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.

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.

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.