Why Would You Tell Me That?

Comedy

About

Why Would You Tell Me That?Award-Winning Comedians and Broadcasters Neil Delamere and Dave Moore take turns seeking out incredible things they think everyone, including their co-host, should know. In each episode, with the help of a genuine expert, one of them will answer the question, “Why Would You Tell Me That?!” @neildelamerecomedy @davetodayfm @whywouldyoutellmethatPresented and Produced by Neil Delamere & Dave MooreEdited by Cathal MinogueMusic by Dave MooreArtwork by Ray McDonnell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  • The Italian Dinny Byrnes

    This episode features Dave recounting the history of Action Park, a theme park known for its dangerous design, and Neil explaining the cultural phenomenon of the "umarell" in Italy, elderly men who observe construction sites. They also pro…

  • Unlucky Numbers & Sneezes

    On this episode of Why Would You Tell Me That?, Neil Delamere and Dave Moore discuss unlucky numbers and the numerology behind them, as well as sneeze-related topics. They also mention supporting the show on Patreon for bonus content.

  • Buses & Funny Walks

    This episode of 'Why Would You Tell Me That?' discusses Bogotá's bus system and offers insight into how actor David Suchet prepared for his role as Hercule Poirot. The hosts, Dave and Neil, each present two facts in this episode.

  • Lego and the Queen's Shoes

    This episode delves into the history of Lego. It also features a story about outer space and morning glory.

  • The Le Mans 420 and the President's Secret Surgery

    In this episode, Dave shares the story of the Whittington brothers, who participated in the Le Mans 24-hour race using funds from drug trafficking. Neil discusses President Grover Cleveland's secret facial surgery performed on a yacht.

  • Arctic Adventures and Salty Romans

    Neil Delamere and Dave Moore discuss the life of a Danish explorer and the historical significance of salt to the Romans. This episode also serves as the announcement for the podcast's return as an ongoing series with a new video component…

  • Why Would You Tell Me That is back from Thursday April 2nd

    The podcast Why Would You Tell Me That? returns on Thursday, April 2nd, with new content including YouTube videos and Patreon bonus episodes. Hosts Neil Delamere and Dave Moore continue to produce the show.

  • Gobbledygook And Silly Criminals

    In this episode, Neil Delamere and Dave Moore explore the origins of the word gobbledegook and discuss various aspects of criminal behavior, including bank robbery disguises and the legality of certain actions.

  • TV’S ALF and Other Mavericks

    This episode explores the production secrets behind the sitcom ALF, an instance of Neil's nationalism surfacing on television, and the legacy of Grace Kelly's father.

  • The Mollasses Flood & The Cheese Consortium!

    Neil Delamere and Dave Moore discuss the history behind Parmesan cheese, Salvador Dali's diving suit experiment, the Boston molasses flood, and the manufacturing process of NBA basketballs.

  • Boozing In Parliament

    This episode explores the history of drinking in the House of Commons, the challenges faced by law professors in historical Bologna, and theories regarding the origins of Earth's water. Additionally, the hosts discuss workplace dynamics an…

  • Insert Feather Here!

    In this episode, Dave and Neil discuss lap dancing, Sabrina Carpenter's connection to the election of the Mayor of New York City, and German bombing strategy. They are joined by comedian John Meagher to discuss historical instances of Brit…

  • Who Are the Real Ghostbusters?

    In this episode of Why Would You Tell Me That?, Dave explores the history of the Ghostbusters name. Additionally, Neil presents three facts relating to New York, music, and sports.

  • A to Z! From Aardwolves to the Zambian Space Race!

    In this episode, Neil Delamere and Dave Moore explore topics ranging from animals and A4 paper to the history of the Zambian Space Race and the origin of the term Devil's Advocate. The hosts also discuss punctuality and individual projects.

  • The Secretive Billionaire Food Family

    In this episode, Dave explores the history of a secretive billionaire family behind common food products, while Neil discusses the original, rejected names considered for the dwarfs in Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

  • My Humps, My Humps, My Lovely Camel Humps!

