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Jon Corby · Post by **Jon Corby** » Wed Apr 09, 2008 10:42 pm

Joseph Bolas wrote:How come this post sounds like you already have an idea of how America would do the theme tune, bearing in mind of course, that Countdown will NEVER appear in the US.

It does? How?

Joseph Bolas · Post by **Joseph Bolas** » Wed Apr 09, 2008 11:02 pm

Corby wrote:
Joseph Bolas wrote:How come this post sounds like you already have an idea of how America would do the theme tune, bearing in mind of course, that Countdown will NEVER appear in the US.
It does? How?

Well IMO, going by Jason's previous posts/threads, some have focused on who would have the rights to Countdown and also what the format would be if Aericans had approved of a plot. Also when going on about the format, Jason even mentioned the Clock music.

I know you all got US Jeopardy in England for a while, but the Countdown clock music would not have been nearly as infectious as the Final Jeopardy music.

And now Jason has asked about the music used for them theme. To me that sounds like Jason has an idea for an American Countdown theme and even something to replace the Clock music.

Jon Corby · Post by **Jon Corby** » Wed Apr 09, 2008 11:05 pm

Crumbs. Jason's posts are confusing enough without going to those sort of lengths to second-guess their intentions

Joseph Bolas · Post by **Joseph Bolas** » Thu Apr 10, 2008 12:04 am

Corby wrote:Crumbs. Jason's posts are confusing enough without going to those sort of lengths to second-guess their intentions

I know that, but if you try to guess what the reason for the post is, then you may not be confused by Jason's posts, because then you roughly will know what to expect.

I suppose it is making a mountain out of a molehill

Jason Larsen · Post by **Jason Larsen** » Thu Apr 10, 2008 2:59 pm

Let me get this straight.

If you think back to the very first episode of Countdown, the original arrangement had a series of opening drum beatings for an introduction as well as a synthesizer. The closing theme had extended drum beatings and the synthesizer. In the current arrangement of the opening theme, there is a synthesizer and the main theme song would start after the synthesizer. In the closing theme, there is no synthesizer, the main theme song just starts playing.

By the way, I was thinking of Who Wants to be a Millionaire when I made that one post. I meant to imply that they didn't change a thing in Millionaire's theme tune when it came to the US, so why would they change the theme from Countdown if it moved here?

Jason Larsen · Post by **Jason Larsen** » Thu Apr 10, 2008 4:46 pm

I wouldn't change a thing about Countdown if it moved here.

Richard Priest · Post by **Richard Priest** » Mon Apr 14, 2008 5:58 pm

Hi everyone, just joined today, feel like I've joined a big happy family. Waiting to hear this week if I'm in the finals. Fingers crossed. Best wishes everyone.Richard.

Martin Gardner · Post by **Martin Gardner** » Mon Apr 14, 2008 6:01 pm

Good luck to you for that, and well done on your performances. For obvious reasons, don't tell us if you make it or not or we'll be able to guess how many Octochamps there are in this series.

Martin

Paul Howe · Post by **Paul Howe** » Mon Apr 14, 2008 6:07 pm

Hi Richard, good to have you here. I hope you make it back for the finals as your performances were excellent and very enjoyable to watch, and I was very surprised when you didn't make octochamp.

Charlie Reams · Post by **Charlie Reams** » Mon Apr 14, 2008 6:20 pm

Paul Howe wrote:I hope you make it back for the finals as your performances were excellent and very enjoyable to watch, and I was very surprised when you didn't make octochamp.

Yes, I'll be gutted if you don't make it to the finals. A Priest / O'Donnell quarterfinal would be awesome viewing. Welcome to the group and apologies that it took me so long to approve your membership -- we're getting bombarded with spam users at the moment and spotting the legitimate ones is become increasing difficult.

