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Is the Paranormal a real thing? Find out with John Olsen. John has lived in a haunted house in Bridgerland, Utah when he was very young and has been tracking down paranormal incidents for most of his life.His books are full of stories about people who have encountered the Paranormal in all sorts of ways.
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While looking for people who do 'Unusual Jobs' we found 'First Piper' Ross OC Jennings who travels the world playing the Bagpipes.
Are there really people who enjoy the sound of Bagpipes?
I bet you didn't think that those harsh, ear drum splitting, droney instruments could give you access to just about every country in the world.
How he gets there? Who he sees? How airport security and the police see him.
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The British YoYo Association was founded by Luke Roberts and a couple of colleagues and it has become part of a world wide phenomenon of Regional, National, European and Asian competitions.
Who would have thought that a piece of string, with a bit of wood wrapped round the end of it, could make it so big?
We found Luke Roberts, while looking for 'unusual sports' and he truly is an expert with the YoYo.
This 'Toy' usually has an upsurge of popularity once a decade, so look out for what's coming next... -
If you thought queueing or standing in line was just a great british tradition, think again...
Looking for people who do unusual jobs we found Angela Lauria who was a professional 'standing in line person' on Capital Hill in Washington DC.
If you were a lawyer or lobbyist who needed a seat in a Congressional hearing or meeting but had other committments previous to the time, Angela would queue for you.
What was the dress code? What were the hours like and could you sit down?
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This week, we feature circumnavigator Laura Massey-Pugh, who cycled around the world with her husband in six months. Laura is the back half and yes you do still have to pedal...
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Jonathan and Barb meet with professional Bigfoot tracker Mike Familant to determine - is it a myth or is something really out there?
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FunkQuest with a North Korean Ambassador
You are going to need a secure line to watch this FunkQuest episode. Make sure you are not being watched or overheard. This could be very stressful.
At least that is what Ex-diplomat John Everard has had to contend with over many years as a british ambassador, not only toNorth Korea but Uraguay too. Its not exactly 'Bond 007' but sleep deprivation, minute to minute planning, and alcohol are all part of the Job
Question 1
John chose the 'Parrot
'How do you communicate with your boss?
Question 2
The 'Castle' was his next choice
How did your previous jobs prepare you for this one?
Question 3
The 'Elephant family' came next
What previous jobs have you done?
Question 4
John picked the 'Grey Sofa'
What is the most frustrating part of the Job?
Question 5 The 'flower basket'
What made you want to quit?
Question 6
John wanted the 'Twin Dolls
'What motivates you to keep showing up?
You are going to need a secure line to watch this FunkQuest episode. That's what former diplomat John Everard has had to contend with over many years as a British ambassador, not only to North Korea but Uraguay too. Its not exactly 'Bond 007' but sleep deprivation, minute to minute planning, and alcohol are all part of the job!
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We have all done this at some time in our life, and been told off for it no doubt, but Pillow fighting is becoming one of the new professional sports of the 21st century. It's unbelivable but true.
This simple childhood game has become a Fighting Phenomenon.
Paul Walker is the co-founder of Fight PFC. (Pillow Fighting championship). Along with his brother they wanted to make a combat sport that was more family-friendly as well as encouraging fitness for all.
What is FunkQuest ?
FunkQuest is a fun interactive online conversation game that features five rounds.
Funksters (players) view a board containing 20 individual icons (pictures)
Funksters select an icon from the board which most tweaks their interest.
Each Funky icon, when chosen reveals a Funky question, which may or may not be related to the icon.
Potential Funksters, have to think on their feet, answering the question within the strict time limit of one minute.
We are looking for answers which might include; insights, useful and amusing snippets, and things we just didn't know.
We call this FUNK.
The strict time limit does not allow funksters to give; multi-headed, long, complicated and self indulgent stories -
just short punchy bite-sized truly Funky ideas, as we GET THE FUNK OUT!
You get to hear new ideas and speakers from outside your usual network, which truly qualifies as FUNKY.
Funky Thinkers know that IDEAS only come from free-flowing CONVERSATION.
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If you have ever felt like poking someone in the eye, then Evan Walters is the man to help you do it. (No not really)
Evan Walters is the Commisioner of the "World Knife Throwing League (WKTL.)"
Using specially made knives with blunt blades but sharp points this sport is in fact very user friendly for people of all ages.
