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Father and Son Days
Join us as we begin our epic journey across the generations, listen as we dive into all of life's greatest mysteries and gasp in amazement as we solve the worlds ecological and economical problems.
Not really... We're just a Father and his son chatting rubbish about rubbish...... still might be worth joining us, you never know you might learn something you never knew you needed to know!!!
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Tundra is one of the toughest biomes on the planet... but also one of the youngest. Join us as we navigate the topic of the Tundra from Polar Bears to Lemmings. We talk about the Tundra in this weeks podcast. We also have a Lemming-themed quiz.
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We've come so far, but where do we go next? Intelligent legs? Additional fingers? Or just not breathing? Are we all evolved from the same source, or did some of us skip a stage? This week we talk about human evolution and more. We also have an evolution-themed quiz.
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They say that time flies when you are having fun. It turns out we may have had too much fun as we return from an unplanned break six months later. In this episode we look over 2023 and review all that has happened, plus a bit extra from the first few months of 2024... and after some confusion, some from 2022 as well. We also have a 2023 themed quiz.
Happy belated New Year!
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A place where you can see in the new year every 88 days! Described by the tourism board as "Geologically stale with no atmosphere - 2 stars!" From receiving the most exceptional suntan to losing your limbs to frostbite, you can do it all on Mercury. We talk about the planet Mercury and more on this week's podcast. We also have a space-themed quiz... loosely relating to Mercury.
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Have you ever wondered why fireworks explode in a spherical shape? Or, how do they get their colours? Have you checked for hedgehogs in your wood pile? Who thinks about the outcome when mixing fluids together and why cornflakes were invented? We talk about Chemistry, Bonfire night and much more in this week's podcast. We also have a chemistry-themed quiz.
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From deepest darkest Peru to the Artic wastelands. Bears come in many shapes, sizes and colours. What should you do when faced with a bear brown in colour? What do they really do in the woods? Is that the neighbour's dog licking my neck? Learn what to do when you are confronted by a bear. We talk about the predators, Bears, and much more in this week's podcast. We also have a Bear-themed true or false quiz.
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From the halls of Hogwarts to the rolling hills of the Shire. The fantasy genre stretches far and wide, incorporating a lot of magical ideas... But why is the idea of medieval fantasy so tied in when we hear the word 'Fantasy'? Join us as we journey through Fantasy and more more on this week's podcast. We have also written our own fantasy stories.
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How did a rabbit become a mouse? Was he named Walter because he was born in a paddling pool? From humble beginnings to world domination... or at least an area of California. Starting out as a part-time animator and voice actor, Walter E Disney went on to become a household name as the initial creative spark that went on to make up The Walt Disney Company. We discuss Walt Disney and much more in this weeks podcast. We also have a Walt Disney inspired quiz.
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Did you know deserts can be cold as well as hot? Do you know how a Sidewinder Snake moves and which direction it goes? Do you know if they still sell Knickerbocker Glory's in Beefeaters? We discuss Deserts (and sometimes desserts) and much more in this weeks podcast. We also have a Desert themed quiz.
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Do like snowboarding? Do you like snowboarding over broken glass? Do you like snowboarding over broken glass whilst being chased by sharks wearing GoPros? If the answer to these questions is "yes", then the chances are you're an adrenaline junkie. We talk about adrenaline, extreme sports and much more in this weeks podcast. We also have an extreme sports themed quiz.
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From Gorm the old to Gorm the slightly younger, Vikings have played a big part on history. Considered one of the flattest countries, Denmark may not be the best place to go mountaineering, but it's a great place to cycle. We talk about Denmark and much more in this weeks podcast. We also have a Denmark themed quiz.
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Have you ever wondered where you poo goes when you flush the toilet in a submarine? Have you ever wondered what a hydroplane is and what on Earth it does? Take a deep breath and join us as we embark on a journey into the world of underwater transportation and exploration. We discuss submersibles and much more on this weeks podcast. We also have a submersible themed quiz.
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Do you know your pectoral from your anal fins? Have you ever successfully hypnotized a Shark by flipping it on its back? Could you use Shark skin to smooth a piece of wood? We discuss one of the worlds top predators, the Shark, and much more (like whether on not Sharks have faces) in this weeks podcast. We also have a Shark themed quiz.
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Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Have you ever considered how many trains were featured in novels from the 1800s? From Chuzzlewit to Barnaby Rudge. From the Blacking Factory to hidden rooms, Charles Dickens was an interesting man. We talk about Charles Dickens and much more in this weeks podcast. We also have a Dickensian themed quiz.
