From Orbit to Outrageous: The Absurdity of Technology Takes Flight
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On this episode of The Absurdists, Marlo and Mary take absurdity to new heights—literally. Broadcasting as a simulcast with The Tech Ranch, the duo dives headfirst into the story of astronauts Barry “Butch” Wilmore and Sunita Williams, who blasted off for an 8-day mission… and stayed for nine months. What began as a technical demonstration […]
Curtains, Curses, and Coded Chaos: An Absurdist Odyssey
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Welcome to our latest deep dive into the wonderfully weird world of absurdity! In this episode of our absurdist podcast, “Curtains, Curses, and Coded Chaos: An Absurdist Odyssey,” hosts Mary Murphy and Marlo Anderson explore an eclectic mix of theater superstitions, digital mishaps, and offbeat cultural quirks that redefine what it means to be truly […]
Absurd Origins: The Stories Behind Everyday Sayings
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Welcome back! After a holiday hiatus, Marlo and Mary dive into the bizarre, funny, and often dark origins of common expressions we use every day. From “raining cats and dogs” to “kick the bucket,” this episode explores the fascinating history behind these sayings and how they’ve evolved over time. Along the way, you’ll […]
The Absurdity of Numbers: From Friday the 13th to Missing Donuts and Decimal Mishaps
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Numbers: we use them to measure time, count calories, and set speed limits. They’re supposed to bring order to the chaos of life—but what happens when numbers get a little too absurd? In this laugh-filled episode of The Absurdists, co-hosts Mary Murphy and Marlo Anderson unpack the bizarre world of numbers with stories so ridiculous, […]
The Great Pickleball Wars: How a Hybrid Sport is Splitting America’s Neighborhoods
In what might be the most unexpected cultural revolution of our time, a sport named after a dog is causing chaos in communities across America. Yes, we’re talking about pickleball, and no, no pickles are actually involved – though the debates it’s sparking are certainly getting salty. The Unexpected Rise of America’s New Obsession In […]
Hold Me Closer, Tony Danza: Unraveling the Mandela Effect
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The Mandela Effect: When Our Collective Memory Plays Tricks On Us Remember when Darth Vader said, “Luke, I am your father”? Or when Captain Kirk would regularly say, “Beam me up, Scotty”? Well, prepare to have your mind blown – neither of these iconic phrases was ever actually said in their respective franchises. Welcome to […]
From Big Macs to Bless You: Laughing Through the World’s Weird Rituals
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In this latest episode of The Absurdists, Marlo Anderson and Mary Murphy dive headfirst into the hilariously quirky world of human rituals, customs, and behaviors that, at a closer look, seem utterly absurd. With their characteristic wit, the duo unravels the strange ways people engage with everyday customs and habits that many of us take […]
Unraveling the Absurd: Exploring 10 Mind-Bending Conspiracy Theories
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Birds Aren’t Real: Government Drones in Disguise? One of the first conspiracy theories discussed is the internet-born idea that birds are actually government surveillance drones. According to this theory, all birds were replaced by mechanical lookalikes in the 1950s. Our hosts humorously point out the existence of ornithology and the impracticality of such a […]
The Absurdities of Travel, Doors, and… Crickets?
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In this hilariously absurd episode of The Absurdists, hosts Marlo Anderson and Mary Murphy take us on a whimsical journey through their recent experiences and quirky observations. Marlo shares stories from his recent travels to London and Paris, offering a unique perspective on everything from international McDonald’s menus to cross-cultural miscommunications. The episode kicks off […]
From ‘Why’ to ‘Why Not’: A Journey Through America’s Most Uniquely Named Towns
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Welcome to another episode of “The Absurdists,” where logic takes a back seat and curiosity reigns supreme. In this episode, titled “From Why to Why Not,” hosts Mary Murphy and Marlo Anderson take us on a verbal escapade across the American landscape, not by car or plane, but through the intriguing stories behind some […]