James O'Brien's Mystery Hour
602 episodes — Page 11 of 13
How far can the human eye see?- 31 Jul 14
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!
Why does black get hotter in the sun?- 24 Jul 14
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!
Why does your voice change on Helium? - 17 Jul 14
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!
Why don't freezers have a light? - 10 Jul 14
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!
Why are bricks in amsterdam houses so small? - 3 Jul 14
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!
Why does my cat like my swim wear? - 26 Jun 14
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!
Can dogs control the wagging of their tails? - 19 Jun 14
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!
Can a Boeing 747 Loop the Loop?- 12 Jun 14
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!
When does the sky start? - 5 Jun 14
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!
Why do Chickens keep laying eggs even if they don't hatch? - 22 May 14
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!
James O'Brien's Mystery Hour - 15 May 14
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!
Why is it not over until the fat lady sings? - 8 May 14
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!
James eats humble pie in Mystery Hour- 1 May 14
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!
Why do we have hung and hang?- 24 Apr 14
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!
The mystery of the measuring stick and Chickens - 17 Apr 14
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!
Why do Irons not have an on or off switch? - 10 Apr 14
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!
What is a 1st or 2nd world country? - 3 Apr 14
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!
Do bell ringers play sheet music? - 27 Mar 14
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!
Can the police just take your car like in films? - 20 Mar 14
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!
Do magnets work in space?- 6 Mar 14
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!
Why do we say pop your clogs?- 27 Feb 14
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!
Why does the moon depending on the day seem larger or smaller?r - 20 Feb 14
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!
When did the Mixtape start?- 13 Feb 14
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!
Can a Judge be called up to go on Jury duty?- 6 Feb 14
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!
Why do coins but not bank notes have dates on? - 30 Jan 14
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!
What qualifications do you need to be a vicar? - 23 Jan 14
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!
Who invented swimming? - 16 Jan 14
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!
When does a murder become an assasination?- 9 Jan 14
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!
Where does the phrase hard cheese come from? - 2 Jan 14
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!
Does the sun have weather? - 12 Dec 13
Why isn't there a phonetic alphabet for numbers? If you took all boats out of the ocean, would the sea-level drop?
How do you explain colours to blind people? - 28 Nov 13
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!
Why do stars twinkle? - 21 Nov 13
Why do stars twinkle, and planets don't? When did the early ages finish? What is the definition of classical music? And other mysteries.
Why is HP sauce HP Sauce? - 14 Nov 13
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!
How do you build a house on a slope? 7th Nov
how do you build a house on a slope, how high can fireworks go, does an aeroplane become lighter after food has been consumed?
Can honey be mass produced? 24th Oct
Do airplane contrails affect the atmosphere? Can you mass produce honey and why aren't there cattle grids at all of the gates in Richmond Park?
Why does my tummy rumble? 17th Oct
what is para? are final tour tickets binding if a band tours again? why does my tummy rumble? how does live yeast survive freezing? why do the back of my legs take longer to dry?
What has happened to thin sliced bread? 10th Oct
What are the 49ers, what's happened to thin sliced bread, could we go back in time if the earth was spun anti clockwise and how do you make cider more alcoholic?
How long is the umbilicle cord?
Is there such a thing as a reverse placebo effect, why does a spider stick to another spiders web and who is the last in line to the throne?
Why do towels get dirty? 26th Sept
If we're clean when we use a towel, then why do towel's get dirty? Why do dogs lift a paw when they're paying attention and can you change your godparents?
Who made the first cake? 19th September
Did the big bang take place in silent darkness? Can a bird be called pregnant if she carries an egg? Does bubble bath make a bath warmer?
Can Astronauts cry in space? - 12 Sep 13
Why is fat flammable, does blood get thinner in winter, and why do flies always die on their backs? And other mysteries...
What is a decibel? - 5 Sep 13
Could Chickens survive a fall from a tall building? What is a decibel? Why does salt melt ice? And other mysteries...
Is an apple alive? 29th August
Washing Up - why the word 'up'? how tall do you have to be to not be affected by cutting raw onions and how do you treat restless leg syndrome?
Why don't we eat blue food? 22nd August
Is a banana a herb, when do wasps sleep, why don't you see stars behind moonwalkers and why do estate agents always sponsor fetes?
How many cows does it take to make a pint of milk? 8th August
Questions on Mystery hour today included: what does a barbecue mean, how do we know the atomic clock is accurate and how do they work out the bills for the street lights?
Why aren't there instructions on how to use toothpaste?
Talcum Powder? Why are dusters yellow, Where are all the stag beetles, Can space get too full? Why are south facing gardens better?
Why don't dogs eat us? 25th July
Questions today included: Is sound quality in film getting worse? Why are people coated in iodine before an operation? Does water reduce friction and why are peeled frozen prawns soft?
Why does Nelson face that way? - 18 Jul 13
Why does the Queen's head face left on a stamp, how do fans make hot air cold? Why does honeysuckle smell more at night? When after the Norman conquest did we start to speak English again? And more...
What is 20/20 vision? 11th July
Why are most batteries round, what is 20/20 vision, is the emergency siren copyrighted and why are there silent words in the English language?
Why do your eyelids puff up when you're tired? 4th July
Why do your eyelids puff up when you're tired. Why are some counties 'shires' and do Downing Street have to reply to all letters?