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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 13/09/2026
**In The Field – Ep. 80** It ain’t what you do, it’s the way that you say it. […] offgrid.tlmb.net/2026/09/13/in-the-…
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 07/09/2026
**Out-take, episode 79** #OffGridPod out-take. offgrid.tlmb.net/2026/09/07/out-tak…
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 30/08/2026
**Bootleg Squirrel Jingle – Ep. 79** We go in search of a bootleg squirrel jingle, without horses, order a Marguerita, and visit The King in Memphis. === If that sounds like just your sort of shaker of formaldehyde, then pour yourself a fur, sorry, glass […] [Original post on offgrid.tlmb.net]
Soviet red flag flying over a building, flanked in the foreground by other soviet republics' flags
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 16/08/2026
**In The Field – Ep. 78** We all have to play our part, even if we don’t get the credit(s). […] offgrid.tlmb.net/2026/08/16/in-the-…
Two iridescent flies on a grass stalk
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 26/07/2026
**Farleigh Successful Slice – Ep.77** This time around we’re enjoying a Farleigh successful slice of things radioactive, impactful and nitwitted. === If that sounds like the sort of punchy stuff that might make you marvel, then please click play: […] […] [Original post on offgrid.tlmb.net]
A shipping container's open doors - through which the clouds above have clearly escaped.
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 12/07/2026
**In The Field – Ep. 75** It’s time to let our emotions out, maybe via an old song. Don’t you all feel better now? […] offgrid.tlmb.net/2026/07/12/in-the-…
Johnny Depp, airbrushed and weeping, in a film poster
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 28/06/2026
**Yards Short, Taylor – Ep.75** For our 5th (not 9th) anniversary we find ourselves yards short, Taylor, as we pass through New Albany, only hanging around a brief while to swiftly make a few puns. === If that sounds like the sort of thing you wouldn’t […] [Original post on offgrid.tlmb.net]
Painting of a bald man with a grey beard, dressed in period peasant/farmhand clothing, holding a walking stick, in a pastoral setting.
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 14/06/2026
**In The Field – Ep. 74** This time around, we bring you what might be called disastrous advice. But it’s all for the best, really. […] offgrid.tlmb.net/2026/06/14/in-the-…
A "Car Park" sign, with a white arrow, painted on a black board, staked into a grass verge.
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 31/05/2026
**Parrot Blabs Smile Recipe – Ep. 73** In which the lass on the bus may have been pondering ‘Mars (anag.)’, solving a maze, anticipating a dessert at the Fat Duck or worrying about the Bill(y/ie). === If that sounds like your sort of prescription for […] [Original post on offgrid.tlmb.net]
Green/red/blue parrot design in a wall hanging
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 26/04/2026
**Elastic Twang & Pluck – Ep. 72** In which there’s Elastic Twang & Pluck, we price cutlery, consider a crooner’s clobber, and get the blues. === If that sounds like the kind of chemistry you can stomach then please click play: […] offgrid.tlmb.net/2026/04/26/elastic…
Blue tit peeking out of a bird box
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 29/03/2026
**King’s Cousin’s Cooking – Ep. 71** In which the King’s Cousin’s Cooking, we appreciate a joke from a terrible source, get a grip on some names, and try not to say too much. === If that doesn’t sound like the worst possible form of podcast, then please […] [Original post on offgrid.tlmb.net]
Two glass chess pieces, both kings, one clear, one frosted.
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 22/02/2026
**Artificial Zinc Buttons – Ep. 70** In which we pronounce upon Artificial Zinc Buttons, go mining in Missouri, ponder Eddie’s attractiveness, and seek new speakers. === If you don’t find yourself quaking at all that, then please click play: […] […] [Original post on offgrid.tlmb.net]
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 08/02/2026
**In The Field – Ep. 69** Off-Grid, In The Field is a series of mini OGP episodes with just one host and The General. This time, we’re finding our way as best we can, and looking at all the shiny colours and lights. […] offgrid.tlmb.net/2026/02/08/in-the-…
A game board, with lots of messages inked on to it.
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 25/01/2026
**Alan Gardener ’s Sandpaper – Ep. 68** In which we borrow Alan Gardener’s sandpaper, scout for girls, track an arms race, and follow some turtles. === If you think you could roll along fine with all of that, please click play: […] […] [Original post on offgrid.tlmb.net]
Sculpture of a lamb. Blue sky behind, with a wisp of cloud.
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 11/01/2026
**In The Field – Ep. 67** Off-Grid, In The Field is a series of mini OGP episodes with just one host and The General. We’re a-puffin’ along down the alley, pondering the museum exhibits. […] offgrid.tlmb.net/2026/01/11/in-the-…
A ball with swirled and marbled painted surface, yellows, purples and reds.
