Sharknado in Real Life and Other Hilarious News - Episode 970

On the latest episode of This is True, Really News, podcast hosts Scot Combs and Tony Verkinnes deliver a laugh-out-loud mix of quirky and bizarre real-life news stories. From a hammerhead shark falling out of the sky to a robbery gone completely wrong, this episode highlights the strange (but true) side of daily life. With their trademark humor and quick wit, Scot and Tony ensure you’ll be entertained from start to finish.

Here’s what you’ll get in this episode:

• A Florida woman creating chaos at a La Quinta Inn.
• An osprey's unexpected catch turning into a Sharknado-like mystery, complete with a hammerhead shark dropping at a disc golf course in South Carolina.
• The tale of robbers stealing (wait for it) talcum powder, and other unintentionally comical crimes.
• A suspect who tried robbing Taco John’s, failed, then calmly sat down to eat.

Each story is served with sharp humor, playful banter, and a dash of absurdity that will keep you chuckling long after the episode ends. Listen to the full episode for an unconventional and hilarious take on current events.

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Chapters

00:00 - Garden, Gun, and Chaos Ensues  

The hosts introduce the episode with their wild signature humor and preview a bizarre lineup of stories.  

00:56 - Woman Arrested at La Quinta Inn  

A Florida woman turns a La Quinta Inn into her personal playground, involving fire suppression systems and a stolen dog.  

03:12 - Sharknado at a Disc Golf Course  

A hammerhead shark literally falls out of the sky in South Carolina, creating confusion and laughs.  

06:27 - Robbery Gone Wrong  

Would-be robbers in Philadelphia steal talcum powder. The driest crime you’ve ever heard of.  

07:53 - Locked in Jail  

Three burglars manage to trap themselves in an abandoned jail and end up calling 911 for help.  

10:23 - Marinara Mayhem and Beyond  

A series of wild, food-related mishaps, including a marinara sauce attack and Taco John's suspect with questionable decision-making skills.  

12:19 - Bonus Shenanigans  

The episode wraps up with bonus criminal stories and plenty of laughs as Scot and Tony riff on their way out.  

If you’re looking for a humorous take on real-life absurdities, this episode is a can’t-miss. Tune in now on your favorite podcast platform and prepare for non-stop laughs.