Tony & Todd's Roadside Attractions

Barns & Nobles (3.25.09)

2009-03-26T18:39:00.002-04:00

Take a trip through time with us. All the way back to 2003. Yes, 2003. Poodle skirts, the birth of Rock & Roll, and Christopher Columbus. Well, maybe not poodle skirts.

-TnT

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Fuzz Busters (3.10.09)

2009-03-26T18:36:00.003-04:00

This place is on U.S. 20 near Woodville. Cut little place with the nicest people working there. We even signed their wall. Keep watching for Todd's bonus attraction. What?

-TnT

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Switcheroo (2.18.09)

2009-03-26T15:39:00.001-04:00

Todd once again leaves us in the dark on this one.

-TnT

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Extreme Makeover: Horn Edition

2009-03-26T15:34:00.002-04:00

Crazy hi-jinks ensue when we wander around the set of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.

-TnT

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Cone, Heads

2008-08-05T16:24:00.002-04:00

We got the scoop! Apparently, the owner's son spotted a going-out-of-business sale for these giant cones in a magazine. For the past 14 years, it's been a giant sprinkle on the map of Clyde, OH. That's what we call a sweet spot!

- TnT

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Bloopers Part 5

2008-07-30T14:54:00.002-04:00

If you like "T.V.'s Foul-ups, Bleeps and Blunders" ... you'll probably like anything. So, enjoy our take - and outtakes.

- TnT

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The Lights Are On ...

2008-07-14T15:33:00.002-04:00

... but Todd's not home. Thomas Edison is, though. He's in the house. Not literally, mind you. That's just a lame expression.

In all seriousness, Todd's been here before. He was super pumped about re-visiting the past in every sense. And when it comes to Thomas Edison, Todd is a big fan. It's like, when he heard we were driving through Milan, a lightbulb went off. Ha ha! Get it? A lightbulb! Classic.

- TnT

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Torchdown!

2008-07-09T19:02:00.002-04:00

Thanks to Craig for suggesting this one. CLICK HERE for the website he uncovered with more information.

Boy Scouts of America, Craig salutes you!

- TnT

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Dragon Us Around

2008-07-01T17:13:00.002-04:00

We initially wanted this guy to fire off his "Zoning Enforcer." Turns out, the gigantic cannon does not actually work ... yet. That's probably for the best.

Instead, we got a sneak peek at a new creation. It'll get kids all ready for the holidays! Just wait 'til they see it all lit up, blowing smoke and gnashing its jagged metal teeth!

- TnT

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A La Peanut Butter Sandwiches!

2008-06-24T15:01:00.002-04:00

Smack dab on North Main St. in Findlay, OH. You can't miss this place. Unless, of course, David Copperfield is around to perform some trickery. Then, it's hit or miss.

- TnT

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Chess Mates

2008-06-11T14:48:00.002-04:00

Todd: "If you're playing chess in Australia, is it confusing?"

Tony: "What do you mean?"

Todd: "They'd be all, like, 'Check, mate.' And you'd be like, 'No, that's just
check.' And they'd go, 'Yea, s'what I said. Check, mate.' And you'd go, 'No-'"

Tony: I get it.

Todd: Get what?

Tony: *sigh*

- TnT

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Trainiacs

2008-06-04T18:35:00.002-04:00

All a-BORED? Not anymore, if you take the A-train to Findlay, Ohio. The trains are small, but the fun is big. Big fun.

CLICK HERE to visit the train-related mayhem!

- TnT

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The Whip Guy

2008-05-29T16:44:00.002-04:00

Eat your heart out, Indiana Jones! You'll be amazed by The Whip Guy - Jack Ford sure was.

CLICK HERE to visit www.thewhipguy.com

This 9 minute clip from our 2nd stint on "Coffee with the Fords" was filmed in front of a live studio audience ... of roughly 7 people.

- TnT

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Pass the Bibs, Gimme Mo' Ribs!

2008-05-29T16:39:00.002-04:00

As seen on Coffee with the Fords, this foray into advertising was unsolicited ... and short-lived. Mo, however, found it amusing.

- TnT

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1812 Over? Sure.

2008-05-19T18:57:00.004-04:00

Perrysburg's own historic treasure. Come out and visit! It ain't goin' nowhere.

If you can't make it in person, CLICK HERE to check out the website.

Happy Memorial Day!

- TnT

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Pelican Briefs

2008-05-07T15:31:00.002-04:00

All of these are located within a few mile stretch along U.S. 20.

