Lives in Stockport and works in Manchester 'cos it's better Up North. Loves books, classical music, theatre & my canine companions. Views my own.
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Jon Atkin retweeted
Jun 13
i have been a big article and essay enjoyer for 7 years.
i have probably read more than 10,000 essays online
below is a thread of my favourite essays or articles of all time (that i remember)
pls drop your favourite ones below.
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Jon Atkin retweeted
The new trailer for Christopher Nolan's ‘THE ODYSSEY’ has been released.
In theaters on July 17.
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Jon Atkin retweeted
Apr 28
In 1973 Dick Cavett asked LAURENCE OLIVIER a simple question: “What about Brando?”
Olivier’s reply included a word he didn’t like using but felt compelled to in this case - “Genius”.
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Jon Atkin retweeted
Apr 21
Wishing Elaine May the happiest birthday today. 94 years old and still making art.
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Jon Atkin retweeted
Mar 23
BBC correspondent admits Trump is backing down and conceding defeat. Iran threatened to obliterate Gulf desalination plants. Without water the Gulf states collapse in days. They begged Trump to stop. Total humiliation for Washington.
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Jon Atkin retweeted
Mar 16
Barbra Streisand’s entire Robert Redford remembrance.
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RT @jamizfoshiz: This will go down as one of the greatest moments in Oscar history
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Jon Atkin retweeted
Feb 22
Please RT! To mark Kenneth Williams’s centenary, I’m playing rare programmes and interviews all day on BBC Radio 4 Extra. Joining me next with some funny stories about him is Jackanory producer Jeremy Swan. #kennethwilliams100
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Jon Atkin retweeted
Feb 15
I thought I'd attempt to brighten your Sunday by posting one of my favourite sketches from Dave Allen At Large. It's one of about 200, if truth be known. Once again, it's a simple idea beautifully executed. I hope you enjoy it.
Behave yourselves in church, won't you.
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Bruce Forsyth and the Generation Game (26th January 1974). Arthur Lowe makes a surprise appearance.
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Should win every Oscar, BAFTA and Nobel Prize.
Possibly the best moment I've ever seen on television.
Haven't breathed since.
#thetraitors
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Jon Atkin retweeted
Jan 5
The audience began booing everyone who appeared on the screen in place of the boy, and cheered him every time his image appeared.
He loved it. 😂
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Jon Atkin retweeted
Jan 5
Happy birthday, Rowan Atkinson!
One of the greatest stand-up sketches ever made remains him as the Devil.
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Jon Atkin retweeted
10 Dec 2025
This is so beautiful
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Jon Atkin retweeted
8 Dec 2025
When you can't read notes😂😂
A hilarious and timeless piano performance by the legendary Victor Borge, master of musical comedy and wit. This special video mix highlights his brilliant blend of humor, classical talent, and charm — proof that laughter and music make the perfect duet!
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Jon Atkin retweeted
8 Dec 2025
just brilliant - and now we know he really did only have one ...
7 Dec 2025
In lieu of a serious musical weekend post, here is something light-hearted. Comedian Dudley Moore (who was musically talented) does a spoof on Beethoven, using the theme from Bridge on the River Kwai. Comedy used to be a lot more sophisticated than Andrew Dice Clay.
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Jon Atkin retweeted
4 Dec 2025
Not quite feeling Christmassy enough? Henrietta & Myrna will brighten up your day… you’re welcome…😁
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Jon Atkin retweeted
3 Dec 2025
What makes the 'Two Ronnie's' so incredibly amazing isn't just their intellectual brilliance but the way that, unlike modern comedians, they could make us laugh with clean language and manners. Even their innuendos are delivered with charm.
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