David O'Donnell · Post by **David O'Donnell** » Mon Apr 14, 2008 6:40 pm

Hi Richard, welcome to the site. I have to concur with Mr. Howe that I was very surprised to not see you become an octochamp. I really enjoyed your games and you had some staggering spots although I am getting a knot in my stomach at the prospect of your being number 8 seed

Jon Corby · Post by **Jon Corby** » Mon Apr 14, 2008 7:47 pm

I'm getting a bulge in my trousers at the prospect

Jennifer Turner · Post by **Jennifer Turner** » Mon Apr 14, 2008 9:27 pm

Richpriest wrote:...feel like I've joined a big happy family.

You haven't read the forums yet, have you?

Damian E · Post by **Damian E** » Mon Apr 14, 2008 11:18 pm

Jennifer Turner wrote:
Richpriest wrote:...feel like I've joined a big happy family.
You haven't read the forums yet, have you?

Let's hope he doesn't waste time reading your garbage eh?

Howard Somerset · Post by **Howard Somerset** » Mon Apr 14, 2008 11:40 pm

Another welcome to the forum, Richard. I'm yet another person who could well have bet money on you becoming an octochamp.

You may not realise it, but since the start of Series 47, which is the first of the 15 round series in which contestants were allowed to continue until they'd won 8 rounds, you have the second highest points total of all those who managed 6 wins.

Good luck later this week. Hope to watch you in the final against David, assuming you miss the 5th and 8th seeding positions.

Kate Horton · Post by **Kate Horton** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 1:47 pm

[Cut - serious spoiler]

Charlie Reams · Post by **Charlie Reams** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 3:05 pm

KateHorton wrote:[Cut - serious spoiler]

Sorry to edit your post, Kate, but I'm pretty sure that the original post was a big spoiler. I'll read it more carefully and restore it if I'm wrong.

Jon Corby · Post by **Jon Corby** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 4:14 pm

Women.

David O'Donnell · Post by **David O'Donnell** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 4:47 pm

Charlie Reams wrote:
KateHorton wrote:[Cut - serious spoiler]
Sorry to edit your post, Kate, but I'm pretty sure that the original post was a big spoiler. I'll read it more carefully and restore it if I'm wrong.

Was it details of the seedings? Please let me have it, I must know. I am going insane I tells ya, INSANE.

Jason Larsen · Post by **Jason Larsen** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 5:36 pm

Hi, Richard.

Welcome to the forum.

You know, there's a welcome thread for you to introduce yourself, but that's ok. Welcome anyway.

You did a great job on Countdown by the way.

Joseph Bolas · Post by **Joseph Bolas** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 7:07 pm

Jason Larsen wrote:You know, there's a welcome thread for you to introduce yourself, but that's ok.

Good one Jason

(you must've forgot about this

).

Welcome to the forum Richard. Well done for getting a seed and good luck to you for when you record the finals later on this year

.

Jason Larsen · Post by **Jason Larsen** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 7:56 pm

Thank you, Joseph.

Good luck in the near future, Richard.

Richard Brittain · Post by **Richard Brittain** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 8:16 pm

Charlie Reams wrote:
KateHorton wrote:[Cut - serious spoiler]
Sorry to edit your post, Kate, but I'm pretty sure that the original post was a big spoiler. I'll read it more carefully and restore it if I'm wrong.

Eh, it wasn't that bad. I'm pretty sure that what she said would not have lessened the enjoyment of anyone watching the show.

Charlie Reams · Post by **Charlie Reams** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 10:04 pm

Richard Brittain wrote:
Charlie Reams wrote:
KateHorton wrote:[Cut - serious spoiler]
Sorry to edit your post, Kate, but I'm pretty sure that the original post was a big spoiler. I'll read it more carefully and restore it if I'm wrong.
Eh, it wasn't that bad. I'm pretty sure that what she said would not have lessened the enjoyment of anyone watching the show.

Martin already said in this thread that he didn't want to know anything that might reflect future results, and I agree.

Jason Larsen · Post by **Jason Larsen** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 10:41 pm

Again, good luck, Richard.

