The Ricky Gervais Show

S01 E10 - Mr. Dilkington’s Freeze Pop

Feb 6, 2025
Dive into a whirlwind of bizarre topics, from the absurdity of time travel and the quirks of animal communication to the trials of owning a racehorse. Enjoy humorous tales about gangsters at the racetrack and a lost jockey's mix-up with fake fruit. The episode also reflects on the importance of sleep and pondering life's oddities through Carl Pilkington's unique lens. With a sprinkle of adult humor and whimsical hypotheticals, this captivating discussion is sure to entertain and provoke thought.
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ANECDOTE

Talking to a Tortoise

  • Karl would talk to a tortoise as they live long and carry a lot of history.
  • He values hearing about past experiences from a unique animal perspective.
INSIGHT

Skepticism About Time Travel

  • Karl sees no value in time travel since revisiting past events won't be as good as the first time.
  • He prefers learning from mistakes rather than trying to change the past.
ANECDOTE

Adult Diapers on Chinese Trains

  • Migrant workers in South China wear adult diapers on overcrowded trains lacking toilets.
  • Karl recalls disliking nappies as a child and finds the concept unhygienic and uncomfortable.
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