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by Jayne Wisniewski
Thu Mar 19, 2020 2:21 pm
Forum: Other game shows
Topic: Quizzes/game shows you'd like to see return?
Replies: 24
Views: 16200

Re: Quizzes/game shows you'd like to see return?

I used to enjoy a programme called Crosswits with Tom O'Connor. I thought I remembered watching it after school but when I looked at the transmission dates and times that's impossible -my memory playing tricks on me. It was a contestant and celebrity team solving crossword puzzles and Tom always end...
by Jayne Wisniewski
Tue Jul 02, 2019 8:16 am
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Monday 1st July 2019 (Series 81, Prelim 1)
Replies: 7
Views: 4942

Re: Spoilers for Monday 1st July 2019 (Series 81, Prelim 1)

Ray Wilding wrote: Mon Jul 01, 2019 1:53 pm Rachel put up GRAYER on the board in R13, which is incorrect.
I spotted this too. Made me think that Susie could have been mean and asked the contestant how he had spelled it :lol: :lol:
by Jayne Wisniewski
Fri Jan 05, 2018 7:44 am
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: COREA18 - Saturday 31st March 2018
Replies: 21
Views: 20110

Re: COREA18 - Saturday 31st March 2018

Won’t be able to make it this time as I have a wedding to attend 😉
by Jayne Wisniewski
Fri Sep 29, 2017 7:07 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Best 9 of all time
Replies: 17
Views: 14583

Re: Best 9 of all time

I remember the dictionary corner spot of conjevois very well as it was one of my games, similarly shogunate. The spot that I remember as particularly impressive especially within the context of the game was urnfields by Andy Platt in his CofC game against Dylan.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Mon May 08, 2017 1:43 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Tuesday 2nd May
Replies: 1
Views: 1875

Tuesday 2nd May

The champion declared clinged in one of the rounds which was allowed but it's invalid according to Apterous dictionary.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Mon Apr 03, 2017 6:48 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Monday 3rd April 2017
Replies: 3
Views: 2487

Re: Spoilers for Monday 3rd April 2017

Well done Jeff - I'm so pleased that you have become an octochamp and currently number 1 seed - well deserved and very entertaining set of games.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Wed Sep 07, 2016 5:48 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Countdown recordings
Replies: 4
Views: 2375

Re: Countdown recordings

Thanks but I was intrigued because my email for 24th October states the first session of the day as quarter finals and the last session of the day as semis and final.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Wed Sep 07, 2016 6:16 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Countdown recordings
Replies: 4
Views: 2375

Countdown recordings

Anyone planning to attend the finals recording in October? Also does anyone know what is going on on 24th October?
TIA
by Jayne Wisniewski
Fri Jun 12, 2015 7:30 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Grand Final Spoilers For Friday June 12th 2015
Replies: 24
Views: 6265

Re: Grand Final Spoilers For Friday June 12th 2015

Congratulations Tom on your well deserved victory and well done Tracey for getting to the final and making it a very competitive and enjoyable watch. Another great series with fantastic competitors - long live Countdown, still my favourite show!
by Jayne Wisniewski
Tue Apr 28, 2015 8:03 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown in King's Lynn (Co:KL): Saturday 23rd May
Replies: 49
Views: 16785

Re: Countdown in King's Lynn (Co:KL): Saturday 23rd May

Have just paid so I'm a definite "in" now :D
by Jayne Wisniewski
Mon Mar 30, 2015 7:32 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday March 30th 2015
Replies: 15
Views: 4796

Re: Spoilers For Monday March 30th 2015

Well done Tom -very good set of games there and most enjoyable to watch. Shaping up to be another exciting finals.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Tue Feb 10, 2015 8:09 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Tuesday February 10th 2015 (S72 P27)
Replies: 14
Views: 4458

Re: Spoilers for Tuesday February 10th 2015 (S72 P27)

There was some dodgy editing just before round 13 when the scores were at zero and Susie was having her make up done. My eagle eyed daughter spotted it. Did anyone else notice?
by Jayne Wisniewski
Sat Feb 07, 2015 12:49 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: COREA15 - Saturday 11th April 2015
Replies: 38
Views: 22547

Re: COREA15 - Saturday 11th April 2015

Can't make it this time :( on holiday :)
by Jayne Wisniewski
Sat Jan 31, 2015 6:27 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown in King's Lynn (Co:KL): Saturday 23rd May
Replies: 49
Views: 16785

Re: Countdown in King's Lynn (Co:KL): Saturday 23rd May

I'm definitely interested. Have friends in the area I could visit too.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Sat Jan 31, 2015 6:24 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday January 30th 2015 (S72 P20)
Replies: 26
Views: 6662

Re: Spoilers for Friday January 30th 2015 (S72 P20)

