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by Mark Mills
Sat Jun 25, 2016 8:54 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: New Monthly Countdown Radio Show
Replies: 9
Views: 3938

Re: New Monthly Countdown Radio Show

Well the day is here, join in the Radio fun on Golden Grooves, discussing all things Countdown including this weeks series Final and Focal etc etc.. come on in and tune in.
by Mark Mills
Sat Jun 18, 2016 11:36 am
Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
Topic: Would anybody like any help?
Replies: 10
Views: 4649

Re: Would anybody like any help?

Tracey Anne Mills wrote:I will try my best to fill in as many as I can, due to personal reasons I just haven't found the time to do many of them.
I have noticed that the kettle has slowed down too...lol
by Mark Mills
Sat Jun 18, 2016 11:34 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: New Monthly Countdown Radio Show
Replies: 9
Views: 3938

Re: New Monthly Countdown Radio Show

Next Saturday 25th June.. don't forget to tune in everyone.
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by Mark Mills
Sat Jun 18, 2016 11:17 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: New Monthly Countdown Radio Show
Replies: 9
Views: 3938

Re: New Monthly Countdown Radio Show

I'll consider being a guest for either July or August. Is it planned for the show to typically be on the last Saturday of the month at 10pm? Yes at present just last Saturday of the month a 1 hour show, show it get popular it can always change.. I will put you down for one of the months at a later ...
by Mark Mills
Wed Jun 15, 2016 2:20 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: New Monthly Countdown Radio Show
Replies: 9
Views: 3938

Re: New Monthly Countdown Radio Show

Must have Skype to guest on show thats it... Johnny Canuck how about July guest for yourself...
by Mark Mills
Wed Jun 15, 2016 2:19 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: New Monthly Countdown Radio Show
Replies: 9
Views: 3938

Re: New Monthly Countdown Radio Show

Confirmed one of two guest for July show is Zarte Siempre who will also be talking about Co-MK and August gues will be Edward Byrne. Fancy being a guest let me know.. looking for fun chat and music.
by Mark Mills
Wed Jun 08, 2016 8:19 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: New Monthly Countdown Radio Show
Replies: 9
Views: 3938

Re: New Monthly Countdown Radio Show

Another great piece of news! Will there be any opportunity to actually play a few rounds of Countdown on this show or is it only for discussion of Countdown? Hi Johnny, A few Conumdrums and numbers for fun for sure, but a good discussion etc etc but open to ideas for future shows, if you use Skype ...
by Mark Mills
Wed Jun 08, 2016 5:32 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: New Monthly Countdown Radio Show
Replies: 9
Views: 3938

New Monthly Countdown Radio Show

Starting on Saturday 25th June at 10pm for one hour is a new monthly Countdown talk and music show, aired on Golden Grooves radio and hosted by Mark Mills, The show will have guest from the world of Countdown and general quiz fans.. our first show in June are pleased to announce James Robinson and J...
by Mark Mills
Wed Jun 01, 2016 6:57 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Co-Radio Countdown on Radio
Replies: 8
Views: 3497

Re: Co-Radio Countdown on Radio

Not decided on a format yet for the competition will decide and post very soon, feel free to post a song you like and want played or a request to someone... please note I will not play any music sang by a Countdown fan... Mr Carey... ;) :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
by Mark Mills
Sat May 28, 2016 9:42 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Co-Radio Countdown on Radio
Replies: 8
Views: 3497

Co-Radio Countdown on Radio

Ok, I have asked quite a few of you over the last few months about a Co-Event on the Radio, I have got the clearance for this now and the date for this event will be Sunday 7th August 2016 starting at 1pm, also this event will be free entry too, our station is called Golden Grooves Radio and I will ...
by Mark Mills
Wed Mar 23, 2016 7:30 pm
Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
Topic: Thursday 3rd March 2016 ( Series 74 Prelim 29 )
Replies: 0
Views: 1058

Thursday 3rd March 2016 ( Series 74 Prelim 29 )

Countdown recap for Thursday 3 March 2016. Filling in this week for Tracey could be a tall order, well I am taller... :lol: :lol: :lol: C1: Champion Paul Craib (1 win, 106 points.) Took a sidewards step into the champions chair. :lol: https://img.buzzfeed.com/buzzfeed-static/static/2014-01/enhanced/...
by Mark Mills
Fri Oct 16, 2015 8:40 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: COLIN XII- Countdown in Lincoln, 30-31 January 2016
Replies: 132
Views: 41717

