CHRISTMAS: DAY 5 - CRACKERS FACTORALY podcast

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It sounds weird. You see a goat dancing having eaten something, and you decide to give it a try. Yet this is the apocryphal story of the origin of coffee. Today it's a massive industry and addicts are rarely seen without a cup - even when walking to work! Today is all about the bean. As always, click on the pics to take a sip of lots more about this brilliant beverage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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E86 KANGAROOS 37:04

13 days ago37:04

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Kangaroos are weird. They move differently, give birth differently, and they even communicate differently. They're absolutely fascinating. And this episode is different, too. It's a three-hander where we're chatting with our friend on the spot, Gregory Dwyer, all about these extraordinary Australian animals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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E85 CHEFS 30:29

20 days ago30:29

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There are cooks, and there are chefs. This one is about the latter. Those who train under greatness and go on to achieve greatness themselves - even if, at the end of the day, it's only a plate of food. From the first celebrity chef to the buttons on the overalls, this one is for the foodies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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E84 BEDS 30:25

27 days ago30:25

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Bruce has a sheet. Simon tucks in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E83 TRAINS 36:54

5 weeks ago36:54

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Do you like trains? We do. They are to travel what podcasts are to entertainment. You can do lots of other things whilst enjoying getting from A to B. Or in the case of this episode, from Stockton to Beijing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E82 BERRIES 26:07

6 weeks ago26:07

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Think you know what a berry is? Think again. So many things that we think of as berries aren't technically berries. Find out what is and isn't a berry in this berry episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E81 SKIING 35:16

7 weeks ago35:16

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There's nothing quite like the exhilaration of downhill skiing. The cold, clear mountain air is invigorating, and although skiing has been around since the Stone Age, the downhill version has only been around for a century or so. Dive into the mogul hills of facts in this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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E80 ROADS 33:33

8 weeks ago33:33

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Getting from A to B requires a route, and if many people take the same route, that eventually becomes a road. Roads are integral to modern life, and this episode explains what they are and why they're brilliant - especially if, like Bruce, you enjoy driving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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E79 SOUP 30:42

9 weeks ago30:42

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Soup is one of the easiest things to make from scratch; it's even easier in a can, or you can just add boiling water to a packet! This episode looks at various varieties of soups, where they came from and how they got into space! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E78 ELECTRICITY 30:33

10 weeks ago30:33

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These days, we can't imagine a world without electricity, but it hasn't been that long since we tamed this mighty beast. It's always been around in the form of lightning and static, but what are its origins, and where have we taken it? As always, click on the pics for extra amp-le facts (see what we did there?) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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E77 BEARDS 37:57

11 weeks ago37:57

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Be ards have been around forever. Protecting, attracting, warming, styling, everything you can do with a man's face is in the hair. This episode explains the quirks and foibles of beards and aims to demystify them for the 50% of listeners who can't grow one! As always, click on the pics to delve deeper. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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E76 HOLES 33:42

12 weeks ago33:42

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Holes are a part of our lives. Our bodies are full of them, as is the universe around us. This episode explores some of the lesser-known aspects of holes. If you want to go down a hole of your own, click on the pics for a whole lot more hole fac Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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E75 PRISONS 30:15

13 weeks ago30:15

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Prison isn't fun. but we thought it worthy of a Factoraly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E74 BUSES 33:25

14 weeks ago33:25

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The bus was first invented as a service to transport a few people from Nantes to a Spa/Mill. Now 604 million people all over the world take the bus. What's the story behind this successful form of public transport? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E73 HORNS 31:12

15 weeks ago31:12

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The horn is synonymous with celebration. Whether it's for sounding the appearance of brave Vikings or drinking a toast to their return, horns get everywhere. From Egyptian gods to Toad of Toad Hall, the horn is a symbol of knowledge and reckless speed! Dive into this horn of plenty - it gets pretty noisy, though. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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E72 TROUSERS 34:36

16 weeks ago34:36

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From ancient origins to modern styles, from practical purpose to cultural significance, trousers offer a fascinating lens through which to view history, social change, and even language itself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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E71 - SPECTACLES 34:12

17 weeks ago34:12

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This episode explores the history of eyeglasses, from their 13th-century Italian origins to the modern-day dominance of Luxottica. We detail the evolution of lens technology, examining both the science behind vision correction and the social impact of increased screen usage. It also highlights the cultural significance of spectacles through iconic wearers and quirky innovations, while discussing the business side of the industry and its potential monopolies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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E70 CARPET 28:21

18 weeks ago28:21

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Carpets and rugs have been around for some time. From floors covered with rushes to modern deep-pile luxury, we've always enjoyed walking on something soft and lush. As always, clic on the pics for more information and fun facts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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CHRISTMAS: DAY 12 - MUSIC 8:48

19 weeks ago8:48

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CHRISTMAS: DAY 11 - FILMS 8:31

19 weeks ago8:31

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CHRISTMAS: DAY 10 - DECORATIONS 7:26

19 weeks ago7:26

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CHRISTMAS: DAY 9 - THE NATIVITY 8:15

19 weeks ago8:15

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NEW YEAR'S 29:54

19 weeks ago29:54