Kate Horton · Post by **Kate Horton** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 9:25 am

Hi Charlie,
Can't see how confirming Richard is in the finals is a spoiler seeing as you are all wishing him good luck for the finals. Thought it was a nice touch letting him know via the forum. Or is that me being a dizzy woman, Corby?
Sorry. Wont happen again.

Jon Corby · Post by **Jon Corby** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 9:42 am

KateHorton wrote:Can't see how confirming Richard is in the finals is a spoiler seeing as you are all wishing him good luck for the finals.

I'm assuming it is (or at least was) still theoretically possible, given the number of heats remaining, for him to be usurped. We now know that there isn't going to be a glut of octochamps before the end of the series.

KateHorton wrote:Sorry. Wont happen again

Lol, it just did

KateHorton wrote:Or is that me being a dizzy woman, Corby?

See above

Damian E · Post by **Damian E** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 9:46 am

KateHorton wrote: Sorry. Wont happen again.

Nonsense - don't ever apologise. Its marvellous that we've finally discovered what it is that annoys them.

Jon Corby · Post by **Jon Corby** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 9:52 am

Damian E wrote:Its marvellous that we've finally discovered what it is that annoys them.

Des saying "okey-doke"

Joseph Bolas · Post by **Joseph Bolas** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 10:09 am

Corby wrote:
Damian E wrote:Its marvellous that we've finally discovered what it is that annoys them.
Des saying "okey-doke"

Or people saying "and a better one"

Charlie Reams · Post by **Charlie Reams** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 10:17 am

KateHorton wrote:Hi Charlie,
Can't see how confirming Richard is in the finals is a spoiler seeing as you are all wishing him good luck for the finals. Thought it was a nice touch letting him know via the forum. Or is that me being a dizzy woman, Corby?
Sorry. Wont happen again.

Shakespearean humour at its best! You gave away exactly how many people will get 7 or more wins in the rest of the series. Knowing how many octochamps to expect is a pretty big spoiler with only a few weeks of the series to go, isn't it?

Damian Eadie wrote: Nonsense - don't ever apologise. Its marvellous that we've finally discovered what it is that annoys them.

Jason Larsen?

Damian E · Post by **Damian E** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 10:38 am

Shakespearean humour at its best! You gave away exactly how many people will get 7 or more wins in the rest of the series. Knowing how many octochamps to expect is a pretty big spoiler with only a few weeks of the series to go, isn't it?

I think to any normal person, it wouldn't really be a problem - but having said that i can see why it could possibly upset a few on here

Martin Gardner · Post by **Martin Gardner** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 10:48 am

I suspect Richard Priest's average score of 99.57 is the highest ever for someone who didn't become an Octochamp which makes him one of the best non-Octochamps ever. I think he'd be the favourite against one of the Octochamps unless he's #8 seed then he's playing DOD who averages 110 points a game.

Martin

Damian E · Post by **Damian E** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 11:03 am

Another sticky bun, anyone?

Richard Priest · Post by **Richard Priest** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 7:55 pm

Jason Larsen wrote:Hi, Richard.

Welcome to the forum.

You know, there's a welcome thread for you to introduce yourself, but that's ok. Welcome anyway.

You did a great job on Countdown by the way.

Hi Jason, wasn't aware of the thread. That's typical of me to jump in without looking. Never mind. Where do I find the thread? And also is there a way of changing your username if you wish?
Thanks again. Richard.

Richard Priest · Post by **Richard Priest** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 8:05 pm

KateHorton wrote:Hi Charlie,
Can't see how confirming Richard is in the finals is a spoiler seeing as you are all wishing him good luck for the finals. Thought it was a nice touch letting him know via the forum. Or is that me being a dizzy woman, Corby?
Sorry. Wont happen again.

Hi Kate, thanks for your email on the forum and your phone message today. I thought it was very thoughtful of you and I really appreciated it. It put my mind at rest anyway.
Look forward to speaking to you soon. Love from Richard x

Charlie Reams · Post by **Charlie Reams** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 8:45 pm

Richpriest wrote:Where do I find the thread? And also is there a way of changing your username if you wish?

