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by Jojo Apollo
Thu Jan 04, 2024 6:45 pm
Forum: Other game shows
Topic: Countdowners On Other Quizzes
Replies: 253
Views: 164596

Re: Countdowners On Other Quizzes

As mentioned on the Jeopardy! thread, Kai Laddiman on tomorrow's episode of Jeopardy! :)
by Jojo Apollo
Thu Jan 04, 2024 6:35 pm
Forum: Other game shows
Topic: Jeopardy!
Replies: 17
Views: 2476

Re: Jeopardy!

Why do ITV insist on stretching out shows that are perfectly fine being 30 minutes long to an hour? So annoying. Yeah so many shows can go back to being 30 minutes with a maximum of just one short ad break but they no doubt want to increase revenue from the extra long ad breaks. Also too much time ...
by Jojo Apollo
Wed Jan 03, 2024 2:57 pm
Forum: Other game shows
Topic: Jeopardy!
Replies: 17
Views: 2476

Re: Jeopardy!

Why do ITV insist on stretching out shows that are perfectly fine being 30 minutes long to an hour? So annoying. Yeah so many shows can go back to being 30 minutes with a maximum of just one short ad break but they no doubt want to increase revenue from the extra long ad breaks. Also too much time ...
by Jojo Apollo
Tue Jan 02, 2024 4:08 pm
Forum: Other game shows
Topic: Jeopardy!
Replies: 17
Views: 2476

Re: Jeopardy!

Quite a painful watch, needs to find a way of putting some pace into it. Is it money they are accumulating or just points? Wasn't clear what happens to the winner going forward, does he take his "money" with him? I think it's the money they are accumulating. They need to get back to the 9...
by Jojo Apollo
Mon Jan 01, 2024 1:26 pm
Forum: Other game shows
Topic: Jeopardy!
Replies: 17
Views: 2476

Jeopardy!

A reminder that the classic quiz returns today at 5.45pm on ITV1 hosted by Stephen Fry. :)
by Jojo Apollo
Sun Dec 24, 2023 4:45 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday 22nd December 2023 (Series 88 Grand Final)
Replies: 18
Views: 3286

Re: Spoilers for Friday 22nd December 2023 (Series 88 Grand Final)

Well played chaps, Great final. :)

Well done on another great series 8-)
by Jojo Apollo
Thu Jun 29, 2023 4:20 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Thursday 29th June 2023 - Series 87 Grand Final
Replies: 21
Views: 2095

Re: Spoilers for Thursday 29th June 2023 - Series 87 Grand Final

Great game, many congrats to Ronan on becoming series champ, awesome performance, very classy letting Cillian hold the trophy at the end aswell. :) Well done to Cillian on becoming series runner-up, a great set of games 8-)
by Jojo Apollo
Tue May 30, 2023 10:31 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday 26th May 2023 (Series 87, Heat 90)
Replies: 10
Views: 1143

Re: Spoilers for Friday 26th May 2023 (Series 87, Heat 90)

Just caught up to this show, many congrats Ronan. :) A magnificent set of games 8-)
by Jojo Apollo
Thu Feb 02, 2023 5:11 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Tuesday 31 January 2023 (Series 87, Heat 7)
Replies: 7
Views: 1136

Re: Spoilers for Tuesday 31 January 2023 (Series 87, Heat 7)

Just caught up with this episode. :o Many, many congrats Cillian on equalling the world record 8-)
by Jojo Apollo
Thu Feb 02, 2023 1:59 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Jim Bentley, 1971-2022
Replies: 32
Views: 3841

Re: Jim Bentley, 1971-2022

I don't know what to say, I was about to post : "Very sad news indeed, I played several games with him over the years on apterous and Jim was always polite, courteous and always had a good sense of humour... RIP" I then saw the other posts on this thread and was confused and then saw the s...
by Jojo Apollo
Fri Jan 20, 2023 8:25 pm
Forum: Other game shows
Topic: Top Of The World - 1982 final
Replies: 2
Views: 1251

Top Of The World - 1982 final

A very rare nostalgic find indeed. I remember watching this very short-lived quiz hosted by Eamonn Andrews, it was sort of an international version of Mastermind with a great theme tune and first prize:

I won't spoil the result :) :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sEzianS1E7k
by Jojo Apollo
Fri Jan 20, 2023 5:35 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday 20 January 2023 - The 16th Championship of Champions Grand Final
Replies: 47
Views: 3856

