History, Politics And Current Affairs

Star Trek: Year One has been pitched as the sequel to SNW. I have mixed feelings about this. While I have a tenuous family connection to one of the SNW cast and naturally want to see him in work, I'm also wary about stepping on the toes of TOS. That said, I'd cope with seeing the reality of Kirk an...

When I lived at home and things got out of hand I very carefully boxed them up in plastic crates with polystyrene blocks and cocktail sticks holding everything in place. Twenty years and a couple of house moves later they're still up my parents' loft. Now reaching the same point in my current home, ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ky3brdo ... t_radio=1

Was quite taken by this one!

I have never heard nor read of a single reference to Sir Michael that was less than absolutely honorable and respectful. RIP , and kick Wes Clark's ass when he gets there. Mike There's been a lot of social media noise coming out of Ireland that's absolutely crowing over his death. He was adjutant o...

Why are the police called the police?

Because they are, you see.

Been a long time since I've seen McEwan's Lager anywhere. I kind of want a pint now...

I joined the group when it was set up off the back of the success of the History Hack podcast, never had the time or cash available to get to any of the conferences so far but I do really enjoy Salient Points falling through my letterbox.