This is True, Really News

A whimsical, some say silly, look at news from around the world.

We've been doing odd, strange, and silly newscasts on radio and the internet off and on for nearly 40 years. We think everyone could use a chuckle now and then. We hope you get a kick our of our schtick.

A taste of what's to come

A 72-year-old Canadian woman with a shovel defeats a naked intruder in freezing Vancouver, Japan launches a futuristic human washing machine that claims to "wash your soul," and a Kansas town pays $3 million after raiding their own newspaper over public records journalism. Plus, French tennis star Caroline Garcia turns down a $270K sponsorship.Hosts Scot Combs and Tony Verkinnes deliver the week's most bizarre true news stories with humor and commentary you won't find anywhere else. From overzealous police raids to soul-cleansing spa pods, this episode has it all.Get your own This Is True Really News coffee mug at:https://teespring.com/stores/special-ts-5/collection/mugs?page=1All the news you're about to hear is true. Really? As far as you know.Like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for more wild but true news stories every week. Got a crazy news tip? Send it to [email protected]#ThisIsTrueReallyNews #BizarreNews #TrueStories #WeirdNews #NewsCommentary #VancouerNews #JapanTech #FirstAmendment #PressFreedome #FunnyNews #Podcast #RealNews

Join Scot Combs and Tony Verkinnes for Episode 219 of This is True Really News, where the news is always 100% true... as far as we know! This week, we’re diving into some of the most bizarre decisions made by humans across the globe. From questionable self-defense tests in Illinois to political shenanigans in Idaho, and a very uncomfortable flight in India, we’ve got it all.Don't make the FBI investigate you—make sure to hit that Like button and Subscribe to the channel so you never miss an episode!In This Episode:0:00 - Intro: The FBI, messy rooms, and the perfect listener.0:38 - Jacksonville, Illinois: A man ends up in the hospital after he and his family decide to test out bulletproof vests... by shooting each other while wearing them. (Spoiler: Not a good idea).2:11 - Boise, Idaho: Governor Brad Little leaves the state for a single day, and Lt. Gov. Janice McGeachin goes rogue, attempting a mini-coup by banning vaccine passports and asking to activate the National Guard.5:20 - Imphal Airport, India: A man is caught smuggling nearly a kilogram of gold paste worth roughly 56,000. How did he get caught? The authorities noticed he was walking a little too proudly.Connect With Us!Got a weird news story, a question, or just want to say hi? We want to hear from you!Send us an email: [email protected]: Scot Combs & Tony Verkinnes#ThisIsTrueReallyNews #WeirdNews #ComedyPodcast #IdahoPolitics #BulletproofVest #TrueNews

This Is True Really News Best Of Episode 041 features the most outrageous real news stories you won't believe actually happened! Hosts Scot Combs and Tony Verkinnes bring you a wild lobster heist in Massachusetts worth $10,000, San Diego's smart street light surveillance controversy that backfired spectacularly, a historic 17-pound lobster turned into a violin, and a California kayaker who got flipped by a feeding humpback whale and ended up with fish in her shirt.

All the news you're about to hear is true... as far as you know! This comedy news podcast takes real headlines and adds witty commentary that will have you laughing while staying informed about the strangest true stories from around the country.

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From lobster chases to surveillance mishaps to whale encounters, this Best Of compilation showcases the bizarre reality of local news stories. Perfect for fans of true crime comedy, weird news, and comedic news commentary.

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