What’s the weirdest phone call you have ever received?

Looks at phone, sees a number local to me, so I answered.

Is your number (xxx) xxx-xxxx??

Whew, not in trouble!! But someone named Sean with a similar number is apparently about to have a rather bad day.

What's an underrated/unknown novel or series that you think deserves more attention?

HELLO

After a few moments he returns.

Long pause, OK. (Inaudible talking). Could you hang on for just a sec?

How is the legalization of same-sex marriage impacting societal norms in the USA?

Do you reside at 1234 X X Lane?

Hi this is Sargent Moss from the County detention center. Is this Sean?

Yes sir it is.

What happens if someone fills up their car at the pump but leaves without paying? How is this situation typically handled?

{RING} {RING}

Sure no problem officer.

I hear a pause on the line, it goes quiet for a few seconds.

Why don't people like Nickelback?

Do what? Officer, I'm sorry I have no kids of my own, and I don't know anybody by that name.

ATTENTION SPIKES UP. What could he want with me? Did I do something wrong? Lord did I forget to pay something? Questions start flying through my head. What would the detention center sheriff want with me?

I'm sorry to bother you, my staff just told me our guy corrected his information and had a number off for his home phone. Have a good day. Hangs up.

Why are American university students fine with sharing a room?

No sir I sure don't, I live in the next city over.

I was trying to reach out to you because we have a Mr X here, who claims you are his legal guardian. He needs you to come down and sign some forms.