What's The Difference?

Nathan Bent & Clare Paterson

From true crimes and scams (we steer clear of murder, though) to science and technology, we explore stories where small details made a big difference, and laugh a lot along the way.

  1. 2023. 06. 14.

    S1E16: The Man From Jamaica

    A very personal story today, as we hear about a special man from Jamaica, part of the Windrush generation, who touched many lives and made a huge difference to so many people.   If you enjoy this episode of What's The Difference?, please, please, please subscribe, rate and review to support us; it really is a small detail that makes a huge difference! What's The Difference? is co-hosted by Nathan Bent and Clare Paterson, two data geeks… sorry, enthusiasts, with a fascination for the small details in life that can make a big impact. From true crime & scams, to science & technology, and everything in between.   Click here to join our email list and be the first to hear about each new episode and receive a link to listen directly in the email.  (We won't spam you!)   You can Email us with questions or suggestions, on whatsthedifferencethepodcast@gmail.com   Come and say Hi on social media too: What's The Difference? on YouTube  What's The Difference? on Twitter What's The Difference? on LinkedIn   And remember, "Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does." ~ William James.   Music: "Wasted Tears" by Isaac Elliott from Epidemic Sound via a Pro Content License (Canva) https://soundcloud.com/isaacelliott-music

    35분

  2. 2023. 06. 09.

    S1E15: The Watcher House

    The unsettling story of The Watcher, the mysterious figure who wrote to an unsuspecting suburban family when they bought their dream home.  What did The Watcher want? Why were they writing the bizarre letters? Were the threats for real? And most of all, who was The Watcher? This is the spookiest story we've told, and we can't stop thinking about it. We'd love to hear your thoughts!   If you enjoy this episode of What's The Difference?, please, please, please subscribe, rate and review to support us; it really is a small detail that makes a huge difference! What's The Difference? is co-hosted by Nathan Bent and Clare Paterson, two data geeks… sorry, enthusiasts, with a fascination for the small details in life that can make a big impact. From true crime & scams, to science & technology, and everything in between.   Click here to join our email list and be the first to hear about each new episode and receive a link to listen directly in the email.  (We won't spam you!)   You can Email us with questions or suggestions, on whatsthedifferencethepodcast@gmail.com   Come and say Hi on social media too: What's The Difference? on YouTube  What's The Difference? on Twitter What's The Difference? on LinkedIn   And remember, "Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does." ~ William James.   Sources: https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/crime/the-watcher-house-owner-true-story-netflix-b2219719.html https://www.housebeautiful.com/lifestyle/a41645486/who-lives-in-the-watcher-house-now/  https://nypost.com/2022/11/01/watcher-house-owners-made-58-calls-to-police-since-moving-in/ Music: "Wasted Tears" by Isaac Elliott from Epidemic Sound via a Pro Content License (Canva) https://soundcloud.com/isaacelliott-music

    28분

  3. 2023. 05. 31.

    S1E14: We're taking a break this week

    We're very sorry but there's no episode this week, as we just needed to catch up with life and our respective families. But we will be back soon with more fascinating stories where small details made a big difference. In the meantime, if you've not heard all the episodes yet, check out the rest of Season 1, and let us know what your favourite stories are, from the ones we've told so far. And remember, "Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does." ~ William James.   If you enjoy What's The Difference?, please, please, please subscribe, rate and review to support us; it really is a small detail that makes a huge difference!   What's The Difference? is co-hosted by Nathan Bent and Clare Paterson, two data geeks… sorry, enthusiasts, with a fascination for the small details in life that can make a big impact. From true crime & scams, to science & technology, and everything in between.   Click here to join our email list and be the first to hear about each new episode and receive a link to listen directly in the email.  (We won't spam you!)   You can Email us with questions or suggestions, on whatsthedifferencethepodcast@gmail.com   Come and say Hi on social media too: What's The Difference? on YouTube  What's The Difference? on Twitter What's The Difference? on LinkedIn     Music: "Wasted Tears" by Isaac Elliott from Epidemic Sound via a Pro Content License (Canva) https://soundcloud.com/isaacelliott-music

    1분

  4. 2023. 05. 24.

