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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

There's two separate chances to see the gang in action in London before the year is out! We're back at @rigb.org on 24th October, and tickets are flying out the door for this show which is themed as "Women of the Royal Institution" And let's just say, things might get explosive!

Helen on stage with a guitar. Text reads "Will the Element Song show up? It tends to appear periodically, so we Zinc so."

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Ok nerds, Matt is back on tour very soon! Up first, Cheltenham, Bristol and Bath have the chance to catch Mr Parker in their local theatre for a night of top notch maths based entertainment. Tix: standupmaths.com/shows/

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Back in 2024, a single yellow balloon on the floor, suddenly became an important detail to our online audience. On 24th October, we return to @rigb.org for An Evening of Unnecessary Detail, and it's livestreamed again! What might Sam & the audience focus on this time? fotsn.com/tickets

The distracted boyfriend meme, showing the boy "The online audience" looking at "A balloon on the floor"

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

It's show day! Who's joining us tonight at Up the Creek? The show kicks off at 7.30pm, and there's still tickets you can grab! fotsn.com/tickets

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

It's the weekend, which means you're making plans for next week right? Why not grab yourself a ticket for An Evening of Unnecessary Detail at Up the Creek Comedy on Monday! An incredible line up of nerdy performers ready to regale you with facts & blow your minds with the nerdiest stuff they know.

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

The lineup for our next show is absolutely stacked! There's Steve Mould, Matt Parker and Helen Arney, plus a wonderful lineup that includes Freya McGhee, Matt Pritchard, Vanessa Madu, Michael Akadiri and Sam Hartburn You still have time to grab a ticket and join us at Up the Creek on 7 September!

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

The performers keep on coming! Michael Akadiri is multi-award winning comedian and resident (junior) doctor who has starred in Comedy Central LIVE, ITVs Stand Up Sketch & Channel 4s Stand Up to Cancer. He's joining us at Up the Creek next Monday, and there's still tickets! You coming?

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

We're back with some big ole nerds, talking about big ole nerd stuff next week on 7th September! Plenty of seats left for you to join Helen, Steven, Matt & a wonderful line up of performers for an evening at Up the Creek Comedy Club! Usual gubbins, link below. We would LOVE to see you there.

Matt with his arms stretched out and text around him reads "Nerds n a stage", "Talking about nerd stuff", "A magician?!", "Probably a song or two", "Might be Maths*", "*There will be maths"

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Wayne Young @slartyb.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

@fotsn.bsky.social thanks Mr. Mould. I watched a video you made with Mr. Savage, and now I'm making a 12 strut tensegrity sphere, when I should be doing far more important stuff, like buying food ... (AKA "binary guy")

A jig for drilling holes in the ends of aluminium rods

Aluminium rods with small holes drilled in the ends to accept fine steel wire. These will be components of a 12 strut tensegrity sphere.

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Are we seeing double?! Science magician, Matt Pritchard, will grace the stage at Up the Creek at our next show on 7th September. You've got your tickets right? Best get them soon, cause whilst you see them now, soon you might not? 🎟️ fotsn.com/tickets

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Join stand-up mathematician Matt Parker, experiments maestro Steve Mould and geek songstress Helen Arney at a night full of electrifying live experiments, spectacular songs and mind-bending maths.…

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Freya McGhee is a hotly tipped comedian whose relatable material blends science, dating, and modern life. She'll be joining us at Up the Creek in just over a week! Have you grabbed a ticket yet? 🎟️ fotsn.com/tickets

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

We're back at Up the Creek in just a few short weeks! And joining us is mathematician, singer and songwriter with several gigabytes of unreleased songs, it's Sam Hartburn. Grab your tickets for 7th September to see Sam and a whole lineup of wonderful nerdy performers! Tix at fotsn.com/tickets

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Are you coming to our next shows? You didn't know about them?! Well now you do! 🥳7th September, Up the Creek, Greenwich 🧐24th October, Royal Institution, London 🤩30th November, Cambridge Theatre, West End No excuses now, see you there!

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Have you picked up a copy of Matt Parker's most recent book yet? Why can no two people ever see the same rainbow? What happens when you pull a pop song apart into pure sine waves and play it back on a piano? Matt really does love a triangle, right?

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Love Triangle

What happens when you pull a pop song apart into pure sine waves and play it back on a piano? What did mathematicians have to do with the great pig stampede of

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

It's been a while since we shared this image of Steve dressed as a banana, so here it is as a little treat. Also, we're back with live shows soon, did you know? Tickets are on sale for shows in September, October and December! #SciComm #ScienceComedy #LiveComedy #Science #STEM

Steve dressed as a giant banana on stage.

