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Quick recap

This week’s episode of “That Sounds Funny,” hosted by Keith, Terry, and Jill, featured discussions on personal experiences with extreme cold weather, humorous news stories, and unique word definitions. Keith shared his family’s challenges with frozen pipes and space heaters, while Terry described his snowy adventures and creative use of household items for pet needs. Jill introduced unusual news stories, including a granite rock’s mysterious journey from British Columbia to California and a Baltimore cyclist’s art project using collected hubcaps. The trio also explored humorous word meanings and shared light-hearted final thoughts, including jokes about technology, parenting, and personal anecdotes. The episode concluded with a reminder for listeners to engage with the show through feedback and social media.

Summary

Cold Weather Experiences Shared

Terry shared a humorous story about using a broken bamboo floor protector as a temporary snow disposal solution.

News of the Week

Terry shared a news story about a truck accident on the Poplar Street Bridge in St. Louis Missouri, where yogurt was spilled onto the bridge, and Jill shared a story about a missing granite rock landmark in British Columbia that was later found in California, and Keith shared a story about Barnaby Wickham, a Baltimore cyclist who collects lost hubcaps and transforms them into art, including a 16-foot-wide Snoopy head sculpture. (I think our AI companion got that measurement a little bit wrong.)

Terry shared a story about Veronica, a pet brown cow in Austria, who has been using sticks and brushes to scratch herself for 10 years, leading to a discussion about animal intelligence and the possibility of alien influence. Jill then discussed a coyote that swam to Alcatraz Island, becoming the first of its species to visit, though its current status remains unknown. Keith shared a story about a proposal to replace Punxsutawney Phil with a hologram for Groundhog Day, which sparked a discussion about the ethical treatment of animals and the use of technology in entertainment. The group discussed the retirement of Punxsutawney Phil and PETA’s suggestion to replace him with a hologram, emphasizing the groundhog’s preference for a private life. They also talked about the agricultural tradition of predicting the weather based on groundhog activity and the potential for local clubs to adopt similar practices. Additionally, they shared updates on the Super Bowl, American Idol, and a deer incident at a bank.

Jill’s Weird Words

Jill shared a word list including definitions for “submontane,” “ultracrepidarian,” “rhotacism,” and “conlang.”

French Words and Trump Humor

Terry then presented a humorous top 10 list of reasons why Donald Trump should be removed from office, including his attempts to rename Air Force One and declare National Golf Week.

Anchor Topic

Is the part of the episode we discussed blindness related issues. The group discussed manual skills and handicraft activities, particularly focusing on leatherworking and stitching techniques. Terry shared his experience with leather kits from a local arts store and mentioned having instructions scanned on his computer. Keith suggested exploring recreational therapy options at VA hospitals for accessible crafting activities, while Jill mentioned that a local support group had shifted focus after losing their leader.

Email and Final Thoughts

Keith read a humorous story about a nun adding whiskey to warm milk for a dying Mother Superior, who then regained vigor and advised not to sell the cow.

He also shared a humorous story about a pastor who decided to preach about horseback riding, but had a last moment change of plans. It turned out to be a situation that turned out to be embarrassing for his wife.

As Keith also included a text message sent to our new voicemail line, He also discussed a new feature in the Messages app that allows users to quickly filter unread messages. The show concluded with a series of jokes and humorous observations from the hosts and listeners, followed by a reminder for listeners to visit the show’s website and contact them via various methods.

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Quick recap

The podcast team discussed technical issues with their RSS feed and WordPress hosting, which has been causing their shows to appear late or not at all. They shared personal updates, including Keith’s story about Nathan sleeping with a rat at Jill’s house. The team reviewed several unusual news stories, including a truckload of crabs spilling in Ireland, a bear moving from one California home to another, and a judge in Arizona resigning after being caught urinating in public. Jill led a trivia segment about Hogan’s Heroes, and Terry shared his top 10 list about the history of the NFL’s original 14 teams. The show concluded with a discussion about cloud storage services, particularly Microsoft OneDrive, and the team shared several humorous jokes and final thoughts before signing off.

Summary

The podcast team discussed technical issues with their RSS feed, which has been slow and causing shows to appear late. Keith explained that the problem likely stems from WordPress and is investigating solutions. The team shared personal stories, including Keith’s tale of Nathan sleeping with a rat at Jill’s house, and Jill mentioned watching the movie “Soul on Fire” on Netflix, which tells the story of a boy who survived a devastating garage fire.

