

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)
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13 snips
Aug 15, 2024 • 55min
No Such Thing As An Accidental Stuffed Crust
Join the quirky hosts as they dive into the bizarre history of the 1896 Olympics, featuring a swimmer's freeze-induced withdrawal. Discover the whimsical proposal for a massive conveyor belt system in Japan, aiming to revolutionize transport. Explore humorous insights into the linguistics behind 'Hershey's Kisses' and the peculiar world of restroom graffiti. Finally, laugh along as they dissect the origins of stuffed crust pizza and unconventional toppings like snake meat. It's a delightful mix of comedy, culture, and quirky facts!

9 snips
Aug 8, 2024 • 56min
No Such Thing As Ice Skating On Stilts
In this entertaining discussion, Johnny Knoxville, the infamous actor and stunt performer from 'Jackass', joins Dan, James, and Anna. They delve into the wild world of skateboarding, sharing quirky facts and legendary stories. Johnny shares his experiences with stilt walking, blending humor and mishaps that showcase its cultural significance. The crew also explores the outrageous antics of skateboarding legends and the hilarity of bullet ant pain. Expect laughter and fascinating tales of breaking barriers in sports and beyond!

11 snips
Aug 1, 2024 • 56min
No Such Thing As Darts Vader
In this engaging conversation, comedian Paul Sinha, known for his sharp wit on 'The Chase' and his memoir 'One Sinha Lifetime', joins the hosts to discuss a range of eclectic topics. They dive into whimsical connections between sports and pop culture, exploring the surprising links between darts and cinematic legends like Darth Vader. Paul shares anecdotes about activism at Morehouse College and humorous trivia from vintage game shows. The group also ventures into unexpected life paths, body weight comparisons, and laugh-out-loud tales from sports history.

Jul 25, 2024 • 56min
No Such Thing As A Sycamore In A Silver Coat
Exploring historical figures like Winston Churchill and Eleanor of Aquitaine, Roman perspectives on Britain, and preserving historical trees. Plus, discussions on throwing shade, inventing fireplaces, and hosting live shows.

9 snips
Jul 18, 2024 • 1h 1min
No Such Thing As The Three Gorgeous Dams
Podcast discusses clippers, snippers, naval eunuchs, and wasserkochers. Topics include Yves Saint Laurent's gardening technique, historical cactus use in gramophones, Chinese Treasure Fleet ships, Viking woolen sails, innovative energy concepts, DJs in football stadiums, and the history of scissors.

12 snips
Jul 11, 2024 • 59min
No Such Thing As Kimchi Pirates
Discussion on electric guitars, hidden railway tunnels, kimchi's cultural importance in South Korea, and quirky anecdotes about historical figures and musicians. Plus, insights into firefighting oddities and innovations, with a touch of humor.

4 snips
Jul 4, 2024 • 57min
No Such Thing As A Sausage Cat
The podcast discusses pink clothes, orange cats, ballot boxes, and Buddhist blast offs. Learn about the significance of pink, exploring monastic space programs, and unraveling the mysteries of cat colors.

30 snips
Jun 27, 2024 • 56min
No Such Thing As The Notorious British Institute of Graphologists
The podcast covers topics like snooker on cruise ships, wine promotions, Cold War metal squashing battles, history of metal pressing machines, Victorian monster destruction engine, evolution of handwriting styles, mysteries of the Sun's activity, and concluding remarks on numbers and contact information.

9 snips
Jun 20, 2024 • 51min
No Such Thing As A Soaring Chinchilla
In this podcast, they chat about crocodiles coughing up hairballs, AI mastering chess with unique strategies, a chinchilla's dream of flying, Darth Vader's voice shift to AI, and Belgium's expertise in roller coasters and beer recipes. They also cover bizarre animals, English people's historical belief in tails, and the intricate world of toilet paper testing involving fake poo and NASA collaboration.

36 snips
Jun 13, 2024 • 1h
No Such Thing As An Inside-Out Dolphin
Marine biologist Helen Scales and the hosts discuss intelligent octopuses, male emperor penguins balancing eggs, hermit crabs using bottle caps as shells, and the impact of human hair coats. They also touch on architectural designs, environmental issues, and strategies for island ownership.