- TnT

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Barefoot In The Park

2008-05-07T15:28:00.002-04:00

Vandals defaced this guy in the past. So, the city of Sandusky took some precautionary measures.

- TnT

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Mind Your Manors

2008-05-07T15:25:00.002-04:00

Ghostly Manor Thrill Center is located in Sandusky. Trust us, it's scary. Check out the link below if you dare.

Also, this segment aired as part of our tv special. That would explain the ending. Awww.

- TnT

Click here to visit Ghostly Manor's website.

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Bloopers Part 4

2008-05-07T15:22:00.002-04:00

These ran at the end of our TV special, which would explain the credits. You'll see some classics mixed in among the newbies, plus a few surprises. It all goes to show that we really excell at failure.

- TnT

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Promos, Promos, Promos!

2008-04-18T16:32:00.001-04:00

These are simply a taste of what's to come ... Bloopers!

p.s. Our special airs Saturday, May 3rd at 1:30 p.m.

- TnT

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Coffee with the Fords

2008-04-15T17:32:00.002-04:00

Our first appearance! Now you can re-live the magic of this broadcast, which orginally aired at 6:30 a.m. on Sunday, April 13th.

Yes, we're plugging our special (SATURDAY, MAY 3rd @ 1:30 P.M.), but it's so much more. You'll see the premiere of an all new Roadside Attraction; You'll learn how to make S'Mizza S'mie and win friends; You'll wonder where Rhonda the Rabbit fits in to all of this.

S'Mizza.

- TnT

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Bear With Us

2008-04-08T18:43:00.002-04:00

Cabela's in Dundee, MI has plenty to see inside ... but it's what's on the OUTSIDE that counts!

- TnT

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Fossil Fools

2008-04-01T19:19:00.003-04:00

I wish we lived closer to the Wisconsin Dells. It's a goldmine for the kinds of attractions that really, uh, attract us.

Special thanks to Colleen for the "satellite uplink."

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The Not-So Special Special

2008-03-04T15:11:00.003-05:00

Looking for a way to kill 23 minutes? Look no further. Behold - our first attempt at an actual made-for-tv-mini-movie. Everything was great ... except it didn't air.

But have no fear, true believers. Our NEW special is slated for Saturday, May 3rd at 1:30 in the afternoon (on 13 ABC, of course). Set your DVRs and spread the word!

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1,2,3,4 ... I Declare A Sculpture War

2008-02-22T19:16:00.001-05:00

Setting an example for the kids. As always.

- TnT

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Wind, Loser, Draw

2008-02-18T14:54:00.001-05:00

Anything with an informational kiosk qualifies as a roadside attraction.

- TnT

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Tree-Mail

2008-02-15T14:41:00.001-05:00

If you spot something roadside worthy, you know where to send it.

-TnT

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Aww, That's Souper

2008-02-12T15:06:00.000-05:00

Mmm, mmm ... soup is good, uh, zany web-only comedic material. Andy Warhol was right about everyone getting their 15 minutes of fame, but did he predict this?! Probably.

-TnT

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Bloopers Part 3

2008-01-18T22:34:00.000-05:00

Good Grief! More Bloopers! Can't we do anything right?

-TnT

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Ya' Big Bully

2008-01-11T18:56:00.000-05:00

This bull has caught the attention of passing motorists since the late 1970s. We're told it was initially installed along U.S. 224 to entice visitors off the highway and onto main street in Gilboa ... but even the guy who PAID for the bull says he's not sure why they chose a bull.

-TnT

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If These Doors Could Talk

2008-01-04T23:23:00.000-05:00

... oh, wait. They do.

*SLAM*

- TnT

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U.F.Faux

2007-12-28T14:27:00.000-05:00

Tony: "Todd! Look up in the sky! It's a bird, it's a plane, its..."
Todd: "It's neither. Try wiping the condensation off the window."
Tony: "No seriously, I think it might be some sort of other life form trying to communicate!"
Todd: "Oh really weirdo? What's it saying?"
Tony: "It's saying 'Pull over and check me out!'"
Todd: "I think it's saying, 'Tony needs to start drinking decaf.'"
Tony: "Just pull over."
Todd: "Fine."

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Walkin' In A Children's Wonderland

2007-12-18T15:29:00.000-05:00

Inside the Lucas County Rec. Center, this holiday favorite is 44 years old and still childlike. Stay tuned for a bonus joke!

- TnT

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Lights, Camera, Lights!

2007-12-14T22:23:00.001-05:00

More than 100,000 lights and they're all on a house on Holly Drive. Coincidence? Yes.

Thanks to Justin for spotting this one!