News of the Week

The group discussed several news stories, including a semi-truck accident in Ireland where 15,000 crabs were spilled, and an ongoing situation in California where a bear has been evicted from under one house but found a new home under another. Terry mentioned needing to reschedule his colonoscopy, and Keith shared an older story about Baylor coach Nikki Collins discovering a new furry family member after hearing meowing sounds in her car. It was a story about finding a 4-month-old kitten behind a car tire and adopting it, naming it Sailor. Terry recounted a Colorado sheriff’s deputy wrangling loose chickens, and Jill mentioned monkeys running around with a goat in St. Louis. Keith also shared a story about an Arizona judge, Christine Olson, resigning after being caught urinating in public near the courthouse, with her husband interfering with the arrest.

The odd news continues with various topics, including Terry’s experience waking up to an earthquake in central Illinois, which he didn’t feel. They also talked about a British inventor who broke a world record for the fastest wheelie bin speed, reaching 66 miles per hour. Keith and Terry shared their thoughts on unique vehicles and car shows.

Jill’s Trivia Quiz

Jill then led a trivia segment about the TV show Hogan’s Heroes, asking questions about characters and plot details.

The group discussed trivia questions about the TV show Hogan’s Heroes, including details about characters like Sergeant Schultz, Peter Newkirk, and Louis LeBeau. They debated answers to questions about character roles, names, and the show’s theme song.

Terry’s Top 10 List

Terry shared that there are four teams left in the NFL playoffs, with the Broncos facing the Patriots and the Seahawks playing the Rams, leading to a discussion about the history of the NFL, which began in 1920 as the National Football League.

The group discussed early NFL teams, identifying 14 original teams from the 1920s, with several located in Ohio and Illinois. Terry shared that the NFL has since expanded to 32 teams.

Anchor Topic

This is the segment where we discussed blindness related topics. This week the area is on computers. Keith then shared his experience with cloud storage services, particularly comparing Microsoft OneDrive to Google Drive. He noted that while Google Drive had caused system crashes on his computer, OneDrive was more stable but had synchronization issues between devices.

Keith discussed his experience with Microsoft OneDrive, explaining how he resolved synchronization issues by ensuring the app runs at startup. He compared OneDrive to other cloud storage services like Dropbox and Google Drive, highlighting its advantages such as affordable pricing and a full suite of Office apps. Terry shared that he has 9TB of storage space across his computers, and Keith noted the importance of ensuring cloud storage apps are properly set up to avoid synchronization problems.

Email and Final Thoughts

Keith shared two humorous stories: one about a man using a postcard with “spaghetti” as a code to discreetly confirm his mistress’s pregnancy, and another about a woman explaining American football rules, including a humorous detail about Super Bowl 60 being sponsored by strawberry sexual lubricant. The show concluded with a series of jokes and a reminder for listeners to visit their website and leave feedback, with Keith encouraging them to share the show with friends to increase listenership.

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Quick recap

The podcast “That Sounds Funny” hosted by Keith, Terry, and Jill discussed various topics including personal updates, news stories, and a segment on low vision technology. Terry shared his experience with new Meta glasses, describing features like picture and video capture, audio controls, and battery life. The hosts shared humorous listener emails and jokes, and concluded with a segment on top 10 funny podcasts. Throughout the episode, the hosts maintained a light-hearted tone while discussing everything from football games to unusual historical facts and personal anecdotes.

Personal Updates and Sports Discussion

News of the Week

The group discussed several historical and current events. Terry shared that in 1913, children could be mailed through the postal service, with a notable case of a 6-year-old daughter being mailed 53 miles for 73 cents. Jill provided an update on a 550-pound bear that had been living under a California man’s house, causing damage to the basement. Keith reported on the opening of a hermetically sealed Roman sarcophagus in Hungary, which had remained untouched for 1,700 years and contained numerous artifacts. The group also discussed a sky surfing record attempt by Olga Nowulva, who parachuted and snowboarded down Mount Everest at high altitudes.