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Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Ever arrived somewhere, but you can't remember how you got there? Have you ever lost time and only have a shaved head and sore bottom as clues as to what happened? Ever been dragged into a whirlpool when a Kraken accidentally pulled the plug out with its big toe? We talk about the Bermuda Triangle and more in this weeks podcast. We also have a lost things themed quiz.
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From the famous to the infamous. From working class heroes to back street villains.These people ruled the criminal underworld, striking fear into the hearts of hurdlers and murderers! We talk about Gangsters and more in this weeks podcast. We also have a Gangsters (and Pranksters) themed quiz.
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If you see somebody walking down the street with a red piece of string on their head whilst hiccuping, they are probably Mexican. From the smallest dog to the largest pyramid, this magical country hosts a remarkable history. The land of sombreros and tequila... Mexico! As the newly weds (Becky and Sam) prepare for their honeymoon to Mexico we thought we would prepare them with some hot tips and more in this weeks podcast. We also have Becky join us for a Mexico themed quiz.
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How smart can a robot truly be? Can we expect the robot uprising to happen and will my smart speaker plot my demise? What happens when you let an artificial intelligence write your podcast episode? We talk about artificial intelligence and much more in this weeks podcast. We let Chat GPT help plan the podcast and we also had it write a rap about how AI is better than humans... but it struggles writing jokes it appears.
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Again, we find ourselves asking the age old question, myth or real? Did an entire city sink beneath the sea? And if so, how did the toilets work? We discuss Atlantis as well as other lost cities in this weeks podcast. We also have a game which vaguely relates to lost things.
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He's the Patron Saint of England, and yet we forget to celebrate him each year. He thought a Dragon and gave his name to England's flag. Is their a truer Englishman? Oh wait... He's not even English! We talk about Saint George's day and much more on this weeks podcast. We also have a saint themed quiz.
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Historic events like this don't come around too often, so we thought we'd make a podcast on it whilst it was still relevant(ish). Is the King a small man, or is he of an average height? If you had a red squirrel as a pet, what would you name it? How do we know the King sleeps naked? We discuss the King's coronation and much (MUCH) more in this weeks podcast. We also have a King Charles themed quiz.
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Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Father's day has come around once again... but this time Dad has been promoted to a Granddad as well. What has been some of the greatest bits about being a Dad? How long into Conor's childhood was he still convinced that he was made from toilet paper tubes and sticky tape. We talk about Father's Day and much more on this weeks podcast. We also have a Father's Day themed quiz.
Happy Father's Day!
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A time to find out whether the residents of a country like yours or not. A celebration of 'Music' and diversity across Europe and beyond... but why is it always so weird? We discuss the Eurovision and more in this weeks podcast. We've have tracked down three interesting entries which never made it into Eurovision 2023 for some unexplainable reason. We also have a Eurovision themed quiz.
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With weddings comes many traditions, one of which being Stag/Hen do's (Bachelor/Bachelorette parties). These curious events see a group of men/women torture one of their friends before they go on to marry the love of their lives. With discussions around being tied to a lamppost with nothing to cover your modesty and being forced to wear your arch-rivals football shirt, we talk about Stags and much more on this weeks podcast. We also have a Stag themed quiz.
What happens on the stag... get's shared on the internet (within reason).
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For a long time humans have kept small fluffy creatures to help with their day to day lives. Hunting, rescuing people from burning building, show jumping at Crufts, etc. Dogs serve many purposes in society, but how on earth did we get from a viscous man-eating wolf to a small dog which resembles a popular German cuisine? We discuss dogs, their jobs and much more in this weeks podcast. We also have a dog themed quiz.
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We surprised ourselves and many others when we made it to episode 50 over a year ago... Can you imagine the disbelief we are in now as we finish and publish our 100th episode! We've talked about anything and everything from the Romans to Fizzy drinks. We've explored our minds as we discuss dreams and write stories as well as exploring local landmarks whilst being on the run. We discuss the last 99 episodes and more on this weeks podcast. We also have a quiz about the past 99 episodes.
If you have endured some or all of the past 99 episodes, you have our condolences. In all seriousness, thank you for listening and here is hoping we can do another 100 more.
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We eat so much of the stuff, but where does it even come from? This sweet velvety goodness is in a great abundance at this time of year, but would you be able to tell your Twirl from your Wispa? In the spirit of Easter, we talk about chocolate and much more on this weeks podcast. We also have a chocolate themed quiz and even a chocolate taste test with a special guest, Becky.
Happy Easter!
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Which of the Earth's rivers has the accolade of being the wettest? What pop icon lurks at the bottom of the river Thames? Which "exotic" animals rock up at your local river? We talk about rivers and much more (especially bridges, beavers and nightclubs) in this weeks podcast. We also have a quiz which is loosely based around rivers.
