Why does this thing exist? (Podcast)

In this episode, Dean and Simon look at a couple of systems for sweetening your hand-held meats and then discover a themed hotel while researching the emu vigilantes of an English coastal town. They finish off by finding out about a Japanese comic book.  Jimmy Dean’s blueberry pancake sausage on a stick - https://www.jimmydean.com/products/pancakes-and-sausage/on-a-stick/blueberry-pancakes-and-sausage-on-a-stick/   Emu news article - https://news.sky.com/story/stop-chasing-on-the-run-emu-in-your-4x4s-say-lincolnshire-police-13256370   Wikipedia - Me and Roboco - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Me_%26_Roboco  

In this episode, it's a Christmas party funtime at Dean Manor as your hosts get haunted by three ghosts guests and discuss a toilet based Christmas tradition, a toilet based hip and groovy craze, one of Santa's gruesome mates and a dead poet's face.  Tió de Nadal - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ti%C3%B3_de_Nadal   Skibidi Toilet - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WePNs-G7puA   Père Fouettard – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/P%C3%A8re_Fouettard   Wikipedia – James Brunton Stephens - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Brunton_Stephens  

In this episode, Dean and Simon have a gentle time shopping for starter knives for babies and then they have a look at a cool new fashion trend that Simon saw in London. They finish off by settling down to enjoy some 'callbacks' and learn about a medicine woman.  Personalised 3D Print Folded Kid Play Knife Enlightenment Fidget Toy with Name Multicolour Available Children's Day Birthday Gift for Boy Girl - https://uk.callie.com/personalized-3d-children-game-folded-play-knife-with-engraved-name-multicolor-available-safe-tool-enlightenment-gift-for-kids?callie_ref=search&keyword=personalised%203d%20print%20folded%20kid%20play%20knife   Backpack to carry your cat - https://www.temu.com/uk/1pc-polyester-woven-pet-backpack-carrier-for-cats-and-dogs-breathable-space-capsule--with-large-capacity-ideal-for-travel-gifts-for-christmas-halloween-thanksgiving-g-601099662966619.html?_oak_mp_inf=ENv%2Bit%2Bm1ogBGgpxdWxtbXhzc2R0INSjvuO7Mg%3D%3D&top_gallery_url=https%3A%2F%2Fimg.kwcdn.com%2Fproduct%2Ffancy%2F3e076d07-2e4e-44fe-af0b-472d2e30ab4f.jpg&spec_gallery_id=4419596471&refer_page_sn=15498&refer_source=0&freesia_scene=2&_oak_freesia_scene=2&_oak_rec_ext_1=MTM0MQ&refer_page_el_sn=223143&_x_vst_scene=adg&_x_ads_channel=bing&_x_ads_sub_channel=search&_x_ads_account=176283023&_x_ads_set=521731430&_x_ads_id=1327112956869261&_x_ads_creative_id=82944792875049&_x_ns_source=o&_x_ns_msclkid=a76b8cb20aba10fb2da2ebe935e092b4&_x_ns_match_type=b&_x_ns_bid_match_type=bb&_x_ns_query=weird%20products%20for%20pets&_x_ns_keyword=unusual%20pet%20products&_x_ns_device=c&_x_ns_targetid=kwd-82945743430467%3Aloc-188&_x_ns_extensionid=&refer_page_name=kuiper&refer_page_id=15498_1734033248667_b2lcirjwkb&_x_sessn_id=yo76551yr7     Wikipedia - Eleanor Southey Baker McLaglan -https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eleanor_Southey_Baker_McLaglan  Goitre - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goitre#/media/File:Kone_med_stor_struma.jpg  

In this episode, Dean and Simon try on a handsome man mask and then Simon tricks Dean into eating something bad for him. They finish off by finding out about a short story collection that sounds like it might be quite good actually.  Latex handsome man mask - https://imgur.com/55Nys3t   Article about the old cheese from Egypt - https://allthatsinteresting.com/ancient-egyptian-tomb-cheese   Wikipedia – The Lottery and Other Stories -https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Lottery_and_Other_Stories  

