A THC drink gone wrong, a Brooklyn Bridge jump that somehow ends in survival, and a Tampa pharmacy scandal that exposes just how broken the pill pipeline got. If you like your news with zero filter and a lot of laughs, this one goes everywhere fast.Mike Hussey and Rich turn Episode 19 into a ride through the weirdest, funniest, and most unsettling headlines of the week. It starts with Robbie Williams, a nose, and a rock that allegedly wasn't what it looked like, then veers into Florida chaos, raccoon islands, invasive lizards, and the kind of wildlife stories that sound fake until they're not.You'll hear them break down:

• The rise of THC drinks in liquor stores and how easy it is to accidentally overdo it
• Drink-spiking jewelry from a University of South Florida inventor designed to detect common club drugs
• The eerie Brooklyn Bridge jump that became a rare survival story
• The massive opioid operation tied to a Florida pharmacist and why the numbers are staggering
• The expanding weirdness of South Florida, from monitor lizards to raccoon islands to shark encounters

Rich and Mike also get into the bigger picture behind all the chaos - why more people are swapping booze for THC, how people actually get hurt by fake pills and spiked drinks, and why some of the most out-there local stories are the ones that reveal the most about where things are headed.This one is perfect for anyone who likes unfiltered banter, local-news absurdity, and two guys making sense of a world that keeps getting stranger. By the end, you'll be laughing, shaking your head, and probably sending one of these stories to a friend.Speaker coverage: Mike Hussey and Rich each drive the conversation, with Mike bringing the sharp, rant-heavy takes and Rich bringing the headlines, details, and back-and-forth that keep it moving.

Most of the world’s gone nuts, and we’re HERE for it. From Florida’s unstoppable python invasion to New York skyscraper chaos, and political chaos in Belfast—these stories aren’t just news, they’re a full-blown circus with no VIP pass required. Ready to laugh, shake your head, and maybe wonder if the apocalypse is just Tuesday’s weather report?Our latest wild ride delves into the Florida python hunt — think giant snakes with a $10,000 prize for the most caught. Meanwhile, New York’s buildings are collapsing like your unbalanced Tinder dates, and the city’s union workers are blaming the non-union guys for structural disasters. Plus, a quick jaunt across the Atlantic to Belfast, where the only thing more brutal than the weather is the local fight over migrants and power plays.You’ll discover: the crazy lengths folks go to control invasive species, the shocking truth about skyscraper safety (or total lack thereof), and why global chaos looks suspiciously like a reality TV show. We break down the absurdities of AI in modern life—even AI pets and AI stand-up, because apparently, we’re running out of original ideas—and peek into how governments are turning the world’s vulnerable into a never-ending social experiment.And if you think it’s all just funny stories—think again. Miss this episode, and you might miss the chance to see how close we are to “Mad Max” territory with a side of “The Office.” Perfect for conspiracy enthusiasts, disaster lovers, or anyone who just wants a good laugh while questioning everything.Get ready; the world’s a crazy place. But with us, it’s also pretty damn entertaining.

Most Americans could barely name where the Declaration of Independence was signed—let alone know the two future presidents who actually signed it. But hey, no worries, because this episode is about owning your history and learning how clueless we actually are about our own country’s wild past. Think you know your founding fathers? Thought so. Prepare for some jaw-dropping facts, hilarious takes on modern ignorance, and a reminder that if we don't learn from history, we're doomed to repeat it — preferably with fireworks and tall ships.We break down how our ancestors survived plagues, fevers, and wars, and how today's kids couldn't tell you the Bill of Rights from a Google search. You’ll discover why George Washington was a total lunatic, how Salt Lake City’s Mormon roots turn into mountain biking paradise, and why saltwater crocodiles are basically the raccoons of the animal kingdom—dangerous and constantly underestimated. Plus, we dish on the absurdity of modern TV, fake news, and how the only thing more overrepresented than lesbians on screen is the latest in pharma commercials with side effects that sound straight out of a horror movie.Why does it matter? Well, if you don’t know your history, you’re flying blind—like trying to assemble IKEA furniture without the instructions. This episode is perfect for anyone who loves a good laugh, wants to up their American trivia game, or just needs a reminder that the American experience is pretty damn wild, but we've been doing it for 250 years. So, whether you're barbecuing in Brooklyn or watching fireworks from your balcony, this one’s your must-listen to get fired up about your country’s crazy (and awesome) story.And don’t worry—there’s even a trivia quiz that’ll test whether your knowledge is as sharp as your 4th of July grill skills. Trust us, you’ll walk away smarter, and maybe even less clueless about how a bunch of colonists decided to throw a barbecue that changed the world. Fireworks recommended, but not included.