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Collings & Herrin Podcast
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Andrew Collins said:
The new Collings & Herrin Podcast is now ready for listening/downloading. I apologise in advance for its interminable length (51 minutes - we just couldn't stop and there was nobody there to stop us!) and the fact that it gets a bit rude towards the end. We have decided that our podcasts will now have a watershed, and the watershed for this one comes at 40 minutes. Cover all children's ears at that point.
The quality is still as good as the in-built mic on Richard's laptop, but personally, I think it's amazing that it comes out as clear and balanced as it does.
I'd be interested to know if you think it's any good. To be honest, all we're doing is trying to recreate the "live" banter we used to enjoy on my old 6 Music radio show, except without music. I don't listen to many comedy podcasts, so if you have any recommendations that might make ours better, I'd be interested to hear. (Sorry if this has been covered in another thread.)
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On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Paul W said:
Welcome to the forum Andy (is Andy ok?) Anyway Andy, I'll be listening to the podcast later after work.
As you may know you'll get a very honest opinion from people on this forum so don't worry about that.
Looking forward to beasting your podcast or praising your podcast 
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Winterlight said:
I've got a great idea! Maybe you could hold a sketch competition on BSG and the winning one gets performed on your show.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, zooo said:
I just listened, I don't think it felt long at all.
It totally recreates the 6music banter. Whenever I listen to a show where the hosts have a great chemistry, I always wish they could get rid of all the pesky music interrupting their flow, so it's perfect for me.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Andrew Collins said:
Quote: Paul W @ February 16, 2008, 11:52 AMWelcome to the forum Andy (is Andy ok?) Anyway Andy ...
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I'll be honest, I hate Andy. I was called Andy when I was a teenager. (Not that you were to know.) It's kind of you to want to call me anything!
Quote: zooo @ February 16, 2008, 3:01 PMI just listened, I don't think it felt long at all.
It totally recreates the 6music banter. Whenever I listen to a show where the hosts have a great chemistry, I always wish they could get rid of all the pesky music interrupting their flow, so it's perfect for me.
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You're very kind too. It's very like doing the radio show in that it's done during the day, without alcoholic stimulation. (Richard's on the wagon anyway.)
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Aaron said:
And it seems both shows have been deemed good enough for upload on some of those cheeky file-sharing site thingumies! 
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Seefacts said:
I'll download this now.
Went to see Richard Herring the other day doing his new show - it's ace. I recommend it.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, swerytd said:
It is an excellent show. Available on dvd here: www.gofasterstripe.com
Dan
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Leevil said:
Shouldn't this be critique? 
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Martin Holmes said:
Getting listeners involved more is always a good way to improve the shows. The Danny Baker All Day Breakfast show podcasts were fantastic (too bad they had a crappy site Wippit hosting them and it was a pain in the arse to download so they ended up stopping them). But yeah, listener involvement is good.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, zooo said:
Let's gloss over the suggestion of a sketch competition though...
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Rob B said:
I wonder if they are considering moving the podcasts to the Daily Express. Probably a more left wing journal than this site TBH
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Aaron said:
The Telegraph is probably more left-wing than much of this site. 
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Jamin said:
I really like these new podcasts.
Long may they continue !!
Also, im happy with the length of the 2 podcasts weve had so far and would be happy for them to be an hour ish.
I hope Collings and Herring keep going for a very long time to come.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Badge said:
Quote: Aaron @ February 18, 2008, 12:13 AMThe Telegraph is probably more left-wing than much of this site.
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You're definitely old-school Tory if you still think of the Telegraph as the bastion of Conservatism! I think Rob B had it right. Express or the Mail. The Telegraph - jees, even I can read it without getting wound up!
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Aaron said:
Not a bastion, no. Just an example. But let's go with the Mail.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Splodge said:
The best compliment that I could give this podcast is that I've chosen to listen to it this morning before my Rhod Gilbert and Russell Howard/Jon Richardson ones, which I will probably put on during a quiet moment later in the week...
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Leevil said:
Thank you for whispering into our ears. It was a warm sensation which dribbled into my brain and fertilized thoughts of happiness and enjoyment. Better then last week, but the first time is always a bit sticky.
It's still a bit long, but I don't have the attention spa... It's not a bad thing actually, I'd rather you took the chance to stumble onto something funny, rather then playing it safe and cutting it short.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, ajp29 said:
This was was funnier than the first. This is quite an acheivement as I was stone dead sober listening to this one 
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Paul W said:
Quote: ajp29 @ February 25, 2008, 6:07 PMThis was was funnier than the first. This is quite an acheivement as I was stone dead sober listening to this one
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I concur, I feel it had a bit more structure to it this time (It's ok if you took my suggestions on board guys, I'm very flattered
).Good Cast though, looking forward to the next one.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Andrew Collins said:
Podcast number three coming this Friday. Check the usual link. Now also available direct from iTunes!
