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by Brett Davids
Thu Oct 05, 2023 8:41 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: What’s the most remarkable anagram you know of?
Replies: 14
Views: 2610

Re: What’s the most remarkable anagram you know of?

Neil Warnock is known to many football fans as Colin. I'll let you work out the rest.
by Brett Davids
Thu Sep 17, 2020 2:59 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Best lexico example sentences
Replies: 12
Views: 5772

Re: Best lexico example sentences

This one's quite evocative https://www.lexico.com/definition/ptomaine ‘Being in town, I warily went along to the Colorado Ballet's production of The Nutcracker, a ballet I normally prefer only slightly to ptomaine poisoning.’ (You know you've spent too long on apto when you both spot ptomaines and ...
by Brett Davids
Mon Jul 08, 2019 7:27 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday 8th July 2019 (Series 81 Prelim 6)
Replies: 9
Views: 6294

Re: Spoilers For Monday 8th July 2019 (Series 81 Prelim 6)

Tom has nerves of steel with these consecutive crucials! Unfortunate for Marwan today, who seemed a tidy player, to gandiseeg the conundrum.

Susie's definition of HENTAI was suitably censored for a daytime audience!
by Brett Davids
Wed Jun 05, 2019 1:52 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Wednesday 5th June 2019 (Series 80, Prelim 96)
Replies: 9
Views: 5456

Re: Spoilers for Wednesday 5th June 2019 (Series 80, Prelim 96)

A thoroughly enjoyable game. Well done chaps.
by Brett Davids
Mon Feb 25, 2019 2:43 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Monday 25th February 2019 (Series 80, Prelim 24)
Replies: 7
Views: 4347

Re: Spoilers for Monday 25th February 2019 (Series 80, Prelim 24)

From the look of Dinos there, I suspect he wanted his opponent to have the nine as well so he could have proudly said “Nick, we both have ERECTIONS”.
by Brett Davids
Thu Jan 17, 2019 4:01 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Thursday 17th January 2019 (COC XV, QF 4)
Replies: 40
Views: 20330

Re: Spoilers for Thursday 17th January 2019 (COC XV, QF 4)

Astonishing play from both. Tom almost looked guilty for taking the points for TIRAMISUS knowing the record was up for grabs.

And so it’s Zarte-Phil III tomorrow. Will it break the curse of the threequel?
by Brett Davids
Mon Mar 12, 2018 3:56 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Monday 12th March 2018 (Series 78, Prelim 45)
Replies: 10
Views: 7544

Re: Spoilers for Monday 12th March 2018 (Series 78, Prelim 45)

Top work Zarte. All the hard work paid off. What came across to the viewer was, despite the fact that on one level you must be aware just how good at the game you are, you were still humble and seems to enjoy every moment. Difficult to tell for certain, but you seemed quite emotional at the end there!
by Brett Davids
Fri Mar 02, 2018 3:49 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday 2nd March 2018
Replies: 19
Views: 10665

Re: Spoilers for Friday 2nd March 2018

Anchoveta? Someone really didn’t want Zarte breaking any records...

Still, it was nice to see the S69 reunion with Mr Todd getting it. No-one’s Hasfording that one off you, Callum!
by Brett Davids
Thu Mar 01, 2018 8:38 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Thursday 1st March 2018
Replies: 33
Views: 15388

Re: Spoilers for Thursday 1st March 2018

As many have stated, losing to Zarte Siempre makes Philip Aston the best player to not become an Octochamp since, well, Zarte Siempre.
by Brett Davids
Sun Jan 22, 2017 2:47 pm
Forum: Off-topic
Topic: REALLY obvious things you've just realised
Replies: 627
Views: 273891

Re: REALLY obvious things you've just realised

It turns out in the song "I saw Mommy kissing Santa Claus", it's not actually Santa Claus she is kissing.

