Texans Share Their Weirdest Flexes—and They’re Hilariously Impressive

What’s Your Weirdest Flex? These Listeners Really Delivered

Some of you have some very peculiar skills. Others have found yourselves in uniquely odd situations. And a few of you? You defy all categorization entirely.

Let’s talk about the word “flex.” In modern slang, it means to brag or show off, typically in a bold or exaggerated way. Back in the day, a “flex” might’ve been driving a brand-new car or dropping the name of someone famous you once shared an elevator with. These days, a weird flex is more likely to be humorous, ridiculous, or so strangely specific that it somehow earns you bragging rights.

We asked Texans the question, “What’s your weirdest flex?” And wow—y’all really took that as a challenge.

For example: I can catch a stack of quarters off my elbow. (Not impressed? That’s fair.) But how about this—I own a towel used by the Goo Goo Dolls after a 90s concert in Lubbock, Texas. Weird? Yes. But still a flex.

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Our listeners brought their A-game. We got stories about doing cartwheels during sobriety tests, knowing every U.S. state in alphabetical order, and being personally defeated in pool by John Travolta. Some folks claim hundreds of plastic robots; others are best friends with more dogs than people. You can’t make this stuff up.

I’ve compiled the best of these responses into slides for your enjoyment. So go ahead, see how your weird flex stacks up. And if you’ve got one that can top these, be sure to join us next time and let your freak flag fly.