Why does this thing exist? (Podcast)

Episode 147: "Maximum Break" (with Dave Steele and Michael McCann)

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 23:01:00 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon bring in the receivers (Dave and Michael) to wind down WDTTE(P) enterprises and give the podcast the sendoff it deserves. Topics covered include: Cronenbergian phone accessories, detectives, teeth-tooth-teethbrushes, poo knifes, honeymoon romance, the chewiest things, Rodney, the Lynchian career of Jane Lynch and more.

Umbilical cable for iPhone - https://www.etsy.com/listing/123441193/umbilical-cable-for-iphone?msockid=24ee4423ce8a664a391b50f7cf6a6717

Teeth toothbrush - https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1234410061/teeth-tooth-brush-novelty-gag-gift-pun?msockid=24ee4423ce8a664a391b50f7cf6a6717

Pwp knife - https://www.amazon.com/Jsuslife-Durable-Toilet-Handle-Christmas/dp/B0CFZTRYJ9

Wikipedia - List of Jane Lynch performances - -https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Jane_Lynch_performances

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Episode 146: “Ice melts and rocks exist”

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 23:01:00 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon get flummoxed by a popular video about some rocks getting defrosted. Following that, they take a good look at a cursed object. They finish off by tuning in to some facts about old-timey radio.

Diet Enak’s Mencairkan batu es - https://www.facebook.com/reel/2649552068574584

My Last Tooth ceramic trinket - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/286463473472

Wikipedia – 1938 in British Radio - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1938_in_British_radio

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Episode 145: “Are you an egg man?” (with Michael McCann)

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 23:01:00 GMT

In this episode, Michael returns to receive an update on Dean’s dogging investigation and then the three of them look at Japanese answers to the question “Why DOESN’T This Thing Exist?”. Following that, Simon’s cedes control of his section to allow Michael to speak on his interests and then everyone discusses an article about grenades.

Photos Dean took While walking a dog -

https://imgur.com/QFkk1rM

https://imgur.com/TIGQQHp

https://imgur.com/1E9X1jE

https://imgur.com/xrnHZp7

Chindogu - https://www.reddit.com/r/Damnthatsinteresting/comments/1jhkx2z/chindogu_is_a_japanese_concept_where_inventors/

V Highlighter - https://theperfectv.com/products/shades-of-luminizer

Video on Denver Airport - https://youtu.be/NN8DO-Xv9wA?feature=shared

Wikipedia – Number 6 Hand Grenade - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/No._6_grenade

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Episode 144: “Beak on the box”

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 23:01:00 GMT

In this episode, Dean complains about recipes and Simon talks about his charity work. Then, Simon tells Dean about a new shop he’s been to and the interesting thing he bought, and they slander a cereal. They finish off by discovering some breaking news in a Wikipedia article.

Roti recipe - https://www.cookwithmanali.com/roti-recipe/

Kellogg's Frosties Shower Gel - https://bubbletcosmetics.com/collections/kelloggs-shower-gels

Wikipedia- Assetto Corsa EVO - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assetto_Corsa_EVO

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Episode 143: “Nobel, no charisma, no chance”

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon read a comic that’s supposed to help people stop drinking and then they have a look at dirty-dog toothbrush accessory. They finish off by having a go at some Australian children and their efforts to communicate science.

Captain Alcohol - https://captainalcoholcomic.com/

Dog Pooping Toothpaste Topper - https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1552788872/dog-pooping-toothpaste-topper-comes-with?ref=shop_home_feat_2&logging_key=f0ab90686f6637f7dbcf6e9a80db27b73bbac6d5%3A1552788872

Wikipedia – Sleek Geek Week - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sleek_Geek_Week

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Episode 142: “The bad beef years are coming”

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 00:01:00 GMT

In this episode Simon and Dean look at a romantic meat product and then share their feelings on a recent news item from the skies. They finish off by celebrating some of cold-science's top achievers.

Meat Rose - https://imgur.com/ddeDbym

Article about a couple that had to sit next to a corpse on a long flight - https://news.sky.com/story/couple-forced-to-sit-next-to-dead-body-for-hours-on-qatar-airways-flight-13317026

Wikipedia - Kamerlingh Onnes Award - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kamerlingh_Onnes_Award

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Episode 141: “A man of the soil”

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:01:00 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon’s attempts to learn about agriculture and plumbing are foiled and then they revisit Wolverhampton’s powerful past.

Farming hack video - https://www.facebook.com/YellowBee101/videos/a-handy-hack-for-farmers-/2045837919203825/

Hippo water saver eBay listing - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/276838892825?itmmeta=01JKBVS5M6761YG4NNTC4W98PK&hash=item4074e24519:g:XEMAAOSwSR1nkP8M&itmprp=enc%3AAQAJAAAA4CodCO1vSDjg2xNOt8By6oD6JK3WL5UbDjOgIbBzhpvkmdTsRFQ5oaK3ShoVhWvlhvV0624D7H8%2B6T1UWAetabair4xMBAJOQcgADCIn08h2Ynq4LQcOMXbiDq%2F50EwvpdHvbgIT4vFfqkqyhFKT%2FlZr4WGnSYJ47TvRMBx%2FL2EILg474x4nMAZ%2Fbe9Aa%2FjEkUzz0mSULA4bJmt4buLZdylWtMx9CknbafWtaAGPqm2s5dGmsySziFl3YVg79r9qghVr%2B0IvLaHNRRruvq4jJe7youEc5jpfqw9XIkOfCR2u%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR6Da5PuaZQ

An Aladdin's cave on eBay - https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?item=276838892825&rt=nc&_trksid=p4429486.m3561.l161211&_ssn=sapcotejumblesale

Video about installing hippo bags - https://youtu.be/YhvndIcQ0L8?si=Pb6JpBfOz-Psu1Tf

Wikipedia – Wolverhampton Power Station - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolverhampton_Power_Station

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Episode 140: “A Full Three”

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 00:01:00 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon try to figure out what a TV Disney+ show might be about, get down and gritty at American Event, and praise Jesus.

Will Trent - https://imgur.com/16QCthH

Rolling in the Grits – Small Town Big Deal - https://youtu.be/bvrTfkY6xNw?si=M_nJZJwswMSJPfuQ

Wikipedia – McVegan - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/McVegan

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Episode 139: “The Screaming Dog”

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:01:00 GMT

In this episode, Dean tries to remind Simon about a book they read as children but it just upsets him and then they have a look at a Japanese company that’s purchasing peoples' faces. Finally, the Random Wikipedia Article section floats in like a Dignitas pillow and gently smothers the episode to death.

Cover to “The Woolpack” by Cynthia Harnett - https://imgur.com/h1BCDyR

Masks - https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Kamenyaomote?ref=related&from_page=listing&listing_id=1319534813#items

Wikipedia – Roy T. Davies – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roy_T._Davis

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Episode 138: “Neuroscientist and Friends” (with Carys Eleri)

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 00:01:00 GMT

In this episode, TV’s Carys Eleri visits Dean and Simon to learn about Joe Pesci’s singing sideline and a mysterious smelling machine. Pleased with her findings, she expresses her gratitude to the gentlemen by showing them a useless wristwatch. Then, everyone celebrates another successful episode by looking at an article on Wikipedia.

Joe Pesci sings “Take your love and shove it” - https://youtu.be/OKYHGskALD4?si=uU5MxLJyPnWFrS9i

‘Aromas’ machine - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/176584497019?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=iZHxaUYvSyu&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=lu4r0ycmrti&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Carys’s sundial - https://imgur.com/uJghOy8

Wikipedia – The 12 Days of Dash & Lily - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Twelve_Days_of_Dash_%26_Lily

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Episode 137: “I can smell the memory of a horse”

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:01:00 GMT

In this episode, Dean asks Simon why a horse appeared and then they have a look at someone else’s photos, rudely put up for sale. Finally, self-awareness and hypocrisy bring the episode to an untimely end.

Photo of a lost horse - https://imgur.com/0CNT9lA

Photos for sale on eBay -

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/276769518573?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=uazFtm1PQuK&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=lu4r0ycmrti&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Wikipedia - Guizar–Vasquez–Sanchez–Manzano syndrome - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guizar%E2%80%93Vasquez%E2%80%93Sanchez%E2%80%93Manzano_syndrome

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Episode 136: "A face with a balloon drawn on"

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:01:00 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon discuss a rude and unused piece of spy-wear and have a look at a cracking pair of eBay listings. They finish off by sort of discussing a Wikipedia article about a short story but mostly just do some dreadful impressions and talk about animals coming to kill them.

Radio Balls (NSFW) - https://imgur.com/aCYDzGb

Stephen Hawking Coin – https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/267141248619?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=vQ-sdS7TSGG&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Not Safe for Work Coin (NSFW) – https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/276834264802?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=b7yanqbBSHi&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=&var=2560268666347&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Wikipedia- Wildcat (Short Story) – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wildcat_(short_story)

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Episode 135: “A slug, a cow, a rabbit and a train.”

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 00:01:00 GMT

In this episode Dean and Simon take a look at the international cut of a flop film, an abandoned hat and a Wikipedia article about a wrestler that gives them a CTE.

The Magic Roundabout (2005) - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0339334/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

Doogal (2006) - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0763304/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

A photo of a hat - https://imgur.com/fqj7kSl

Wikipedia - Ray Gordy - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ray_Gordy

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Episode 134: “The Fish Adventure”

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:01:00 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon find out about a machine that helps you take you pet fish for a walk and fantasise about being among the fishes. Then, in section two, they have a look at a modern video review of a local restaurant. Finally, they learn about an Eastern European artist and besmirch a comedian.

Article about a mobile fish tank – https://www.techeblog.com/custom-fish-tank-goldfish-walk-taiwan/

Tiktok restaurant review – https://www.tiktok.com/@swanseareviewed/video/7460617959732546848?_r=1&_t=ZG-8tB7HeuRV9F

Wikipedia – Modris Tenisons - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Modris_Tenisons

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Episode 133: "Accidental Movie Episode"

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:01:00 GMT

In this episode, it's tangents galore as Dean and Simon struggle to talk about two film related items. First off, Dean asks Simon why Robbie Williams is a chimp now and then Simon makes Dean remember Forrest Gump. And Changing Rooms? They finish off by briefly looking at some computer software.

Better Man trailer - https://youtu.be/neyfwa4GrVA?si=uuG8zcxTS834kDim

Forrest Gump figurine - https://www.crabfigure.com/In-Stock-Chong-Toys-C003-1-6-Scale-Forrest-Gump-figure-p22228400.html

Wikipedia - Virtual Desktop Extender - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_Desktop_Extender

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Episode 132: “A full three tube meal”

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:01:00 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon talk about a computer game that blends housework with space warfare and a retro-modern method of consuming cheeseburgers. They finish off by ranking the cheese producing nations. There’s strong vein of space/cheese running through this episode somehow.

Powerwash SImulator Warhammer 40,000 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rcgf48gAX_s

Cheeseburger in a tube - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HSHFW8B/?tag=097-20&ascsubtag=default

Wikipedia - Xynotyro - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xynotyro

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Episode 131: “Nine pence a tooth”

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 00:01:00 GMT

In this episode, Dean goes to the wrong place for fashion insights and then Simon shows him a big box of loose teeth. Typical sort of stuff. They finish off by coming up with ways to widen participation in olympic sports.

Large Lot 600 Vintage Single Denture False Teeth Tooth Post Fixings Crafts Props - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/356246283319?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=ZlPZqWh5Q8G&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=lu4r0ycmrti&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Wikipedia - Makoto Tomizawa - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Makoto_Tomizawa

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Episode 130: “Our intention is to never disappoint”

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:01:45 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon look at a couple of systems for sweetening your hand-held meats and then discover a themed hotel while researching the emu vigilantes of an English coastal town. They finish off by finding out about a Japanese comic book.

Jimmy Dean’s blueberry pancake sausage on a stick - https://www.jimmydean.com/products/pancakes-and-sausage/on-a-stick/blueberry-pancakes-and-sausage-on-a-stick/

Emu news article - https://news.sky.com/story/stop-chasing-on-the-run-emu-in-your-4x4s-say-lincolnshire-police-13256370

Wikipedia - Me and Roboco - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Me_%26_Roboco

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Episode 129: "Christmas Special 3: Drinking cosmetics for attention" (with Dave Steele, Michael McCann & Dan Mitchell)

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 00:00:33 GMT

In this episode, it's a Christmas party funtime at Dean Manor as your hosts get haunted by three ~~ghosts~~ guests and discuss a toilet based Christmas tradition, a toilet based hip and groovy craze, one of Santa's gruesome mates and a dead poet's face.

Tió de Nadal - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ti%C3%B3_de_Nadal

Skibidi Toilet - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WePNs-G7puA

Père Fouettard – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/P%C3%A8re_Fouettard

Wikipedia – James Brunton Stephens - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Brunton_Stephens

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Episode 128: “Cat capsule. Catsule.”

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 00:00:08 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon have a gentle time shopping for starter knives for babies and then they have a look at a cool new fashion trend that Simon saw in London. They finish off by settling down to enjoy some 'callbacks' and learn about a medicine woman.