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 28/12/2025
**Constant Money Timezone – Ep. 66** In which we enter a Constant Money Timezone, turn bioluminescent, slap your thighs, and consider wind chimes in a new light. === If all that sounds absolutely peachy to you, please click play: […] offgrid.tlmb.net/2025/12/28/constan…
#OffGridPod logo: Two cartoon heads engaged in conversation, with their brains on show. One head's lid is open, and icons representing chemistry, literature, music, film and biology are spilling out from it. Above the heads, a pen labelled "General Knowledge" is writing the phrase "Off-Grid", which is spilling out of the bounds of a crossword grid that pokes into the edge of the image.The Penguin Dorothy ParkerBuy Me A Coffee logo
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 14/12/2025
**In The Field – Ep. 65** Off-Grid, In The Field is a series of mini OGP episodes with just one host and The General. Waspish goings on, all written in stone. […] offgrid.tlmb.net/2025/12/14/in-the-…
#OffGridPod logo: Two cartoon heads engaged in conversation, with their brains on show. One head's lid is open, and icons representing chemistry, literature, music, film and biology are spilling out from it. Above the heads, a pen labelled "General Knowledge" is writing the phrase "Off-Grid", which is spilling out of the bounds of a crossword grid that pokes into the edge of the image.Oak apple
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 30/11/2025
**Midwinter Training Gazebo – Ep. 64** In which we erect a Midwinter Training Gazebo, set Liverpool ablaze, play some riffs, get stuffed, and look up at the lights. === If all that is likely to send you into transports of delight, please click play: […] […] [Original post on offgrid.tlmb.net]
#OffGridPod logo: Two cartoon heads engaged in conversation, with their brains on show. One head's lid is open, and icons representing chemistry, literature, music, film and biology are spilling out from it. Above the heads, a pen labelled "General Knowledge" is writing the phrase "Off-Grid", which is spilling out of the bounds of a crossword grid that pokes into the edge of the image.A green and cream-coloured trolley car/tram driving along a European street. The tram's sign says "Salutorget Kauppatori"
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 16/11/2025
**In The Field – Ep. 63** Off-Grid, In The Field is a series of mini OGP episodes with just one host and The General. We’ve whistled up another little episode for you good folk. […] offgrid.tlmb.net/2025/11/16/in-the-…
#OffGridPod logo: Two cartoon heads engaged in conversation, with their brains on show. One head's lid is open, and icons representing chemistry, literature, music, film and biology are spilling out from it. Above the heads, a pen labelled "General Knowledge" is writing the phrase "Off-Grid", which is spilling out of the bounds of a crossword grid that pokes into the edge of the image.Plastic whistle on a table
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 26/10/2025
**Silas ’ Mackerel Paddle – Ep. 62** In which we use Silas’ Mackerel Paddle to try to get you to sleep, yell out strange comments if you won’t, gather nuts in May and pursue our General sort of nonsense. === If you might know which station to stop at […] [Original post on offgrid.tlmb.net]
#OffGridPod logo: Two cartoon heads engaged in conversation, with their brains on show. One head's lid is open, and icons representing chemistry, literature, music, film and biology are spilling out from it. Above the heads, a pen labelled "General Knowledge" is writing the phrase "Off-Grid", which is spilling out of the bounds of a crossword grid that pokes into the edge of the image.
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 12/10/2025
**In The Field – Ep. 61** Off-Grid, In The Field is a series of mini OGP episodes with just one host and The General. We know everything about art, we just don’t know what we like. Lay down and dye! […] offgrid.tlmb.net/2025/10/12/in-the-…
#OffGridPod logo: Two cartoon heads engaged in conversation, with their brains on show. One head's lid is open, and icons representing chemistry, literature, music, film and biology are spilling out from it. Above the heads, a pen labelled "General Knowledge" is writing the phrase "Off-Grid", which is spilling out of the bounds of a crossword grid that pokes into the edge of the image.A bunch of carpets scattered around in a field. There are various chairs on top of them, some upside down.
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 28/09/2025
**Censor Mayonnaise Jingles – Ep. 60** In which we Censor Mayonnaise Jingles, tut at grave-robbers, locate hats, hunt the snark in a poem, and try to translate backwards. === If you’d like to know where all that comes from, please click play: […] […] [Original post on offgrid.tlmb.net]
#OffGridPod logo: Two cartoon heads engaged in conversation, with their brains on show. One head's lid is open, and icons representing chemistry, literature, music, film and biology are spilling out from it. Above the heads, a pen labelled "General Knowledge" is writing the phrase "Off-Grid", which is spilling out of the bounds of a crossword grid that pokes into the edge of the image.A spiral staircase, view from the bottom. Some helium-filled heart-shaped balloons have floated to the ceiling at the top.
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 14/09/2025
**In The Field – Ep. 59** Off-Grid, In The Field is a series of mini OGP episodes with just one host and The General. We’re going digging for balloons. (While having a good think about trees.) Leave a comment! […] offgrid.tlmb.net/2025/09/14/in-the-…
#OffGridPod logo: Two cartoon heads engaged in conversation, with their brains on show. One head's lid is open, and icons representing chemistry, literature, music, film and biology are spilling out from it. Above the heads, a pen labelled "General Knowledge" is writing the phrase "Off-Grid", which is spilling out of the bounds of a crossword grid that pokes into the edge of the image.A hot air balloon in a clear blue sky. Its surface is printed with loads of small pictures of balloons, and it also appears to have lots of small balloons attached all around its surface.