Jill shared a report about four vervet monkeys on the loose in St. Louis, which authorities were having difficulty capturing. Keith then described a story about a drone dropping contraband items, including steak and crab legs, into a South Carolina prison. Terry concluded by mentioning a world record attempt for the largest polar bear plunge in Washington City, where over 4,000 people participated despite chilly conditions.

Jill’s Weird Words

The group played a word game where Jill led the discussion of various words and their meanings, including “lacuna” (an unfilled space), “shellback” (an experienced sailor who has crossed the equator), “buckram” (stiff cloth used in book covers), and “camp phenology” (the practice of bell ringing). They also discussed words like “maca bait” (an instigator) and “diluvial” (related to floods).

Terry’s Top 10 List

Terry introduced a top 10 list of the funniest podcasts, which included various comedy podcasts, with Terry sharing his top 10 list including shows like “Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me”And “The Dollop.”

Anchor Topic

They then transitioned to their main topic, low vision, and Terry described his experience with meta glasses, which he humorously compared to “glorified birth control glasses.” He explained that the glasses have adjustable tint settings and come with a case, though he noted he was advised not to put them in his pocket.

Terry explained their features, charging process, and limitations. He mentioned that the glasses can take pictures and videos, control music, and answer phone calls, but are not waterproof and require careful handling. Keith and Jill discussed the glasses’ battery life and potential issues with water damage. Terry also described a feature where the glasses can identify objects by scanning them, which he found useful.

Email and Final’s

Keith shares an email about the unique way that a man begins dating a woman. He followed it with an email that a school principal had in dealing with 12-year-old girls.

The conversation concluded with the hosts sharing jokes and signing off for the week.

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Quick recap

The meeting began with a discussion about a medical incident involving Keith’s granddaughter and her ongoing recovery, followed by the group sharing their New Year’s Eve experiences and various personal anecdotes. The conversation then shifted to a discussion about McDonald’s menu history and several light-hearted news stories, including stories about monkeys and dinosaur footprints. The conversation ended with a game show trivia quiz hosted by Jill, followed by discussions about New Year’s resolutions and technical aspects of digital devices, before ending with humorous stories and contact information for listeners.

Summary

Keith, Jill, and Terry discussed a recent incident involving Keith’s granddaughter who swallowed a nail on New Year’s Day. Despite initial concerns, the nail was not found in the emergency room, leading to a hospital stay where she was monitored for its progress through her colon. Keith shared that Adrian was discharged but must continue monitoring her bowel movements for the nail’s removal. The family expressed concern about the incident, with Terry suggesting using a magnet to extract the nail, while Keith emphasized the importance of teaching children not to put foreign objects in their mouths.

The group discussed their New Year’s Eve experiences, with Jill mentioning she had to go to the doctor for blood work despite good results, and Terry sharing that he missed the New York Times Square ball drop after falling asleep. They also discussed Terry’s recent incident where he spilled a pitcher of water on his desk, damaging some equipment, and Keith mentioned that McDonald’s McRib’s are actually made from pork shoulder and other pork parts, similar to how chicken nuggets are made from ground chicken.

News of the Week

Jill shared a humorous story about a monkey causing chaos in a Nashville music store, which led to a discussion about escaped monkeys in the southern United States. Keith then shared a heartwarming story about a sea otter pup being reunited with its mother using a recorded distress call played through a Bluetooth speaker.

Terry shared a news story about the Bears vs. Lions football game and a humorous AI transcription error where a police officer’s body camera mistakenly transcribed “frog” instead of “fog.” Keith shared a story about 16,000 fossil footprints discovered in Bolivia, which scientists determined belonged to theropod dinosaurs, though the purpose of the footprints remains unclear. The conversation concluded with a brief discussion about how dinosaur footprints are preserved in rock over millions of years.

Jill’s Trivia Quiz

Jill hosted a game show trivia quiz, where she tested Keith and Terry’s knowledge of various game shows. They discussed different shows, including Newlywed Game, Love Connection, and Match Game. Jill explained the rules for answering questions and allowed participants to buzz in with their responses. The quiz covered a range of game shows from different eras, and participants were able to identify some of the hosts and formats.

Terry’s Top 10 List

Terry shared a humorous top 10 list of New Year’s resolutions, including going to the gym and driving past it daily, and learning a new language like “sarcastic teenager.”

