The Ebone Zone

The Ebone Zone

Welcome to The Ebone Zone, make yourself at home among the Zoner community. Whether you're binge-listening, you're a casual fan or you're here for the first time, you'll love what goes on. Stay connected on Twitter @OfficialEBZ and Facebook @ebonezonepodcast New episodes are released Friday nights at 9:00 pm.

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September 26, 2025 10 mins

 What happens when you post an ad for 15 redhead models—and 150 people answer the call? What began in 2005 as a modest artistic experiment by Dutch painter Bart Rouwenhorst turned into something much bigger: a global celebration of identity, pride, and connection. In this episode, we trace the festival’s unlikely origin, its evolution into an annual gathering in Tilburg, and the day it made history—with 1,672 natural redheads posin...

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In Prince George, British Columbia, what started as a lazy Slurpee run turned into something you’d expect in a comedy sketch. Kasper Lincoln borrowed a child‑sized pink Barbie Jeep from his roommate and decided to drive it down 15th Avenue instead of walking. In this episode, we walk through how a toy car—capable of speeds up to about 4 mph, with power steering and brakes—became evidence of prohibited driving. We unpack the legal f...

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September 12, 2025 8 mins

In a twist that sounds straight out of a satirical sketch, Mark S. Zuckerberg, a seasoned bankruptcy attorney from Indianapolis, has launched a lawsuit against Meta, arguing that the social media giant repeatedly deactivated his Facebook accounts simply because he shares the exact same name as the company’s CEO, Mark E. Zuckerberg. Between 2022 and 2025 alone, his personal account was suspended five times and his business page mult...

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September 5, 2025 10 mins

This week, we dive into an extraordinary feat of adrenaline, ambition, and pure roller‑coaster passion: Dean Stokes, a 36‑year‑old British thrill‑seeker, has just etched his name into the Guinness World Record books by riding 55 different roller coasters in just one week. He embarked on this wild sprint from August 2 at Brighton Palace Pier to August 9 at Thorpe Park in Surrey, surpassing the previous goal of 30 rides set by Guinne...

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August 29, 2025 13 mins

In this episode, we unpack the social media sensation (and etiquette quagmire): grandma showers—celebrations for soon-to-be grandmothers that mirror traditional baby showers. What started as a sweet way to honor matriarchs has triggered some serious backlash—and sparked a broader conversation about whose moment it really is.

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August 22, 2025 9 mins

On July 3, 2025, routine radiation checks at the Savannah River Site—a sprawling Cold War-era nuclear facility in South Carolina—revealed something straight out of a sci-fi thriller: a radioactive wasp nest perched beside waste storage tanks, emitting radiation levels ten times higher than federally permitted limits Officials labeled it “legacy contamination,” not an active leak, and swiftly zapped the nest, bagged it as radiologic...

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August 15, 2025 9 mins

In this gripping episode, we dive into a bizarre and unsettling incident out of Paterson, New Jersey. At Baladna Bakery on Main Street, two brothers—Abed and Mohammad Assad—became the targets of a violent attack by a customer furious over a sandwich they had served four years earlier. The man claimed to have been given an eggplant sandwich instead of an egg sandwich, despite an allergy, and returned in anger demanding redress.

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August 8, 2025 9 mins

Dive into the spectacle behind Claw King—now officially the world’s largest claw machine. Standing 17.16 ft long, nearly 13 ft tall, and over 8 ft wide, this mechanical marvel spans a massive 1,761 cubic feet, towering over its predecessor in Florida. 

Built by PlayFair at the iconic TOPS viewpoint in Cebu City, Claw King isn't just a world record—it’s a vibrant symbol of Filipino creativity and cultural pride. Designed by loca...

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August 1, 2025 11 mins

In this jaw-dropping episode, we follow the bizarre incident of a Florida woman caught smuggling two live turtles in her bra at Miami International Airport. Wrapped in gauze and plastic, one turtle tragically did not survive, while the other was seized by authorities and handed over to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

TSA agents discovered the concealed reptiles after imaging scanners flagged the woman’s chest ...

