In this jaw-dropping episode, we unravel the bizarre tale of a man in Florida caught in a slippery situation. Our scaly smuggler attempts to board a flight with a cargo of live snakes cunningly concealed within his PANTS! But with vigilant border patrol agents on the prowl, his cold-blooded caper quickly unravels. Tune in as we shed light on the au…

In this episode, we explore a captivating tradition that has been a part of French culture for over a century. The annual waiter's race, a test of skill, speed, and poise, sees participants dashing through the streets dressed in full waiter attire, balancing a tray loaded with plates, cups, and food. We delve into the history of this unique competi…

In this intriguing episode, we uncover a unique clash between a police department and the iconic toy company LEGO. The controversy began when the police started using LEGO figures to obscure the faces of suspects in mugshots posted on social media, prior to their conviction. LEGO, protective of its intellectual property, called out the police depar…

In this episode, we delve into a peculiar incident from Denmark, where a woman found herself in a bizarre standoff with the police. After being pulled over for a traffic violation, she began an unusual protest by locking herself in her car, steadfastly refusing to communicate with the officers. We'll explore and try to understand what led to her ac…

In this jaw-dropping episode, we slice into the bizarre tale of a man who unexpectedly finds himself at the center of a pizza pandemonium. Imagine his surprise when $1,000 worth of cheesy goodness arrives at his door – all unordered. We'll explore the possible mix-ups and technological mishaps that could lead to such a saucy situation. Grab a slice…

This week’s episode takes us to the streets of Nashville, Tennessee, where the sound of celebration isn't your typical cheers and music. We tell the story of a man who, fresh from signing his divorce papers, chose to express his relief in a most alarming fashion – by firing bullets into the air right outside his home. This startling act of 'celebra…

In this episode, we explore the unfortunate mishap of one man's attempt to participate in a Mexican news outlet's call for eclipse photos. In a twist of events, he sends in a personal photo with the sun as a backdrop for the sake of a prank. Join in as we discuss the blunder, the public's reaction, and the importance of double-checking before hitti…

Dive into the innovative world of sustainability with Chick-Fil-A as they team up with Darling Ingredients, transforming used fryer oil into a renewable diesel fuel. This episode sizzles with insights on how fast food can fuel the future and drive positive environmental change. Tune in to explore this eco-friendly journey from the kitchen to the ta…

Dive into the chilling story of a French book on the human soul, rumored to be bound in actual human skin, and the controversy that led to its removal from the shelves at Harvard Library. Join in we explore the intersections of history, ethics, and literature. More on the Skin bound book: https://ask.library.harvard.edu/faq/82429 #HowICelebrateApri…

In this episode, we dive into the heated debates around homework as one dad takes a stand against what he sees as an excessive workload for his son. Tune in to hear the fiery conversations and the school's response. #ReasonstoFireDad is featured Send a text to The Ebone Zone! Support the Show. If you have questions or comments email ebonezonepodcas…

In this week’s episode, we look into how a community in San Jose, California overcame the odds for a local pie shop when they received a notice from Tesla saying that a big order was canceled. 2,000 pies were baked and then were set to be done away with, this week we learn the true power of people who love pies! The Giving Pies in San Jose: https:/…

This week, we talk through a situation that will surely take most people by surprise, the heartwarming tale of a bold woman who flips tradition on its head by proposing to her unsuspecting boyfriend live on Australian radio during the rare and special Bachelor's Day. What was his response? Listen to find out! Bachelor’s Day Explained: https://www.i…

This week, we dive into an Interesting airport find. Airport agents at Boston Logan Airport found mummified monkey remains in a suitcase. They were found at a security screening for passengers on the flight and a K9 officer named Buddey sniffed them out. We'll discuss why it happened and the fallout in this episode. #DisneylandForthe55andUpClub is …

In this jaw-dropping episode, we unravel the incredible tale of a man who turned a luxury hotel into his personal playground, living rent-free for five years. Discover what led to his audacious scam finally being uncovered when he least expected it. Tune in for a story of deception, indulgence, and the high cost of living the high life without payi…

In this eye-opening episode, we dive into the story of a man from Russia who turned to the powers of ChatGPT to navigate the complex world of online dating. Discover how AI became his wingman, and the unexpected twists in his quest for connection. Tune in to explore the digital dance of romance through the lens of artificial intelligence. Cop Mista…

The Super Bowl was about a week ago, regardless of who you wanted to win, whether you were rooting for Travis Kelce and his girlfriend or that other team without Taylor Swift it happened, Mahomes is a three-time Champion and will likely be hailed as the greatest of all time soon but enough about that, this week we go back in time. Super Bowl 1 saw …

We all hate high prices and it seems like everything is rising, from gas to an egg McMuffin. One thing that won’t surprise you though is coffee. We’re all used to it by this point, from Starbucks to your local coffee shop, it’s all expensive. Now a popular chain, Dunkin’ Donuts is being sued for charging customers for wanting non-dairy milk in thei…