Re: Spoilers for Friday 20 January 2023 - The 16th Championship of Champions Grand Final

Wow wow wow! What a final, incredible final chaps. :D I thought James had it there but amazing Ahmed pulls it out of the bag and does it again. 8-) Many congrats Ahmed on joining the immortals of Countdown and very well done James on becoming C of C runner-up. Well done to all the C of C contestants...
by Jojo Apollo
Fri Dec 23, 2022 6:56 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday 23 December 2022 - Series 86 Grand Final
Replies: 34
Views: 2811

Re: Spoilers for Friday 23 December 2022 - Series 86 Grand Final

Awesome game, very well done chaps. Many congrats to Tom on becoming series champ and Ed on becoming series runner-up. Looking forward to seeing both in the champ of champs. 8-)
by Jojo Apollo
Sun Dec 18, 2022 10:51 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: David Barnard, 1991-2022
Replies: 85
Views: 11976

Re: David Barnard, 1991-2022

RIP David. I'm not a religious person but if there is a heaven, hopefully David will be there causing a bit of mischief and playing Countdown with all the late, sadly missed Apterites we have lost over the years.

Great eulogy from Mark, it can't have been easy. Much appreciated sir.
by Jojo Apollo
Tue Nov 08, 2022 6:37 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Monday 7 November 2022 (Series 86, Heat 101)
Replies: 5
Views: 641

Re: Spoilers for Monday 7 November 2022 (Series 86, Heat 101)

I only scrubbed thru the bits to see how he'd do in the entrance, breaks, and conundrum (for obvious reasons), and honestly, I think Richard might be the best backup for a host I've seen. Gentle approach and a kind heart really sold it to me. Yes, I would agree with that, so relaxed and on top of i...
by Jojo Apollo
Fri Nov 04, 2022 6:54 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Thursday 3 November 2022 (Series 86, Heat 99)
Replies: 9
Views: 853

Re: Spoilers for Thursday 3 November 2022 (Series 86, Heat 99)

Ronan M Higginson wrote: Fri Nov 04, 2022 6:50 pm Sadly not
Ah cheers Ronan
by Jojo Apollo
Fri Nov 04, 2022 6:53 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday 4 November 2022 (Series 86, Heat 100)
Replies: 13
Views: 1065

Re: Spoilers for Friday 4 November 2022 (Series 86, Heat 100)

Well done to Floella Benjamin on hosting the show this week. Nice and calm. :)

Hopefully more TV legends will host for a week or so, no need for a permanent host as demonstrated on HIGNFY, it keeps it fresh.
by Jojo Apollo
Wed Nov 02, 2022 6:50 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: 40th Anniversary Celebrations
Replies: 40
Views: 4101

Re: 40th Anniversary Celebrations

Happy 40th anniversary. 8-)

I remember watching the first episode on Channel 4 in 1982 and thinking it was a load of rubbish, mind you I didn't realise you were supposed to play along at home. :lol:
by Jojo Apollo
Mon Oct 31, 2022 8:16 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Monday 31 October 2022 (Series 86, Heat 96)
Replies: 11
Views: 886

Re: Spoilers for Monday 31 October 2022 (Series 86, Heat 96)

Great to see seemingly ageless legendary presenter Floella Benjamin hosting the show this week. Many of us remember her fondly from Playschool and Play Away. :D
by Jojo Apollo
Wed Oct 05, 2022 4:38 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Wednesday 5 October 2022 (Series 86, Heat 78)
Replies: 12
Views: 1144

Re: Spoilers for Wednesday 5 October 2022 (Series 86, Heat 78)

Sam Cappleman-Lynes wrote: Wed Oct 05, 2022 3:54 pm
Jojo Apollo wrote: Wed Oct 05, 2022 3:49 pm On the number of rounds unbeaten record, how many rounds did Craig Beevers lose on his Octorun?
Four lost rounds, and a further two where neither player scored.
Ah cheers, Sam :)
by Jojo Apollo
Wed Oct 05, 2022 3:49 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Wednesday 5 October 2022 (Series 86, Heat 78)
Replies: 12
Views: 1144

Re: Spoilers for Wednesday 5 October 2022 (Series 86, Heat 78)

On the number of rounds unbeaten record, how many rounds did Craig Beevers lose on his Octorun?
by Jojo Apollo
Wed Oct 05, 2022 3:45 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Wednesday 5 October 2022 (Series 86, Heat 78)
Replies: 12
Views: 1144