Question 1
'Barb picked the building'
Where would you go naked?
Evan Chose the 'Binoculars'
When do you always want to beat yourself?
Question 2
Barb liked the 'Toad'
How do you contribute to a better society?
Evan picked the 'Pastries'
What do you do differently to other people?
Question 3
Barb wanted the 'Man in the Ushanka' (Russian Hat)
How often do you talk to strangers?
Evan was persuaded into choosing the 'Solar System'
What have you invented?
Question 4
Barb chose 'The River Scene'
Where or when would you go in a Time-machine?
Evan picked the 'Paint Blobs'
Which historical figure would you most like to meet?
Question 5
Barb wanted the 'Red and Green Peppers'
What talent do you wish you had?
Evan chose the 'London Underground Icon'
What shop would you shop at if it was the only one you could use?
What is FunkQuest ?
FunkQuest is a fun interactive online conversation game that features five rounds.
Funksters (players) view a board containing 20 individual icons (pictures)
Funksters select an icon from the board which most tweaks their interest.
Each Funky icon, when chosen reveals a Funky question, which may or may not be related to the icon.
Potential Funksters, have to think on their feet, answering the question within the strict time limit of one minute.
We are looking for answers which might include; insights, useful and amusing snippets, and things we just didn't know.
We call this FUNK.
The winner - based on audience votes - goes through to the next round of the Funkquest series.
What's so good about FUNKQUEST ?
The strict time limit does not allow funksters to give; multi-headed, long, complicated and self indulgent stories -
just short punchy bite-sized truly Funky ideas, as we GET THE FUNK OUT!
You get to hear new ideas and speakers from outside your usual network, which truly qualifies as FUNKY.
Funky Thinkers know that IDEAS only come from free-flowing CONVERSATION.
To make sure you never miss a FunkQuest episode - click https://funkythinkers.com/youtube
What did you think ? Leave a comment -
Competitive eating with Food vs the beast
John 'Dawsey' Dawes can be a real animal when it comes to consuming large amounts of... well just about anything you can put on a plate.
We pitched Dawesy against experience funkster Josh Shea to get as much funk out as possible. Dawesy is the guy with a tattoo of Greggs (sandwich shop) on his arm.
At the time of recording, Dawesy was second in the British eating league. His eating exploits have also lost him 6 stone. (84lbs/38kgs). So forget going on a diet, get eating... he assures us there is a book coming soon.
Question 1
Joshua chose the 'Cruise Ship'
What takes up too much of your time?
Dawsey was manipulated to chose 'Healthy Food'
What would you do if you could do anything for a whole day?
Question 2
Johua picked the 'Queens'
What do you find beautiful?
Dawsey liked the 'Snowman'
When did you last 'bunk off' early?
Question 3
The 'Fairground' was the next choice for Joshua
What is the most illegal thing you have everdone?
Dawsey picked the 'Neon Cafe'
What is at the end of the rainbow?
Question 4
Joshua wanted the 'Suitcase'
What do you do when no-one is looking?
Dawsey chose the 'Sheet Music'
What have you recently formed an opinion about?
Question 5
Joshua picked the 'Bakelite Telephone'
Where would you live if you had no ties to anywhere?
Dawsey liked the 'Waves on the sea'
What do you do while travelling?
What is FunkQuest ?
FunkQuest is a fun interactive online conversation game that features five rounds.
Funksters (players) view a board containing 20 individual icons (pictures)
Funksters select an icon from the board which most tweaks their interest.
Each Funky icon, when chosen reveals a Funky question, which may or may not be related to the icon.
Potential Funksters, have to think on their feet, answering the question within the strict time limit of one minute.
We are looking for answers which might include; insights, useful and amusing snippets, and things we just didn't know.
We call this FUNK.
The winner - based on audience votes - goes through to the next round of the Funkquest series.
What's so good about FUNKQUEST ?
The strict time limit does not allow funksters to give; multi-headed, long, complicated and self indulgent stories -
just short punchy bite-sized truly Funky ideas, as we GET THE FUNK OUT!
You get to hear new ideas and speakers from outside your usual network, which truly qualifies as FUNKY.
Funky Thinkers know that IDEAS only come from free-flowing CONVERSATION.
