Blind Radio Guy Podcast

Originally aired July 26, 2023. Ariana Grande is making headlines over her new romance with a costar who may have left his family for her — is she being unfairly branded a homewrecker? Plus, a dumpster diver goes viral after showing off the unopened food, unused coffee beans, and stacks of clean cups he found tossed in a Starbucks dumpster. Romero also breaks down the shortest IQ test that claims...

Originally aired July 24, 2023. Romero pays tribute to the legendary Tony Bennett, who passed away this week, and shares an editorial appreciation of his decades-spanning career. Jamie Foxx is seen for the first time in an Instagram video after a life-threatening medical complication kept him out of the public eye for nearly four months. Plus, Romero previews his upcoming trip to Morning Show Boot...

Originally aired July 21, 2023. Ever made a special trip for a Wawa hoagie or a Whataburger? Romero runs down a list of beloved regional fast food chains worth seeking out next time you're in their neck of the woods. Plus, you might be more successful than you think if you've accomplished any of these 11 things in life, and a man's viral video reveals how he routinely skips the receipt check on hi...

Originally aired July 20, 2023. It's National Lollipop Day! Miranda Lambert catches heat online after a viral clip has her being labeled the "grinch of country" for stopping her concert to call out fans taking selfies instead of watching the show. An NYC hiring manager gets brutally honest about rejecting a job candidate for being "too attractive." And the tech and hacking community mourns the los...

Originally aired July 18, 2023. Let's dive into a list about the most desirable and least favorable states to reside in, must-avoid countries for travelers, and the remarkable journey of rapper Fat Joe, who triumphed over depression and shed a staggering 200 pounds amid the challenges posed by the pandemic. Sources: Texas ranked among worst places to live and work in America How Fat Joe lost 200 p...

Originally aired July 17, 2023. It's Get Out of the Doghouse Day, National Lottery Day, World Emoji Day, and National Tattoo Day! Romero shouts out birthdays for Luke Bryan, motorcycle and off-road racer Carey Hart, David Hasselhoff, and Jeremih. He also runs down some streaming alternatives to Netflix, Spotify, and YouTube — Mubi, Bandcamp, Crunchyroll, and Pluto TV — and dives into how AI tools...

Originally aired June 12, 2023. McDonald's Happy Meals now include friendly plushy Squishmallows with an accompanying playlist via QR code, blind friends were kicked off a cruise ship in England, and we're sending our love and well-wishes to country music legend Toby Keith as he battles prostate cancer. Announcement: Precious Perez is performing at the Kennedy Center on June 24th, 2023, and Romero...

Originally aired June 7, 2023. Welcome to Romero's Reflections Episode 2! Romero takes a break from the daily news to just talk. He recaps the upcoming performance with Latin music artist, author, and disability advocate Precious Perez — he'll be backing her in the band Midair Decision on June 24th at 6pm at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. (also streaming live on their YouTube channel). He...

Originally aired June 6, 2023. McDonald's offers a sheet cake? Since when! Plus, how to be a "real man," a groom caught texting while walking down the aisle at his own wedding, and Apple just had their WWDC 2023, where they revealed a new VR headset, a larger MacBook Air, and previewed new software. Sources: Not a real man until you've done these things Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air preview Groom ca...

Originally aired June 2, 2023. Let's discuss the most hated brands in America based on a recent survey, a trending TikTok food hack using McDonald's hash browns and McFlurries, and a Reddit thread about things that were once normal but are now considered luxuries. Plus, a Louisiana teen jumps into shark-infested waters from a ship because of a dare. Sources: Most hated brands in America McDonald's...

Originally aired June 1, 2023. Announcement: Precious Perez is performing at the Kennedy Center on June 24th, 2023, and Romero will be playing keybass in her backing band, Midair Decision . To reserve your spot (first-come, first-served), view the event page here ! Al Pacino is having a baby at 83, phrases that show you are emotionally mature, and let's have a real conversation about those touch s...

Originally aired May 31, 2023. Country music fanatic and musician John Dowling Jr. joins us to speak on his love for country music, his favorite decades of country ranked, the instruments he plays, his long-lost father who was instrumental in his music journey, and his biggest influences within classic country. He also graces us with the first live performance ever on the Blind Radio Guy Podcast....

Originally aired May 17, 2023. Kelly Clarkson responds to the toxic work environment op-ed that ran in Rolling Stone magazine, do you believe in "work spouses"? Plus, local radio stations' towers go dark after a huge copper theft, and this really cool story of a woman who almost didn't see a college acceptance letter with a six-figure scholarship. Sources: Kelly Clarkson responds to toxic work cla...

