No Such Thing As A Fish 564: No Such Thing As Water Floating On Water
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Jan 2, 2025 In a lively discussion, hosts share amusing anecdotes from their tour, highlighting quirky historical facts and the absurdities of modern life. They delve into a humorous novel about a man and trees, then tease the benefits of online therapy. From Napoleon's romance to a man's sofa plight, the tales are as ridiculous as they are entertaining. The conversation about 'mandals' explores unconventional candle scents targeting men, while insights on failure reveal the humor in learning from missteps. It's a delightful mix of history, science, and laughter.
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60 Hours
- James Harkin found a British equivalent to the American movie 127 Hours.
- A man named Joe Galliott spent two days trapped under his sofa, surviving on whiskey.
Beaver Billionaire's Last Thoughts
- John Jacob Astor, who died on the Titanic, made his fortune from beavers.
- James Harkin wonders if Astor's final thoughts were about beavers plugging the hole.
Phone Booth Stuffing
- Phone booth stuffing was a popular activity, with students trying to fit as many people as possible inside.
- The official record is 25 people, but a Canadian school claimed 40, albeit by turning the booth on its side.