To make sure you never miss a FunkQuest episode - click https://funkythinkers.com/youtube
What did you think ? Leave a comment -
Deena Kastor, marathon runner, Olympic medalist, former world record holder, author, mum and general all round good egg stopped by on FunkQuest.
Playing the new retired athlete edition, Jonathan and Deena discussed, one on one the following FUNK.
1. Who was your best sponsor?
2. What was your pathway into elite sport?
3. What is the stupidest thing you have seen?
4. Which opponent did you most admire?
5. What really happens in the locker room?
And much more besides.
Does Deena wake up worry about going the wrong way in a race? What is she thinking about with 5 or 10 minutes to run, about to WIN the race, with 40,000 people behind her? -
Team GB bobsledder Nikki McSweeney took a break from sliding down icy runways to stop by and talk to us on FunkQuest.
What is FunkQuest ?
FunkQuest is a fun interactive online conversation game that features five rounds.
Funksters (players) view a board containing 20 individual icons (pictures) Funksters select an icon from the board which most tweaks their interest. Each Funky icon, when chosen reveals a Funky question, which may or may not be related to the icon.
Potential Funksters, have to think on their feet, answering the question within the strict time limit of one minute.
We are looking for answers which might include; insights, useful and amusing snippets, and things we just didn't know.
We call this FUNK.
What's so good about FUNKQUEST ?
The strict time limit does not allow funksters to give; multi-headed, long, complicated and self indulgent stories - just short punchy bite-sized truly Funky ideas, as we GET THE FUNK OUT!
You get to hear new ideas and speakers from outside your usual network, which truly qualifies as FUNKY.
Funky Thinkers know that IDEAS only come from free-flowing CONVERSATION.
To make sure you never miss a FunkQuest episode - click https://funkythinkers.com/youtube -
3 x world dominos champion Travis Newsome drops by FunkQuest to share some funk with us.
Travis got a prescription from his Doctor so he can play dominos every day...
We find out what it is like at the domino world championship. Is trash talking (sledging) allowed?
Travis explains how some of students are now beating him (so he isn't that smart after all)...
Question 1
Joshua chose the 'Apples'
How well can you read a map?
Travis chose to answer the same question
Question 2
Joshua picked the 'Camel'
What was your first computer?
Travis decided on the Tuxedo
Where do you visit the internet most?
Question 3
Joshua wanted the 'Swimmer'
Where do you exercise?
Travis went for the 'Soccer Ball'
What old person thing do you do?
Question 4
Joshua liked the 'Boat'
What are you most grateful for?
Travis wanted to answer the same question
Question 5
Joshua picked the 'Wedding'
When have you been on TV or Radio?
Travis chose the'Eggs'
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Shawny Hill plays FunkQuest with Stephen Miller MBE , a British athlete who competes in the fields of Paralympic club and discus throwing. He has won three gold, one silver, and one bronze medal in the F32/51 club throw at the Paralympics. In Paralympic F32/51 discus he won one bronze medal.
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Question 1
Shawny picked the 'Fox'
What do you think you could give a one hour lecture on with no preperation?
Stephen Chose the 'Amphitheatre'
What letters are on the bottom line of a keyboard?
Question 2
Shawny liked the 'Motorbike'
What was the first album you bought with your own money?
Stephen went for the 'Horse Rider'
What would you show to extra terrestrials as an accurate depiction of the world?
Question 3
Shawny chose the 'Wax Crayons'
Where is the worst place you got lost?
Stephen picked the 'Ladies Hockey'
What was the worst DIY you have done?
Question 4
Shawny went for the 'Pizza'
What would you do with £/$/€ 100 if you found it in the street?
Stephen plumped for the 'Wellingtons'
What is the most ridiculous thing you have recieved?
Question 5
Shawny decided on the 'Yoga Ladies'
Which car would be your dream car?
Stephen chose the 'Teacup'
What do you think about before going to sleep?
What is FunkQuest ?
FunkQuest is a fun interactive online conversation game that features five rounds.
Funksters (players) view a board containing 20 individual icons (pictures)
Funksters select an icon from the board which most tweaks their interest.
Each Funky icon, when chosen reveals a Funky question, which may or may not be related to the icon.
Potential Funksters, have to think on their feet, answering the question within the strict time limit of one minute.
We are looking for answers which might include; insights, useful and amusing snippets, and things we just didn't know.
