Podcast worth a listen is Stephen Fry's 'Victorian Secrets". This was really interesting. He has one about Edwardian England, but I haven't listened to it yet.
"The Original Folk and Fairy Tales of the Brothers Grimm: The Complete First Edition" is fun too and really delves into multiple versions of popular tales. It is one of those books with short chapters, so you can easily put it down without having to find a good stopping point.
"Merlin’s Tour of the Universe, Revised and Updated for the Twenty-First Century: A Traveler’s Guide to Blue Moons and Black Holes, Mars, Stars, and Everything Far" by Neil deGrasse Tyson. If you can listen to it, that is better, IMO.
"What If?: Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions" and "What If? 2: Additional Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions" by Randall Munroe is one of those books that people think up some crazy shit and it is explained how it could work or would never work.
"Hi Honey, I'm Homo!: Sitcoms, Specials, and the Queering of American Culture" by Matt Baume is fun and informative.
"Napoleon's Hemorrhoids…And Other Small Events That Changed History" by Phil Mason is really awesome. It is AMAZING how a small twist of fate can change history! Some parts are really funny.
I have more suggestions. I stayed away form really serious topics because when you are sick, you should rest, not think too much, and be surrounded by things that bring joy, not stress.
As for shows: "FUBAR", both seasons. FUCKING HILLARIOUS!
"Smiley" is a Spanish comedy, sadly, only one season, but it is super cute!
"Poker Face" with Natasha Lyonne is currently in its second season, but it is a really fun show! On Peacock.
"Murderbot" with Alexander Sarsgaard is a riot. It is currently showing on Apple Plus.
Of course, you can never go wrong with anything by Mel Brooks!
If I think of something else, I'll let you know. If you are looking for something specific, ask. You know me, I have likely seen or heard of it, and if not, my husband has (in regard to movies or TV)!
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