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by James Laverty
Thu Sep 04, 2014 4:30 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Thursday September 4th 2014 (S71 P40)
Replies: 23
Views: 5556

Re: Spoilers for Thursday September 4th 2014 (S71 P40)

Fred Mumford wrote:I went to school for several years with a guy whose surname was Ng, and I was never able to get the pronunciation correct.

Hoping he asks Rachel for a vowel tomorrow.
My uni had a lecturer with the same name and we were always told to pronounce it "Ing"
by James Laverty
Mon Aug 25, 2014 3:38 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: CO Bristol???? who is interested
Replies: 25
Views: 9090

Re: CO Bristol???? who is interested

Interested depending on my schedule and cost of travel/hotels
by James Laverty
Mon Aug 25, 2014 3:36 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Bank Holiday Monday August 25th 2014
Replies: 23
Views: 7162

Re: Spoilers For Bank Holiday Monday August 25th 2014

It's very hard to make a full impression on contestants, but I'm currently halfway through watching the +1 and I'm hoping greatly that Douglas loses... he's doing my nut in. Seems to be doing his opponent's nut in as well. Also, a blatant edit when he has GAMBLE disallowed. Was there a shout of an ...
by James Laverty
Mon Aug 18, 2014 3:47 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Ask Graeme?
Replies: 1740
Views: 684065

Re: Ask Graeme?

This may well have be asked before, but how different would the seedings of recent series be if games were scored in Stepdown scoring?
by James Laverty
Mon Aug 18, 2014 3:47 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Ask Graeme?
Replies: 1740
Views: 684065

Re: Ask Graeme?

This may well have be asked before, but how different would the seedings of recent series be if games were scored in Stepdown scoring?
by James Laverty
Wed Aug 13, 2014 9:54 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Wednesday August 13th 2014 (S71 P27)
Replies: 10
Views: 2204

Re: Spoilers for Wednesday August 13th 2014 (S71 P27)

yeah they will be Fred, Ben must be another occasion
by James Laverty
Wed Aug 13, 2014 9:51 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Wednesday August 13th 2014 (S71 P27)
Replies: 10
Views: 2204

Re: Spoilers for Wednesday August 13th 2014 (S71 P27)

I think this is only third time people with the same surname have played - last time I remember was Cliff v Tom Barnes in S64, the first time was a father and son. Ben Wilson played another Wilson according to apterous, unless they were the father and son Is Mark on Apterous :?: :?: Cos he's very i...
by James Laverty
Fri Aug 08, 2014 5:49 pm
Forum: Off-topic
Topic: Fantasy Football League 2014-15
Replies: 0
Views: 807

Fantasy Football League 2014-15

ANyone fancying an alternative Fantasy football challenge... I present Fantasy football league. Same rules as always, but you choose players from the Championship, League One and League Two. League Name: C4C/Apto Password: dorisfray There are quite a few errors with the site (particuarly with team s...
by James Laverty
Thu Aug 07, 2014 12:32 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: CoEdi 3 is go - Saturday 1st November
Replies: 82
Views: 29652

Re: CoEdi 3 is go - Saturday 1st November

Unfortunately I'm unlikely to be available this weekend due to music commitments :(
by James Laverty
Mon Aug 04, 2014 2:44 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: You Are The Ref
Replies: 345
Views: 147334

Re: You Are The Ref

16. It's crucial conundrum time, with C1 holding a narrow lead. The conundrum is shown and C1 buzzes in but the clock does not stop due to a technical hitch. The contestant gives his answer over the clock but the round is declared null and void. A new conundrum is shown, and this time C2 buzzes in c...
by James Laverty
Mon Aug 04, 2014 1:59 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday August 4th 2014
Replies: 10
Views: 2888

Re: Spoilers For Monday August 4th 2014

Pretty sure Tick said TILTED in Round 5 instead of JILTED, unless I'm going crazy
by James Laverty
Mon Aug 04, 2014 1:58 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: The next Championship of Champions - now back on topic
Replies: 306
Views: 94726

