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I'll give an example. Some years ago a close acquaintance worked on the production of a BBC programme in which prizes were awarded for a competition. Entries were judged and the winners (first, second, third) contacted and sent their prizes. However, before the programme was broadcast the BBC...

Yes. I agree. I wasn't referring to that.

I'm sorry you're hurting, Smurph.

seemed woke. 🙂 I wondered whether the programme-makers might have encouraged folks to highlight their differences during their intros rather than during the course of the series. Having said that, I don't think Amanda mentioned her sexuality until episode 3.

Followed me over here, have you? Oh gawd.

That's enough purity for me. Thread ignored.

The Traitors lineup seems pretty woke this year. Just in case anyone has yet to catch up...

Yay. Those Raiders finishing on a high with a clinical dismantling of the vacationing Chiefs. 14-12. Take that!

if your argument is "Rule by Maduro is definitely better for the people than whatever comes next" then you'd have a job on your hands trying to convince the locals. They're really suffering, and are desperate for regime change, even though they are aware it doesn't come without significant...

I'm not attempting to justify it.

So I was right.

It seems likely you're not up to speed on the plight of the Venezuelans.

They aren't the only ones. There are plenty of Venezuelans who support the American action.

Hats off to the Raiders last night in the clash of the two teams fighting to be the worst in the NFL. I was genuinely concerned we'd thump the Giants thereby surrendering top place in next year's draft order, but for once the Raiders got things right in the back office and surrendered meekly on...

My mate just texted.Here's a "funny" thing. Last Christmas my mate's wife bought him tickets to see ELO's farewell tour. However the gig got cancelled due to illness. Fast forward 12 months. He opened his present earlier and it was VIP tickets to see Chris Rea.

Crimbo songs ought to be retired 20 years after their release date. For 20 years. Then they can be played again for a further 20 years, and so on. Keeps things fresh. See also Bohemian Rhapsody.

Boat Story is on iplayer. It's the darkest of dark comedies. Sheesh, imagine Reservoir Dogs on mushrooms. But Christ, it's dark. I'm loving it, but I have begun checking beneath the bed before I turn in.

Happy Christmas, all. Quiet one this year, just me and Mrs Bear. We'll have a wander around Swansea Bay in the morning exchanging pleasantries with other dog owners then retire to the chateau and fill our faces.

I didn't even realise pancreas removal was a thing - now, never mind forty years ago when his was removed.