Topic: Cats

3 chapters across the catalog

Digital ID Throwdown: Good Idea Or Cock Up Waiting To Happen?
43:18 - 45:29

Digital ID Throwdown: Good Idea Or Cock Up Waiting To Happen?

Dead Cats, Jumping the Shark and Political Deflection

The conversation explores political tactics like the "dead cat" strategy—throwing a shocking topic into a debate to divert attention—and the "jumping the shark" idiom from Happy Days. Examples are cited involving Boris Johnson and Donald Trump using outrageous statements to shift media focus away from damaging stories. They suggest the sudden focus on digital IDs might be a similar deflection exercise by the current administration.

When Playgrounds Were Dangerous - The Wrap Up #30
40:57 - 45:57

When Playgrounds Were Dangerous - The Wrap Up #30

Kelly Brook, Cat Deeley and 90s Morning Television

The hosts discuss the enduring appeal of Kelly Brook and Cat Deeley, referencing Brook's "scientifically perfect" features and Deeley's work on SMTV Live. They recall the humor of 90s morning television, including sketches like "Chums" and the comedy duo Trevor and Simon. A personal story is shared about a friend's brief interaction with Cat Deeley at a corporate event.

The Halloween Wrap Up #15 featuring the Jnr J's
5:29 - 6:13

The Halloween Wrap Up #15 featuring the Jnr J's

Animal Encounters and Childhood Dog Bite Anecdote

A discussion about the controllability of pets leads to an anecdote about a neighborhood cat and a childhood injury. One participant describes being bitten in the face by a black and white Jack Russell dog after getting too close to the animal. The segment concludes with a brief mention of the UK clocks going back for the end of Daylight Savings Time.