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The Fish Slapping Dance was filmed at Teddington Lock in 1971 (broadcast in 1972) and is credited as being the sketch that made Monty Python internationally popular. ‘It works anywhere on the planet,’ Michael Palin said many years later. ‘Even North Korea’. Good evening.

The Fish Slapping Dance was filmed at Teddington Lock in 1971 (broadcast in 1972) and is credited as being the sketch that made Monty Python internationally popular. ‘It works anywhere on the planet,’ Michael Palin said many years later. ‘Even North Korea’. Good evening.

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Happy St Patrick's Day. Or not, as the case may be.

Happy St Patrick's Day. Or not, as the case may be.

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If I'd written this line I'd have retired to an island somewhere with a permanent grin on my face. Prepare for genius.

If I'd written this line I'd have retired to an island somewhere with a permanent grin on my face. Prepare for genius.

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This has to be one of the most repeated Morecambe and Wise one liners ever. In fact, I've lost count of the amount of times I've used it, much to the, at first amusement and more recently embarrassment of my offspring😁

This has to be one of the most repeated Morecambe and Wise one liners ever. In fact, I've lost count of the amount of times I've used it, much to the, at first amusement and more recently embarrassment of my offspring😁

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13 seconds of your time is all I ask. I promise you won't regret it. Good evening.

13 seconds of your time is all I ask. I promise you won't regret it. Good evening.

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How about something quick and cruel from series four of Hale and Pace. I know, Hale and Pace! How common. Good day to you.

How about something quick and cruel from series four of Hale and Pace. I know, Hale and Pace! How common. Good day to you.

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The much missed bona fide national treasure, Dame June Whitfield was born 100 years ago today. She came to prominence way back in 1953 while appearing in the hugely popular radio show, Take it From Here, alongside Jimmy Edwards and Dick Bentley. From there her career went from strength to strength and by the time she appeared in Hancock's Half Hour as the nurse in the legendary episode, The Blood Donor, she'd been a household name for a number of years. Seriously, I cannot think of a more versatile actor than June Whitfield. Her Miss Marple, which she did for BBC Radio, is absolutely superb and I listen to it often. I had the pleasure of interviewing her about a year before she died. The subject was Kenneth Connor, who she knew and had worked with on several occasions (most notably in Carry On Abroad) and, just as you'd expect, she was charming and generous with her time. Anyway, I thought I'd post a quick blast from Ab Fab. It's a great line, beautifully delivered. God bless June Whitfield x

The much missed bona fide national treasure, Dame June Whitfield was born 100 years ago today. She came to prominence way back in 1953 while appearing in the hugely popular radio show, Take it From Here, alongside Jimmy Edwards and Dick Bentley. From there her career went from strength to strength and by the time she appeared in Hancock's Half Hour as the nurse in the legendary episode, The Blood Donor, she'd been a household name for a number of years. Seriously, I cannot think of a more versatile actor than June Whitfield. Her Miss Marple, which she did for BBC Radio, is absolutely superb and I listen to it often. I had the pleasure of interviewing her about a year before she died. The subject was Kenneth Connor, who she knew and had worked with on several occasions (most notably in Carry On Abroad) and, just as you'd expect, she was charming and generous with her time. Anyway, I thought I'd post a quick blast from Ab Fab. It's a great line, beautifully delivered. God bless June Whitfield x

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The mighty Bernard Cribbins would have been 96 today. Actor, entertainer, storyteller par excellence, angler, bona fide national treasure, double Dr Who companion (!) and the nicest person you could ever wish to sit down and help write an autobiography. God bless him!

The mighty Bernard Cribbins would have been 96 today. Actor, entertainer, storyteller par excellence, angler, bona fide national treasure, double Dr Who companion (!) and the nicest person you could ever wish to sit down and help write an autobiography. God bless him!

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Thirty years ago today Kenny Everett passed away. He was the subject of my third biography and I still adore him. As his first love was radio, I've decided to post an introduction he made and used for his shows which you might recognise. God bless Kenny x

Thirty years ago today Kenny Everett passed away. He was the subject of my third biography and I still adore him. As his first love was radio, I've decided to post an introduction he made and used for his shows which you might recognise. God bless Kenny x

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Heads up, kids. Tomorrow, 9pm, Dave Allen - In His Own Words, on Channel 5 👊 Happy New Year x

Heads up, kids. Tomorrow, 9pm, Dave Allen - In His Own Words, on Channel 5 👊 Happy New Year x

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Barbara Windsor would have been 88 today, God bless her. As she’s probably best remembered as being part of the terrifically talented ensemble of Carry On actors, I thought I’d post her first scene in her first ever Carry On film, which was Carry On Spying. God bless Barbara!