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July 25, 2025 10 mins

On July 9 in sunny Key West, Florida, what began as a routine moment—waiting for a chicken to cross the road—escalated into a full-blown road‑rage incident. Cynthia Diaz Sosa, 38, halted her car on Petronia Street to let the chicken pass. Another driver, Perla DeMiller, grew impatient, honked, sped past, and tragically ran over the bird. Fueled by fury, Sosa pursued DeMiller to the intersection of Emma and Olivia Streets, forced he...

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July 18, 2025 9 mins

In this gripping episode, we dive into the unsettling true story of Paul Davis, a 43‑year‑old man from Southampton, UK, who was duped into believing he was in a romantic relationship with none other than Jennifer Aniston. Over a chilling five‑month period, Paul was bombarded with AI‑generated deepfake videos, faux driver’s licenses, flirty voice notes, and romantic texts from a sophisticated scammer who called him “my love.” The fr...

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July 11, 2025 10 mins

In this episode, we explore how Gen Z is responding to global crises—specifically recent fears of World War III triggered by Iran-Israel tensions—by turning anxiety into humor on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. This episode unpacks how humor can become both a shield and a spark for deeper conversations in a digital age overshadowed by global instability. 

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In this episode, we embark on a journey through the textures, aromas, and flavors of the world’s largest cheese-tasting festival. Held on May 25, 2025, in Sopó, Cundinamarca, Colombia, this event brought together 1,185 cheese lovers—breaking the previous record of 1,000—with each of us sampling three iconic cheeses: Gruyère, Sopó, and Argovia. Recognized by Guinness World Records, this festival celebrated Alpina’s 80‑year heritage ...

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June 27, 2025 8 mins

In this touching and visionary episode, we explore Celestis, a Houston-based pioneer since 1994 in “space burials”—the practice of sending small portions of cremated remains (or even DNA) into space. We'll unpack how Celestis works, what it offers, and the rising popularity of this futuristic way to memorialize lives.

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#WhatMakesMeHangry

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In this heartwarming episode, we delve into the remarkable story of Olivia Jaquith, a CBS6 Albany news anchor who continued her live broadcast even after her water broke. Just before the morning newscast, Olivia experienced early labor contractions, yet chose to stay on air, delivering the news with grace and humor. Her co-anchor, Julia Dunn, shared the unexpected development with viewers, and Olivia maintained her composure throug...

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June 13, 2025 21 mins

In this engaging episode, Ethan sits down with Lance Parker and Josh Hickman, the visionary owners of Silo Cinema Drive-In, a unique outdoor movie experience nestled on Parker Farms in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. They share the story behind transforming a family farm into a nostalgic drive-in theater, blending classic cinema with rural charm. The conversation delves into the challenges and rewards of operating a drive-in, the...

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June 6, 2025 9 mins

In this bizarre and hilarious true story from Turkey, a night of drinking takes an unexpected turn when a man stumbles into the woods and unknowingly joins the search party looking for... himself. As friends and family panic over his disappearance, he tags along with volunteers, blissfully unaware he's the very person they're trying to find. We dive into the viral tale of Beyhan Mutlu, whose accidental self-rescue became ...

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May 30, 2025 9 mins

In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the controversy surrounding the name Lucifer, as chosen by Dan and Mandy Sheldon for their newborn son. The couple from Chesterfield, Derbyshire, faced unexpected resistance when a registrar at Derbyshire County Council attempted to dissuade them from registering the name, citing its association with the Devil and potential future challenges for their child. Despite the registrar&apo...

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May 23, 2025 10 mins

In this episode, we delve into the remarkable case of Audrey Jean Backeberg, who vanished from Reedsburg, Wisconsin, in 1962. For over six decades, her disappearance remained a mystery, until a breakthrough in 2025 led to her discovery alive and well in another state.

Detective Isaac Hanson revisited the cold case and uncovered an out-of-state arrest record matching Backeberg's details. This discovery, combined with genealogica...

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May 16, 2025 8 mins

In this jaw-dropping episode, we recount the incredible story of a speedboat that defied the odds at the 2025 Desert Storm Shootout on Lake Havasu in Arizona. Racing at a blistering 200 mph, the Freedom One Racing team's twin-hull Skater boat became airborne, executing a full backward flip before crashing back into the water. Miraculously, both drivers emerged with only minor injuries, thanks to their protective gear and the s...

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