That Don‘t Sound Right

That Don’t Sound Right is a conversational podcast where hosts Peter and Cecil proudly skip the fact-checking and lean into the old-school tradition of sharing ideas, opinions, and half-remembered knowledge. No scripts. No experts. Just curiosity and conversation.

In this episode, the guys riff on almanacs, quirky backpacking gadgets, and hands-on stove experiments before diving into the main topic: solo-style smokeless stoves. Fro...

On this episode of That Don’t Sound Right, Peter and Cecil kick off 2026 with curiosity, confusion, and a healthy dose of skepticism. They break down the baffling results of their YouTube Shorts experiments—following all the “expert” advice, posting consistently, and still seeing surprisingly low views. Is it worth chasing the algorithm, or is it better to just enjoy creating content and talking things out?

The conversation then ta...

Happy New Year from That Don't Sound Right! Hosts Peter and Cecil ring in 2026 with a laid-back, laugh-filled kickoff episode, looking back at some of the most memorable moments from That Don’t Sound Right in 2025.

From fan-favorite episodes like Francine the Lowe’s cat, mysterious train robberies, and the surprisingly heated salt-shaker debate, to conversations about grounding sheets, shark vs. human bite statistics, and other top...

Peter and Cecil close out the year with a classic That Don’t Sound Right mailbag episode — and it goes exactly where you’d expect… and nowhere you’d predict.

From debating whether a cocktail napkin featuring a nativity scene is usable,  to chasing a mysterious stainless-steel barrel down the highway (spoiler: it’s a dryer drum), the hosts dive headfirst into listener-submitted stories, tips, photos, and theories.

Listeners weigh in...

In this annual Christmas episode of That Don’t Sound Right, hosts Peter and Cecil take a curious and thoughtful look at the Christmas story—and the parts that, at first glance, just don’t sound right.

From centuries-old prophecies foretelling Jesus’ birth to the surprising fulfillment of promises through a humble baby, the hosts explore key Old Testament references including the Davidic lineage, Isaiah’s prophecy of a virgin birth ...

Where does table salt actually come from — the ocean, ancient seas, underground rock deposits, or the great flood?

On this episode of That Don’t Sound Right, Peter and Cecil tumble headfirst into a surprisingly heated debate about salt’s true origin. What starts as a simple question turns into a full-blown culinary science mystery, sparked by a revisit to their infamous pickle episode (yes, including Mt. Olive Pickle Company’s emoj...

In this episode of That Don’t Sound Right, Peter and Cecil dive into creative retirement ideas and side gigs that keep life interesting long after the 9–5. From owning a tow truck and hauling cars to working at Ace Hardware, charging Lime scooters, running a food truck, grinding stumps, and even serving as a caretaker in Glacier National Park, they explore what it really takes to stay active, useful, and engaged in retirement.

The ...

In this episode of That Don’t Sound Right, Peter and Cecil dive into one of Cecil’s most unbelievable real-life stories — the day he actually won a brand-new 1990 Mazda Miata in a high school raffle while he was in pharmacy school. From the shock of hearing his name called, to picking up the shiny red roadster, to the reactions on campus, Cecil walks through every twist of this once-in-a-lifetime moment.

The hosts mix nostalgia, hu...

In this tangy new episode of That Don’t Sound Right, hosts Peter and Cecil dive headfirst into the booming world of pickle-flavored everything. With a lively in-studio audience cheering (and occasionally cringing) along, the guys sample a full lineup of briny creations — from neon-green pickle cheese puffs and the Jimmy John’s pickle sub to straight pickle-juice shots, a pickle-and-chip pizza, and even a Thanksgiving-themed pizza t...

In this curiosity-charged episode of That Don’t Sound Right, Peter and Cecil sit down with Chris—an electrical engineer and friend of the show—to unpack the buzz around grounding sheets, grounding blankets, and the claim that reconnecting your body to the earth can improve sleep, reduce inflammation, and discharge built-up static.

From wearables that glitch when you least expect it to childhood games of shock-and-zap, the trio expl...

This week on That Don’t Sound Right, Peter and Cecil crack open a live mailbag episode — with a twist! Their friend Chris from Alabama drives all the way in to set the record straight after Peter’s bold claim about never eating seafood unless you can see the water it came from (and maybe owning too many pocket knives).

From car talk and AI reading engine block numbers to the kind of friendly disagreements that make old-school conve...

“The Little Rules We Live By: Salt Shakers, Sharp Knives, and Other Non-Negotiables”

In this episode of That Don’t Sound Right, hosts Peter and Cecil swap stories about the small but stubborn rules they refuse to bend — from decorative salt shakers and fluorescent life vests to leather belts, OEM oil filters, and the “only-eat-seafood-on-the-water” policy.

It’s a lighthearted look at personal principles, practical wisdom, and the q...

Hosts Peter and Cecil dig into the surprising Louvre robbery — a bold cherry-picker smash-and-grab pulled off during museum hours. They speculate on how the thieves managed it, whether inside help was involved, and what really happens to stolen crowns and gems once they disappear into the black market.

The conversation drifts (as always) into everyday oddities — from finally remembering a long-forgotten Netflix movie to puzzling ov...

The Lowe’s Cat That Went Viral: Francine’s 90-Mile Adventure

In this episode of That Don’t Sound Right, hosts Peter and Cecil welcome guest Emily to unpack a viral hometown story — Francine, the beloved Lowe’s store cat who hitched an accidental 90-mile ride to a distribution center. What follows is a wild recovery mission involving security cameras, humane traps, drones, and a social-media movement that rallied thousands of follow...

That Don’t Sound Right is a podcast about talking — the way we did before the internet. Back when you couldn’t fact-check anyone with a quick search, and all the expertise lived in the people in the conversation. We hope you enjoy ours. And if you ever find yourself thinking, “That don’t sound right,” send us a comment — you’re one of us.

In this episode, Peter and Cecil record from the workshop, kick things off with a quick fiddle...

That Don't Sound Right is a podcast about talking — the way conversations used to unfold before the internet could prove anyone right or wrong.

In this episode, hosts Peter and Cecil dive into a wild listener story: a pair of bright orange size-13 Chuck Taylors that showed up with drug paraphernalia inside. Was it a careless user’s stash? A shipping mishap? Or maybe returned merchandise gone sideways?

Along the way, they spin off i...

In this episode of That Don’t Sound Right, Peter and Cecil explore the controversy around rock stacks—better known as cairns—popping up on trails and in streams. Are they helpful markers for hikers, or do they spoil the natural landscape? The hosts unpack the Leave No Trace ethic, share personal hiking stories, and recall childhood adventures of building creek dams and catching crayfish. Along the way, they reflect on how small cho...

That Don’t Sound Right kicks off its fifth year with a special visit from listener number one Scott! He joins Peter and Cecil for a look back at the show’s most bizarre and unforgettable stories. From runaway emus and shark stats to modern train robberies, a teen joyriding a locomotive, office biting scandals, bus showdowns, and even the legendary hair-shingle debate—Peter and Cecil revisit the moments that made fans say, “That don...

Happy Anniversary! Episode #208 marks the fourth anniversary  of That Don’t Sound Right! To celebrate, Peter and Cecil dig into a special listener mailbag with Listener Number One Scott! They swap stories about podcast merch, golf ball dimple debates, bee colony relocations, the mystery of purple honey, and even a Brazilian jambu drink that leaves your mouth numb.

The celebration doesn’t stop there: they take on today’s oddities...