My partner's done some extra work - he was in the film Charles III - the commons scene was filmed in Bradford city hall... Close ups had the green upholstered seats otherwise it really didnt look at all like the real thing! I guess they had a limited budget!
"There are piles of unsold copies of the Boris Johnson book"... Can you hear the entire audience of the podcast smirk. As previously discussed BJ doesn't lose any money, but frankly anyone who encourages him gets what they deserve.
I'm surprised authors still sign their books by hand, considering the autopen has been around for decades. This makes me a little happier that my small collection of signed books is likely to have been done in person.
Books presigned are pretty obvious, sort of like those signatures at the end of a press release or a letter with a delivery. I think that's the reason, because it's obvious and it's just more satisfying for the author to see the stock go out and know someone will get a genuine signed copy.
On the point about MOTD, I've always thought it was recorded over the highlights precisely because the commentary does seem all knowing - a random stat thrown in that just so happens to be relevant to the goal that goes in a few seconds later. That and they never get particularly excited when a goal goes in.
I found a signed copy of The Thursday Murder Club in my father's spare room over Christmas. I must say, Richard's signature barely qualified as such: it consisted of two more or less straight lines!
The utmost expert on book signings is Brandon Sanderson. He signs thousands during his podcasts and live shows. He also "stealth" signs books in airports and some book stores he passes through. But he is one of those authors that will sell books to his audience no matter what.
On the subject of mass signing books, it might be something you could combine with another activity. Since they won;t require dedications, and just be a signature, you could maybe churn a bunch out while - for example - livestreaming a Q&A session as part of the marketing for said book.
I don't believe MOTD games are commentated live. Half the commentators aren't surprised at all when a goal goes in, and they always just happen to mention something completely minor that turns out to be unbelievably significant with the last kick of the game 😂
Murray Walker would watch the non-live f1 and touring car etc races and then record the commentary as if seeing it live .. which is why his murrayisms were always in the live races and increased exponentially in the 90s...
Stamp signatures are increasingly used in the visual arts in the West and have been the standard for centuries in a lot of Chinese and East Asian art. However, I think a stamp might lose its value in a book as many would see it as less personal - it is a form of printing on a printed text. On the other hand, the original artwork is already unique and personal so perhaps a stamp matters less in this medium? Not sure. Personally, I don't look out for signed copies of books. As Richard states, I'd buy a signed copy over an unsigned copy but it wouldn't influence my purchasing of the book. Now, if a favoured author wrote a witty and unique inscription in a book, not only would I rush to my local bookshop but I'd pay a fair bit more! 😂
Given a choice between a signed copy and an unsigned copy of a book, I choose the unsigned copy. Maybe I'm unusual in this regard but I consider a book to be damaged if somebody has written on it. If I see the author doing it then that's different but a pre-signed copy of a book? Anybody could have signed it, frankly.
Pre-signed books are a nonsense and have devaalued the meaning of owning a signed item. If adds no personalisation unless it includes a dedication and a memoey of meeting the signatory as part of the moment. Its just another lazy marketing activity which costs the publisher nothing. Same with albums nowadays. They woudl sell just as many if unsigned was the only option. As for added value, signed books only increase in value if its a rarity, not if 90% of all copies sold have a scribble.
Literally every episode, she either thinks what she has to say is more important or she simply loves her own voice, it's making the podcast slightly unwatchable, over Christmas I had the podcast on the main TV and my mother and sister kept asking who she was and why she kept interrupting Richard
You do realise that the entire conversation is sharply edited. This means they seem as if they are crashing each other but it is down to the edit not the original conversation
I listen to this for Richard and tolerate the woman, forget her name. Hard to say what it is that one does not like about her, but today was a good example where she said ‘Jeffrey Archer indifferent novels’ she may not have Jeff on her strangely organised book shelves but making a comment about his writing was completely irrelevant to the discussion. She should learn from Richard who is positive and when required makes constructive comments not negative digs.
