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Boomer Bunker Dischord

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Aaron Kickstarter

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495 Road Rage 101: Andrew the Royal formerly know as Prince

NATIONAL DAY: NATIONAL CHOCOLATE MINT DAY

BIRTHDAYs: Jeff Daniels (1955-Still Living) - Actor with roles in Dumb & Dumber and The Newsroom.

THIS DAY IN HISTORY: 1913 - Cracker Jack adds its first prize inserted to their box.

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Zuck & Meta Face the Jury

Mark Zuckerberg is facing a landmark jury trial over allegations that Meta’s social media platforms contributed to youth harm. The case centers on claims that product design and algorithm-driven engagement amplified addictive behavior and mental health risks among minors. The outcome could reshape how tech companies are held accountable for platform impact — and whether social media executives can be personally exposed to legal consequences tied to product design.

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All in the Family

In Rhode Island, the son of a man involved in a deadly hockey rink rampage was sentenced to prison for torching a Black church the year before his father’s attack. Prosecutors detailed a disturbing timeline that ties violence within a family to escalating extremist behavior. The case raises broader questions about radicalization, accountability, and whether warning signs are being missed before tragedies unfold.

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Duh Avalanche

A skier was caught in a massive avalanche despite visible warning conditions, underscoring the unforgiving nature of mountain terrain. Avalanche experts consistently warn that unstable snowpacks and shifting weather can create life-threatening situations within seconds. The incident is a reminder that nature doesn’t negotiate — and ignoring posted risk can carry immediate consequences.

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Audio credits and Producer Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Lorenzo from Misanthrope Radio 2.0

Cody the Beard as the Last Word.

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News

Josh Roberts from New Hampshire

and you can always leave a comment by email: bruce@weatherdsoul.com

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Boomer Bunker Dischord

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Aaron Kickstarter

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494 Road Rage 101: I can't what!?

NATIONAL DAY: NATIONAL DRINK WINE DAY - PLUTO DAY - ASH WEDNESDAY

BIRTHDAYs: John Travolta (1954-Still Living) - Molly Ringwald (1968-Still Living) - Jillian Michaels (1974-Still Living) - Matt Dillon (1964-Still Living)

THIS DAY IN HISTORY: 1930 - Astronomer Clyde Tombaugh discovers Pluto.

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Fighting With Your City Over Protection

Residents in Valley Glen say they’re taking crime prevention into their own hands with yard signs and home surveillance cameras, arguing they have the right to protect their neighborhood. City officials, however, claim certain signage and installations may violate municipal codes. The dispute highlights a growing tension between local government regulation and citizens who feel public safety concerns aren’t being addressed quickly enough.

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Euthanasia — Is It Your Right?

Grieving parents are calling for legal changes after their 26-year-old son was euthanized under a controversial law. The case has reignited debate over assisted dying policies, mental health considerations, and where personal autonomy intersects with medical oversight. Supporters frame euthanasia as a matter of individual choice and dignity, while critics argue safeguards may not be strong enough to prevent irreversible decisions.

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Another ICE-Related Death in Georgia

A Savannah K-8 teacher was killed in a crash after a man reportedly fleeing ICE slammed into her vehicle. The tragedy has intensified arguments surrounding immigration enforcement, pursuit policies, and public safety. As investigations continue, the broader political debate focuses on whether enforcement strategies are protecting communities or creating additional risk.

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Audio credits and Producer Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Lorenzo from Misanthrope Radio 2.0

Cody the Beard as the Last Word.

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News

Josh Roberts from New Hampshire

and you can always leave a comment by email: bruce@weatherdsoul.com

Colokum Craft Coffee

Use the Promo Code [WSMG10] For 10% of any purchase through February

Boomer Bunker Dischord

Become a Bunker Dweller

493 Road Rage 101: Cha Ching!!!

NATIONAL DAY: NATIONAL CABBAGE/CAULIFLOWER DAY

BIRTHDAYs: Daniel Lawrence Whitney (aka Larry the Cable Guy) 1963-Still living.

THIS DAY IN HISTORY: Oregon becomes the second state to enact the minimum wage law. Massachusetts was the first state to pass a minimum wage law on June 4th 1912

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LOGAN PAUL CASHES IN

Logan Paul shattered trading-card records after selling his 1998 Japanese Pikachu Illustrator — graded PSA Gem Mint 10 — for over $16.4 million. It is the only copy of its kind to receive a PSA 10, with 52 others graded lower. Beckett graded five similar cards, none higher than Mint 9.

2007-08 Upper Deck Exquisite Dual Logoman Jordan/Kobe 1/1 — $12.93M (2025)

1952 Topps Mickey Mantle #311 (SGC 9.5) $12.6M (2022)

1909-11 T206 Honus Wagner $7.25M (2022)

1914 Babe Ruth Rookie (SGC 3) $7.2M (2023)

2009-10 Stephen Curry Logoman 1/1 ~$5.9M

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X LEAVES THOUSANDS STRANDED

On Feb. 16, 2026, X went down for thousands of users across the U.S. and U.K., with issues beginning around 8 a.m. EST. Downdetector showed nearly 43,000 reports, over 40,000 from the U.S., with 53% citing app-related problems.

This marks the third outage of the year following disruptions on Jan. 13 and Jan. 16. Cloudflare activity spiked during the outage and later stated the issue had been identified and a fix implemented. Service largely returned within about an hour.

The disruption continues a pattern of instability since Elon Musk’s takeover, including prior claims of cyberattacks and infrastructure-related interruptions.

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CHINA OPENS ITS DOORS TO CANADA

Beginning Feb. 17, 2026, China will allow British and Canadian citizens to enter visa-free for up to 30 days, expanding its unilateral exemption program to 79 countries.

The move follows diplomatic outreach by Prime Ministers Keir Starmer and Mark Carney and is part of China’s broader post-COVID reopening strategy. The exemption covers tourism, business, exchanges, and family visits.

China has steadily expanded visa-free access since November 2023, reporting over 30 million visa-free entries in 2025, nearly a 50% increase from 2024. However, the policy is currently time-limited and does not extend full visa-free access to U.S. nationals.

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Audio credits and Producer Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Lorenzo from Misanthrope Radio 2.0

Cody the Beard as...