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News You Do Not Need

Inception Point Ai

"News You Do Not Need is your go-to podcast for hilariously absurd and completely unnecessary headlines! Join us as we dive into the bizarre, quirky, and downright ridiculous stories that make you laugh, scratch your head, and wonder why you’re even listening. Perfect for anyone who enjoys humor, satire, and escaping the serious side of the news cycle, this show delivers pure entertainment. Subscribe now for weekly episodes filled with oddball trivia, strange facts, and news you never knew you

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3:08

Nova Scotia's Syrupy Ship Spectacle: A Quirky Tale of...

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2025/07/13

This is your News You do not Need podcast.Let me tell you a story about a recent event that you absolutely do not need to know, but once you hear it, you may find yourself thinking about it every time you open your fridge. So, picture a beautiful Saturday afternoon in Nova Scotia. The sun is shining, seagulls are squawking, and in the harbor, a crowd gathers to witness what is arguably the most unnecessary yet captivating spectacle to hit Canadian waters this month: the christening of a full-size,

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2:43

Mechanic Mayhem: Pranksters, Psychics, and Peculiar...

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2025/07/12

This is your News You do not Need podcast.Have you ever worried you’d get stuck at an auto shop, surrounded not by mechanics, but by pranksters in coveralls? No? Well, neither had David Hyland, the owner of a humble auto shop in Arizona—until yesterday, when his shop briefly turned into the world’s most confusing episode of a hidden camera show.Picture this: A regular day, the air buzzing with the scent of motor oil, the constant grumble of engines. Suddenly, a motley crew in goofy matching mechanic

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2:26

Kilauea's Lava-Licious Tantrum: Earth's Stress...

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2025/07/11

This is your News You do not Need podcast.You ever wake up and think, “Today I really want to learn about something absolutely useless?” Well, you’re in luck, because I have scrolled through the digital underbelly of the news cycle just for you—and let me tell you, today’s bizarre nugget comes sizzling fresh from nature’s unpredictable kitchen.Picture this: Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano, already known as the world’s most active volcano, decided the 9-to-5 grind didn’t have enough flair. So on Wednesday,

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3:33

AI Secretary of State Impersonator: The Prankster...

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2025/07/09

This is your News You do not Need podcast.You probably didn’t wake up this morning thinking, “I hope I learn something so bizarre today, my brain itches in confusion.” Well, lucky you—I’m here to delight you with precisely that: the tale of the AI Secretary of State impersonator, a news story absolutely no one asked for but the universe delivered anyway.So, imagine you’re a high-profile diplomat, just sipping your coffee, when suddenly you get a Signal message. It’s from the Secretary of State

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2:55

Birds' Nests: The Hottest Salon in Town! Dental Floss...

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2025/07/07

This is your News You do not Need podcast.Have you ever woken up and thought, “Today’s the day I find out something that will change… absolutely nothing about my life?” Because that’s my morning ritual, fueled only by coffee and a burning curiosity for news that’s truly, deeply unnecessary. This morning did not disappoint. I stumbled upon a story so odd, it might just make you question what the word ‘news’ even means.Let’s get our bearings first. While most of the world is understandably gripped by

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3:12

Fireworks Fiasco & Fridge Prank Firestorm: Bizarre...

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2025/07/06

This is your News You do not Need podcast.So, picture this. You’re groggily scrolling through the news this morning, coffee in hand, when you stumble on a headline that makes you question humanity’s collective life choices. No, it’s not about politics or celebrity feuds—no, no, those stories actually, unfortunately, matter. This one, I promise you, is about something we probably don’t need to know, unless you’re secretly a member of the Society for the Preservation of Bizarre News.In the past 24

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3:06

Fourth of July Fireworks Fiascos: California's...

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2025/07/05

This is your News You do not Need podcast.You know, when you think of the Fourth of July, you probably picture patriotic parades, a sea of star-spangled hats, and the smell of hot dogs slowly turning to charcoal. You might even brace yourself for the grand finale of the local fireworks show, complete with little kids covering their ears and one uncle who insists on narrating every explosion. But somewhere between the red, white, and kaboom, 2025 decided to turn the fireworks dial up to “unhinged”

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2:46

Fireworks Fiascos: Warehouses Explode, Lawns Launch,...

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2025/07/04

This is your News You do not Need podcast.Picture this: you’re spending your Fourth of July prepping for the big fireworks show—not the kind where your cousin Bob almost sets your eyebrows on fire, but something official, professional, with all the sparkles and none of the mild singeing. Now, imagine you’re in Yolo County, California, and instead of watching fireworks light up the night sky, you’re watching an entire fireworks warehouse explode into flames. Not the intended “ooh, ahh” moment, unless

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3:00

RFK Jr.'s Whale Tale, Sitcom Fails, and Mel's Hanky...

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2025/07/02

This is your News You do not Need podcast.Imagine waking up this morning and learning that the world is, once again, full of stories you absolutely do not need to know—but will now never un-know. For example, while most of you were peacefully sipping your coffee, the universe was busy ensuring that, somewhere, a decapitated whale was involved in a story about soaking a car and children. Yes, you heard me right: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. apparently revealed that he once let decapitated whale juice soak

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3:09

Instagram Glitch Nearly Ditches 12-Year Hitch: The...