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Another year has passed and it's time to celebrate the wonderful women in our lives once again. It doesn't have to be your biological mum, but anyone who provides you support and guidance throughout your life. Young and old, these people deserve recognition on this day. We discuss Mum's, Mother's day and more in this weeks podcast. We also have an interview with Annie (Conor's Sister and David's Daughter) about her experience of being a first time Mum.
Happy Mother's Day!!
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As Saint Patrick's day draws close we decided it would be a perfect time to talk about Ireland and it's people. Having never been to Ireland this was quite a challenge, but we still managed to get an hours worth of content out of it. All this and then we discover that he wasn't even Irish. Nevertheless, we had a cracking time as we discussed Ireland and more in this weeks podcast. We also have an Ireland themed quiz at the end.
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A genius or just some bloke with a big ruff? Tormentor of students or a gift from the past? Love him or loathe him, we're still talking about him. We talk about the inventor of words and phrases, William Shakespeare, and mucheth more in this weeks podcast. We also have a Shakespeare themed quiz.
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Do you really start to forget things more as you age? Is getting old about comfort over style? Do you really start to forget things more as you age? Are random naps throughout the day acceptable? Do you really start to forget things more as you age? We talk about getting old and much more in this weeks podcast. Conor also highlights a number of ways in which David is showing his age.
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Do you drive an automatic or a real car? Do you have a gas guzzler or an electric dream machine? From three wheels to BatMobils, we talk about cars and much more in this weeks podcast. We also have a car themed quiz where Conor must also guess the car based on the sound of the horn and boot closing alone.
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Skyscrapers. Good to look at, but a pain in the **** if you are a window cleaner. Skyscrapers serve many purposes in modern society such as a mooring point for your blimp or a paradise for elevator/list enthusiasts. We talk about skyscrapers and much more in this weeks podcast. Dad has also put together a quiz about skyscrapers and other famous landmarks.
We also talk about Conor's charity event which he will be taking part in this September where he will be running up 42 flights of stairs in a London skyscraper (The Cheesegrater) before abseiling back down the side of it. You can find out more on this event, the charity Tommy's or where to donate by clicking the link in this description or by visiting our website fatherandsondays.com/charity
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The rain forest of the sea hosts a diverse array of wildlife from the Conga Eel to the Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa. The increase of captive bred corals and reef fish has been a life-line for this precious ecosystem, but what does Dad's role as a fish mid-wife have to do with it? We talk about the reef and more in this weeks podcast. We also have a reef themed quiz put together by Conor which Dad must complete.
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Tights are not just for putting on your legs, they also make the perfect soap holder when lost in the wilderness. Do you need to avoid unwanted guests? Why not put doll heads outside your front door! Who needs a bra when you have an old pair of underpants? We talk about life hacks and more in this weeks podcast. Dad also shares some of his own (questionable) life hacks.
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Should the Hanging Gardens of Babylon have ever been considered as a wonder of the world if they may not have even existed? Why can't our shed be considered be considered a wonder of the world. I think it's for some new wonders of the world. We discuss the Wonders of the World and more in this weeks podcast. We also think up some new things that should be considered.
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Saddle your camel and put on your bowler hat. We often have an idea of what we believe the wild west to be like due to how it is portrayed in popular culture, but how accurate is this? We discuss the wild west's expectations versus reality and more in this weeks podcast. We also have a wild west themed quiz.
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Have you ever been called up for Jury duty? When was the last time you were accused of a crime you didn't commit? Should groups of people who are taking up the whole pavement when walking who also fail to move to one side when somebody comes the other way be given a life sentence? We discuss crime, punishment and much more on this weeks podcast. We also discuss actions which we believe should be illegal and come with a hefty punishment.
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Another year of ups and downs. Another year David didn't fulfill his dreams of becoming a dancer. As we welcome the new year we look at the one gone by as we do a review of all that had happened in 2022.
Happy New Year!
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With Christmas time comes many traditions... but how easy is audience participation on a podcast? Apparently it's pretty hard. Dickens would be disturbed by what we have done this week as we talk about and perform 'A Christmas Carol' in the form of of a panto. We have a script, but only one of of us is following it!
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Do you like to entertain, but never know what to serve? Are your meals often too big and wish they came as a bite size portion? How much salt is too much salt on a crisp? We discuss cooking and more on this weeks podcast. In preparation for Christmas, we also made some questionable teatime snacks to enjoy in the evening which we try and rate.
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Just when you thought there were no more 'camping stories' to tell, we're back with more tales from under the stars. From climbing mountains to paddling in the deep end of our semi-aquatic tent, we have a lot more to discuss on camping and more in this weeks podcast. We also see the return of the camping stories quiz as previously heard in episode 10.
