James O'Brien's Mystery Hour
Global
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the best hour of radio you could ever download!
Episodes
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Jul 13, 2023 • 49min
Why do our bodies wear out?
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Jul 6, 2023 • 47min
Why do some people sneeze so violently?
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Jun 29, 2023 • 47min
Why do I need a point on my knife?
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Jun 22, 2023 • 40min
Can moths mate with butterflies?
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Jun 8, 2023 • 47min
Man calls about walking dog
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Jun 1, 2023 • 46min
Biscuits in lukewarm tea?
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May 25, 2023 • 47min
What's the easiest record to break?
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May 18, 2023 • 47min
Do birds get better at building nests?
Topics include birds evolving to build better nests, proximity of communities like Chinatowns and Gay Villages, dreams of newborns, paradox of dry and watery eyes, measuring distances from Charing Cross, Tourette's, tears, dog behavior, historical regeneration of areas, and nightlife reminiscence.
May 11, 2023 • 44min
Why do I keep doing terrible things?
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May 4, 2023 • 46min
How do the French impersonate the English?
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