Anchor Topic

The group discussed the DA2 player, with Terry revealing the location of the power button on the right side near the USB ports and explaining how to navigate the menus using the orange button for settings and the shelf key for toggling between lowercase, uppercase, and numeric modes.

Terry and Keith discussed the functionality of a new digital player, focusing on its compatibility with a USB keyboard for easier navigation and book selection. Terry shared insights from a call with the library, confirming that users can log into the player on the Bard website to update their Wishlist and download books without needing to add a new player. They noted the player’s durability and weight, comparing it to the Victor Reader, and discussed the potential for using a Bluetooth keyboard for better portability. Terry also mentioned tinkering with meta glasses and the possibility of customizing their lenses, while Keith mentioned not receiving his sunglasses from the previous year.

Email and Final Thoughts

Keith shared a humorous email about golfing firefighters and a father-son story involving George Washington.

The final word from our AI companions

The meeting primarily revolved around a light-hearted discussion of New Year’s resolutions, jokes, and humorous anecdotes shared among Keith, Jill, and Terry. They exchanged various jokes and funny stories, including references to Netflix, New Year’s traditions, and personal anecdotes. Keith encouraged listeners to share their funny family stories and questions about blindness, and he reminded everyone to visit their website for the latest episodes. The conversation ended with Keith signing off and providing contact information for listeners to contribute to the show.

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Quick recap

The meeting began with personal travel experiences, including dietary preferences and climate adjustments. The group then covered various news stories and unusual events, ranging from rejected license plates to a robot setting a badminton record, before transitioning to a detailed demonstration of a DA2 digital player and its features. The conversation ended with humorous stories and jokes, followed by a reminder about listener ratings and upcoming episodes.

Summary

Terry shared his travel experiences, including an incident where his suitcase vibrated due to an accidentally activated beard trimmer, and mentioned his adjustment to the warm climate in Chicago, which contrasted with the cold back home. They also talked about dietary preferences, with Terry recounting a conversation with a Wisconsin resident who avoids cheese and discussed his own meal preferences during his hospital stay. Terry mentions the consistent menu of pot roast served at the facility.

Terry and Keith discussed the poor quality of food and service at the hospital cafeteria at Hines, noting that meals were served on Styrofoam plates with plastic utensils since November. Terry mentioned giving braille calendars to Maggie from the Madison County Blind, to be distributed to veterans during exit interviews.

News of the Week

Due to technology issues Terry passes the torch to Jill to get the segment started. She shared an update on a hibernating bear under a California man’s house, which had been lured into a cage by wildlife officials but ended up capturing the wrong bear. Terry then shared a story about Illinois officials revealing rejected personalized license plates from 2025, including one that read “I be poopin’.”

Keith shared details about the auction of the final run of pennies in the United States, where 232 sets of three pennies sold for $16.76 million, with the last penny sold for $8,000. They also discussed the historical value of pennies and the changing cost of penny candy over the years. Jill mentioned a story about a Japanese company building a robot, though the details were not fully explored.

The unusual news stories continue, including a robot setting a world record for consecutive badminton returns against humans, a horse knocking over a mailbox in Florida, and police recovering a stolen Faberge egg in New Zealand. Terry shared a story about a West Coast fast food chain, In-N-Out Burger, removing the number 67 from their ticket order system due to a viral trend.

Jill’s Weird Words

Before Jill can get her first word out, Terry has more technical difficulty. Will he make it back in time for his top 10 list? Jill introduces a word game, where participants had to guess the meaning of “Verso” and “e-Phyllis.”

Terry’s Top 10 List

He makes it back just in time, and Terry shared his top 10 list of things reindeer do when it’s not Christmas. They then transitioned to discussing Terry’s new book reader from the NLS library, which he brought to Heinz for instruction. Keith helped identify features of the device, including USB ports, a cartridge slot, and the possibility of connecting a QWERTY keyboard for entering passwords and book titles.

Anchor Topic

This is the segment or we talk about blindness related issues. Since Terry is now receiving extra training, we turn the segment over to him so we can share what his goals are to learn.

Terry demonstrated the functionality of a DA2 digital player, including its buttons, features, and navigation. He explained how to use various buttons for tasks like playing books, adjusting settings, and accessing the user guide. Keith and Jill provided clarifications and asked questions to better understand the device’s capabilities. They discussed the possibility of covering more features in a future session.