We call this FUNK.
The winner - based on audience votes - goes through to the next round of the Funkquest series.
What's so good about FUNKQUEST ?
The strict time limit does not allow funksters to give; multi-headed, long, complicated and self indulgent stories -
just short punchy bite-sized truly Funky ideas, as we GET THE FUNK OUT!
You get to hear new ideas and speakers from outside your usual network, which truly qualifies as FUNKY.
Funky Thinkers know that IDEAS only come from free-flowing CONVERSATION.
To make sure you never miss a FunkQuest episode - click https://funkythinkers.com/youtube
What did you think ? Leave a comment -
A special brain training episode of FunkQuest - Brett Smitheram World Champion scrabble player v Johannes Mallow a world champion of memory games These two certainly know how to use their heads
What is FunkQuest ?
FunkQuest is a fun interactive online conversation game that features five rounds.
Funksters (players) view a board containing 20 individual icons (pictures)
Funksters select an icon from the board which most tweaks their interest.
Each Funky icon, when chosen reveals a Funky question, which may or may not be related to the icon.
Potential Funksters, have to think on their feet, answering the question within the strict time limit of one minute.
We are looking for answers which might include; insights, useful and amusing snippets, and things we just didn't know.
We call this FUNK.
The winner - based on audience votes - goes through to the next round of the Funkquest series.
What's so good about FUNKQUEST ?
The strict time limit does not allow funksters to give; multi-headed, long, complicated and self indulgent stories -
just short punchy bite-sized truly Funky ideas, as we GET THE FUNK OUT!
You get to hear new ideas and speakers from outside your usual network, which truly qualifies as FUNKY.
Funky Thinkers know that IDEAS only come from free-flowing CONVERSATION.
To make sure you never miss a FunkQuest episode - click https://funkythinkers.com/youtube
What did you think ? Leave a comment -
Global explorer, marathon runner, part time Ironman and century cyclist Sally Orange joins us on FunkQuest with established Funkster and friend of the show, Steve Judge.
Question 1
Sally chose the 'Gas'
What would your family assume you had been arrested for?
Steve went fo the 'Chairs'
How important is a diary to you?
Question 2
Sally picked the 'Books'
Which do you prefer, fiction or non-fiction books?
Steve chose the 'Vulture'
How long can you concentrate for?
Question 3
Sally liked the 'Camels'
When did you last Hitch-hike?
Steve picked the 'Bed Feet'
What is the best video on You Tube?
Question 4
Sally went for the 'School bag'
How do you know that the earth is round?
Steve liked the look of the 'Treasure Chest'
How much bling do you wear when you go out?
Question 5
Sally chose the'Sunflower'
What is something you feel too old to do?
Steve picked the 'Water Droplet'
What would you keep behind a moveable bookcase?
What is FunkQuest ?
FunkQuest is a fun interactive online conversation game that features five rounds.
Funksters (players) view a board containing 20 individual icons (pictures)
Funksters select an icon from the board which most tweaks their interest.
Each Funky icon, when chosen reveals a Funky question, which may or may not be related to the icon.
Potential Funksters, have to think on their feet, answering the question within the strict time limit of one minute.
We are looking for answers which might include; insights, useful and amusing snippets, and things we just didn't know.
We call this FUNK.
The winner - based on audience votes - goes through to the next round of the Funkquest series.
What's so good about FUNKQUEST ?
The strict time limit does not allow funksters to give; multi-headed, long, complicated and self indulgent stories -
just short punchy bite-sized truly Funky ideas, as we GET THE FUNK OUT!
You get to hear new ideas and speakers from outside your usual network, which truly qualifies as FUNKY.
Funky Thinkers know that IDEAS only come from free-flowing CONVERSATION.
To make sure you never miss a FunkQuest episode - click https://funkythinkers.com/youtube
What did you think ? Leave a comment -
Jonathan and Josh play FUNKQUEST with Johannes Mallow, the 2012 World Memory Champion and holder of seven memory sports world records. We put his skills to the test by asking him to memorise 20 random words and recall them at the end of the show.
Question 1
Joshua chose the 'Dog'
How handy is a dishwasher?
Johannes picked the 'Car'
How much of what you learned at school helps you now?
Question 2
Joshua wanted the 'Cyclists'
How long have you gone without sleep?