Personalised 3D Print Folded Kid Play Knife Enlightenment Fidget Toy with Name Multicolour Available Children's Day Birthday Gift for Boy Girl - https://uk.callie.com/personalized-3d-children-game-folded-play-knife-with-engraved-name-multicolor-available-safe-tool-enlightenment-gift-for-kids?callie_ref=search&keyword=personalised%203d%20print%20folded%20kid%20play%20knife

Backpack to carry your cat - https://www.temu.com/uk/1pc-polyester-woven-pet-backpack-carrier-for-cats-and-dogs-breathable-space-capsule--with-large-capacity-ideal-for-travel-gifts-for-christmas-halloween-thanksgiving-g-601099662966619.html?_oak_mp_inf=ENv%2Bit%2Bm1ogBGgpxdWxtbXhzc2R0INSjvuO7Mg%3D%3D&top_gallery_url=https%3A%2F%2Fimg.kwcdn.com%2Fproduct%2Ffancy%2F3e076d07-2e4e-44fe-af0b-472d2e30ab4f.jpg&spec_gallery_id=4419596471&refer_page_sn=15498&refer_source=0&freesia_scene=2&_oak_freesia_scene=2&_oak_rec_ext_1=MTM0MQ&refer_page_el_sn=223143&_x_vst_scene=adg&_x_ads_channel=bing&_x_ads_sub_channel=search&_x_ads_account=176283023&_x_ads_set=521731430&_x_ads_id=1327112956869261&_x_ads_creative_id=82944792875049&_x_ns_source=o&_x_ns_msclkid=a76b8cb20aba10fb2da2ebe935e092b4&_x_ns_match_type=b&_x_ns_bid_match_type=bb&_x_ns_query=weird%20products%20for%20pets&_x_ns_keyword=unusual%20pet%20products&_x_ns_device=c&_x_ns_targetid=kwd-82945743430467%3Aloc-188&_x_ns_extensionid=&refer_page_name=kuiper&refer_page_id=15498_1734033248667_b2lcirjwkb&_x_sessn_id=yo76551yr7

Wikipedia - Eleanor Southey Baker McLaglan -https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eleanor_Southey_Baker_McLaglan

Goitre - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goitre#/media/File:Kone_med_stor_struma.jpg

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Episode 127: “Dairylea but goaty”

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 00:00:18 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon try on a handsome man mask and then Simon tricks Dean into eating something bad for him. They finish off by finding out about a short story collection that sounds like it might be quite good actually.

Latex handsome man mask - https://imgur.com/55Nys3t

Article about the old cheese from Egypt - https://allthatsinteresting.com/ancient-egyptian-tomb-cheese

Wikipedia – The Lottery and Other Stories -https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Lottery_and_Other_Stories

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Episode 126: “Taxiing Zippy around”

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 00:01:23 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon have a look at a Pepsi themed computer game from the 90s and propose a couple of ideas for games themselves. Then, they both have a look at a red-hot Indonesian game and remember fireworks. Finally, they get confused by a Wikipedia article so go to an expert for ‘help’.

Pepsi game - https://www.instagram.com/retroscifiart/reel/C_lvRztPEii/

List of food tie ins - https://www.giantbomb.com/games-based-on-food-products/3015-2999/games/

Sepak Bola Api - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U6VcwebdEbc&t=4s

Wikipedia - Deeds of the Emperor Frederick on the Holy Expedition -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deeds_of_the_Emperor_Frederick_on_the_Holy_Expedition

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Episode 125: “My awful outputs”

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 00:02:37 GMT

In this episode, Dean returns to the well to draw Simon’s opinion on some more things he found while walking his dog and then Simon shows off his expensive pants. They finish off by having a little think about a philosopher’s creed.

Photo of the items Dean saw - https://imgur.com/yDfhYBT

Expensive boxer shorts - https://www.hermes.com/uk/en/product/rayures-spatiales-boxer-shorts-H266900H7703XL/

Wikipedia – Archie J Bahm - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archie_J._Bahm

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Episode 124: "Your only potato"

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 00:03:26 GMT

In this episode, and in what might be a first for the podcast, Dean's selection gives Simon the opportunity to speak knowledgably. In return, Simon treats Dean with a new attraction that they've knocked up in China. Finally, the training missions for Man's conquest of Mars are thoroughly evaluated in another classic Random Wikipedia Article section.

Clip from The Sooty Show - https://x.com/archivetvmus71/status/1850960727517118501?t=0dI1U2IYYwvljKCIx_6yIA&s=19

Blowing Flying Kisses Videos - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JpQbnIJkhAE and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swicw356Bv8

Wikipedia – HI-SEAS - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HI-SEAS

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Episode 123: “The Love Pug”

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 00:01:04 GMT

In this episode, Dean asks Simon to stare into the void as they examine the blackest ever black then Simon informs Dean of a local man’s special vehicular service. Finally, all the stars are recognised when Wikipedia randomly delivers an article about a short-lived American telly programme.

Article on the squabbling about Vantablack and Black 3.0 - https://www.wired.com/story/vantablack-anish-kapoor-stuart-semple/

Pay a man to race you and lose - https://imgur.com/8WGXNRq and https://imgur.com/8u7X75C

Wikipedia – The $treet - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Street_(2000_TV_series)

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Episode 122: “Bald and wearing a crash helmet in Ladbrokes”

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 00:02:36 GMT

In this episode, Simon and Dean assess a machine designed to make the laborious sandwich making task easier and then they have a look at a device to help their hair come back. Finally, two old friends return to weigh in on Australia’s electricity sector and the animals within.

Sandwich making device – https://www.facebook.com/reel/1237007297610903

Baldness helmet - https://www.temu.com/uk/------stimulation---use--109-pcs--promotes---and---g-601099691897752.html?_oak_mp_inf=EJjn8Oym1ogBGgpwZHp1dWVldGRnIJL%2F26WpMg%3D%3D&top_gallery_url=https%3A%2F%2Fimg.kwcdn.com%2Fproduct%2Ffancy%2Fc1aa6a42-734e-4b63-9c64-ae259fdb15b3.jpg&spec_gallery_id=4543009950&refer_page_sn=15498&refer_source=0&freesia_scene=2&_oak_freesia_scene=2&_oak_rec_ext_1=MjQxMTk&refer_page_el_sn=223143&_x_vst_scene=adg&_x_ads_channel=bing&_x_ads_sub_channel=search&_x_ads_account=176283025&_x_ads_set=521332827&_x_ads_id=1319416350125030&_x_ads_creative_id=82463751192700&_x_ns_source=o&_x_ns_msclkid=980b68bf6e4f16e93de70fb0e4b41ef3&_x_ns_match_type=p&_x_ns_bid_match_type=bb&_x_ns_query=weird%20products%20on%20amazon&_x_ns_keyword=weird%20product&_x_ns_device=c&_x_ns_targetid=kwd-82464660544105%3Aloc-188&_x_ns_extensionid=&refer_page_name=kuiper&refer_page_id=15498_1729071874811_bjawytzj84&_x_sessn_id=rjn5jcvatc

Wikipedia - Electricity sector in Australia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electricity_sector_in_Australia

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Episode 121: “Halloween Special”

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 00:02:14 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon get rude and spooky as they discuss bedwear (were) for the head (headwear/were) and a truly disgusting fancy dress outfit. They finish off with a Wikipedia article on the scariest subject of all – tooooooools!!!

Nightcap - https://www.theirishstore.com/uk/mens-cotton-flannel-nightcap-one-size

Bum hole outfit (NSFW) - https://www.fancydress.com/products/bum-hole-costume

Wikipedia – Storey Pole - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Storey_pole

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Episode 120: “Enforced with curse”

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 23:03:37 GMT

In this episode, Dean has a lovely time showing Simon a swimming pool he refused to use in Brussels and then Simon teaches him about how a horrible man started an English tradition. They finish off by opening the door to poets.

The pool at the Jam Hotel, Brussels - https://www.smarksthespots.com/jam-hotel-pool-bar-restaurant-brussels/

The Titchborne Dole 1959 video - https://www.facebook.com/BBCArchive/videos/1949-newsreel-tichborne-dole/618650065320273/

The Titchborne Dole 2011 video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9zgLpOqA1w

The Titchborne Dole 1957 video - https://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?&q=the+tichborne+dole&&mid=4C5FF189B310DC3353684C5FF189B310DC335368&&FORM=VRDGAR

Wikipedia – José Montoya - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jos%C3%A9_Montoya

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Episode 119: “Monkey of honor”

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 23:10:00 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon learn some survival techniques and then they take a seat at the monkey buffet. They finish off the episode by finding out about a ‘new’ dessert.

Five-Minute Crafts UK’s Camping Hacks and Survival Guide - https://www.facebook.com/5min.crafts.uk/videos/camping-hacks-survival-tips/393756080211878/

Monkey Buffet Festival Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sLxgaTMN8MM

Wikipedia – Chhoah Peng - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chhoah-peng

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Episode 118: “Organic Nasal Stimulation”

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 23:01:46 GMT

In this episode, Dean reports on the filth he found in the woods again and then Simon shows Dean a pillow that is in doubly bad taste. The Random Wikipedia Article Section arrives to provide them with an opportunity to accuse a Brazilian bus company of fraud.

Dean’s photo’s from the woods - https://imgur.com/vmbRomd , https://imgur.com/LWoEj4X and https://imgur.com/gKgj9hF

Pillow - https://www.amazon.com/AOYEGO-Chloroform-Background-Decorative-Cushion/dp/B08M993P1N/ref=mp_s_a_1_46?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.hO0wPIN0citlrpcczX0RQwR0FXBacaLojQODVUSduL8NxzPtnBt4JB4BSXf7tTbgyyVL5XXh-yubxKgxQRYqLtcZRXRJ0CjGYGH8ClU9OJDTOsmmKT-uGtJyM1tGVPG02DegXKMl0D3t5S4oJ8WRm8L8VPum1KxC-cFfuFrJgMLdU9rmiG8k9VyYTikB8SqGmB9SL0tjM4qa4G5wgnh9zg.y1JMFbBCq9LpE-x7NxNGb4t8qwaeoX5wqosameiC4ok&dib_tag=se&keywords=weird+house+items&qid=1727085054&sr=8-46

Wikipedia – Carbuss - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carbuss

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Episode 117: “The creepiest of the spaghettis” (with Dave Steele)

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 23:01:05 GMT

In this episode, Dave Steele (Will Riker’s Sex Beard Podcast - https://willrikerssexbeard.buzzsprout.com) returns for an episode of learning. Lessons learnt include:

Why Dean is wrong about Spirographs.

Why the Spanish jump over babies.

What’s the most rubbish fish is.

and

What the Slenderman does for a living.

Spirograph - https://youtu.be/9XbZJSH-T1I?si=UYpAfmhjCR5Edex5

El Colacho Festival - https://youtu.be/b7EXSKI2NMs?si=0HieSpbZ_lWqzXvL

The Devil Hole Pupfish - https://youtu.be/McUgViRo5bU?si=2TyCy8BxbqcM1KGD

Wikipedia – Slender Rising - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slender_Rising

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Episode 116: “Knock up a squirrel”

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 23:02:32 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon promote Dean’s new book (available below and in all good bookshops) by discussing taxidermy marital aids and daft felt headwear for protecting the gentleman motorist before finishing themselves off by dialing in on Wikipedia.

Squirrel head buttplug - https://imgur.com/nrzT3fA

That video Dean mentioned about a squirrel assault course - https://youtu.be/hFZFjoX2cGg?si=xfzRo85MTfhSqPGN

Felt safety cap advert - https://imgur.com/xGo5Apw

Wikipedia – 999 (number) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/999_(number)

Link to buy Dean’s new book - https://www.awesomebooks.com/book/9780241679593/why-your-parents-are-hung-up-on-your-phone-and-what-to-do-about-it

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Episode 115: "Weeping"

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 23:01:48 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon remember a challenging egg game and then literally look up a dinosaur. At the end of the episode Simon learns about someone and likes them.

Dizzy - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dizzy_(series)

Photo of a dinosaur’s fluffer - https://imgur.com/UIw5qI6

Wikipedia – The Nanny Season 5 - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Nanny_season_5

Fran Drescher’s speech - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J4SAPOX7R5M

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Episode 114: “You do one, two, or nein”

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 23:01:50 GMT

In this episode, your hosts watch an instructional video from an American politician and then monkey about with an expensive ape before Dean gets quizzed on bands in an exciting Random Wikipedia Section that defied the editor.

Sen. Eric Adams Combating Gun Violence - https://youtu.be/sk2Wc4Y5CxE?si=2p92ev480uF1XXoc

Lifesize ape man figuring - https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/763447854/lifesize-ape-man-figurine-surreal-large?load_webview=1&bid=tGfW4Ohlj7g4p0oUdMGmgYtBXzoZ

Wikipedia – Hurricane Festival - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hurricane_Festival

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Episode 113: "The jazz of reading"

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 23:02:16 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon get all cheesy as they watch a man waste food and then they have a look at some cubic dogs. This week's Random Wikipedia Article section brings up the rear as information on a historic publishing company leads to a discussion of poetry, peep-hole publicans and the mildly erotic French arts.

3 Day Grilled Cheese Sandwich - https://www.reddit.com/r/StupidFood/comments/1ef9cws/3_day_grilled_cheese_sandwich/

Cubic Dogs - https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/2015/06/03/shaving-dogs-heads-cubes-straight-lines-shapes_n_7500536.html

Spherical dog - https://imgur.com/a/V8JmD8z

Wikipedia - Chapman & Hall - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chapman_%26_Hall

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Episode 112: “The feeling of iron”

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 23:01:37 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon have a look at a machine for forcing trees to return your affection and then they witness the latest developments in androids – they can smile now listener. Finally, in an extraordinary development, all the threads are pulled together as they take a visit to a very small place in Germany.

