

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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Jan 30, 2025 • 47min
Some smells are better than others
This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's Mystery Hour. To join the game, call 0345 60 60 973, Thursdays at 12pm.

Jan 23, 2025 • 48min
The greater and lesser spotted
This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's Mystery Hour. To join the game, call 0345 60 60 973, Thursdays at 12pm.

Jan 16, 2025 • 49min
You end up with a fish at the end
This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's Mystery Hour. To join the game, call 0345 60 60 973, Thursdays at 12pm.

Jan 9, 2025 • 47min
Isn't that a motoring question?
This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's Mystery Hour. To join the game, call 0345 60 60 973, Thursdays at 12pm.

Dec 19, 2024 • 49min
Why is there only one human species?
This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's Mystery Hour. To join the game, call 0345 60 60 973, Thursdays at 12pm.

Dec 12, 2024 • 51min
Sandwiches are for WIMPS
Listeners dive into the humorous effects of aging, particularly how it alters our senses and how our pub names reflect cultural quirks. The playful discussion explores the phrase 'having beef' and offers quirky alternatives while tackling regional accents. Divorce's financial ramifications come to light, shedding light on loan eligibility post-separation. A fascinating look at the relationship between blood volume and limb loss mixes personal anecdotes with intriguing facts, while the complexities of using music in ads add a vibrant twist to the conversation.

Dec 5, 2024 • 49min
Where do those babies come from?
This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's Mystery Hour. To join the game, call 0345 60 60 973, Thursdays at 12pm.

Nov 28, 2024 • 47min
I can see a rainbow
This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's Mystery Hour. To join the game, call 0345 60 60 973, Thursdays at 12pm.

Nov 21, 2024 • 51min
What counts as 'old skool'?
This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's Mystery Hour. To join the game, call 0345 60 60 973, Thursdays at 12pm.

Nov 14, 2024 • 49min
Simples or haggis?
This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's Mystery Hour. To join the game, call 0345 60 60 973, Thursdays at 12pm.