Re: COLIN XII- Countdown in Lincoln, 30-31 January 2016

Mark and Tracey Mills payments sent for both days Ben...
by Mark Mills
Sun Sep 20, 2015 5:59 pm
Forum: Off-topic
Topic: People you shouldn't trust
Replies: 921
Views: 394711

Re: People you shouldn't trust

Gavin Chipper wrote:People who don't sneeze properly - they do this weird suppression thing.
My wife..Tracey Mills does this and she knows I hate it...lol let it rip and clear you nasel congestion.... Image
by Mark Mills
Sun Sep 20, 2015 5:51 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: COLIN XII- Countdown in Lincoln, 30-31 January 2016
Replies: 132
Views: 41717

Re: COLIN XII- Countdown in Lincoln, 30-31 January 2016

We will be there payment will be sent in next few weeks for me and Tracey Mills, we booked in at premier Inn Lincoln Canwick.. Friday till Sunday 2 nights all inclusive for us both £133 including eat as much as you want brekky.... :P :P :P
by Mark Mills
Sat Sep 19, 2015 7:01 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: COHUD 2015 - Countdown in Huddersfield - Saturday 10th October 2015
Replies: 11
Views: 6474

Re: COHUD 2015 - Countdown in Huddersfield - Saturday 10th October 2015

Sent my £15 pound now James, thats both me and the missus in now...C'mon Mr McKay get in it.. :lol: :lol:
by Mark Mills
Wed Sep 16, 2015 10:18 am
Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
Topic: Tuesday 15th September 2015 (Series 73, Prelim 52)
Replies: 0
Views: 1585

Tuesday 15th September 2015 (Series 73, Prelim 52)

Countdown recap for Tuesday 15 September 2015. Hello again, Jen is still away sunning herself and not thinking about Countdown or Apterous :lol: :lol: :lol: http://www.explorergirls.com/files/u1/girl_with_computer_on_beach.jpg so I am here again. 8-) 8-) C1: Challenger Wayne McSorley. (1 win 82 poin...
by Mark Mills
Wed Sep 09, 2015 3:18 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: The next Championship of Champions - now back on topic
Replies: 306
Views: 94726

Re: The next Championship of Champions - now back on topic

Just heard the world is ending on September 28th, could this have an impact on the CoC.. :lol: :lol: :lol:
by Mark Mills
Wed Sep 09, 2015 9:24 am
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Tuesday September 8th 2015 (S73 P48)
Replies: 9
Views: 3964

Re: Spoilers for Tuesday September 8th 2015 (S73 P48)

Jennifer Steadman wrote:*join Mark Mills for the recap as Jen is on a 2-week recap sabbatical 8-)
Hope I impersonated you well Jen... :)
by Mark Mills
Wed Sep 09, 2015 9:22 am
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Tuesday September 8th 2015 (S73 P48)
Replies: 9
Views: 3964

Re: Spoilers for Tuesday September 8th 2015 (S73 P48)

Interesting that they cut out us giving the solutions on the 3rd numbers game, especially sad as I got a laugh from Rachel by cheekily saying my method :'( I think that may have been the point where Nick said "poor Rachel's gagging for a hard one". Remember that Matty being in the audienc...
by Mark Mills
Tue Sep 08, 2015 9:16 pm
Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
Topic: Tuesday 8th September 2015 (Series 73, Prelim 49)
Replies: 0
Views: 1786

Tuesday 8th September 2015 (Series 73, Prelim 49)

Countdown recap for Tuesday 8 September 2015. Well Jen is sunning her self in Malta for a couple of weeks... so for today and next week you will have another Mills doing the recap.. http://radiopatriot.files.wordpress.com/2010/04/oh-please.jpg C1: Champion Matty Artell (3 wins, 277 points.) - An Apt...
by Mark Mills
Mon Sep 07, 2015 9:55 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: The next Championship of Champions - now back on topic
Replies: 306
Views: 94726