Tree hugging machine - https://www.instagram.com/p/C4uGkCjoteN/

Smiling Robots - https://www.npr.org/2024/06/29/nx-s1-5022578/robot-smile-face-skin-uncanny-valley

Wikipedia - Velsdorf - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Velsdorf

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Episode 111: “Consider drifting to Baglan”

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 23:01:29 GMT

In this episode, Simon calls in to help Dean criticise a coffee shop that demands to see the customers’ smile, then an analysis of a surfing competition for dogs descends into spoilers for the first ten minutes of The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon. Finally, marsupials are discussed and Dean reveals which former guest is a Taco Bell hound.

Shop that makes you smile for the camera before you are allowed in - https://www.reddit.com/r/MadeMeSmile/comments/1e6lj6p/a_cafe_has_developed_a_sensor_whose_door_only/

Dog surfing competition - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9m6TXBzUV9g

Wikipedia – Calaby's Pademelon - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Calaby%27s_pademelon

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Episode 110: "I love my wife"

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 23:02:23 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon look at mascot for a defunct fast-food chain with baldness and depression and then Simon grills Dean on his dog habits as they look at a dog’s bandana/billboard. They finish off by ranking the intolerances in a science heavy Random Wikipedia Article Section.

Nathan Rabin’s article on Rax’s Mr Delicious advertising campaign - https://www.nathanrabin.com/happy-place/2020/11/9/the-short-sad-strange-life-of-mr-delicious

‘I love my wife’ dog bandana for dogs -

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/196279353108?itmmeta=01J47HS0BF0BFNQD257SDQ4JDJ&hash=item2db3293f14:g:jSQAAOSwdjZl5-5q&itmprp=enc%3AAQAJAAAAwD70vGZcseqL6ytJuPqIOCip9oYmt%2BdXrtYnzVuBJVVXtMsRYFOS7xacL7UcgT84wus9rtPXT8%2FWyzpthAleNg8UGVFN31MVB1ojP1c%2BJNXagtlxBEHUUgweC4O8%2FqHa7yuSgNGLyGJG1WRVa3QwRRf9pv%2FyMWqMI5Wz1ZQuiG6vrCVtgPcvXFIejUnjHBGobbFOAvqCQU2GTWKGX0ShGJK7H8%2BZPf6wwjgfu2ILMPRNI6jxFnibFxKKZDU30x1ybg%3D%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR-qF5PGhZA

Wikipedia – Lactate racemase - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lactate_racemase

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Episode 109: “Ugly things are important” (with Charlie Webster)

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 23:02:40 GMT

In this episode, Charlie Webster rejoins your hosts to search for fun. Dean brings up nude cyclists and Simon lets the group know about a foul fowl product. Charlie tells everyone about some crud he’s collecting and storing in his basement and then the three of them reminisce about bygone bovine emergencies as they besmirch an Italian luthier.

Naked bike ride Cardiff 2024 picture gallery - https://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/gallery/14-daring-pictures-people-cycle-29540179

Virgin boy egg video - https://youtu.be/rPIvDJG1etI?feature=shared

Virgin boy egg Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virgin_boy_egg

Wikipedia – Carlo Raspagni - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carlo_Raspagni

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Episode 108: “The spirit of rock’n’roll as embodied by this rabbit”

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 23:02:46 GMT

In this episode, Dean complains about children’s television again but this time it's about a theme song so that’s a bit different I guess? Then, Simon tells Dean about a pop-star's yeast extract in a section which listeners will either love or hate. They finish off the episode by finding out where Dean hasn’t been and Dean reveals his most reactionary opinion.

Peter Rabbit theme song - https://youtu.be/8xLq3q63NQk?si=0Grze1m7Glc2c70L

Elton John Marmite - https://imgur.com/xsrSQQF

Wikipedia – Borth Lifeboat Station - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Borth_Lifeboat_Station

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Episode 107: “What is a sport?”

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 23:03:02 GMT

In this episode; Dean and Simon have a look at an artist’s rendering of a lady from a famous song, take a trip to America to look at their gumwalls and then read a Wikipedia article that has been seemingly written by, and for, Aliens.

Lady in Red Painting - https://imgur.com/tZ87q95

Seattle gumwall - https://www.pikeplacemarket.org/vendor/the-gum-wall/

San Luis Obispo gumwall - https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g33026-d249402-Reviews-Bubblegum_Alley-San_Luis_Obispo_San_Luis_Obispo_County_California.html

Wikipedia – Outline of Sports - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outline_of_sports

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Episode 106: "Goalposts made of rainbows"

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 23:17:06 GMT

In this episode, talk turns to Mr Blobby again as Dean and Simon look at a local football kit. They move on to discuss literature and cats and finish off by finding out about a famous man that designed bridges and tunnels or something.

Llantwit Major FC Mr Blobby Goalkeeper Kit - https://www.thekitman.co.uk/llantwit-major-afc-2023-24-mr-blobby-goalkeeper-kit/

Meow: A Novel - Meow: A Novel (The Meow Library): Amazon.co.uk: Austen, Sam: 9798988647706: Books

Wikipedia - David Hay (Engineer) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Hay_(engineer)

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Episode 105: "Damp is damp"

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 23:01:21 GMT

In this episode Dean and Simon take a romantic/spooky boat ride, visit a Danish Bell Museum and have a learn about an erotic master of the graphite pencil.

Tunnel of Love article - https://www.thevintagenews.com/2023/07/05/tunnel-of-love/

Dansk Klokkemuesum - https://klokkemuseum.dk/

Wikipedia - Olaf Odegaard - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Olaf_Odegaard

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Episode 104: "Give my hat money to the originator"

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 23:01:32 GMT

In this episode, Dean asks Simon if he can explain the popularity of a particular TikTok video but Simon gets sidetracked by an irrelevance. In part two they have a look at a company that sells weird shower curtains. Part three brings a brain-melting Random Wikipedia Article section where a retired boat is discussed fully and frankly, bar a couple of tangents.

Hawk Tuah Girl article 1 - https://www.thecut.com/article/hawk-tuah-girl-viral-tiktok-video-explained.html

Hawk Tuah Girl article 2 - https://www.dazeddigital.com/fashion/article/62978/1/hawk-tuah-spit-that-thang-viral-sex-girl-hailey-welch-just-dropped-merch-summer

Celebrity Shower Curtains - https://pixels.com/shop/shower+curtains/celebrity

Wikipedia – Berge Fjord - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berge_Fjord

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Episode 103: "You are the vibe" (with Michael McCann)

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 23:01:24 GMT

In this episode, Dean garners support for his hatred of people lounging in pubs, Simon put on a skin-suit show, everyone is mean about an American quiz show and then a foul mouth Australian shows up.

'Like Living Organisms' by Local Androids (Not safe for work) - https://vimeo.com/44993153

National Bible Bee – A girl recites a Bible passage from memory -

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5D0vkhk9D44&list=PLYdQ5dB7o5jzTp_3E2qK-A-0bXqvh7m8W

Wikipedia – Freight Train Heart - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freight_Train_Heart

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Episode 102: “Soft Fanged Saddo”

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 23:01:24 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon have a lovely time talking toilet about a possibly treasonous advertising campaign and a gadget that can help you count how many beers you’ve been drinking. Also, they have a look at a timeless sumo wrestler.

Prince William advert - https://imgur.com/Zgr9yQp

Piers Morgan advert - https://imgur.com/FJJg3UA

Beer counter - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B002CM25V6?tag=toorich-21&linkCode=ogi&th=1

Wikipedia - Onigatani Saiji - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Onigatani_Saiji

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Episode 101: "Gazumped by Wellard" (with Dave Steele and Michael McCann)

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 23:01:31 GMT

Episode 101: “Gazumped by Wellard” (with Dave Steele and Michael McCann)

In this episode, Dean and Simon call upon Mike and Dave to help them learn about a Mr Bean themed nightclub, the early stand-up career of a Hollywood star and a fragment of the gemstone industry.

Photos from the Mr Bean Bar in Vietnam - https://imgur.com/Cb0OpBL

Josh Peck’s stand-up routine on the Rosie O’Donnell show - https://youtu.be/xbSMTZvRUG8?si=YdN6NIn3a3DfnPl7

Wikipedia – WP Diamonds - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WP_Diamonds

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Episode 100: “Fax machine tongue” (with John Rain)

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 23:01:15 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon invite John Rain (Smersh Pod, https://linktr.ee/itsjohnrain) along to celebrate reaching a hundred episodes. All your favourite topics are covered; RoboCop, defunct high-street shops, gout, naughty pet dinners, race science, light entertainers from the 70s/80s and much much more!

Robocop 2014 shows off his lungs - https://youtu.be/UFuxiZFwDPs

Woolworths’ Jackie Chan Advert - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ewa8WzbpreY

John’s framed Copycats autographs - https://imgur.com/Vp7Eomk

Wikipedia – Frisian Literature - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frisian_literature

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Episode 99: “Space mushrooms? Great!”

Tue, 28 May 2024 23:01:27 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon get annoyed by a needlessly chatty dog waste collection bag and then they have a look at a product for chicken lovers with expensive phones. Also, space mushrooms.

Waste bag whimsy - https://imgur.com/bI2l7LX

Chicken phone case - https://www.amazon.co.uk/iphone-Chicken-Protective-Transparent/dp/B094GN4MXQ

Wikipedia - Cryomyces minteri - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cryomyces_minteri

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Episode 98: “I sneak in and eat the cheese, I love the cheese"

Tue, 21 May 2024 23:01:19 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon have a look at a cheesy lump from Thailand and then get their noses all zazzed up with a magic machine. They also have a look at some flies and many valuable questions are asked and answered.

Cheese burger video - https://youtu.be/mB1HSHvq_sI

Nose trainer video - https://youtu.be/_6CfwT1r-8U

Wikipedia – Germariochaetini - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Germariochaetini

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Episode 97: "Pantyhose Piggy-bank"

Tue, 14 May 2024 23:01:23 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon read a book about what you can do with women's leg wear and it confuses them and then they verify some facts about Britain. They finish off with a deep delve into the career of Jenny Agutter.

Pages from the book they looked at - https://i.imgur.com/x0Di7fI.jpg

tv-English Club's list of facts - https://tv-english.club/articles-en/entertainment/25-unusual-facts-about-britain-and-british-people/

Wikipedia - Jenny Agutter - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jenny_Agutter

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Episode 96: “Dashboard Cucumbers”

Tue, 07 May 2024 23:01:08 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon was an education film on vehicular maintenance and pick up some top tips, then, they delve into the world of romantic condiment accessories. They finish off the episode by investigating a confusing Wikipedia article about a seemingly nondescript woman and her time-displaced husband.

5 minute crafts’ Effective car hacks to keep you rolling - https://www.facebook.com/reel/1838576159925208

Personalised tomato ketchup label - https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1258059584/personalised-tomato-ketchup-sauce-label?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=lorraine+kelly&ref=sr_gallery-1-25&frs=1&pop=1&pe=1&local_signal_search=1&content_source=ec7312d3b1fbca1bb257c3ab0fd50d29dc610055%253A1258059584&search_preloaded_img=1&organic_search_click=1

Wikipedia – Henrietta Marie Colden - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henrietta_Marie_Colden

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Episode 95: “Gassing away” (with Mat Troy)

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 23:01:28 GMT

In this episode, poet/comedian/writer/podcaster Mat Troy joins Dean and Simon to talk about unwanted magic acts, a big old phoney potato, clown training videos and indoor air quality.

Idaho Potato Hotel - https://idahopotato.com/big-idaho-potato-hotel

Clown training VHS clip - https://www.instagram.com/reel/C26Kgs2sGMd/?igsh=anBpdXoxeWdra3pn

Wikipedia – Indoor Air Quality - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indoor_air_quality

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Episode 94: "Well cool, real cool"

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 23:01:04 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon discover the literal smoking gun and then they have a look at an animal themed settee while Simon contemplates the millionaire lifestyle. They finish off by learning about a Tarzan film from the olden days.

Gun shaped cigarette lighter video – https://www.instagram.com/reel/C4ni2acIf5t/

Article about hippo sofa - https://www.housebeautiful.com/shopping/furniture/a29655874/buy-a-lifesize-hippopotamus-couch/

Wikipedia – Tarzan and the Mermaids - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tarzan_and_the_Mermaids

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Episode 93: “Classic Mellor”

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 23:02:41 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon get off to a bad start, build gradually by discussing poorly labelled Seinfeld clips and horrible Haunted Houses, and then reach a crescendo as they uncover what could be the most exciting Wikipedia article they’ve come across so far.

What purports to be the “Best Seinfeld Scene Ever” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=74TbCBoGbHw

Article on McKamey Manor - https://allthatsinteresting.com/mckamey-manor

McKamey Manor YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CF8FJx1El7c

Wikipedia - List of Coronation Street characters (2024) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Coronation_Street_characters_(2024)

Video of Craig Charles and Philip Olivier Sumo Wrestling - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z21Y3Jk86Jk

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Episode 92: “Crime and Punishment Special” (with Dan Mitchell)

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 23:02:27 GMT

In this episode, wordsman Dan Mitchell (https://www.danmitchellwords.co.uk/) returns to join Dean and Simon for an accidental crime and punishment special! The three of them discuss a Prison themed bar that's arrived in Cardiff, a collection of prison letters currently for sale on Ebay and an extraordinary children’s toy.

