The Absurdists
The Absurdists is a weekly podcast where co-hosts Marlo Anderson and Mary Murphy take you on a hilarious and thought-provoking journey through the bizarre, the whimsical, and the downright absurd aspects of modern life. Whether they’re discussing peculiar inventions, absurd laws, or the quirks of daily communication, Marlo and Mary bring humor, curiosity, and light-hearted banter to every episode. With a focus on finding joy in life’s oddities, The Absurdists is a show that embraces the weird and invites listeners to laugh at the unexpected. Tune in for engaging conversations, amusing stories, and a reminder to embrace the absurdity in your own life!
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From Velvet and Big Cucumbers to Absurdist Graffiti: A Wild Ride with Marlo and Mary
On the latest episode of The Absurdists, Marlo Anderson and Mary Murphy take us on another rollercoaster ride of hilarity and peculiar musings. From wardrobe confessions (blue velvet, anyone?) to the accidental messages that left their senders red-faced, the duo keeps the laughs coming.
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The Most Absurd World Records You Never Knew Existed
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Read moreIn Episode 10 of The Absurdists, Marlo Anderson and Mary Murphy take listeners on a journey into the absurdity of beloved childhood nursery rhymes. But this time, they’re not just recalling the catchy tunes from our youth—they’re digging deep into the surprisingly dark and twisted origins of these innocent-sounding jingles.
Exploring the Dark Side of Nursery Rhymes
From Humpty Dumpty’s tragic fall to the grim reality behind “Ring A...
In this hilariously absurd episode of The Absurdists, hosts Marlo Anderson and Mary Murphy take us on a whimsical journey through their recent experiences and quirky observations. Marlo shares stories from his recent travels to London and Paris, offering a unique perspective on everything from international McDonald’s menus to cross-cultural miscommunications.
The episode kicks off with Marlo’s adventures in Europe, where he had a ...
Hey there, folks! Marlo Anderson here, and boy, do I have a doozy of an episode to share with you. This week on The Absurdists, Mary and I took a deep dive into some of the craziest collections you’ve ever heard of. I mean, we’re not talking about your run-of-the-mill stamp collections here – we’re talking about the kind of stuff that’ll make you go, “Wa...
Have you ever picked up a product and burst out laughing at its warning label? You’re not alone! In a recent episode of The Absurdists, hosts Marlo Anderson and Mary Murphy took a deep dive into the world of the most bizarre and downright absurd warning labels ever slapped onto consumer products. Buckle up (but not in your wheelbarrow) as we take you on a wild ride through some of the most ...
Read moreA Hilarious Return The episode kicks off with Marlo and Mary joking about their absence from each other’s lives, likening it to ghosting—a theme that threads through their conversation. They humorously explore the concept of ghosting, its different types, and how it plays into their busy lives.
The Absurdity of Being Busy Marlo and Mary dive into the definition of being busy and when it becomes a...
Embracing the Absurd
Read moreDive into the delightful madness of “The Absurdists” with hosts Marlo Anderson and Mary Murphy in our inaugural episode! This week, we explore some of the most bewildering and hilariously inexplicable laws from across the United States. From prohibitions on wearing false teeth without spousal approval to bans on misplacing misplaced pigeons, our hosts tackle each topic with their trademark wit and irreverence.
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Welcome to another episode of “The Absurdists,” where logic takes a back seat and curiosity reigns supreme. In this episode, titled “From Why to Why Not,” hosts Mary Murphy and Marlo Anderson take us on a verbal escapade across the American landscape, not by car or plane, but through the intriguing stories behind some of the most bizarrely named towns in the United States.
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