Well done Tracey - fantastic set of games there. Will be rooting for you to become series champion in June.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Wed Jan 21, 2015 8:12 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Wednesday January 21st 2015 (S72 P13)
Replies: 27
Views: 5812

Re: Spoilers for Wednesday January 21st 2015 (S72 P13)

Well that was exciting! There were gasps and cheers in our living room when you got the 9 ( we were happy with refuting). Great comeback Tracey against a good opponent and congrats on getting the teapot. Looking forward to tomorrow!
by Jayne Wisniewski
Tue Dec 30, 2014 9:23 am
Forum: Off-topic
Topic: The Matt Morrison Computer Corner
Replies: 452
Views: 114785

Re: The Matt Morrison Computer Corner

Does Matt or anyone else know if it's possible to play apterous on a tablet? Thanks.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Tue Dec 30, 2014 9:17 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: For any Crossword fans here's one based on series 71
Replies: 6
Views: 3321

Re: For any Crossword fans here's one based on series 71

I printed off this crossword to have a go at but didn't get very far as I'm not very good with cryptic clues. My husband finished it though. We both thought that it was cleverly done and enjoyable. It's obvious a lot of work went into it so well done and thanks for posting it.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Sun Dec 07, 2014 6:39 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday December 5th 2014 (S71 P101)
Replies: 18
Views: 5109

Re: Spoilers for Friday December 5th 2014 (S71 P101)

Well done Antoinette on a fantastic set of games and good luck for the finals.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Wed Sep 24, 2014 6:36 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Wednesday September 24th 2014 (S71 P52)
Replies: 23
Views: 5048

Re: Spoilers for Wednesday September 24th 2014 (S71 P52)

Enjoyed watching your games Paul - hope you get to the finals :)
by Jayne Wisniewski
Tue Sep 02, 2014 4:46 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Tuesday September 2nd 2014 (S71 P38)
Replies: 15
Views: 5042

Re: Spoilers for Tuesday September 2nd 2014 (S71 P38)

Pottages not allowed on apterous so gatepost a good alternative.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Tue Jul 01, 2014 9:50 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Grand Final Spoilers For Friday June 27th 2014
Replies: 28
Views: 8079

Re: Grand Final Spoilers For Friday June 27th 2014

Just watched this game - well done Mark, a very deserved series champion
by Jayne Wisniewski
Fri Mar 21, 2014 3:59 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Peter Lee
Replies: 31
Views: 12750

Re: Peter Lee

Very sad to hear this news. I never met him but I played Peter a lot on apterous, including one New Year from New York I remember. He came across on tv as a charming modest man with a lovely smile.
My heartfelt condolences to his family.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Thu Mar 06, 2014 6:21 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: COREA Saturday 19th April 2014
Replies: 39
Views: 15485

Re: COREA Saturday 19th April 2014

I plan to be there.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Thu Mar 06, 2014 6:20 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: CoMultiLon
Replies: 50
Views: 20892

Re: CoMultiLon

It sounds fun Phyl but I won't be able to make it as I'm on holiday then.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Mon Feb 03, 2014 5:23 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday February 3rd 2014
Replies: 10
Views: 2343

Re: Spoilers For Monday February 3rd 2014

Final numbers (100/25) x 10. Add 9. X10. Add 8.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Fri Dec 20, 2013 9:30 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Grand Final Spoilers For Friday December 20th 2013
Replies: 84
Views: 19922

Re: Grand Final Spoilers For Friday December 20th 2013

Just want to add my congratulations to you both for a superb final.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Tue Jun 04, 2013 5:25 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Shrinidhi on Child Genius
Replies: 7
Views: 3600

Shrinidhi on Child Genius

Just spotted in the Radio Times that 11 year old Shrinidhi , who has attended a number of Co events and is an apterite is to appear on a channel 4 programme next week called Child Genius. Shrinidhi, as I understand passed the audition for Countdown but fell foul of a new rule change that excludes un...
by Jayne Wisniewski
Fri Mar 01, 2013 11:16 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: 30BC Grand Final Spoilers For Friday March 1st 2013
Replies: 132
Views: 36796

Re: 30BC Grand Final Spoilers For Friday March 1st 2013

I'd just like to add my congratulations to Conor too on a magnificent run of performances. The whole series has been a joy to watch and wonder at.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Fri Jan 18, 2013 8:10 am
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown in Lincoln 2013- Saturday 26th January
Replies: 195
Views: 46966

Re: Countdown in Lincoln 2013- Saturday 26th January

If I'm not too late I'm interested in food - vegetarian option please. I'm also able to bring my ( unopened ) countdown game and 1 or maybe 2 older versions of the game. I'll also bring the oed3. I'm also bringing my husband Ed but he doesn't want to play -he's going to watch Lincoln Town play inste...
by Jayne Wisniewski
Fri Jan 04, 2013 11:13 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Countdown Calendar
Replies: 126
Views: 18057