Re: Spoilers for Wednesday 5 October 2022 (Series 86, Heat 78)

Awesome performance, no rounds lost, 1000 club. Many congrats Tom 8-) especially with the extra pressure heaped on by Colin. :lol:
by Jojo Apollo
Mon Oct 03, 2022 11:14 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: David Barnard, 1991-2022
Replies: 85
Views: 11976

Re: Please say a prayer for David Barnard

So, let's not beat around the bush here. It's a hard truth but it's an unavoidable one. After much testing and unsuccessful rehabilitation, it has been determined that there is no hope of recovery for David, and he is being moved into hospice care for whatever time he has left. Very sad news. Sendi...
by Jojo Apollo
Sun Oct 02, 2022 6:53 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Thursday 29 September 2022 (Series 86, Heat 74)
Replies: 15
Views: 1313

Re: Spoilers for Thursday 29 September 2022 (Series 86, Heat 74)

Just caught up to this epic edition. Magnificent super performance. :shock: :o Many, many congrats Tom on the new world record!!! 8-) 8-) 8-)
by Jojo Apollo
Sat Jul 09, 2022 11:27 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday 17th June 2022 (Series 85 Grand Final)
Replies: 21
Views: 2259

Re: Spoilers for Friday 17th June 2022 (Series 85 Grand Final)

Finally caught up to this episode. Very well played chaps, great final. Many congrats Dan on becoming series champ :) and well done Matt on being series runner-up 8-)
by Jojo Apollo
Tue May 03, 2022 11:28 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: David Barnard, 1991-2022
Replies: 85
Views: 11976

Re: Please say a prayer for David Barnard

Sending best wishes to David. He has a great sense of humour, I always had a good laugh playing him on Apterous. Get well soon, David.
by Jojo Apollo
Mon Feb 07, 2022 5:17 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Monday 7th February 2022 (Series 85, Prelim 26)
Replies: 8
Views: 983

Re: Spoilers for Monday 7 February 2022 (Series 85, Prelim 26)

Well done, Dan, on becoming an octochamp. Excellent set of games there. 8-)
by Jojo Apollo
Tue Feb 01, 2022 3:04 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Thursday 27th January 2022 (Series 85, Prelim 19)
Replies: 19
Views: 2036

Re: Spoilers for Thursday 27 January 2022 (Series 85, Prelim 19)

Many congrats Dan on the superb debut score. :)
by Jojo Apollo
Fri Dec 24, 2021 5:26 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Thursday 23rd December 2021 (Series 84 Grand Final)
Replies: 11
Views: 1832

Re: Spoilers for Thursday 23 December 2021 (Series 84 Grand Final)

Many congrats to amazing Ahmed on becoming series champ, another superb performance. 8-) Also many congrats to Florence on being series runner-up. :)

Another great series, well done all. :)
by Jojo Apollo
Fri Dec 24, 2021 5:21 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Wednesday 22nd December 2021 (Series 84, SF2)
Replies: 13
Views: 1296

Re: Spoilers for Wednesday 22 December 2021 (Series 84, SF2)

I had to wait for the catch-up service to see this episode today, worth the wait. Well done both, great contest. 8-)
by Jojo Apollo
Fri Dec 17, 2021 9:07 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Thursday 16th December 2021 (Series 84, QF 2)
Replies: 12
Views: 1527

Re: Spoilers for Thursday 16th December 2021 (Series 84, QF 2)

Another excellent performance from Stu. Great plane making skills also. :)
by Jojo Apollo
Thu Nov 25, 2021 9:00 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Wednesday 24th November 2021 (Series 84, Prelim 107)
Replies: 7
Views: 1047

Re: Spoilers for Wednesday 24th November 2021 (Series 84, Prelim 107)

Finally caught up on episodes. Superb score from the challenger. 8-)
by Jojo Apollo
Wed Oct 27, 2021 3:01 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Countdown on All 4
Replies: 21
Views: 3770

Re: Countdown on All 4

I've just seen they've got the new shows on All 4 now. Well everything from Thursday 14th October, but still a big gap after Monday 4th. They'll be showing the 5th of October episode tomorrow on Channel 4 at 6.05am. I presume they'll be showing the episodes after that in that time slot on following...
by Jojo Apollo
Sat Oct 16, 2021 2:25 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Countdown on All 4
Replies: 21
Views: 3770

