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Anna Ptaszynski

Host of No Such Thing As A Fish, contributing her expertise and wit to the podcast.

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Nov 25, 2024 • 47min

Sport's strangest tales

In this engaging discussion, James Harkin and Anna Ptaszynski, both QI researchers and co-hosts of No Such Thing as a Fish, delve into the quirky history of sports. They explore the evolution of ancient games into modern sports, revealing the surprising links between sports and warfare. Cheating and doping scandals take center stage, showcasing bizarre incidents and their psychological underpinnings. The conversation also highlights pioneering women in sports, particularly the first woman to cycle around the globe, and the evolving relationship between fans and their beloved games.
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Oct 18, 2024 • 53min

106: Calorie-free oil

Join James Harkin, Anna Ptaszynski, Dan Schreiber, and Andrew Hunter Murray, co-hosts of 'No Such Thing as a Fish', as they dive into a whirlwind of quirky discussions. They tackle the mystery of calorie-free avocado oil and its regulatory oddities, and share whimsical tales involving chinchillas and a flamboyant drug kingpin—imagine chinchillas as a heist distraction! The comedic banter extends to cultural quirks, home renovation challenges, and inventive convenience store promotions, ensuring a delightful ride filled with laughter and absurdity.
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Sep 6, 2024 • 49min

100: Painting the shark

Join comedic minds Dan Schreiber, James Harkin, Anna Ptaszynski, and Andrew Hunter Murray as they dive into a whirlwind of quirky discussions. They hilariously dissect the absurdities of smiling during negotiations in the UK and the bizarre taxation of gingerbread men. The fun escalates with tales of dog-themed puzzles and whimsical fishing anecdotes involving sharks and even painting them to match cars. Their playful banter blends humor and strange trivia, illuminating a world where creativity and laughter collide.