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The Curious State of Being British

The last time I checked on my passport, it stated that I was British, not English or indeed half English and half Scottish. As a consequence of being British, when I watched Andy Murray dismantle the world number one tennis player, Novak Djokovic, on Sunday, I found it rather enjoyable. The reason I found it enjoyable is because, just like all the Olympians last ...

Don McCullin

I don't seem to watch much television these days, I just don't get the time in between cricket, children and work. I don't actually miss it really and the time I spend working at home I tend to flick between BBC Radio 4, 5 and 6. However, on Tuesday I found myself watching Alan Titchmarsh designing a Mediterranean garden, followed by a documentary about the ...

Does Hypnosis Work for Smokers?

I went to a hypnotist the other day in a bid to cure my on-going problems associated with social smoking, particularly with a beer or at our Sunday cricket matches. I have to say that it was a terrible experience that left me feeling deflated and ripped off because when I left the building none of my social cravings had been erased. There are several categories ...

The Ten Stone Testicles

When I heard an advert on the TV yesterday promoting a programme called "The man with ten stone testicles" I wasn't entirely sure if I had heard correctly, especially when the woman, presumably on her 150th take, said it without bursting into hysterical laughter. I don't really watch television unless it is a major sporting event, the radio via my computer or ...

Masters of Being Pedantic

I like being pedantic and I a naturally gravitate towards those who excel in what I believe is one of best human traits available to annoy others and stir them from their slumber. Sadly, the most pedantic person I have ever met (Tony Lydeard) passed away earlier this year and his expertise in this fine art is something I still miss badly. However, I am glad to ...