Lions. The kings of the Jungle and the Savannah. Lions have been symbols of strength and power since time immemorial. This episode goes deep into the Lions' den and pulls out the thorns of truth and facts that will surprise and delight you.

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There are so many different sorts of chairs. We use them every day, but how much do we really know about them? In this episode, we explore chairs, ranging from the earliest to the most recent, from the ordinary to the extraordinary.

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Simon's arm goes live. Bruce gets his wires crossed.

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Bats are really incredible. They're mammals that can fly, and they pollinate profusely. They make up around a quarter of all the mammals on Earth. In this episode, we wing our way into the wonderful world of the bat.

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Dinosaurs were around SO much longer than we have been. In this episode, we look into their timeline, their remains and their representation in popular fiction. Plus, we go into the Boner Wars. If you've not come across them, you'll be as fascinated as we were.

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Where would we be without our brains? The fact that we don't know the answer is because our brains find that question tricky. From regulating our breathing and heart rate, to propelling us from one place to another physically, literally, and virtually, our brains are fantastic.

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Industrious little things, beavers. And great for the environment. In this episode, we look into beaver life.

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Skateboards started out as something for skateboarders to do when the surf wasn't up. Today it's an Olympic sport! Follow the story of these noisy, clattery, dangerous bits of wood, fibreglass and silicone on wheels here.

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Libraries are good things. Not needed as much these days, what with the internet? Well, it depends on who you ask. There are still lots of libraries, and they still have their place, from the local lending library to the national institutions. Go and check out your local library. These days, there's more there than you might think. As always, click on the pics to be taken down library-sized rabbit holes.

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Welcome to our 100th episode! Here's a ton of ideas about 100 that won't cost you a cent.

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