I adore Marina (what sort of ignoramus dumps on people but can’t be assed to know their name?). She is the perfect foil for Richard, with her passionate rants while he gently teases her. The bookshelf battles and quality street showdowns between them were some of the best UA-cam moments ever.
She's a lot more interesting, informed and eloquent than you are and clearly has much better manners and social skills. She's also a better judge of Jeffrey Archer novels. 'First Among Equals' was pretty dire and her overall point (as always) was well made.
this is how I learned today is friday
So it is!
I learned it from seeing your post at the top. Thanks
Ikr
You made me search for the newspaper, then I saw the time stamp. I lost all my timely bearings.
I got your book Marina for Xmas and it’s a signed copy yipeeeeee 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤
My partner's done some extra work - he was in the film Charles III - the commons scene was filmed in Bradford city hall... Close ups had the green upholstered seats otherwise it really didnt look at all like the real thing! I guess they had a limited budget!
I remember going to Granada Studios on a school trip and seeing the No.10 door set
That "one oh" on the door has got to be part of trivia question :-)
"There are piles of unsold copies of the Boris Johnson book"... Can you hear the entire audience of the podcast smirk. As previously discussed BJ doesn't lose any money, but frankly anyone who encourages him gets what they deserve.
I'm surprised authors still sign their books by hand, considering the autopen has been around for decades. This makes me a little happier that my small collection of signed books is likely to have been done in person.
Books presigned are pretty obvious, sort of like those signatures at the end of a press release or a letter with a delivery. I think that's the reason, because it's obvious and it's just more satisfying for the author to see the stock go out and know someone will get a genuine signed copy.
They don't use Winfield house in The Diplomat. They use Wrotham Park in Hertfordshire.
Hooray. My Friday is made 😂
Marina casually signing off with "See You Next Tuesday".
Every time, or see you next Thursday.
@SarahMcCartney4160 I'd never noticed before
On the point about MOTD, I've always thought it was recorded over the highlights precisely because the commentary does seem all knowing - a random stat thrown in that just so happens to be relevant to the goal that goes in a few seconds later. That and they never get particularly excited when a goal goes in.
I found a signed copy of The Thursday Murder Club in my father's spare room over Christmas. I must say, Richard's signature barely qualified as such: it consisted of two more or less straight lines!
Granada used to have a replica downing street as well. Was shown it on a tour back in the 80s. Think it was mostly used for satirical purposes though
Another great ep. Thanks Marina for not letting 'see you next Tuesday' go despite it being NYE. Don't think I'll ever not find that funny.
Subtle dig from Marina at the end there 😂
The utmost expert on book signings is Brandon Sanderson. He signs thousands during his podcasts and live shows. He also "stealth" signs books in airports and some book stores he passes through. But he is one of those authors that will sell books to his audience no matter what.
Thousands eh? I wonder if his magic mormon underpants give him the patience and superhuman wrists?
Richard on your game show please name your guests’ professions as I’ve no idea who most of them are !!
So WAS there an episode on NYE? If there was, I can't find a video of it...
There was one on Spotify last Tuesday.
@@jgcondron Then I guess the person who does their UA-cam is on holiday :D
On the subject of mass signing books, it might be something you could combine with another activity. Since they won;t require dedications, and just be a signature, you could maybe churn a bunch out while - for example - livestreaming a Q&A session as part of the marketing for said book.
Like John Green does, to raise money for a new AFC Wimbledon player!
Like Sanderson does during his podcast recording
Come on, guys. I'm getting withdrawals! 🤣
Richard is ill. But yeah I know what you mean.
woe woe woe before i start this, what is going on- only 16 minutes? Is it because it's christmas?
I don't believe MOTD games are commentated live. Half the commentators aren't surprised at all when a goal goes in, and they always just happen to mention something completely minor that turns out to be unbelievably significant with the last kick of the game 😂
Of course, the Spiderman musical fell into problems due to the maverick nature of their trailblazing director, *George Santos.*
Anyone else thinking the main thing you learned from this was that Richard took a day off!!!!