Barbara Windsor would have been 88 today, God bless her. As she’s probably best remembered as being part of the terrifically talented ensemble of Carry On actors, I thought I’d post her first scene in her first ever Carry On film, which was Carry On Spying. God bless Barbara!

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This is from a short lived sketch from 2005 called Monkey Trousers, featuring Vic Reeves, Bob Mortimer and Steve Coogan, et al. Only six episodes were ever made but only five were broadcast, although I'm not sure why. One of the recurring sketches from the series was Geordie Astronauts, featuring V&B, Tim Healey and my fellow Boro supporter, Mark Benton. And here's one of them. Good morning.

This is from a short lived sketch from 2005 called Monkey Trousers, featuring Vic Reeves, Bob Mortimer and Steve Coogan, et al. Only six episodes were ever made but only five were broadcast, although I'm not sure why. One of the recurring sketches from the series was Geordie Astronauts, featuring V&B, Tim Healey and my fellow Boro supporter, Mark Benton. And here's one of them. Good morning.

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In celebration of the new heatwave, here's a Public Information Film from the 1970's that you might just recognise. It's one of four films featuring two characters enjoying the good weather: Joe, complete with a handkerchief on his head, and his bespectacled wife, Pertunia, who has a tongue like Gene Simmons from Kiss! Joe was voiced by Peter Hawkins (Bill & Ben, etc) and Wendy Craig voiced the first three films as Pertunia, followed by Bridget Forsyth. The films were made by the same people who brought us Willo the Wisp! Bit of Public Information Film trivia for you. Did you know that Charley the cat from the Charley Says series, was voiced by Kenny Everett! Toodlepip.

In celebration of the new heatwave, here's a Public Information Film from the 1970's that you might just recognise. It's one of four films featuring two characters enjoying the good weather: Joe, complete with a handkerchief on his head, and his bespectacled wife, Pertunia, who has a tongue like Gene Simmons from Kiss! Joe was voiced by Peter Hawkins (Bill & Ben, etc) and Wendy Craig voiced the first three films as Pertunia, followed by Bridget Forsyth. The films were made by the same people who brought us Willo the Wisp! Bit of Public Information Film trivia for you. Did you know that Charley the cat from the Charley Says series, was voiced by Kenny Everett! Toodlepip.

105,204 görüntüleme • 11 gün önce

The great Paul Whitehouse is 68 years old today, which means I am obliged to post this (again!) - arguably the most majestically random but brilliant comedy sketch committed to celluloid for at least the last, what, forty, forty five years? Yes, forty, forty five years. Happy birthday Paul 🤘

The great Paul Whitehouse is 68 years old today, which means I am obliged to post this (again!) - arguably the most majestically random but brilliant comedy sketch committed to celluloid for at least the last, what, forty, forty five years? Yes, forty, forty five years. Happy birthday Paul 🤘

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It's 31 years ago to the day that this was broadcast - for my money one of the most joyous bits of TV ever committed to celluloid. It is, of course, Mr Sting's appearence on The Smell of Reeves and Mortimer. Chitter chatter chit

It's 31 years ago to the day that this was broadcast - for my money one of the most joyous bits of TV ever committed to celluloid. It is, of course, Mr Sting's appearence on The Smell of Reeves and Mortimer. Chitter chatter chit

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David Tynan O’Mahony (AKA Dave Allen) was born on this day in 1936. One of Ireland’s great comic voices and a brilliantly sharp satirist, his work made a lasting impression on British and Irish entertainment, not least because he had such an easy, distinctive way of drawing people in. Sitting on his stool, glass in hand, he made it feel as though he was simply talking to you, pointing out the absurdities of life, religion, authority, and human behaviour with a calm smile and a perfectly timed punchline. On what would have been his 90th birthday, Dave Allen is worth remembering not only as a very funny man, but as someone who encouraged people to think, question, and laugh at the strange business of being human x

David Tynan O’Mahony (AKA Dave Allen) was born on this day in 1936. One of Ireland’s great comic voices and a brilliantly sharp satirist, his work made a lasting impression on British and Irish entertainment, not least because he had such an easy, distinctive way of drawing people in. Sitting on his stool, glass in hand, he made it feel as though he was simply talking to you, pointing out the absurdities of life, religion, authority, and human behaviour with a calm smile and a perfectly timed punchline. On what would have been his 90th birthday, Dave Allen is worth remembering not only as a very funny man, but as someone who encouraged people to think, question, and laugh at the strange business of being human x

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May the benevolent Lord forgive me, but I do believe this is the first time I have posted anything from Big Train, which remains one of my favourite sketch shows from, well, any decade really. This sketch, London to Edinburgh, is one of my favourites from the series, not least because the performances (from Simon Pegg and Amelia Bullmore), are inspired. Good morning.

