Sun. Yardarm. Now!
Ooh look a bank holiday. Nice if you have one, be generous to those who don't. Especially those who are dealing with croup/whooping cough and other late night medical activities more involving than a leaders debate.
A busy day coming up with Russell Crowe, Eddie Marsen and Ian Hart lined up for 5 Live this afternoon. Two hours of movies from two with Dr. Mark. A little anxious about the Mr Crowe interview as I haven't done him before and he's bigger than me.
Then on that taxibike to head off for the hallowed land of another "All request Friday". Be bold! Choose something truly extraordinary! (as long as it was a hit, everyone likes it, it's up tempo, singalong, great driving tune, appeals to all ages, is under 5 minutes, has no swearing and conforms to EU specifications). And leave it below.
Blimey it's later than I thought. See you at 2/5 on 5/2.
email:simonmayo@bbc.co.uk
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At 09:43 30th Apr 2010, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Tada!
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At 09:48 30th Apr 2010, Kev Williams wrote:Hi Simon,
I'll see your child's croup and raise you a 7 yr old that has just swallowed a marble...
If only for that reason, would you be so kind as to play
DEAD RINGER FOR LOVE by MEATLOAF as a stonker of an opener?
Cheers,
Kev
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At 09:48 30th Apr 2010, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Right then.....
Dear Simon, following on from that great ELO track that you played yesterday, could you please play, as my ARF...
Twilight--- Also by the Elecctric Light Orchestra.
Go on, go on, go on, go on, go on!
Oops did I go on a bit there!
MTF.xx
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At 10:45 30th Apr 2010, Tortie Cat wrote:As Deebee's not here today, just throught I'd mention that if anyone's interested, there's a new piece by Simon in the Daily Telegraph (other papers, etc.)
Back later with an ARF
Tortie x
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At 10:46 30th Apr 2010, misstoedipper wrote:Hi all
Shanghai correspondent here - actually I'm back but quite like the moniker.
So for my first ARF back in Blighty, I would like Meatloaf - Bat out of Hell - a stonking driving song if there ever was one (most of TG viewers agreed with this).
mtd ffb xxx (who actually phoned from China last week and didn't get phoned back......)
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At 10:48 30th Apr 2010, Kev Williams wrote:Hi mtd.
Try as I might, I can;t figure out what TG stands for...probably really obvious but I'm stumped!
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At 10:48 30th Apr 2010, Kev Williams wrote:Just clicked - Top Gear?
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At 10:56 30th Apr 2010, misstoedipper wrote:#7 correct..
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At 11:01 30th Apr 2010, NicRolastic wrote:Morning All,
My ARF opener suggestion is Coldplay - Speed of Sound. What, no JAMES or Morrissey or Radiohead I hear you ask...
Tomorrow sees my first appearance as an umpire in the Staffs League - nervous? me? Hell yeh! Also, the weather forecast isn't great, so rain issues to deal with too. In addition, I am hoping that Liverpool will beat Chelsea (about the only time I can think of where I want Liverpool to win!) and Steve Bruce does his old Manager a favour too...
Nic
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At 11:10 30th Apr 2010, NicRolastic wrote:Me again,
Remarkably, after going for a job interview on Thursday of last week for a 4 month contract job, I got offered the job yesterday and start on Tuesday. It's 25% less than my previous job, but it's a job and who knows what may come of it...just need Deevs to bag something now...
Nic
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At 11:21 30th Apr 2010, Tortie Cat wrote:Well done, Nic - that's great news. Let's hope some of your good luck rubs off on Deevs!
Tortie x
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At 11:51 30th Apr 2010, Kev Williams wrote:#10 - Well done Nic. As you say, a job's a job at the moment. Godo luck!
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At 11:56 30th Apr 2010, Spikey Claus wrote:#10 Nice one Nic! Gives you every excuse to dodge that Scrabble thrashing!
My ARF, as usual, is SWITCHBOARD SUSAN by ROCKPILE/NICK LOWE - No swearing, just a bit of smutty allusion....all harmless fun.
WHY oh WHy oh WHY did the lime barrel get the shove from Milk Tray? (see yester's blog for contextualossity)
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At 12:05 30th Apr 2010, Tortie Cat wrote:Right, have had a think!
