What in the World — everyone’s favorite Real News, Sometimes Weird, Always Funny showWe’ve been podcasting at newclevelandradio.net since 2017, which means we’re rolling into 10 years of Paul Seaburn’s wit, wisdom, and occasional “Did he really just say that?” moments.We’re proudly sponsored by:• The Beer & Belly Deli in Northfield, Ohio (home of Bumble the Bigfoot, who still refuses to pay rent)• Big Foot Landscaping in Oakwood Village, Ohio (because even mythical creatures need curb appeal)• What Would You Say to a Naked Alien at paulseaburn.com (a book that answers questions you didn’t know you had)• #yesican Coaching with Karen — life coaching for anyone who needs clarity, courage, or just someone to remind them they’re doing better than they think (kh.yesican1@gmail.com)Our stories are real — even when they sound like they escaped from a fever dream. The humor keeps us smiling, laughing, and occasionally wondering if the universe is messing with us on purpose.Got something weird, unusual, or just plain “What in the world?” Send it to newclevelandradio@gmail.com. We love strange stories. We live for strange stories. We are strange stories.Today’s Podcast Highlights Halloween & Food DiscussionWe covered Cleveland attractions, including a stork delivering pierogies in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Yes, you read that correctly. Pierogies. Delivered by a stork. Cleveland never disappoints.Then came Halloween prep: John buys candy in bulk, which is either responsible or dangerous depending on how early he opens the bags.We debated salad dressings — Yum Yum vs balsamic — and Paul introduced Hidden Valley Spooky Ranch, a black, glow in the dark dressing. Because nothing says “Happy Halloween” like serving your salad from a haunted bottle.Paul also suggested pumpkin spice ranch, proving once again that no flavor is safe from seasonal marketing.Plastic to Cookie Genetic EngineeringPaul and John discussed Southern Illinois University’s mascot, the Saluki, and then casually mentioned scientists turning plastic waste into edible cookies.Yes, cookies. Made from plastic. We’re not saying don’t try them… we’re just saying maybe don’t try them first.Paul then shared the history of Fig Newtons, because after plastic cookies, anything sounds normal.Soccer Stadium Hydration TraditionIn Bremen, Germany, a stadium celebrated its 100th anniversary by giving players a shot and a beer at the 32 minute hydration break.Apparently, this tradition began in 1975 when a referee decided water was overrated.John expressed skepticism. Paul expressed interest. Karen expressed concern.Weird Al Yankovic Gets an AsteroidThe International Astronomical Union officially named an asteroid after Weird Al Yankovic.This required approval from every member, proving that even in space, Weird Al is universally loved.Paul shared Weird Al’s early accordion lessons and Grammy wins, and teased an upcoming Shaquille O’Neal story — because why not?Bigfoot Trap & Celebrity HonorsCelebrities like Shaquille O’Neal and Elvis Presley have received honorary FBI positions. Naturally, this led to Bigfoot.Paul described a real Bigfoot trap built in Oregon in 1974. It caught bears, tourists, and probably a few confused squirrels — but never Bigfoot. It’s now a Forest Service attraction, because of course it is.Bigfoot Trap Building TipsPaul shared movie inspired Bigfoot trap instructions:Naki Sumo Crying Baby FestivalJohn explained Japan’s 400 year old tradition where sumo wrestlers compete to make babies cry.Winners get blessings from priests. Losers get confused babies.Paul shared a college crying contest story involving spilled beer. Karen and John discussed cultural significance. Everyone agreed that babies cry enough without professional help.Music intro - Editing by Griffin Booth
