Last Podcast On The Left
Last Podcast On The Left
"The biggest story of the week, I think we do have to talk just a little bit about it. It combines my love of football and crime stories." — Ben Kissel
"Scientists are investigating how it died and why is it so far from where they migrate this time of year? So rare." — Henry Zebrowski
"The personalized license plate review committee made up of a made up of employees will review if people appeal a decision. But Mick Murphy, some random dude, so the committee has upheld the decision to reject Asman." — Ben Kissel
This episode of "Side Stories" presents a curated selection of unusual news items. The hosts begin by discussing the perplexing discovery of a humpback whale washed ashore in the Amazon River, prompting speculation about storms, aliens, or even an extraterrestrial mishap. This is followed by an in-depth discussion about Robert Kraft's legal troubles, focusing on the human trafficking aspect and the ethical implications of sex work, while also touching on his past stances on player protests. The conversation then shifts to a lighter, albeit bizarre, anecdote about a man with no arms who stabbed his father with a blade held between his toes, highlighting the father's remarkably forgiving reaction.
Further segments explore the sale of an alien-infested ranch in Arizona, where the owner claims to have killed extraterrestrials, and a tragic incident of a man dying in a porta-potty fire outside an NFL stadium, leading to a discussion on arson and its potential indicators. The episode also covers the administrative denial of a man's request for a vanity license plate that simply bears his last name, "Asman," due to perceived offensive connotations, sparking a debate about personal identity and bureaucratic overreach. The hosts also touch upon personal stories, including a listener's harrowing experience in a mental ward and the logistics of expensive rehab clinics.
The episode concludes with brief mentions of ongoing personal narratives, such as the investigation into a car scratch, and a preview of upcoming content, including more on Skinwalker Ranch and Robert Bigelow's financial dealings. The overarching tone is conversational, with hosts offering commentary, speculation, and personal reactions to each story.