This Can't Be Real...with Brad

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Some stories are so wild, so ridiculous, and so perfectly timed… they just can’t be real. But they are. Hosted by Brad Lowe, This Can’t Be Real is your go-to podcast for the craziest true stories you’ve never heard—awkward moments, unbelievable headlines, bizarre human behavior, and the kind of real-life chaos that makes you laugh, cringe, and question everything. Each episode feels like swapping stories with your funniest friend—fast-paced, relatable, and packed with moments that will have you saying, “there’s no way that actually happened.” Whether you’re driving, working out, or just need a break from the normal, this show delivers stories that are short, punchy, and impossible to ignore. Because sometimes… real life is weirder than anything you could make up.

Season 1

  1. EPISODE 1

    Zero Adults in Charge

    In the very first episode, Brad introduces the concept of the show—real stories that are so ridiculous they sound completely made up. He also rolls out the “This Can’t Be Real” scale, rating each story based on how absurd and nonsensical it is. The episode kicks off with a wild story out of California where a bear breaks into a car, eats everything inside, and then gets stuck. What turns into a simple mistake quickly becomes a bizarre situation involving police officers having to figure out how to safely let a full-grown bear out of a vehicle. It’s chaotic, funny, and raises the question—who thought leaving food in the car was a good idea? Next, Brad dives into a viral moment at a Burger King where a single employee is running the entire restaurant alone. She’s taking orders, cooking, and managing everything without help. Just when it feels like a story about hustle and determination, it takes an unexpected turn that makes it even harder to believe. The episode wraps with a glimpse into the future—a driverless car getting pulled over by police. With no one behind the wheel, the situation turns awkward fast, leaving officers to figure out how to handle a traffic stop when there’s no actual driver to talk to. Overall, this episode sets the tone for the podcast: fast, funny, and filled with real-life moments that feel completely unreal.  Follow the show and leave your stories here: https://www.instagram.com/cantberealpod/

    15 min

  2. EPISODE 2

    Alligator Drive-Thru & Bathroom Nightmares

    In this episode of This Can’t Be Real, Brad dives headfirst into animal-induced chaos that somehow actually happened. From a man throwing a live alligator through a Wendy’s drive-thru window, to a monkey knocking out power for an entire area, to a nightmare scenario involving a snake in a toilet—this episode proves that animals and bad decisions are a dangerous combination. With real-time reactions, no script, and the signature “This Can’t Be Real” scale, Brad breaks down each story, questioning how any of this is possible—and why it keeps happening. Three stories. All real. All completely unhinged. And somehow… it only gets worse.  Follow the show and leave your stories here: https://www.instagram.com/cantberealpod/

    12 min

  3. EPISODE 3

    Scooter Getaways & Hot Mic Disasters

    In episode 3 of This Can’t Be Real, Brad dives into pure public chaos—where bad decisions meet zero awareness and somehow make headlines. This episode features a suspect trying to escape police… on a scooter (yes, a scooter), proving not all getaways are created equal. Then things get painfully awkward when a public official forgets their mic is on and says what everyone’s thinking—but should never say out loud. And just when you think it can’t get worse, a passenger on a plane decides to open an emergency exit before takeoff, turning a routine flight into a full-blown situation. With no script and real-time reactions, Brad breaks down each story using the “This Can’t Be Real” scale, highlighting just how ridiculous people can be when no one steps in to say, “hey… maybe don’t do that.” Three stories. All real. All completely unnecessary. And somehow… still not the worst you’ve heard. Follow the show and leave your stories here: https://www.instagram.com/cantberealpod/

    12 min
  • 3 Episodes

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Some stories are so wild, so ridiculous, and so perfectly timed… they just can’t be real. But they are. Hosted by Brad Lowe, This Can’t Be Real is your go-to podcast for the craziest true stories you’ve never heard—awkward moments, unbelievable headlines, bizarre human behavior, and the kind of real-life chaos that makes you laugh, cringe, and question everything. Each episode feels like swapping stories with your funniest friend—fast-paced, relatable, and packed with moments that will have you saying, “there’s no way that actually happened.” Whether you’re driving, working out, or just need a break from the normal, this show delivers stories that are short, punchy, and impossible to ignore. Because sometimes… real life is weirder than anything you could make up.

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