- TnT

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Up & Running

2007-12-14T16:19:00.000-05:00

Our new, improved site is online!

Check it out at 13abc.com.

Scroll down to the bottom and slide through the tabs. We're the last one. It took some figuring, but we archived most of our stuff onto 3 separate pages - with more to come! If you've had trouble with the video player here, try this one out. It seems to be more user-friendly.

As for the TV special ... The latest word is it won't air until early next month. That may or may not be confusing depending on the future of COSI - we shot the entire special there. Let's hope it stays open!

- TnT

Update

2007-12-08T12:59:00.000-05:00

What's that you say? I keep checking Tony & Todd's and I haven't seen anything new and I'm beginning to lose interest? Well stop right there so we may peak that dwindling interest. We've been hard at work on some new developments we'd like to share with you. First, if you haven't noticed yet, 13abc.com has a new look. And with that look comes a whole slew of new features. So, we're in the process of moving all our TnT stuff over to the new website for easier access. We're hoping to get all of that up and running by the end of next week. We'll keep you posted on that. And second, we've completed shooting for our half-hour special we'll be airing on the actual television. Yes, you heard me. A half-hour special. All the shooting and most of the editing is complete. We're still in the post-production phase. We don't have a definite time slot yet because we're still working with our programming director but we'll definitely let you know as soon as we know. More to come...

-TnT

Boy Oh Boyer

2007-11-19T23:23:00.000-05:00

Now, sit right back and you'll hear a tale,
A tale of a fateful trip,
That started on this Midwest port
On board this giant ship ... or not.

- TnT

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Bloopers Part 2

2007-11-09T22:59:00.001-05:00

Here it is. The post you've all been waiting for ... more embarassing mistakes! Laugh! Laugh at our pain!

- TnT

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10,000 Maniacs

2007-11-02T23:34:00.000-04:00

... and they're all watching this Blog. Thanks for watching. Here's a video thanks, too.

Thanks.

- TnT

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A Haunting We Will Go

2007-10-29T14:45:00.000-04:00

We appreciate all of the suggestions for Halloween Roadside Attractions this time of year, but we could only pick one. This house stands out because many of the decorations are homemade. Keep at it, folks! Next year your house could end up on the internet!

Stay tuned at the end for a special greeting from Todd. Let's just say the devil made him do it ... Now he needs his "exercise!" Ha! Get it?

- TnT

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Gibby A Break

2007-10-23T14:44:00.000-04:00

In the spirit of the Halloween season, we've decided to stray from the format ... and into the realm of the unknown. Tune in, true believers, for secrets uncovered, myths explored and hoaxes revealed!

Put this in your myth and bust it.

- TnT

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Cluck-A-Doodle-Doo

2007-10-15T23:07:00.000-04:00

Ok. Story goes: If you sell this certain type of chicken, the company will park-a-chicken wherever you need. Except ... it's not a chicken*.

- TnT

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*All right. You got us. A rooster IS a chicken. We knew that. Really, we did.

3 Fingers In A Jar

2007-10-08T23:22:00.000-04:00

"You know, they call them fingers but I've never seen 'em fing ... oh, there they go." - Otto

The moral of this next story is: if you lose your fingers, save 'em. They could end up in a museum 126 years later. Now THAT'S leaving your mark.

- TnT

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Hey, maybe we should tell Jacques about this place ... CLICK HERE TO SEE JACQUES.

iTony & iTodd

2007-10-03T22:31:00.001-04:00

What's that you say? You love all the videos we've done but you'd really like to find a way to take them with you? Tony & Todd "on-the-go" if you will? We totally understand that need. Look no further because Tony & Todd's Roadside Attractions has finally gone iTunes!! We're Podcasters now. If you don't have iTunes yet, you can download it here. All you have to do is search "roadside attractions" in the iTunes Store and then look at the podcasts section. Sound easy? Oh, it is. Enjoy our layout with that strangely familiar photo and go download-crazy. Then click subscribe so you can get each new video as they become available. And if our smiling faces aren't reason enough to download, keep in mind they're totally FREE!! Isn't technology terrific? We sure think it is.
So whenever you're on the go in your life, we'll be right there with you. Wow.

-TnT

Girl Scout Snookies

2007-10-01T15:56:00.000-04:00

Uh, that title has little to do with the following story about Snook's Dream Cars ... but it was the best we could do.

- TnT

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My Kind Of (Ghost) Town

2007-09-26T15:19:00.000-04:00

This town ain't big enough for the 2 of us. No, wait. It is.

Ghost Town may look even more empty than usual. It did not open this summer, as it has in years past. Luckily, the owner let us have a look-see.

