story about a small bush fire outside their office and the overblown emergency response.

Misty's Lottery Machine Error Story (00:06:13) Misty shares a news story about an Ohio woman who won $50,000 due to a lottery vending machine error.

Stephanie's Weird Online Reviews (00:11:00) Stephanie reads and discusses two unusual online reviews, including one for an orchard and a dramatic Little Caesars incident.

Trevor's Pizza Hut Perfume Story (00:21:05) Trevor tells the story of Pizza Hut Canada's limited-edition pizza-scented perfume and the group discusses pizza cologne.

Misty's Cat Drops Mouse in Dinner Story (00:30:35) Misty shares a news story about a foster kitten caught on camera dropping a dead mouse into a family's cooking pot.

Stephanie's "Am I the Asshole?" Story (00:36:31) Stephanie reads a Reddit "AITA" post about a brother calling out his sibling's gross behavior at a child's birthday party.

Trevor's "A-Bomb Kid" Story (00:44:47) Trevor recounts the true story of a Princeton student in 1977 who designed a working nuclear bomb for a class project.

Episode Wrap-Up & Social Media Plugs (00:55:49) The hosts wrap up, share where to find the podcast online, and thank listeners.

In episode 18 of "Weird with a Side of Bacon," hosts Trevor, Misty, and Stephanie dive into bizarre news and personal stories with their signature humor. Trevor shares the struggle of buying a used car, while Stephanie recounts a hilarious Reddit tale of a boyfriend's awkward "first time." The group discusses a failed, sexist Volvo concept car, a "lion" in Ireland that was actually a dog, creative petty revenge, transparent mice, and a Spanish chair heist. Each story is rated on their bacon scale, blending weird facts, laughs, and adult themes in a lively, entertaining episode.

Host Introductions (00:00:51) Trevor, Misty, and Stephanie introduce themselves and their podcast roles.

Personal Story: Beater Car Shopping (00:01:28) Trevor and Misty share a story about shopping for a cheap, problematic car for their oldest child.

Reddit Story: The Butt Cheeks Virginity Mix-Up (00:08:45) Stephanie shares a Reddit story about a woman whose partner mistakenly thought he took her virginity.

Weird History: The Sexist Volvo YCC (00:14:21) Trevor discusses Volvo's 2004 concept car designed for women, highlighting its sexist features.

Weird News: Irish "Lion" is a Dog (00:20:49) Misty reports on a viral story where police in Ireland investigated a supposed lion, which turned out to be a Newfoundland dog with a haircut.

Reddit Story: Petty Revenge on an Ex (00:27:12) Stephanie tells a petty revenge story about a woman who retaliated after her ex gave out her number to men.

Weird Science: Cool Ranch Rodents (00:34:56) Trevor explains a new scientific discovery where Dorito dust dye can make mouse skin transparent.

Weird News: The Great Spanish Chair Heist (00:45:08) Misty covers a news story about a criminal group in Spain stealing over 1,100 restaurant chairs to resell.

Podcast Wrap-Up & Outro (00:52:14) Hosts thank listeners, promote their social media, and sign off with their catchphrase.

In episode 17, the Christmas special of "Weird with a Side of Bacon," the hosts share bizarre holiday stories with their trademark adult humor. Highlights include Japan's KFC Christmas tradition, a domestic dispute over a Nintendo Wii, a Secret Santa pregnancy reveal, Spain's "poop log" custom, a ceramic squirrel stabbing, and a first date gone wrong in the snow. The team rates each story's weirdness, swaps personal anecdotes, and celebrates the strange side of the holidays, blending irreverent banter with genuine curiosity about unusual festive traditions around the world.

Host Introductions & Christmas Special Setup (00:00:51) Hosts introduce themselves, discuss their roles, and set up the Christmas special theme.

Weird Personal Story: The Creepy Jesus Picture (00:03:00) Host shares a childhood story about a creepy lenticular Jesus picture at grandparents' house.

Weird History: KFC for Christmas in Japan (00:11:21) Story about Japan's tradition of eating KFC for Christmas, its origins, and cultural impact.

Weird News: Christmas Day Video Game Brawl (00:20:48) News story about a couple in New Hampshire arrested after a Christmas Day fight over a Nintendo Wii.

Reddit Story: Pregnancy Test as a Christmas Gift (00:29:49) Discussion of a Reddit "Am I the Asshole?" post about a woman giving her brother a positive pregnancy test as a Secret Santa gift.

Weird History: Catalonia's Christmas Poop Log (00:36:18) Story about the Catalonian tradition of the "Caga Tió" (poop log) that "defecates" treats when beaten.

Weird News: Stabbed with a Ceramic Squirrel Over Beer (00:44:31) News story from South Carolina about a woman stabbing her husband with a ceramic squirrel after he returned home without beer on Christmas.

Frozen Butt Rescue on a First Date (00:50:01) Fan-submitted story (via The Tonight Show) about a woman whose butt froze to a car fender and was freed by her date's pee.

Podcast Wrap-Up & Outro (00:56:32) Closing remarks, social media plugs, call for listener stories, and holiday wishes.

In episode 16 of "Weird with a Side of Bacon," the hosts dive into bizarre news and personal stories with their signature irreverent humor. Highlights include a guy pulling a car while on fire, a German tax agency demanding payment from a long-dead poet, a spooky 7-Eleven cardboard cutout mystery, a raccoon porch pirate, and the world's first sperm racing event—complete with slime, costumes, and a failed Ty Dolla $ign performance. The team rates each story using their quirky bacon system and wraps up with jokes about sperm-themed merchandise and the absurdity of viral stunts, all while embracing adult themes and plenty of laughs.