Re: Countdown on All 4

I haven't been able to watch yesterday's (Mon 4/10/21) game because it hasn't appeared on All 4. Also Friday's game isn't on there either (but I watched that on TV). Is this due to the ongoing problems they've been having does anyone know? Same here, haven't seen any episodes from the 1st of Octobe...
by Jojo Apollo
Tue Jul 27, 2021 9:44 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Wednesday 21st July 2021
Replies: 4
Views: 1470

Re: Spoilers for 21st July 2021

Just caught up to this episode, excellent standard by both. I didn't like how Anne kept badgering the challenger to sing though, he clearly didn't want to and she kept throwing insults his way. You're supposed to put the contestant at ease, particularly the challenger who is making their first appea...
by Jojo Apollo
Tue Jul 06, 2021 1:06 am
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday 25th June 2021 (Series 83 Grand Final)
Replies: 21
Views: 3702

Re: Spoilers for Friday 25th June 2021 (Series 83 Grand Final)

Finally caught up to the Grand Final show. Great game and one of the biggest upsets in Countdown history I reckon going by the form book. Many congrats to Adam who played like a demon in the final, on fire whilst keeping his cool 8-) Well done to Luke on being series runner-up and outstanding games ...
by Jojo Apollo
Tue Feb 16, 2021 12:19 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: ROBINSON TO HOST COUNTDOWN!!
Replies: 60
Views: 14309

Re: ROBINSON TO HOST COUNTDOWN!!

My two pence worth, I hope I'm wrong but I have a feeling this won't end well. She has a reputation for being a bit of a diva and rubbing up production staff etc the wrong way with her demands.
by Jojo Apollo
Fri Dec 25, 2020 9:33 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Special Spoilers for Wednesday 23rd December 2020 (Special S49)
Replies: 17
Views: 5152

Re: Special Spoilers for Wednesday 23 December 2020

Brilliant game, chaps. Great set of specials, well done all :)
by Jojo Apollo
Fri Dec 18, 2020 9:09 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday 18th December 2020 (Series 82, Grand Final)
Replies: 42
Views: 10990

Re: Spoilers for Friday 18 December 2020 (Series 82, Grand Final)

Superb game between two class acts. Very well done chaps. :) Many congrats, Luke on becoming series champ and Sam on becoming series runner-up 8-)

Well done Team Countdown on another great series particularly in these difficult times.
by Jojo Apollo
Fri Nov 27, 2020 4:02 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Monday 23rd November 2020
Replies: 4
Views: 1695

Re: Spoilers for 23rd November 2020

Finally caught up to this game. What a great game, well played chaps 8-) Well done Martyn on a great set of games, hopefully you make the finals, if not hopefully you'll be given another go. :)
by Jojo Apollo
Fri Jul 24, 2020 2:03 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: ZoomDown finals!
Replies: 42
Views: 13263

Re: ZoomDown finals!

Great final, well done Team Zoomdown 8-) Nice to see legend Allan Saldanah make a guest appearance, he's hardly aged since the Supreme Final. :)
by Jojo Apollo
Fri Jul 10, 2020 6:47 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: ZoomDown finals!
Replies: 42
Views: 13263

Re: ZoomDown finals!

Youtube link is https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWmQM7wUgtyzmCxOwZrBgMg Subscribe to get notified when stuff is happening :) Monday 8pm - Dan v Elliott, then Conor v Ian Thursday 8pm - Brad v Hazel, then Jonathan v Steve Worth watching live if you can cos half the fun is joining in the live chat :...
by Jojo Apollo
Fri Jul 10, 2020 2:20 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: ZoomDown finals!
Replies: 42
Views: 13263

Re: ZoomDown finals!

An awesome eightsome. Do you have precise times/dates for the quarter final matches and youtube link, please? :)
by Jojo Apollo
Fri Jun 26, 2020 2:47 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?

Film Buff of the Year, which ran for about 3 years in the 1980s. It was, as the title suggests, a quiz dedicated to films. The breadth of knowledge of the contestants was jaw dropping, and I think it got pulled because it was almost impossible to play along. Face the Music.(BBC2 1970s and 80s) A qu...
by Jojo Apollo
Fri Jun 26, 2020 2:31 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: 30BC Grand Final Spoilers For Friday March 1st 2013
Replies: 132
Views: 36799

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

Great seeing all these classic shows again, I remembered PONYTAILS all these years later but still got slaughtered again :lol: Did Conor ever pass his degree? :) It would be great to see all these greats regularly back on Apterous again. Here's to the 40th birthday celebrations special series in a c...
by Jojo Apollo
Wed Jun 03, 2020 7:26 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 en...
by Jojo Apollo
Thu Feb 13, 2020 6:02 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?

