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Not every mirage is an illusion.

As we continue our 2025 run of Odd News stories, this time we travel to Africa for the story of a mirage that might be something even more unique? We explore an unusual sight that has been drawing weary travelers and social media influencers alike to the middle of nowhere. It’s an oasis, but one unlike any you’ve ever seen before. Tune in to find out if this is the paradise you’ve been dreaming of, or if it’s just another way to get burned.

Then, we’ll turn back the clock to celebrate the Platinum Anniversary of comedy4cast with a classic clip. If you’ve ever been to a theme park with someone who is a meticulous planner, you’ll feel right at home with this one. We’re revisiting a timeless comedy4cast episode that proves a perfect vacation isn’t always about sticking to the schedule.

Lending their voices in this episode are Bonnie Kenderdine and Nathan Alvord.

Drawbridge Not Included

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A Vacation Home with an Identical Twin.

In this edition of Odd News PAC, we take a look at a unique real estate development that promised luxury but delivered… well, something else. It’s a tale of an ambitious project that came up short, but left a very lasting impression. This place is so absurd, you’ll be glad you don’t have to live there. We’ve got the full story, from the outlandish plans to the bizarre outcome.

Plus, as part of our Platinum Anniversary of comedy4cast celebration, we’re sharing a classic clip from the archives. Head back to November of 2010 with us for a parody of ghost-hunting shows. In the clip, the team with a questionable name, Spirits and Hauntings Advanced Asset Management (or SHAAM for short), gets a strange call from a familiar hotel. It all goes exactly as you’d expect.

So, get ready for a trip to a strange real estate development and a classic comedy4cast clip. We think you’ll enjoy both.

Lending their voices in this episode were Paul Barrie, Susie, Barely and Kim.

It’s Coffee Break Time

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When your coffee run never ends.

In this latest tale from the strange-but-true world of Odd News we look at the dark side of coffee. If you’ve ever taken your laptop to a coffee shop to get some work done, you know the drill – by a cup, work a bit, then be on your way. But what happens when someone decides they like the vibe by the espresso machine a bit too much? We’ll tell you about a peculiar new phenomenon in South Korea that has a major coffee chain scrambling to implement new rules. Find out what it takes to be a “cagongjok,” and why a simple trip for a latte might turn into an all-day affair.

And to celebrate the 20th anniversary of comedy4cast, we’re unlocking the vault for another classic clip. Take a trip back to August 2005 and listen in on a conversation with a noted futurist. His job? To predict the next big thing in technology. What’s his brilliant, earth-shattering prediction? Did it come true? Listen now to find out the groundbreaking answers.

So, pour yourself a large one (or don’t, and listen to the show instead), and check out this latest episode of comedy4cast, “It’s Coffee Break Time.”

This SUV Cooks!

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A ride for the person who needs everything.

“Odd News PAC” is back! This time with a story about an SUV that is MORE than you need. But, since the Dog Days of Podcasting event is over for 2025, we’ll be bringing you the remainder of this year’s 31 Odd News stories with a totally made-up event: “Dog Days of Pumpkin Spice Season.”

In today’s Odd News story, we’re taking a look at a luxury vehicle that seems to have a few too many bells and whistles. What started as a partnership between a high-end automaker and a luxury appliance brand has resulted in a sort of Frankenstein-ish one-of-a-kind sports utility vehicle: the Lexus Monogram GX. It’s perfect for a road trip. If, that is, you don’t mind a little less space for passengers and cargo.

In addition, as part of our Platinum Anniversary Celebration, marking 20 years of comedy4cast, we’re pulling a classic episode out of the vault. Get ready to graduate with the Marx Brothers! This clip is from an episode that was released in 2006. It envisions Groucho as Professor Rufus T. Serenity giving a bizarre commencement speech. And, of course, Chico and Harpo are there too. There’s even a Margaret Dumont-type foil !

Tune in to find out what strange and luxurious features are packed into this one-of-a-kind vehicle, and get a dose of classic comedy!

Lending their voice in this episode is Bonnie Kenderdine.

Repacked With Power

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The robot that can change itself.

Welcome back to another day of Odd News! This time, we’re talking about a new robot that could change everything we know about our humanoid companions.

What’s a robot to do when it runs out of power? You’d think the answer would be simple. But for this new robot, it’s a bit more complicated. And a lot more creepy. And while this new feature ensures that the robot can keep going, it also has a pretty funny flaw. You’ll have to listen to find out what it is!

We also continue to celebrate the Platinum Anniversary of comedy4cast (PAC), with classic clips from the past 20 years. Today’s classic clip is from November of 2011. In this one, Danny Hillcrest takes his video-saving efforts to a ridiculous new extreme. Well, actually, for Danny, this is a pretty standard level of ridiculous. Listen in to find out just what video he’s so desperately trying to protect!