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Scot Combs and Tony Verkinnes dive into the 2025 Christmas food rankings—from standing rib roast to peppermint bark debates! We discover a hilariously "signed" Bible in a bookstore, expose a San Diego parking officer caught faking tickets on Tesla's sentry cam, and debate the wildest typo ever: "We prostitute shoplifters." Plus, Virginia's ABC liquor stores explained, baseball legends like Freddie Lynn and Ty Cobb, and why you DON'T want a crotch pot for cooking. From lasagna traditions to concussion protocol in wrestling, this mailbag episode has it all!

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Hosts: Scot Combs and Tony Verkinnes bring you the funniest, most bizarre real news stories with commentary that'll have you laughing out loud. Subscribe for weekly episodes of This Is True Really News and join our community of truth-seekers who appreciate the absurd side of reality!

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A prison escapee steals 10 Corvettes worth $1.25 million for a "ride home" and an experienced hiker discovers quicksand is still real in Utah's Arches National Park. Scot Combs and Tony Verkinnes deliver the week's most bizarre true stories including drone-delivered prison feasts, a 7,000-nutcracker museum, and why your childhood quicksand fears weren't completely irrational.

This week's headlines: Car thief takes entire dealership on wheels after being released from prison, hiker gets stuck thigh-deep in freezing quicksand and rescued by drone, correctional facility intercepts holiday crab dinner delivery via drone, 101-year-old woman's nutcracker collection becomes world-famous museum.

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Hosts: Scot Combs and Tony Verkinnes bring you all the news that's true... really, as far as you know.

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This Is True Really News Episode 1023 brings you the strangest stories from around the world! Hosts Scot Combs and Tony Verkinnes dive into the bizarre origin of Eggo waffles - originally called "Fraffles" by the Dorsa brothers in the 1950s until customers rejected the name. Discover why Belgian authorities are searching for a stolen faceless Baby Jesus nativity figure that sparked social media controversy. Learn about the Crotch Pot, a real hiking product that uses body heat to cook your meals while you hike (yes, really). Plus, a New Zealand jewelry heist takes an uncomfortable turn when a thief swallows a $33,000 Fabergé octopus pendant and police wait for nature to take its course.

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Scot Combs and Tony Verkinnes dive into Mailbag 211 with wild stories and listener feedback! An Italian man dressed as his dead mother to collect retirement checks for years in a real-life Mrs. Doubtfire scam. The hosts debate classic Christmas movies like Miracle on 34th Street, share awkward Top Secret rental stories, and read hilarious letters from listeners including Jessica Thompson's shower response and nerdy dog mom's random video discovery. Plus: back-to-school knife displays, Hollywood streaming concerns, and the shrinking Hulk phenomenon.

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Hosts: Scot Combs and Tony Verkinnes bring you bizarre news, listener mail, and comedic commentary every episode. Subscribe for weekly updates on the strange but true stories that make headlines!

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A drunk raccoon passes out in a Virginia liquor store after sampling rum, moonshine, and peanut butter whiskey! Plus, a Trump wax figure gets pulled from display in San Antonio after visitors kept attacking it, and a Good Samaritan's raccoon rescue goes horribly wrong when the animal tests positive for rabies. Hosts Scot Combs and Tony Verkinnes bring you the weirdest real news stories, including hilarious embarrassing moments from listeners.

This week's stories include a booze-loving raccoon breaking into an ABC liquor store, Louis Tussaud's Wax Works removing their Donald Trump figure after repeated public beatings, a Georgian man learning why you shouldn't rescue wild raccoons, and cringe-worthy dating disasters involving ranch dressing and unfortunate bodily functions.

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Danish zoo asks for pet donations to feed carnivores, teens think journalism is boring and fake, and the latest wellness trend claims your toilet is facing the wrong direction. Welcome to This Is True Really News Episode 1021 with hosts Scot Combs and Tony Verkinnes!

In this episode: A Danish zoo stirs controversy by requesting unwanted pets as food for their predators, raising questions about zoo ethics and the circle of life. A survey reveals American teens think journalists are biased, fake, and boring—bad news for aspiring reporters. Plus, TikTok's latest health hack claims the direction your toilet faces affects your digestion (spoiler: it's based on a study about dogs). We also cover workplace Christmas party disasters and why getting drunk with coworkers can end your career.

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This Is True Really News Mailbag episode 210 features hosts Scot Combs and Tony Verkinnes answering viewer questions, sharing listener feedback, and diving into the most bizarre, hilarious, and thought-provoking stories from their audience. From quirky news submissions to behind-the-scenes insights about the show, this mailbag episode delivers the perfect blend of commentary, satire, and community interaction that TITRN fans love.

Join Scot and Tony as they read through viewer emails, respond to comments, and discuss the weird and wonderful world of news that makes you think—and laugh. Whether you're a longtime listener or new to This Is True Really News, this mailbag episode showcases what makes the TITRN community so special.

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This Is True Really News brings you news commentary with humor, skepticism, and a healthy dose of reality. We cover everything from bizarre local stories to national headlines, always with our unique perspective and satirical edge.

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Scot Combs and Tony Verkinnes deliver the most absurd real news stories you'll hear today! Episode 1019 features a military-grade manhunt for an escaped reindeer named Buddy involving police, Coast Guard, and the Royal Marines. We've got people stuck in the strangest places imaginable - from rabbit cages to washing machines to traffic cones. Plus, a UK man gets arrested for posting a vacation photo from a Florida gun range on LinkedIn. You can't make this stuff up!

This Is True Really News brings you verified bizarre stories from around the world with Scot and Tony's hilarious commentary. Every story is real, documented, and absolutely ridiculous. From festival mishaps in Merseyside to Americans getting stuck in ATM rooms, we cover the news that makes you question humanity while laughing the entire time.

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Join hosts Scot Combs and Tony Verkinnes for this hilarious episode featuring the legendary Pete Stevens snowmobile story that landed him on national TV, plus listener reactions to KFC's finger-licking good toothpaste disaster!What's Inside:The infamous Pete Stevens hospital escape story that got him on a reality showDetroit's 15-year-delayed RoboCop statue finally arrivesAdolf Hitler cruising to victory (not who you think!)KFC toothpaste reactions from horrified listenersCharlie Chaplin connections and Hollywood historyWhy weebles wobble but Pete Stevens falls downIce accidents, broken ankles, and knee scootersScot and Tony deliver their signature blend of comedy, commentary, and chaos in this episode packed with memorable moments. From Broadway musicals about savory spit to Buddhist temples with coffins, no topic is too bizarre for This Is True Really News. Get your own This is True Really News coffee mug at:https://teespring.com/stores/special-ts-5/collection/mugs?page=1#ThisIsTrue #ReallyNews #Mailbag #PeteStevens #Comedy #Podcast #FunnyStories #RadioPersonalities #KFCToothpaste #ScotCombs #TonyVerkinnes #HumorPodcast #TrueStories

This Is True Really News Episode 1018 brings you the wildest workplace party disaster ever at Taco Bell, complete with covered cameras, guacamole bowls used in ways they shouldn't be, and serious consequences. Plus, police arrest Chuck E. Cheese himself during a kid's party for credit card fraud, a woman discovers she's allergic to Christmas trees with 7% of people suffering from "Christmas Tree Syndrome," and KFC launches fried chicken flavored toothpaste that sold out in 48 hours for $13 a tube.

Hosts Scot Combs and Tony Verkinnes deliver these bizarre but true stories with their signature comedy commentary. From California workplace incidents to Florida mascot arrests, holiday allergies to the most questionable product launches in corporate history, this episode has it all.

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