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Bruce tunes in. Simon turns on. Radio waves exist naturally in the universe, but harnessing them has led you, well, here. Because without radio waves, there would be no internet. And no radio to speak of, as we do in this episode. As always, click on the pics to explore the airwaves - and where there's more than one source, click on the captions, too. Bruce's Old Radiogram To hear Bruce's anecdote on Radio Luxembourg, check out our very first episode on cucumber. Things That

Simon is the top hat. Bruce is the racing car. Board Games have been around since the Neanderthals, and one of the most modern board games is named after them (see below). Today, they are an excellent way for friends and family to get together and challenge each other. In this episode, we learn how to play various games, where they originated, and where they're headed. As always, click on the pics to gamify your browser. Royal Game of Ur Chess Draughts Monopoly Lizzie Magie M

Simon syncs his. Bruce sets his Watches tell more than time. They tell a story. And this week's Factoraly is their story... As always click on the pics to pass the time pleasantly The Casio F91W Casablanca What Watch. The Pendant Watch The Invention of the Wristwatch The Harrison Watch in Only Fools and Horses The Pocket Watch An Albert Chain 1810 Queen Caroline of Naples Watch 1858 The Countess of Hungary's Watch The Dalai Lama Working on his Patek Philipe The Pocket Sundial

Simon is on tap, Bruce bottles it. Beer is a water of life - sometimes literally. It's been drunk for thousands of years and is useful, especially when the water isn't particularly potable. This episode is ideal for people wearing beer goggles. If you'd like to look at what we're seeing, click on the pics below. Soupy Beer Bread https://www.beerandbrewing.com/dictionary/UqfrcsPoAI St Bridgit https://www.irishpost.com/news/the-story-st-brigid-bathwater-beer-178498 Hops Making

Bruce leaps tall buildings. Simon is bitten by a radioactive microphone. This time, we'll be discussing those extraordinary fictional characters whom young people love to read about. From their comic book origins to their universal appeal, we investigate just what makes a superhero. As always, click on the pics to visit your friendly, neighbourhood rabbit hole. The Shadow Intro Gladiator The e-book: https://www.gutenberg.org/files/42914/42914-h/42914-h.htm Action Comics and

Bruce is feeling saucy. Simon is al dente. Pasta is delicious — especially when it's served with a tasty sauce. But where does it come from? (Italy, obviously). And what types of pasta are there? (over 600). And what goes with which? This episode plunges into boiling water and comes up with some superb morcels. As always, click on the pics to go deeper into the bowl. Villa di Geggiano The Pasta Fork Dan Pashman's Cascatelli Dolce and Gabana Pasta Earlings Pesto Genovese in Fl

Bruce Simon brings down a gazelle. Bruce is full of pride. Lions. The kings of the Jungle and the Savannah. Lions have been symbols of strength and power since time immemorial. This episode goes deep into the Lions' den and pulls out the thorns of truth and facts that will surprise and delight you. As always, click on the pics to go deeper into the mane event. Types of lion How Many Lions Are There? Lions Roaring Lions Hunting The Star Sign Bruce Walking with Lions Lion Tam

Simon is sitting comfortably. Bruce is on his situpon There are so many different sorts of chairs. We use them every day, but how much do...

Simon's arm goes live. Bruce gets his wires crossed. Oldest Puppets Early BBC TV Puppets https://blog.scienceandmediamuseum.org.uk/puppet...

Bruce goes totally bats. Simon wishes he could fly way up to the sky... But he's not a bat. Bats are really incredible. They're mammals...

Simon is a Dino. Bruce is just Saur Dinosaurs were around SO much longer than we have been. In this episode, we look into their timeline,...

Simon is cerebral. Bruce is boxing his brain. Where would we be without our brains? The fact that we don't know the answer is because our...

Simon is Lodged. Bruce is Dammed Industrious little things, beavers. And great for the environment. In this episode, we look into beaver...

Bruce is Goofy. Simon Shoves it Skateboards started out as something for skateboarders to do when the surf wasn't up. Today it's an Olympic sport! Follow the story of these noisy, clattery, dangerous bits of wood, fibreglass and silicone on wheels this time. As always, click on the pcs to go down a rail... The History of Skateboarding Skateboarding Shoes Longboarding Downhill Longboard Dancing Surf City Tucson The Rom Skate Tricks Ollies The Undercroft in London The Skateboa

Bruce is shushed. Simon is well overdue. Libraries are good things. Not needed as much these days, what with the internet? Well, it...

Bruce is a ton-up boy. Simon hits a century Welcome to our 100th episode! Here's a ton of ideas about 100 that won't cost you a cent. As always, click on the pics for lots more information. Centurians Extra: The Byzantine Empire Century Club The 100 Club Centuries AD vs BC Finnemore Fahrenheit 100 Years War The Nicknames of French Kings !00 years birthday telegram/letters 100 Aker Wood Hundreds and Hides 100ft Cadillac Adding 100 numbers together

This one includes snippets from Cucumbers; Typography; Vikings; Curry; Pipes; Bells; Shoes; Bottles; Jelly; Nuts; Spectacles; Camels; Cereal; and Chefs.

Simon goes to the highest height. Bruce sends it soaring. Kites have been around for a while. Mostly for pleasure, but also with many...

Bruce suffers with wind. Simon breezes through. Wind is all around us and one of the most powerful forces on Earth. It has a massive...