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James O'Brien's Mystery Hour
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! For exclusive content and ad-free episodes of all James' podcasts, subscribe to James O'Brien Plus! You can find out more and sign up here: https://jamesobrienplus.com. You can email the show and get involved at any time jamesobrienshow@global.com. If you're a subscriber, email jamesobrienplus@global.com…
Episodes
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhy don't ducks get frostbite?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhy do some people sink?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhy does life seem to go faster when you're older?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhy do escalator hand rails move faster than the steps?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhat causes us to 'snearly'?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhy do we call them 'Cabinet' ministers?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourDo we really eat spiders at night?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourCan worms climb trees, if so, how?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourDo fish get thirsty?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhy are insects so quick to get away?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhy do some words become swear words?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhat causes the massive lumps on trees?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourHow do pathologists manage to find dental records?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhat's the difference between toilet paper and tissue paper?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhy are corned beef tins designed the way they are?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhat makes you a morning person?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourHow do I start up my own country?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhy can't you get blackcurrants in America?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhy don't squirrels eat conkers?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhat came first, the colour orange or the fruit orange?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourJames O'Brien's Mystery Hour - 28 Sep 17
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhy do they sell popcorn in the cinema?
Also weddings and asking just too much of your friends and family
James O'Brien's Mystery HourJames O'Brien's Mystery Hour - 14 Sep 17
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourJames O'Brien's Mystery Hour - 7 Sep 17
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourJames O'Brien - Mystery Hour
Listen to James O'Brien's phone-in show, which will make you think - and possibly change your outlook on the big stories.
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhy X symbolises a kiss
Also, when a tunnel is being built how is the water kept back?
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhy can we hold our pee until wee see the toilet?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourJames O'Brien's Mystery Hour - 14 Jul 17
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourHow do the Chinese run a library?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourIf you drink a hot drink in hot weather does it cool you down?
What does the phrase 'get off your high horse' mean?
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhy are some chocolates wrapped in foil?
Is there a relationship between spicy foods and late pregnancy?
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhy is the bee a symbol of Manchester?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourHow thick does glass have to be before you can't see through it?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourDo ducks know how many ducklings they have?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhy throw salt over your shoulder?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhy do we call cats 'pussy'?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWatch modelling - why are the hands in the same place?
Also why do we have candles on cakes?
James O'Brien's Mystery HourGary is going to call back next week..
Also where does the phrase 'penny drop' come from?
James O'Brien's Mystery HourCould the Queen just say no?
Also do a smoker's lungs ever return to a non-smoker's lung after they quit?
James O'Brien's Mystery HourAre bogeys nutritional?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhy heart shapes don't really look like hearts
Also is chicken pox worse for adults?
James O'Brien's Mystery HourCan kangaroos swim?
Identical sisters, identical brothers... But identical children?
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhy don't I salivate when I see a cow, but do when I see a steak?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhat's up with the washing machine?
Also, why do ducks walk in a straight line?
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhat does the X mean in LAX?
If people can whistle in tune,why can't they sing in tune?
James O'Brien's Mystery HourA Christmas themed Mystery Hour this week
Wreaths, mistletoe and the colour of prawns
James O'Brien's Mystery HourHow do sat navs know where traffic is?
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…
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWould stomach acid burn your skin?
Also why do wheels look like they are going backwards?
James O'Brien's Mystery HourJames O'Brien - The Whole Show - 25 Nov 16
Listen to James O'Brien's phone-in show, which will make you think - and possibly change your outlook on the big stories.
James O'Brien's Mystery HourWhy are the keys on a piano black and white?
Also - do you sweat in water?