Swinging the Lamp

Thor and Rory discuss what makes an influencer and their impact on contemporary society + Thor reveals that he's been trying to influence the Edinburgh comedy circuit with some pacifist influence.

Rory and Thor discuss living to work and working to live and then we swing the lamp with Portsmouth Harbour Master and Ship's Pilot Ben McInnes.

Thor returns from Romania where he enjoyed the wine, while Rory was a bit concerned about the Tesla backlash but took a trip to Eyemouth and was excited about how the boat is progressing at the yard and where the lamp will swing from.

Rory stops by Thor's boat on his way to sail a supertanker and Rory has some good news about Thomas the Tank Engine books.

Thor contemplates a negative Trustpilot review after he discovers all is not well with his boat engine and Rory thinks the North Sea collision might actually be a cock-up rather than a conspiracy.

Thor and Rory talk about the mystery of the sea and how stories shape our understanding.

Thor and Rory discuss the possible advantages of focussing on small things close to home rather than getting too stressed about world affairs.

Thor and Rory consider why contemporary discourse has become more unpleasant and the lively debate is in danger of being consigned to the past.

Thor and Rory discuss what kneeling at the altar of net zero means

Thor and Rory launch Swinging the Lamp with a chat about the extra Flower of Scotland Lyrics