Simon Read
@simonread.bsky.social
Writer/broadcaster: an anagram of 'randomise'. Tweet about #cocktails #beer #blackandwhitefilms #music #puns #football #finance. Work: simonnread@ntlworld.com
#blackandwhitefilm of the day: Impact, 1949. A cracking #FilmNoir which sees wealthy businessman Brian Donlevy fall foul of #femmefatale wife Helen Walker. There's plenty of delicious twists in the plot as murder impacts hard on @talkingpicturestv.bsky.social at 3.05pm youtu.be/N8QgaqN4umM?...
Impact Trailer 1949 - A Film Noir starring Brian Donlevy and Ella Raines, directed by Arthur Lubin
YouTube video by Isabella Mars
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November 11, 2025 at 11:20 AM
#blackandwhitefilm of the day: Impact, 1949. A cracking #FilmNoir which sees wealthy businessman Brian Donlevy fall foul of #femmefatale wife Helen Walker. There's plenty of delicious twists in the plot as murder impacts hard on @talkingpicturestv.bsky.social at 3.05pm youtu.be/N8QgaqN4umM?...
Word trivia: which boss who resigned this week is an anagram of 'Diva time'?
November 11, 2025 at 10:54 AM
Word trivia: which boss who resigned this week is an anagram of 'Diva time'?
The evening light in Autumn sometimes really hits the spot
November 10, 2025 at 4:52 PM
The evening light in Autumn sometimes really hits the spot
Reposted by Simon Read
Absolutely right. I criticise BBC News, because we need it to be as good as we know it can be. People like Farage criticise the BBC, because they work for its competitors and don't want it to exist.
🎯 Davey is spot on. "We can have criticism of the BBC, but within that, we need to recognise how valuable an institution it is [and how] precious to our country. And that's one of the reasons why people like President Trump and Nigel Farage, want to undermine the BBC." 👏🏽~AA
November 10, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Absolutely right. I criticise BBC News, because we need it to be as good as we know it can be. People like Farage criticise the BBC, because they work for its competitors and don't want it to exist.
The job search continues.
As part of my application to work for a company making noise cancelling earbuds, I agreed to wear their products. Disappointingly I haven't heard anything since.
As part of my application to work for a company making noise cancelling earbuds, I agreed to wear their products. Disappointingly I haven't heard anything since.
November 10, 2025 at 1:55 PM
The job search continues.
As part of my application to work for a company making noise cancelling earbuds, I agreed to wear their products. Disappointingly I haven't heard anything since.
As part of my application to work for a company making noise cancelling earbuds, I agreed to wear their products. Disappointingly I haven't heard anything since.
The solution, based on number of syllables in the numbers, is 111, which has six syllables. But one person went for 229, after being given that as the answer by ChatGPT. What does that tell you about #AI?
Trivia: what's the next number in this sequence (I woke up with this in my head this morning):
• 1
• 7
• 11
• 27
• 77
• 1
• 7
• 11
• 27
• 77
November 10, 2025 at 9:28 AM
The solution, based on number of syllables in the numbers, is 111, which has six syllables. But one person went for 229, after being given that as the answer by ChatGPT. What does that tell you about #AI?
What is it about #Harry and songwriters?
Only Sham 69's rousing Hurry Up Harry was a success. Hot Chocolate, Macy Gray and Bauhaus all released songs called Harry while Stranglers' flop 1979 single was Don't Bring Harry. And don't mention Springsteen's dreadful Harry's Place.
Only Sham 69's rousing Hurry Up Harry was a success. Hot Chocolate, Macy Gray and Bauhaus all released songs called Harry while Stranglers' flop 1979 single was Don't Bring Harry. And don't mention Springsteen's dreadful Harry's Place.
November 9, 2025 at 10:33 PM
What is it about #Harry and songwriters?
Only Sham 69's rousing Hurry Up Harry was a success. Hot Chocolate, Macy Gray and Bauhaus all released songs called Harry while Stranglers' flop 1979 single was Don't Bring Harry. And don't mention Springsteen's dreadful Harry's Place.
Only Sham 69's rousing Hurry Up Harry was a success. Hot Chocolate, Macy Gray and Bauhaus all released songs called Harry while Stranglers' flop 1979 single was Don't Bring Harry. And don't mention Springsteen's dreadful Harry's Place.
Reposted by Simon Read
It’s ironic but predictable that the BBC duo -who tried so hard to please the right wing papers-are removed by the right wing papers.
November 9, 2025 at 6:46 PM
It’s ironic but predictable that the BBC duo -who tried so hard to please the right wing papers-are removed by the right wing papers.
