Humour

I couldn’t make the smiley paper clip thing go away..

Pete Baker on February 20, 2007, 11:43 pm

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Via the BBC’s Newsnight email we have the Prime Minister’s email response to the million plus voters who signed that petition.. as impersonated by Dead Ringer Jon Culshaw that is. And there’s a bit of a surprise for the Secretary of State for Wales, etc.From Newsnight’s email To: 1.7 million angry voters Subject: Increase the size of your majority From: ‘Tone’ Cyber people of Britain dot com, This is your prime minister here, virtual hand gesture, shiny hard-drive, smiley emoticon. …

“All sides have had a meeting and sorted everything out!”

Mick Fealty on February 20, 2007, 8:05 pm

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Just in case our coverage is getting little too earnest, Chris Morris and Steve Coogan on the Terrierist Threat…. Mick FealtyMick is founding editor of Slugger. He has written papers on the impacts of the Internet on politics and the wider media and is a regular guest and speaking events across Ireland, the UK and Europe. Twitter: @MickFealty

It’s coming home…

Pete Baker on February 17, 2007, 5:41 pm

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Or maybe not.. The public has, however, spoken. And Ireland’s entry for the 52nd Eurovision Song Contest is.. “They Can’t Stop the Spring” as performed by Dervish. John Waters wasn’t happy when his song wasn’t considered last year, but this year his attempt, co-written by Tommy Moran, has made it through.. Lordi it ain’t. All together now.. Crush the flowers.. Crush the flowers.. Pete Baker

PMOS loses voice at Croker…

Mick Fealty on February 12, 2007, 9:32 pm

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Interesting bit of banter from Number Ten’s Ulster born Official Spokesman this morning: Asked if the Prime Minister thought that cannabis use was a bar to becoming Prime Minister, the PMOS replied that the journalist was trying to invite him, not very subtly, into political debate. He may have lost his voice at Croke Park yesterday, but he had not entirely lost his mind. Mick FealtyMick is founding editor of Slugger. He has written papers on the impacts of the …

“through a megaphone while standing in a barrel of custard”

Pete Baker on February 12, 2007, 6:48 pm

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The BBC’s Newsnight team are questioning the validity of Downing Street’s online public petitions system, in particular the recent report of a million plus signatures on a roads issue which prompted the Transport Secretary to make a public response. And to illustrate the point they’ve chosen a wonderful and noble cause which I urge all readers to support “Would you petition the Prime Minister to sing “We’re Going To Hang Out The Washing On The Siegfried Line” through a megaphone …

DUP software Update…

Mick Fealty on February 9, 2007, 3:44 pm

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This is Laoiseman Gerry O’Sullivan’s first crack at a Langerland type cartoon… it’s a bit slow and the ‘design’ ropey, but the content is well worth the wait… It puts one in mind of manifesto eating, and metaphorical hats… Mick FealtyMick is founding editor of Slugger. He has written papers on the impacts of the Internet on politics and the wider media and is a regular guest and speaking events across Ireland, the UK and Europe. Twitter: @MickFealty

West Belfast Rap…

Mick Fealty on January 30, 2007, 2:32 am

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Speaks for itself… Mick FealtyMick is founding editor of Slugger. He has written papers on the impacts of the Internet on politics and the wider media and is a regular guest and speaking events across Ireland, the UK and Europe. Twitter: @MickFealty

Liar, liar, or just following Peace Processing orders…

Mick Fealty on January 25, 2007, 8:42 pm

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Newton Emerson with a (satirical) rendition of the branch man Times reader and his source…By Newton Emerson This article contains information of vital importance to the reader. However, under no circumstances should the reader stop reading and act upon the information until he has reached the end of the article. If the reader stops reading then the writer might stop writing and further vital information could be lost. That information is as follows: the writer wishes to inform you that …

No more clicks on the telephone…

Mick Fealty on January 16, 2007, 4:02 pm

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A bit late, but here’s Squinter’s satirical take on last week’s MI5 deal: Spooky talk And in another super, soaraway exclusive, Squinter can reveal the transcript of the conversation between Gerry Adams and Tony Blair that led to the British Prime Minister’s statement yesterday emphasising that MI5 and the PSNI will have nothing to do with each other. Ever. Gerry: Tony, it’s about this new MI5 headquarters you’re building up Holywood direction. Tony: Who told you about that? Gerry: Calm …

