Spooky Stories, Pumpkins, and Charlie Brown! (302)

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Welcome to our Halloween-themed episode of That Sounds Funny! We kick off with some wild personal updates: Terry’s swimming pool literally exploded due to rusted metal parts, releasing a massive 13,500 gallons of water into his yard. Meanwhile, Keith shares how he upgraded his totaled Highlander to a brand-new 2025 Volkswagen Atlas.

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News of the Week

The team dives into some bizarre and fascinating news stories:

  • Record-breaking water park fun: 300 dogs gathered for a world-record attempt at a Nevada water park.
  • Electric jousting: Knights jousting on electric bikes in London.
  • Delivery surprise: A naked DoorDash delivery driver in Texas.
  • Giant pumpkins: Terry highlights record-breaking gourds, including a 3,156-pound pumpkin in Rhode Island and a 2,850-pounder in England. Plus, hear about a giant inflatable pumpkin in North Carolina that was swept away and safely returned, and a man who discovered live WWII hand grenades at an estate sale.
  • Airport bird watch: Jill shares a funny incident at Chicago O’Hare Airport involving an aggressive green parrot that flew into the terminal.
  • November observances: Keith wraps up the news by listing month-long themes like World Communication Week, Adopt a Turkey Month, and National Diabetes Month.

Jill’s Trivia Quiz

Put your knowledge to the test! Jill hosts a fun-filled Charlie Brown trivia quiz covering classic characters, costumes, and story details from the beloved Halloween special.

Terry’s Top 10 List

Terry counts down his top 10 favorite funny TV shows from the year 2000, featuring classics like Friends, Everybody Loves Raymond, The Simpsons, Malcolm in the Middle, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and more!

Anchor Topic: Blindness Living Skills

In this segment, Keith breaks down essential kitchen and meal preparation skills for blind individuals, focusing heavily on stove safety, handling gas burner click settings, and using touch and heat sensation to center pans safely.

Email, Voicemail, and Final Thoughts

Keith shares listener stories, including a couple’s hilarious misunderstanding, an antique dealer’s encounter with a “lucky saucer,” and unique retirement home rules before wrapping up with final thoughts and jokes.

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