The Absurd

Rod and Mel
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Welcome friends to The Absurd. A podcast about things absurd. News, histories, mysteries, and strange goings-on. Our stories are freaky, funny, and sometimes frightening. So sit back, get comfy, and get ready for The Absurd.

  1. Felony Fries, Pickering Lost Boys, Anti-Slackism & Bum Bomb

    5D AGO

    Felony Fries, Pickering Lost Boys, Anti-Slackism & Bum Bomb

    Today we’ll start with a trip to Texas where a man was shot to death for not sharing his fries. Then a somewhat local story from back in the 90’s where six teenage boys disappeared without a trace. Next, we’ll meet Helen Hulick, a genuine champion of women’s rights who stood up for women who didn’t want to wear dresses all the time. Lastly, we’ll learn about a man in France who went to the hospital where staff found an artillery shell lodged in his rectum.

    46 min
  2. The Discovery Of Steve Carter, Love In Stereo, Orphaned On The Ocean & Brain Fart

    JAN 28

    The Discovery Of Steve Carter, Love In Stereo, Orphaned On The Ocean & Brain Fart

    In 2011 Steve Carter found out he was a missing child. He found an age-progression image through missing children. We will then meet a woman in Thailand who has double-downed on love. Next, we’ll learn the truly harrowing tale of 11-year-old, Terry Jo Duperrault, who found herself adrift in the Atlantic after a terrifying night on her family's boat. Lastly, we will look at a new study which says that smelling your own gas may help to prevent, and even undo Alzheimer’s.

    45 min
  3. Bonus Ep 9: The Amazing Mary Vincent, Chimney Horror, Physician Heals Himself & Felt Presences

    JAN 24 · BONUS

    Bonus Ep 9: The Amazing Mary Vincent, Chimney Horror, Physician Heals Himself & Felt Presences

    Starting off with the brutal and amazing survival story of 15-year-old Mary Vincent who, after being attacked and mutilated, survived through sheer will. Next, Mel will tell us about the bizarre disappearance and unsolved death of Josh Maddux. Rod will then take us down to Antarctica where a Soviet doctor had to perform surgery on himself. Lastly, ever felt like someone is right behind you, but when you turn, there’s no one there? Well in fact there is, and it’s you.

    45 min

  4. JAN 21

    Rat Pack, Brave Boy, Chip Wreck & Homer’s Homage

    In this episode, we start off looking at an incident where a man in New York City fell into a sinkhole when the sidewalk he was standing on collapsed. But that isn’t the most terrifying part. Next, Mel will tell us about a 9-year-old boy in France who was left to live by himself after his mother abandoned him. We will then look at a most delicious cargo that washed up on a beach in England. Lastly, we’ll learn about a man who made a living off of taking punches, baseball bats, sledgehammers, and finally cannonballs to the stomach.

    46 min
  5. Skeletons In The Closet, Fifth Of Five, Swill Milk & Whack Job

    JAN 14

    Skeletons In The Closet, Fifth Of Five, Swill Milk & Whack Job

    A recent story out of Pennsylvania about a man found with over 100 skulls and other various remains in his house. And that’s just the beginning. Next, the last of five sisters who made Canadian history and were exploited by the provincial government has passed away. Mel will then tell us about a truly shocking case of wanton contempt for babies by the milk industry. Then Rod will bring it on home with a story out of Nova Scotia who lost his job for an obsession with self-pleasure.

    50 min

  6. JAN 7

    Best of 2025 - “Mel Has A Cold” Edition.

    This is a reposting of Episode 64: “Ed Gein, 18 Years At The Airport, On All Four Legs, Worst Traffic Jam Ever” which was first aired on July 23rd, 2025. We will be back next week and we will then do our draw for the swag contest. We do apologise.

    58 min
  7. Best of 2025 - Party Like It’s 1694, Hedviga Golik, Flight Unattendant & Absurd Baby Names

    12/31/2025

    Best of 2025 - Party Like It’s 1694, Hedviga Golik, Flight Unattendant & Absurd Baby Names

    Hey Absurdians. Due to some truly absurd weather snow, ice storms, and even flooding, we are unable to record this week as the roads are just too dang treacherous. So we are bringing you a replay of one of our favourite episodes, this one aired on June 4th. Also, we will postpone our contest draw until next week, so please continue to like and share our show on your socials, and kindly give us a five-star review on your favourite streaming platform. So until next week, have a safe and happy New Years Eve.

    52 min
  8. National Lampoon’s Christmas Squirrel, Mel’s Christmas Q&A, Jólakötturinn & The Mistletoe Bride

    12/24/2025

    National Lampoon’s Christmas Squirrel, Mel’s Christmas Q&A, Jólakötturinn & The Mistletoe Bride

    Starting things off with a look at one of the underappreciated stars of one of the most popular Christmas movies. Next, Mel will regale us with some interesting modern Christmas facts. Then Rod will take us to Iceland where we look at Jólakötturinn, also known as the Yule Cat. This is not a kitty you want to say hello to. Lastly, we will go back to the early 17th century and learn about a terrifying tale of hide-and-seek.

    53 min
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Welcome friends to The Absurd. A podcast about things absurd. News, histories, mysteries, and strange goings-on. Our stories are freaky, funny, and sometimes frightening. So sit back, get comfy, and get ready for The Absurd.

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  • Creator
    Rod and Mel
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    101
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Rod and Mel - May 2024
  • Show Website
    The Absurd