Archives for November, 2007

Letter from the olive tree


After two interviews I have been accepted to do voluntary work, subject to various checks and references, at The Olive Tree which is a local support center for people that are affected by cancer. When I opened the letter this morning, the first thing that caught my eye was the fact that the president [...]

Ive got the munchies


Yes, I know, even though it’s nearly one in the morning in the UK.  Thank heavens for my “speedy cook” microwave and good old garlic popadums :)  They’re just like giat crisps!
Why am I up so late?  Well, I’ve been busy promoting my new skull site and learning how to use redit and yahoo answers [...]

Is Derren Brown the greatest showman alive today?


When Derren first hit the UK TV scene 8 years ago it created a storm. Derren brought a much needed freshness to TV magic. Primetime UK TV magic has had a rough ride with magicians such as Paul Daniels ridiculing volunteers.
Derren Brown says explicitly at the begining of all of his shows that [...]