    Neil Delamere and Dave Moore discuss the history of penicillin, camel biology, a successful medical malpractice lawsuit, and the life of General Garibaldi. This episode covers a variety of trivia topics presented by the hosts.

  • The Island That Moves From Country To Country

    In this episode of Why Would You Tell Me That?, hosts Dave Moore and Neil Delamere discuss moving borders, isolated territories within countries, giraffes, wind turbines, and the story of Napoleon Bonaparte's encounter with rabbits.

  • How To Hypnotise A Chicken

    Neil Delamere and Dave Moore discuss how to induce a trance in chickens and sharks, reference ancient Greece and American history, and explore the measurement of horsepower.

  • The Man Who Eats Everything

    Hosts Dave Moore and Neil Delamere discuss a man known as Mr Mangetout who consumed inedible objects, the survival of a headless chicken, and the history of people painting rabbits during the Tour de France.

  • That Footballer Has No Belly Button!

    Neil Delamere and Dave Moore discuss a Premier League footballer's missing belly button, the names of Tetris pieces, and public embarrassment. They also share details about Dave's radio show and Neil's current comedy tour.

  • The Irishman Who Invented Hot Chocolate!

    Neil Delamere and Dave Moore discuss facts including the Irish inventor of hot chocolate, the 70-year price stability of Coca-Cola, container standardization, and the journey of seeds through an armadillo's digestive system.

  • Tony Flow and the Miraculously Majestic Masters of Mayhem!

    In this episode, Dave challenges the hosts to identify bands by their original names, while Neil discusses the IKEA Effect and a related research study.

  • Do You Fancy Your Ma?

    Neil Delamere and Dave Moore discuss whether people are attracted to those who resemble their parents. Additionally, Dave examines if a bear could out-eat a human in this episode of Why Would You Tell Me That?

  • When Popes Go Wild

    Dr. Kit Chapman joins the show to discuss strange historical papal accusations, while Dave explores a historical man versus beast tale. The episode features an unconventional format break by Neil.

  • Welcome To Bookland

    Dave introduces the concept of Bookland in this episode, while Neil discusses the most generous American of the 20th century and an unusual baseball match. The episode is presented by Neil Delamere and Dave Moore.

  • The Birth of Incredifax

    Neil Delamere and Dave Moore discuss Dave's military connections, the capture of Saddam Hussein, and various facts about the papacy.

  • Get Those Pineapples Out Of McDonald's!

    In this episode, Dave and Neil discuss cricket, a challenging bug, and why pineapples were unsuccessful at McDonald's. They also share stories involving a German home and a Donegal midge impression.

  • The 12-Day Traffic Jam

    Dave Moore explores trivia about notable traffic jams and discusses how insects can be used to determine the temperature. Neil Delamere and Dave Moore present this episode of Why Would You Tell Me That?

  • Skin Me And Hang Me On Your Wall!

    Neil Delamere and Dave Moore discuss the laws regarding deceased persons' tattoos, the evolutionary traits of porcupines, the history of an eight-day hat riot, and why the term Sahara Desert is redundant.

  • Dave Is A Fungi

    In this episode of Why Would You Tell Me That?, Neil Delamere and Dave Moore discuss the history of a classic literary gift, how mushrooms create their own weather, and the origins of cornflakes.

  • The Place That Is Everywhere All At Once

    In this episode, Neil Delamere and Dave Moore discuss a country that spans all four hemispheres, the survival story of a man present during a volcanic eruption, and the etymology of the word curfew.

  • That Fella In The Pub Is Dead!

    In this episode, Neil discusses a case involving poltergeists and a story about Jimmy White. Dave shares facts about the television show Friends and performs reenactments of listener reviews.

  • Dancing Yourself To Death

    Neil and Dave discuss the history of the dancing plague of 1518 and explore a list of unusual car names. The episode also touches on the science behind body odor.

  • Mice Do CPR!

    In this episode, Neil Delamere and Dave Moore discuss mice performing first aid, Gino D’Acampo, horseradish, and more. The pair cover a variety of lighthearted topics in their new show format.

