No Such Thing As A Fish S1 Ep612: No Such Thing As The Gordon Ramsay Songbook
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Dec 4, 2025 
Join beloved Monty Python star Michael Palin as he chats with the hosts about his adventures in Venezuela. He shares delightful tales of unusual local delicacies and the breathtaking cable car ride above Mérida. Dive into discussions on BBC censorship and the quirks of Monty Python's banned sketches, along with intriguing insights into the historical search efforts for the Franklin expedition. Plus, discover the humor behind Bologna's 'umaròl' retirees who critique roadworks! A blend of travel, history, and comedy awaits!
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Merida's Extravagant Ice Cream And Cable Car
- Michael Palin recounts Merida's El Aladero Coromoto ice cream parlor boasting hundreds of unusual flavours like avocado, garlic and trout.
- He describes the terrifying multi-stage cable car that rises half the height of Everest and the dramatic change in environment on the ascent.
Accept Local Hospitality When Traveling
- Michael Palin advises embracing local hospitality and trying native food when traveling to connect with people.
- He warns that local cooks typically prepare safe, well-cooked food, so distrust of foreign cuisine is usually unnecessary.
From Canned Tuna To Shared Curry
- Michael Palin shares a travel story where a crewman refused local curry and kept tins, leading to the crew bonding over the hosts' food.
- He jokes they 'threw' the tins-bearing man overboard, illustrating cultural exchange easing tensions on the voyage.
