James O'Brien's Mystery Hour
Episodes
A special charity mystery hour - featuring Jones 'The Engineer'
07 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Aled Jones makes a surprise appearance on Mystery Hour
06 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Are there motorbike adverts and the patterns on a cat?
Why do my headphones get tangled up?!
29 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
How are the letters on bus stops decided?
22 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Also, 'man alive' where does that saying come from?
How do the police name their operations?
15 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Also how do posters get in the windows of closed down shops?
When does a Master become a Mr?
08 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Also belly fat, wobbly or hard, what's the difference?
Why are nurseries called nurseries?
01 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Also do ants sleep?
Can a swan break your arm?
25 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Also when was the first ever puzzle?
Food fads - how do they come about?
18 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Also, why do we have stones on railway tracks?
Why are all bubbles white?
12 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
And the the umbilical cord what happens when it's cut off?
Another Mystery Hour With Many Belly Laughs
29 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why did my water freeze?
21 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Also, find out the one question we couldn't get an answer for?
James O'Brien's Mystery Hour - 14 Jul 16
14 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why is there a Pineapple on the top of the Wimbledon trophy?
07 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Your mysteries answered...
Why do birds stand on one leg?
23 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Also why 'erb?
How do you know not to fall out of bed?!
16 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Also why do we use a pencil to vote
James O'Brien's Mystery Hour - 9 Jun 16
09 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Sliced bread, the twins and grunting when you are old? - 2 Jun 16
02 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Another chance to listen to this week's mystery hour
Mystery Hour - 26 May 16
26 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to James O'Brien's phone-in show, which will make you think - and possibly change your outlook on the big stories.
James O'Brien's Mystery Hour - 19 May 16
19 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Mystery Hour - 12 May 16
13 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Toilet roll, why two pieces? - 5 May 16
05 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Why do we never see baby pigeons??!!
Queen Bees battle - 28 Apr 16
28 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Also, where did the term 'bloke' come from?
What's the difference between OBE & MBE - 21 Apr 16
21 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Also how do you rate the 'hotness' of a chilli?
Do snails go to high areas because they know they are going to die - 14 Apr 16
14 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Also why do you keep your elbows off the table?
Why is Easter early this year - 24 Mar 16
24 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
What's the difference between a pea and a bean?
Can you watch your eyes move - 17 Mar 16
17 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Also can you have 2 different bugs at once?
Did the crew eat Babe the pig? - 10 Mar 16
10 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Also 1,2,3,4....and why 5,6,7,8 Why?
Why do we cheers 3 times? - 3 Mar 16
03 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
If you are a Sir can your partner have a title? - 25 Feb 16
25 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Are animals left handed or right handed?
What time zone is space on? - 18 Feb 16
18 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
One caller thinks he has an answer based on trying to save a rabbit's life
Who is the one hit wonder?- 11 Feb 16
11 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Also is a pond ever larger than a lake?
Harvey is James' no.1 fan - 4 Feb 16
04 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Also - do it really need a coffin?!
Why 'Luke' warm? - 28 Jan 16
28 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Another chance to listen to mystery hour
I think we caught someone out cheating - 21 Jan 16
21 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Can you fire a gun in space?
James O'Brien's Mystery Hour - 14 Jan 16
14 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Ok let's stop on the duvet question - 7 Jan 16
07 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Will humans get taller and what use is a spoon in a bottle of your prosecco?