Wales online article on Alcotraz - https://www.walesonline.co.uk/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/went-alcotraz-cardiffs-new-activity-28875404

500 prison love letters - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/285789583884?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=h6QVl8B2TMa&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=lu4r0ycmrti&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Punisher shapeshifting toy - https://imgur.com/Z8OHUNI

Wikipedia - List of I Can See Your Voice Indonesia episodes - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_I_Can_See_Your_Voice_Indonesia_episodes

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Episode 91: “Neglect is a word”

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 23:03:27 GMT

In this episode, Dean tells Simon about a display stand that upset him when his son took him shopping and then Simon gets flummoxed by the value of gold per ounce. They finish off by discussing a rich man from America and his need to meddle in the local politics of Florida. It’s a half-hearted Easter Special! And it’s days late!

Reese’s Eggs Display Stand - https://imgur.com/yfiv19D

CNN Business’ video of the world’s most expensive desert - https://youtu.be/RpwcCaejcP8?si=Ld0UEtiwZNtsBTgF

Wikipedia – Norman Braman - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norman_Braman

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Episode 90: “Scab sharks, boo”

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:01:37 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon remember an unfairly (?) maligned pop group from the 1990, have a look at some photographs of a funny man and then take in the sights and sounds of Killiecrankie.

Vanilla – No way no way - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_D-qJ4hfss

Fe-M@ail – Flee Fly Flo - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GFhF0r46qxU

Senior Waiter Stock Images - https://www.dreamstime.com/search.php?securitycheck=fe4dd65087baa8a4ac5d6fafd77e2702&srh_field=waiter&s_all=y&s_ph=y&s_il=y&s_video=y&s_audio=y&s_ad=n&s_sl0=y&s_sl1=y&s_sl2=y&s_sl3=y&s_sl4=y&s_sl5=y&s_orp=y&s_orl=y&s_ors=y&s_orw=y&s_clc=y&s_clm=y&s_rsf=0&s_rst=7&s_sp=master1305

Wikipedia - Killiecrankie - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killiecrankie

What they looked at on Streetview - https://imgur.com/3dIWJVh

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Episode 89: “His anatomy is strange”

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 00:02:55 GMT

In this episode, Dean ponders why he must show his ticket to buy chewing gums at the airport and then, while discussing a sign for sale on Ebay, tells everyone how he found out about the facts of life. Finally, in another madcap Random Wikipedia Article section, your hosts stumble upon footage of a tremendous concert from Switzerland and argue about whether Denise Van Outen used to fly around in a helicopter.

Vtg Metal Novelty Wall Hanging Sign - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/334217823334?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=otnh0WhJRfe&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=lu4r0ycmrti&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=EMAIL

Wikipedia – Adela Smajic - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adela_Smajic

Schnitzelbangg Mittwuch - https://www.facebook.com/Telebasel/videos/schnitzelb%C3%A4ngg-mittwuch/366559962851231/

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Episode 88: “Mrs Smith’s Boogie Wonderland”

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 00:01:49 GMT

In this episode; Dean and Simon have a gentle time talking about a disappointing Wonka experience and then an unnecessary road sign leads to Dean having to retake his driving theory test. The ship sails away for the evening as a Frenchman is not discussed in the Random Wikipedia Section.

Article about Glasgow’s Willy Wonka Experience - https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2024/feb/27/glasgow-willy-wonka-experience-slammed-as-farce-as-tickets-refunded

The road sign that perplexed Simon - https://imgur.com/a/A833UdV

Wikipédia – Jean de Corbeil - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jean_de_Corbeil

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Episode 87: “You are a snitzer-snotz baby”

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 00:02:34 GMT

In this episode, comedian Rob Hughes joins Dean and Simon to discuss Home Alone 4, a confusing sign from a listener’s workplace, auto-tune and a Gaelic Goalkeeper. Lots of valuable questions asked and answered this week.

Home Alone 4 - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0329200/

Wikipedia – David Clarke - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Clarke_(Gaelic_footballer)

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Episode 86: “Can your car do this?”

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 00:01:46 GMT

In this episode, Simon defends Dean from a baying mob and as a reward Dean makes him talk about Elon Musk and his cybertruck. Then, Simon brings the recent Shein exploration to an end by showing Dean another plastic depiction of a creature defecating. Finally, for the first time in 86 episodes, Wikipedia delivers a topic that Dean has studied in depth, so he grasps the opportunity with both hands and talks at length about the monkey from Cannonball Run 2.

Cybertruck - https://www.tesla.com/cybertruck

Doll Toilet Spray Toy Decompression Artifact - https://www.shein.co.uk/DollToiletSprayToyDecompressionArtifact-p-27900823-cat-7190.html?share_from=null&ref=www&rep=dir&ret=uk

Wikipedia – Universal Psychometrics - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_psychometrics

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Episode 85: “Good evening, Lady Aga Khan”

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:02:28 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon watch a long-forgotten panel show from the early 90s, assess a porcine garden ornament and read at an interesting article about a book that chronicles the adventures of a regal mouse.

P’s and Q’s - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=73vi0_B4sBM&ab_channel=ChrisVHS89

1 pc Pig Design Garden Ornament - https://www.shein.co.uk/1pc-Animal-Design-Garden-Ornament-Small-Decoration-Craft-For-Garden-Decor-p-10913725-cat-3035.html?onelink=6%2F32gelzz9aic4&requestId=439079703605706769&skucode=I82cyykwb0b5&url_from=ukadplash2206238956863936one-size_GPM&cid=20761062617&setid=&adid=&pf=GOOGLE&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIvIW6-7r0gwMVbppQBh2qDQDTEAQYFiABEgKvJfD_BwE&ref=www&rep=dir&ret=m

Wikipedia - The Mouse with the Question Mark Tail - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Mouse_with_the_Question_Mark_Tail

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Episode 84: “Serve an orange Simon”

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 00:02:46 GMT

In this episode, an overly caffeinated Dean zooms in to tell a ratty Simon about a product to help people safely clean their plants. Then, Simon tells him about the latest breakthrough in chicken safety paraphernalia. They finish off by discussing a type of flower which might be related to a previous guest. Accidental botany/safety episode? Yeah, why not.

Leaf cleaning tongs - https://www.prezzybox.com/leaf-cleaning-tongs.aspx

Chicken crash helmets - https://shorturl.at/jqSY5

Wikipedia - Rubus steelei - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rubus_steelei

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Episode 83: "Fuzzy astro vibes"

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 00:01:56 GMT

In this episode, Dean learns about the rise and fall of the Deal or No Deal fruit machine, the best machines in Cardiff and how to gamble responsibly and then Simon takes him to a Chinese junk shop to look at a curiously named soft toy. They finish off the episode by arguing about money.

Deal or No Deal Bandit - https://imgur.com/QIK6aJy

Cute and ugly plus doll tilts its head to kill the little duck - https://imgur.com/GpG102m

Wikipedia - Portrait of François Buron - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portrait_of_Fran%C3%A7ois_Buron

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Episode 82: “Moussaka with Edward”

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:01:46 GMT

In this episode, Dean tells Simon about a lost literary classic and a potential revenue stream and then Simon brings out the cheese. They move on to discuss the Dutch version of Big Brother and its many tremendous lawsuits before they take to the streets and bring Air Fryer Month to its conclusion with another bout of ‘Investigative Journalism’.

Photo of Tiramisu Wensleydale - https://imgur.com/V6nBImI

Wikipedia – Big Brother (Dutch TV Series) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Brother_(Dutch_TV_series)

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Episode 81: “The insight to words ratio is off”

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:03:14 GMT

In this episode, Dean gets offered a set of dodgems for free so he tells Simon about it and then Simon shows Dean a Chinese train that goes through a block of flats in China. They finish off the episode by learning about how a quotes are being misattributed to Winston Churchill. Something for everyone there then.

Dodgems for sale - https://imgur.com/SkjcrxE

Chinese train - https://mashable.com/article/chongqing-train-building and https://youtu.be/GnQLNqCqLXA?si=mmgPKchmRoz4V-d-

Wikipedia – Churchillian Drift - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Churchillian_Drift

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Episode 80: “Wire up the toilet”

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 00:03:53 GMT

In this episode, Dean gives a valuable update on his crisps investigation and then shows Simon a video of a terrifying toilet. In part two, Simon tells Dean about a toilet themed restaurant. It's an accidental toilet special, listener! Also, they have a look at an article about an actor/stuntman.

Spooky toilet upgrade - https://www.facebook.com/100070363171353/videos/988388469091159/

Toilet themed restaurant - https://www.cktravels.com/modern-toilet-restaurant-taipei/

Wikipedia – Tony Epper - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Epper

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Episode 79: “Air B&B for Draculas”

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 00:03:45 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon stumble upon the special theme for the month and then make a load of promises that they are bound to ‘forget about’. Dean shows Simon something unusual for sale on Facebook Marketplace and then they speculate about the content of a musical event that's happened in Cardiff. They finish off by having a look at a long-dead group of fish. Detours galore.

Coffin for sale - https://imgur.com/enLjf6d

Jurassic Park in Concert Poster - https://imgur.com/AU1S8UL

Wikipedia - Hypsidoris - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hypsidoris

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Episode 78: "Throbbing Spreadsheet - The Second Annual Report" (with Dave Steele)

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 00:02:10 GMT

In this episode, Dave returns to assess Dean and Simon's performance over the past year. Which celebrities with maladies do your hosts aspire to be like? What words do they use more often than others? How much of the podcast is actually legible? Are they muppet patter thieves? These questions, and more, answered.

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Episode 77: “Christmas Special 2: Christmas Roadshow” (with Liam Schewitz, Dan Thomas, Sarah Breese and Carys Eleri)

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 00:01:10 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon take to the road to do some Xmas drop-ins on a smattering of the year’s guests. First, they call in on Liam Schewitz to find out about how reviewing a Pork advert from the 80s has had an impact on his life and to get his opinion on some of the meat products that have been covered on the podcast since his last appearance. Then they head off to meet with Dan Thomas and Sarah Breese to taste test some items that Sarah has tracked down and they finish off by calling round at Carys Eleri’s house to have a small amount of tea and listen to some music.

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Episode 76: “Mousey goodness”

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 00:02:01 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon watch the trailer for the new Spider-Man-adjacent film that’s coming out soon and then debate the merits of moulding turkey mince into the shape of a carrot and dying it orange. They finish off for the week by going through a long list of rodents.

Madame Web trailer - https://youtu.be/s_76M4c4LTo?si=3Ogitd2TBsxrGBee

Why Arby’s is testing meat products that look like big carrots - https://edition.cnn.com/2019/06/26/business/arbys-fake-meat-carrot-trnd/index.html

Wikipedia - Deomyinae - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deomyinae

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Episode 75: "Pumpkin Spice Imperium"

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 00:01:24 GMT

In this episode, Dean shows Simon a clip from an old film that paints a famous comedian in a new light and then they take to the road to do some investigative journalism. They finally return to the studio to finish off the episode by reviewing an article about a nondescript building in America.

Jim Davidson Hello - https://youtu.be/X6WiiXUR3xM?si=PL3z1pYMiUFi219d

Pumpkin Spice Car Wash Info - https://imocarwash.com/gb/pumpkin-spice-triple-foam/

Wikipedia - Customs House (Nashville, Tennessee) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Customs_House_(Nashville,_Tennessee)

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Episode 74: “Release the Bishop”

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 00:02:00 GMT

In this episode, Dean tells Simon about an educational TV series with an unlikely host and then they ponder why a promotional photograph for a long-forgotten piece of Saturday evening crud-TV ended up on sale in Iceland. The finish off with another fantastic/shambolic Random Wikipedia Article section.

Harold Bishop article - https://www.irishmirror.ie/showbiz/celebrity-news/neighbours-harold-bishop-teach-teenagers-5056113

Dale Winton photo - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/394977495331?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=5vx783pcS06&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Wikipedia – Glasgow Tigers (American football) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glasgow_Tigers_(American_football)

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Episode 73: “The imaginative world of twins”

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 00:02:11 GMT

In this episode, illness has descended upon your hosts but they struggle on bravely. Dean shows Simon some images from a book designed to teach children to stand up for themselves and then Simon invites Dean to a twin themed restaurant. They finish off by falling in love with a photograph of a bird.

Images from ‘The Zipper’ - https://imgur.com/WHcwzJC

Video of Twin Stars Diner, Moscow - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/world-europe-24514947

Wikipedia – Egg Tooth - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Egg_tooth

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Episode 72: "I don't like a wet slimer"

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 00:03:17 GMT

In this episode, Dean gets infuriated with a children's television programme again, Simon discovers Lovecraftian clothing for children and then they contact an "Irishman" for financial advice.

City of Friends opening theme - https://youtu.be/b8JLGM2xfSw?si=gOKo9Nh8l95445Lx

Octopus costume - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004301754454.html?pdp_npi=2%40dis%21GBP%21

Wikipedia - String of cash coins (currency unit) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/String_of_cash_coins_(currency_unit)

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Episode 71: "A beautiful bollard"

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 00:01:45 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon ponder why a bollard has a dinosaur's head on it, take to the air to look at some massive adverts and then mess about on the river.

Dean’s Excellent Dinosaur Photograph - https://i.imgur.com/F9vA0Bl.jpg

Mapvertising article - https://lenpenzo.com/blog/id15798-giant-advertisements-that-can-be-seen-from-high-in-the-sky.html?expand_article=1

Wikipedia – Emmanuel Boat Club - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emmanuel_Boat_Club

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Episode 70: “Chewy drink/Slippery drink" (with Sarah Breese)

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 00:01:59 GMT

In this episode, comedy performer and producer Sarah Breese (http://www.sarahbreese.com) joins Dean and Simon to talk about elevator music, beverages, cursed vegetables, beverages again, redubbed films and ART.