May the benevolent Lord forgive me, but I do believe this is the first time I have posted anything from Big Train, which remains one of my favourite sketch shows from, well, any decade really. This sketch, London to Edinburgh, is one of my favourites from the series, not least because the performances (from Simon Pegg and Amelia Bullmore), are inspired. Good morning.

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This Two Ronnies sketch was never televised originally (it appeared many years later), but I’ve no idea why. It was written by Ronnie Barker, under the pseudonym Gerald Wiley, and for my money it gives Four Candles a run for it’s money. Seriously, if I’d written something this good I’d just retire immediately. What a talent! Good morning.

This Two Ronnies sketch was never televised originally (it appeared many years later), but I’ve no idea why. It was written by Ronnie Barker, under the pseudonym Gerald Wiley, and for my money it gives Four Candles a run for it’s money. Seriously, if I’d written something this good I’d just retire immediately. What a talent! Good morning.

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A marvellous compilation called Dave Allen, The Immaculate Selection, was on BBC4 last night and while watching it I came across this little beauty. The show is on BBC iPlayer, but if you don't have access it's also on YouTube. Top of the morning.

A marvellous compilation called Dave Allen, The Immaculate Selection, was on BBC4 last night and while watching it I came across this little beauty. The show is on BBC iPlayer, but if you don't have access it's also on YouTube. Top of the morning.

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Are you arsing well happy you dismal, moaning French twat!” In honour of today's British Grand Prix, I am posting one of my favourite sketches from A Bit of Fry & Laurie, which not only stars the terrific two, but was written by them as well. Stephen Fry was supposed to mime or pull the punch at the end, but he accidentally connected. You can see by his reaction immediately after, as he looks surprised and slightly concerned. Cracking right hook! T'is lights out, and away they jolly well go! #F1 #formula1 #stephenfry #hughlaurie

Are you arsing well happy you dismal, moaning French twat!” In honour of today's British Grand Prix, I am posting one of my favourite sketches from A Bit of Fry & Laurie, which not only stars the terrific two, but was written by them as well. Stephen Fry was supposed to mime or pull the punch at the end, but he accidentally connected. You can see by his reaction immediately after, as he looks surprised and slightly concerned. Cracking right hook! T'is lights out, and away they jolly well go! #F1 #formula1 #stephenfry #hughlaurie

79,561 görüntüleme • 14 gün önce

Watching Terry-Thomas cheat at golf is what Sunday afternoons were made for. In other words, if anyone needs me, I shall be watching the Monte Carlo or Bust!

Watching Terry-Thomas cheat at golf is what Sunday afternoons were made for. In other words, if anyone needs me, I shall be watching the Monte Carlo or Bust!

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A Major General of the British Army welcomes the new Defence Secretary. With regards to accuracy, this sketch from the brilliant Tracey Ullman's Show feels like it could be right on the money. Either way, it’s very funny. Good day to you.

A Major General of the British Army welcomes the new Defence Secretary. With regards to accuracy, this sketch from the brilliant Tracey Ullman's Show feels like it could be right on the money. Either way, it’s very funny. Good day to you.

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For me The Marx Brothers are at their best, either alone or collectively, when goading or ridiculing powerful or influential people, examples of which are too numerous to list here. This is one of my favourites though. It’s from the film A Night in Casablanca and features Groucho Marx winding up a self important bigwig, played by Paul numerous to list here. This is one of my favourites though. It’s from the film A Night in Casablanca and features Groucho Marx winding up a self important bigwig, played by Paul Harvey. By the way, did you know that the Irish government banned the Marx Brothers’ masterpiece, Duck Soup, when it came out in 1933, fearing it might encourage “anarchic tendencies”. The ban wasn’t lifted until 2000!

For me The Marx Brothers are at their best, either alone or collectively, when goading or ridiculing powerful or influential people, examples of which are too numerous to list here. This is one of my favourites though. It’s from the film A Night in Casablanca and features Groucho Marx winding up a self important bigwig, played by Paul numerous to list here. This is one of my favourites though. It’s from the film A Night in Casablanca and features Groucho Marx winding up a self important bigwig, played by Paul Harvey. By the way, did you know that the Irish government banned the Marx Brothers’ masterpiece, Duck Soup, when it came out in 1933, fearing it might encourage “anarchic tendencies”. The ban wasn’t lifted until 2000!