ARF - Donna Summer - "No More Tears (Enough is Enough)". Good sing along whilst driving song. Please Simon.
Tortie x
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At 12:08 30th Apr 2010, NicRolastic wrote:Spike,
Also means I have to put off painting the back doors and frames too...every cloud...
Nic
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At 12:15 30th Apr 2010, Spikey Claus wrote:#15 My daily rate is very reasonable.......First Class travel only though....every silver lining...
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At 12:21 30th Apr 2010, Kev Williams wrote:#13 Yes, that was indeed my favourite. Why don;t they bring back the Milk Tray bar? So many varieties in one bar...
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At 13:11 30th Apr 2010, Alice Mathewson wrote:After Timothy Spall spoke about hugging trees, you could get someone on from the Ancient Tree Hunt. They are encouraging people to hug trees to measure them (a hug is 1.5m) and then register ancient/venerable/notable trees on their database. My children think I am mad and sigh deeply when I threaten to hug a tree in their presence!
Thanks
Alice
That last ELO song was FAB - more like that please:)
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At 13:14 30th Apr 2010, deliasmiff wrote:Born to Run ~ Bruce Springsteen
Fun, Fun, Fun ~ The Beach Boys
Summer of '69 ~ Bryan Adams
Any of these for ARF please Simon.
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At 13:18 30th Apr 2010, Paul of Sheffield wrote:Good Afternoon Each! After a morning of careful deliberation and reflection, I have decided upon my ARF.
'Jollity Farm' by The Bonzo Dog DooDah Band, please Simon.
P.S. Chocolate bar still safe!
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At 13:38 30th Apr 2010, CrimboDeevs wrote:Hello
Had to read twice above - Nic rubbing off on me? Whatever next?!!?!
Been and done yet another Agency this morning. We'll see what they can deliver shall we!?!?
Russell Crowe: never been a huge fan of his. He always looks a bit iffy, if you ask me. Can't put me finger on it, he's just not my bag, man!
ARF:
She Sells Sanctuary - The Cult
Gwon gwon gwon!
Deevs
x
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At 13:46 30th Apr 2010, LueyLuey wrote:Hello,
How about Mr Jones by the Counting Crows in honour of your guest?
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At 14:29 30th Apr 2010, Tortie Cat wrote:#20 Re. the chocolate bar - is the answer Portybelle?
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At 15:57 30th Apr 2010, Tortie Cat wrote:Shall I be the official tumbleweed collector today?!
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At 16:02 30th Apr 2010, CrimboDeevs wrote:Blimey! It's quiet, innit!?!? x
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At 16:05 30th Apr 2010, Tortie Cat wrote:Ah, there is life out there, I was beginning to think everyone had deserted me!
Just you and me, then, Deevs!
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At 16:08 30th Apr 2010, Spikey Claus wrote:*scurries in*
and little old me.....
*scurries back out again*
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At 16:12 30th Apr 2010, misstoedipper wrote:It seems to me that the blogpoppets still haven't got the hang of ARF. We need to bombard the blog with as many requests as possible to be in with a chance of beating the twitters and e-mailers to getting the first record played.
Oh and my grandmother couldn't suck eggs to save her life..... ;-).
I'll just repeat my request - Bat out of Hell, Meatloaf.
mtd ffb xxx
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At 16:14 30th Apr 2010, NicRolastic wrote:I'm here too...:-)
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At 16:24 30th Apr 2010, Tortie Cat wrote:#28 Welcome back mtd!
I'm off now - be good. May get back on later, if not, have a good weekend all
Tortie x
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At 17:03 30th Apr 2010, Brandon wrote:Hello All,
Just back from being on the road all day, too late now but my ARF would be anything by The Jam or Traffic very appropriate today. Think Sally's reports could be very lengthy this evening.
Hope everybody having a good day
David
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At 17:26 30th Apr 2010, Paul of Sheffield wrote:Chocolate bar still safe.
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At 17:41 30th Apr 2010, CrimboDeevs wrote:Pah! Who is Mrs of Sheffield then??! x
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At 18:07 30th Apr 2010, KKMac wrote:Hello Lovely Blog Blesspoppets & Simon
- they let me come home while I'm awaiting result. Brain seems intact[!]
Left eye vision a bit flashing lighty but that should calm down. Weird pressure feeling inner ears. Have to stay in bed so can't do much but can still come online - yeah!