Email and Final Thoughts

Keith reads emails from listeners, but Terry expressed a preference for emails about real experiences rather than dreams or visions.

Keith shared a humorous story about St. Peter at the gates of heaven, where he compared the rewards given to different individuals based on their earthly deeds. He followed it up with the story about a man whose wife discovered he made bets on horses.

The final word from our AI companion

The group then engaged in a lighthearted exchange of jokes, with Terry and Jill contributing their own humorous anecdotes. The episode concluded with Keith encouraging listeners to leave ratings and feedback, and reminding them to check for new episodes every Thursday.

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Quick recap

your podcast hosts began by sharing personal anecdotes about property values and home improvements, including experiences with refinancing and finding lost items. They then discussed various Christmas-themed topics, including movies, news stories, and unusual collections, while also playing word games and trivia about different subjects. The conversation concluded with a focus on accessible religious services for visually impaired individuals, including discussions about transportation, accommodations, and fellowship activities.

Summary

Keith shared that his house’s value had increased significantly over the years, prompting him to consider refinancing. Terry recounted finding his lost wedding ring and necklace, which led to a fight with his wife. They also touched on the importance of curb appeal in determining a house’s value and the potential for property values to rise over time. Jill shared her enjoyment of a J.D. Robb book, and Terry mentioned a new library book machine that allows direct downloading of books. Keith recommended a Christmas movie, “Oh What Fun,” which he described as a humorous story about a competitive mother who is left home alone and ultimately wins a Best Mom award.

News of the Week

We feature various Christmas-related topics, including the number of songs typically sung during the holiday season and a humorous story about a Swedish man teaching his octopus to play “Baby Shark” on a custom keyboard. Keith shared an interesting story about a Mississippi restaurant that uses lazy Susans for family-style dining, noting its historical significance and the social connections it fosters among diners. The conversation concluded with some speculation about how the restaurant manages to serve food efficiently using the lazy Susan setup.

we discuss the escapades of two reindeer named Cookie and Noelle that were loose on a Los Angeles freeway. They also shared stories about a German man who collects over 11,000 unique snow globes, including rare and themed versions from Star Wars and Harry Potter. The conversation concluded with a discussion about a Harvard professor who was sentenced to prison for selling cadaver body parts as Christmas ornaments, including a man’s face, which raised questions about the disposal and reuse of donated bodies for medical research.

Finally, Terry shared a story about a Colorado neighborhood protesting the removal of a 20-foot inflatable Santa Claus by their HOA.

Jill’s Trivia Quiz

The group played a word game about “ology” terms, with Jill and Keith discussing various definitions before moving on to a quiz about religious texts. (Okay, I guess we did that. I think RAI can pain the mess of those off during the segment.)

Terry’s Top 10 List

Terry then shared a humorous “Top 10” list about Santa Claus’s activities after Christmas, including Netflix binges, elf karaoke, and reindeer spa days.

Anchor Topic

this is the part of the show we talk about blindness related rehabilitation and accessibility issues. Today we borrow a topic that was featured recently on the Hadley podcast, and deals with attending religious services. It also fits in with the area of orientation and mobility.

Keith shared his experience with church transportation and accessibility, emphasizing the importance of having multiple ride options and clear communication about service activities. He described how his son, who couldn’t drive due to vision issues, was denied a simple ride request by a local church, highlighting a missed opportunity for church engagement. The discussion also covered the practical aspects of attending church services, including the benefits of standing for singing and the need for clear verbal cues during liturgical activities.

the group discussed options for receiving digital documents, hymnals, and audio materials. Keith shared his experience with a Braille hymnal and the website he built for better access to read it. He emphasized the importance of pre-reading songs and lesson materials. They also touched on the challenges of participating in fellowship activities and the benefits of advocating for accommodations.

Email and Final Thoughts

Due to some technical issues, we only have one email today. It was sent in by anonymous and deals with a life-changing moment for a career change was made.

The final word from RAI companion

The conversation concluded with a review of humorous Christmas-themed jokes and a reminder for listeners to check out the show’s webpage and social media channels.

