

585: No Such Thing As The Paula Radcliffe Of F1 Racing
95 snips May 29, 2025
The hosts hilariously reveal how Essex Police are growing cannabis and the quirky legal battles around it. They share amusing tales of cops in costumes and insane cannabis scams, merging humor with policing innovations. The conversation shifts to how racing drivers can compete without licenses, then pivots to the fascinating habits of lemurs, including their unique feeding strategies. Finally, they dive into living near Mount Etna, blending volcanic peril with local lore and resilience, all while sprinkling in humorous anecdotes.
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Police Grow Cannabis for Valuation
- Essex Police grow confiscated cannabis to determine its street value accurately.
- They nurture, dry, appraise, and then destroy the plants to reclaim assets from dealers.
Electric Grid Signals Timestamp Recordings
- Police use Electric Network Frequency from England's power grid to timestamp audio recordings in court.
- Fluctuations in grid frequency act as unique acoustic timestamps to verify recording authenticity.
Batman and Robin Police Sting
- Two undercover London police officers dressed as Batman and Robin to catch scammers.
- The costumes helped conceal their identities where normal police gear was too recognizable.