Re: The next Championship of Champions - now back on topic

Countdown Team - is it true that contestants aren't automatically spared a seat for CoC filming sessions they're not in? My question also Jen, Sure we all want to stay and watch our friends in the other games even if Tracey gets beat and sure it applies to all contestants as we all know each other....
by Mark Mills
Thu Sep 03, 2015 4:51 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Matt Le Tissier to appear on Countdown
Replies: 24
Views: 5895

Re: Matt Le Tissier to appear on Countdown

No spoilers from me I learnt that when I nearly let slip Traceys Octorun... :oops: :oops: :oops: I will put the idea of a special to Matt Le Tiss with Le Saux for a special Le Final.. :D :D Maybe a Mills special too but I need a 40 start...
by Mark Mills
Thu Sep 03, 2015 8:45 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Matt Le Tissier to appear on Countdown
Replies: 24
Views: 5895

Re: Matt Le Tissier to appear on Countdown

Dictionary corner guest has changed for this one now, in DC for Matt Le Tissier is now Graeme Le Saux his old Southampton Team Mate, it was scheduled to be Tony Jacklin, I believe Graeme Le Saux is also clever enough to go on the show from what I was told.
by Mark Mills
Wed Sep 02, 2015 9:12 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: The next Championship of Champions - now back on topic
Replies: 306
Views: 94726

Re: The next Championship of Champions - now back on topic

Thats great news, hopefully will be going to support Tracey if she is selected... :)
by Mark Mills
Mon Aug 31, 2015 8:44 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: The next Championship of Champions - now back on topic
Replies: 306
Views: 94726

Re: The next Championship of Champions - now back on topic

Any more news on CoC gone very quiet. :roll: :roll: :roll:
by Mark Mills
Sun Aug 30, 2015 1:37 pm
Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
Topic: Calling All Wannabe Recappers!!
Replies: 486
Views: 212614

Re: Calling All Wannabe Recappers!!

Jennifer Steadman wrote:Sure Mark, go for it :) Cheers!
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by Mark Mills
Sun Aug 30, 2015 10:42 am
Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
Topic: Calling All Wannabe Recappers!!
Replies: 486
Views: 212614

Re: Calling All Wannabe Recappers!!

If nobody else can cover you Jen I happy to cover the two weeks you away...
by Mark Mills
Thu Aug 27, 2015 4:58 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: .co.mk - Countdown in Milton Keynes - Saturday 22nd August
Replies: 32
Views: 10711

Re: .co.mk - Countdown in Milton Keynes - Saturday 22nd August

It did not help me having no sleep night before at all was shattered, embarring score for me so from now on its back to watching... still enjoyed the day though.
by Mark Mills
Wed Aug 26, 2015 3:58 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: COHUD 2015 - Countdown in Huddersfield - Saturday 10th October 2015
Replies: 11
Views: 6474

Re: COHUD 2015 - Countdown in Huddersfield - Saturday 10th October 2015

Hi Guys, £15.00 sent for Tracey Mills for Huddersfied will come as Cheaper Shopping UK.
by Mark Mills
Fri Aug 07, 2015 10:35 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Series 4 Champion Brian Hudson
Replies: 14
Views: 6073

Series 4 Champion Brian Hudson

Thought might be worth a mention, mine and Traceys son ben who is our youngest son was playing Crown Green Bowls against Poynton Sports in Stockport and my son mentioned to his opponent Brian Hudson his mum had been on TV on Countdown, to which he replied I was 4th Series Champion, he also mentioned...
by Mark Mills
Fri Aug 07, 2015 3:46 pm
Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
Topic: Thursday 6th August 2015 (Series 73, Prelim 29)
Replies: 3
Views: 1482

Re: Thursday 6th August 2015 (Series 73, Prelim 29)

Tracey Anne Mills wrote:Thanks Jack I won't be recapping next Thursday as I am in Paris next week Robbo has agreed to stand in for me :D :D :D :D :D :D :D
Too much time off, your P45 in the post.. :lol: :lol: :lol:
by Mark Mills
Fri Aug 07, 2015 3:42 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: The next Championship of Champions - now back on topic
Replies: 306
Views: 94726

Re: The next Championship of Champions - now back on topic

Graeme Cole wrote:
Johnny Canuck wrote: There are too many Countdowners with the initials CT. Conor Travers, Callum Todd, Countdown Team, Com Tappleman...
Don't forget Cracey Trills
by Mark Mills
Fri Aug 07, 2015 3:39 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: CoNot IV Recaps
Replies: 5
Views: 2762

