Jon Senior's FunkQuest

Is the ​Paranormal a real thing? Find out with John Olsen. John has lived in a haunted house in Bridger​land, 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.

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.

All this and more ...

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?

All this and more...

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 a​ll 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

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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

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