Category Archives: Humour

Countries get the leaders they deserve

Boris Johnson the UK’s worst prime minister and born-again media superstar

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A KGB archaeologist joke

Soviet archaeologists discovered a mummy but were stumped as to its origins. The KGB  offered to help with their inquiries. The mummy was delivered to their headquarters. Two hours later the KGB archaeologist said, “His name is Amenkhotep 23rd.” “How … Continue reading

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Saturday Night Special

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A Paul Merton quip

“My school days were the happiest days of my life, which should give you some indication of the misery I’ve endured over the past 25 years.”

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When does life begin?

A catholic priest, a Church of England clergyman and a rabbi discuss when life begins – “…at conception” said the priest, “…at birth” said the clergyman.  “…when the children grow up, leave home and the dog dies” said the rabbi. … Continue reading

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Sex education in the 1950s

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Fawlty Towers: Top, top sarcasm

Mr. Johnson: “Anywhere they do French food?” Basil Fawlty: “Yes, France I believe. They seem to like it there, and the swim would certainly sharpen your appetite. You’d better hurry, the tide leaves in six minutes.”

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Teaching empathy

Susan was walking in a forest with her daughter when Jill said, “Mum, I’m scared.” “Well imagine how scared I’ll be walking back by myself.”

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What you wish for?

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Wine drinking explained

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