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Episode 1622

Sticky Wicket

Is listening to an audiobook for a book club somehow “cheating”? Is there no substitute for engaging with the printed page, or do audiobooks adds a whole new dimension? Plus, a mocktail os an artisanal beverage without alcohol. Is there...

Dibbly-Dobbly, Sledging, and Silly Mid-Off

The term sticky wicket, meaning “a difficult situation” comes from the game of cricket. When wet, the grassy playing field known called the wicket will cause the ball to bounce erratically, creating an unpredictable, challenging surface...

Howzat?

Attend a cricket match and you’re likely to hear the query Howzat? or How’s that? It’s traditionally used to appeal to an umpire to reconsider a call. This is part of a complete episode.

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