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.
Episodes
473 episodes
Unmanned and Uninvited
A drone flying over the Lee Correctional Institution in South Carolina was intercepted by prison staff after dropping a package of contraband that included raw steak, crab legs, Old Bay seasoning, marijuana and cigarettes. Officials seized the ...
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9:20
From the Rink to the Record Books
In this episode, we bring you one of the most unexpected and awe-inspiring moments in recent skating history. On July 25, 2025, at a rink in Sun Valley, Idaho, Hungarian national-champion figure skater Eszter Szombathelyi pulled off a feat nobo...
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10:46
The Rant Heard 'Round the Grocery Aisle
In this episode, we dig into the recent scandal at Campbell’s — how a high-ranking executive was secretly recorded mocking the company’s own products as “food for poor people,” disparaging customers and employees, and claiming the chicken was “...
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10:05
Salt, Yeast, and Justice
In this episode, we explore the unlikely legal battle of Andre McKechnie, a life-sentenced prisoner at Port Phillip maximum-security prison in Victoria, Australia, who is suing the state over a ban on Vegemite behind bars. McKechnie argues that...
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11:34
Naked Ambitions
In this episode, we dive into the viral controversy around TikToker and DoorDash driver Olivia Henderson. After arriving at a customer’s house for a routine delivery, she says she found him passed out—naked—on his couch. She filmed the moment, ...
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10:41
When AI Accuses the Innocent
In this episode, we unpack how an Australian Catholic University used AI-powered software to flag nearly 6,000 students for alleged cheating in 2024 — about 90% of the referrals related to AI use. We hear the story of a student n...
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11:54
Rushing for Another Record
In this episode we dig into a jaw-dropping mix-up in Queensland, Australia — where for years students in Year 12 across the state had been studying the Roman emperor Augustus Caesar… only to discover, just days before their final ancient-histor...
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12:56
Beyond the Bag
In this episode we dig into a startling incident at Kenwood High School in Baltimore County, Maryland — where an AI-powered gun-detection system flagged a student’s empty bag of Doritos as a firearm, triggered a full police response, and left a...
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13:01
Smuggled in Plain Air
A rogue balloon drifting across Lithuanian airspace isn’t just unusual — it’s disruptive. In this episode, we unravel the bizarre story of a balloon smuggling cigarettes into Lithuania, how it triggered massive flight delays, and why 6,000 pass...
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11:11
What You See Isn't Always What You Get
What do you do when your Halloween candy is... not scary? That’s exactly what some disgruntled Reese’s customers are asking after filing a lawsuit claiming the brand’s seasonal treats didn’t deliver enough spooky spirit. In this episode, ...
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10:34
Can You Put a Price on Burps?
Denmark is making history. Starting in 2030, livestock farmers will be taxed for the greenhouse gases produced by cows, pigs, and sheep—yes, that includes burps and flatulence. The country plans to charge 300 kroner ($43.58 USD) per ton of CO₂-...
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Choosing Water over Wine
Since about 2022, the UK has seen a noticeable shift in how people drink: health, moderation, and mindful consumption have become central to social life and hospitality. Low‐ and no‐alcohol drinks are being embraced more than ever; many consume...
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10:58
One Hair Color, Many Stories
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 identit...
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10:19
Driving Innocence on a Busy Road
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 inst...
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10:30
Sued for Being Yourself
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 accoun...
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8:57
A Record on Rails
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 rolle...
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10:50
Whose Moment is it Anyway?
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 se...
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13:25
What Nuclear Fallout Left Behind
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, e...
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9:23
Old Sandwich, New Violence
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 san...
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9:39
Clawing for the Guinness Crown
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 ...
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9:13
Under Cloth, Behind Bars
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 wa...
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11:01
Unlawful Use of Kindness
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. Anoth...
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10:16
When Screens Steal Hearts
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‑m...
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