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I heard from my Cousins Mum's Dog's Nephew's Friend that the Father and Son Days podcast was actually recorded by two Badger's in suits. I also heard that Banksy is actually Bigfoot wearing a false Moustache. I heard a rumour that Father and Son Days were making up Urban Myths. We discuss urban myths and more in this weeks episode. We also have an urban myth quiz that gets rather confusing and leads to Conor getting unnecessarily angry.
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Are you the sort of person who sails the seven seas? Do you climb mountains and battle evil? When was the last time you wore a fedora? We talk about Adventure and more in this weeks podcast. We have also written adventure stories which we read to each other.
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It's been about two and a half months since the last podcast and we know many of you have been curious to know where on Earth we have been and what we've been doing. All is revealed in this weeks podcast as we talk about our time off and our return. On the subject of 'comebacks', we also have a comeback themed quiz.
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Do you spend your Sunday's wondering which of the many pleasure piers in the world is the longest? Have you questioned why we don't sound like the entire cast of TOWIE? How often do you think about the word Essex containing the word 'sex' and have a little giggle to yourself? We talk about this and more as we discuss Essex in this weeks podcast. We also have an Essex themed quiz.
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Who would win in a fight between Dr Pepper and Professor Peppy? How does Fanta compare in the US to the UK? How many different fizzy drinks can a person consume without being sick? We talk about Fizzy drinks and more in this weeks podcast. We challenge ourselves to try many different drinks and categorize them based on our preferences.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
What is bigger between a Giant Otter and a Brazilian Tapir? How fast can a Sloth really go? How much of the rain forest is yet to be explored? We talk about the Amazon (not the company) and more on this weeks podcast. We also have an Amazon themed quiz.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Do you know your Billabong's from your slip on thongs? What is really the deadliest animal in Australia? Why is the capital city named after a woman's cleavage? We talk about Australia and more in this weeks podcast. We also have a Australian themed quiz and have a go playing a Didgeridoo.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a mountaineer? Do you ever wonder what happens to all the poo at the top of Everest? What on Earth do the spiders eat half way up a mountain with no other wildlife? We talk about Mount Everest and more in this weeks podcast. We also have a Mount Everest themed quiz where David challenges Conor to climb a cardboard mountain by answering some rather interesting questions.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
What would you do if a Volcano suddenly erupted? How would approach the task of defecating on lava? Did someone really write "I made bread" on a wall in Pompeii? We talk about Natural disasters and more in this weeks podcast. We also have a Pompeii themed quiz.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Did all pirates really speak with a west country accent? What was the insurance payout like for losing a limb aboard a pirate ship? How does a game of Jenga work aboard a pirate ship? We discuss things like this and more as we talk about Pirates on this weeks podcast. We also have a go at writing our own Sea Shanty's and have a pirate themed quiz.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Do you know your Stegosauruses from your Iguanadons? Which dinosaur could help you change your lightbulb? Would you like your shopping packed by an Allosaurus? We discuss this and more as we talk about Dinosaurs in this weeks podcast. We also make suggestions of how these extinct beasts could benefit today's society.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
They say "lightning doesn't strike twice", we say "you should never wash your rice". Why is it so windy and what's that big swirly thing above me? How does a helicopter turn on the strobe lighting in the sky? What has Aristotle got to do with the weather? We talk about this and more as we discuss extreme weather in this weeks podcast. We also have a weather themed quiz.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Japan. The birthplace of many inventions and innovations. One of the video game capitals of the world... They also eat raw fish, so they can't have everything. We talk about Japan in this weeks podcast and also demonstrate our severe lack of knowledge on the country made up of thousands of islands. We also have a Japan themed quiz.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Do you know your "neeps and tatties" from your "stovies"? What flavour is Irn Bru even supposed to be because it's definitely not orange? Is a deep fried Mars bar a true creation or a myth? We discuss this and more as we talk about Edinburgh in this weeks podcast. We also have an Edinburgh themed quiz.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Can you imagine being in the same job for 70 years? How many verses of the British national anthem do you know? What would you name your first Corgi? We talk about Queen Elizabeth II, her reign and more in the weeks podcast. We also play a Queen Elizabeth themed quiz.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Have you ever encountered a large ape-like man whilst walking your dog? Have you bumped into a three-humped sea-monster whilst taking a dip? Was that a dog-man on your walk home from the pub, or a hairy bloke doing push-ups in the bushes? Much like cryptocurrency, not everyone believes in these. We discuss Cryptozoology and more in this weeks podcast. We also play a game where we must decipher if certain animals are 'crypto' or 'not-so'.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Why did certain animals disappear from existence? Should other animals have disappeared from existence instead? Be cautious when startling a Panda in the first 45 minutes of it's life! We talk about extinction and more in this weeks podcast. We also choose two animals we would like to bring back from extinction each as well as two we would prefer to go extinct.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