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

We have THREE shows coming up! Which are you coming to? 👀 Is it Up the Creek in September? Or you coming to the Royal Institution in October? Or will you be in the West End at the Cambridge Theatre in November? Is it all three?! 🎟️ fotsn.com/tickets

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Comedy for the insatiably sci-curious

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

You when you remember that we're bringing "An Evening of Unnecessary Detail" to the Cambridge Theatre in London on 30th November! A full night of incredible acts joining Matt, Helen & Steve on a West End theatre stage! Grab your tickets and we'll see you in the audience! 🎟️fotsn.com/tickets

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Buy Tickets | Festival of the Spoken Nerd

Comedy for the insatiably sci-curious

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Who will be joining Matt, Helen and Steve on the lineup at the Cambridge Theatre!? We're excited to introduce you to the acts in the weeks and months ahead. But tell us, who do you think might be on there? Make sure to nab your tickets to see this show! 🎟️ fotsn.com/tickets

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Join us for one night only at the Cambridge Theatre in London's West End! Steve, Helen and Matt will be there alongside an out of this world line-up that we cant wait to reveal in the months ahead! Tickets can be found at fotsn.com/tickets

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

We're going back to the West End baby! We've frozen ticket prices so you'll get our 2026 show for 2024 money, and they're on sale on Friday 3rd July! 🗓️ 30th November 📍 Cambridge Theatre, London On our mailing list? You have some extra news in your inbox! Buy yours now! fotsn.com/tickets

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

We have news, and it's a big one! But to be the first to find out, you're gonna have to be on our mailing list. Sign up before Wednesday 1st July to have the first chance for tickets, and to see what all the fuss is about! festivalofthespokennerd.com/mail/

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

There's just 3 weeks to go, and we have a question. Are you coming to the BIG Event? Join us in person or online for an incredible lineup of sessions, workshops and hands on interactives. 📆 15th - 17th July 📍 National STEM Learning Centre, York 🎟️ Tickets at www.big.uk.com/BIGEvent2026

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Scientists, researchers, and STEM professionals: applications are open for Comedy Camp, a paid 8-week virtual training program on using humour to communicate science from our pals at HelloSciCom No comedy experience required. Apply by June 30. The info you need at docs.google.com/document/d/1...

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Hey NYC, we're returning to the Big Apple! Matt Parker and friends descend upon the Bell House for "An Evening of Unnecessary Detail" on 12th July! These shows always sell out, so get your tickets fast! fotsn.com/tickets

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

It's show day! Who is joining Steve, Helen and our incredible lineup of performers for tonight's SOLD OUT show at Up the Creek in Greenwich?! No Matt tonight, but he'll be back soon at our next show in September!

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

The History Aunties join us at Monday's show! Roma Agrawal and Subhadra Das will share incredible, untold human stories at the intersection of popular culture, history and science, set against the backdrop of empire. This show is completely sold out, but join the waitlist for last minute tickets!

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

This Sunday, there are two free performances of songs from Helen's new musical about physicist and inventor Hertha Ayrton, "The Cambridge First All-Ladies Fire Brigade” at the Great Exhibition Road Festival! Family Stage at 2.15pm & 4.30pm!

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Family Stage - The Great Exhibition Road Festival

Head to our Family Stage and enjoy a programme packed with interactive performances, music, and science shows especially for families.

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

The early bird gets the worm. But why? Is that even true? Is it lazy to hate mornings? Join Khalil Thirlaway, fellow night owls, as he finally puts an end to the tyranny of the early bird! @drtalksalot.bsky.social is back for more unnecessary detail on 15th June! Remember, this show is SOLD OUT!

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Oh would you look at that? Two new dates for your diary? What could it possibly be? Best add October 24th and November 30th to your diaries, save the date and keep your eyes peeled! Next show is sold out, but tickets available for September 9th! Grab em at fotsn.com/tickets

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Hey, guess what?! This show is SOLD OUT! Join the waiting list if you wanna hear about last minute tickets! fotsn.com/tickets

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

FREE FAMILY EVENT! On 6th June join Helen Arney, Brian Mackenwells and Jenni Pinnock at Cheltenham Science Festival for a family physics singalong and songs from their new show, The Cambridge First All-Ladies Fire Brigade! Find out more www.cheltenhamfestivals.org/events/free-...

