Category Archives: Humour

Rik Mayal at his finest

Posted on June 12, 2024 by odeboyz

Alan B’Stard: “What is the result of this sloppy socialist thinking? More poor people. In contrast, my policies would eradicate poor people, thereby eliminating poverty. And they say that we Conservatives have no heart.” Note Rik Mayal’s Alan B’Stard’ character … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Richmal Crompton ~ William: The Gangster (1967)

Posted on June 12, 2024 by odeboyz

I read the William books in 1950s Leeds. Leeds was grey, grim and far, far away from William’s world. There were no Vicar’s wives calling round for tea. No maidservants, no summer house, barns or fields. And there definitely weren’t … Continue reading →

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Lies, Damned Lies and Accountancy

Posted on June 8, 2024 by odeboyz

Accountancy Scandal Carillion: Record fine for KPMG over ‘exceptional’ failure – BBC News

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The triumph of capitalism

Posted on June 5, 2024 by odeboyz

Yes, the planet got destroyed. But for a beautiful moment in time, we created a lot of value for shareholders.

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Buying a Barbie Doll

Posted on June 1, 2024 by odeboyz

Assistant: “We have Barbie goes to gym for £10; Barbie goes to the beach for £10; Barbie goes shopping for £10; and divorced Barbie for £300.”Father: “Why is divorced Barbie so expensive.”Assistant: “Divorced Barbie comes with Ken’s house, car, boat … Continue reading →

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Say no more!

Posted on May 29, 2024 by odeboyz
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George Orwell Lives On!

Posted on May 25, 2024 by odeboyz
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Robin Williams on cricket

Posted on May 19, 2024 by odeboyz

“Cricket is basically baseball on Valium.”

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Fancy being a Lord?

Posted on May 11, 2024 by odeboyz
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Cooking for Slackers: Mish-Mash

Posted on May 8, 2024 by odeboyz

Slackers have mothers and their words of wisdom leave an indelible scar. “Don’t waste good food” resonates down the years. Slackers don’t. They put left-over food in a box and three weeks later throw it out. But! Mum was right. … Continue reading →

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