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.

In this episode of the "Weird with a Side of Bacon" podcast, hosts Trevor, Stephanie, and Misty dive into bizarre and humorous stories. Trevor recounts a historical tale about a man kidnapped by Italian mobsters, highlighting his grandfather's frugality in paying the ransom. Misty shares a strange news story about two pythons found in an Australian man's toilet, sparking a lively discussion. Stephanie introduces a relationship dilemma from Reddit, involving a stay-at-home mom and her unsupportive husband. The episode wraps up with Trevor's quirky fact about the "Frozen Dead Guy Days" festival in Colorado, celebrating a cryogenically preserved man and spending his after life in a backyard shed.

Time Stamps:

Introduction to the Podcast (00:00:01)

Overview of the podcast's focus on weird topics and a warning about adult themes.

Characters Introduction (00:00:54)

Hosts introduce themselves and their roles in discussing weird facts, social media, and news.

Gas Station Encounter (00:01:30)

Trevor shares a strange encounter at a gas station involving an elderly couple.

Awkward Internet Story and bathroom Habits (00:03:52)

Stephanie presents a bizarre Reddit story about a boyfriend's unusual bathroom habits.

Weird Historical Fact and a mummified body (00:07:18)

Trevor shares a weird historical fact about a man found dead for 32 years while his family collected benefits.

Greek Shoe Smeller (00:11:10)

Misty shares a story about a Greek man who breaks into homes to smell shoes.

Roommate's Underwear Incident (00:13:48)

Stephanie tells a story about a roommate who walks around in his underwear, leading to an embarrassing moment.

Billionaire's Kidnapping and cheap grandpa (00:18:22)

Trevor shares a historical fact about J. Paul Getty's refusal to pay a ransom for his kidnapped grandson.

Snakes in the Toilet (00:23:05)
An Australian man discovers pythons in his toilet, leading to a humorous conversation about the situation.

Relationship Troubles (00:27:06)
A listener shares her struggles with housework and intimacy in her marriage after becoming a stay-at-home mom.

Frozen Dead Guy Days (00:32:36)
Introduction to a unique festival in Colorado celebrating a grandfather who was cryogenically frozen.

Breastfeeding Dolls (00:49:25)
A woman claims to breastfeed eight realistic dolls, raising eyebrows and questions.