That‘s Absurd

This week on That’s Absurd Podcast, we’re breaking down the stories that have everybody asking questions. From the mysterious death of a Mississippi teenager to political battles over White House press access, hip-hop’s latest releases, internet drama, and a viral sports debate — we’re covering it all. And, of course, we're saving room for those Hot Takes! 📰 Notable News The Autopsy of Nolan Well...

🎙️ THAT’S ABSURD PODCAST ❓ QUESTION OF THE WEEK What’s the Best Scam in Recent History? From elaborate romance scams to fake identities, financial schemes, and people building entire careers around deception—some scams are almost unbelievable. What scam had you saying, “I can't even be mad…that was clever”? What's the most elaborate scam you've ever heard about? Does a scam become less crazy when...

🔥 Question of the Week Has the Trans Community Co-Opted the Black Female Aesthetic? From hairstyles and makeup to fashion, body trends, mannerisms, and social-media culture, there’s a growing debate over who gets credited for Black female aesthetics. Is the trans community borrowing and repackaging an aesthetic that originated with Black women? Or is this simply the natural evolution and exchange...

🎙️ THAT’S ABSURD PODCAST 🔥 Question of the Week How Long Should a Man Remain in a Sexless Marriage? When intimacy disappears from a marriage, how long should someone be expected to stay? Is sex a necessity in a healthy marriage, or should couples be able to maintain a strong relationship without it? We get into: How long is too long? Does a lack of intimacy justify stepping outside the marriage?...

"Headlines, Hard Conversations & The Business of Sports" ❓ Question of the Week When does protecting your family cross the line into breaking the law? If you found someone hiding in your child's bedroom, how far would you go to protect your family? Should intent matter more than the outcome? 📰 Notable News 🚨 Memphis Mother Charged After Fatal Shooting A Memphis mother was granted a $100,000...

❓ Question of the Week Is there a proper way to grieve the loss of a family member? Everyone processes loss differently. Some people cry openly, others stay silent. Some move on quickly, while others carry grief for years. Is there a "right" way to grieve? Should family members expect everyone to mourn the same? How do you support someone whose grieving process looks different from yours? Join th...

❓ Question of the Week What's something people judge way too harshly that really isn't their business? Is it who someone dates? Cosmetic surgery? Family drama? How people spend their money? Let us know your thoughts. 📰 Notable News The internet reacts after singer India Arie shares her thoughts on Yung Miami, sparking another debate about music, image, and the direction of today's culture. A lea...

🔥 Question of the Week Is the hate Taylor Swift gets from the Black community warranted? Taylor Swift is one of the biggest stars on the planet, yet she often catches criticism from parts of Black Twitter and popular culture. Is it justified? Is it simply overexposure? Or is she a symbol of how mainstream America elevates certain artists over others? Questions: Has Taylor Swift done anything dese...

Hip-Hop Diddy Tape Rumors & 50 Cent's Response The internet is buzzing over reports involving a rumored Diddy tape allegedly connected to one of 50 Cent's exes. As expected, 50 has entered the chat with his usual trolling and commentary. We discuss how social media turns rumors into headlines and whether hip-hop has become more about gossip than music. Jay-Z Disses Everybody? Rumors are circul...

🔥 Question of the Week What do you think about Drake’s three albums? Drake dropped THREE projects and the internet is split: Was it genius… or oversaturation? Did he give us classics, fillers, or a mix of both? Is Drake evolving — or trying too hard to stay everywhere at once? We rank the albums, debate replay value, and ask the real question: Can anybody else in hip-hop still dominate the cultur...

  🔥 Question of the Week What makes someone a good friend? Everybody says “that’s my friend,” but what actually makes a real one? Loyalty or honesty? Do real friends tell you what you need to hear… or what you want to hear? Is a friend still a friend if they disappear when life gets hard? Can you outgrow friendships without it being personal? We break down friendship, fake love, silent jealousy,...

🌿 Topic of the Week: Weed Culture — From Underground to Everyday We take a ride through how weed went from something hidden… to something heavily marketed, legalized, and normalized in everyday life. Is it still “culture”… or just another industry? 🎤 Culture & Influence When did weed go mainstream? Was it during the era of Snoop Dogg making it part of his identity? Or when movies like Friday...

🔥 Question of the Week Hoe phase timing: early or later? Would you rather: Have your “hoe phase” when you’re young, broke, and figuring life out… then settle down in your 30s? OR Get married young, have kids, build stability… then divorce later and enter your “hoe phase” when you’re older and established? We debate experience vs. stability, emotional maturity, and whether timing really changes th...