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Helen Arney @helenarney.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

OXFORDSHIRE PEOPLE! Come to our FREE family physics singalong workshops! Or get £5 tickets for our concert of @firebrigademusical.bsky.social at an ACTUAL FIRE STATION (bring picnics!) All at GAP Festival in Goring & Streatley on Saturday 20th June... pls share share share! thegapfestival.org

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Katie Steckles @steckl.es is coming to An Evening of Unnecessary Detail, for some maths based nerdery that will no doubt blow your mind. It's highly likely that this show at Up the Creek on 15th June will sell out very soon, so get them now! 🎟️ fotsn.com/tickets

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Alasdair Beckett-King is coming to An Evening of Unnecessary Detail There are very few tickets left for our show at Up the Creek on 15th June! So if you were planning on joining us to see acts like @misterabk.bsky.social, you're gonna have to get them soon! 🎟️ fotsn.com/tickets 📸 by Edward Moore

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Missing our live shows and looking for something to fill the gap? Why not check out out our whole back catalogue of "A Podcast of Unnecessary Detail!" Twenty-four incredibly nerdy episodes of fact filled content to wrap your ears around!

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A Podcast Of Unnecessary Detail | Festival of the Spoken Nerd

Look what just dropped! A Podcast Of Unnecessary Detail Series 3 is now live and listenable on a device of your choosing. Find us by searching for "Unnecessary Detail" wherever you get your podcasts,…

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Go on, grab yourself a little treat. fotsn.com/tickets

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

What amazing performers do you reckon will be at our next show? We're back at Up the Creek comedy club on 15th June with "An Evening of Unnecessary Detail?" You got your tickets yet? #SciComm #ScienceCommunication #ScienceComedy #LiveComedy #WhatsOnLondon

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

We haven't even announced any of the performers yet, and already our next show is more than 50% full! You lot are really ready for this next one right? See you June 15th at Up the Creek in Greenwich! Tickets at www.universe.com/events/an-ev...

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

It's two months till our next show! We know, right? Way too long! But that just means you have plenty of time to look and see that your calendar is in fact free, and that yes you can in fact make it along. Be a pal, and help us sell out, wouldn't you?

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Are there any Magic the Gathering fans here? Of course there are, you are all nerds just like us, of course you play Magic. In Matt's latest video, he explores very large numbers and one of the most popular card games on Earth!

Matt sat behind three large MTG style cards, holding an original version of the game cards

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Who has been to Matt's tour this year? It's brilliant right? Only three dates remaining in Plymouth, Lancaster and Salford next month. Don't miss out, grab the last tickets now! standupmaths.com/shows/

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

🌟 It's show day! 🌟 Are you coming along to Up the Creek for An Evening of Unnecessary Detail tonight? An incredible line-up of nerdery nonsense awaits, so best get your bum on a seat in plenty time! Grab the last tickets by heading to the link below.

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An Evening Of Unnecessary Detail

Join science comedy trio Festival of the Spoken Nerd as their sellout night of nerdy new material lands in Greenwich - the home of everyone’s favourite Prime Meridian! Stand-up mathematician Matt…

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

The final act to announce for Monday's show is is Tom Crosbie! Tom has made a living for over a decade solving Rubik's cubes and remembering things. Trust us; it's better than it sounds. His collection of useless skills really needs to be seen to be believed. Will see be seeing you there?

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

🌟Subhadra Das at An Evening of Unnecessary Detail 🌟 Subhadra is a historian who writes about race science and eugenics, and is here to look at your favourite murder mysteries in a whole new light. 📅16th March ⛳Up the Creek Comedy As always, grab your tickets at fotsn.com/tickets

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

It's less than a week until our next live show at Up the Creek comedy, and what a lineup we have in store! Alongside Steve, Matt and Helen, you can also enjoy the talents of Subhadra Das, Ted Hill, Tom Crosbie, Charlotte Repton and Naomi Fitter! It's going to be a killer show, don't miss out!

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

The Cambridge First All-Ladies Fire Brigade is a musical following the world of physicist and inventor Hertha Marks Ayrton & four of her contemporaries Created by Helen Arney, Brian Mackenwells & Jenni Pinnock, it has a number of upcoming performances to check out! www.youtube.com/watch?v=lkiU...

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The Cambridge First All-Ladies Fire Brigade - Birmingham Hippodrome New Musicals Showcase

Performance featured at Birmingham Hippodrome's New Musicals Showcase. The Cambridge First All-Ladies Fire Brigade is an upbeat ensemble piece by composer Jenni Pinnock, writer Brian Mackenwells and…

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

🌟Naomi Fitter at An Evening of Unnecessary Detail 🌟 Naomi is a professor of robotics by day and stand-up comic by night whose soft-spoken wit has landed her on stages with top comedians and on NPR’s Live Wire. 📅16th March ⛳Up the Creek Comedy You gonna be there? #SciComm #ScienceCommunication

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Spoken Nerd @fotsn.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Matt's tour shows are back very soon! He's in Winchester, Nottingham, Reading and Bromsgrove next week and there's still tickets left, as "Getting Triggy With It" continues! Come watch Matt Parker do the maths. (Every audience member will get some free maths.) standupmaths.com/shows/

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