Re: CoNot IV Recaps

Mills v Mills in Round 1 was a classic to a crucial... :lol: :lol: :lol:
by Mark Mills
Sun Jul 12, 2015 1:58 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Post your audition/filming/transmission dates here
Replies: 417
Views: 115862

Re: Post your audition/filming/transmission dates here

Audition passed, told will be filming sometime in October /November, did not feel I did that well in audition though, messed numbers up both times and 1 out of two conundrums, guess they look more towards letters rounds. maybe the rare nine from me swung it.
by Mark Mills
Sun Jul 12, 2015 1:55 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: .co.mk - Countdown in Milton Keynes - Saturday 22nd August
Replies: 32
Views: 10711

Re: .co.mk - Countdown in Milton Keynes - Saturday 22nd August

We are in Mark and Tracey Mills, train tickets booked paying Ben in Nottingham event....
by Mark Mills
Fri Jul 10, 2015 3:33 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Matt Le Tissier to appear on Countdown
Replies: 24
Views: 5895

Re: Matt Le Tissier to appear on Countdown

Ok, for those of you that don't know, Matt Le Tissier is recording on September 14th, not sure which show he is on that day but recordings are at 1pm for first three shows and the last two at 6pm.
by Mark Mills
Mon Jul 06, 2015 9:31 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: The next Championship of Champions - now back on topic
Replies: 306
Views: 94726

Re: The next Championship of Champions - now back on topic

I did hear that it is being considered for January 2016 the recordings when I asked at studios, so could be on... I reckon that they will want a few ladies on board and not all fellas what you think.
by Mark Mills
Mon Jul 06, 2015 9:22 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Recording Times what do ya think
Replies: 9
Views: 3357

Recording Times what do ya think

Ok just got recording dates through for audience and some of the days are three sessions and not the usual two, the times are 9:15 till 12:30, then 12:45 till 16:00 then 16:00 till 19:15 who thinks this is too much for one day, or maybe a good idea, I am guessing that means that they will record 7 o...
by Mark Mills
Sun Jul 05, 2015 11:37 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown in Nottingham IV- Saturday 25th July 2015
Replies: 61
Views: 12654

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

Mark and Tracey Mills money sent, we are both in...see you all there.
by Mark Mills
Sun Jun 28, 2015 9:26 am
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown in Nottingham IV- Saturday 25th July 2015
Replies: 61
Views: 12654

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

Tracey Mills will be in and hope I will too just depends on getting a minder for our youngest, hopefully though we will both be in but will be there.
by Mark Mills
Sun Jun 28, 2015 9:22 am
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: CoStAl2 - Countdown In St. Albans - Saturday 27th June 2015
Replies: 44
Views: 13958

Re: CoStAl2 - Countdown In St. Albans - Saturday 27th June 2015

My first time taking part, really enjoyed it, well run so thanks James and Jeff, well done to Matthew and Thomas for the final, I was happy to win a game and get a nine on top, made my day. :D :D :D
by Mark Mills
Mon Jun 22, 2015 10:37 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: CoStAl2 - Countdown In St. Albans - Saturday 27th June 2015
Replies: 44
Views: 13958

Re: CoStAl2 - Countdown In St. Albans - Saturday 27th June 2015

I will be there to hold everyone else up in the groups.. :lol:
by Mark Mills
Fri Jun 12, 2015 11:35 am
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Grand Final Spoilers For Friday June 12th 2015
Replies: 24
Views: 6278

Re: Grand Final Spoilers For Friday June 12th 2015

Good luck to my wife Tracey Mills and to Tom Cappleman, all the finals were played in a great spirit and all had a good laugh together, the way it should be.
by Mark Mills
Mon Jun 08, 2015 8:02 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday June 8th 2015
Replies: 13
Views: 3458

Re: Spoilers For Monday June 8th 2015

Well done to my wife on her win, as you say Jo Brand was stuck in traffic...In Stockport would you believe... luckily we took the hotel option in case of a similar problem in the morning. Jordans screw it bit was for the last numbers game when he said screw it 6 small...lolol As for Jordan looking a...
by Mark Mills
Mon May 18, 2015 10:13 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday May 18th 2015
Replies: 20
Views: 4736