Thirty-six years.
by Brett Davids
Sat Jan 21, 2017 10:32 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Countdowners on Other (non-quiz) Shows
Replies: 14
Views: 8611

Re: Countdowners on Other (non-quiz) Shows

Zarte Siempre, or an astonishingly unlikely namesake, can be heard giving the "listener question" on the 14th January edition of Radio Five Live's Fighting Talk.
by Brett Davids
Sat Jul 25, 2015 10:29 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: CoNot IV results
Replies: 5
Views: 2732

Re: CoNot IV results

Thanks to Ben for organising today, and to everyone for making me feel at home in my first co-event. I thoroughly enjoyed myself, so expect to see me again!
by Brett Davids
Thu Jul 16, 2015 10:10 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown in Nottingham IV- Saturday 25th July 2015
Replies: 61
Views: 12640

Re: Countdown in Nottingham IV- Saturday 25th July 2015

As a complete virgin to co-events, would anyone mind a quick recap as to what to bring and any dos and don'ts when it comes to behaviour? I would like to come across as neither a bore nor a fool. Also, for those interested in a double celebration that day, i believe it's also the date of Nottingham ...
by Brett Davids
Fri Mar 13, 2015 2:23 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown in Nottingham IV- Saturday 25th July 2015
Replies: 61
Views: 12640

Re: Countdown in Nottingham IV- Saturday 25th July 2015

I work on Westdale Lane. How could I not be in?
by Brett Davids
Fri Feb 28, 2014 6:32 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday February 28th 2014 (S70 P40)
Replies: 51
Views: 6020

Re: Spoilers for Friday February 28th 2014 (S70 P40)

As a dentist Martin, I have to say all of my patients...

Out of interest, was there more discussion as to whether it should be allowed or not that missed the cut? There were a couple in my games, and I've begun to find it intriguing the differences between the studio and what we see on screen.
by Brett Davids
Fri Feb 28, 2014 3:25 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday February 28th 2014 (S70 P40)
Replies: 51
Views: 6020

Re: Spoilers for Friday February 28th 2014 (S70 P40)

A great game to watch and very unlucky on Martin.

At least I can now say I went down to an Octochamp!
by Brett Davids
Tue Feb 25, 2014 2:58 am
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday February 24th 2014
Replies: 28
Views: 5527

Re: Spoilers For Monday February 24th 2014

I did the phone audition and got on despite ballsing up both the numbers, if that helps to add to the debate. And I certainly look back and think I probably missed one numbers per game compared with what I'd expect to get at home due to studio pressure etc. Notably though Holly did suggest to me swo...
by Brett Davids
Thu Feb 20, 2014 3:38 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Thursday February 20th 2014 (S70 P34)
Replies: 11
Views: 2874

Re: Spoilers for Thursday February 20th 2014 (S70 P34)

Well that's mildly frustrating...
by Brett Davids
Wed Feb 19, 2014 8:52 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Wednesday February 19th 2014
Replies: 29
Views: 5402

Re: Spoilers For Wednesday February 19th 2014

He mentioned being on previously around ten years ago so yes, I'd assume same guy. And so my run came to an end. With my rather erratic performances it was only a matter of time until I came up against someone with the consistency to beat me, as was proven today. Andy had some great spots - especial...
by Brett Davids
Wed Feb 19, 2014 3:59 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Wednesday February 19th 2014
Replies: 29
Views: 5402

Re: Spoilers For Wednesday February 19th 2014

Suzie did ask me if I meant disproven. I kind of did, but as it wasn't in anyways it didn't really matter. Worth a pop at that point!
by Brett Davids
Wed Feb 19, 2014 2:57 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Wednesday February 19th 2014
Replies: 29
Views: 5402

Re: Spoilers For Wednesday February 19th 2014

Excuse me - has anyone seen my wheels?
by Brett Davids
Tue Feb 18, 2014 4:47 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Tuesday February 18th 2014 (S70 P32)
Replies: 24
Views: 5327

Re: Spoilers for Tuesday February 18th 2014 (S70 P32)

I did feel rather sorry for Jenny as she really deserved to be closer at the end, as both FLOUNCE and the messed-up numbers gave me a larger lead than my performance really warranted. UNTITLED was a fantastic spot. I think I'd go so far as to say that her natural ability exceeded mine, but the hours...
by Brett Davids
Tue Feb 18, 2014 2:53 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Tuesday February 18th 2014 (S70 P32)
Replies: 24
Views: 5327

Re: Spoilers for Tuesday February 18th 2014 (S70 P32)

STATION went up on the board in the studio...
by Brett Davids
Tue Feb 18, 2014 2:41 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Tuesday February 18th 2014 (S70 P32)
Replies: 24
Views: 5327

Re: Spoilers for Tuesday February 18th 2014 (S70 P32)

