Ep 9. Kinetic

In the ninth episode of the twelfth season of the British quiz show Qi, titled "Kinetic," host Sandi Toksvig is joined by regular panelists Alan Davies, Phill Jupitus, and Holly Walsh along with comedian and writer Miles Jupp.

The episode's theme is "Kinetic" and the questions revolve around movement, energy, and forces. The panelists engage in lively banter while attempting to answer the questions posed by Toksvig.

In the initial round, the panelists are shown different objects in motion and are asked to guess what is moving and what force is making it move. They are shown a clip of a fly trapped in a bottle trying to escape. The panelists are asked to guess how long it would take for the insect to die if it continued to fly at full speed without resting. They are also shown a slow-motion video of a golf ball being hit, and are asked about the science behind it.

Later in the episode, the panelists are given a question that requires them to identify an object by the sound it makes. They must guess things like what makes a car sound different from a motorcycle or a helicopter.

Another round involves the panelists trying to identify various types of shadows. Interestingly, they are asked to guess why shadows appear blue even though there are no blue objects in the scene.

The show explores various topics like potential energy, kinetic energy, and the laws of motion. They examine how different objects move and the forces that make them move. The team also discusses rollers coasters and how they are constructed to get the most out of gravity to give passengers a thrilling ride.

Finally, in the last round, the panelists are given a series of clues and must guess a specific word. The panelists demonstrate their quick thinking and wit as they attempt to come up with the correct answer.

Throughout the episode, the panelists engage in humorous discussions, puns, and jokes, making the show entertaining to watch. As always, the show educates as well as engages the audience with its mixture of science and humor.

Overall, "Qi" season 12 episode 9, titled "Kinetic," is an entertaining and educational episode, with the panelists demonstrating their knowledge and wit as they delve into the topics of movement, energy, and forces. The show is a must-watch for anyone interested in both science and comedy.