Simon’s potato - https://i.imgur.com/Nv0pOxH.jpg

Wikipedia – Still life with flowers on a marble slab - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Still_life_with_flowers_on_a_marble_slab

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Episode 69: “Car door binbag”

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 00:09:44 GMT

In this episode, Dean gives an update on his crisps investigation and then he and Simon have a look at a new addition to the Robocop cannon. They follow that up with a discussion about camping and finish off with an old-fashioned meltdown during the Random Wikipedia Article section.

Robocop's desk - https://i.imgur.com/OByVbcy.png

Car tent - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B06XX3H5XL?tag=097-uk-21&ascsubtag=default&geniuslink=true

Wikipedia – Faces in the Fog - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Faces_in_the_Fog

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Episode 68: “Follow the crisp literature”

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 23:01:30 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon fail to be impressed by someone cleaning a rug, take a crispy trip down memory lane and name an activity they think is better than skiing. What a lovely, gentle episode. Well done everyone.

Someone power washing a filthy rug - https://www.instagram.com/reel/CxAffxAs6zo/?igshid=MzRIODBiNWFIZA%3D%3D

A very expensive bag of crisps - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/225764642728?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=aIHXLND9TMu&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=lu4r0ycmrti&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Wikipedia - Matthias Looß - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthias_Loo%C3%9F

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Episode 67: “Sad beef and fat onion”

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 23:02:45 GMT

In this episode, Simon and Dean broadcast their thoughts whilst on holiday in London. They discuss a few items that London is famous for: Mrs Doubtfire the Musical, expensive cashew nuts and stiffness methods.

Note for the listener: the audio for this episode was recorded with microphones from Poundland and enhanced with AI Software, it turned out alright but if you notice an unusual element to the sounds of their voices that’ll be why.

Mrs Doubtfire the Musical - https://youtu.be/pIzRTJIxEYs?si=SIx3SDoUA7BlvRnM

Ginni’s Chilli Lemon & Coriander Cashews Nuts - https://ginnis.co.uk/ginnis-nuts-snacks-and-sweets/shop/nuts/chilli-lemon-coriander-cashew-nuts

Wikipedia – The Matrix Method - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matrix_method

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Episode 66: “Bag lips” (with Michael McCann)

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 23:01:02 GMT

In this episode, Mike returns to unravel with the boys. The three gents discuss the cultural power of Phil Mitchell, human souls entrapped in china dolls, Japanese men that can transform into dogs and prehistoric oceans (almost).

Phil Mitchell drawstring bag - https://www.redbubble.com/i/drawstring-bag/Phil-Mitchell-by-Captain-Lynchie/32344203.YT4RK

Haunted doll with a positive spirit - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/166253543310?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=ZDMvXzj-TkO&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=lu4r0ycmrti&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Haunted doll with a negative spirit - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/325766668353?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=8wqOjD8mRPK&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=lu4r0ycmrti&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Toco the human dog - https://www.independent.co.uk/asia/japan/japanese-man-collie-dog-costume-b2387446.html

Wikipedia – Bridge River Ocean - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bridge_River_Ocean

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Episode 65: “Some mothers would like a dining experience”

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 23:01:33 GMT

In this episode, Simon unveils a new segment and then Dean leads a discussion on comedy-based dining experiences. The pair of them stumble upon what could be a good business idea before turning their attention to a photograph for sale on Ebay. The resulting conversation gives them another business idea. Listener; please don’t steal these ideas, it’s all that they have.

Faulty Towers Dining Experience - https://www.interactivetheatre.com.au/faulty-towers-the-dining-experience-manchester/

Photo 6x4 A Victor Meldrew job One foot in the grave? C2012 - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/324940795350?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=yXJFhbJMSuC&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=lu4r0ycmrti&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Wikipedia – USS WST-1 - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USS_WST-1

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Episode 64: “Laserquack”

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 23:01:10 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon ponder the educational power of acronyms and look at a way to make the motorcar more horse friendly.

The anagrams and mottos - https://i.imgur.com/zgEPqDH.jpg

Horsey horseless carriage articles - https://www.wired.com/2015/02/well-didnt-work-1899-car-full-size-wooden-horse-head-stuck-front/ and https://psmag.com/environment/electric-hybrid-cars-cyclists-pedestrians-traffic-safety-52337

Wikipedia – Roger Mosey - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roger_Mosey

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Episode 63: “Smash it all together and hope for the best”

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 23:02:23 GMT

In this episode, your hosts have a look in the fridge to see if they can cobble together a “dump meal” and then come up with the most unpleasant analogy to explain how nuclear fusion works that you are ever likely to hear.

Dump meal video - https://www.instagram.com/p/CuR-W-kOwB1/

Uranium for sale - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000796XXM/?tag=097-20&ascsubtag=default

Wikipedia – Village Sounds Agency - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Village_Sounds_Agency

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Episode 62: “Clive Cough Clough: The Inevitable Distress.” (with Trevor Williams)

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 23:01:00 GMT

In this episode, an upturn in temperature brings Trevor Williams out of his hidey-hole to join Dean and Simon for an hour of claptrap. The three of them talk about wet weddings, tribute trainers, the comedic stylings of a horrible cow and a Wikipedia article about one of those fleabag type things.

Wedding in a swimming pool video - https://www.instagram.com/reel/Ckc-rMlD1FU/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D

Only Fools and Horses Adidas Gazelles - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/266351910787?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=e63BcEpgRj-&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=lu4r0ycmrti&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Only Fools and Horses Hi-Tops - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/402769350853?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=exl8qir_qbk&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=lu4r0ycmrti&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Katie Hopkins’ Tour T-Shirt - https://imgur.com/Z1HwBV1

Wikipedia – Shakespeare's Will (play) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shakespeare%27s_Will_(play)

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Episode 61: “A full brick of British Butter”

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 23:01:16 GMT

In this episode, Simon gets distracted by a clock while looking at a 93-year-old ‘science’ experiment and Dean learns how much butter is in a stick. The pair of them also present the most detailed discussion of a small South American bird that you are ever likely to hear.

The pitch drop experiment live feed - http://thetenthwatch.com/feed/

Butterwheel - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07M6ZVKJR?tag=097-uk-21&ascsubtag=default&geniuslink=true&th=1

Wikipedia – Cinereous-breasted Spinetail - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinereous-breasted_spinetail

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Episode 60: “Toto’s wormy wood”

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 23:02:02 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon watch a propaganda film starring Superman, look at some movie memorabilia available at auction and discuss Swedish hip-hop/R&B from the 1990s.

Superman anti-smoking commercial campaign - https://youtu.be/hDRMeeuP3F0?si=JmKQ2PNdmVuaNLxf

Wizard of Oz wood - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/165722804941?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=OqS4-Kj-SP-&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=lu4r0ycmrti&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Al Capones locking mechanism - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/165721867264?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=OqS4-Kj-SP-&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=lu4r0ycmrti&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Wikipedia – Swahili Nation - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Swahili_Nation

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Episode 59: "All my work is plus birds"

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 23:01:15 GMT

In this episode, your hosts watch segments of a dreadful cartoon and then quest to understand the ethos of Etsy. In the final section, Simon delivers the definitive list of boring hobbies and encourages Dean to question science.

Rapsittie Kids - https://youtu.be/4e-wuyjgDPQ

Rubber Infinity Gauntlet - https://www.etsy.com/listing/587924983/infinity-gauntlet-11-replica-avengers?show_sold_out_detail=1&source=aw&utm_source=affiliate_window&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=us_location_buyer&utm_content=141392&utm_term=0&awc=6220_1688421277_fde93b3e29662ef9a4c4e2e6b772bc23&btn_ref=srctok-b468cf341f4220fc

Wikipedia – Juan Lembeye - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juan_Lembeye

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Episode 58: "Governance by Thunderdome" (with Drew Davies)

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 23:01:59 GMT

In this episode, a change of format! Dean and Simon to get taught a lesson about American Professional Wrestling by wrestling-nerd Drew Davies, co-host of the 'We Make Things Fight with Matt Troy' podcast.

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Episode 57: “A 3x3 Grid of Gail Platt”

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 23:01:46 GMT

In this episode, Dean reads you an email with a surprising twist and then Simon presents you with his ugly mug. The programme ends with them almost learning something in the Random Wikipedia Article. Almost but not quite.

Sylvester Stallone Mug - https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/982605969/sylvester-stallone-your-turn-to-make-the?ref=share_v4_lx

E.T. wearing a Gail Platt t-shirt - https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/269209102/gail-platt-rodwell-t-shirt-coronation?click_key=97b9d0aa54acf332a6eb6c141e0db056ceeb33bd%3A269209102&click_sum=d3c8b0b5&ref=sold_out-15&pro=1&frs=1

Wikipedia - Whole Internet User's Guide and Catalog -https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whole_Internet_User%27s_Guide_and_Catalog

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Episode 56: “Double bagged for its protection”

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 23:01:23 GMT

In this episode, your hosts watch some Irish songstresses go about their business and then settle down to ponder Popeye's plastic phallus before the train fully derails as Simon gives all mathematicians a piece of his mind.

Celtic Woman Ballroom of Romance - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-P1wyDW7BOQ&pp=ygUgY2VsdGljIHdvbWFuIGJhbGxyb29tIG9mIHJvbWFuY2U%3D

NSFW Popeye toy - https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/666981952/popeye-the-spinach-addicted-sailor-man?show_sold_out_detail=1&ref=nla_listing_details

Wikipedia – Decagram (Geometry) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Decagram_(geometry)

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Episode 55: “Graffiti Special”

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 23:01:01 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon decide to dedicate an episode to graffiti for no apparent reason. Dean shows Simon some very offensive and possibly libellous messaging he saw on a lamppost in Cardiff and then Simon shows Dean some of that street art that they have in Bristol. Then, at the end of the show, they both decide to think the worst of someone and reminisce about Jersey.

Cardiff graffiti - https://imgur.com/X7ZQPaK

Bristol street art - https://imgur.com/I2fXfid

Wikipedia – Nick Dowling - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nick_Dowling

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Episode 54: "The loaves and fishes caper" (with Liam Schewitz)

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 23:01:52 GMT

In this episode, comedy friend Liam Schewitz joins Simon and Dean to talk about celebrity death-hoaxes, an email from a listener with a strange understanding of what the podcast is, a chilling advert from the 80s and a load of Hewitt.

Article about Jeremy Renner still being alive - https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/jeremy-renner-dead-june-2023/

Email from Brown Davies – https://imgur.com/MWx8yWt

1984 British Pork Advert – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0wDjWOnHcY&ab_channel=advertarchive

Wikipedia – Hewitt (name) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hewitt_(name)

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Episode 53: “They’re all circles or rods”

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 23:01:33 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon remember a song from their childhood which might have contributed to them being such porky little boys. Simon then takes Dean shopping in the grotesque-cat-grooming-apparatus aisle over at Amazon dot com. They finish of by listing values and places in an odd little Random Wikipedia Section.

McDonalds advert - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7b1Vnumiwg

Cat tongue brush - https://amzn.eu/d/2oYq8Y9

Wikipedia - UK and Ireland Poker Tour Season 2 Results - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UK_and_Ireland_Poker_Tour_season_2_results

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Episode 52: “Distressingly pink. Unnecessarily pink”

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 23:01:16 GMT

In this episode, Dean shows Simon a cut-scene from an old computer game and they try to pick apart a successful actor’s method. Then they revisit the targeted advertising scene to have a look at some bare bottom pants before the Random Wikipedia Article section brings another opportunity to talk about space aliens.

Tim Curry “SpaaAAacee!” -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_U59u69tys

Cycling shorts - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Womens-Padded-Cycling-Underwear-Shorts/dp/B08CDCK2BM?th=1 and http://baboonbuttcycling.weebly.com/index.html

Wikipedia - Life (Film 2017) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Life_(2017_film)

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Episode 51: “Little stinking old worm”

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 23:01:45 GMT

In this episode, your hosts try to work out why Dean has a presence on a website he has no business being on, try on a low-effort piece of official merchandise and then get lied to by a sneaky Wikipedia article.

Dean’s page on Perez Hilton’s website - https://perezhilton.com/tag/dr-dean-burnett/

Dean’s targeted advertising - https://i.imgur.com/IjprVqu.jpg

I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here official T-shirt - https://itvshop.co.uk/collections/frontpage/products/official-im-a-celebrity-mens-campmate-t-shirt

Wikipedia – Mix (radio station) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mix_(radio_station)

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Episode 50: ”Bookboy vs Wasp-Pope“ (with Dan Thomas)

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 23:01:49 GMT

In this episode, comedian Dan Thomas (@itsdanthomas on twitter) joins Simon and Dean to discuss unwanted postal presents, unfathomable bumper stickers, the rise of the machines and a James Bond spoof’s soundtrack.

Picture of Dean holding a book he doesn’t want - https://imgur.com/CzkiHzB

Bumper sticker 1 - https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/234503083/im-speeding-cos-i-need-a-poo-car-bumper?ga_order=highest_reviews&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=rude+car+stickers&ref=sr_gallery-5-21&pro=1&frs=1&organic_search_click=1

Bumper Sticker 2 - https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/921542074/what-if-we-kissed-next-to-the-elkay?ga_order=highest_reviews&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=rude+car+stickers&ref=sr_gallery-5-4&organic_search_click=1

Wikipedia – Johnny English Reborn (Soundtrack) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnny_English_Reborn_(soundtrack)

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Episode 49: "It's Terminal: The Musical"

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 23:01:23 GMT

In this episode, Dean plays Simon a dreadful, dreadful song and it has a debilitating effect on his cognitive function. Then the boys pick out presents for themselves from the Temu Father’s Day Sale and finish off by discussing a Qatari sportsman.

