The History of the Traffic Cone

​On this episode of Now That's Not A Very Interesting Podcast, we're diving deep into the surprisingly rich history of an everyday object: the traffic cone. You see them everywhere, but have you ever stopped to think about who invented them, or how they became such an ubiquitous part of our lives? Join us as we uncover the fascinating (yes, really!) story behind these bright orange sentinels of the road. From their humble beginnings to their modern-day variations, you might just find that the history of the traffic cone is, well, not entirely uninteresting after all!

Episode 5: Why Do Tupperware Lids Never Match Their Boxes?

​You know the struggle. That never-ending quest to find the right lid for the right container. In this episode, we're diving deep into the age-old question: Why do Tupperware lids never match their boxes?

​Is it a secret conspiracy, plastic entropy, or just our chaotic kitchens? Join us as we ponder this profound domestic dilemma. Got your own theories or kitchen nightmares? Email us at [email protected]

We'd love to hear from you!

Now That's Not A Very Interesting Podcast Ep: 4 — The Science Behind The Hum Of A Refrigerator

Ever stood in your kitchen and wondered, “Why is my fridge humming?” No? Well… we did.

In this oddly soothing episode, Craig Chapman dives deep into the gentle drone of everyone's favourite kitchen appliance. We explore the science behind the hum, the mechanics of refrigeration, and what your fridge might be trying to tell you (spoiler: it’s not haunted… probably).

Expect light science, fun facts, and just enough nerdiness to get you through your next cup of tea.

🧊 Topics include: – Why fridges make noise – What causes the hum – When a hum becomes a problem – And why silence in your kitchen might be more suspicious

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In this thrillingly tepid episode of Now That's Not A Very Very Interesting Podcast, we bravely venture into the lukewarm world of home insulation to answer a question that absolutely no one has been losing sleep over: Do curtains actually block out cold air?

Join us as we explore the surprisingly not-so-dramatic science behind thermal curtains, air drafts, and whether your window hangings are doing anything other than just… hanging. Expect a mildly educational, moderately meandering, and thoroughly unremarkable conversation that flirts with usefulness—but never quite commits.

Grab a lukewarm beverage, settle in, and prepare to be vaguely informed.

Now That's Not A Very Interesting Podcast – Episode 2: How Long Should a Toaster Last?

This week on Now That's Not A Very Interesting Podcast, we stare deep into the crumb tray of modern life and ask the quietly burning question: how long should a toaster last?

From the dependable chrome beasts of the 1950s to the flaky pop-up divas of today, we explore toaster lifespans, design mediocrity, and just how long it takes before one side stops browning properly.

As always, this episode features the soothing sound of vinyl crackles — because no one asked for dynamic range on a podcast like this.

New episodes published every uneventful Sunday.

Now That's Not A Very Interesting Podcast – Episode 1: The Evolution of Sock Elastic

Welcome to the first-ever episode of Now That's Not A Very Interesting Podcast — the show that boldly goes where no one really asked it to go: into the slow, the small, and the spectacularly unremarkable.

We begin this journey with an in-depth yawn through the evolution of sock elastic. From droopy 18th-century hosiery to the gripping advancements of modern stretch fabric, we trace the thread of sock security through time.

Fittingly, this episode was recorded alongside the gentle crackle of vinyl — because what better soundtrack is there for something this uneventful?

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