Iszi Lawrence

Rob Auton, a comedian and writer who adores Reykjavík, shares his vivid experiences of the city’s unique sights, smells, and emotional resonance. Joined by Iszi Lawrence, a comedian and historian, they explore Reykjavík's fascinating geography and cultural landscape. They dive into the stunning Northern Lights, the surreal Geothermal Blue Lagoon, and lively local traditions like festive graveyard decorations. With humor and insight, they depict a city that is both enchanting and slightly otherworldly, leaving Shaun contemplating a trip despite some reservations.

In this lively discussion, fashion and cultural historian Abby Cox, YouTuber Matt Gray, and comedian Iszi Lawrence tackle everything from the quirks of nightclub queues to the historical legacy of Irish monks. They humorously dissect the impact of a seemingly mundane choice by monks that altered literacy practices, and why hairspray isn’t just for looks! Get ready for a delightful blend of fashion history, cultural anecdotes, and amusing trivia about unique apps for farmers, all wrapped in their charming banter.

Join fashion historian Abby Cox, broadcast engineer Matt Gray, and comedian Iszi Lawrence as they tackle quirky topics with humor. They discuss bizarre historical medicine and the cultural significance of pirates. Abby hilariously examines the design of quirky mugs, while Matt shares a thrilling eBay discovery. They also explore Indonesian driving norms, unique tailoring anecdotes, and the challenges of spacesuit design, all peppered with witty banter about exam loopholes and humorous golf mishaps.

Iszi Lawrence, author, historian and comedian who makes history fun for kids, explains Ancient Egyptian afterlife rituals. Short, lively segments explore Ma'at and the feather, mummification and tombs, Anubis as a video-game guide, the Hall of Two Truths, cheats like heart-scarabs, and why Egypt leaves so much evidence. Plus detours into dinosaurs, medieval almond milk, and storytelling craft.

Salma El-Wardany, a BBC presenter, and Iszi Lawrence, a resident geographer, historian, and comedian, discuss the remarkable city of Cairo and its cultural significance. They explore the construction of the Great Pyramid, the unity displayed by the people of Cairo during the Arab Spring revolution, the vibrant food culture in Cairo, and the hazards of the city such as donkey carts and aggressive watermelon sellers.