    S1E13: Lost in Translation

    The difference one little word can make - frustration, hunger, hilarity, and more! Instead of one main story, we have lots of shorter stories this time, all with the same theme of Lost in Translation. And a special thank you to Scott Sammons, our very first guest!   If you enjoy this episode of What's The Difference?, please, please, please subscribe, rate and review to support us; it really is a small detail that makes a huge difference! What's The Difference? is co-hosted by Nathan Bent and Clare Paterson, two data geeks… sorry, enthusiasts, with a fascination for the small details in life that can make a big impact. From true crime & scams, to science & technology, and everything in between.   Click here to join our email list and be the first to hear about each new episode and receive a link to listen directly in the email.  (We won't spam you!)   You can Email us with questions or suggestions, on whatsthedifferencethepodcast@gmail.com   Come and say Hi on social media too: What's The Difference? on YouTube  What's The Difference? on Twitter What's The Difference? on LinkedIn   And remember, "Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does." ~ William James.   Music: "Wasted Tears" by Isaac Elliott from Epidemic Sound via a Pro Content License (Canva) https://soundcloud.com/isaacelliott-music

    38분

  5. 2023. 05. 17.

    S1E12: No such thing as a random number...?

    There is no such thing as a random number. Particularly when it's chosen by a human. Don't believe us? Listen to Nathan explain. And how "Benford's Law" helps unearth fraudsters. It will also help you find out how to be better at committing fraud, but don't do that! If you enjoy this episode of What's The Difference?, please, please, please subscribe, rate and review to support us; it really is a small detail that makes a huge difference! What's The Difference? is co-hosted by Nathan Bent and Clare Paterson, two data geeks… sorry, enthusiasts, with a fascination for the small details in life that can make a big impact. From true crime & scams, to science & technology, and everything in between.   Click here to join our email list and be the first to hear about each new episode and receive a link to listen directly in the email.  (We won't spam you!)   You can Email us with questions or suggestions, on whatsthedifferencethepodcast@gmail.com   Come and say Hi on social media too: What's The Difference? on YouTube  What's The Difference? on Twitter What's The Difference? on LinkedIn   And remember, "Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does." ~ William James.   Sources: https://www.journalofaccountancy.com/issues/1999/may/nigrini.html https://statisticsbyjim.com/probability/benfords-law/ https://nigrini.com/ https://nigrini.com/benfords-law/     Music: "Wasted Tears" by Isaac Elliott from Epidemic Sound via a Pro Content License (Canva) https://soundcloud.com/isaacelliott-music

    22분

  6. 2023. 05. 10.

    S1E11: McDonalds Monopoly Scandal

    We're in Florida, and other places (Clare gets confused!) this time. The FBI are about to get their man, who has been committing crimes for years and years...when they make a small mistake that could have a huge impact! This is the story of the McDonalds Monopoly Scandal, and we discuss who was behind it, and who really got harmed. If you enjoy this episode of What's The Difference?, please, please, please subscribe, rate and review to help us get the podcast out there; it really is a small detail that makes a huge difference! What's The Difference? is co-hosted by Nathan Bent and Clare Paterson, two data geeks… sorry, enthusiasts, with a fascination for the small details in life that can make a big impact. From true crime & scams, to science & technology, and everything in between.   Click here to join our email list and be the first to hear about each new episode and receive a link to listen in the email.  (We won't spam you!) You can Email us with questions or suggestions, on whatsthedifferencethepodcast@gmail.com Come and say Hi on social media too: What's The Difference? on YouTube  What's The Difference? on Twitter What's The Difference? on LinkedIn   And remember, "Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does." ~ William James.   Sources: https://www.mashed.com/130401/how-an-ex-cop-rigged-mcdonalds-monopoly/ https://www.thedailybeast.com/how-an-ex-cop-rigged-mcdonalds-monopoly-game-and-stole-millions https://www.oxygen.com/true-crime-buzz/what-happened-to-jerome-jacobson-of-mcmillions-hbo-doc https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/11713626/mcdonalds-monopoly-scam-mcmillions/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/McDonald%27s_Monopoly   Music: "Wasted Tears" by Isaac Elliott from Epidemic Sound via a Pro Content License (Canva) https://soundcloud.com/isaacelliott-music

    34분

  7. 2023. 05. 04.