In this episode, Dean and Simon have a look at a Pepsi themed computer game from the 90s and propose a couple of ideas for games themselves. Then, they both have a look at a red-hot Indonesian game and remember fireworks. Finally, they get confused by a Wikipedia article so go to an expert for ‘help’.  Pepsi game - https://www.instagram.com/retroscifiart/reel/C_lvRztPEii/   List of food tie ins - https://www.giantbomb.com/games-based-on-food-products/3015-2999/games/   Sepak Bola Api - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U6VcwebdEbc&t=4s   Wikipedia - Deeds of the Emperor Frederick on the Holy Expedition -  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deeds_of_the_Emperor_Frederick_on_the_Holy_Expedition 

In this episode, Dean returns to the well to draw Simon’s opinion on some more things he found while walking his dog and then Simon shows off his expensive pants. They finish off by having a little think about a philosopher’s creed.  Photo of the items Dean saw - https://imgur.com/yDfhYBT   Expensive boxer shorts - https://www.hermes.com/uk/en/product/rayures-spatiales-boxer-shorts-H266900H7703XL/   Wikipedia – Archie J Bahm - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archie_J._Bahm  

In this episode, and in what might be a first for the podcast, Dean's selection gives Simon the opportunity to speak knowledgably. In return, Simon treats Dean with a new attraction that they've knocked up in China. Finally, the training missions for Man's conquest of Mars are thoroughly evaluated in another classic Random Wikipedia Article section.  Clip from The Sooty Show - https://x.com/archivetvmus71/status/1850960727517118501?t=0dI1U2IYYwvljKCIx_6yIA&s=19   Blowing Flying Kisses Videos - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JpQbnIJkhAE and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swicw356Bv8   Wikipedia – HI-SEAS -  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HI-SEAS  

In this episode, Dean asks Simon to stare into the void as they examine the blackest ever black then Simon informs Dean of a local man’s special vehicular service. Finally, all the stars are recognised when Wikipedia randomly delivers an article about a short-lived American telly programme.  Article on the squabbling about Vantablack and Black 3.0 - https://www.wired.com/story/vantablack-anish-kapoor-stuart-semple/   Pay a man to race you and lose - https://imgur.com/8WGXNRq and https://imgur.com/8u7X75C   Wikipedia – The $treet - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Street_(2000_TV_series)  

In this episode, Simon and Dean assess a machine designed to make the laborious sandwich making task easier and then they have a look at a device to help their hair come back. Finally, two old friends return to weigh in on Australia’s electricity sector and the animals within.  Sandwich making device – https://www.facebook.com/reel/1237007297610903   Baldness helmet - https://www.temu.com/uk/------stimulation---use--109-pcs--promotes---and---g-601099691897752.html?_oak_mp_inf=EJjn8Oym1ogBGgpwZHp1dWVldGRnIJL%2F26WpMg%3D%3D&top_gallery_url=https%3A%2F%2Fimg.kwcdn.com%2Fproduct%2Ffancy%2Fc1aa6a42-734e-4b63-9c64-ae259fdb15b3.jpg&spec_gallery_id=4543009950&refer_page_sn=15498&refer_source=0&freesia_scene=2&_oak_freesia_scene=2&_oak_rec_ext_1=MjQxMTk&refer_page_el_sn=223143&_x_vst_scene=adg&_x_ads_channel=bing&_x_ads_sub_channel=search&_x_ads_account=176283025&_x_ads_set=521332827&_x_ads_id=1319416350125030&_x_ads_creative_id=82463751192700&_x_ns_source=o&_x_ns_msclkid=980b68bf6e4f16e93de70fb0e4b41ef3&_x_ns_match_type=p&_x_ns_bid_match_type=bb&_x_ns_query=weird%20products%20on%20amazon&_x_ns_keyword=weird%20product&_x_ns_device=c&_x_ns_targetid=kwd-82464660544105%3Aloc-188&_x_ns_extensionid=&refer_page_name=kuiper&refer_page_id=15498_1729071874811_bjawytzj84&_x_sessn_id=rjn5jcvatc   Wikipedia - Electricity sector in Australia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electricity_sector_in_Australia