Yep, let me know (in here or by private message) and I can change it for you.

Gavin Chipper · Post by **Gavin Chipper** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 10:03 pm

Martin Gardner wrote:I suspect Richard Priest's average score of 99.57 is the highest ever for someone who didn't become an Octochamp which makes him one of the best non-Octochamps ever. I think he'd be the favourite against one of the Octochamps unless he's #8 seed then he's playing DOD who averages 110 points a game.

Martin

It probably is the highest in the 15-round era. However, if you did some sort of translation of scores, I think Darren Shacklady's average would surpass this. He scored 389 in 6 games (an average of 64.8 and using the rough guide that is the 11:18 ratio it would come out as about 106, or using the more coarse 9:15 it would be 108.

Jason Larsen · Post by **Jason Larsen** » Fri Apr 18, 2008 2:02 am

Richard, how do you know Kate's phone number?

David O'Donnell · Post by **David O'Donnell** » Fri Apr 18, 2008 8:06 am

They are lovers, Jason.

Kate Horton · Post by **Kate Horton** » Fri Apr 18, 2008 9:19 am

David O'Donnell wrote:They are lovers, Jason.

Behave yourself, David - or you will be sleeping on a Leeds park bench at the end of May.

Jon Corby · Post by **Jon Corby** » Fri Apr 18, 2008 9:42 am

KateHorton wrote:Behave yourself, David - or you will be sleeping on a Leeds park bench at the end of May.

I'd imagine he's quite accustomed to that.

If you get my drift.

*makes glugging action from imaginary bottle*

David O'Donnell · Post by **David O'Donnell** » Fri Apr 18, 2008 9:59 am

KateHorton wrote:
David O'Donnell wrote:They are lovers, Jason.

Behave yourself, David - or you will be sleeping on a Leeds park bench at the end of May.

A drunken Irish man sleeping on a park bench? I'd be the first ever. I should point out for Jason's benefit that Kate's job involves a lot of liaising (not the dangerous kind!) with the contestants (like auditioning, checking availability of contestants, booking hotels and/or park benches, going through intros etc.) so most of us have a work contact number for her. Of course if Richard has a home contact then I am going with my initial proposition!

Jason Larsen · Post by **Jason Larsen** » Fri Apr 18, 2008 1:20 pm

David?

Jason Larsen · Post by **Jason Larsen** » Fri Apr 18, 2008 1:25 pm

I just thought I'd say one thing very quickly.

I am feeling very apprehensive about something. It has to do with Countdown. I had an excruciating day yesterday so I did not post that much here. I do not want insult added to injury for obvious reasons. More later, maybe.

Damian E · Post by **Damian E** » Fri Apr 18, 2008 1:27 pm

Jason Larsen wrote:I just thought I'd say one thing very quickly.

I am feeling very apprehensive about something. It has to do with Countdown. I had an excruciating day yesterday so I did not post that much here. I do not want insult added to injury for obvious reasons. More later, maybe.

Is this some kind of quiz?

Jason Larsen · Post by **Jason Larsen** » Fri Apr 18, 2008 3:40 pm

Damian, please expect a PM in your account here very soon, and that is a promise.

Damian E · Post by **Damian E** » Fri Apr 18, 2008 6:46 pm

Jason, chill out dude.

There are no worries anywhere.

lelb72 · Post by **lelb72** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 6:49 am

Hello All,
This is my first post on the forum but i'm no stranger to Countdown. I was going to set up my own messageboard until Kate at Countdown informed me about this one.

