That Don‘t Sound Right

In this episode of That Don’t Sound Right, hosts Peter and Cecil welcome Dr. Cooper Scurry for a fascinating look at the history, traditions, and unexpected perks of University of North Carolina basketball JV team.

Cooper shares how the UNC JV program evolved from the old freshman basketball team under legendary coach Dean Smith, what it was like going through open tryouts at the Dean Dome, and the experience of being ar...

In this episode, Peter and Cecil get into one of Cecil's long-running hobbies: rock tumbling. What starts with an ordinary-looking rock can end with a polished little treasure—and Cecil explains why the process is so addictive.

The conversation explores how rock tumblers work, the different stages of the grit-and-polish process, and what happens when rough stones spend weeks being tumbled, shaped, smoothed, and polished. They...

In this episode, Peter and Cecil take a nostalgic—and occasionally painful—trip back to the 1980s martial-arts craze.

Remember when you could walk through the mall and find stores packed with nunchucks, throwing stars, butterfly knives, martial-arts practice gear, and all kinds of equipment that seemed incredibly cool to a kid in the ’80s?

Peter and Cecil reminisce about learning martial-arts moves, experimenting ...

It's time to open the That Don't Sound Right listener mailbag!

In this episode, Peter and Cecil respond to a stack of listener emails covering everything from the stainless-steel cup craze and old-school weather phone lines and almanacs to memorable Tannerite stories, explosions, and the strange things people remember from before everything was online.

The conversation also circles back to some of the show's favorite themes, includ...

Could artificial intelligence eventually make money and currency obsolete?

In this episode, Peter and Cecil tackle Elon Musk's provocative idea that AI and advanced technology could someday create a world where currency is no longer necessary. But what would that actually look like?

The conversation quickly turns into a battle between two very different visions of the future: Gene Roddenberry's Star Trek, where money has largely di...

Have you ever tried to mind your own business… and completely failed? We realized we're becoming exactly the kind of people Dr. Rick warns us about. From unsolicited chainsaw advice to explaining car paint, we're starting to wonder: are we becoming our parents?

In this episode of That Don’t Sound Right, Peter and Cecil talk about the Progressive Dr. Rick commercials—and the uncomfortable realization that they're ...

For mechanics, few sounds are more exciting than the arrival of the tool truck. In this episode, Peter and Cecil climb aboard the world of Snap-on, Mac Tools, and Matco Tools, exploring the unique culture, craftsmanship, and temptation that have made these rolling tool stores legendary.

The hosts share stories from their own experiences with tool cribs, warranty replacements, toolbox envy, and the unwritten hierarchy of professiona...

Artificial intelligence is getting harder to recognize—but can you still tell when you're talking to a human?

In this episode, Peter and Cecil tackle one of today's most fascinating questions by exploring the Turing Test, the thought experiment designed to determine whether a machine can successfully imitate a person. From there, the conversation takes an unexpected turn into the idea of a reverse Turing test: What happens wh...

What if you could save money by buying fuel when prices are low and storing it for later? Is investing in a slip tank actually a smart idea—or just another project that sounds better in theory than in practice?

In this episode, Peter and Cecil fuel up for a conversation about slip tanks, pickup transfer tanks, farm fuel storage, and even the massive milk tankers and fuel trailers that spark every tinker's imagination. They cr...

This week, Peter and Cecil tackle one of the most legendary—and controversial—sporting events in the world: the Isle of Man TT. Held on the winding public roads of a small island in the Irish Sea, this iconic motorcycle race has captivated fans for more than a century with breathtaking speeds, incredible skill, and undeniable danger.

The hosts explore the famous 37.73-mile Mountain Course, featuring more than 219 turns,...

This week, Peter and Cecil take a nostalgic trip through one of America's most beloved traditions—the county fair. From prize-winning hay bales and giant gourds to elaborate LEGO creations, decorated vegetables, homemade crafts, baked goods, and collections you never knew people judged, they explore the wonderfully quirky competitions that make local fairs so memorable.

Along the way, the conversation drifts into childhood me...

Have you ever thought about starting a podcast but weren't sure where to begin? In this episode, Peter and Cecil share everything they've learned from producing hundreds of episodes of That Don't Sound Right. Whether you're dreaming of launching your first show or wondering what it really takes to keep one going, this conversation is full of practical advice and honest encouragement.

The hosts discuss why the hardest—and most...

In this episode, Peter and Cecil welcome financial planner Jason for a conversation about one of the most powerful—and often overlooked—forces in personal finance: compound interest.

Jason breaks down how money can grow over time through the "snowball effect" of compounding, explaining why starting early often matters more than investing large amounts later in life. Through relatable examples and easy-to-understand illu...

As the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament winds down this week, That Don’t Sound Right dives into one of the biggest stories in tournament history with special guest Glenn, who brings firsthand knowledge and behind-the-scenes insight from the docks, the boats, and the Gulf Stream.

That Don’t Sound Right is a podcast about talking—the way we did before the internet, when you couldn’t instantly fact-check everyth...

On this episode of That Don’t Sound Right, hosts Peter and Cecil venture into the wild world of bear deterrents, starting with a story from Japan that sounds almost too bizarre to be true: the Monster Wolf—a solar-powered, fur-covered robotic wolf equipped with flashing lights and more than 50 sounds designed to frighten away bears.

As reports of bear encounters increase, the guys explore whether a mechanical predator i...

In this episode, Peter and Cecil take a closer look at the growing network of automated license-plate readers known as Flock and the grassroots Deflock movement that tracks and maps those cameras. What starts as a discussion about crime prevention quickly expands into a larger conversation about privacy, surveillance, technology, and the trade-offs communities face in an increasingly monitored world.

The hosts explore how modern ca...

On this episode of That Don’t Sound Right, co-hosts Peter and Cecil welcome fellow podcasters Jen and Brandy from Heavy Pour of Jen and Brandy for a thoughtful, funny, and surprisingly deep conversation about the connection between joy and pain.

The discussion explores how Jen and Brandy’s podcast began, why people are drawn to sharing honest stories, and how healing sometimes shows up in unexpected places—from ba...

On this episode of That Don’t Sound Right, hosts Peter and Cecil hit the trail—literally—as they explore the legendary Trans-America Trail, the massive off-road route stretching from coast to coast across the United States.

Depending on the route, the trail can run more than 4,200–5,000 miles, winding through backroads, dirt tracks, mountain passes, remote towns, and places most travelers never see. Peter an...

On this episode of That Don’t Sound Right, Peter and Cecil wade into one of the great outdoor debates: can you really predict what animals are going to do?

From fishing forecasts in old almanacs to deer movement charts, moon phases, barometric pressure, turkey season lore, and generations of hunting wisdom, the guys explore the long tradition of people trying to “read” nature before heading outdoors. Do fish bite ...