What happens when you combine a childhood love of hide and seek with a recent interest in TV shows such as 'Hunted'? Apparently this is what happens. This weeks podcast is a special one as it sees us take to outdoors accompanied by some guests where Dad goes 'on the run' along with his fellow team mate Becky, whilst Conor and his teammate Sam must hunt them down. This podcast also features some visual aspects so this entire episode is available on YouTube by following the provided link. Alternatively, we have all the clips from the day available on YouTube minus the Podcast aspects so you can listen now and watch later without having to repeat everything.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Have you ever wondered how a plane get's off the ground and why helicopters don't just spin in circles? Have you ever pondered the high level of physics required for a flying squirrel to glide? Do you sometimes wish you could fly in a convertible plane with the roof off? We discuss all this and much more in this weeks podcast. We also brainstorm weird and wonderful ideas to improve long-haul commercial flight.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
You know your fairy tales, but do you know the gruesome truth behind them? Are you prepared to give up your first born for a bowl of salad? Stories where blinded by love takes on a whole new meaning. We talk about fairy tales and where the original story differs from the ones we know and love in this weeks podcast. We also have a go at writing some of our own fairy tales.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Do you know your Kings from your Queens? How many of your six wives have you beheaded? How do you make Shakespeare even more Shakespeare? We discuss the Tudor's and much more in this weeks podcasts. We also play a game where we must separate the Shakespeare quotes from the Fake-speare quotes.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
How many Cadbury's Creme Eggs could you fit in your mouth? Have you ever seen a cigarette tree? Where do eggs really come from? We discuss things like these and more as we talk about about Easter in this weeks podcast. We also have a quiz about various egg-headed public figures.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Do you ever wish you had a wizard guiding you? Did you get your sword from a half submerged woman or from a suspicious looking rock? Does your wife spend a strange amount of time with your best mate Lancelot? We talk about King Arthur and more in this weeks podcast. We also have a King themed quiz.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Do you know your Greek Gods? Do you know your flying horses from your snake-haired women? Do you go to Argos for you melons? We talk about Greek mythology and more on this weeks podcast. We also have a mythology themed quiz we play at the end.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
They give us life and support us through our childhood all the way into our adulthood... They even stand by us when we were in our weird goth stage in the 80's. We talk about Mum's and Mother's day in this weeks episode of our podcast. We discuss more about our recent loss in the family and how that has impacted us. We also play a Mother's day themed quiz.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
If you robbed from the rich, would you give to the poor? Do you look good in tights? Which is your preferred Pot Noodle flavour? We discuss this and more in this weeks podcast as we tell the tale of Robin Hood through audio-based (and poorly performed) theatre. We also have a quiz about the various legends from across the history of the United Kingdom.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Have you ever worn a willy necklace to ward off evil spirits? Have you ever forced a cake down a tube to feed a dead relative? Have you witnessed the death of a 25 year old man at the hands of a Giraffe? If you can relate to these then you may just be a Roman! We talk about the ancient Romans and more in this weeks podcast. We also have an ancient Roman themed quiz.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Are you still trying to find love or is it already on your doorstep and you just haven't noticed? Do you know what not to say on a first date? Do you know to best attract a mate if you are a Hippopotamus? We talk about all this and more as we discuss Valentine's day in this weeks podcast. We also play a Valentine's day quiz.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Do you follow all the laws of the city regardless of how strange they are? Do you know your Dicky Dirts from your Dinky Doos? Have you got enough fingers on your hands to count the plagues that have hit the city? We talk about this and more as we discuss London on this weeks podcast. We also have a London themed quiz to play.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Have you ever wondered how long it takes to build a Pyramid? Do you live in fear of the Pharaoh's curse? Was there a Mummy on the Titanic? We discuss this and more as we talk about Ancient Egypt in this weeks podcast. We also play an Ancient Egypt themed quiz.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Have you ever fancied yourself as a secret agent? Are you good under pressure? Are you never shaken and rarely stirred? We talk about espionage and much more in this weeks podcast. We also have written our own short spy stories which we read to one another.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
It's a long hard day at work and you are ready to call it for the night and go to bed to rest... But are you truly resting when your imagination is running wild? Flying, falling or forgetting your clothes. So much can happen when you are dreaming. Dreaming takes us on a journey through our unconscious mind which we discuss on this weeks podcast. We also share dreams we have had this week after writing a dream diary.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Who would have thought we'd make it this far? Certainly not us! We've spoken about utter nonsense for 49 episodes... and there is no change in that for the 50th. We've talked about a manner of things from how to avoid being punched in the face by Bigfoot, to how to tell the difference between a hurdler and a murderer based on name alone. In this episode we look back on the first 49 episodes and pick out some of our favourite parts. Don't worry, it's not a 'best of' though! We also have a quiz to see how well we remember our podcast.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
2021 was an interesting year. Do you back on it fondly? Or is it a year to forget? From blocked up canals to caterpillar chaos, we look back on the year 2021 both in a global sense as well as for us personally in this weeks podcast. We also have a 2021 themed quiz.