    S1E10: Catching a Mafia Boss

    We're in Sicily in January 2023, outside a clinic, where the police approach a sick, elderly man and arrest him. Nathan explains why, and tells us about the decades' long investigation into the Mafia that brought the authorities to this point, and the small details along the way, that had big impacts.   If you enjoy this episode of What's The Difference?, please, please, please subscribe, rate and review to help us get the podcast out there; it really is a small detail that makes a huge difference! What's The Difference? is co-hosted by Nathan Bent and Clare Paterson, two data geeks… sorry, enthusiasts, with a fascination for the small details in life that can make a big impact. From true crime & scams, to science & technology, and everything in between.   Click here to join our email list and be the first to hear about each new episode and receive a link to listen directly in the email.  (We won't spam you!)   You can Email us with questions or suggestions, on whatsthedifferencethepodcast@gmail.com   Come and say Hi on social media too: What's The Difference? on YouTube  What's The Difference? on Twitter What's The Difference? on LinkedIn   Sources: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-64302105 https://www.google.com/search?q=Matteo+Messina+Denaro&rlz=1C1YTUH_en-GBGB1056GB1056&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 https://news.sky.com/story/matteo-messina-denaro-man-whose-identity-was-used-by-prolific-mafia-boss-arrested-in-sicily-12793995 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-64841009   Music: "Wasted Tears" by Isaac Elliott from Epidemic Sound via a Pro Content License (Canva) https://soundcloud.com/isaacelliott-music

    25분

  8. 2023. 04. 28.

    S1E9: No Friend of Mine - The Erin Andrews Case

    This is the story that gave us the name for this podcast, that Clare's been wanting to tell for a long time. We tell you about TV presenter Erin Andrews, and how she was violated in a hotel (another Marriott Hotel - remember the Hotel Hacker in episode 6?) by someone who claimed to be her friend, but was anything but a friend.  If you enjoy this episode of What's The Difference?, please, please, please subscribe, rate and review to help us get the podcast out there; it really is a small detail that makes a huge difference! What's The Difference? is co-hosted by Nathan Bent and Clare Paterson, two data geeks… sorry, enthusiasts, with a fascination for the small details in life that can make a big impact. From true crime & scams, to science & technology, and everything in between.   Click here to join our email list and be the first to hear about each new episode and receive a link to listen as soon as it's available.  (We won't spam you and you can unsubscribe at any time, of course!)   You can Email us with questions or suggestions, on whatsthedifferencethepodcast@gmail.com   Come and say Hi on social media too: What's The Difference? on YouTube  What's The Difference? on Twitter What's The Difference? on LinkedIn     Sources: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/erin-andrews-hotel-settlement_n_571e977fe4b01a5ebde31179 https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/erin-andrews-stalker-sentenced-to-more-than-2-years-in-prison https://www.sportingnews.com/us/ncaa-football/news/erin-andrews-lawsuit-trial-nude-peephole-video-fox-sports-nashville-hotel/1d1mczf8gupx715h4meet1rwf2   Music: "Wasted Tears" by Isaac Elliott from Epidemic Sound via a Pro Content License (Canva) https://soundcloud.com/isaacelliott-music

    30분
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From true crimes and scams (we steer clear of murder, though) to science and technology, we explore stories where small details made a big difference, and laugh a lot along the way.

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    Nathan Bent & Clare Paterson
  • 방송 연도
    2023년
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    © 2023
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