

No Such Thing As A Fish
No Such Thing As A Fish
Award-winning podcast from the QI offices in which the writers of the hit BBC show discuss the best things they've found out this week.
Hosted by Dan Schreiber (@schreiberland) with James Harkin (@jamesharkin), Andrew Hunter Murray (@andrewhunterm), and Anna Ptaszynski (#GetAnnaOnTwitter)
Hosted by Dan Schreiber (@schreiberland) with James Harkin (@jamesharkin), Andrew Hunter Murray (@andrewhunterm), and Anna Ptaszynski (#GetAnnaOnTwitter)
Episodes
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Jan 23, 2024 • 27min
BONUS: Drop Us A Line - January 2024
The hosts discuss listener correspondence, including Hoover Dam, shower peeing, hybrid engines in F1, mythical creatures, the meaning of 'bung ball', pronunciation of a name, and liquid soap vs solid soap.

22 snips
Jan 18, 2024 • 57min
No Such Thing As A Computer Tower
French town provides residents with free Evian water, bottling tap water, snakes entering homes, women-only mangrove forest, walking trees, goiters in Switzerland, ice age shaping landscapes, fashion and scandal during Charles II's reign.

12 snips
Jan 11, 2024 • 59min
No Such Thing As Upside-Down Space Rain
The hosts discuss the size of the moon compared to Australia and the controversy surrounding moon definitions. They explore the science behind preventing rain with an umbrella and the development of Australia's first moon rover. The podcast also delves into the childhood experiences of a famous author and the creation of a popular book. They discuss the legal implications and interpretations of emojis and share intriguing facts about upside-down elephants, language learning, and angler fish mating habits. The unique benefits of upside-down rhinos are also explored.

18 snips
Jan 4, 2024 • 59min
No Such Thing As A Dirty Bar Of Soap
The hosts discuss the fascinating history of using soap to move buildings, including an amusing anecdote about a builder's wife frantically searching for soap. They also explore the science behind soap and the debate on antibacterial soap, as well as soap preferences and the carbon footprint of different types of soap. Additionally, they delve into the life of author Thomas Hardy and his unique funeral plans, as well as the role of a fashion historian in solving crimes through clothing analysis. Lastly, they explore forensic ecology and crime-solving methods, as well as the sleeping patterns of penguins and dolphins and the unique parenting habits of polar bears.

22 snips
Dec 28, 2023 • 49min
No Such Thing As An Honest Washing Machine
In this podcast, the hosts discuss fascinating topics like underwater cars, over the top diving, teeth, toilets, and Torquay. They also explore unusual instruments in orchestras, world records for jumping into water, embarrassing childhood stories, random topics like a mama goat and a mistaken war grave, the story of how a town received aid from the Soviet Union, a mansion mishap with Ozzy Osbourne, and incidents of mid-air helicopter births.

12 snips
Dec 21, 2023 • 52min
No Such Thing As Pumpkin Spice Moss
Live in a Christmas special, the hosts discuss the popularity of pumpkin spice flavor, failed food promotions, the process of making Sherry, foam in baseball and unpredictable ball movement in cricket, British obsession with gravy, peculiar traditions like placing pancakes on heads, and spending Christmas with family versus in-laws.

9 snips
Dec 14, 2023 • 56min
No Such Thing As A Sausage Dog Helicopter
Topics discussed include: NASA's mission to Bennu, 'bunga-bunga' parties and Silvio Berlusconi, famous deaths, the art of storytelling, and elephant seals' extreme polygyny.

9 snips
Dec 7, 2023 • 56min
No Such Thing As A Dragon Walk
The podcast discusses interesting topics including Goya's House and his Black Paintings, the use of fax machines in history, the historical use of urine in wire-making, unusual eggs, and the fascinating characteristics of dragonflies.

31 snips
Nov 30, 2023 • 1h 1min
No Such Thing As Fangtooth Boxing
Discussion on the origins of cuteness and its association with cute animals. Study reveals how exposure to cute images enhances performance in playing Operation. Fascinating teeth in various fish species and their correlation with feeding habits. Lengthy book club dedicated 28 years to reading James Joyce's work. Oprah's book club impact on sales and fart volume study. Hilarious phenomenon of visible farts in cold weather and comparison to 'winning the poop'.

25 snips
Nov 23, 2023 • 1h 2min
No Such Thing As Jenga Cop
Thrilling books and intriguing sports facts are discussed. Fascinating facts about the brain and techniques to improve memory are shared. Formula One racing intricacies, including skilled drivers and controversies, are explored. Abandoned ghost ponds as biodiversity hotspots and extreme cold sensations are discussed. The concept of a perfect foot and foot fetishes are explored, including famous celebrities with a fascination for feet.