Re: Countdown Calendar

I have just checked my calendar and agree with John that this is very poor - letters and numbers games are duplicated in the exact same order from 20th December-31st December and 1st January - 12th January. At least the conundrums were different on these days I suppose but I cant help but feel cheat...
by Jayne Wisniewski
Sat Dec 29, 2012 10:27 am
Forum: Games and Puzzles
Topic: Christmas Crossword
Replies: 9
Views: 4155

Re: Christmas Crossword

Solved it!
Think there might need a slight tweak to the clue.
Thanks Charlie for a very inventive crossword.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Sat Dec 29, 2012 9:23 am
Forum: Games and Puzzles
Topic: Christmas Crossword
Replies: 9
Views: 4155

Re: Christmas Crossword

Thanks for sharing these crosswords -both very enjoyable! I completed Ryan's and am nearly there with Charlie's, just flummoxed by 33 across. Am off to read the dictionary now to try to crack it :)
by Jayne Wisniewski
Wed Dec 26, 2012 2:16 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday December 21st 2012 (Series 67 Final)
Replies: 32
Views: 8915

Re: Spoilers for Friday December 21st 2012 (Series 67 Final)

Just want to add my congratulations to all the finalists for a thoroughly entertaining, thrilling series finals and particularly well done to Paul for being consistantly good throughout and Heather for flying the flag for the ladies so brilliantly.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Wed Dec 26, 2012 2:07 pm
Forum: Games and Puzzles
Topic: Ryan's Big Fat Quiz of the Year
Replies: 13
Views: 4908

Re: Ryan's Big Fat Quiz of the Year

The Wisniewski family enjoyed this quiz as part of our Xmas day festivities - 3 teams of 4 players all achieved a similar score. Good balance of questions and well presented - would recommend it!
by Jayne Wisniewski
Sat Dec 01, 2012 10:35 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Thursday November 29th 2012 (Series 67 #82)
Replies: 22
Views: 4082

Re: Spoilers for Thursday November 29th 2012 (Series 67 #82)

Congratulations on becoming an octochamp David and good luck for the finals:)
by Jayne Wisniewski
Mon Nov 19, 2012 6:55 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday November 19th 2012
Replies: 30
Views: 7130

Re: Spoilers For Monday November 19th 2012

Congratulations on becoming an octochamp Heather - very well deserved :)
by Jayne Wisniewski
Wed Nov 07, 2012 8:43 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Wednesday November 7th 2012 (Series 67 #67)
Replies: 22
Views: 5474

Re: Spoilers for Wednesday November 7th 2012 (Series 67 #67)

Seriously impressive performance Heather against a very good opponent. Well done - I look forward to watching your progress :)
by Jayne Wisniewski
Wed Oct 31, 2012 8:33 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Countdown in the news
Replies: 217
Views: 63259

Re: Countdown in the news

Given that the countdown team are obviously reading this message board I'd like to add my support for James and say that I think his studio ban should be lifted. True I don't know the background of the why he was banned in the first place but i'm sure he is older and wiser now and has been punished ...
by Jayne Wisniewski
Mon Oct 22, 2012 8:20 pm
Forum: Other game shows
Topic: University Challenge 2012/2013
Replies: 28
Views: 9654

Re: University Challenge 2012/2013

Well done Tom - I'm sure Tony will be pleased that you got the 'Go' question right!
by Jayne Wisniewski
Mon Oct 15, 2012 9:38 am
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday October 12th 2012 (Series 67 Prelim 49)
Replies: 6
Views: 1927

Re: Spoilers for Friday October 12th 2012 (Series 67 Prelim

Well done Tia - its great to see another lady octochamp!
by Jayne Wisniewski
Mon Oct 15, 2012 9:36 am
Forum: Other game shows
Topic: Take Me Out
Replies: 4
Views: 4099

Take Me Out

We're used to seeing ex Countdown contestants on more cerebral game shows but I noticed Jordan Humphries is one of the line up on ITV's Take Me Out.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Mon May 21, 2012 9:22 pm
Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
Topic: Monday 21st May 2012 (Series 66, Prelim 90)
Replies: 1
Views: 917

Re: Monday 21st May 2012 (Series 66, Prelim 90)

It was actually a Monday afternoon recording - I know because I was there!
by Jayne Wisniewski
Mon May 07, 2012 6:25 pm
Forum: Off-topic
Topic: Phones and networks
Replies: 36
Views: 4989

Re: Phones and networks

I recently upgraded from an old Nokia to an iPhone and I absolutely love it. I use it so much more than my old phone because of the easy Internet access. I love the touch screen for ease of use. Also use it for listening to music, taking and storing photos, checking Facebook, twitter etc, playing ga...
by Jayne Wisniewski
Sun Apr 08, 2012 7:46 am
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: COREA results and recaps
Replies: 19
Views: 10298