Happy New Year!
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Are you a "Yule tide whooper" or a "Party pooper"? Are you fuel of festive cheer or rather they cancelled this time of year? We both love Christmas and talk all about it in this weeks episode. We also have a Christmas themed quiz. Some exciting news is shared at the end of the podcast and Dad also wanted me to add that he got new pants for Christmas. Merry Christmas and happy holidays!
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
LEGO is a great creative tool which can bring so much joy to children and adults alike, but there is no greater pain than standing on a brick. Dolls are another fantastic creation allowing children to develop emotionally and mentally, but there is nothing more disturbing than one looking at you from the corner of a very dark room. We talk about Toys in this weeks podcast. We also play a game where we must identify the the toy/game by a very honest description put together by Dad.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Have you ever worn a dress made of meat? Have you ever got fidgety and spun a strange shaped object on your finger? Do you have strong political opinion on the Cronut? If any of these apply to you, chances are you lived through the 2010's. We discuss the decade of the 2010's and more in this weeks podcast. We also have a quiz based around the decade... though the questions may not be accurate.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Do you feel like you whole life is choreographed? Do you feel like you are being constantly watched? Do you think your life would making an interesting television show? We discuss questions like this and much more in this weeks 'The Truman Show' inspired podcast. Conor also plays a game where he must determine if peculiar stories actually happened to Dad or whether he has just made them up.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Are you in control of your own destiny? Do you gaze at the stars looking for answers? Do you share your star sign with Genghis Khan or Ross Geller? We discuss questions like these and much more in this weeks podcast. Dad has also had a look into Conor's Horoscope which he shares to judge how accurate it has been.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Were you concerned Big Brother was watching you? Are you a celebrity who needs to get out of 'ere? Were you dying for a Wii? If any of these appeal to you then you were probably living through the Noughties! We discuss the decade of the 2000's and more in this weeks podcast. Dad has also put together a quiz of key moments of the decade.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Do you look back on your school days fondly? Are you missing lumpy mash and rice pudding? Do you know your Dickens from your Dr. Seuss? We discuss things like this and more in this weeks episode of our Podcast. Dad has also put together an 'exam' which Conor must complete to determine which school he has been accepted in to.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Do you sometimes wonder if history has lied to you? Do you yearn to learn what the colourful loud things in the sky are and why we set them off every year around the fifth of November? Have you ever wondered not only how James the first survived the plot to kill him, but also how other members of royalty met their unlikely ends? We discuss this and more in this weeks podcast. Dad has put together a quiz for Conor where he must also work out how different members of royalty died.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
What is a Vampire and how can you identify it? Are there any vampires in these modern days or are they just history? What would you do to fight off a Vampire that has appeared in your bathroom whilst you are on the toilet? We discuss questions like these in this weeks spooky podcast all about Vampires (and a little on Halloween). We also have an exclusive chat with the real life Vampire, Brad the Inhaler, in this weeks episode and he puts a Halloween themed quiz to Conor.
Happy Halloween!