Why do bagels have holes? - 17 Dec 15
17 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why do people kiss under mistletoe? - 10 Dec 15
10 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why aren't we allowed to close the blinds on a plane during take off? - 3 Dec 15
03 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why don't ladybirds get stuck in spider webs? - 26 Nov 15
26 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why don't the animals we eat get rigor mortis? - 19 Nov 15
19 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
What is the origin of 'The Penny Drops'? - 12 Nov 15
16 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why don't dolphins get the bends?- 5 Nov 15
06 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
How are we able to locate sound when it's coming from in front of you? - 22 Oct 15
22 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why do Elephants have big ears?- 16 Oct 15
16 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Make Some Noise Mystery Hour - How can I get my teddy sorted? - 8 Oct 15
08 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why are calulators different to phone keypads? - 1 Oct 15
01 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why is one side of tin foil shiny, and the other isn't? - 24 Sep 15
24 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why do I go deaf when I yawn? - 17 Sep 15
17 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
If i levitate and land, would I be in the same spot? - 10 Sep 15
10 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why do medical symbols have snakes? - 3 Sep 15
03 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why do books start a page with capital letters? - 27 Aug 15
27 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why does a cement mixer go anti clockwise? - 13 Aug 15
13 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
What was a # before twitter - 6 Aug 15
06 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Can a dog smell fear? - 30 Jul 15
30 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Does Robert De Niro ever die in a film? - 23 Jul 15
23 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why do ambulances have cat flaps? - 16 Jul 15
16 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
What is the feeling I get when I think I'm falling? - 9 Jul 15
09 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Can you be stung by a stinging nettle once it is cut?- 2 Jul 15
02 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why does Prince Edward have so many uniforms? - 25 Jun 15
25 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
What do people practice tattoos on? - 18 Jun 15
18 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why do some eggs have chickens in? - 11 Jun 15
11 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why is he called 007 - 4 Jun 15
04 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
What song does an ice cream van play?- 28 May 15
28 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why does my milk get a skin on it? - 21 May 15
21 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why do dipomatic cars have special number plates? - 14 May 15
14 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Where is the line when it comes to buying a Saveloy from up north to down south? - 7 May 15
07 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
What are those things that look like bird houses at the side of the road?- 30 Apr 15
30 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why can i only lift the top left of my lip? - 23 Apr 15
23 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why do I get static from my car trips? - 16 Apr 15
16 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why do pencils have a B in their name? - 19 Mar 15
19 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Can you tickle in wrestling? - 12 Mar 15
12 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why do I always need a wee when i get to my front door? - 5 Mar 15
05 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Can you batter a Savaloy? - 26 Feb 15
26 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Can I paint my ex girlfriends dog for Valentines day? - 12 Feb 15
12 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why is the moon level with my plane? - 5 Feb 15
05 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
How do I become a private detective? - 29 Jan 15
29 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why is it called pins and needles? - 22 Jan 15
22 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
what is a brownie in motion? - 15 Jan 15
15 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Do only cats purr? - 8 Jan 15
08 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Christmas Special Mystery Hour - 18 Dec 14
18 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Do extras talk on set? - 11 Dec 14
11 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why is it called a skip?- 4 Dec 14
04 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
What determines your handidness? - 27 Nov 14
27 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Can a love bird live alone?- 21 Nov 14
21 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Do animals have left or right paw prefernces? - 13 Nov 14
13 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why does my nans apple tree also grow pears?- 6 Nov 14
06 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Can we ever grow wings through evolution - 24 Oct 14
24 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why do air stewards sit facing backwards on flights? - 16 Oct 14
16 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Make Some Noise Mystery Hour special - 9 Oct 14
09 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why is the moon always dull in photos? - 2 Oct 14
02 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why do I float in all swimming pools? - 25 Sep 14
25 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
How can adding water to noodles create more calories?- 18 Sep 14
18 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Where does the squared come from in E=MC2? - 11 Sep 14
11 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Can chickens be born as twins if an egg as two yolks? - 4 Sep 14
04 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Can you see the American flag on the moon through a telescope?- 28 Aug 14
28 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Can animals get jet lag? - 14 Aug 14
14 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
Why are they called Spring Rolls? - 7 Aug 14
07 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...
How far can the human eye see?- 31 Jul 14
31 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered "why", then this is the hour for you. Sometimes simple, sometimes intelligent, but almost always entertaining, probably the be...