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 31/08/2025
**Athena ’s Parachute Concession – Ep. 58** In which we patronise Athena’s Parachute Concession, swerve a manatee, play a bit of air football, and offer up ice creams for the audience. === If you’d like to place an order for all of that, please click play […] [Original post on offgrid.tlmb.net]
#OffGridPod logo: Two cartoon heads engaged in conversation, with their brains on show. One head's lid is open, and icons representing chemistry, literature, music, film and biology are spilling out from it. Above the heads, a pen labelled "General Knowledge" is writing the phrase "Off-Grid", which is spilling out of the bounds of a crossword grid that pokes into the edge of the image.A mural of George Orwell behind a BBC microphone. Some quotes from him are scattered on the wall.
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 17/08/2025
**In The Field – Ep. 57** Off-Grid, In The Field is a new series of mini OGP episodes with just one host and The General. We’re going bananas about snowmen. But can you tell us which ones, please? Leave a comment! […] offgrid.tlmb.net/2025/08/17/in-the-…
#OffGridPod logo: Two cartoon heads engaged in conversation, with their brains on show. One head's lid is open, and icons representing chemistry, literature, music, film and biology are spilling out from it. Above the heads, a pen labelled "General Knowledge" is writing the phrase "Off-Grid", which is spilling out of the bounds of a crossword grid that pokes into the edge of the image.Small bunch of bananas, in close up. Brown blotches on the skin.
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 27/07/2025
**Tarry Hardware Opinion – Ep. 56** In which we have a tarry hardware opinion, try to stop thinking about our problems, grab something to eat, and chuckle at wily writers. === If the sound of all that doesn’t offend you, please click play: […] […] [Original post on offgrid.tlmb.net]
#OffGridPod logo: Two cartoon heads engaged in conversation, with their brains on show. One head's lid is open, and icons representing chemistry, literature, music, film and biology are spilling out from it. Above the heads, a pen labelled "General Knowledge" is writing the phrase "Off-Grid", which is spilling out of the bounds of a crossword grid that pokes into the edge of the image.Victorian-era illustration advertising Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup: A mother in bed with her two children, reading a newspaper advert for Soothing Syrup For Children Teething
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 13/07/2025
**In The Field – Ep. 55** Off-Grid, In The Field is a new series of mini OGP episodes with just one host and The General. We’re getting lashed by the captain. Leave a comment if you can plot a better course! […] offgrid.tlmb.net/2025/07/13/in-the-…
#OffGridPod logo: Two cartoon heads engaged in conversation, with their brains on show. One head's lid is open, and icons representing chemistry, literature, music, film and biology are spilling out from it. Aboce the heads, a pen labelled "General Knowledge" is writing the phrase "Off-Grid", which is spilling out of the bounds of a crossword grid that pokes into the edge of the image.Side view of a small red and blue yacht, moored to a bunting-festooned floating platform in a lake. A few people are stood on the platform.
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 29/06/2025
**Indexing Herring Royalties – Ep. 54** In which we’re indexing herring royalties, taking a trip to the pharmacist again, and crossing ducks with foxes. === Paddle your kayak over this way, and click: […] offgrid.tlmb.net/2025/06/29/indexin…
#OffGridPod logo: Two cartoon heads engaged in conversation, with their brains on show. One head's lid is open, and icons representing chemistry, literature, music, film and biology are spilling out from it. Aboce the heads, a pen labelled "General Knowledge" is writing the phrase "Off-Grid", which is spilling out of the bounds of a crossword grid that pokes into the edge of the image.A small tripod stands on an atlas, spread open to reveal a map of the UK.
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 15/06/2025
**In The Field – Ep. 53** Off-Grid, In The Field is a new series of mini OGP episodes with just one host and The General. Pitching cheese. How does that sound? […] offgrid.tlmb.net/2025/06/15/in-the-…
#OffGridPod logo: Two cartton heads engaged in conversation, with their brains on show. One head's lid is open, and icons representing chemistry, literature, music, film and biology are spilling out from it. Aboce the heads, a pen labelled "General Knowledge" is writing the phrase "Off-Grid", which is spilling out of the bounds of a crossword grid that pokes into the edge of the image.Small metal hammer lying on grass
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Off-Grid @offgridpod.offgrid.tlmb.net.ap.brid.gy · 25/05/2025
**Rorschach Pyjama Dots – Ep. 52** In which we examine Rorschach pyjama dots, take a deep dive into endless art, and come to an abrupt stop when confronted by ink blots. === If you can cope with heavily-armed fish, click: […] offgrid.tlmb.net/2025/05/25/rorscha…
#OffGridPod logo: Two cartton heads engaged in conversation, with their brains on show. One head's lid is open, and icons representing chemistry, literature, music, film and biology are spilling out from it. Aboce the heads, a pen labelled "General Knowledge" is writing the phrase "Off-Grid", which is spilling out of the bounds of a crossword grid that pokes into the edge of the image.A three-dot ellipsis in which the first dot is a cute dumbo octopus, the second is a rather Cthulhu-esque cuttlefish and the third is a Lempicka-inspired woman's face.
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