On this edition of 5 O'Clocktales, Ben talks about how to make a delicious and versatile Five Fruits syrup with roots in the Golden Age of cocktails, and relays a recipe that features it as the main sweetener: The Whiskey Crusta.

Thanks to Michael and Laura from the Campus Theatre for coming in to talk about their jam packed next few days. ABBA, Tarzan, etc etc. all in Lewisburg

Someone keeps stealing the signs in Bug Tussle, TexasMarch 25th, 2026

Here's why you should eat chocolate before your workoutThe number 867-5309 now worksSelling a mobile home?  Prices are through the roof right nowMarch 25th, 2026

Another guy caught speeding in Florida... another ridiculous excuse to the police as to why he was doing it. March 24th, 2026

Vets are costing more... so people are talking their pets less.Robots coming to fast food restaurants?Are men as hopeless as we're made out to be?March 24th, 2026

Steven C. Wright Talks About Hiking the Appalachian Trail and the book he wrote about the experience.  

A 15 year old stole a city bus - and everyone is impressed with how good of a driver he is.March 23rd, 2026

The number of volunteer firefighters has dropped by nearly 200,000 people in America in the past 15 years.Here's how long TSA lines currently are.Walmart has gotten a patent to introduce 'surge' pricing on household essentials...

Another Florida Man story.  This time, a man's scheme to steal $600,000 worth of onions and potatoes. March 13th, 2026

Most of us wish our birthday was on June 15th?Living near a bar or restaurant could have a serious impact on your health.This is how much couples are spending on their weddings in 2026March 13th, 2026

On this edition of 5 O'Clocktales, Ben investigates what happens when life imitates art that pokes fun at art, and the real-life interpretation of a Simpsons gag: A Single Plum Floating In Perfume Served In A Man's Hat