Lateral with Tom Scott 114: Lawnmowing cleaners
Dec 13, 2024
Joining the lively conversation are Carson Woody, a TikTok and YouTube linguist known for his insights on language, Kip Heath, a clinical scientist tackling antibiotic resistance, and returning guest Ólafur Waage, a tech innovator from the Nordics. Expect delightful banter about weird linguistics, the history of sewage management with wooden spheres, and nostalgic soccer stories. They also dive into unique concepts like a 'sourdough starter hotel' and the quirky world of robotic lawnmowers, all while ensuring plenty of laughs along the way!
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Sewer Balls
- Officials in 1870s Paris rolled giant wooden balls through the sewers.
- This cleared blockages, a less cinematic image than Indiana Jones.
Record Shootout
- Preston North End and Fulham's 2024 EFL Cup match had a record penalty shootout.
- The scoreboard reset to 0-0 from 14-14 because it only displayed up to 15.
Football Fandom
- Kip Heath was a partial season ticket holder for West Ham United.
- This contrasts with Carson Woody, an Arsenal fan, not knowing Fulham's Premier League status.