A magic trick you can perform on yourself

The human brain is a magical thing and it’s not wired up in the most straightforward way. Here’s a trick you can perform on yourself, described by the great Stephen Fry on the BBC series QI. You could do it standing up, but seated is probably easier. Also a good idea to not be driving a car.

Let us know in the comments if you've cracked it. Follow QI on Twitter ▶ http://twitter.com/qikipedia Follow QI on Facebook ▶ http://facebook.com/officialQI Follow QI on Instagram ▶ http://instagram.com/theqielves Subscribe on YouTube ▶ http://youtube.com/theqielves This clip is from QIXL Series L, Episode 5, 'Lenses' with Stephen Fry, Alan Davies, Jo Brand, Phill Jupitus and Josh Widdicombe.

Random Martini Trivia

The British quiz show QI remains one of my favourite programs to watch. They have redefined educational entertainment. Their name is short for Quite Interesting, and the main rule of the show is you get points "for being interesting."

After a year of Magic & Martini I get sent lovely clips like this. Here is some interesting background on Martinis in general, and how James Bond prefers them in particular:

May 28: On this day in 1908, Ian Fleming was born. For more visit http://qi.com From QI Series A, Episode 08

If you're a fan of things British, you will recognize the original host of Whose Line Is It Anyway, Clive Anderson and one of the world's most delightful all around humans, Stephen Fry.