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Somehow Related with Dave O'Neil & Glenn Robbins

Nearly Mediawww.nearly.com.au

Comedians Glenn Robbins and Dave O’Neil are given two seemingly random topics.

Together they have to work out how these very different things are SOMEHOW RELATED.

What is the connection between Nazis and Fanta? Napoleon and Kangaroos? JFK and corsets?

They are all Somehow Related.

Produced by Nearly Media.

www.nearly.com.au

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Episodes

Bunnings Warehouse and the London Underground

Sausage sizzle at the station, Gov? A big thank you to Rob E. in Baldivis, Western Australia for sending in this topic. For anyone outside of Australia Bunnings Warehouse is hardware store that's got a monopoly on the local DIY market. For anyone outside of the UK, the London Underground is a network of subterranean railroads that have a tight monopoly on underground rail travel in England's capital city. Two dominant forces, somehow related to each other, like the Royals are? Check out the Some...

Jan 04, 202141 minSeason 1Ep. 135

Prisoner of War Escapes and Playing Cards

Cards are a good way to pass the time but that wouldn't be enough to get these two together. They're Somehow Related in a more profound way, perhaps. Links to the answer Bicycle Cards Business Insider Popular Mechanics Check out the Somehow Related Facebook Group too. Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good . Original theme music by Kit Warhurst . Artwork created by Stacy Gougoulis . Looking for another podcast? 10 ...

Dec 28, 202037 minSeason 1Ep. 134

Milo and Wrestling

Not one of the characters in Milo and Otis . We're talking about the powder that you put in milk. And wrestling, well that's pretty self explanatory. The two are, like them all, Somehow Related. Link to the answer Wikipedia Check out the Somehow Related Facebook Group too. And tell a friend about the show. Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good . Original theme music by Kit Warhurst . Artwork created by Stacy Gougo...

Dec 21, 202031 minSeason 1Ep. 133

Astronauts and Apple Sauce

Houston, we have a Pink Lady No explanation needed really. It's the link between the NASA people who fly into space and the inexpensive US (and a little in Europe) sweet gooey stuff. Link to the answer Smithsonian Air and Space Not the answer but Glenn's mid-mission spotting (NSFW) Greg Norman on the beach Check out the Somehow Related Facebook Group too. And tell a friend about the show. Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're...

Dec 14, 202042 minSeason 1Ep. 132

Aztecs And Tomato Sauce

The relatively short lived sacrifice-prone civilisation and the common condiment found in either the cupboard or the fridge (let's not get into that argument). Link to the answer Wikipedia Check out the Somehow Related Facebook Group too. And tell a friend about the show. Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good . Original theme music by Kit Warhurst . Artwork created by Stacy Gougoulis . Looking for another podcast?...

Dec 07, 202041 minSeason 1Ep. 131

Vegemite And Checkout Chicks

Very few things in common for these two subjects, but they do have a history. Links to the answer Mental Floss - 11 facts about Vegemite Check out the Somehow Related Facebook Group too. And tell a friend about the show. Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good . Original theme music by Kit Warhurst . Artwork created by Stacy Gougoulis . Looking for another podcast? 10 Questions with Adam Zwar - The same 10 questions...

Nov 30, 202038 minSeason 1Ep. 130

Camels and the Common Cold

Do camels take sick days? Can you get a cold in the desert? Find out on this episode of dromedaries and drowsiness (depending on if it's the day or night tablet). 3AW - Grace, the 9 year old who learned a thing or two about snakes from Russell Coight Thinking Music Doctors smoke Camel cigarettes Codral Ad Links to the answer ScienceAlert Check out the Somehow Related Facebook Group too. And tell a friend about the show. Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice...

Nov 23, 202045 minSeason 1Ep. 129

Tennis Balls And Sir David Attenborough

Are they green or yellow? Either way. Those and Sir David himself. Links to the answer Tennis 365 Check out the Somehow Related Facebook Group too. And tell a friend about the show. Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good . Original theme music by Kit Warhurst . Artwork created by Stacy Gougoulis . Looking for another podcast? 10 Questions with Adam Zwar - The same 10 questions with answers that vary wildly. The Cla...

Nov 16, 202044 minSeason 1Ep. 129

The French Revolution and Picnics

Both something to do on a sunny day, if there's nothing else on. Have a picnic, start a revolution. But the fact they're both largely outdoor activities isn't enough to qualify as somehow related. Links to the answer BBC History Today Thinking music Picnic at Hanging Rock Check out the Somehow Related Facebook Group too. And tell a friend about the show. Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good . Original theme music...