Re: Spoilers For Monday May 18th 2015

Tracey Anne Mills wrote:
David Pooley wrote:
Tracey Anne Mills wrote:You played very well you should be pleased with that
Thanks Tracey. I was pleased overall and happy to win a teapot. It's now on display :D
Welcome to the teapot club David, mine sits proudly on my bookshelf along with my 6 mugs !
Counting me as the 7th Mug missus.. :D :D :lol:
by Mark Mills
Mon May 18, 2015 1:37 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday May 18th 2015
Replies: 20
Views: 4736

Re: Spoilers For Monday May 18th 2015

Jennifer Steadman wrote:
Tony Atkins wrote:Obscure 8 available in the POLENTA+MT round.
Got this #boom

ISOMERIC in round 8(?) ;) :D :P
Clever wife of mine got that too Jen...
by Mark Mills
Mon May 18, 2015 1:32 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday May 18th 2015
Replies: 20
Views: 4736

Re: Spoilers For Monday May 18th 2015

wow I got one...
by Mark Mills
Mon May 18, 2015 1:31 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday May 18th 2015
Replies: 20
Views: 4736

Re: Spoilers For Monday May 18th 2015

DANGEROUS this round
by Mark Mills
Tue Apr 28, 2015 4:14 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Tuesday April 28th 2015 (S72 P74)
Replies: 10
Views: 2464

Re: Spoilers for Tuesday April 28th 2015 (S72 P74)

Now Brian Cox would be a good dictionary corner guest, what you think.
by Mark Mills
Mon Apr 27, 2015 3:42 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday April 27th 2015
Replies: 5
Views: 1901

Re: Spoilers For Monday April 27th 2015

Series 47 was the series my wife Tracey was on before this series, must be her influnence... lol
by Mark Mills
Mon Apr 27, 2015 8:49 am
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday April 27th 2015
Replies: 5
Views: 1901

Re: Spoilers For Monday April 27th 2015

Has that ever happened before 8 Octochamps in the finals, I am guessing not. :?:
by Mark Mills
Tue Mar 31, 2015 1:41 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Matt Le Tissier to appear on Countdown
Replies: 24
Views: 5895

Re: Matt Le Tissier to appear on Countdown

I think he will do ok if he avoids an apterite... sure he will ;)
by Mark Mills
Fri Feb 27, 2015 11:52 am
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday February 27th 2015 (S72 P40)
Replies: 9
Views: 2839

Spoilers for Friday February 27th 2015 (S72 P40)

Can Jordan get to the halfway point today, sure he will be hoping for better letters today and a better score, Join Anthony later for his recap.
by Mark Mills
Thu Feb 12, 2015 10:02 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Thursday February 12th 2015 (S72 P29)
Replies: 4
Views: 1535

Re: Spoilers for Thursday February 12th 2015 (S72 P29)

Gavin Chipper wrote:CARESSING in round 12.
Cannot believe no one saw that 9, I saw it right away and not that often I do, mind you Mrs Mills just beat me too it...As Usual) :x :x
by Mark Mills
Thu Feb 05, 2015 8:43 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday January 23rd 2015 (S72 P15)
Replies: 8
Views: 2611

Re: Spoilers for Friday January 23rd 2015 (S72 P15)

Worth mentioning that Tracey was unwell during this recording, under the circumstances I think she did well considering she had a very bad migraine and Dizziness, I think Tracey was lucky that Keith was a last minute replacement on this day...
by Mark Mills
Thu Feb 05, 2015 8:39 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Welcome! - Post here first
Replies: 1961
Views: 1026613

Re: Welcome! - Post here first

Hi Everyone, I am Mark Mills, husband of Tracey Mills, hoping to get much better at Countdown than I am and win a tea pot sometime, catch you around the forums.
by Mark Mills
Thu Feb 05, 2015 8:36 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Thursday February 5th 2015 (S72 P
Replies: 8
Views: 2462

Re: Spoilers for Thursday February 5th 2015 (S72 P

Well, I pleased today having beaten the wife Tracey in round 1 when I got Umami and got the Conundrum before her and not often I do that.