100% was cancelled by a commissioner called Kevin Lygo. Wonder if there was some family loyalty act of revenge going on there. :lol: They may be brothers, both are around the same age. A couple of other game shows to mention, Turnabout (good fun game and excellent host back in the day) and UK Jeopa...
by Jojo Apollo
Thu Feb 13, 2020 2:02 am
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?

Oh, and another vote for 100%. That show ruled. Who can forget the incredible Ian Lygo on that, unbeaten for 75 shows (a world record for most consecutive wins on a game show I believe) and the crazy decision of the producer who changed the rules so he could get rid of him. There was a news item on...
by Jojo Apollo
Wed Feb 12, 2020 5:11 pm
Forum: Other game shows
Topic: Quizzes/game shows you'd like to see return?
Replies: 24
Views: 16200

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

Which defunct shows would you like to see return? I'd like to see the return of BrainTeaser (minus the dodgy phone-in comps), 100%, Going For Gold, Knightmare (with updated SFX technology), Catchword, In the Grid (wasn't really given a good run originally), Beat the Teacher (updated for Uni students...
by Jojo Apollo
Thu Feb 06, 2020 12:06 am
Forum: Off-topic
Topic: 2020 Vision
Replies: 24
Views: 11162

Re: 2020 Vision

My two pence worth : 1) Tyson Fury to beat Deontay Wilder in the rematch and beat Anthony Joshua later in the year 2) Keir Starmer to become Labour leader 3) Noah Lyles to win the Olympic 100m and 200m double 4) The Countdown high score record to be beaten 5) Judd Trump to become another victim of ...
by Jojo Apollo
Tue Jan 21, 2020 4:11 pm
Forum: Off-topic
Topic: 2020 Vision
Replies: 24
Views: 11162

Re: 2020 Vision

Marc Meakin wrote: Mon Jan 06, 2020 3:57 pm
8) Jess Phillips will be the new Labour Leader.
Unlucky Marc :https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-51195059 and it's not even February :P ;)
by Jojo Apollo
Thu Jan 09, 2020 10:41 pm
Forum: Off-topic
Topic: 2020 Vision
Replies: 24
Views: 11162

Re: 2020 Vision

My two pence worth : 1) Tyson Fury to beat Deontay Wilder in the rematch and beat Anthony Joshua later in the year 2) Keir Starmer to become Labour leader 3) Noah Lyles to win the Olympic 100m and 200m double 4) The Countdown high score record to be beaten 5) Judd Trump to become another victim of t...
by Jojo Apollo
Mon Jan 06, 2020 4:23 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Monday 6th January 2020 (Series 82, Prelim 3)
Replies: 3
Views: 2362

Re: Spoilers for Monday 6th January 2020 (Series 82, Prelim 3)

Super set of games, Luke, well done on becoming an octochamp. :) In the exclusive 1000 club. 8-)
by Jojo Apollo
Tue Dec 31, 2019 4:12 pm
Forum: Other game shows
Topic: Quizmaster
Replies: 1
Views: 3191

Quizmaster

From a few days ago: https://www.itv.com/hub/quizmaster/2a6225a0001 An exciting quiz featuring quite a few of the quizzing greats. Well worth a watch :)
by Jojo Apollo
Tue Dec 24, 2019 12:43 pm
Forum: Games and Puzzles
Topic: Dr Slicer's Holy Grail riddle
Replies: 1
Views: 2475

Dr Slicer's Holy Grail riddle

An interesting read of a football betting strategy that supposedly guaranteed a profit: https://exploitativebetting.co.uk/dr-slicers-holy-grail-betfair-strategy-debunked/ Dr Slicer’s Holy Grail Betfair Strategy – Debunked? A couple of years back, I came across an article about a riddle called “the H...
by Jojo Apollo
Mon Dec 23, 2019 5:10 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday 20th December 2019 (Series 81, GRAND FINAL)
Replies: 11
Views: 4944

Re: Spoilers for Friday 20th December 2019 (Series 81, GRAND FINAL)

Great final, well played lads. Many congrats James on becoming Series champ, superb performance 8-) Also well done Jamie on being series runner-up.
Well done Team Countdown, another great series :)