Originally aired May 16, 2023. Country legend Reba McEntire is taking Blake Shelton's seat on NBC's singing competition "The Voice," a woman's boss sent her a screenshot of read receipts after she didn't respond on her day off, and Kim Kardashian is rumored to be going after who now? Radio Radar: Audacy's Top 40 station WTDY in Philadelphia has rebranded itself as "The New 96.5," a Hot AC station,...

Originally aired May 15, 2023. Wrestler Andre the Giant took a giant poop in a giant skytube and made people sick, a TikTok nanny falls in love with the single dad she's been babysitting for (who is also 20 years older than her), and the top baby names of 2022 might shock you. See where your name ranks, plus so much more on today's episode! Sources: Andre the Giant's infamous plane story Most popu...

Originally aired May 9, 2023. It's Tuesday! Britney Spears might have to postpone her tell-all autobiography because of some angry A-listers she claims to have hooked up with. Then, a mom who made a huge nacho platter for her 12 kids in a baby pool and the backlash she got online. Next, we'll reveal how Nick Cannon decides which of his six baby mamas to sleep with every night (hint: it's not very...

Originally aired May 8, 2023. It's Monday! Romero covers Chris Brown and Usher's reported altercation, the mystery of the scattered pasta in the New Jersey woods (possibly solved), and a bartender's clever way of cutting off friends without them realizing it. Sources: Mystery of massive pasta dump in NJ woods may be solved Chris Brown and Usher's reported altercation in Vegas Bartender's trick for...

Originally aired May 5, 2023. It's Friday, Cinco de Mayo! Romero talks about Ed Sheeran winning the Marvin Gaye "Let's Get It On" copyright lawsuit, a man selling a family heirloom to pay for his wedding, and the announcement of "Smoreos." Hit play on this latest episode before you head into the weekend! Sources: Ed Sheeran found not guilty in Marvin Gaye lawsuit Man sells family heirloom to pay f...

Originally aired May 4, 2023. Romero discusses Jamie Foxx's recent public statement after his hospitalization, the mysterious scattering of large amounts of pasta in a New Jersey forest, and an unusual incident involving bees on a plane. Additionally, he celebrates "Petite and Proud Day" (shouting out Natalie Portman, Kylie Minogue, Michael J. Fox, Seth Green, Amy Poehler, Reese Witherspoon, and E...

Originally aired May 3, 2023. Join Romero in today's episode as he discusses the down-to-earth lifestyle of country singer Luke Combs and his wife, the return of the beloved Strawberry Frosty at Wendy's, and how American Airlines is making it difficult for passengers to switch to lower airfares without extra fees. Don't miss out, hit play now! Sources: Wendy's brings back the Strawberry Frosty Luk...

Originally aired May 2, 2023. Introducing Romero's Reflections, a series on this podcast where Romero shares his thoughts and engages in conversation with listeners when he's unable to produce a full episode. In this first installment, he digs into the topic of memory and how we tend to remember things that hold little importance, like dates. He also takes a serious look at loyalty, exploring the...

Originally aired May 1, 2023. Romero discusses how Morgan Wallen's last-minute concert cancellation angered his fans, the surprising impact your email address can have on your job prospects, and a man's innovative solution to save money by converting a dumpster into a tiny home for just $62 a month. Sources: Morgan Wallen cancels concert, fans furious Your old email address is hurting your job pro...

Originally aired April 28, 2023. Rest in peace to one of the most controversial TV hosts of all time, Jerry Springer. Plus, a "zombie" woman attack sends TSA agents to the hospital, and canned chili from Wendy's? It'll be a possible thing! Enjoy this episode before your weekend. Sources: Jerry Springer, talk show host, dies at 79 Woman attacks Arizona TSA agents Wendy's canned chili is coming to s...

Originally aired April 25, 2023. Romero talks about hidden cameras turning up in Airbnb rentals, things going nuts on flights since the pandemic — including a man on an American Airlines flight who urinated on another passenger during an argument on a flight from New York to India — and rest in peace to former "Dancing with the Stars" head judge Len Goodman. Plus, it's Sense of Smell Day, and Rome...

Originally aired April 23, 2023. Romero covers a fire that broke out at Disneyland, talks about foods that can help reduce your cancer risk, and what's going on with those missing Twitter blue checks — plus the celebrity meltdowns over it all. Romero also gives a shoutout to his homie Adam and reminds everyone to make the most of the last week of April and Taurus season. Sources: Fire breaks out a...