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Are you good in a crisis? Do you thrive in adversity? If you do, then you may not need any of the hints on how to survive an apocalypse provided in this weeks podcast... Although, I'm not sure you should ever take anything we provide in our podcasts as life advise. We discuss different Apocalypses and play a game to determine how best to survive in this weeks episode.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Have you ever wondered how long it would take to fill a bath with your wee? Do you know your Anatomical Snuffbox from your Glabella? Have you ever considered how you are made up of lots of little organisms controlling once big organism like a huge meat puppet? We discuss questions like this and numerous other things around the human body in this weeks podcast. We also play a game where we must identify obscure areas of the body and where they are positioned.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
What do you intend to do before you inevitably "kick the bucket"? Skydive in an exotic location? Deep dive along the Great Barrier Reef? Do a handstand whilst intoxicated? Or even get bitten (not eaten) by a shark? It sounds like you may have yourself a bucket list. We talk about bucket lists and some of the items we have on ours in this episode. Dad also puts together a game where Conor must wear a bucket on his head whilst he is asked questions... loosely based around lists.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Have you ever eaten out of a toilet? Have you ever married a tree? Where would you conceal seafood to try and keep it hidden during a wedding? We discuss real (and some made up) wedding traditions like these and much more in this weeks podcast. We have also prepared a game where Dad must put his 24 year long marriage to the test and and answer some 'Father and his Mrs' questions.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Have you ever thought about which planet would make the best holiday destination? What factor sun cream you would need? Or whether you would need a coat? We discuss things like this and more in this weeks podcast. Dad has also prepared a quiz on our solar system and it's contents. We also try to determine whether some astronauts are real or just made up by Dad.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Do you remember what you did last Sunday? Do you know what you are going to be doing next Sunday? We do (when we plan our recordings at least). If you owned a time machine, where would you go? When would you go? And, who would you want to see? We talk about time travel and more in this weeks podcast. We also have some new messages from our website to read.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
How did we get in to running? What does running do for us? Is running just for the elite or can everybody do it? How many Mo Farah's are there? We discuss these questions and many more in this weeks podcast. Dad has also put together a game where Conor must separate the Hurdlers from the Murderers... I know what your thinking, we did it because it rhymes!
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Having watched the summer Olympic and Paralympic games of 2020 (or 2021 as it turned out), we use our vague knowledge of the subject to discuss this event, it's history of strange sports which have since been removed and what we think could improve it. We marvel over Team GB's Jonnie Peacock, Mo Farah, the Kenny's, Ellie Simmons, Ellie Robinson and many more in this weeks podcast. We also play a game where we must come up with and pitch new sports to bring to future Olympic and Paralympic games.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
What's that floating in the Loch? Could it be a log? An aquatic animal? A big bloke sunbathing on a lilo? Or is it the legendary Loch Ness Monster? We discuss the existence and plausibility of the world famous Nessie plus more in this weeks podcast. We also play a game where we discuss different conspiracy theories that exist, but some have been made up by Dad.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Twenty three years ago today (22nd of August 2021) a man was born in a hospital in Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom. To celebrate the anniversary of this day we discuss the decade he was born in... We now had colour and McDonald's. Rave culture and Brit-pop had taken off. Dinosaurs had risen again (in film). But Conor doesn't remember any of that! We talk about these things and more in this weeks podcast. We play a game where Conor must identify what Dinosaur's names actually mean. We also celebrate Conor's Birthday!!
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Are you constantly apologising even when you have done nothing wrong? Can you do a complete U-turn when walking somewhere without firstly looking at your phone as to not seem strange? How many ways of cooking a potato can you name? We ponder these questions and many more as we decipher what it is to be British... or at least a faint grasp. We also play a game where Conor must translate a saying and try to work out where exactly in the UK (or the Republic of Ireland) they originate.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
How fast can you do a Rubik's cube? What music made the 80's? Can you make Pixie Boots out of a pair of Kung-Fu Slippers and some long black socks? We talk about this and more in this weeks episode of our podcast. Conor is also challenged to complete a Rubik's cube whilst identifying films based on a single quote.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
When did television overtake cinema? Why do I spend half my life binge-watching? How has love island survived more than one season? These kind of questions and more are discussed in this weeks podcast. We also have a go at coming up with the next hit television shows and pitching them to each other.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
What does music make you think of? People? Places? Moments? How does it make you feel? What happens when a song is written based on a magazine article? These questions and more and discussed in this weeks podcast. We also have a go at writing our own songs based on an article from a magazine given to us by the other person.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Was the seventies the worst decade for fashion? Is the best bicycle ever invented a Chopper? Why are my socks so tube like and uncomfortable? We discuss all this and more in this weeks episode of our podcast. We also play a game in which Conor must decipher which bands/songs were really from the seventies and which were from his Father's imagination.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
What is Sci-Fi? When did it become so mainstream? Why is this genre so popular? And how can we jump on this band wagon and milk the teat of the science fiction cow for our own success? We discuss these kind of questions and more in this weeks episode of our podcast. We even have some of our own ideas which we discuss with one another for future Sci-Fi films and TV shows.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
How many states are there? Who made the liberty bell? How much pizza can one nation eat? We ask ourselves these questions as well as much more in this weeks episode of our podcast. We even play a plate based guessing game to identify the states and highlight how much we don't know about this great nation. Also, happy independence day to all the Americans!
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Fifty three years ago today (27th of June 2021) a man was born in a house in Basildon, United Kingdom. To celebrate the anniversary of this day we discuss the decade he was born in... Well, we start by doing that, but we may have drifted a little into every other decade as well! Was colour invented then? Did McDonald's exist? How do I stop my dog getting flies in his eyes when he is suspended from the side of my car on a type of hammock? We discuss the kind of questions and more in this weeks episode. We also play a game where we try to identify if an invention was created before or after Dad's birth. Happy Birthday Dad!
