

S03 E03 - His Lips Fell Off
12 snips May 1, 2025
Karl hilariously shares his recent kidney stone experience, leading to a comical chat about self-care. The trio dives into whimsical tales of survival, touching on everything from ant behavior to jellyfish evolution. They also ponder the ethics of relocating alpacas, while Karl expresses his guilt over flies. Along the way, bizarre sea creatures spark laughter as they debate the absurdity of caring for an alien pet versus a simple kitten. It's a playful exploration of life, nature, and unexpected stories!
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Kidney Stone Recovery Reflection
- Karl Pilkington recovered from a kidney stone and reflected on feeling like he'd been given a second chance at life.
- He shared how the experience made him unexpectedly kinder and more thoughtful about his body.
Spider's Ant Attack
- Karl described a spider put in a bottle with ants, which systematically killed and piled them up while breathing heavily.
- He found this behavior amazing and had never witnessed it before.
Glider Crash Survival Tale
- Karl recounted a survival story where a man crashed a glider and survived 48 hours among lions, snakes, and insects.
- The man endured severe dehydration, even losing his lips, before rescue.