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, ajp29 said:
Quote: Andrew Collins @ February 27, 2008, 9:15 AMPodcast number three coming this Friday. Check the usual link. Now also available direct from iTunes!
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I don't see how iTunes are going to be able to compete with the media giant that is the BSG but good luck to the little guy
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, zooo said:
Hurray!
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Leevil said:
Potter activities!
Twat's Pussy Snatched!
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Mark said:
Quote: Leevil @ February 29, 2008, 7:26 PMTwat's Pussy Snatched!
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That should get this thread nice and high up on the search engines.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Leevil said:
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, ajp29 said:
Very very funny this week.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Mike Greybloke said:
I hate to be negative, but the background noise in the latest one (number 3) made me stop listening. I guess it might be my computer that made it sound awful, but also it might not.
Did you use a different mic for the last one?
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Leevil said:
Yeah the rustling of the newspapers was quite bad wasn't it?
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, ajp29 said:
Oh yeah forgot about that. Yeah I think you should do your oragami on your own time
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Andrew Collins said:
Quote: Mike Greybloke @ March 1, 2008, 8:06 PMI hate to be negative, but the background noise in the latest one (number 3) made me stop listening. I guess it might be my computer that made it sound awful, but also it might not.
Did you use a different mic for the last one?
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Sorry about that! We had a lot of newspaper articles on the table and I think they made a lot of noise because we don't actually know where the built-in microphone is on the laptop! We must have been rustling against it. Perhaps someone knows where the mic is on an Apple laptop?
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Leevil said:
In the core?
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Seefacts said:
Quote: Andrew Collins @ March 2, 2008, 7:41 PMSorry about that! We had a lot of newspaper articles on the table and I think they made a lot of noise because we don't actually know where the built-in microphone is on the laptop! We must have been rustling against it. Perhaps someone knows where the mic is on an Apple laptop?
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A Mac?
I thought you'd be PC, and Herring would have been Mac?
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Leevil said:
They're not Mitchell & Webb.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Seefacts said:
Quote: Leevil @ March 2, 2008, 7:44 PMThey're not Mitchell & Webb.
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Are they not?
My mistake.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Leevil said:
Wait for them to start charging for the podcast.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Andrew Collins said:
Quote: Leevil @ March 2, 2008, 7:48 PMWait for them to start charging for the podcast.
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Richard was always PC*, but recently relented and went Mac. I've always been Mac. But neither of us wants to be Webb. And I hereby make a solemn promise that we will never charge for a podcast. Frankly, it's not in the spirit of podcasting to charge. And also, who would pay for us talking for 51 minutes and rustling paper.
(I'd really like to know where the built-in mic is, by the way.)
*Not politically correct, obviously. He's never been that.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Leevil said:
Quote: Andrew Collins @ March 2, 2008, 8:14 PMAnd also, who would pay for us talking for 51 minutes and rustling paper.
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Not me!
As for the mic, try looking for a small hole along the frame of the screen.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Seefacts said:
Quote: Leevil @ March 2, 2008, 8:18 PMNot me!
As for the mic, try looking for a small hole along the frame of the screen.
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Yeah, it'll be a hole or a tiny grate of some kind.
Quote: Andrew Collins @ March 2, 2008, 8:14 PMBut neither of us wants to be Webb.
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Poor Webb.
Mitchell IS better though. As are PCs of course.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Leevil said:
Quote: Seefacts @ March 2, 2008, 8:25 PM
Poor Webb.
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Let's wait for him to make Garage - a US Drama about a feisty crime solving mechanic.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Paul W said:
I did listen to it despite the rustling and it was strange parts were quite literally laughed out loud and other bits more meh, but all round I can't complain, I'm still listening (I have subscribed) looking forward to the next one
And a mic on your MAC!? I wouldn't know I only work with good computers.
(Yes we're a site full of computer geeks as well).
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Aaron said:
Quote: Andrew Collins @ March 2, 2008, 8:14 PM(I'd really like to know where the built-in mic is, by the way.)
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It's in the middley somewhere I think. Although, I wouldn't be surprised if it's actually inside the microphone socket thing.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Mike Greybloke said:
Quote: Andrew Collins @ March 2, 2008, 8:14 PMAnd I hereby make a solemn promise that we will never charge for a podcast. Frankly, it's not in the spirit of podcasting to charge.