Autumn in Southfields
November 9, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Autumn in Southfields
Trivia: what's the next number in this sequence (I woke up with this in my head this morning):
• 1
• 7
• 11
• 27
• 77
• 1
• 7
• 11
• 27
• 77
November 9, 2025 at 10:38 AM
Trivia: what's the next number in this sequence (I woke up with this in my head this morning):
• 1
• 7
• 11
• 27
• 77
• 1
• 7
• 11
• 27
• 77
#blackandwhitfilm of the day: The Long Memory, 1953. A cracking slow-boiling Brit #FilmNoir. John Mills is framed for a murder he didn't do. Released from prison after 12 years he seeks bitter revenge on the still alive 'victim' on @talkingpicturestv.bsky.social at 6pm youtu.be/lNYUCauNfOU?...
The Long Memory (1953) - Davidson vists the local caff
YouTube video by Paul Thompson
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November 9, 2025 at 10:20 AM
#blackandwhitfilm of the day: The Long Memory, 1953. A cracking slow-boiling Brit #FilmNoir. John Mills is framed for a murder he didn't do. Released from prison after 12 years he seeks bitter revenge on the still alive 'victim' on @talkingpicturestv.bsky.social at 6pm youtu.be/lNYUCauNfOU?...
“Inside every man lives the seed of a flower
If he looks within he finds beauty and power”
Singer Minnie Riperton made some of the most beautiful soul records of the 70s, including this, Les Fleur. Born today in 1947, she died of cancer in 1979, just 31.
youtu.be/g1kDd6yBQZ4?...
If he looks within he finds beauty and power”
Singer Minnie Riperton made some of the most beautiful soul records of the 70s, including this, Les Fleur. Born today in 1947, she died of cancer in 1979, just 31.
youtu.be/g1kDd6yBQZ4?...
Minnie Riperton - Les Fleurs
YouTube video by therotatingchinmen
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November 8, 2025 at 7:02 PM
“Inside every man lives the seed of a flower
If he looks within he finds beauty and power”
Singer Minnie Riperton made some of the most beautiful soul records of the 70s, including this, Les Fleur. Born today in 1947, she died of cancer in 1979, just 31.
youtu.be/g1kDd6yBQZ4?...
If he looks within he finds beauty and power”
Singer Minnie Riperton made some of the most beautiful soul records of the 70s, including this, Les Fleur. Born today in 1947, she died of cancer in 1979, just 31.
youtu.be/g1kDd6yBQZ4?...
#cocktail for Saturday is a Mulata Daiquiri. Rich and sweet and sour, with spiced rum (Smuggled From Cornwall), fresh lime juice, coffee liqueur (Tia Maria) and caramel sugar syrup, with a tiny slice of lime. The coffee adds warmness, the caramel sweetness. Delicious. Pip pip!
November 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM
#cocktail for Saturday is a Mulata Daiquiri. Rich and sweet and sour, with spiced rum (Smuggled From Cornwall), fresh lime juice, coffee liqueur (Tia Maria) and caramel sugar syrup, with a tiny slice of lime. The coffee adds warmness, the caramel sweetness. Delicious. Pip pip!
London is too dangerous to go out at night in."
Last night in London (taken by a friend)
Last night in London (taken by a friend)
November 8, 2025 at 12:00 PM
London is too dangerous to go out at night in."
Last night in London (taken by a friend)
Last night in London (taken by a friend)
#blackandwhitefilm of the day: Is it too early for a festive feelgood film? The Bishop's Wife, 1947, sees angel Cary Grant help worried bishop David Niven. Loretta Young and Monty Woolley add charm. It was on BBC2 today and is now on the #BBCiPlayer youtu.be/jAFneciOP0M?...
The Bishop's Wife (1947) Official Trailer - Cary Grant, Loretta Young Movie HD
YouTube video by Rotten Tomatoes Classic Trailers
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November 8, 2025 at 10:56 AM
#blackandwhitefilm of the day: Is it too early for a festive feelgood film? The Bishop's Wife, 1947, sees angel Cary Grant help worried bishop David Niven. Loretta Young and Monty Woolley add charm. It was on BBC2 today and is now on the #BBCiPlayer youtu.be/jAFneciOP0M?...
I've had an interesting week. I hope you have too
November 8, 2025 at 8:50 AM
I've had an interesting week. I hope you have too
London's latest Blue Plaque is a brilliant one. (It was put up at the Tesla dealership in Tottenham by campaigners)
November 7, 2025 at 6:54 PM
London's latest Blue Plaque is a brilliant one. (It was put up at the Tesla dealership in Tottenham by campaigners)
Postcard from a wet November Friday night
November 7, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Postcard from a wet November Friday night
Billy Liar was mainly shot in Bradford.