Have always watched the progam for as long as i can remember. I love Des O Conner he is a great host, as was Richard. The appeal of the program to me is the fact that the personalities and warmth of the hosts comes across when you watch it and that's what draws you in and keeps you watching continuously

lelb72 · Post by **lelb72** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 6:58 am

Hello Guys N Girls.
Im confused already. I'm new here and have posted in 2 welcome threads. I dont really want to put what i put in the first thread otherwise i will sound like a parrot. Just wanted to say Hello, and Hello to Damian aswell (It's Lee Bailey btw)
I don't know what to write now

Am from Birmingham and watch Countdown when i'm not at work. Kate told me about this forum so i came and joined

David O'Donnell · Post by **David O'Donnell** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 8:49 am

Hi and welcome to the forum, Lee!

I dare say we'll be seeing you on the show in a few weeks so I will be watching out for you

One thing I should point out is that there seems to be a low tolerance for spoilers here so no hints as to how you got on. Also, if you are interested, we play games via msn and we are always looking for new participants. It's not only great practice but you would also get to test your skillz against the likes of Travers, Wills, Howe and erm Corby (who is by far the best). Feel free to add a few msn details they should all be linked to the various user profiles.

Jason Larsen · Post by **Jason Larsen** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 2:25 pm

Hi, and welcome, Lee!

How did you find out about Countdown?

You will like it here! We are a lot of fun!

Enjoy your time!

Jason Larsen · Post by **Jason Larsen** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 2:35 pm

Lee, please disregard my last post.

I think Richard Priest was a little confused by this too, but Charlie says we have to post in the Welcome thread either if we are posting here for the first time or we return here after a long absence.

I tried to be part of those Countdown MSN gatherings but Lee, I have to warn you, if you have thought of something to say to the participants, you should try not to forget it because they have a habit of sidetracking you. This is because they are having so much fun.

Nothing against them, but you just have to accept that if you choose to be part of an online game.

Charlie Reams · Post by **Charlie Reams** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 4:06 pm

lelb72 wrote:Hello Guys N Girls.
Im confused already. I'm new here and have posted in 2 welcome threads. I dont really want to put what i put in the first thread otherwise i will sound like a parrot. Just wanted to say Hello, and Hello to Damian aswell (It's Lee Bailey btw)
I don't know what to write now
Am from Birmingham and watch Countdown when i'm not at work. Kate told me about this forum so i came and joined

Hello and welcome. I'll merge the two welcome threads as it does seem to cause some confusion. Not sure why you've taken to posting in blue but, err, whatever floats your boat I guess.

Benji Hanks · Post by **Benji Hanks** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 4:30 pm

Well, I've posted here 3rd, but it'll do...

I'm Benji Hanks, known in Countdownland as Ben, and am (as of yesterday) current Countdown champion

The bus driver seemed a little surprised when I sprung that little bombshell on him this morning.

David O'Donnell · Post by **David O'Donnell** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 4:56 pm

***********sits back and waits for Charlie to throw a wobbler********************

Edit: Whoops, I didn't realise you are actually Friday's champ: I wasn't able to watch the show. Ah that's alright it wasn't a spoiler and I am a complete tool (what else is new?). Welcome to the site Benji, hopefully I can catch some of your appearances next week.

Richard Brittain · Post by **Richard Brittain** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 6:53 pm

That's not blue, that's purple.

Ben's hair is blue though. Good win yesterday, Benji.

Jason Larsen · Post by **Jason Larsen** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 7:28 pm

Ben Hanks. Hi! Nice to meet you, and welcome to the forum!

You must have won yesterday's game of Countdown. I'll take a look at your first game when I get a chance.

Do you not have a car?

Enjoy your time here! We are a lot of fun and great to talk to. If you have any questions, don't be afraid to ask and one of us will answer you as soon as we can.

Benji Hanks · Post by **Benji Hanks** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 11:13 pm

Thankyou Richard, yes I was quite proud of my debut performance. Surpassed my personal goals!

Jason, yes I did, I apologise for spoiling the result.

I don't have a car, no, I'm still a student at university so see no need for one.

David, I suppose it could be argued it's a spoiler, but that's all relative.

Jason Larsen · Post by **Jason Larsen** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 11:25 pm

Hi, Ben!

I'll take a look at your first game when I get a chance.