Welcome to another episode of This Is True Really News with Scott Combs and Tony Vercanez! All the news you're about to hear is true... really! As far as you know.

Million Pound Lottery Winner Goes Silent - A Norwich builder trades his forklift for a Range Rover after winning £1 million on a scratch card! His reaction? Complete stunned silence. Plus he bought his mom a car too - what a legend!

Airport Security Disaster Costs $59K - Real estate agent tries to bribe security with $50 to skip the line at Philadelphia International Airport. His brilliant plan backfires spectacularly, canceling an entire flight and costing him nearly $60,000 in fines!

Crosswalk Vigilante Faces Jail Time - Retired crossing guard takes matters into his own hands with spray chalk after city denies crosswalk requests. Now facing 12 months in jail for "property destruction" - but it was just CHALK!

77-Year-Old Lottery Winner's 30-Year Plan - Michigan woman wins $4 million and chooses annual payments over lump sum. At 77 years old, she's planning for the next 30 years - now that's optimism!

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Welcome to another episode of "This Is True Really News" with Scot Combs and Tony Verkinnes - where all the news is true... really! (As far as you know.)

In today's episode, we dive into the strangest stories making headlines:

🚽 The Golden Age of Air Travel - From Orlando to Philadelphia passengers who just couldn't hold it, plus a disturbing trend of in-flight bathroom incidents that will make you think twice about your next flight.

💰 Norwegian Lottery Disaster - Thousands of Norwegians thought they'd become millionaires when a gambling company accidentally multiplied winnings by 100 instead of dividing them. The CEO's response will surprise you!

🔥 Smart Toilet Explosion - A man in China gets the shock of his life when his high-tech toilet literally bursts into flames. We explore the growing epidemic of flaming toilets across China.

📱 Student Rap Controversy - A high school principal tries to punish a student for an off-campus rap song, leading to a $70,000 lesson in First Amendment rights.

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🤣 WELCOME TO THE WEIRDEST NEWS WEEK EVER! 🤣

Join Scot Combs & Tony Verkinnes for another episode of absurd reality that's stranger than fiction! This week we're covering stories so bizarre you'll question everything.

🇦🇲 ARMENIA'S WILD POLITICAL SHOWDOWN Prime Minister challenges church leader to inspect his... well, you'll have to listen. Plus an Archbishop gets arrested for an alleged coup plot with 14 conspirators and firearms. Politics just got VERY personal.

🐰 BASEBALL'S CUTEST PITCHER Meet Alex the Great - the therapy rabbit who throws ceremonial first pitches with a pitching machine! Rescued from a meat farm, now a social media sensation visiting hospitals. Way better than the 7th inning stretch.

🚗 ROAD RAGE CAPITAL REVEALED Louisiana wins with a PERFECT 100/100 road rage score while Maine somehow gets 0/100. We break down all 50 states plus compare to UK drivers (spoiler: London is ANGRY).

🐻 WHEN BURGLARS INVITE BEARS California woman's home gets robbed by 11 different people, then BEARS move in through the damage. Only in 2025, folks.

Every story is 100% TRUE (as far as you know)

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🎯 Episode Highlights

🎪 GLASTONBURY FESTIVAL 2024 FACTS & STATS

• 210,000 festival-goers on 1,000 acres (biggest UK music festival)
• Becomes UK's 7th largest city temporarily
• 4,000 toilets, 400 food stalls (festival logistics nightmare!)
• 1.2 million pints of beer across 100+ bars
• Headliners: The 1975, Neil Young, Olivia Rodrigo (music festival legends)
• Tickets sold out in 35 minutes... before ANY acts were announced!
• Festival history since 1970, iconic pyramid stage performances

🎵 COMEDY MUSIC QUIZ - REAL VS FAKE BANDS Epic true/false trivia game featuring hilarious band names:

• Pizza Hotline (electronic music "with extra cheese")
• Beans on Toast (British folk singer - actually real!)
• Snapped Ankles (post-punk band performing in military ghillie suits)
• Psychoacoustic Goat (as weird as it sounds)
• Adult DVD (synth-pop group name that's surprisingly real)
• Final quiz score: Epic fail at 3-12! (comedy gold moments)

🧪 WEIRD SCIENCE NEWS University of Edinburgh breakthrough: E. coli bacteria engineered to convert plastic bottles into Tylenol/acetaminophen. Environmental science meets medicine!

📧 LISTENER MAIL Addressing complaints about wonky show timestamps - spoiler alert: they're staying broken because competence isn't their brand!