  • The Zoo's Most Expensive Animal

    In this episode of Why Would You Tell Me That?, hosts Dave Moore and Neil Delamere discuss the most expensive animal to keep in a zoo and the origin of the oldest name in the world. They also touch upon potential sponsorship opportunities.

  • Whatchamacallit?!?

    This episode explores the linguistic origins of words like Gizmo, Thingamajig, and Whatchamacalit with linguist Ursula Kania. The hosts also discuss a Finnish phrase for “bouncy cushion satisfaction” and celebrate reaching one million tota…

  • Nuns' Brains In Jars

    In this episode, Neil Delamere and Dave Moore discuss the collection of nuns' brains used in dementia research with Dr. Daniel Nightingale. The show also covers the geographical locations of the US and the history of bird guano.

  • The David Attenborough of Tea Cups!

    Antiques expert and historian Steven Moore joins hosts Neil Delamere and Dave Moore to discuss the history of tea cups and biscuits. Additionally, the hosts reflect on recent work projects and personal endeavors.

  • The Big Irish Head On You

    In this episode, Neil Delamere and Dave Moore speak with historian Dr. Ian Miller about the history of the Irish head. They discuss topics from Ian Miller's book, A History of Ireland in 10 Body Parts, including historical findings like ha…

  • The Queue-rious Science of Queuing!

    In this episode of Why Would You Tell Me That?, hosts Dave Moore and Neil Delamere discuss the science of queuing with guest Brett Little from Arup. They explore how efficient lines are designed and touch on various cultural topics.

  • Make It Rain, Adolf

    Economist David McWilliams joins the hosts to discuss the historical plan by Hitler to drop money over the UK. The episode also explores other financial stories, including the purchase of a US state.

  • Who Owns The Moon?

    Dr. Jill Stuart, an expert in space policy, joins the hosts to discuss the legal and ethical implications of lunar exploration and potential colonization. The episode also features a segment on a legal dispute involving the attempted sale…

  • Speak Like an Irish Person

    Neil Delamere and Dave Moore discuss the unique nuances of Hiberno-English with guest Sonya Matthews. The episode also features details about a US Presidential candidate and other topics.

  • The Man Who Rescues Pop Songs

    In this episode, Neil Delamere and Dave Moore speak with pop music activist Rob Johnson about his work recovering forgotten songs for streaming platforms. The conversation also covers The Who, Dane Bowers, the Cheers theme tune, and a pers…

  • Does Hollywood Want To Kill Us?

    Neil Delamere and Dave Moore return for Season 8 with guest Rick Edwards. They discuss his book on science in movies, the functionality of elevator 'close door' buttons, and a mystery regarding the show Countdown.

  • The Greatest Scam in History

    Dr. Andrew Mackillop joins hosts Neil Delamere and Dave Moore to discuss the story of Gregor McGregor, who orchestrated a major historical scam involving an imaginary country. Part one also features a video shown to Dave by Neil.

  • How to Lose The Tour de France But Still Win!

    In this episode, guest Sadhbh O’Shea discusses the career of Austrian cyclist Gerhard Schönbacher, who famously finished last in the Tour de France twice. The conversation also explores unusual prizes awarded in sporting history.

  • The 100-Year Lie

    Historian Natasha Tidd joins hosts Neil Delamere and Dave Moore to discuss historical instances of fake news, including stories involving Mark Twain and beavers on the moon. The episode also covers methods for avoiding tiger attacks.

  • Chevy Chase, a Famous Rock Band and a Dildo!

    Cody Tucker joins hosts Dave Moore and Neil Delamere to share a variety of facts, including stories about ZZ Top, Martin Luther King, Julia Roberts, and Olympic-Oscar winners. The episode also covers trivia regarding Scrabble, Irish infras…

  • The Time a Tree Nearly Started a War

    In this episode, Neil Delamere and Dave Moore are joined by author Jonn Elledge to discuss odd geographical and historical curiosities, including an international incident involving a tree. The episode also features the origin of the show…