Have you been to Disneyland? Well, if you ever have there’s a great chance that you’ve seen the Country Bear Jamboree, one of the last attractions that Walt Disney personally helped to build. They’ve been featured at Magic Kingdom Park in Florida since 1971 and have been a favorite of fans of Disney for years, though they were originally planned fo…

This one’s a throwback! If you were a kid in the late 70s and early 80s you’ll know of and chances are, have played Tetris. It’s the game where you stack blocks on top of each other, and when you fill the tiny screen you play it on, your blocks move down and you stack again, and again, and again, and again - there’s not much too it but it’s widely …

This week, we dive into the world of gum, the fruity flavored chewy stuff that has occupied our jaws through many a boring school day, many a meeting or just a walk down the block. Some big news has struck the gum industry, fans and friends alike were surprised when Fruit Stripe was in the news earlier this month because of its discontinuation. Hit…

We’re focusing on weird clothing choices this week, or maybe the more appropriate topic would be the lack of clothing choices. A man crashed his car outside of a Bass Po Shop in Alabama and then he stripped completely naked and dove into the aquarium with the fish. There's our starting point, it only gets weirder from here. Also, we'll discuss in t…

Christmas is an exciting time of year! It's hard, no matter what age you are not to dive right into the good stuff - Everyone wants to know what they got, everyone wants to spend time with the people they love and eat good food. This week, we focus on the first option, the presents. A 3-year-old boy in Cary, North Carolina ran up to his parent's be…

Tiktok is making news AGAIN! This time, Montana's government believes that it's a magnet for foreign influence in America. In this week's episode, we'll dive into all the details and discuss what could happen next. Send a text to The Ebone Zone! Support the Show. If you have questions or comments email ebonezonepodcast@yahoo.com Follow the Ebone Zo…

Get ready for an incredible episode as we sit down with Jason Gordon, the talented former Baritone of the Fabulous Blackwood Quartet and current Baritone with the award-winning Southern Gospel group, the Perrys. Join us as we dive into Jason's musical journey, his experiences with these renowned groups, and the power of Southern Gospel music. Don't…

In this week’s episode, we’ll dive into the thrilling story of a stolen Michigan Wolverines vanity license plate and the investigation that followed. Tune in to uncover the twists and turns of this intriguing case! #MySuperheroAlterEgo is featured Send a text to The Ebone Zone! Support the Show. If you have questions or comments email ebonezonepodc…

Join in as we dive into the fascinating story of the production company behind Wallace and Gromit, and their unexpected challenge of running out of clay to make their beloved films. Could this be the end of the beloved franchise? Get ready for a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process and the resourcefulness of the team behind the claymation…

It goes by many names - the john, the porcelain throne, the lavatory, the loo, but everyone knows it plainly as the toilet. Usually, you wouldn’t want to draw attention to the things you do in your “private quarters” but there wasn’t much of a choice for attendants of the mansion where Winston Churchill was born when a solid gold art piece modeled …

When you're on a plane, in-flight entertainment can help with the boredom of a long haul. Some people opt for movies, others talk to their seatmates and swap stories from their lives - what about music though? When you hear about that you might assume that they'd play Apple Music or Spotify on shuffle but this week, we take a look at a Grammy-nomin…

Have you ever wanted to get rid of scam calls? Those annoying nuisances that plague everyone with a phone are frequent in number, and hard to get rid of. What if there was a way to rid yourself of them once and for all? This week, we'll take a look at an interesting situation out of Taiwan where government officials say they can help you do just th…

Did you know that you supposedly swallow eight spiders a night in your sleep? Some bad or depending on how you look at it – good news for a woman in Missouri is that if she swallows a spider in her sleep, it won’t be her first rodeo. Her name is Desirae and this week, we'll discuss what happened when she discovered an unwelcome guest in her ear. (S…

You’ve heard of "Around the World in 80 Days" right? When you think about how that would happen usually one would assume that the creators of that film were talking about a plane or a boat or something to that effect but what about a hamster wheel? One man from Iran was captured off the coast of Georgia recently trying to get from there to London, …

In this week’s episode, We discuss the story of a social media influencer who faced a massive internet backlash for dressing up as a "mom going to get her kids from school” and explore the reasons behind the outrage as well as the role of real moms in calling out the influencer's actions. Feel free to lend an ear as we delve into this thought-provo…

So, imagine this: You're strolling through the breathtaking Yellowstone National Park, surrounded by stunning landscapes and wildlife. And suddenly, you stumble upon a pay phone! In this week’s episode, we dive into the intriguing story of a working pay phone in Yellowstone National Park. Join us as we explore the history, mystery, and unexpected c…