Publishers will pulp signed books with nary a backward glance.
Murray Walker would watch the non-live f1 and touring car etc races and then record the commentary as if seeing it live .. which is why his murrayisms were always in the live races and increased exponentially in the 90s...
I worked with Murray Walker, and it was live. That's why his curse was so funny.
why dont they use a stamp of the signature? so its easier to do lots O books.
I guess the clue is in the etymology of the word signature thus: "one's own name written in one's own hand" . A stamp is not a signature, I'm afraid.
Stamp signatures are increasingly used in the visual arts in the West and have been the standard for centuries in a lot of Chinese and East Asian art.
However, I think a stamp might lose its value in a book as many would see it as less personal - it is a form of printing on a printed text. On the other hand, the original artwork is already unique and personal so perhaps a stamp matters less in this medium? Not sure.
Personally, I don't look out for signed copies of books. As Richard states, I'd buy a signed copy over an unsigned copy but it wouldn't influence my purchasing of the book. Now, if a favoured author wrote a witty and unique inscription in a book, not only would I rush to my local bookshop but I'd pay a fair bit more! 😂
Because it renders the idea of an author's signature being something special, as virtually meaningless?!
Uhm, who are you again? You both forgot to introduce yourselves, when the big guy interrupted the intro…😊
Back in the Rob Brydon studio, I see x
Rob interrupts his guests even more than Marina, is it something to do with uncomfortable seating? Or do they just lack good manners?
@@sh8736 Ha haaa! "Uncomfortable seating" 😆 Rob does like to interject somewhat, doesn't he!
What is this video opening....I don't know these people's names!!!
They’ve changed the studio….again.
Given a choice between a signed copy and an unsigned copy of a book, I choose the unsigned copy. Maybe I'm unusual in this regard but I consider a book to be damaged if somebody has written on it. If I see the author doing it then that's different but a pre-signed copy of a book? Anybody could have signed it, frankly.
Self obsessed saddo.
A quickie :)
Sign other authors books, like Morrissey.
Pre-signed books are a nonsense and have devaalued the meaning of owning a signed item. If adds no personalisation unless it includes a dedication and a memoey of meeting the signatory as part of the moment. Its just another lazy marketing activity which costs the publisher nothing. Same with albums nowadays. They woudl sell just as many if unsigned was the only option.
As for added value, signed books only increase in value if its a rarity, not if 90% of all copies sold have a scribble.
Marina STOP INTERRUPTING Richard!
Literally every episode, she either thinks what she has to say is more important or she simply loves her own voice, it's making the podcast slightly unwatchable, over Christmas I had the podcast on the main TV and my mother and sister kept asking who she was and why she kept interrupting Richard
You do realise that the entire conversation is sharply edited. This means they seem as if they are crashing each other but it is down to the edit not the original conversation
Ooh imagine, a woman not just listening respectfully when a man talks but contributing to the conversation…. This is all you mate.
@@costeris35 - some people are stuck in the 1970s mate. I bet they still wear thier tank tops too.
I find the problem to be the other way around... we're most likely both wrong
I listen to this for Richard and tolerate the woman, forget her name. Hard to say what it is that one does not like about her, but today was a good example where she said ‘Jeffrey Archer indifferent novels’ she may not have Jeff on her strangely organised book shelves but making a comment about his writing was completely irrelevant to the discussion. She should learn from Richard who is positive and when required makes constructive comments not negative digs.
I adore Marina (what sort of ignoramus dumps on people but can’t be assed to know their name?). She is the perfect foil for Richard, with her passionate rants while he gently teases her. The bookshelf battles and quality street showdowns between them were some of the best UA-cam moments ever.
@@MrNilOrange Pretending not to know someone's name is itself a way of dumping on them.
There's a small chance that you could learn from Richard too then.
She's a lot more interesting, informed and eloquent than you are and clearly has much better manners and social skills. She's also a better judge of Jeffrey Archer novels. 'First Among Equals' was pretty dire and her overall point (as always) was well made.