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The speakers reminisce about their favorite characters from 'The Beano' comic, discussing mischievous Dennis the Menace and tomboy Mini the Minks, as well as iconic outfits and the use of physical punishment in the comics.

Discover ways to uplift others and yourself during challenging times. Explore various acts of kindness and ways to help others, including volunteering, donating, and offering help. Learn about the benefits of planting trees for climate change control.

Strange lights streak across the night sky, and the hosts unveil them as Starlink trains. With about 130 trains in orbit, each launch deploys around 50 satellites, contributing to a staggering total of at least 5,200. Starlink aims to provide global internet coverage to over 70 countries. The conversation explores SpaceX's role and Elon Musk's early ventures, alongside the fascinating history of Starlink's launches. They also discuss how satellites separate over time and reveal their rapid orbital speed. Intriguing insights into our satellite-studded sky!

Join a lively quiz where Richard tests his memory about significant 2022 events! They delve into Australia's controversial COVID-19 deportation, recalling a notable figure who was turned away. The conversation also highlights the Eurovision winner and a tragic earthquake's toll. Did you know the world population hit a record milestone last year? Richard shares that, along with the thrilling World Cup final score before penalties. It's a fun recap of a year full of memorable moments!

Discussion on World Cup football kits, including popular colors and designs.

Discussion on effectiveness of protests, including recent disruptions in Europe and historical examples of successful protests like women's suffrage movement. Comparison of successful examples like suffragettes to recent cases such as Tiananmen Square and Hong Kong. Importance of getting the message across and gaining public support.

The podcast explores winter depression and its effects on mood. They discuss how lack of sunlight affects serotonin and sleep patterns. Strategies to combat winter blues include consistent sleep schedules, exercise, and consumption of oily fish. Nordic countries experience mood slumps, while Iceland shows resilience. Women in the UK have higher prevalence of seasonal mood changes.

In this entertaining podcast, Richard and Jackie play a game of shopping, buying items like bread, milk, and dog food. They also share their shopping experience where they struggled with remembering quantities and ran out of money.

Exploring the best food and drink combo: beer and pizza, discussing different types of beer and their ideal pairings. Also covers traditional wine and food pairings, along with suggestions for complementary accompaniments for tea and coffee.

Learn about the discovery of the largest dinosaur in Europe and its influence on Jurassic Park. Hear a discussion on dinosaur names and a new discovery, while sharing anecdotes about children's obsession with dinosaurs.