Georgia Stitt “Maybe it’s me” - https://youtu.be/AqH4vwkJiZY

Temu items - https://imgur.com/Ydb7yHT

Wikipedia – Jumah Faraj - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jumah_Faraj

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Episode 48: “If it’s green, it’s on”

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 23:01:14 GMT

In this episode, Dean presents one of his much-loved travel updates and then Simon shows him a video of two people doing a costumed dance on the streets of Eastern Europe. They end the show by casting aspersions upon a French filmmaker.

Dean’s photos of his German hotel - hotel https://imgur.com/xNuy3Ag wall panel https://imgur.com/hLHXTVd bathroom https://imgur.com/noDLDZS

Witch Doctor - Ooh Eeh Ooh Ah Aah Ting Tang Walla Walla Bing- Zumba Kids choreo by Crazy Coolka - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cp31W12-vVg&ab_channel=CrazyCoolkaMonikaPutowska-Kuli%C5%84ska

Wikipedia – Don't Forget You’re Going to Die - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don%27t_Forget_You%27re_Going_to_Die

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Episode 47: “Piu, Piu, Piu”

Tue, 30 May 2023 23:01:37 GMT

In this episode, Dean teaches Simon about what the business elite are doing over on LinkedIn and then they sample some (possibly poisonous) chicken flavour sweets. At the end of the show they stumble upon an idea for a more modern competition to replace beauty pageants and crown a new Miss Universe Australia.

Lick your anus LinkedIn profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lick-your-anus-691152115?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F

Archie McPhee Fried Chicken Flavour Sweets - https://mcphee.com/collections/hard-candy/products/fried-chicken-candy

Pamphlet that came with the sweets - https://imgur.com/59nQfWS

Wikipedia - Miss Universe Australia 2021 - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miss_Universe_Australia_2021

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Episode 46: “Gout of the Soul” (with Dave Steele)

Tue, 23 May 2023 23:01:26 GMT

In this episode, Dave returns to promote season two of the “Will Riker Sex Beard” podcast. The three idiots giggle and shout about genital themed footwear, workplace etiquette, body-smoking devices, Russ Abbot, time-travel theories, Usain Bolt, illogical sayings, bees, an architect from Canada and more.

Penis slippers - https://imgur.com/vR4rrTK

How Dean’s mam told him about the slippers - https://imgur.com/L95c6s3

Moxibustion cans - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003918095559.html?pdp_npi=2%40dis%21GBP%21

Wikipedia – Helga Plumb - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helga_Plumb

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Episode 45: “Unfamiliar lumps”

Tue, 16 May 2023 23:02:52 GMT

In this episode, Dean starts proceedings by sharing a personal matter and then the boys tuck-in to an implausible strongman. The main course is beans this week and for dessert is a wikipedia article about an old reality tv show from America.

Article on Khan Babar - https://broscience.com/khan-baba/

Dr Pepper Baked Beans - https://imgur.com/n90NGd8 https://imgur.com/Jt34uhT

Wikipedia - Polyamory: Married & Dating - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polyamory:_Married_%26_Dating

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Episode 44: “The chimera episode”

Tue, 09 May 2023 23:01:25 GMT

In this episode, Dean presents Simon with another strange item that he found whilst walking the dog, the pair on them then give advice on bio-crimes and consumer affairs while looking at a fruity-animal garden object and end the show by discussing ~~rugby~~ basketball in the Random Wikipedia Article section.

Tomb Raider DVD (bitten) - https://i.imgur.com/0v9RCFW.jpg

Art Ornaments Duck Sculpture Peeled Banana Duck Outdoor Decor Garden Statue - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/275484241172?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=xxm3t8kMQ8G&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=lu4r0ycmrti&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Wikipedia – Danny Fortson - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danny_Fortson

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Episode 43: “The cloaca people”

Tue, 02 May 2023 23:01:52 GMT

In this episode, Simon gives Dean an update on how his ‘Parting Shots’ re-write is coming along and then they examine the Crazy Frog’s reproductive organs and a medical/torture device. They also return to the subject of American Football, as Wikipedia insisted upon it.

Crazy frog - https://imgur.com/YaOkKHv

Picture from a Winnie the Poo book - https://imgur.com/ix2jOPI

Vinmax Over The Door Cervical Traction Set for Neck Shoulder Pain Brace Relief Head Home, Neck Disk Relief, Shipping from US - https://www.amazon.com/Vinmax-Cervical-Traction-Shoulder-Relief/dp/B06XDLTL48

Wikipedia - 1926 Idaho Vandals football team - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1926_Idaho_Vandals_football_team

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Episode 42: “The debilitating stage of puberty” (with Nick Pettigrew)

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 23:10:05 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon are joined by author Nick Pettigrew (‘Anti-Social’, available wherever you buy books) to discuss ear-grooming, toasters, adults with the voices of children and Frankenstein the Bishop of Worms.

Ear hair waxing treatment - https://www.instagram.com/reel/CofXjhzASz8/?igshid=MjljNjAzYmU%3D

NFL Toasters - https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003C0BK72/ref=cm_cr_arp_mb_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8&th=1&psc=1

Haribo Policemen Advert - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hcE1Z3KDYrc&ab_channel=UKHaribo

Wikipedia - Johannes Karl von und zu Franckenstein - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johannes_Karl_von_und_zu_Franckenstein

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Episode 41: “Teenagers with their receding hairlines”

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 23:01:49 GMT

In this episode, a mildly argumentative Simon criticises popular culture in order to defend what is sure to be a terrible film. Dean helps Simon try to work out why a woman is walking through the American desert on a road to nowhere and then the both of them try to remember a song by Busta Rhymes.

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Once and Always Trailer - https://youtu.be/ZKE2DC7Xzog

Woman walking away from Roswell - https://www.google.com/maps/@33.4201709,-104.0459085,3a,32.8y,285.49h,85.57t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1sDQv8aMycnpxfTDuWD3qiZA!2e0!7i13312!8i6656

Wikipedia - Touch It (Busta Rhymes song) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Touch_It_(Busta_Rhymes_song)

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Episode 40: “Chekov's clown”

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 23:01:54 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon take a closer look at Chris Rea’s short stint as a film star, discuss practical jokes and the type of man that loves them and then struggle to navigate the internet while discussing a Swedish children's film from the 1980s.

Parting shots - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPz5NyFtjes&ab_channel=BleibergEntertainment

Fake electrical outlet sticker - https://www.amazon.com/Electrical-Outlet-Sticker-Hilariously-Stickers/dp/B091XSYHL9/ref=as_li_ss_tl?keywords=fake+wall+outlet&qid=1637871943&qsid=134-7464969-4838240&sr=8-2&sres=B0789GBB43,B091XSYHL9,B078MKQ2GS,B00YWDCVOO,B06XJJWHV6,B08R6S1M1K,B079YXYSLN,B07CCGBB7M,B092V13FVD,B07DCRVBYX,B083LLM6QJ,B01HDJFYTM,B073ZB1R1B,B078162HNC,B00LH3DMUO,B00MNV8E0C,B095RNBK2N,B00ATZJ606,B0009HKEXM,B08QRK6QL4&linkCode=sl1&tag=defineawesome-20&linkId=2b3749cc21bee8199ef5c8dbd18db02a&language=en_US

Wikipedia – Children of the Noisy Village (Film) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Children_of_Noisy_Village_(film)

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Episode 39: “Cement filled green sock”

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 23:01:21 GMT

In this episode, an enthusiastic listener phones in for a chat with Dean and your hosts have a look at a faux-celebrity wrestling event. Simon tells Dean about a stingy-nettle eating competition and the pair of them finish off by discussing beetles, bats and Beatles.

Mr Blobby wrestling clip - https://m.facebook.com/FTLOWrestlingUK/videos/blobby/1213179802917432/

World nettle eating contest – article - https://www.countrylife.co.uk/news/swollen-tongues-and-black-mouths-competitors-tuck-in-at-world-nettle-eating-championship-200372

World nettle eating contest – Transworld Sports Clip - https://youtu.be/HwQRMxXyO6w

Photo of a winner’s black tongue - https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-at-the-world-stinging-nettle-eating-championship-and-beer-festival-114466403.html

Wikipedia –Planodes Ambonensis - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Planodes_ambonensis

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Episode 38: “Built wrong” (with Charlie Webster)

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 23:01:32 GMT

In this episode, comedian Charlie Webster joins Dean and Simon to talk about cancer, cat-shaped tissue dispensers, parrot paintings and a music advocate. It’s a dark topic to start an episode with and it isn’t treated with the respect it deserves so beware of that. I blame Dean, personally. Charlie’s got a new podcast coming out soon, it’ll be called ‘Scum Tank’ so keep an eye out for that.

A leaflet Dean found about cancer - https://imgur.com/UhEk9EI

Cat-butt tissue dispenser - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Home-X-Tissue-Holder-Lovers-Hilarious/dp/B08P5ZR8H9/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1LQ75AVLY8Y9P&keywords=Home-X+Cat+Butt+Tissue+Holder+for+Cat+Lovers%2C+Tissue+Box+Cover%2C+Hilarious+Gift+for+Cat+Lovers%2C+11+%C2%BD%22+L+x+9+%C2%BC%22+W+x+8+%C2%BC%22+H%2C+Tan+and+White&qid=1679857864&sprefix=home-x+cat+butt+tissue+holder+for+cat+lovers+tissue+box+cover+hilarious+gift+for+cat+lovers+11+l+x+9+w+x+8+h+tan+and+white%2Caps%2C907&sr=8-1

Charlie’s parrot picture- https://imgur.com/zLuKPFk

Wikipedia - Richard Letts - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Letts

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Episode 37: “Get that spider dancing”

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 00:01:44 GMT

In this episode Dean gives Simon a new reason to be afraid of spiders, Simon shows Dean a clip of a cartoon character using a surprising turn of phrase and then they bad-mouth a long-dead Canadian gentleman.

Spider zombie necrobots are next-gen grippers - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_txFWbuZ6B4&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=GiGadgets

Wilma Flintstone swears - https://youtu.be/fuCbrPzPLAc

Wikipedia – Reuben White - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reuben_White

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Episode 36: “Pet themed Poppers”

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 00:01:00 GMT

In this episode, Dean recommends a film and Simon Introduces Dean to a company that will put a dog’s face on Phil Mitchell’s body and turn it into a jigsaw. Finally, an old foe rears its ugly head and ruins the Random Wikipedia Article section.

Contract to Kill Trailer - https://youtu.be/6AkmvKdKCWY

Phil Mitchell (Eastenders Inspired) Custom Pet Puzzle - https://www.pawandglory.com/products/phil-mitchell-eastenders-inspired-custom-pet-puzzle?_pos=1&_psq=++Phil+Mitchell+%28Eastenders+Inspired%29%3A+Custom+Pet+&_ss=e&_v=1.0

Wikipedia – Vezenkov - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vezenkov

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Episode 35: “Teeth tend to last a long time”

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 00:02:20 GMT

In this episode, your hosts take a trawl through the famous faces you can hire, pitch a new gameshow to BBC Wales and find out about the world’s smallest snake. Dean was a naughty boy this week and forgot to turn his microphone on so they’ve had to use the back-up audio for section one, it doesn’t sound too bad though.

Susan Scott Lookalike Agency - http://www.lookalikes.info/our-lookalikes/new-lookalikes

Reporter lookalike - https://lookalikes.co.uk/celebrity-lookalikes/all-lookalikes/reporter-lookalike/

All the people we looked at - https://imgur.com/IhBoco4

The Barbados Threadsnake - https://www.wired.com/2015/01/absurd-creature-of-the-week-barbados-threadsnake/

Wikipedia - Full Metal Alchemist and the Broken Angel - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fullmetal_Alchemist_and_the_Broken_Angel

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Episode 34: “The odd person of stature” (with Carys Eleri)

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 00:01:55 GMT

In this episode, actor/singer/composer Carys Eleri (https://linktr.ee/caryseleri ) joins Dean and Simon to discuss savoury eyelashes, dirty dogs, miniature cups, sweaty lips and more.

Cheese and Onion fake eyelashes - https://www.meggilashes.co.uk/products/cheese-onion-crisps-3-lash-pack

Pooping Pooches 2023 calendar - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0754Y9GNH/ref=sspa_dk_detail_4?pf_rd_p=af9528d2-09ba-47ee-b909-59e3022bebe1&pf_rd_r=FXVG10QGTXCX79WXSMQT&pd_rd_wg=13rKT&pd_rd_w=ZF7aS&content-id=amzn1.sym.af9528d2-09ba-47ee-b909-59e3022bebe1&pd_rd_r=2b2dafaf-a6ff-41ac-baa6-8f5ce0a2d581&s=kitchen&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWw&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFSWDgxQTk1RVYxU0QmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA4MzA1OTkzSzlINjZZWVlGWVMxJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAyMzQxOTlSNTRKSFBXWkQwM1Ymd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWwmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl&th=1

Carys’s small cup - https://i.imgur.com/tp5zC3s.png

Wikipedia – List of South American Saints - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_South_American_saints

Saint Louis Bertrand and his cup with a dragon flying out of it - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louis_Bertrand_(saint)#/media/File:Louis_Bertrand.jpg

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Episode 33: “Harness the power of the egg”

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 00:01:44 GMT

In this episode Dean and Simon unravel the symbolism within a music video, form a sacrilegious plan to condemn a friend to Hell and discover the wonder of a low-powered television station in the USA.

