Lateral with Tom Scott

In this lively gathering, Bec Hill, a stand-up comedian and children's author, and comedian Stuart Goldsmith, known for tackling climate crises in his work, dive into a whirlwind of absurd topics. They share hilarious anecdotes about suspicious surgeons and quirky medical devices. The trio also discuss whimsical traditions, such as squashing beer caps on train tracks, and tackle the peculiarities of British culture with humor. Their playful banter is sprinkled with playful jest about helmets and racing culture, making for an entertaining exploration of the bizarre.

Joining the lively conversation are Carson Woody, a TikTok and YouTube linguist known for his insights on language, Kip Heath, a clinical scientist tackling antibiotic resistance, and returning guest Ólafur Waage, a tech innovator from the Nordics. Expect delightful banter about weird linguistics, the history of sewage management with wooden spheres, and nostalgic soccer stories. They also dive into unique concepts like a 'sourdough starter hotel' and the quirky world of robotic lawnmowers, all while ensuring plenty of laughs along the way!

Tom Crawford, a mathematics fellow at Oxford and Cambridge, brings his analytical flair alongside creative minds Katelyn and Evan Heling. They tackle quirky topics from hockey hat tricks to the global implications of SIM cards. The discussion humorously weaves through avocado art and the importance of meaningful gifts, while also diving into the complexities of glass bottle production. Expect playful connections between sport logos and language codes, culminating in delightful banter about the joys and challenges of modern communication.

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.

Karen Kavett, a puzzle whiz and member of a top-tier puzzle team, joins Sam Meeps, an anime maker and cosplayer, and Francis Heaney, an accomplished puzzle writer. They dive into the cultural quirks of tea and coffee drinking, blending humor with nostalgia. The trio also tackles the chaotic world of lotteries, sharing amusing personal anecdotes. They explore innovative and impractical transportation ideas, while also dissecting the ethics of advertising in a lighthearted fashion. Expect a delightful mixture of trivia, creativity, and laughs!

Ella Hubber, Caroline Roper and Tom Lum from 'Let's Learn Everything!' face questions about concealed clocks, unique units and sneaky shoplifting.BOOK OUT NOW: https://www.lateralcast.com/bookLATERAL 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.Join the Producer's Club via https://members.lateralcast.com for ad-free episodes and bonus content.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: Nate, Joseph Gallear, Adam Matthews, Sam Walsh, Matthew, Martijn Pennings, Chris Shenton, Ólafur Waage, Chopin, Katie Waning, Ondrej. FORMAT: Pad 26 Limited/Labyrinth Games Ltd. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: David Bodycombe and Tom Scott. © Pad 26 Limited (https://www.pad26.com) / Labyrinth Games Ltd. 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Julian O’Shea, Bill Sunderland and Dani Siller face questions about astronautical activities, appliance actions and Allen's abilities.PRE-ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.lateralcast.com/bookLATERAL 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.Join the Producer's Club via https://members.lateralcast.com for ad-free episodes and bonus content.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: Jovi Thorne, Dave Matthews, Jeff. FORMAT: Pad 26 Limited/Labyrinth Games Ltd. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: David Bodycombe and Tom Scott. © Pad 26 Limited (https://www.pad26.com) / Labyrinth Games Ltd. 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sophie Ward, a science communicator with a popular YouTube channel, Julian Huguet, co-host of an absurd topics podcast, and Tina Huang, a data scientist known for her AI content, dive into fascinating discussions. They explore the historical significance of Mexico City's Angel of Independence while pondering the implications of seasonal academic challenges. The trio also humorously navigates through art appreciation, contrasting Veronese's Wedding Feast at Cana with the Mona Lisa, shedding light on overlooked masterpieces.

Lucy Rogers, an engineer and author famous for Robot Wars, joins plant biologist Molly Edwards and science communicator Trace Dominguez in a lively exploration of quirky topics. They humorously debate the absurdity of a $99 water bottle and the irony of DVD warnings. The trio dives into the cultural impact of historical hair care and shares laughs over the whimsical character Siwoo the Waving Horse, a horse misunderstood in legal massage practices. Expect playful banter and unexpected insights in this delightful conversation!

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.