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The two highly cultured surgeons from the seminal series, Harry and Paul, Sheridan and Charles, are among my favourite comedy characters ever, I think. In this sketch, Sheridan’s flying solo, with a bit of help from QEII, as voiced by the certified uber talent, Kate Robbins By the way, how are your stools?

The two highly cultured surgeons from the seminal series, Harry and Paul, Sheridan and Charles, are among my favourite comedy characters ever, I think. In this sketch, Sheridan’s flying solo, with a bit of help from QEII, as voiced by the certified uber talent, Kate Robbins By the way, how are your stools?

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don't usually commemorate death dates, but in the case of the mighty James Robertson Justice, I always make an exception. Actor, naturalist, lumberjack, journalist, Royal Navy reservist, linguist, member of the League of Nations, racing driver, secretary of the British Ice Hockey Association, university rector, Music Hall Chairman and subject of my first biography, What's the Bleeding Time, he died on this day in Romsey, Hampshire in 1975 aged 68. Here he is in one of my favourite Sunday afternoon films, The Fast Lady, being taken for a ride by the much missed Stanley Baxter. God bless JRJ x

don't usually commemorate death dates, but in the case of the mighty James Robertson Justice, I always make an exception. Actor, naturalist, lumberjack, journalist, Royal Navy reservist, linguist, member of the League of Nations, racing driver, secretary of the British Ice Hockey Association, university rector, Music Hall Chairman and subject of my first biography, What's the Bleeding Time, he died on this day in Romsey, Hampshire in 1975 aged 68. Here he is in one of my favourite Sunday afternoon films, The Fast Lady, being taken for a ride by the much missed Stanley Baxter. God bless JRJ x

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Birthday boy, Sir Mel Brooks, talks about the difference between being Jewish in Brooklyn, and being Jewish in Abilene, Texas. "I was going to get an Airedale, but I'm going to get a Jew instead" 😂 This is ace!

Birthday boy, Sir Mel Brooks, talks about the difference between being Jewish in Brooklyn, and being Jewish in Abilene, Texas. "I was going to get an Airedale, but I'm going to get a Jew instead" 😂 This is ace!

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If there’s a finer way of heralding in a weekend than watching the opening credits to Galton and Simpson’s Leslie Phillips sitcom, Casanova '73, I’m yet to see it. His reaction when the petrol pump attendent “puts the nozzle in”, kills me every time! 😁 By the way, the entire series is now available to watch on YouTube, if you dare.

If there’s a finer way of heralding in a weekend than watching the opening credits to Galton and Simpson’s Leslie Phillips sitcom, Casanova '73, I’m yet to see it. His reaction when the petrol pump attendent “puts the nozzle in”, kills me every time! 😁 By the way, the entire series is now available to watch on YouTube, if you dare.

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The song, Three Lions, and particularly the line, “football’s coming home”, has been to the England Football team what the name of “the Scottish play” is to suspicious thespians. A fecking jinx, in other words. I much prefer this, Back Home (1970), which I assume refers to the players, who did return home, as opposed to the World Cup, which, erm, didn't. And still hasn't. YET!! Good evening.

The song, Three Lions, and particularly the line, “football’s coming home”, has been to the England Football team what the name of “the Scottish play” is to suspicious thespians. A fecking jinx, in other words. I much prefer this, Back Home (1970), which I assume refers to the players, who did return home, as opposed to the World Cup, which, erm, didn't. And still hasn't. YET!! Good evening.

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I had a discussion yesterday with somebody about Father Ted and we ended up trying to choose, at first, our top 5 moments, which became 10, and then 20. Anyway, here's what I believe was my #4, featuring Ted, Dougal and "Your man from One Foot in the Grave. The, I don't believe it, man". Enjoy the sunshine 🌞

I had a discussion yesterday with somebody about Father Ted and we ended up trying to choose, at first, our top 5 moments, which became 10, and then 20. Anyway, here's what I believe was my #4, featuring Ted, Dougal and "Your man from One Foot in the Grave. The, I don't believe it, man". Enjoy the sunshine 🌞

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Simon Pegg and Nick Frost's attempt to remake Star Wars, which was filmed while they were making the film, Paul, is a thing of beauty, IMVHO. Their go-to on-screen relationship that we've seen in so many films over the years always leaves me wanting more, and this is certainly no exception. Good day.

Simon Pegg and Nick Frost's attempt to remake Star Wars, which was filmed while they were making the film, Paul, is a thing of beauty, IMVHO. Their go-to on-screen relationship that we've seen in so many films over the years always leaves me wanting more, and this is certainly no exception. Good day.

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The genre of Christian Ska may not be that well known, but it's a thing. Be afraid, kids.

The genre of Christian Ska may not be that well known, but it's a thing. Be afraid, kids.

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