8: Paralympics Part 2
Sep 06, 2024
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James & Anna speak to Paralympians Will Bayley, Charlotte Henshaw and Jody Cundy. They’re then joined by comedian Rosie Jones, who challenges them to a quiz on the Paralympics. Thanks to Paralympics GB for their assistance in making this show. This episode was presented by Anna Ptaszynski and James Harkin Contributions from Will Bayley, Charlotte Henshaw, Jody Cundy and Rosie Jones. Produced by Molly Windust and James Harkin Sound recording and outdoor editing by Adrian Bradley Studio editing by James Harkin Graphic design and sound design by Alex Bell Sound engineering by Leying Lee Production Assistance by Natascha McQueen and Tara Dorrell And for more sporting stories and curiosities, James and Anna's book, A Load of Old Balls is out now. This was a QI Ltd Production.
7: Paralympics Part 1
Sep 02, 2024
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James & Anna speak to Paralympians Erin Kennedy & Benjamin Pritchard; Robyn Love & Laurie Williams; and Becky Redfern & Grace Harvey. They’re then joined by comedian Rosie Jones, who describes her own experience of the Paralympics. Thanks to Paralympics GB for their assistance in making this show. This episode was presented by Anna Ptaszynski and James Harkin Contributions from Erin Kennedy & Benjamin Pritchard as well as Robyn Love & Laurie Williams, Becky Redfern & Grace Harvey, and Rosie Jones. Produced by Molly Windust and James Harkin Sound recording and outdoor editing by Adrian Bradley Studio editing by James Harkin Graphic design and sound design by Alex Bell Sound engineering by Leying Lee Production Assistance by Natascha McQueen and Tara Dorrell And for more sporting stories and curiosities, James and Anna's book, A Load of Old Balls is out now. This was a QI Ltd Production.
6: Track and Field
Aug 26, 2024
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James & Anna meet former Olympic heptathlete Kelly Sotherton and attempt their own makeshift tetrathlon. Thanks to Finsbury Park running track and Team GB for their assistance in making this show. This episode was presented by Anna Ptaszynski and James Harkin Contributions from Kelly Sotherton and Jo Hobson Produced by Molly Windust and James Harkin Sound recording and outdoor editing by Adrian Bradley Studio editing by James Harkin Graphic design and sound design by Alex Bell Sound engineering by Leying Lee Production Assistance by Natascha McQueen and Tara Dorrell And for more sporting stories and curiosities, James and Anna's book, A Load of Old Balls is out now. This was a QI Ltd Production.
5: Climbing
Aug 19, 2024
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James & Anna speak to Team GB sport climber Molly Thompson-Smith, try their hand at bouldering, and race each other to the top of a wall. Thanks to HarroWall Climbing Centre and Team GB for their assistance in making this show. This episode was presented by Anna Ptaszynski and James Harkin Contributions from Molly Thompson-Smith, Jonathan Stone and Michelle Martin Produced by Molly Windust and James Harkin Sound recording and outdoor editing by Adrian Bradley Studio editing by James Harkin Graphic design and sound design by Alex Bell Sound engineering by Leying Lee Production Assistance by Natascha McQueen and Tara Dorrell And for more sporting stories and curiosities, James and Anna's book, A Load of Old Balls is out now. This was a QI Ltd Production.
4: Archery
Aug 12, 2024
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James and Anna speak to TeamGB archer Tom Hall and archery coach Jamila Bi, before having a shooting competition of their own. Thanks to Archery Fit, Crescent Archery, Archery GB and Team GB for their assistance in making this show. This episode was presented by Anna Ptaszynski and James Harkin Contributions from Jamila Bi, Tom Hall and Oliver Yap Produced by Molly Windust and James Harkin Sound recording and outdoor editing by Adrian Bradley Studio editing by James Harkin Graphic design and sound design by Alex Bell Sound engineering by Leying Lee Production Assistance by Natascha McQueen and Tara Dorrell And for more sporting stories and curiosities, James and Anna's book, A Load of Old Balls is out now. This was a QI Ltd Production.
3: Cycling
Aug 05, 2024
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James and Anna speak to Jane Rumble from UK Anti-Doping and TeamGB cyclist Josie Knight, before competing in their own race around a velodrome. Thanks to Herne Hill Velodrome and TeamGB for their assistance in making this show. This episode was presented by Anna Ptaszynski and James Harkin Contributions from Josie Knight, Jane Rumble and Thea Smith Produced by Molly Windust and James Harkin Sound recording and outdoor editing by Adrian Bradley Studio editing by James Harkin Graphic design and sound design by Alex Bell Sound engineering by Ethan Ruparelia Production Assistance by Natascha McQueen and Tara Dorrell And for more sporting stories and curiosities, James and Anna's book, A Load of Old Balls is out now. This was a QI Ltd Production.
2: Table Tennis
Jul 29, 2024
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James & Anna speak to Liam Pitchford and Nico Caltabiano, and take to the streets to try their hand at table tennis. And for more sporting stories and curiosities, James and Anna's book, A Load of Old Balls is out now. This episode was presented by Anna Ptaszynski and James Harkin Contributions from Liam Pitchford and Nico Caltabiano Produced by Molly Windust and James Harkin Sound recording and outdoor editing by Adrian Bradley Studio editing by James Harkin Graphic design and sound design by Alex Bell Sound engineering by Leying Lee Production Assistance by Natascha McQueen and Tara Dorrell This was a QI Ltd Production.
1: Rowing
Jul 22, 2024
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James & Anna speak to Team GB’s Imogen Grant (lightweight sculls) and Eve Stewart (coxed eights) about their paths to Paris2024, and then take to the water themselves in a time trial along the Thames. Thanks to Fulham Reach Boat Club and TeamGB for their assistance in making this episode. And for more sporting stories and curiosities, James and Anna's book, A Load of Old Balls is out now. This episode was presented by Anna Ptaszynski and James Harkin Contributions from Andrew Doughty, Imogen Grant and Eve Stewart Produced by Molly Windust and James Harkin Sound recording and outdoor editing by Adrian Bradley Studio editing by James Harkin Graphic design and sound design by Alex Bell Sound engineering by Leying Lee Production Assistance by Natascha McQueen and Tara Dorrell This was a QI Ltd Production.
Trailer
Jun 28, 2024
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A new series from the makers of QI and No Such Thing As A Fish: James Harkin and Anna Ptaszynski tackle the interesting side of sports. Featuring professional athletes gunning for gold in this year's Olympics, teams working behind the scenes, and more. Coming soon - follow now! And for more sporting stories and curiosities, James and Anna's book, A Load of Old Balls is out now.
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