Re: COREA results and recaps

Emily and I enjoyed the day very much - well done to you and your team for organising it:)
by Jayne Wisniewski
Wed Feb 15, 2012 10:38 am
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: CO:REA - Reading - Saturday of Easter Weekend 2012
Replies: 63
Views: 14552

Re: CO:REA - Easter Saturday 2012

If Leeds continue to play as they have been Ed might end up coming to CoRea!
by Jayne Wisniewski
Mon Feb 13, 2012 3:21 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: CO:REA - Reading - Saturday of Easter Weekend 2012
Replies: 63
Views: 14552

Re: CO:REA - Easter Saturday 2012

Ed is going to watch Leeds at Reading so I will be coming.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Tue Jan 17, 2012 4:52 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Tuesday January 17th 2012
Replies: 14
Views: 2871

Re: Spoilers For Tuesday January 17th 2012

Congratulations Jack -fantasic set of results and a very deserved octochamp. When I was in the audience watching your first game I thought then that you were a potential star. Ive really enjoyed watching your progress since then and in the words of our new host "Well Done Champ"
by Jayne Wisniewski
Sun Jan 01, 2012 2:28 pm
Forum: Off-topic
Topic: Yet another silly 'predict the time' game
Replies: 25
Views: 3574

Re: Yet another silly 'predict the time' game

15 January 22:08 ( my birthday and time )
by Jayne Wisniewski
Tue Dec 20, 2011 2:52 pm
Forum: apterous.org
Topic: aptoSOS.02 - signup and shiz
Replies: 76
Views: 21417

Re: aptoSOS.02 - signup and shiz

I'd like to take part please.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Wed Dec 14, 2011 6:42 am
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Tuesday December 13th 2011
Replies: 26
Views: 4888

Re: Spoilers For Tuesday December 13th 2011

I was a bit disappointed that I didn't give him a closer game, especially watching it back and seeing obvious words I'd missed such as dosage and causes (and shogunate!) But for me it was fantastic to be part of the finals, particularly Jeff's last shows, and I met some lovely people so a great expe...
by Jayne Wisniewski
Tue Dec 13, 2011 2:38 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Tuesday December 13th 2011
Replies: 26
Views: 4888

Re: Spoilers For Tuesday December 13th 2011

Have already had words with James about this - it makes me sound like Norah Batty! I might have preferred "Barnt Green Battler"! :lol:
by Jayne Wisniewski
Thu Dec 08, 2011 10:32 pm
Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
Topic: Thursday 8th December 2011 (Series 65, 1st QF)
Replies: 2
Views: 1189

Re: Thursday 8th December 2011 (Series 65, 1st QF)

Not sure I like being called a " battleaxe" James! :lol:

Excellent game today. Mark's stunning performance, the lively banter and Jeff on great form. It was a privilege to be in the audience :D
by Jayne Wisniewski
Mon Oct 17, 2011 5:26 pm
Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
Topic: Monday 17 October 2011 (Series 65, Preliminary 76)
Replies: 19
Views: 2547

Re: Monday 17 September 2011 (Series 65, Preliminary 76)

Well done Rhys a good recap and very timely done.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Fri Oct 14, 2011 6:48 pm
Forum: Other game shows
Topic: Pointless Series 5
Replies: 216
Views: 41701

Re: Pointless Series 5

Have just watched Pointless. What happens now - do you get another chance?
by Jayne Wisniewski
Fri Oct 14, 2011 8:38 am
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday October 14th 2011
Replies: 15
Views: 3038

Re: Spoilers for Friday October 14th 2011

I don't like the programme but i have set my sky box to record Pointless today after all the plugs you have given it! I hope you have done well.
by Jayne Wisniewski
Tue Oct 04, 2011 8:53 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Tuesday October 4th 2011
Replies: 24
Views: 3807

Re: Spoilers For Tuesday October 4th 2011

Thanks for all the nice comments. I look forward to the finals and to meeting up with you all. In the meantime must practice conundrums!
by Jayne Wisniewski
Mon Oct 03, 2011 5:40 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday October 3rd 2011
Replies: 11
Views: 3279

Re: Spoilers For Monday October 3rd 2011

Adam Gillard wrote:Jayne is very modest. I heard this first-hand. Seriously though, well played so far and I hope you got to octochampdom.

Yes but modesty is my only fault. Seriously though, thank you!
by Jayne Wisniewski
Sun Sep 25, 2011 6:06 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Friday September 23rd 2011
Replies: 49
Views: 5294

Re: Spoilers For Friday September 23rd 2011

Hi all -just to answer some of your comments. I had remembered seeing captioner/recaption in a previous game and I wrote both words down. Luckily something spurred me on to declare the right one! Watching the programme back I'm obviously disappointed in a few rounds (the numbers especially) but it i...