If all goes well, you can tour the town again starting June 2008, when Ghost Town will celebrate its 50th anniversary.

- TnT

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Bloopers Part 1

2007-09-14T23:47:00.000-04:00

Hey, if you can't laugh at yourself ... then laugh at us. Dick Clark would.

- TnT

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Hold Your Applause

2007-09-10T19:25:00.000-04:00

... because this guy can't hold anything else. If you're ever in Marblehead, near Cedar Point, you can wave to this guy, but it would make him feel inadequate.

Turns out, his name is Jacques. For more info on the big man, CLICK HERE.

- TnT

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Pre-Hysterical

2007-09-05T00:33:00.000-04:00

Grab your Dinoculars and join us for A Brief History IN Time. We're about to embark on a voyage to the quintessential Roadside Attraction - PREHISTORIC FOREST!

Click here for the official website.

Note to self ... Todd (and Velma from the Scooby gang) need contact lenses.

- TnT

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Building, A Mystery

2007-09-03T23:37:00.000-04:00

What evil lurks in the heart of Mystery Hill? You've always wondered - don't deny it. Check out the original "Shake Shack" where perspective gets turned on its ear.

Click here for the official website.

- TnT

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Steaks On A Train

2007-08-20T21:50:00.000-04:00

We decided to do a little hard-hitting investigating this time around. Pablo Suzuki (from Jimmy Kimmel Live) is our spiritual mentor ... Oh -- and Mickey Dolenz from the Monkees.

-TnT

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Frog-tastic

2007-08-10T22:29:00.000-04:00

Take a hop with us around Toledo as we hunt down the wiley and elusive "giant frogs."

- TnT

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P.H.D. in Pinbology

2007-08-06T22:26:00.000-04:00

You'll find plenty of fully licensed, totally restored classic arcade games here. But it takes an advanced degree to spot the fakes.

- TnT

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Army of One

2007-08-06T22:22:00.000-04:00

Sometimes we seek out Roadside Attractions. Other times, they find us.

If you watch this and find yourself scratching your head in confusion, relax. You got the point.

- TnT

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Iglooney Tunes

2007-07-30T23:48:00.000-04:00

We may not all be able to rub noses with the Eskimoses, but we've uncovered an unlikely story ... "A Tale of Two Igloos." Featuring: Nanook of the Midwest.*

*Thanks to Susie for the sweet tip.

- TnT

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Radio Helped The Video Star

2007-07-27T14:57:00.000-04:00

On Friday, July 20th, at approximately 8:58am, we were on the radio with Troy Neff at AM 1230 discussing our Roadside adventures. It's so hard to be clever and witty at 9 o'clock in the morning but we did our best. Our thanks to Troy for getting the word out. Here's the radio interview in its entirety. Enjoy.

-TnT

Two Kids In Some Kind Of Store

2007-07-23T23:46:00.000-04:00

Located at Sylvania and Lewis in Toledo, this place is sugar, spice and everything nice. It's chock full of Bit O' Honey, Slo Pokes and Everlasting Gobstoppers. Hansel, Gretel - You've been warned.

Also, keep watching for an extra special "bonus track."

- TnT

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Almost Forgot To Mention

2007-07-18T15:08:00.000-04:00

People are really taking notice! Tony and I received a great nod from the Toledo Free Press. Click here to read the article. Thanks for watching!!

-TnT

"Hello?! Is Anybody Home?!"

2007-07-13T20:31:00.000-04:00

Marty: "This is, uh, this is heavy duty Doc. Does it run like on regular unleaded gasoline?"

Doc: "Unfortunately no. It requires something with a little more kick. Plutonium."

Marty: "Uh, plutonium. Wait a minute, Doc, are you tellin me that this sucker is nuclear?"

-TnT

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Pretty Much Sums It Up. For Now.

2007-07-09T19:45:00.001-04:00

In case you missed it, here's a story we aired on June 24th, 2007. It pretty much explains this whole brainchild as of now. Enjoy.

-TnT

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I Neant To Do That

2007-07-06T14:51:00.001-04:00

We spotted this on U.S. 20 near Woodville. It was truly one of those, "Did that just say - ? Wait ... Turn the car around" moments. And that's pretty much what this guy is shooting for.

Nission Accomplished.

- TnT

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Bovine Intervention

2007-06-29T15:18:00.000-04:00

Sometimes roadside attractions are hard to spot. Not this one.

"Knock Knock."
"Who's there?"
"Interrupting cow."
"Interruptin-?"
"MOO!"