🏛 Politics Jasmine Crockett loses Texas Senate race We break down how Jasmine Crockett unexpectedly lost the Texas Senate race — with analysts pointing to low turnout among Latino “brown vote” blocs as the deciding factor. We get into voter engagement, shifting demographics, and whether Texas is truly “turning blue” or just talking like it. 🎤 Hip-Hop Ari Lennox: “I regret dating toxic men” Ari Le...

🔥 Question of the Week “Is liking something the same as cheating?” We tackle the idea that likes = cheating in modern relationships. Whether it’s liking someone’s pic, sliding in DMs, or tagging past flings — what actually crosses the line? We break it down with real-world examples, listener takes, and absurd scenarios that’ll make you rethink your thumb taps. 📰 Notable News 🏛️ Politics Sixth St...

🗣 Question of the Week What does “Savage” really mean? Is being “savage” a badge of honor in 2026? Is it standing on business? Being unfiltered? Cutting people off with no remorse? Or is it just toxic behavior dressed up as confidence? We break down whether savage culture is empowering… or just emotionally immature. 📰 Notable News (General trending stories & viral chaos recap — set this up or...

🎙️ That’s Absurd Podcast – Episode Show Notes This week, the crew dives headfirst into the absurdity of politics, pop culture, hip-hop, and sports—breaking down what’s corny, what’s controversial, and what’s just straight-up unbelievable. ❓ Question of the Week What does it really mean to be “corny”? Is it cringe behavior, forced authenticity, or just doing too much? We debate where the line is—a...

This week on That’s Absurd Podcast, the crew is back breaking down the most chaotic headlines, wild internet moments, and conversations you didn’t know you needed. We kick things off with the Question of the Week: How was your holidays? — from family drama to unexpected blessings, nothing’s off limits. In Notable News, we dive into the controversial ICE shooting, unpack a Supreme Court 6–3 emergen...

Welcome back to another wild episode of That’s Absurd Podcast, where we break down the most outrageous stories in politics, hip-hop, pop culture, and sports — with unfiltered opinions, real debates, and plenty of laughs. Each week, the crew dives into: The craziest headlines Trending social media debates Hip-hop beefs & industry drama Celebrity chaos And the sports stories everybody’s arguing...

This week, the squad is back with hot takes on news, culture, hip-hop, and sports — plus a wild Question of the Week you won’t want to miss. ❓ Question of the Week Who’s wrong? (We break down a viral relationship scenario making the rounds on Facebook 👉 link ) 📰 Notable News Headlines, chaos, and absurdity as always — the team breaks down what’s buzzing. 🏛️ Politics New angles and heated discus...

This week’s episode is loaded with wild headlines, cultural shake-ups, and messy celebrity drama. Let’s get into the absurdity… 📰 Notable News UPS Cargo Plane Crash in Louisville A UPS plane crashes with 3 crew members onboard, causing a massive explosion and fire. We break down what happened and the response. Deadly Attack at Gay Bar in Tampa (Ybor City) A man crashes into a LGBTQ+ bar, killing...

💭 Question of the Week Is omitting the truth considered lying? 🤥 The crew debates whether leaving out key details is just “protecting someone’s feelings” or flat-out deceit. Where’s the line between honesty and manipulation? You know it’s about to get absurd! 🗞️ Notable News Hurricane Melissa — a monstrous Category 5 storm packing 175 mph winds — is bearing down on Jamaica. We discuss the devast...

💭 Question of the Week Does your spouse’s sexual past matter? The crew dives deep into one of the most debated relationship questions — should your partner’s past even be a topic of discussion? From transparency to insecurity, it gets real absurd in this one. 🗞️ Notable News A quick round-up of what’s been happening in the world before we get into the absurdity. 🏛️ Politics Government Shutdown Lo...

This week on the That’s Absurd Podcast, the crew dives deep into another wild mix of news, politics, culture, and sports. From divine debates to hip-hop drama, we’re covering it all. 🔥 Notable News Surviving the Rapture – the internet goes wild with theories, memes, and questions of faith. 🏛️ Politics The White House removes white crime stats from federal reporting — is this transparency or selec...

Question of the Week: 👉 Betrayal? – We unpack what betrayal really looks like in relationships, friendships, and business. 🔥 Notable News & Politics Tragedy at Utah Valley University: Conservative activist Charlie Kirk shot and killed on campus — we break down the chaos, reactions, and political fallout. 🎵 Hip-Hop 50 Cent Wins Big – Fif officially secures the rights to Paid in Full, what do...