Film trivia: In which city was the 1963 film Billy Liar Shot?
(Directed by John Schlesinger, the classic British comedy drama stars Tom Courtenay as Billy and Julie Christie as Liz. Rodney Bewes, Finlay Currie and Leonard Rossiter also feature)
youtu.be/Hq_kJw_HizE?...
(Directed by John Schlesinger, the classic British comedy drama stars Tom Courtenay as Billy and Julie Christie as Liz. Rodney Bewes, Finlay Currie and Leonard Rossiter also feature)
youtu.be/Hq_kJw_HizE?...
BILLY LIAR - Official Trailer
YouTube video by palacecinemas
youtu.be
November 7, 2025 at 10:28 AM
Billy Liar was mainly shot in Bradford.
It's #InterationalStoutDay so there's only one thing for it - try some new and interesting stouts
November 6, 2025 at 4:08 PM
It's #InterationalStoutDay so there's only one thing for it - try some new and interesting stouts
Film trivia: In which city was the 1963 film Billy Liar Shot?
(Directed by John Schlesinger, the classic British comedy drama stars Tom Courtenay as Billy and Julie Christie as Liz. Rodney Bewes, Finlay Currie and Leonard Rossiter also feature)
youtu.be/Hq_kJw_HizE?...
(Directed by John Schlesinger, the classic British comedy drama stars Tom Courtenay as Billy and Julie Christie as Liz. Rodney Bewes, Finlay Currie and Leonard Rossiter also feature)
youtu.be/Hq_kJw_HizE?...
BILLY LIAR - Official Trailer
YouTube video by palacecinemas
youtu.be
November 6, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Film trivia: In which city was the 1963 film Billy Liar Shot?
(Directed by John Schlesinger, the classic British comedy drama stars Tom Courtenay as Billy and Julie Christie as Liz. Rodney Bewes, Finlay Currie and Leonard Rossiter also feature)
youtu.be/Hq_kJw_HizE?...
(Directed by John Schlesinger, the classic British comedy drama stars Tom Courtenay as Billy and Julie Christie as Liz. Rodney Bewes, Finlay Currie and Leonard Rossiter also feature)
youtu.be/Hq_kJw_HizE?...
#blackandwhitefilm of the day: The Smallest Show on Earth, 1957. Charming comedy about a battle to save a flea-pit cinema with wacky characters Peter Sellers, Margaret Rutherford, Bernard Miles and Leslie Phillips. Non-stop nostalgic fun on #Film4 at 11am youtu.be/V4ZTR3sJeSg?...
The Smallest Show On Earth Trailer
YouTube video by OnsetCreativeArts
youtu.be
November 6, 2025 at 9:32 AM
#blackandwhitefilm of the day: The Smallest Show on Earth, 1957. Charming comedy about a battle to save a flea-pit cinema with wacky characters Peter Sellers, Margaret Rutherford, Bernard Miles and Leslie Phillips. Non-stop nostalgic fun on #Film4 at 11am youtu.be/V4ZTR3sJeSg?...
There was a time when drinkers would have sent back a pint looking like this. Now some of us look forward to a delicious draught hazy IPA (at the Dog and Fox in Wimbledon village)
November 5, 2025 at 3:41 PM
There was a time when drinkers would have sent back a pint looking like this. Now some of us look forward to a delicious draught hazy IPA (at the Dog and Fox in Wimbledon village)
Round of applause to First Bus UK for offering free travel to the Armed Forced community on Sunday 9th and Tuesday 11th November to commemorate Remembrance Day and Armistice Day. Are other travel companies offering similar?
November 5, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Round of applause to First Bus UK for offering free travel to the Armed Forced community on Sunday 9th and Tuesday 11th November to commemorate Remembrance Day and Armistice Day. Are other travel companies offering similar?
#blackandwhitefilm of the day: Waterloo Road, 1945. John Mills is warmly relatable as a soldier who goes AWOL to fight for his wife against the smooth advances of draft-dodger Stewart Granger. A touching London blitz story on @talkingpicturestv.bsky.social at 4.55pm youtu.be/-H7QcdRGHOk?...
Waterloo Road (1944) - Ted Purvis at the Alcazar
YouTube video by Paul Thompson
youtu.be
November 5, 2025 at 8:00 AM
#blackandwhitefilm of the day: Waterloo Road, 1945. John Mills is warmly relatable as a soldier who goes AWOL to fight for his wife against the smooth advances of draft-dodger Stewart Granger. A touching London blitz story on @talkingpicturestv.bsky.social at 4.55pm youtu.be/-H7QcdRGHOk?...