-TnT

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Uncle Sam Update!!

2007-06-26T14:39:00.000-04:00

Don from Denver writes:
"Years ago, there used to be a fast food restaurant in Toledo called Uncle Sam's Hamburgers. If memory serves correctly, the Main location was on Broadway near Western in South Toledo. Anyway, if it's the same statue, it stood in front of the restaurant. The gesture I believe is supposed to be a finger saying come here as in come here to eat. After the restaurant went out of business, the statue was moved to a field out along west Airport Highway, I believe sometime in the late 70's or early 80's."

To see the original story, click here.

Thanks Don!! Keep those emails coming everybody!!

TnT

Pigtures

2007-06-23T00:15:00.000-04:00

I have ALWAYS wanted to do a story on this cement pig. It stands along U.S. 24 in Waterville. Anyone who's been through town can tell you - it's constantly dressed up in different outfits. That's right. A pig in different outfits. Home-grown Americana at its finest ... with a side of bacon.

- TnT

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A Message From Uncle Sam

2007-06-18T17:52:00.000-04:00

You always drive by it when you're heading north on 23 but you may not have looked closely. That's okay because Tony and I looked closely for you. Now Uncle Sam, this local icon may have been referred to as Mr. Lincoln at one time. Let us know if you know any more history regarding this fiberglass giant.

-TnT

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Steeeee-rike!

2007-06-11T22:09:00.000-04:00

Dateline: Toledo, Ohio.

Workers at the Electric Auto Lite Plant express their discontent by hitting the skids. These forerunners of the modern day labor movement ushered in a new era for unions ...

and we visit a cool thingy.

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YouTube

2007-06-11T17:07:00.000-04:00

We've gone YouTube!! We decided to put our stories out there for all to enjoy. Go ahead, try searching one of our names. Tell your friends. No really, tell them.

-TnT

Tiresnakes And Outhouses

2007-06-01T21:14:00.000-04:00

Do you know of a Roadside Attraction we've missed? This is a perfect example of someone telling us about an idea and how we follow up on it. If you know of any Roadside Attractions, let us know and we'll check it out. Most likely. Unless it's super dangerous. Like something that involves barbed wire or attack dogs. Tony and I aren't insured for deep lacerations or rabies shots. Even though they say rabies shots don't sting that bad. "They" always say things like that. They.

-Todd

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Kudos to our buddy Craig for giving us the sweet heads up.

It Is The Future You See

2007-06-01T15:22:00.000-04:00

Yoda was right!

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Some Enchanted Forest

2007-05-21T23:02:00.000-04:00

Todd and I were trolling past the Jeep plant when we got lost - in a world of amazement. The Enchanted Forest is not open to the public, but that didn't stop us. Don't worry, every good fairytale has a happy ending. The owner has made a living with his travelling rides. Oh, and if you remember a little carnival park called "Vollmar's," you definitely want to check this out.

- Tony

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Hillcrest History

2007-05-14T23:54:00.000-04:00

Tony and I have definitely done our share of intriguing stories, but this one is especially interesting to me because I'm such a history buff. A huge thanks goes out to Babar for taking time out of his day to show us another great piece of Toledo's history.
-Todd

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Update

2007-05-14T23:48:00.000-04:00

Tony and I now have our own page to post all the attractions! I moved the old video from my blog to this one while also trying my best to preserve the comments left on past stories. Everything should be perfect from here on out. Let me know if something seems to be missing.

-Todd

A Novel Idea

2007-05-14T23:42:00.001-04:00

Squirting flowers, disappearing ink, and whoopee cushions. Who knew we lived so close to a warehouse full of gags? Well, not Tony and me until we nyuk nyuked on the door. Eh? 3 Stooges? Get it? Get it?

-T

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Re-posted on 5.14.07

Oh Boy.

2007-05-14T23:41:00.001-04:00

Sometimes I wonder why we do these things. I really wonder.

-Todd

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Whatever Happened To Those McDonaldLand Trees?

2007-05-14T23:39:00.000-04:00

Whenever Tony and I work together it always seems as though we encounter some interesting ideas for stories. Very interesting. Today we were traveling down Route 51 in Genoa just south of 795 when we noticed a rather flamboyant home and of course we had to pull over. We chatted with Gene Zunk as he told us all about his lawn treats. Take a gander.

-Todd
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Biltmore Replica

2007-05-14T23:37:00.000-04:00

Here's the Biltmore story the way it aired on Monday, April 9th. This is a great house with so many things to see and I hope the Hoyts can sell it soon.Please allow a few moments for video to load.
-Todd
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