Dua Lipa “Love Again” (Official Music Video) - https://youtu.be/BC19kwABFwc

Monty Don Prayer Candle - https://www.aintsaint.co/products/saint-monty-don-gardeners-world-prayer-candle?variant=39644699426894

Wikipedia - WYHB-CD - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WYHB-CD

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Episode 32: “Pizza Hut, in itself, has gone weird”

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 00:02:55 GMT

In this episode, your hosts introduce a new segment, rediscover a shoddy toy from their childhood and wang on about architecture. Moving on to the Random Wikipedia Article Segment, the pair of them decide to review an article about a geological formation by focusing their attention on The Silence of the Lambs, for some reason.

Barcode Battler advert - https://youtu.be/Hqfv4f-G-Ro

The National Fisheries Development Board Building, Hyderabad - https://i.imgur.com/i8bRBwR.jpg

Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kittatinny_Formation

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Episode 31: “hashtag no time for nonsense”

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 00:02:22 GMT

In this episode, Dean presents Simon with a truly mysterious artefact of unknown provenance. Any information the listener can provide on the matter will be gratefully received. Simon shows Dean a tube that can help him shape his meat into a nice sausage shape and then they speculate wildly about a retired sportswoman, rudely insult Dutch cuisine and patronisingly compliment the Dutch people on their ability to speak English.

Claude’s Business Blitz: Beef Up Your CV - https://i.imgur.com/hI1MVsO.jpg

Hotdogger - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B002DZ5LGI/?tag=420beginnerco-21

Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anouk_Rijff

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Episode 30: “OJ Rayner” (with Dan Mitchell)

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 00:01:33 GMT

In this episode, Dan Mitchell (@specileptic on twitter) joins the clown show. The three pigs discuss a diet book that doesn’t contain any recipes, take a glance at some of the top-notch journalism that they have over there in Ireland, take apart some very small golf clubs and finish off by unearthing a super-power that Dan didn’t know he had.

Michael Winner’s Fat Pig Diet - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2180312.Fat_Pig_Diet

You won't believe how Nutella is officially pronounced, via the Irish Examiner - https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/arid-30691938.html

Really small golf clubs - https://i.imgur.com/KW4S4jF.jpg

Wikipedia – Samuel Meredith - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samuel_Meredith

Samuel Meredith photo - https://imgur.com/hvNIcv4

Thomas Tudor Tucker photo - https://imgur.com/iCrr9GC

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Episode 29: "A real party zone" (with Dean's dog)

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 00:01:48 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon discuss a particularly sweary example of Simpsons-based detournement before they bring in a canine chum to help review a beer that’s been specially ‘brewed’ for dogs. They finish off by getting distracted by the dog while trying to discuss Pakistan’s efforts at the 1988 Summer Olympics.

Seedy things Dean found on the ground - https://i.imgur.com/n8nZ5YW.jpg and https://i.imgur.com/Bs0WGqJ.jpg

Rude Simpsons T-shirt - https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/6097864-pure-cunt-pocket

Bottom Sniffer Dog Beer - https://www.wilko.com/en-uk/woof-brew-bottom-sniffer-dog-beer-330ml/p/0513306

Wikipedia - Pakistan at the 1988 Summer Olympics - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pakistan_at_the_1988_Summer_Olympics

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Episode 28 – "I will edge towards crime"

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 00:01:17 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon draw on their detective instinct to speculate about a discarded box of Viagra that Dean found frozen on the pavement. They continue the wintery theme by taking a look at a daft product that’s meant to protect a specific part of your body from the cold and then finish off by being dismissive of a ground-breaking scientist’s achievements.

Viagra Packet - https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FjiSKYxWIAEfPaM?format=png&name=small

Nosewarmers - https://nosewarmer.com/

Wikipedia – Robert Koch Medal and Award https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Koch_Medal_and_Award

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Episode 27: “I might be fat but I'm a free man”

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 00:01:24 GMT

In this episode, Simon and Dean gently ease into the new year by reminiscing about an old book and listing rugby players. They also try to work out why a dental practice would feel the need to laminate a seemingly innocuous sign and end the show by investigating the life of an Australian sportsman.

Tommy David book - https://www.wob.com/en-gb/books/carwyn-james/tommy-david/9780950404226?gclid=Cj0KCQiAwJWdBhCYARIsAJc4idB_sfWcH8SRaBADobiTI5XweBxLf3lKFu1DAIOmkgsmhsPjBolsHHoaAj5lEALw_wcB#GOR002244982

A sign Simon saw at the dentist - https://imgur.com/AktHVVe

Wikipedia - Brian Lake - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brian_Lake

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Episode 26: “The First Annual Performance Review (with Dave Steele)”

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 00:01:50 GMT

In this special episode, Chairman of the Board and minority-shareholder Dave Steele (Will Riker’s Sex Beard Podcast) returns to deliver Dean and Simon’s annual performance review. Dave has come prepared with a spreadsheet, stats, figures and poetry in order to assess whether your hosts have met their goals for the year in podcasting.

Wikipedia – Golden Browed Chat-Tyrant https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golden-browed_chat-tyrant

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Episode 25: “The benefits of a tall horse”

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 00:01:45 GMT

In this episode, a ‘tired’ Dean and Simon convene for a late-night record to bring you features on old-timey bicycles, strange wall decorations and gambling opportunities. How two men that claim to be uninterested in horses can end up talking about them on a seemingly weekly basis is beyond me. I’m going to petition for a full embargo on horse-based chat in 2023.

Penny Farthing article: https://www.countrylife.co.uk/out-and-about/sporting-country-pursuits/penny-farthing-frequent-sight-streets-london-209521

Wallmonkeys - https://www.wallmonkeys.com/products/anticipation-senior-woman-with-wall-decal-fot-63948519 and https://www.wallmonkeys.com/products/despair-homeless-wall-mural-fot-24254673

Wikipedia – Dhalia Stakes https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dahlia_Stakes

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Episode 24: “Dean and Simon’s Noel’s Christmas House party” (with Adam Williams, Ryan Clark and Michael McCann)

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 00:01:00 GMT

In this episode, Dean and Simon welcome guests new and old to their house for a Christmas Party. The gang celebrate the season in the traditional style by discussing dog/audio mashups, hand-porn/rage-bait mashups and basketball/MMA mashups. They also delve into a fish.

A bluetooth speaker shaped like a dog - https://imgur.com/3sN24Nh

The tik-tok videos Adam shows us - https://www.tiktok.com/@putinnu/video/7149185383559925038 and https://www.tiktok.com/@potteryboy/video/7161692912537931010

Dean’s unusual hand - https://imgur.com/kEFPgRt

Batyr Ball (the video we watched is imbedded within the article) - https://www.marca.com/en/more-sports/2022/11/24/637f9ef222601d117b8b458c.html

Wikipedia – Triplophysa tenuis - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Triplophysa_tenuis

The drawing of the fish that we found - https://imgur.com/1GWEm6I

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Episode 23: "Miami Special – Dean's report from Wonderland "

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 00:01:30 GMT

In this special edition of the podcast we bring you Dean’s report from ‘Wonderland - The World’s Leading Psychedelic Event’, a conference he attended in Miami, Florida, USA in November 2022.

This episode is available in an audio/visual format on YouTube should you wish to follow the slideshow in real time - https://youtu.be/Tn8C82lnhEk

Photo 1 - https://imgur.com/JXpOc7I

Photo 2 - https://imgur.com/pjllgxA

Photo 3 - https://imgur.com/oFYzwNS

Photo 4a - https://imgur.com/Dnk7VRt

Photo 4b - https://imgur.com/TuFEIhC

Photo 4c - https://imgur.com/tUiSs1x

Photo 5 - https://imgur.com/LA0TjA7

Photo 6 - https://imgur.com/ojRvUBG

Photo 7 - https://imgur.com/yoWWv2q

Photo 8a - https://imgur.com/5n0msNo

Photo 8b - https://imgur.com/yQp837I

Photo 9 - https://imgur.com/mZlKXzQ

Photo 10 - https://imgur.com/XZMMncj

Photo 11 - https://imgur.com/B4yfUYL

Photo 12 - https://imgur.com/p6UhUWq

Photo 13 - https://imgur.com/xppRuj0

Photo 14 - https://imgur.com/629oCnp

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Episode 22: "I guess I'm the kettle guy now"

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 00:01:18 GMT

In this episode, Dean leans in to the accusations of deviancy that Simon has levelled at him by discussing sexy maternity wear. Simon brings the science for a change as he introduces Dean to a horrible little creature. The pair of them finish off by discussing slacklining in the focused manner that you, the listener, has come to expect.

Maternity PVC catsuit: https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FiRFFB_WIAAvwFc?format=png&name=small

Product link: https://www.asos.com/naked-wardrobe-maternity/naked-wardrobe-maternity-vinyl-legging-in-black/prd/203270080?affid=23982&socialadref=23852233882420439&fbadid=23852883724070439

Symbion Pandora - https://www.newscientist.com/article/dn18834-zoologger-the-most-bizarre-life-story-on-earth/

Wikipedia – Slacklining https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slacklining

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Episode 21: "The number one top bird”

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 00:01:09 GMT

In this episode, your hosts discuss the efficient(?) check-in system that they run at Vienna International Airport and then it’s time for dinner. Feel free to isolate and sample the rustling and crunching sounds if you need a disgusting sound effect for a horror film or something. Finally, a possible crime is accidentally solved in the Random Wikipedia Article segment as a by-product of bike-based investigation.

Vienna International Airport - https://www.viennaairport.com/cz/cestujici/letiste/check-in

Tesco Finest Christmas Pudding Flavour Crisps - https://imgur.com/QNwLTT1

Wikipedia - Grand Prix du Midi Libre - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grand_Prix_du_Midi_Libre

A cyclist’s disgusting legs - https://www.menshealth.com/uk/fitness/cardio-exercise/a29437419/professional-cyclist-shares-shocking-pictures-of-his-leg-muscles/

Carnage at the Tour de France - https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/cycling/tour-de-france-crash-watch-stage-1-b1873292.html

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Episode 20: “The major problem areas of the face (with Michael McCann)"

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:01:37 GMT

In this episode your friends, Dean and Simon, are joined by their friend Mike. The three gentlemen discuss a forthcoming sure-smash-hit film and a scary but probably useless beauty device before working their way through an article that lists the top 21 hentais of all time. They finish off with a look at a computer game from the 1990s in what is perhaps the most shambolic Random Wikipedia Article section to date. The listener may be surprised to learn that some alcohol was consumed during the recording of this episode.

Avatar : The Way of the Water (Official Trailer) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9MyW72ELq0&ab_channel=Avatar

Rejuvenique Electrical facemask video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXcYVh-W14E&t=87s&ab_channel=InfomercialHell

Article about the 21 most popular hentai - it’s on a website called otakuworld, it’s not safe for work so I won’t link to it but you can google it yourself if you want to

Wikipedia – Spider: The Video Game https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spider:_The_Video_Game

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Episode 19: "The phases of the moon"

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 00:01:55 GMT

In this episode, the boys discuss a long-forgotten Channel 5 gameshow and expensive wristwatches before finishing up with a slow-motion train-wreck of a Random Wikipedia Article section. Also in this episode, Dean finds out that he can do an impression of Vincent Price. The impression went down very well with Simon so expect to hear more from Vincent in future episodes.

Touch the Truck - http://www.ukgameshows.com/ukgs/Touch_the_Truck

The wristwatches - https://imgur.com/m4eDJwX

Wikipedia – O-Train (Korail) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/O-Train_(Korail)

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Episode 18: “Danger burgers”

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 00:02:01 GMT

In this episode Dean and Simon talk a load of lettuce as they revisit two of their favourite topics: vending machines and Japan. Simon then over-states the artistic value of a made-up train-announcement and the pair of them finish off by discussing a computer game neither them have played.

Lettuce vending machine - https://imgur.com/iv8j2H2

Article Dean found about the machine - https://www.impactlab.com/2012/11/26/chefs-farm-a-vending-machine-that-grows-20000-heads-of-lettuce-a-year-without-sunlight/

Martyn Your train manager for the 0535 Nottingham to London St Pancras - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7WIfdxg0MdU&ab_channel=hst43077

Wikipedia - BattleBlock Theatre https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BattleBlock_Theater

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Episode 17: "Licky beak"

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 00:01:02 GMT

In this episode Dean retroactively spoils Simon’s dinner by drawing him towards thinking about the media’s behaviour towards the Labour party circa 2016-19. Simon tries to rally by showing Dean a homemade Orville The Duck costume. Will the hosts find cheer by discussing a really old car in the Random Wikipedia Article segment?

Dean’s photos from when he visited #guardiancoffee - https://imgur.com/8hzl2q8 and https://imgur.com/tbAcMaP

Orville Costume - https://imgur.com/ZFf3LFf https://i.imgur.com/M8C2DwK.jpg and https://i.imgur.com/jcESxk7.jpg

Wikipedia – Elcar https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elcar

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Episode 16: “The functions of a shoe (with Suzi Gage)”

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 23:01:45 GMT

In this episode, author/podcaster/psychologist/epidemiologist Dr Suzi Gage (Say Why to Drugs) joins Dean and Simon for a lovely time. The three of them discuss cartoon dogs, spewing cat crockery, them things women choose to cover their feet with and the esteemed people of Croydon.

