Summary
Henry shares his experience with shingles, prompting a lighthearted discussion about the illness and its old-fashioned name. The hosts reflect on the potential future of the podcast, considering what would happen if one of them could not participate due to illness. They joke about the idea of using a basic human intelligence version of AI, humorously referencing the challenges of naming artificial intelligence systems.
The conversation shifts to the topic of taxis and the rise of driverless cars in London, with the hosts debating the implications of this technology on driving culture. They discuss the differences in driving etiquette between London and smaller cities, emphasizing the chaotic nature of urban driving. The hosts also touch on the nuances of small talk in various social situations, particularly in taxis and hairdressers, with one host revealing their newfound comfort in chatting with their barber.
As the episode progresses, they delve into humorous anecdotes about their experiences with taxis and driving tests, including a comedic exchange about the challenges of navigating London's streets. The hosts conclude with a series of listener emails, sharing amusing stories and creative contributions from their audience, maintaining the lighthearted tone throughout.
Show Notes
Taxi drivers in the UK are exempt from having to wear seatbelts so that their passengers have one less thing to strangle them with mid-journey - a sobering little fact and one which perhaps illustrates the nature of the relationship between cabbies and their fares through the ages. Thanks to Phil of Utrecht for suggesting taxis as this week’s topic for the podcast (which has always been and remains steadfastly anti-strangle). Join our PATREON for ad-free episodes and bonus/video episodes: www.patreon.com/threebeansalad Goodbye to the Hyundai video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R7vC6zxNKBI With thanks to our editor Laura Grimshaw. Merch available here: www.threebeansaladshop.com Get in touch: [email protected] Insta: threebeansaladpod
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