No Such Thing As A Fish 593: No Such Thing As A Barney The Dinosaur In Westminster Abbey
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Jul 24, 2025 Dive into absurd tales surrounding the life of poet Dylan Thomas, including a quirky story about his coffin being used for poker. Discover Canada's impressive lakes and the myths tied to them, alongside a humorous take on sunflower seed bans in football stadiums. The hosts also explore vibrant tailgating cultures and surprising whiskey consumption trends in different countries, while pondering historical and cultural significance behind culinary practices. Expect laughter inspired by the most outrageous solutions to a past urine crisis in high-rise lifts!
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Dylan Thomas Poker Table Anecdote
- Dylan Thomas was used as a poker table by sailors on a ship carrying his coffin back to Wales.
- His wife Caitlin witnessed this, thinking he would have loved the eccentric tribute.
Death Linked to Medical Misinterpretation
- Dylan Thomas's death was partly caused by medical misdiagnosis due to a misunderstood joke about drinking 18 whiskies.
- Miscommunication led to morphine sedation, worsening his pneumonia and causing his coma and death.
Lake Naming Challenges in Canada
- A Canadian official names about seven lakes per year, focusing on honoring fallen soldiers from wars.
- Many lakes remain unnamed, making rescue and navigation difficult.