Johannes liked the 'Old Map and Compass'
Which text book from school did you never return?
Question 3
Joshua picked the 'Red Shoes'
How much is success based on luck or hard work?
Johannes chose the 'Polar Bears'
What helps you concentrate?
Question 4
Joshua plumped for the 'Goose'
When did you last use a public telephone?
Johannes picked the 'Snake'
When did you go to a major sporting event?
Question 5
Josh wanted the 'Books'
What was the largest meal you ever had?
Johannes chose the 'Treasure Chest'
How close have you been to the South Pole?
What is FunkQuest ?
FunkQuest is a fun interactive online conversation game that features five rounds.
Funksters (players) view a board containing 20 individual icons (pictures)
Funksters select an icon from the board which most tweaks their interest.
Each Funky icon, when chosen reveals a Funky question, which may or may not be related to the icon.
Potential Funksters, have to think on their feet, answering the question within the strict time limit of one minute.
We are looking for answers which might include; insights, useful and amusing snippets, and things we just didn't know.
We call this FUNK.
The winner - based on audience votes - goes through to the next round of the Funkquest series.
What's so good about FUNKQUEST ?
The strict time limit does not allow funksters to give; multi-headed, long, complicated and self indulgent stories -
just short punchy bite-sized truly Funky ideas, as we GET THE FUNK OUT!
You get to hear new ideas and speakers from outside your usual network, which truly qualifies as FUNKY.
Funky Thinkers know that IDEAS only come from free-flowing CONVERSATION.
To make sure you never miss a FunkQuest episode - click https://funkythinkers.com/youtube
What did you think ? Leave a comment -
It is the final of FunkQuest season 5. One of these funksters is going to be crowned the Grand Champion. But who?
Question 1
Carmel chose the 'Strawberry Cake'
What sauces do you put on a hot dog?
Shawny picked the 'Lion'
Who makes the first move at getting back in touch?
Question 2
Carmel liked the 'Trainers'
What is your favourite show on TV?
Shawny went for the 'Tiger Stripes'
What do your friends have in common?
Question 3
Carmel picked the 'Paints'
Where have you been on a boat?
Shawny decided on the 'Pyramids'
How many books did you read last year?
Question 4
Carmel wanted the'Grapes'
What makes you feel insecure?
Shawny picked the 'Oops Girl'
What is the worst thing to happen before going on Holiday?
Question 5
Carmel chose the 'Whole World'
When was the last time you wrote a cheque?
Shawny went for the 'Mountain Scene'
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Louise Hunt and Talan Skeels-Piggins give us insights into the elite sporting mind on this sports special one off episode of FunkQuest.
Question 1
Louise chose the 'Swimming'
What was your favourite sport in PE?
Talan picked the 'Cyclist'
How has the quality of sports fans changed in the last 3 decades?
Question 2
Louise picked the 'Track'
Who is the best sporting 'Underdog'?
Talan chose the 'Skier'
Are sportsmen and women worth the money they are being paid?
Question 3
Louise plumped for the 'Cricket Ball'
Which sporting grounds have you been to?
Talan wanted the 'Football'
What do you prefer to go to - an international or club march?
Question 4
Louise chose the 'Fencing'
Would your team of 'yesteryear' beat your favourite team of today?
Talan picked the 'Tennis'
Which is the first olympics that you remember?
Question 5
Louise felt some loyalty should be shown and chose the 'Tennis'
How much of a problem is match fixing in sport?
Talan went for the 'Archery'
Who is the greatest player of all time (any sport)? -
Question 1
Carmel Chose the 'Pumpkins'
How do you take losing?
Bobby chose the Gazebo
Where were you on 31st December 1999?
Question 2
Carmel picked the 'Yellow fish'
Where can you see the best views?
Bobby liked the 'red shoes' (an homage to the Wizard of OZ)
What makes you stop scrolling?
Question3
Carmel decided upon the 'Wind Turbines'
When did you last get stuck in a queue?
With an Italian Background Bobby had the 'Lasagne'
When did you last go behind the scenes somewhere?
Question 4
Carmel liked the 'Daisy'
Which animal should gain the power of speech?
Bobby Chose the 'Husky Dog'
When does time pass slowly for you?
Question 5
Carmel Chose the 'Lorry'
What cliché winds you up the most?
Bobby picked the 'Statue of Liberty'
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