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Quick recap

The podcast episode featured Keith, Jill, and Terry discussing various Christmas-themed topics, including car theft, holiday traditions, and Christmas carols. They shared personal anecdotes and jokes, and Jill presented a list of unusual Christmas words. The hosts engaged in a trivia quiz about classic Christmas carols and movies. They also read listener emails and shared humorous Christmas jokes. The episode concluded with a reminder for listeners to check out their webpage for recent shows and to take advantage of an Audible book affiliation link before it expires on December 31st.

Summary

Keith, Jill, and Terry discussed recent events, including a mysterious incident involving Robin’s van being damaged and driven 120 miles by an unknown person. They explored options for securing their property with security cameras and discussed a device called the Harman Spark for tracking vehicles.

News of the Week

Terry tries to share some light-hearted news stories, including a reindeer that escaped from an event in England and a man who encountered a bear while adjusting his security camera, until we realize that Jill Artie shared the stories previously.

Jill shared an unusual news story, about a record-breaking kissing event under a mistletoe in St. Louis. Keith had a story about an Oklahoma state trooper helping deliver a baby on the side of the highway. Terry’s next news item is about a National Highways report of over 40,000 abandoned items found on roadsides in England. They also shared stories about a woman giving birth in a Waymo taxi and a Michigan mother delivering her fourth child in a McDonald’s parking lot, with the baby receiving the nickname “McTilly.” It was a remarkable story of a woman who gave birth in a McDonald’s parking lot, with no complications for either her or the baby, and shared the family’s experience on social media. They also talked about a deer that broke into a Christmas-themed store in Tennessee, causing a bit of chaos before being freed.

Jill’s Weird Words

Jill introduced several Christmas-related words, including “wassail,” “Hanukkah,” and “Kwanzaa,” explaining their origins and meanings. The conversation touched on the Festival of Lights and the Jewish miracle it represents, as well as the made-up holiday Kwanzaa.

The group continued to discuss various holiday traditions and origins, including Kwanzaa, Yule, Christmas, Boxing Day, and Santa Claus. They explored the history and cultural significance of these celebrations, with Keith and Jill sharing interesting facts about their origins.

Terry’s Top 10 List

Terry shared a humorous top 10 list of things children ask Santa Claus for, highlighting whimsical and imaginative wishes. The conversation concluded with a trivia quiz about classic Christmas carols, with Jill participating in answering a question.

Anchor Topic

Instead of our usual segment on blindness related issues, Keith led a Christmas-themed trivia session with Jill and Terry, covering carols, movies, and songs. They discussed various Christmas songs and their origins, including “Silent Night,” “Joy to the World,” and “White Christmas.” Keith also asked questions about Christmas movies, such as “The Polar Express” and “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.”

Email and Final Thoughts

Keith talked about a story from Dudley Renfro about an encounter with a Native American chief. He also read one from a lady who encountered an elderly couple in the park. Finally, we share a voicemail. It’s about Santa having an accident while delivering his toys.

The final word from our AI companion

The group shared Christmas-themed jokes and humor, with Terry and Jill contributing heavily to the laughter. Keith announced that this would be the last episode before Christmas, encouraging listeners to check their webpage for recent shows and to take advantage of an Audible book affiliation link that closes on December 31st. The conversation ended with a reminder of their voicemail number for listener engagement.

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Quick recap

The podcast team discussed personal updates and upcoming events, including holiday parties and travel plans. They shared and discussed several unusual news stories and trivia questions about historical events. The conversation ended with a comedy show featuring Christmas and Thanksgiving-themed jokes, followed by an invitation for listeners to share their funny family stories and questions about blindness.

Summary

Keith mentioned his church’s Christmas party preparations, while Jill recounted a humorous story about following a recipe for salad. Terry shared that she received a call from Heinz, inviting her to visit their facility. (She? Her? Terry, is there something you should be telling us about? I hope it’s only that our AI companion is a little confused.) The conversation concluded with brief mentions of upcoming parties and social events.

Terry discussed his upcoming trip to Chicago on December 29th and shared personal updates, including his recent birthday and ongoing efforts to sell a building and empty a house. They also talked about Terry’s experience with ordering and receiving incorrect USB charging cords from Amazon, which he plans to return.

