Lateral with Tom Scott

Abby Cox, an archivist known for her insights on fashion and women's history, joins engineer Ruth Amos, famous for her Kids Invent Stuff channel, and YouTuber Evan Edinger, who shares cultural nuances. They hilariously tackle topics like the quirks of food delivery and the science of melting chocolate. Listeners will enjoy their amusing tales of Guinness World Records and the oddities of online shopping. With playful banter about a chocolate ritual and unique graveside traditions, this conversation is both enlightening and entertaining.

Iszi Lawrence, a children's author and podcaster, is joined by Bill Sunderland and Dani Siller from Escape This Podcast. They dive into whimsical topics like the allure of crafty containers and the quirks of The Farmer's Almanac. The trio humorously discusses time zones and their challenges, while reminiscing about 1980s music dynamics. They explore both nostalgic reflections and intriguing insights into ancient runes and the ethics of gambling, all sprinkled with their trademark comedic banter.

Macy Gilliam, a job-exploring YouTuber, Toby Howell, breakfast news analyst, and Neal Freyman, co-host of a business podcast, dive into bizarre topics. They discuss a quirky xylophone sign sparking creativity, President Garfield's absurd metal detector mishap, and aviation mysteries like a puzzling yellow lever. The trio also unravels riddles about clocks and heartbeats while playfully dissecting actor Jack Lemmon's legacy. Their humorous banter keeps the conversation lively, blending absurdity with intriguing trivia.

Colin Felton and Karen Chu, co-hosts of the quirky trivia podcast 'Good Job Brain', team up with Daniel Peake, a puzzle writer from 'Only Connect'. Together, they dive into whimsical discussions on high-altitude challenges, the oddities of retail visits, and comically bizarre parenting practices in Norway. They tackle engaging trivia questions about Swiss railways and naming conventions, all while mixing humor with cultural insights. Their playful banter turns everyday topics into a delightful trivia adventure, making for a truly entertaining listen.

Tom Lum, Ella Hubber, and Caroline Roper bring their science comedy flair to the table. They dive into the quirky dynamics of theme parks, exploring whimsical attractions and the curious mishaps that come with them. The conversation shifts to hilarious food trivia, including the absurdity of using a Pringle tube as a Wi-Fi antenna. They also tackle the complexities of childbirth with the cheeky Pringle Maneuver and reminisce about gaming glitches that shaped their nostalgia. It's a playful mix of knowledge and laughter, guaranteed to entertain.

Alice Spagnola, a maker known for her quirky creations, joins frequent collaborators Evan and Caitlin, who are celebrated for their inventive projects. They dive into the humorous world of crafting wooden crocs and ergonomic laptops. The trio chats about unexpected connections between national flags and branding, as well as historical wartime inventions like a clever soldier’s life-saving device. Laughs are shared over Star Wars geography mix-ups and the playful nuances of knitting terminology, making this conversation both enlightening and entertaining.

Luke Cutforth and Corry Will, dynamic duo of the Sci Guys, team up with wine critic Hannah Crosbie for a whimsical journey. They tackle bizarre topics like feather farmers and the curious use of tape measures in space. The trio hilariously compares their experiences in South Africa while sipping wine and pondering the mechanics of military aircraft blinds. Expect outrageous tales about bird farming and the quirky practice of burning carpets for gold recovery. Join them as they blend science, humor, and unexpected trivia!

Ruth Amos, Evan Edinger and Abby Cox face questions about blue bags, terrible transport and lucky lockpickers. LATERAL is a comedy panel game podcast about weird questions with wonderful answers, hosted by Tom Scott. For business enquiries, contestant appearances or question submissions, visit https://lateralcast.com. HOST: Tom Scott. QUESTION PRODUCER: David Bodycombe. EDITED BY: Julie Hassett at The Podcast Studios, Dublin. MUSIC: Karl-Ola Kjellholm ('Private Detective'/'Agrumes', courtesy of epidemicsound.com). ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS: Sarah Roberge, Landon Kryger, Dmitrij, Ben Kirk, Nick Konopka, Katy. FORMAT: Pad 26 Limited/Labyrinth Games Ltd. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: David Bodycombe and Tom Scott. © Pad 26 Limited (https://www.pad26.com) / Labyrinth Games Ltd. 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iszi Lawrence, Dani Siller and Bill Sunderland face questions about miniature marines, technical techniques and prudent procedures. LATERAL is a comedy panel game podcast about weird questions with wonderful answers, hosted by Tom Scott. For business enquiries, contestant appearances or question submissions, visit https://lateralcast.com. HOST: Tom Scott. QUESTION PRODUCER: David Bodycombe. EDITED BY: Julie Hassett at The Podcast Studios, Dublin. MUSIC: Karl-Ola Kjellholm ('Private Detective'/'Agrumes', courtesy of epidemicsound.com). ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS: Jordan Cook-Irwin, Katherine Q, Nick Huntington-Klein, Alex Rinehart, Hendrik, James Bailey. FORMAT: Pad 26 Limited/Labyrinth Games Ltd. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: David Bodycombe and Tom Scott. © Pad 26 Limited (https://www.pad26.com) / Labyrinth Games Ltd. 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join stand-up comedians Stuart Laws, Olaf Falafel, and Bella Hull as they share hilarious tales from the Edinburgh Fringe. Stuart brings a whimsical puffin storyline to life, while Olaf discusses his upcoming joke book and banters about award shows. Bella reflects on unique cultural quirks and the absurdity of 'Little House on the Prairie' being banned in Finland. Their lively conversation also delves into quirky inventions, humorous anecdotes, and the bizarre world of gambling misunderstandings, sparking laughter and thoughtfulness throughout.