Referenced by the continuity announcer! My life is complete now.
by Brett Davids
Tue Feb 18, 2014 2:18 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday February 17th 2014
Replies: 19
Views: 3479

Re: Spoilers For Monday February 17th 2014

Another stuttering performance from myself there. Whether it's the studio conditions or the lack of sleep (a note to all future players - bring some earplugs because the Holiday Inn Express is NOISY!) so far it's cost me two rounds a game that I'd normally get at home - but I guess that's the differ...
by Brett Davids
Tue Feb 18, 2014 2:05 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Tuesday February 18th 2014 (S70 P32)
Replies: 24
Views: 5327

Re: Spoilers for Tuesday February 18th 2014 (S70 P32)

It is indeed Jon's sister in the challenger's chair today!
by Brett Davids
Mon Feb 17, 2014 3:01 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday February 17th 2014
Replies: 19
Views: 3479

Re: Spoilers For Monday February 17th 2014

Stem, stem, stemmity stem...
by Brett Davids
Fri Feb 14, 2014 7:31 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday February 14th 2014 (S70 P30)
Replies: 14
Views: 3550

Re: Spoilers for Friday February 14th 2014 (S70 P30)

Thanks for all the kind comments guys! It was a nice game to come into, as Adrian was a fantastic bloke who I'd spent all day with. We'd got on really well and he was a calming presence both in the green room and in the studio, which certainly helped to prevent the nerves getting the better of me to...
by Brett Davids
Wed Feb 12, 2014 10:47 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Wednesday February 12th 2014 (S70 P28)
Replies: 13
Views: 2434

Re: Spoilers for Wednesday February 12th 2014 (S70 P28)

Having been in the green room with both the players beforehand, you would be right in thinking that nerves were taking their toll. Graeme was looking visibly more tired with each crucial conundrum that he'd won, to the point where he almost seemed glad that Andrew put him out of his misery in the en...
by Brett Davids
Tue Feb 11, 2014 6:40 am
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday February 10th 2014
Replies: 16
Views: 3812

Re: Spoilers For Monday February 10th 2014

If I did, I'll ban myself!
by Brett Davids
Mon Feb 10, 2014 7:59 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday February 10th 2014
Replies: 16
Views: 3812

Re: Spoilers For Monday February 10th 2014

The 4 vowel suggestion was definitely still present for the games filmed this week!
by Brett Davids
Mon Jan 13, 2014 9:49 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Final Preparations
Replies: 15
Views: 4796

Re: Final Preparations

Thanks for all the advice guys! I won't spoil the fun for everyone, but I had an absolute blast, and got to witness two very competitive games before filming my own. The experience was fantastic, he whole team made me feel very relaxed, and I'd just say to anyone who's thought about applying and has...
by Brett Davids
Sat Jan 11, 2014 11:25 am
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday January 10th 2014 (S70 P5)
Replies: 107
Views: 17036

Re: Spoilers for Friday January 10th 2014 (S70 P5)

Whilst some people on here may have found it uncomfortable to watch - whether through mispronunciation or quality of play, it did lead me to consider an interesting moral dilemma. I can by no means claim to be of the quality of many of the contributors here - I am well aware of my limitations as a p...
by Brett Davids
Sat Jan 11, 2014 10:15 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Final Preparations
Replies: 15
Views: 4796

Final Preparations

So, I'm on the last episode filming on Monday. I've done a fair bit of preparation. I've played a fairly obscene amount of games on Apterous, and pitted myself against the recaps on here when away from my PC. I've learnt a few common stems, brushed up on my times tables and consumed what is possibly...
by Brett Davids
Sat Jan 11, 2014 10:07 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Post your audition/filming/transmission dates here
Replies: 417
Views: 115625

Re: Post your audition/filming/transmission dates here

That's a week loaded with quality. All the best of luck to all of you!

As I mentioned earlier in the thread, I'm filming Monday. I'm glad to have it all out of the way before the Apterite onslaught begins again!
by Brett Davids
Sat Nov 16, 2013 8:32 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Post your audition/filming/transmission dates here
Replies: 417
Views: 115625

Re: Post your audition/filming/transmission dates here

Having successfully negotiated the phone audition a month or so ago, I received the call with a filming date yesterday.

I'm on the last show being filmed on 13th January. I now live in hope that no other Apterites are on that day- in which case I might have a chance!