News of the Week

Terry discussed a French daredevil who holds a world record for bungee jumping, having jumped 765 times in one day and at 16 different locations over 8 years. Jill shared a story about a 25-foot-tall Christmas tree made from over 1,000 biodegradable balloons in England, created by balloon specialist Naomi Spencer as a charity fundraiser. The conversation concluded with Terry mentioning that Charlie Brown’s Christmas special first aired in 1965, which led to a decline in sales of artificial Christmas trees.

Keith shared a bizarre news story about a Thai woman who was found alive in her coffin just before cremation, after her brother brought her 300 miles to a Bangkok hospital where she had expressed a wish to donate organs. The hospital refused to accept her body without a death certificate, and the temple where she was brought initially refused her as well, but later agreed to cover her hospital costs after hearing knocking from the coffin. Terry then discussed a man in England who built a motorized garden shed that reached a top speed of 123.43 miles per hour, comparing it to a 1960s/70s TV show where a family had a car and a coffin that doubled as a family car.

Jill shared a story about a rare Pokémon card worth $30,000 that was traded in at a GameStop, highlighting the store’s generous trade-in policy. The conversation concluded with Keith and Jill discussing a bizarre 911 call about a bald eagle dropping a dead cat through a motorist’s windshield in North Carolina.

Jill’s Trivia Quiz

They then played a trivia game about various topics, with Terry and Keith participating and providing answers. The segment concluded with a discussion about historical events that occurred on April 12th, including the start of the Civil War and the deaths of FDR and Kennedy. (Kennedy? I think our AI companion needs to listen a little closer.)

Terry’s Top 10 List

Terry shared a list of favorite children’s foods.

Anchor Topic

They then discussed a topic about blindness rehabilitation services, specifically focusing on Hadley’s peer-to-peer support system which matches blind individuals with others who share similar interests, with about 75% of matches maintaining contact over three years.

The group discussed the benefits of peer support for blind individuals, highlighting the therapeutic value of socializing with others who share similar experiences. The peer support emphasizes the importance of community and mutual support. Terry inquired about the acronym “BRAS” at the VA, which Keith clarified might stand for “Blind Rehab Occupational Specialist.”

Email and Final Thoughts

Kees then shifted to reading and discussing humorous emails, including one about a woman struggling to board a bus and another about a daughter returning her father’s credit card at her wedding.

Final observations from our AI companion

Keith hosted a comedy show featuring Christmas and Thanksgiving-themed jokes, puns, and humorous anecdotes. Terry and Jill participated in the show, sharing jokes and experiencing technical difficulties with their audio equipment. Keith encouraged listeners to visit their website, subscribe to their podcast, and leave ratings and reviews. The show concluded with Keith inviting listeners to call in with their funny family stories or questions about blindness.

Written by AI, edited as needed by Keith.

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Quick recap

The siblings Keith, Terry, and Jill shared personal updates and anecdotes, including discussions about an Audible affiliate program, upcoming birthdays, and recent car accidents. The group exchanged humorous stories about winter weather and snow-related incidents before transitioning to sharing unusual news stories and defining various words. The conversation ended with discussions about holiday activities, including baking and decorations, and ended with reminders for listeners to support the podcast through ratings and reviews.

Summary

Keith announced a new Audible affiliate program running until December 31st, offering a $1 deal for the first three months. Terry shared that he would be celebrating his birthday on December 6th and humorously requested listeners to send him money. Jill mentioned her grandson’s 18th birthday and a recent car accident involving three vehicles. The siblings exchanged lighthearted stories about snow, shoveling, and driving in wintry conditions, with Terry recalling a buried car in Michigan and Keith sharing a humorous encounter with a snowplow.

The group discussed recent snowfall, with Terry sharing his method for managing snowplow piles and Keith recounting an incident involving Robin tripping and breaking her glasses. Terry described helping his wife order Amazon items and mentioned ordering flamingo-themed gifts for their grandson.

News of the Week

just before we start the segment, Terry has some connection trouble, so Keith shared several unusual news stories, including sheep herding in Nuremberg, a deer incident at Holiday World, and a reindeer escape in England. Terry read about a Chinese robot setting a world record for a humanoid robot walk, while Jill shared a story about a California man discovering a black bear living under his house. Terry concluded with an update about a teddy bear that was launched into the stratosphere and went missing.