⏰ Podcast Timestamps

• 0:00 - Opening Comedy Banter & Geek Culture Talk
• 2:30 - Iran Oil Supply Discussion & Political Commentary
• 4:00 - Glastonbury Festival 2024 Statistics Deep Dive
• 9:45 - Music Trivia Quiz Game Begins (Band Name Challenge)
• 20:00 - Science News: E. coli Plastic Research
• 21:00 - Listener Feedback & Show Notes Drama
• 24:00 - YouTube Demonetization Stories & Episode Wrap-up

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Chapters

00:00 - Intro from Scot and Tony

The audience is introduced to the episode's quirky topics, continuing the light-hearted tone of the show.

01:38 - Forklift Chase in Ann Arbor

Discover the strange case of a 12-year-old boy stealing a 17-ton forklift and leading police through a slow-speed pursuit, damaging ten cars on his way.

04:08 - Arrest During Jury Selection

Uncover the unbelievable story of a potential juror being arrested mid-selection process on a warrant for domestic violence.

07:00 - Miami's Rabies Needle Incident

Take a wild turn into an argument gone wrong as a woman allegedly uses a rabies shot needle to stab her boyfriend in the eye.

08:53 - Disneyland Striptease and John Deere Escapes

Hear the hilarious events of a man caught wandering naked in Disneyland’s “It’s a Small World” and another joyriding a stolen John Deere tractor.

10:42 - Botched Burglary Attempts

Listen to stories of burglars whose poor planning left them tangled up in nylon ropes and shot in the leg.

11:00 - Closing Thoughts

Scott and Tony wrap up the absurd tales with their usual mix of humor and banter.

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Global Oddities, Uncommon Tales, Whimsical World, Comedic Headlines, Worldwide Weirdness,

Chapters

00:00 - A Wild Opening

Start with light banter, including hammerhead sharks, blessings, and choosing your "weapon" hilariously.

01:58 - Introducing the Show

The hosts introduce the essence of This Is True Really News and call for engagement from listeners.

03:17 - Ice Cream Barges of WWII

Discover how the U.S. Army used ice cream barges as a morale booster during the war, featuring impressive stats like producing 500 gallons daily and transporting massive amounts of food.

06:40 - Wartime Nurses and Heroes

An emotional reflection on the heroism of wartime nurses, sharing stories of resilience, sacrifices, and their incredible contributions under pressure.

10:02 - A Touching Nurse Story

Tony recounts an impactful story of a nurse comforting a scared soldier during his final moments, highlighting the emotional strength of medical personnel.

10:49 - Florida Woman Antics

A bizarre and humorous turn to modern-day absurdity with a story involving nachos and leggings, accompanied by the usual banter from the hosts.

11:03 - Farewell and Fun

The episode wraps with Scott and Tony encouraging listeners to stay engaged through comments, snarks, and stories.

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Eccentric Events, Curious Chronicles, Outlandish Updates, Laughable News,

Chapters

00:00 - Casual Banter Begins

The speakers open with lighthearted chit-chat, setting a humorous and informal tone.

00:16 - Twins Takeover

A discussion of the unusual occurrence of 15 sets of twins graduating from a New York high school.

01:19 - Family Encounters at the Eyeglass Store

Heartwarming and comedic personal stories about family interactions and granddaughter visits.

02:20 - Bear Escapades in Devon

Two escapee bears in Devon find honey, indulge, and return to their enclosure for a nap.

08:40 - The Bear King of Minnesota

A spotlight on an 800-pound bear receiving what’s possibly the largest dental crown in history, complete with a sparkling smile.

10:08 - Closing Laughs and Reflections

The speakers wrap up with casual humor, reflecting on the oddity and charm of the stories shared.

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Quirky News, Unusual Happenings, Strange Stories, Wacky News, Offbeat Headlines,

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction

A warm, humorous opener introducing today’s topics of mistranslations and an airport debacle.

01:52 - Lost DoorDash Driver on O’Hare Airport Tarmac

A detailed discussion about how a DoorDash driver drove onto one of the world’s busiest airport tarmacs, complete with funny commentary on what might have happened.

09:34 - Japanese Translation Fails

The hosts hilariously recount a series of mistranslated signs and slogans, featuring gems like “Don’t treat me like a potato” and “King of shoot the s***.”

15:47 - Fun Airport Facts and More Banter

A detour into the busiest airports in the U.S. and playful anecdotes from the hosts about traveling quirks.

22:10 - Wrapping Up with Laughter

The hosts tie everything together with witty commentary and a reminder to follow and subscribe for more lighthearted stories

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Bizarre News, Humorous Stories, Weird World News, Odd Events,