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
What's the best thing about being a Dad? What was it that surprised you? Who is your favourite child and why? These are just some of the important questions asked in this week's podcast with some very special guests asking some of them. There is also a little gift-giving as it's a Father's day special!
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
The pen is mightier than the sword... Or in this case, the novelty sized pencil! What about murder draws people in? Why is there such a morbid interest with it all and why is it so fun to work out who did it? We talk about this as well as complete our own murder mystery in this weeks episode of our podcast.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Why do we have pets and why do they make us feels so good? This and more is asked... and somewhat answered in this week's episode of our podcast! We also have exclusive interviews with our pets which leads to some interesting interactions.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
This weeks see's both Father and Son bearing their souls as we discuss our fears and phobias. Rational? Irrational? Or just plain stupid? You can be the judge of that as we discuss this as well as other common fears. We also play a game where we have to decipher the object and the fear it represents by feel alone. All this and more in this weeks podcast.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Why is the ocean salty? What makes it blue? How far down can you go before you explode? We take a deep dive into the big blue in this podcast. We talk about the ocean and it's contents in this weeks podcast. We also play a game where we have to identify the real marine creature.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Have you ever started a board game with family or close friends? If you have and are anything like us within half an hour two people would have walked out whilst two others are trying to insert pieces up each others nostrils. We talk about games and board games in this weeks episode of our podcast. Dad has even created his own 'Father and Son Days' board game which we play at the end.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Ever been to the theatre to see a show you knew nothing about only to still be clueless a week later? That will be you if you listen to this podcast. We talk musicals in this weeks podcast and even try our hand at writing our own... We can't apologise enough!
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Ever started a game and then realised three days have passed, you're dehydrated and your Cat that you haven't fed is nibbling at your leg? That's what video games have done to us and that's probably what may have happened to you as well. We talk about video games, the good side and the bad, on this weeks podcast. We even put forward our own ideas for games.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Can a rabbit's foot bring you luck? Certainly not for the rabbit! How can a hat win you a football game? There are many superstitions in the world and we will try our hand at discussing and answering some of these. All this and more in this weeks podcast.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Holiday camps can lead to some of the best and the worst holidays. What really makes them so great? What are some of our stories from these places? Who are the best tribute acts ever to come out of them? Who are the best tribute acts to never exist? We discuss this and a lot more on this weeks podcast.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
You've been asked to go to space and have been told you can take some books. We talk you through some books we would take and have even have written some stories of our own. In space, nobody can hear you read!
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to sleep under the stars? Have you ever been wetter than a mermaids thingy? We have, and we share our experiences in this podcast all about camping.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Have you ever been shipwrecked and really bored because you've only got a DVD player and a TV, but no ball to make friends with? We thought so! We talk you through some films you need to survive on deserted island and ones to avoid. We may even act out some of them. All of this and more in this weeks podcast.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Did the statue of liberty really disappear? Can you really get rich by performing a spell? From Harry Potter to Harry Houdini, we cover them all in this episode of our podcast.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
What makes a good superhero? In this episode we discuss the impressive and the not so impressive superpowers. We explore some of comics most obscure heroes. We also "unintentionally" exchange insults as we choose each others powers. All of this and more in this weeks podcast!
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
Do aliens actually exist? Do they walk among us? Is my dog an alien? How do I know I've been anally probed? If you have ever asked yourself any of these questions you should listen to this podcast... Also, you should seek help as a matter of urgency!
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
This episode we discuss the legend of Bigfoot. Is it real? What is it's favourite chocolate treat? What to do if encounter this beast? How big is Tom Cruise's foot? All the important questions are asked in this podcast and we give our answers... Whether you want to take our answers seriously is up to you!
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
In this episode we discuss the benefits of Zoos and Aquariums while being in awe of Earths mightiest creatures... We also maturely discuss what would happen if battles between some of these magnificent animals were ever to occur!
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
What does space smell like? How many rings are around Uranus? What's that golden object hurtling towards me? All these questions and more are "answered" in this podcast!
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
On this, our second episode of Father and Son Days, we are having a discussion on Ghosts. Are they real? Or are they just a human want for there to be more life after death? We share our spooky experiences with Ghostly phenomena and discuss what the real reality of those experiences were. Listen as we discuss that and more on this podcast.
Father and Son duo chewing the fat on some of life's more obscure subjects.
On this episode we are having a discussion on theme parks. What do we love about them? What makes a great ride? What do we consider our favourite and least favourite rides? Listen as we discuss that and more on this podcast.