Host Introductions & Show Format (00:00:50) Hosts introduce themselves and their podcast roles; explain the show's structure.

B-Rated Horror Movie "The Monkey" Discussion (00:01:28) Hosts discuss the movie "The Monkey," its plot, and share funny observations.

Personal Weird Story: Taco Costumes in October (00:04:02) Stephanie shares a story about seeing people and a dog in taco costumes before Halloween.

Weird News: Stunt Performer Pulls Car While on Fire (00:08:27) Misty shares a news story about an Australian daredevil breaking a world record while on fire.

Weird History: Death and Taxes (00:15:00) Trevor tells the story of a German collection agency billing a long-dead poet for a TV tax.

Weird Social Media: 7-Eleven After Hours Horror Story (00:25:23) Stephanie reads a Reddit story about a strange 7-Eleven, a cardboard cashier, and hot tub rules.

Weird News: Raccoon Steals Package (00:32:00) Misty shares a story about a raccoon stealing a $93 pet food package from a New York porch.

Weird History: The World's First Sperm Race (00:35:46) Trevor recounts the bizarre story of a 2025 sperm racing event, its teenage founder, and $10M in funding.

Weird Social Media: The Vending Machine That Waited Back (00:49:36) Stephanie shares a Reddit story about a mysterious vending machine that dispenses a cryptic can.

Bookmobile & Library Fines Tangent (00:55:06) Hosts reminisce about bookmobiles, library fines, and childhood stories related to overdue books.

Podcast Wrap-Up & Social Media Plugs (00:58:30) Closing remarks, where to find the podcast, and encouragement to send in weird stories.

In episode 15 of "Weird with a Side of Bacon," hosts Trevor, Misty, and Stephanie share a hilarious mix of bizarre stories, from a mysterious closet of human brains at the University of Texas to odd wedding gifts like engraved spoons and empty cooler bags. They discuss creepy encounters, wild news (like a record-breaking pizza party and an M&M spill), and strange historical finds, such as a wall of hidden teeth. With playful banter, their signature bacon weirdness rating, and Quinn the dog's cameo, the episode delivers humor and curiosity in equal measure.

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

Special Guest: Quinn the Dog (00:02:04) Introduction of Quinn, Misty and Trevor's dog, as the episode's special guest.

Weird Personal Story: The Creepy Woman (00:02:45) Misty recounts a personal story about a woman staring at their porch at night.

Stephanie's Story: Entitled Houseguest from Hell (00:06:41) Reddit story about a houseguest who overstays, wears the host's clothes, and tries to take over the house.

Unique Treasures Part One – Closet Full of Brains (00:13:28) Story about 100 human brains found in a University of Texas basement closet.

World's Largest Pizza Party (00:25:00) Connecticut city breaks the Guinness World Record for the largest pizza party.

Wedding Drama – Thank You for the Toaster (00:32:17) Reddit story about bizarre and tacky wedding gifts and the struggle to write thank you notes.

Unique Treasures Part Two – Wall Full of Teeth (00:47:26) Construction workers in Georgia find 1,000 human teeth behind a wall in a historic building.

M&Ms Spill on the Highway (00:53:59) Crash in New Jersey spills bags and boxes of M&Ms all over the highway.

Podcast Wrap-Up & Social Media Plugs (00:59:01) Closing remarks, where to find the podcast, and encouragement to send in weird stories.

In episode 14 of "Weird with a Side of Bacon," hosts Trevor, Stephanie, and Misty share bizarre Craigslist ads, discuss a soap opera secretly filmed in an IKEA, and react to Denmark's Aalborg Zoo accepting pets as predator food. The team rates each story for weirdness, with the zoo tale earning top marks for being both shocking and sad. Stephanie then reads a hilarious one-star review about a weed-and-jetski mishap. Throughout, the hosts deliver their signature blend of adult humor, quirky banter, and offbeat news, making for another uniquely weird episode.

Podcast Introduction & Content Warning (00:00:01) Brief intro to the podcast, content warning about adult themes, swearing, and humor.

Personal Weird Story: The Glasses Con (00:02:10) Trevor shares a fan-submitted story about a kindergartner faking the need for glasses.

Weird History: The Banana Poop World Record (00:05:55) Trevor tells the story of a thief forced to eat 96 bananas to recover a swallowed gold chain.

Weird News: 100-Year-Old Track Star (00:14:40) Misty shares the story of Diane, a 100-year-old woman breaking track and field records.

Weird Social Media: Craigslist Missed Connections (00:20:10) Stephanie reads and discusses two suggestive Craigslist "missed connections" posts.

Craigslist Story Reactions & Ratings (00:24:52) Hosts joke about the posts, read more in a seductive tone, and give bacon ratings.

Ikea Heights Soap Opera (00:25:29) Trevor tells the story of "Ikea Heights," a soap opera secretly filmed in an Ikea store.

Weird News: Denmark Zoo Pet Donation Controversy (00:34:43) Misty shares a story about a Denmark zoo inviting people to donate pets as predator meals.

Weird Social Media: Reddit Review - Weed & Jet Skis (00:43:27) Stephanie reads a Reddit review about a bad experience mixing weed and jet skiing.

Reddit Review Reactions (00:44:35) Hosts discuss the review, speculate about the situation, and read the company's response.

Podcast Wrap-Up & Social Media Plugs (00:49:15) Hosts thank listeners, encourage feedback, and share where to find the podcast online.

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.