Paw Patrol UK voice acting - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQf0Oc6f5VQ&ab_channel=NickJr

Puking Kitty Gravy Boat - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Puking-Novelty-Animal-Lovers-Porcelain/dp/B07X2ZFLPV?th=1

Puking Kitty gravy boat video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-MpifXhazM&t=42s&ab_channel=TheSuperBOO

Ballet Shoes - https://www.newlook.com/uk/womens/footwear/shoes/rose-gold-shimmer-chiffon-bow-ballet-pumps/p/824392370

Wikipedia – South Croydon (Ward) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_Croydon_(ward)

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Episode 15: “Who goes honk?”

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 23:01:15 GMT

In this episode, Simon gives name to the (hopefully short-lived) second phase of the podcast before he and Dean tickle their tastebuds with some spicy ice-cream. Sated, they move on to discuss pig pillows and finish off with a focused discussion on telephony technology.

Wasabi flavour ice-cream - https://imgur.com/rU9GpTk

Pig Trotter Pillow - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/394129615455?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=ueupcokhtfg&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=lu4r0ycmrti&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Wikipedia - Time-Division Multiple Access https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Time-division_multiple_access

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Episode 14: “Point proved”

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 23:01:07 GMT

In this episode, Dean asks Simon for patience while he explains why he’s chosen his item for the week. He does not receive it. The pair of them then have a look at a short educational/fetish video created by a TV presenter and they finish up by straying off topic instead of discussing what the Random Wikipedia Article was about, as per usual.

Alton Towers live queue times - https://queue-times.com/parks/1/queue_times

Anthea Turner ‘How to put on a duvet’ - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ecaydP4NX3o&ab_channel=AntheaTurner

Wikipedia – Sven Erik Kristensen https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Svend_Erik_Kristensen

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Episode 13: “The very definition of a pirate”

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 23:01:44 GMT

In this episode, Dean describes the plot of the 143-year-old opera “The Pirates of Penzance” to Simon. So, spoiler warning for that. Then they take a look at Phil the Christ Child before embarking on a virtual journey to take in all the sights that Carpinone, Italy, has to offer.

Sighing softly to the river - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sf9jXlX6l0A

Statue of baby Jesus that looks like Phil Collins - https://nypost.com/2019/11/20/church-builds-huge-baby-jesus-statue-that-looks-like-phil-collins/

Wikipedia – Carpinone https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carpinone

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Episode 12: “Some sort of Beefy Vampire (with Trevor Williams)”

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 23:01:22 GMT

In this episode Dean and Simon are joined by comedian Trev Williams (@hamishboot on twitter). These silly men, sat in debilitating heat, have a lengthy late-night chat about predators, burgers, anuses, comic books and the Japanese. No-one kept an eye on the time so it’s a longer episode than usual. Don't get used to it though, I don't have the strength or patience to do that every week.

The Nelson’s Column Burger - https://metro.co.uk/2015/02/24/meet-the-nelsons-column-burger-a-foot-tall-10500-calorie-beast-which-costs-a-whopping-30-5077349/

Edible Chocolate Anuses - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PR33Y3U?tag=bfrebecca-20&ascsubtag=5540305%2C7%2C32%2Camp%2C0%2C0%2C%2C88993

Panel from “The Union” - https://imgur.com/O7clftr

Wikipedia – Tan Tan Tan! - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tan_Tan_T%C4%81n!

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Episode 11: “We are carrying a heavy burden daily”

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 23:01:00 GMT

In this episode, a call-in guest joins the chat to play a little game that Simon invented. Dean shows Simon some of his holiday snaps which feature his hideous replica and then Dean veers into sexy talk while discussing toothbrushes. Everything fizzles out in section three as your hosts try (fail) to think of something to say about a small town they’ve never been to.

A sign outside a barber shop in Turkey - https://imgur.com/UcxhD3n

A mannequin Dean saw in Turkey - https://imgur.com/dB5AAqA and https://imgur.com/CB90IbF

Lada Gaga Brush Buddies Singing Toothbrush - https://www.u-buy.co.uk/product/14SHPD3U-brush-buddies-lady-gaga-singing-toothbrush?msclkid=04b4e558e54a1b47b8f68642a8cebd3f&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=United%20Kingdom&utm_term=4582695750868371&utm_content=United%20Kingdom

Wikipedia – Caistor St Edmund https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caistor_St_Edmund

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Episode 10: “The Homepride Fight Club”

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 23:01:11 GMT

In this episode the Dean and Simon look further into Fred from Homepride and the sinister advertising campaign he fronted and then they undertake the one chip challenge. Will the hottest Dorito that £5.99 can buy be a heatless waste of money or will it absolutely ruin the pair of them? If they survive will Random Wikipedia finish them off?

Homepride advertising campaign ‘Fred About The House’ - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIlbkUaumgo

The one chip challenge – https://onechipchallenge.co.uk

A photo of the chip – https://imgur.com/IQpCEWW

Wikipedia – Coptotriche Africana https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coptotriche_africana

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Episode 9: “The usual morning cadaver”

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 23:01:51 GMT

In this episode Simon and Dean discuss horses and the treats they deserve, a look at a scent leads to a grizzly story and then the pair of them enter the realm of the essence of Thong. This episode also features two actual jokes and a noticeable improvement in audio quality from segment two onwards.

Bailey’s Horse Treats - https://www.baileyshorsefeeds.co.uk/products/tasty-treats

The photo of the bucket dean found - https://imgur.com/H4ApNld

‘Carrot stretches’ - https://www.google.com/search?q=%22carrot%22+stretches&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#kpvalbx=_QrLzYo32M8KlgAbxyZHIBw29

Funeral Home by the Library of Fragrance - https://www.thelibraryoffragrance.eu/funeral-home/

Wikipedia – Thong (Surname) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thong_(surname)

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Episode 8: “Daveification (with Dave Steele)”

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 23:01:00 GMT

In this episode we welcome our first guest, humourist and educator Dave Steele (Will Riker Sex Beard Podcast). Dean, Dave and Simon discuss the vending machines they’ve enjoyed working with in the past and the tattoos they’d have done if pressed on the matter. Simon lists off some of the top-flight cocktails he remembers drinking and then the gang listen to a slightly comical song.

The Video Game Soda Machine Project – https://vgsmproject.com

Batman, Shrek and Sonic tattoo - https://imgur.com/BEP3jmn

DeliQuescent Haggis Gin – www.masterofmalt.com/gin/deliquescent/deliquescent-haggis-gin/

Billy Bayou - Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billy_Bayou

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Episode 7: “Whatever the Italian is for squirrel”

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 23:01:29 GMT

In this episode two bald, flabby men in the early forties discuss the trousers that the young people are wearing nowadays, marvel at the tremendous public art on display in Hungary, and then smell their brains burning while discussing something to do with chemistry or something.

Extreme distressed jeans - First (cheaper) pair: https://www.emmiol.com/high-waist-expose-frayed-ripped-product239515.html

Extreme distressed jeans - Second (pricier) pair: https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/extreme-cut-out-jeans-seams_n_5ae8ce81e4b00f70f0eccf26

Columbo statue in Budapest (via Atlas Obscura) - https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/columbo-statue

Wikipedia: Trost Ligand https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trost_ligand

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Episode 6: “Nick Hancock bearing down on Jeffrey the Giraffe”

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 23:01:22 GMT

In this episode Dean and Simon witness a load of very famous people fail to cook food properly, ponder whether one of the 20th Century’s most widely read authors murdered one of the 20th Century's most celebrated musicians, and then explore the history of one of the 20th Century’s most loved creatures. They also continuously confuse Jimmy Wales with James Whale but they’ve since realised their error and are ashamed of themselves.

Morrisons’ Christmas advert 2007 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RyWBqoINakc

Tesco Christmas advert 2007 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJfJOkRFZbo

Sainsbury’s Christmas advert 2007 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iwf2cmrEF6U

M&S Christmas advert 2007 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=saNRnHHgS3Y

Morrisons Christmas Advert 2021 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L89G9H5U9YE

Steve Lightfoot’s website – lennonmurdertruth.com

Steve Lightfoot’s bus (images via Twitter): https://imgur.com/JnRICDl and https://imgur.com/NKkQLkr

Wikipedia: Dichomeris homaloxesta - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dichomeris_homaloxesta

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Episode 5: “Ye olde beany”

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 23:01:41 GMT

In this episode Dean tries to lay the blame for the state of this country on a series of unlikely targets, Simon relates detail of a truly excellent deal for all alco-hounds, and both of them wallow in ignorance like the big smooth pigs they are.

Captain Beany – https://captainbeany.com/

Ice Club - https://www.ice-club.co.uk/product-page/big-rocks or https://imgur.com/czyLj7Q

Wikipedia: Sam Houston State Bearkats football - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sam_Houston_State_Bearkats_football

K.C. Keeler - https://imgur.com/lyXSauU

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Episode 4: “The ethnology of the Sugababes”

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 23:01:52 GMT

In this episode you, the listener, will hear an interesting pitch for the next phase of super-hero movies, meet an important businessman, and then find yourself left slack jawed in wonder as the ‘Random Wikipedia Article’ conversation branches out like a glorious tree.

The Jeremy Renner App (via Nathan Rabin’s website) - https://www.nathanrabin.com/happy-place/2019/9/9/hawkeye-misses-the-target-case-file-141my-year-of-flops-ii-38-jeremy-renners-app

Man on bike, towing a bucket, carrying a black Labrador on his shoulders- https://imgur.com/ebp1LNW

Wikipedia: Zach Hadel - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zach_Hadel

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Episode 3: “Goose. Geese. Goise?”

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 23:01:10 GMT

In this episode Simon’s failure to comprehend Dean’s submission and the general shabbiness of his own offering leads him to spiral downwards to a dark place. Can the listener’s favourite section “Random Wikipedia Article” improve his mood? Have a listen and find out.

The Mangosteen Song - https://open.spotify.com/track/0VOrdK6TIeRqp5CMa37HUa?si=880e1cd956da441d

Full album ‘Romeo Eats Part 1’ - https://open.spotify.com/artist/5woC1o9bxzyhV7sXR5t5Nd?si=EWox3rb5QV2aOf-zBQUVvA

Goose measuring spoon – https://imgur.com/ZRAimNI

Wikipedia: Central African Republic at the 2017 World Aquatics Championships - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Central_African_Republic_at_the_2017_World_Aquatics_Championships

“Freddie, your Shreddies are ready!” advert - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6KxBpIOKKI

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Episode 2: “Technologically impossible and morally sickening”

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 23:01:34 GMT

Episode 2: “Technologically impossible and morally sickening”

In this episode Simon and Dean balk at the idea of self-awareness as they discuss the importance of releasing your art with a well-thought-out marketing strategy and then they take an in depth look at a disgusting ornament.

E=AM2: The Fourteenth Paradigm Shift - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07964W6N5/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1

Blue Dog Sniffing Ginger Boy’s Ringpiece (Ceramic) – https://imgur.com/yWp2akO

Wikipedia Article: Invader Zim (comics) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Invader_Zim_(comics)

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Episode 1: “Free range heads”

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 23:01:27 GMT

Episode 1: “Free range heads”

Welcome, friends, to Episode 1 of ‘Why does this thing exist? (podcast)’. It’s the podcast where neuroscientist and author, Dr Dean Burnett (names of books Dean wants to flog) and his oldest friend in the world, Simon Feeley (some guff on BBC radios 4 and Wales, years ago) present each other with things, things they find confusing and perplexing, and have a little chat about them.

In this episode Simon and Dean discuss a harrowing short film with a familiar soundtrack, conduct an experiment in taste and then lightly tiptoe around a topic they have very little knowledge of.

Tom and Jerry, My Immortal - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kRm6CFTDk8

Heinz Saucy Sauce - https://www.heinz.co.uk/sauces/mayonnaise/product/100185200020/saucy-sauce

Sauce Experiment - qOTqpXa.jpeg (3024×4032) (imgur.com)

Wikipedia Article: Korina Adamou - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Korina_Adamou

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Episode 0: "Teaser Trailer"

Sun, 10 Jul 2022 12:19:44 GMT

Podcasts are very common these days. There are literally dozens of them out there. But most podcasts tend to be about people talking about something they know and care a lot about, in an effort to share their wisdom with the listeners.

But what about a podcast that… doesn’t do that? That instead does the opposite? What about a podcast where those responsible actively and knowingly don’t understand the thing they’re talking about? What if that was the whole point?

And that’s what this is about. The brand-new podcast “Why does this thing exist? (podcast)”, where neuroscientist, science author, and all round ‘online person’ Dr Dean Burnett and his oldest friend, Simon Feeley, get together and present each other with something they’ve found, some bit of bizarre flotsam plucked from the churning tides of modern society, that they just don’t get, where they don’t comprehend the thinking behind bringing such a thing into existence.

They'll also be further exposing their ignorance to all concerned, by plunging into the depths of Wikipedia, the store of all mankind’s knowledge, by bringing up a completely random article each week and seeing what sense, if any, they can make of it.

So, if you were to see yet another podcast by two middle aged white guys and think to yourself “Why does this thing exist?”, they've got you covered.

Available every via all your usual podcast platforms and providers, there'll be a new episode released every Wednesday. You can follow the poscast on @WhyExistPod on twitter, @whydoesthisexistpodcast on Instagram, and anywhere else you can find them, if you want to get in touch.

The Why Does This Thing Exist? Podcast. Because rampant ignorance has never been so much fun.

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