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Doesn't Ricky Gervais charge for his podcasts?
Ah! I see what you did there.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, zooo said:
He does free ones now.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, ContainsNuts said:
Vodcasts seem to be getting popular despite sounding like something you would do after having 10 Black Russians (the drink not err...). Basically video podcasts so we can see the mutual hate you have for each other in your eyes!
Or you could do a bit of product placement. 
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, zooo said:
Russell Brand is switching to video podcasts too I think, on his weekly show.
But it does mean you have to wash! And wear clothes.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, ContainsNuts said:
Quote: zooo @ March 3, 2008, 6:45 PMRussell Brand is switching to video podcasts too I think, on his weekly show.
But it does mean you have to wash! And wear clothes.
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Has someone told Russell?
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, zooo said:
I hope not.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Aaron said:
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Matthew Stott said:
Quote: Mike Greybloke @ March 3, 2008, 5:14 PMDoesn't Ricky Gervais charge for his podcasts?
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From what I understand, he charged for it to make Karl Pilkington some money out of it, seeing as how he was the main source of the podcasts funny and isnt a multi-millionare like Gervais and Merchant.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Mike Greybloke said:
I'm not saying there was anything wrong with charging a quid a time. Always thought Pilkington got a rough deal out of it, because as you said he was the funniest thing about them.
And far more intelligent and profound than he's given credit for - although maybe that's the joke.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, zooo said:
He's lovely. A tortured poet. (in the body of a Manc.)
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, factotum said:
mr collings, I've had at least 3 journeys home lightened by the C&H podcasts. Funny in general and very funny in places - there's nothing like laughing out loud when your standing on the edge of the tube platform (behind the yellow line, of course) to get elicit a few stares. How does it compare to other comedy spodcasts? very well, sound is fine and the banter between the two of you is great, I'm a fan of richard and only really know you thru your music journalism (and "i heart" appearances!) it works really well and is kinda how I think these things should be. I listen to the Adam & Joe 6Radio ones which are good, but too much reliance on comedy songs and we all know about comedy and songs...
The length is good. Keep it up!
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, zooo said:
Ooh, Adam & Joe are fantastic.
(I like their songs!)
Did anyone else used to watch Collin(g)s & Maconie on the tellybox talking about films and that?
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Paul W said:
Back on topic!
I listened to the latest, and the podcast has really grown on me guys loving it now.
Still one thing I want to mention is the microphone again. Would you guys consider purchasing a better one? It's just a dull annoyance more than anything but £30 - £50 would get you a good quality microphone and you would notice an instant quality improvement and you can rustle papers until the cows come home!
And I shop around for petrol!
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, ajp29 said:
Very funny and you should definately charge for a shorter version I think the sound quality is fine but I didn't listen to it on headphones.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Leevil said:
Yes good show this week, you've now officially grown on me.
I hope you kick em in the Nuts!
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Paul W said:
Just listened to the easter one, liking it as usual guys.
Were you aiming the "we're only talking on this podcast mic for the podcast" at me?
If so... Sweet I've been dissed by a popular podcast.
And if not, what are these "other boards" you've been going on?
Try slipping in calling me a cock next week
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, zooo said:
Number 8 is here!
Even though one of them isn't even in the country.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Perry Nium said:
Hi Andrew
Listened to to one of your podcasts on the train yesterday - dunno which one it was but I did laugh out loud a good few times - especially liked the image of the tramp pissing through a dead man's letterbox. So - for me anyway- keep them coming, they're a blast.
One small gripe - buy a half decent mic! Doesn't have to be pro quality - anything will do better than the built-in mic. You can get a half-decent one from Tandy's for less than a ton. That's only £50 each! And you can claim against tax!
I think.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Paul W said:
Quote: Perry Nium @ April 11 2008, 3:16 PM BSTHi Andrew
Listened to to one of your podcasts on the train yesterday - dunno which one it was but I did laugh out loud a good few times - especially liked the image of the tramp pissing through a dead man's letterbox. So - for me anyway- keep them coming, they're a blast.
One small gripe - buy a half decent mic! Doesn't have to be pro quality - anything will do better than the built-in mic. You can get a half-decent one from Tandy's for less than a ton. That's only £50 each! And you can claim against tax!
I think.
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I suggested it and I basically got told on the podcast to piss off.
But whatever guys, if you never want to beat the nuts podcast...
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Leevil said:
What part did they say that?