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2025/06/30

This is your News You do not Need podcast.Let me tell you about something you most definitely do not need to know, yet after hearing it, you’ll never quite look at the internet—or your spouse’s Instagram DMs—the same way again. Picture this: you’re winding down after a long day, maybe you’re sinking into your couch in that spot that’s become a perfect imprint of your existence, ready to scroll mindlessly through your phone. Now, imagine you stumble upon a story that reads less like breaking news and

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3:34

Scooby-Doo Burglar, Spoon Swallower, and Eye-Washing...

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2025/06/29

This is your News You do not Need podcast.Today’s story is for everyone who’s ever wondered, “Could life get any stranger?” Did you wake up today genuinely concerned that thieves in Alabama might target your local shop dressed as fictional cartoon dogs? No? Well, neither did I, until this morning, when I discovered that someone in Alabama thought the best way to commit a robbery was not with a mask, but with a full Scooby-Doo costume. That’s right—while most criminals opt for dark hoodies or at

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2:54

Zebra on the Run: Ed's Wild Escape, Airborne Rescue,...

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2025/06/28

This is your News You do not Need podcast.Let me ask you a question: did you wake up this morning, look in the mirror, and think, “You know what’s missing from my day? A story about a zebra on the run, an airborne rescue, and a helicopter in hot pursuit?” No? Well, buckle up, because today’s tale will fill that oddly specific void.Picture this: Ed the zebra, fresh to town and probably still adjusting to the lack of wild African savannahs, decided city life just wasn’t for him. Within a day of his

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3:49

Beer Spill Fiasco: Venomous Snakes, Juggling Records,...

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2025/02/19

This is your News You do not Need podcast.Imagine waking up to the news that a truck had overturned on a Florida highway, spilling 44,000 pounds of beer. Yes, you read that right - 44,000 pounds of beer. It's not the kind of news that will change your life, but it's certainly the kind of bizarre incident that will make you chuckle over your morning coffee.The incident happened just a day ago, and it's already making waves on the internet. A truck was navigating a curve on a Florida highway when it

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4:09

Corpse Flower Stench Triples, Santa Surfs, and a...

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2025/02/17

This is your News You do not Need podcast.Imagine waking up to the news that a rare and rather peculiar plant has bloomed in Australia, not once, not twice, but three times in just three months. This isn't just any plant; it's the infamous corpse flower, known for its pungent odor that's eerily reminiscent of decaying flesh. The Australian capital has been holding its nose for the third time in as many months as this extraordinary flowering has captivated and repelled locals and tourists alike.The

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5:13

From Tutus to Jet Skis: Bizarre News Roundup Leaves...

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2025/02/16

This is your News You do not Need podcast.In the realm of news that you might not need to know but is undeniably bizarre, a recent story has emerged that captures the essence of the unexpected. It involves a monkey in a tutu, a tale that has left many scratching their heads and others chuckling at the sheer absurdity of it all.In a small town in Missouri, a peculiar incident unfolded when a monkey, clad in a pink tutu, managed to slip out of a home. The sight of a primate in ballet attire roaming

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4:12

Monkey Business: Sri Lanka's Primate Power Outage and...

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2025/02/15

This is your News You do not Need podcast.Imagine waking up to the news that a wandering monkey in Sri Lanka managed to cause a nationwide power outage. Yes, you read that right. A monkey, in the wrong place at the wrong time, was to blame for a power blackout that affected the entire nation. This bizarre incident happened just a day ago, and it's a story that's as fascinating as it is unnecessary to know.The tale begins in Sri Lanka, where officials were left scratching their heads after a sudden

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3:59

From Googly Eyes to Wandering Monkeys: A Wild Ride...

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2025/02/14

This is your News You do not Need podcast.Imagine waking up one morning to find that the world has decided to take a collective detour into the bizarre. It's a day where the ordinary rules don't apply, and the news is filled with stories that make you wonder if reality has taken a vacation. Today, we're diving into one such story that has captured the internet's attention, a tale that is as fascinating as it is unnecessary to know. But before we get there, let's set the stage with a few other

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5:37

Curious Cat Grounds Flight, Salmon Escape, and Googly...

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2025/02/12

This is your News You do not Need podcast.Imagine waking up to the news that a stowaway cat had managed to ground a Ryanair flight for two whole days. Yes, you read that right. In a bizarre incident that unfolded just 24 hours ago, a curious cat somehow found its way into the electrical bay of a plane bound for Germany, causing quite the stir.The incident took place in Rome, where the flight was scheduled to depart. However, the unexpected feline passenger had other plans. The cat, whose identity

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3:57

Mittens' Mad Mishap: The Jet-Setting Cat's Tale of...

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2025/02/10

This is your News You do not Need podcast.Imagine waking up to the news that a cat has been on an unexpected adventure. This isn't just any cat; it's Mittens, a Maine Coon cat who has inadvertently become a frequent flyer. In a bizarre turn of events, Mittens found herself on not one, not two, but three flights between New Zealand and Australia this month. How does a cat end up on such an adventure? It all started when her cage was mistakenly left in the plane's cargo hold.Mittens' journey began

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4:07

From Frequent Flyer Felines to Backyard Mastodons:...

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2025/02/09

This is your News You do not Need podcast.Imagine waking up to the news that a cat named Mittens has become an accidental frequent flyer. Yes, you heard that right. Mittens, a Maine Coon cat, managed to fly not once, not twice, but three times between New Zealand and Australia this month. Her cage was mistakenly left in the plane's cargo hold, turning her into an unwitting globe-trotter.The story of Mittens is a bizarre tale that has captured the hearts of many. It's a reminder that even in the most

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