Nov 09, 202043 minSeason 1Ep. 128

Vending Machines And Ancient Egypt

This week we’re joined by Dan Andrews, the official tournament official from The Tattslotto, who needs to give The Press Conference a bit more flair. They used to be really strict, now there's a hippie vibe, there's always a kid playing the violin and there's no telling off! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Support on Lenny.fm: https://www.lenny.fm/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 03, 202034 minSeason 1Ep. 126

Monet and the Lottery

Tickets to the Live Streaming Show on 31 October 2020 Back to the topics. Yes the painter. And yes the gambling method. Artists like Monet could be even rarer than lotto winners. Arguably. Links to the Answer Bonus Paradise Check out the Somehow Related Facebook Group too. And tell a friend about the show. Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good . Original theme music by Kit Warhurst . Artwork created by Stacy Gougo...

Oct 26, 202041 minSeason 1Ep. 126

Pyjamas and Air Raids

Night wear and night terror. One's comfortable, the other is deadly. Pyjamas have been around for centuries, but air raids, not so much. Links to the Answer The Atlantic Check out the Somehow Related Facebook Group too. And tell a friend about the show. Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good . Original theme music by Kit Warhurst . Artwork created by Stacy Gougoulis . Looking for another podcast? 10 Questions with ...

Oct 19, 202038 minSeason 1Ep. 125

Monopoly and Slavery

Tickets to the Live Streaming Show on 31 October 2020 Back to this one. Monopoly, the board game that many of us have played, possibly cheated at while playing. And then slavery which has existed for thousands of years, even to this day. Thinking Music McMillions Trailer Link to the answer The Guardian NY Times The Patent Tickets to the Live Streaming Show Check out the Somehow Related Facebook Group too. And tell a friend about the show. Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network...

Oct 12, 202040 minSeason 1Ep. 124

Narcissism and Eyebrows

Let's start with some quotes from two great writers. “Half the harm that is done in this world is due to people who want to feel important. . . .They justify it because they are absorbed in the endless struggle to think well of themselves.” — T.S. Elliott, writer You must never underestimate the power of the eyebrow. — Jack Black Take the narcissism test! Link to the answer ABC.net.au/News You can read about Mr Narcissus here on Wikipedia Check out the Somehow Related Facebook Group too. And tel...

Oct 05, 202035 minSeason 1Ep. 123

SAO biscuits and the Salvation Army

One's Australian, the other's British. One's from the 19th century, the other's from the 18th. One's a biscuit, the other runs youth groups And, unverified, apparently Arnotts number plates start with S-A-O. Salvation Army Officer's titles start with their rank. Either can help if you're hungry. Links to the answer Wikipedia Check out the Somehow Related Facebook Group too. And tell a friend about the show. Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from G...

Sep 28, 202034 minSeason 1Ep. 122

Bananas And Dna

Old musa acuminata and been-a-long-time deoxyribonucleic acid. Two long names but that's not enough. There's something else going on. Thinking Music From the incredible Curb Your Enthusiasm . Links to the answer Breakthroughs.com How Stuff Works Check out the Somehow Related Facebook Group too. And tell a friend about the show. Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good . Original theme music by Kit Warhurst . Artwork ...

Sep 21, 202037 minSeason 1Ep. 121

Peanuts And Dynamite

In today’s episode we find out what happens when you go missing in the middle of the night without your face mask. You’ll learn some valuable life skills that will help you get through the day, without a scratch. The host talks to Erica McCollough, a former model turned photographer, who went missing while out walking in the dark without a mask. She struggles to find her mask, her earbuds, her jacket, her Beanie Hat, her phone, her keys, anything! She also learns how to pair up, stride, pair up ...

Sep 14, 202036 minSeason 1Ep. 120

The Terminator and $1

The Australian dollar bill was taken out of circulation the same year The Terminator film was released in theatres. That's not how they're related though. Links to the answer ScreenRant Business Insider Thinking music Bill Hader impersonates Arnold Schwarzenegger Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good . Original theme music by Kit Warhurst . Artwork created by Stacy Gougoulis . Looking for another podcast? Post Pan...

Sep 07, 202045 minSeason 1Ep. 119

Credit Cards And Bread

In this episode Franklin discusses the art of patching up a broken fence with spray paint. He explains the art behind painting a fence and the mistakes he’s made along the way. The paint job is a work of art in and of itself. If you want to learn more about spray painting and how to get the most out of your spray paint visit the Bunnings website. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Support on Lenny.fm: https://www.lenny.fm/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 31, 202044 minSeason 1Ep. 118

Holland And Carrots

They're known to be frank, blunt, no-nonsense and frugal. And then there's the Dutch people who are tall and ride bikes? No clues in stereotypes but the two are Somehow Related. Links to the answer Washington Post WebMD Thinking music Austin Powers Faja - YouTube Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good . Original theme music by Kit Warhurst . Artwork created by Stacy Gougoulis . Looking for another podcast? Post Pan...