A lot of things you find on the internet are new and exciting, and some things make you wonder how it took people so long to figure out. Take a woman on Tiktok for example, she thinks she’s discovered the greatest fountain drink combination EVER, but for those of us who know what it is and love it... the shock and awe of her reaction to the drink i…

If you had to pick an exotic pet what would you get? A Lemur, a Giraffe, a Gorilla? What about an Alligator? One man, named Joie, who lives in Philadelphia is way ahead of you on that question because he has a pet gator named Wally, and recently they were at a Phillies game where the pair were thrown out because of the man's interesting choice of a…

We talk about Florida a lot on the podcast because, well they’re just a weird bunch. No doubt it makes for great material, especially when it involves snakes. A lot of us don’t enjoy snakes – but this just has to be brought up. The weirdest state in the union has a Python problem, and how do they fix it? COMPETITION! In this year's contest, one tho…

You've heard that old expression "I've got so much money it's burning a hole in my pocket" right? That usually means someone has just gotten paid and is anxious to spend their earnings on something but the situation a San Francisco McDonald's recently found itself in is vastly different - they could be losing money very soon. Remember that hot coff…

Do you remember your wedding? What was it like? This week, we'll discuss a woman on Reddit who will always remember her brother's wedding for an unexpected reason. #WorstThingsToHearOnAPlane is featured Send a text to The Ebone Zone! Support the Show. If you have questions or comments email ebonezonepodcast@yahoo.com Follow the Ebone Zone on Twitte…

What would you do for a lifetime of free sandwiches? Would you sell your car, change your name or do none of the above? Let's for a second say you have the chance to ride in a blimp with free sandwiches handed out to you with no catch. sounds pretty great! The thing that connects both of those topics besides sandwiches is that Subway has a hand in …

Everybody needs to eat right? We sometimes cook at home or go to the drive thru of our favorite greasy spoons and we'll even hit a food court every once in a while if it catches our eye, but what do you do on a plane? You could settle for airline food but that route is the butt of so many stand up comedy routine opening jokes that there has to be s…

If there's anything in the food world that rings true - it's that we all love chicken wings. Bone in, boneless, hot or mild. Whatever the case, it's hard to deny a full plate of them being passed to you. This week, we're diving into the boneless side of the argument. Are they actually wings or are they mislabeled? One man named Amin decided to get …

Mullets – business in the front, party in the back; that’s what everyone says at least. Many people have a love/hate relationship with this style of hair but regardless of how you feel, this expression of follicular freedom is making a comeback to the point where there is even a national competition based around who can grow the most interesting on…

If you've been on YouTube for any length of time, chances are you've seen a channel called Mr. Beast. His real name is James Donaldson and this week, we're diving into the non-YouTube related things that he does to increase his reach across the world - particularly with regards to his ghost kitchen operated burger chain called "Mr. Beast Burger" an…

Mustard is a delicious condiment, it often pairs well with hotdogs or as goes great as a main ingredient in potato salad but in case you weren't aware, there are some other things this sauce can be used in, French's Mustard has partnered with SKittles for a limited time to create something that no one expected, Mustard flavored Skittles. Would you …

Dates are meant to be fun, an opportunity to get to know the person you're interested in and find out if they're a good fit for you and your wants and needs in a relationship. There's all types of dates, expensive ones, cheap ones, low key ones and extravagant ones - this week we focus on one of the most common summer outings, an ice cream date. Mo…

McDonald's has a lot to offer the world, they're basically fast food Walmart. They've got food, toys and weddings? No, that's not a typo, McDonald's offers wedding amenities. The Big M will cater your big day with McNuggets and chicken sandwiches, HUNDREDS of them. there's a catch though, you've got to pay a price. We'll discuss how it all goes dow…

Our phones are a huge part of life, we’re either scrolling, watching videos or making calls and texting. Speaking of scrolling, how do you do it? Are you an index finger scroller or do you use your thumbs? Maybe your nose if your hands are full? Well, depending on who you listen to – one of those ways makes you look old, congratulations! Generation…

Let's say you want to go on a date with someone, what do you do? How do you approach? Are you confident, shy, maybe even a bit reserved? All those are viable options for many people but one option that is noticeably missing from that list is robbery. It happened just a while ago that a man Indiana found out first hand that asking someone at gun poi…

London Bridge is falling down, falling down, falling down - we've all heard that sing-song rhyme. now replace London Bridge with a man in the UK. okay, maybe that doesn't quite have the same ring to it but the situation a man named Chris dealt with while at his home with his cat is closer to the theme of that song than you'd expect. New South Wales…

When families fight it can get messy, especially in Florida. Take the recent scrap between two family members at a reunion in Riverview. two apparently dissatisfied relatives started getting their hands dirty when the main focus of this episode, Donnie got involved. You might think once he stepped in everything calmed down and the people who were f…