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Odd News we simply did not have the time to cover.

On the last episode of Odd News+ for 2024, we talk about stories that we didn't talk about.

Every year there are are more odd news stories than we can fit into 31 days of shows. But that's all the time we have during the Dog Days of Podcasting. So, as we have done in years past, we're taking time in this last episode to give you some idea of what other odd news was out there begging to be covered.  

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Sweden loves this particular pizza pairing.

In the penultimate episode of Odd News+ for 2024, we travel to Sweden and bite into a strange pizza combination. Plus, your daily horoscope and a new attempt to compare apples and oranges.

We've covered some strange pizza stories, but perhaps none so strange as what Sweden has done to the traditional pizza pie.

If you're a Scorpio, today's daily horoscope is all about you!

We've tried to compare apples and oranges before. But, this time, we're sending out lab mice to investigate this eternal conundrum.

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A new challenge for a classic hair style.

In this edition of Odd New+, we find a competition that tries to find the perfect hairstyle. Plus, the next generation of whole-body sprays and a unique way to avoid embarrassment this year when regifting presents.

Mullets aren't just for partying. Or business. Find out how one competition seeks to fine the best of the best in hair helmets.

If you're current whole-body spray doesn't do enough to make you the talk of the town, this new product is for you!

A new service hopes to end regifting problems in the most complicated way possible.

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Roadside signs engage in a battle of wit.

On today's Odd News+ we visit a town where signs are doing all the talking. Plus, news on an autograph scheme and topiary gardens.

Businesses in Morehead City ,North Carolina are engaged in a very punny battle.

If you collect autographs from celebrities at conventions, we have news about a recent scheme that is rocking the collectibles world.

Sculpting realistic people and animals out of vegetation is hard. The Middle-Aged Farmer's Almanac may be able to help. 

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We dive into a great lake story.

As we continue with our Dog Days of Podcasting "Odd News+" series, today we talk about a man with great ambitions to cross a lake. Plus it's time for pumpkin spice everything and new NASCAR rules.

Jim Dreyer wants to swim across Lake Michigan in the worst way. And he may just do it!

The Fall and pumpkin spice seem to be forever intertwined. A new product may help make that bond even spicier.

NASCAR drivers have been given a heads up that they need to keep their eyes on these rule changes.

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An ancient mystery about ancient things.

Today on Odd News+ we go back several thousand years to investigate a Tolkein-related mystery. Plus, coffee vs tea and your daily horoscope.

An Indonesian island holds the key to a mystery about a special early human cousin. Could it be Bilbo Baggins?

If you're a Gemini, today's horoscope is for you. Pay attention to the advice. It could save you a trip.

We want to settle the debate over coffee vs. tea. And we know exactly who can help us.

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Maneuvering through space with echolocation.

On today's episode of Odd News+, we report on a man who uses bat-like skills, plus, an enforceable ruling on clothing and the MMA is all-in on a new trend.

A blind man has improved on the art of echolocation to identify the objects and obstacles around him.

Wearing white after Labor Day now has consequences.

Mixed Martial Arts has joined in on a new trend that emphasizes calm and mindfulness.

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Litterbugs are a real pest in this town.

On this edition of Odd News+ we report on a town that has had enough of litterbugs. The trash is out of control. Plus tips on wallpapering your home and news about ancient Egypt.

The town of Babylon, New York has developed a reputation for being trashy. In fact, there is so much trash in town, they've taken extreme measures to combat the problem.

Have you ever tried to wallpaper a room? Lucas, the repair person who comes in to fix things in the comedy4cast studio offers some advice.

It's hard to believe that there are more mummies out there to be unearthed, but it appears to have happened.

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A very cheesy collection of pizza items.

A #PizzaFriday episode of our month-long Dog Days of Podcasting series entitled Odd News+. We talk about a pizza museum that has it all, find out about a retro item poised to make a comeback and a unique mall conversion.

Located in Philadelphia, "Pizza Brain" is a combination museum and pizzeria. We talk about what you will find in this unique shop.

Sony is attempting to bring back one of its most popular items. Will it work?

Empty malls can be a problem. Some have been torn down, but we discuss an interesting alternative.

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Digital switching may not help your mood.

On today's Odd News+ we cover a new report on better ways to fight boredom. Plus, your daily horoscope and the latest in AI news.

A new study finds that the way we use our phones to fight boredom may actually be making us even more bored.

Today's horoscope brings great news for all the Aquarius out there. (Aquarii?). 

And a new development in the world of AI will have us talking less and hating it more.

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