Jill’s Weird Words

The group discussed and defined eight words, including cadre (a small group of specially trained people), forfend (to avoid or prevent), gregarious (outgoing and sociable), outré (unusual and startling), constellate (to gather together to form a cluster), trichromatic (using three colors), bon vivant (a person who enjoys a luxurious lifestyle), and ossified (to turn into bones or become hardened).

Terry’s Top 10 List

Terry shared a humorous top 10 list of things not to do in the snow, including driving too fast, walking on icy surfaces without proper footwear, and ignoring frostbite or hypothermia warning signs. Keith and Jill joined in with comments and additional tips.

Anchor Topic

The conversation then shifted to a discussion about manual skills and hobbies, particularly focusing on holiday decorations, as part of their blindness rehabilitation segment. They encouraged listeners to call or email with questions about blindness and manual skills.

The group discussed holiday baking activities, with Jill and Keith sharing their experiences making Christmas decorations and cookies. Terry mentioned ordering Christmas cookies and revealed their oven was working again after a year-long break, leading to plans for making cookies this year. The conversation highlighted that blind individuals can participate in baking activities with appropriate adaptations, such as using parchment paper for easy cookie removal and serving as effective timers for hearing-impaired family members.

Email and Final Thoughts

Keith and Terry discussed a variety of emails and jokes, including Thanksgiving stories and humorous anecdotes about a grumpy Prof.

The final word from our AI companion

They shared light-hearted conversations about family traditions, personal experiences, and funny observations. The conversation ended with a reminder for listeners to support the podcast by telling friends, leaving ratings and reviews, and sharing their own funny stories.

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Summary

Keith, Jill, and Terry discussed their recent shopping experiences, particularly at men’s clothing stores. Keith shared details about purchasing anniversary suits, while Terry mentioned buying multiple suits, shirts, and ties. They also briefly talked about Jill’s daughter visiting from Kansas and Terry’s recent belt adjustment due to weight loss.

News of the Week

The group discussed several odd news stories, including mysterious ocean bubbles off the California coast caused by fiber optic cable testing, and a 95-year-old Texas bus driver who holds the record for being the world’s oldest bus driver. They also covered the discovery that Chicago’s famous “rat hole” landmark was likely created by a squirrel or muskrat rather than a rat, as determined by researchers who studied the impressions and compared them to local animal measurements. The conversation ended with a brief mention of an AI-powered teddy bear being removed from sale in Singapore after researchers found it could engage in inappropriate sexual conversations.

The unusual news stories continue with a woman with the world’s largest afro, and a record-breaking attempt by David Rush balancing bowling balls on a unicycle.

Jill’s Weird Words

Jill has a short list for the group to discuss slang words and jargon, including “jargoon zirconia” and “rumbustious.” They then reviewed a list of words, including “treacle” and “immutable.”

Terry’s Top 10 List

Terry shared his top 10 favorite breakfast cereals, which included Froot Loops, Lucky Charms, and Cinnamon Toast Crunch. The conversation concluded with a brief discussion about adding marshmallows to cereal and a recipe for Butterfinger Fudge.

Anchor Topic

The topic for our anchor segment is all about computers. Keith discussed the renewal of his JAWS screen reading software Service Maintenance Agreement (SMA), which typically costs $200-225 for 3 years of licensing. He learned that if he doesn’t renew before October 31st, the price will increase to $690 per year for a home license, which he found unacceptable. Keith mentioned that while NVDA is a free alternative, it lacks some of JAWS’ shortcut commands that work with Dragon for dictation. The discussion concluded with Keith planning to call JAWS to understand the change in pricing structure before deciding whether to renew his SMA.

Email and Final THOUGHTS

Keith shares emails including a story about finding a dead cat and a humorous email about God’s perspective on humanity.

The final word from our AI companion.

They discussed the importance of communication in relationships and shared light-hearted observations about everyday life. The conversation ended with a call for listeners to share their own funny family stories and information about supporting the show through donations and Audible book affiliate links.

Show Notes written by AI, edited as needed by Keith.

Sponsored by: Retro Radio Podcast. Bringing you family-friendly entertainment through classic, old-time radio. Episodes are posted daily. Keith and his Retrobots share everything in his collection from the days of vintage radio. Adventure, comedy, detective, westerns, and lots in between. If you don’t hear your favorite show, just ask Visit the web page today, https://retro-otr.com