Aug 24, 202044 minSeason 1Ep. 117

Happy Days And The Heimlich Manoeuvre

The TV show, not Heimlich Tonight! The huge TV show Happy Days! And the way famous way to stop people from choking. Sometimes referred to as 'abdominal thrusts'. Links to the answer The Daily News The Spectrum Anthony Quinn on Wikipedia , not part of the answer Thinking music An original composition by Glenn, Dave and Courtney Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good . Original theme music by Kit Warhurst . Artwork c...

Aug 17, 202043 minSeason 1Ep. 116

Brains and Lime Jelly

Without their hard outer shells (skull and bowl) they're both pretty wobbly. But that wouldn't make for such a great episode. So there's something deeper, something more clever, something... somehow... related. On Facebook? Check out the Somehow Related Group Links to the answer Gizmodo The Straight Dope Thinking music YouTube: That Mitchell and Webb Look - Brain Surgery Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good . Ori...

Aug 10, 202039 minSeason 1Ep. 115

Questions Asked, Questions Answered

In today’s episode you’ll find out how the two girls got their big break, what their big idea was for the show was and how they got their start in stand up comedy. Plus, the hosts answer your burning questions about their favourite parts of the show, the people they’ve met, their favourite moments on the show and if they have a pet peeve. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Support on Lenny.fm: https://www.lenny.fm/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 05, 202029 min

Pirate Eye Patches and the Darkness

The patch can create darkness, but that doesn't explain it. Sam!?!? On Facebook? Check out the Somehow Related Group Links to the answer Mental Floss Children's Museum Thinking music When a stranger calls (YouTube) Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good . Original theme music by Kit Warhurst . Artwork created by Stacy Gougoulis . Looking for another podcast? Post Pandemic - expert insight into what's ahead after Co...

Aug 03, 202031 minSeason 1Ep. 114

Hitler and Golliwogs

Just going to leave this one here. On Facebook? Check out the Somehow Related Group Links to the answer Wikipedia Thinking music Debussy performance Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good . Original theme music by Kit Warhurst . Artwork created by Stacy Gougoulis . Looking for another podcast? Post Pandemic - expert insight into what's ahead after Covid-19 10 Questions with Adam Zwar - The same 10 questions with an...

Jul 27, 202027 minSeason 1Ep. 113

Volkswagen and Sausages

Did sausages get caught lying about their emissions? Are Volkswagen cars made with a thin film around them to keep their parts together? We don't know yet but find out on this episode. On Facebook? Check out the Somehow Related Group Links to the answer Wikipedia Thinking music Herbie movie trailer Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good . Original theme music by Kit Warhurst . Artwork created by Stacy Gougoulis . L...

Jul 20, 202031 minSeason 1Ep. 112

Snakes and Wine

Reptiles, grapes, fangs, vines, scales, fruit, venom, crushing hangover. There's something there. Might it be that wine keeps snakes away? And did you know a country nearby Australia has no snakes. The Ireland of the Pacific! Find out in the episode. On Facebook? Check out the Somehow Related Group Links to the answer Wikipedia Thinking music Sideways movie - wine tasting Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good . Or...

Jul 13, 202032 minSeason 1Ep. 111

Hippopotamus And Soup

These two go way back. But that's for you, Glenn and Dave to find out. Hippo fact. They're an introduced species in Colombia and the USA. Pablo Escobar is responsible for introducing them to Colombia. The Wikipedia article about that is a pretty interesting read. Soup-only facts don't have so many murderous drug dealers. For example; Soups are classified into two groups, clear soups and thick soups, or, Americans eat more than 10 billion bowls of soup each year. On Facebook? Check out the Someho...

Jul 06, 202034 minSeason 1Ep. 110

Doritos and Disneyland

The corn chips and the happiest place in the world (also now home to the NBA). Thanks to John for messaging Sam on Facebook with this suggestion. On Facebook? Check out the Somehow Related Group Links to the answer Business Insider Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good . Original theme music by Kit Warhurst . Artwork created by Stacy Gougoulis . Looking for another podcast? Post Pandemic - expert insight into what...

Jun 30, 202035 minSeason 1Ep. 109

Kamahl and Sir Don Bradman

Did they every do a duet? Maybe roll the arm over together? Got to be something else. But they're definitely Somehow Related. On Facebook? Check out the Somehow Related Group Links to the answer ABC.net.au InternationalCricketHall.com Thinking Music Kamahl reads Lady Gaga Somehow Related is produced by Nearly , a podcast network. The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good . Original theme music by Kit Warhurst . Artwork created by Stacy Gougoulis . Looking for another podcast?...

Jun 22, 202036 minSeason 1Ep. 108
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