Something Offbeat

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OFFBITES: Empire State daredevils and why you should go to Rocket City, USA Jul 12, 2026

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This week, we’re catching up on the couple who climbed the Empire State Building for a stunt last week. Then, we’re headed to Rocket City, USA, to see a very special rocket. Featuring audio from to WWJ Newsradio in Detroit and Own the Road with Kelly and Bob out of KRLD 1080 in Dallas.

Breaking down the Empire State stunt, Rocket City, why AI is ruining video games and exploding fidget toys Jul 10, 2026

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This week, we’re catching up on the couple who climbed the Empire State Building for a stunt last week. Then, we’re headed to Rocket City, USA, to see a very special rocket. From there, we’re headed to the video game aisle, where things could start looking a little scary for gamers, as equipment they love might soon be disappearing. An expert will explain why we can blame AI for it. After we check out video games, we’re also stopping by the toy aisle to get a stern warning about the viral squishy, sensory toys that are sending kids to the hospital. Featuring audio from WWJ Newsradio in Detriot, Own the Road with Kelly and Bob out of KRLD 1080 in Dallas, WBEN News and Talk in Buffalo and the Dana & Parks Show out of Kansas City.

OFFBITES: As American as Edgar Allan Poe, The Three Stooges, Ranch dressing and potato chips Jul 05, 2026

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More America 250 adventures, from Edgar Allan Poe's home and old churches to TSA lines filled with Ranch dressing. Featuring audio from KYW Newsradio in Philadelphia, WCCO News Talk in the Twin Cities and KCBS Radio in San Francisco.

OFFBITES: America 250 adventures, from Maine lobster to the overlooked history of Fort Wayne Jul 05, 2026

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This week, we'll hear about the Maine Maritime Museum and Historic Fort Wayne. Featuring audio from Own the Road with Kelli and Bob out of KRLD 1080 in Dallas and WWJ Newsradio in Detroit.

Offbeat Americana for the 250th, featuring Ranch dressing, Maine lobster, potato chips and more Jul 03, 2026

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What makes America, America? Is it Ranch dressing, lobster or potato chips? Is it Our old buildings? Our literature, our comedy? We’ll it’s probably all of the above and more. Featuring audio from Own the Road with Kelly and Bob out of KRLD 1080 in Dallas WWJ Newsradio in Detroit, KYW Newsradio in Philadelphia, Jordana Greene and Vineta Sawkar of WCCO News Talk in the Twin Cities and KCBS Radio out of the Bay Area.

OFFBITES: A snake in the ceiling, the world's largest truck stop and more Jun 28, 2026

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Animal control officers share their wildest stories, and a visit to the world's largest truck stop. Featuring audio from: The Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ in Kansas City and Own the Road with Kelli and Bob out of KRLD 1080 in Dallas.

OFFBITES: Fireman poops in a box and priceless US documents on display Jun 28, 2026

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Why did a veteran firefighter decide to leave his poo in box? Plus, important US documents will be on display with the the Freedom Plane National Tour. Featuring audio from: the Dave Glover Show out of KMOX in St. Louis and WWJ Newsradio in Detroit

Fireman poops in a box, secret US history on display, the nation’s biggest truck stop and tales from animal control Jun 26, 2026

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We’re covering a lot of territory in this episode, from the Treaty of Paris to the world’s largest truck stop, so buckle up and get ready. Featuring audio from the Dave Glover Show out of KMOX in St. Louis, WWJ Newsradio in Detroit, the Dana & Parks Show of KMBZ in Kansas City and Own the Road with Kelly and Bob out of KRLD 1080 in Dallas.

BONUS: Upside down pineapple...what does that mean?? Jun 24, 2026

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Mike and Austin talk about Mavs new coach getting a lot of love, and a new twist in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance. Ever seen an upside down pineapple? If so, it would mean that someone wants some horizontal refreshment. How loud is the loudest person in the world? 122 decibels, that's how loud. Guard your ears.

OFFBITES: Termites take over Anne Rice's old estate and an all-women air race takes flight Jun 21, 2026

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We’ll hear about termites buzzing around a historic site linked to vampires an all-female airplane race that’s soon taking to the skies. Featuring audio from Tommy Tucker out of WWL in New Orleans and the Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ in Kansas City.

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