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Aaron said:
Quote: Perry Nium @ April 11 2008, 3:16 PM BSTHi Andrew
Listened to to one of your podcasts on the train yesterday - dunno which one it was but I did laugh out loud a good few times - especially liked the image of the tramp pissing through a dead man's letterbox. So - for me anyway- keep them coming, they're a blast.
One small gripe - buy a half decent mic! Doesn't have to be pro quality - anything will do better than the built-in mic. You can get a half-decent one from Tandy's for less than a ton. That's only £50 each! And you can claim against tax!
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Tandy? Do you live in 1996 or something?
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Andrew Collins said:
For the record, we bought some nice mics, and stands, and attempted to make them work on the laptop but they didn't. We are not clever enough to make them work. We plugged them in and everything, and selected external input, but GarageBand was just recording us through the in-built mic, so we gave up and used that.
Number 8 should be better than the previous seven, as the mic in my laptop is better than the mic in his, for some reason.
I have listened to them on my iPod, so I know what they sound like, and I truly think that amateurishness suits the content.
We can never beat Nuts for long, as they have 30-second video clips of uncomfortable looking young women in their underwear, sucking their fingers. We can't compete with that, and don't, in fact, wish to!
Thanks for your continued interest. We love doing them.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Leevil said:
Where can we download this "Nuts podcasts" I need to check it out, to you know, compare.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, zooo said:
Who needs Nuts?
When I listen to number 9, I will imagine Andrew and Richard in their underwear, sucking their fingers.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Mark said:
The next podcast is here (yes its a Monday this time, the guys couldn't record it on Friday you see).
It can be downloaded from the usual place... http://www.comedy.org.uk/podcasts/collingsherrin/
I think some congratulations to Andrew and Richard are due - after just ten episodes their podcast is already becoming a permanent fixture in the iTunes top 20 chart. Here's to the next 10!
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, zooo said:
Hurray!
Ooh, they've gone for a moody look this time.
I enjoy discovering the poses they've gone for in the weekly pic almost as much as the podcast.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Paul W said:
Quote: Andrew Collins @ April 14 2008, 6:58 PM BSTFor the record, we bought some nice mics, and stands, and attempted to make them work on the laptop but they didn't. We are not clever enough to make them work. We plugged them in and everything, and selected external input, but GarageBand was just recording us through the in-built mic, so we gave up and used that.
Number 8 should be better than the previous seven, as the mic in my laptop is better than the mic in his, for some reason.
I have listened to them on my iPod, so I know what they sound like, and I truly think that amateurishness suits the content.
We can never beat Nuts for long, as they have 30-second video clips of uncomfortable looking young women in their underwear, sucking their fingers. We can't compete with that, and don't, in fact, wish to!
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You may need drivers for it? It's most likely you're missing a sound setting, make sure the Mic Boost has a tick in it
As for Nuts podcast competition, my advice is: "if you can't beat em, masturbate."
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, swerytd said:
So, if you can't beat 'em, beat off?
Dan
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Perry Nium said:
Quote: Aaron @ April 11 2008, 3:52 PM BSTTandy? Do you live in 1996 or something?
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Sorry, not Tandy. I meant Rumbelows.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Paul W said:
Quote: swerytd @ May 6 2008, 7:56 PM BSTSo, if you can't beat 'em, beat off?
Dan
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No, yours is funnier, use that one
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Aaron said:
Quote: Perry Nium @ May 14 2008, 12:35 PM BSTSorry, not Tandy. I meant Rumbelows.
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On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Kim Griffin said:
Hello Andrew, tell Richard I say hello.
Just listened to the new podcast. Mental.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, zooo said:
You know all the handsome comedians.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Kim Griffin said:
I only know Richard. He has smashing hair, I'll give you that, but Frankie Boyle?
Really?
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, zooo said:
Yesss!
It may partly be the accent. Which probably won't have the same effect on your good self.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Aaron said:
Quote: Kim Griffin @ May 17 2008, 11:51 PM BSTI only know Richard. He has smashing hair, I'll give you that, but Frankie Boyle?
Really?
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Rule of thumb is that, unless stated otherwise, zooo fancies every British male comedian.
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Seefacts said:
Quote: Aaron @ April 11 2008, 3:52 PM BSTTandy? Do you live in 1996 or something?
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That's quite brilliant.
Quote: Perry Nium @ May 14 2008, 12:35 PM BSTSorry, not Tandy. I meant Rumbelows.
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And so is that!
On Wednesday 31st December 1969 GMT at 7:00 PM GMT, Leevil said:
Tandy!