Might have to go into S'bury District Hosp this weekend for blood transfusion. Hope not. Hugs to you all
Katy xxx
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At 20:01 30th Apr 2010, CrimboDeevs wrote:Katy
Good to "see" you. Rest, relax and recouperate.
Much love
Cheryl x x x
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At 20:40 30th Apr 2010, Paul of Sheffield wrote:Good to see you back, Katy. Hope you're truly on the mend soon.
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At 20:45 30th Apr 2010, Molly Coddle wrote:Hi Katy,
Good to have you back. Just take care, enjoy the rest, let others run around after you and hope you are feeling 100% really soon.
Love and best wishes, Jackie x
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At 22:01 30th Apr 2010, Paul of Sheffield wrote:I notice that the french chick has lost sanity again.
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At 22:07 30th Apr 2010, Paul of Sheffield wrote:...And, the chocolate bar is STILL safe, surprisingly.
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At 22:21 30th Apr 2010, Molly Coddle wrote:#38 french chick?
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At 22:24 30th Apr 2010, Molly Coddle wrote:#38 Have always been mad, Paul! decided to be true to myself!! Besides, have grown fond of the old moniker!
#40 Bit slow on the uptake!! (Helped by a couple of glasses of Pinot Grigio!)
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At 22:26 30th Apr 2010, Molly Coddle wrote:Is it LueyLuey, Paul?
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At 22:32 30th Apr 2010, Paul of Sheffield wrote:And the winner is...........
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At 22:34 30th Apr 2010, Paul of Sheffield wrote:M
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At 22:34 30th Apr 2010, Paul of Sheffield wrote:C
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At 22:34 30th Apr 2010, Paul of Sheffield wrote:W
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At 22:35 30th Apr 2010, Paul of Sheffield wrote:(tumultous applause)
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At 01:51 1st May 2010, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Did I miss anything?
MTF.xx
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At 09:29 1st May 2010, Molly Coddle wrote:#43#44#45#46 and thankyou for the applause!
Hope you like Minstrels, Paul!!
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At 09:33 1st May 2010, Molly Coddle wrote:#48 Hi MTF. It was a challenge that Paul set for the blog. We had to guess the blog name of Mrs Paul of Sheffield.
#22 Hi LueyLuey!
Mcw x
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At 19:22 1st May 2010, Paul of Sheffield wrote:MCW. Minstrels it is, then. Would you like them slowly savoured, one by one, or just crunched down willy-nilly. Your time starts .....NOW!
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At 20:53 1st May 2010, Molly Coddle wrote:Slowly savoured, methinks! ;)
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At 17:26 2nd May 2010, Tortie Cat wrote:Well done mcw! Hope you enjoyed the minstrels Paul.
Welcome back Katy - hope you're soon fully recovered, and are being well looked after in the meantime.
Tortie x
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At 19:30 2nd May 2010, Paul of Sheffield wrote:For MCW.
I started the first Minstrel at about 10 o'clock this morning. Having allowed the crispy, crunchy exterior to dissolve slowly in my mouth for about five, maybe six minutes, I applied a slight squeezing pressure to the sweet, compressing it between my tongue, and the roof of my mouth. This caused the, by now, very thin shell to lose it's integrity, flooding my mouth with the molten Galaxy chocolate that was previously residing within the confection. The whole experience was an utter delight,only added to by the illicit nature of the act I was performing. (I am a diabetic, and shouldn't really eat sweets). Having allowed the mixture of liquid chocolate and crispy shell to remain in my mouth for a few seconds, causing the release of endorphins throughout my system, I swallowed the first Minstrel.
At about quarter past ten this morning, I popped the second Minstrel into my mouth. This one was closely followed by the rest of the packet, which I am afraid to confess was entirely consumed by about twenty past ten, in a rapid crunching manner, only disturbed by Mr Wareham coming in to pay for his newspaper delivery, and to pick up a copy of The People.
He appeared not to understand my answer to his question "Do you think Wednesday will stay up?" He did not buy any Minstrels from me.
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At 00:47 3rd May 2010, Molly Coddle wrote:#54 Thankyou Paul, should C@dbury's(other chocolate companies are available)want a script writer for their next flake advert, I shall point them in your general direction!
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