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James O'Brien's Mystery Hour

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Parakeet Mysteries and Affectionate Language

The hosts delve into the mystery surrounding the origin of parakeets in West London and discuss various myths and personal experiences with these exotic birds. They then explore the question of why certain regions in Britain use more affectionate terms in their language than others, pondering whether it is related to class or geography. The chapter ends with a brief discussion about why our hair goes grey as we age and a declaration that there will be no more animal questions.

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