Arms and the Critics…

Mick Fealty on January 11, 2007, 6:52 pm

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Newton Emerson returns to form with this satirical literary critique of Sinn Fein’s performance during its long journey from rejection to acceptance of policing and justice. For instance: “2005’s long-awaited sequel ‘Arms and Aardvarks’ was described as ‘dreadfully slow’, ‘poorly plotted’ and ‘lacking a sense of completeness’”. Gerry Adams will publish the third volume of his political memoirs at the end of January, according to industry sources, but only if favourable reviews can be guaranteed in advance. The book, provisionally …

Caption competition…

Mick Fealty on December 30, 2006, 1:19 pm

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Just had to post this pic from the front page of the Irish Times this morning. Your captions please! Mick FealtyMick is founding editor of Slugger. He has written papers on the impacts of the Internet on politics and the wider media and is a regular guest and speaking events across Ireland, the UK and Europe. Twitter: @MickFealty

Not quite beyond satire…

Mick Fealty on December 29, 2006, 11:20 pm

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Folks on the Hill probably has the current situation as succinctly as anyone else… Mick FealtyMick is founding editor of Slugger. He has written papers on the impacts of the Internet on politics and the wider media and is a regular guest and speaking events across Ireland, the UK and Europe. Twitter: @MickFealty

More likely, you’re an addict.

Pete Baker on December 25, 2006, 6:40 pm

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Something to think about if you’re reading this on Christmas Day. [and why exactly are you online? – Ed] Pete Baker

Nativity Langerland stylee..

Pete Baker on December 15, 2006, 6:03 am

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Langerland’s Nativity scene is available online now Pete Baker

Quote[s] of the week

Pete Baker on December 12, 2006, 1:36 am

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“I can remember the reception.” or, possibly, “I had a drink. There lies the difficulty.”, or even, “I’m the Bishop of Southwark. It’s what I do.”.. I could continue.. and Harry’s Place spotted the missing character from the tale.. but suffice to say the conspiracy theorists have noted where the reception was held, or there’s this conspiracy, oh, and some of the suspects the other guests – MI5 head Dame Eliza Manningham-Buller; Sir Hugh Orde, the head of the Northern …

Global Orgasm for Peace…

Mick Fealty on December 2, 2006, 1:25 pm

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If you thought GOP stood for Grand Old Party (aka the US Republican party), think again. 22nd December is the big day, if you’re asking… H/T Penelope! Mick FealtyMick is founding editor of Slugger. He has written papers on the impacts of the Internet on politics and the wider media and is a regular guest and speaking events across Ireland, the UK and Europe. Twitter: @MickFealty

Notes from the culture war…

Mick Fealty on November 13, 2006, 5:46 pm

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A tongue-in-cheek cautionary tale from Shazia Mirza in last week’s New Statesman: in the midst of any culture war, don’t forget your sense of humour! Mick FealtyMick is founding editor of Slugger. He has written papers on the impacts of the Internet on politics and the wider media and is a regular guest and speaking events across Ireland, the UK and Europe. Twitter: @MickFealty

The perfect crime…

Mick Fealty on November 4, 2006, 4:37 pm

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Twenty Major, with what has to be the ultimate in creative misanthropy! Mick FealtyMick is founding editor of Slugger. He has written papers on the impacts of the Internet on politics and the wider media and is a regular guest and speaking events across Ireland, the UK and Europe. Twitter: @MickFealty

No Irish entries in the World Stupidity Awards?

Mick Fealty on November 2, 2006, 2:54 pm

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Joseph McManus just can’t believe it! Couldda, shouldda been a clean sweep for the top three places!! Your nominations please?! Mick FealtyMick is founding editor of Slugger. He has written papers on the impacts of the Internet on politics and the wider media and is a regular guest and speaking events across Ireland, the UK and Europe. Twitter: @MickFealty

Should he stay or he go now…

Mick Fealty on October 22, 2006, 1:01 am

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Hat tip: GuyNews.tv! Better by far than the Bush/U2 ‘collaboration’. Mick FealtyMick is founding editor of Slugger. He has written papers on the impacts of the Internet on politics and the wider media and is a regular guest and speaking events across Ireland, the UK and Europe. Twitter: @MickFealty