Re: The next Championship of Champions - now back on topic

Given a free choice: Series 60: J Gough Series 61: R Taylor Series 62: O Garner Series 63: E Monaghan Series 67: P James, D Barnard Series 68: G Hutchings, A Platt Series 69: C Todd, D Taylor Series 70: M Murray, A Naylor Series 71: (two to three people) Standby list: S Pilica P Munday I'd forgotte...
by James Laverty
Sun Aug 03, 2014 10:42 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: COHUD2014 - Countdown In Huddersfield - Sat 15 November 2014
Replies: 32
Views: 14525

Re: COHUD2014 - Countdown In Huddersfield - Sat 15 November

Sounds good, a few days after my graduation ceremony as well so should be available for this!
by James Laverty
Thu Jul 17, 2014 1:15 am
Forum: Off-topic
Topic: C4C Fantasy Football
Replies: 174
Views: 68846

Re: C4C Fantasy Football

New season is up guys! Do we have to start a new league or should it carry over?
by James Laverty
Fri Jul 11, 2014 12:16 pm
Forum: Other game shows
Topic: University Challenge 2014/15
Replies: 33
Views: 16961

University Challenge 2014/15

New series starts on Monday with Manchester vs Selwyn College, Cambridge.

Any apterites on this year?
by James Laverty
Fri Jun 27, 2014 10:44 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Grand Final Spoilers For Friday June 27th 2014
Replies: 28
Views: 8093

Re: Grand Final Spoilers For Friday June 27th 2014

Congratualtions on winning the series Mark. Richly deserved after consistent performances against some tough opponents in both the heats and finals
by James Laverty
Thu Jun 26, 2014 2:30 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Ask Graeme?
Replies: 1740
Views: 684065

Re: Ask Graeme?

Spoilers for Series 70 included so I'll put it in a different colour

If Samir had beaten Andy in today's semi-final, would the final have been the first between two non UK born contestants? Seeing as Samir is from Bosnia and Mark from Dublin
by James Laverty
Thu Jun 26, 2014 2:48 am
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Wednesday June 25th 2014
Replies: 15
Views: 2759

Re: Spoilers For Wednesday June 25th 2014

Quite an interesting game. Neither player put in their best performance. Mark might be feeling quite lucky that Neil didn't put in a stronger showing and Neil might be feeling annoyed he didn't capitalise on a potential opportunity. I thought Mark looked quite tired during the game, probably becaus...
by James Laverty
Fri Jun 13, 2014 2:10 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Friday June 13th 2014
Replies: 12
Views: 2482

Re: Spoilers For Friday June 13th 2014

1st numbers: (50*7)+(100+75-1/6). Got well after the 30 secs though
by James Laverty
Tue Jun 10, 2014 1:40 pm
Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
Topic: 8 out of 10 Cats does Countdown (Series 3, Ep 1)- 06/06/2014
Replies: 2
Views: 806

Re: 8 out of 10 Cats does Countdown (Series 3, Ep 1)- 06/06/

James Robinson wrote:I make the max as 70, James.

You seem to have upped the max by 18, instead of 8 between rounds 4 and 5.

But, apart from that, well done on your first go. ;) :) :D :mrgreen: 8-)
Edited, cheers Robbo :)
by James Laverty
Fri Jun 06, 2014 11:22 pm
Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
Topic: 8 out of 10 Cats does Countdown (Series 3, Ep 1)- 06/06/2014
Replies: 2
Views: 806

8 out of 10 Cats does Countdown (Series 3, Ep 1)- 06/06/2014

Catsdown recap for Friday 6 June 2014. Greetings c4c for my recapping debut. After a lack of a regular episode today due to horseracing (again!), Tonight sees the start of a new series of 8 out of 10 Cats does Countdown. You all know the drill by now so I'll cut to the chase. Host: Jimmy Carr Team 1...
by James Laverty
Fri Jun 06, 2014 3:57 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday June 6th 2014
Replies: 5
Views: 1879

Re: Spoilers for Friday June 6th 2014

Who is doing the recap for this one?
by James Laverty
Mon Jun 02, 2014 8:55 pm
Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
Topic: Calling All Wannabe Recappers!!
Replies: 486
Views: 212601

Re: Calling All Wannabe Recappers!!

James Robinson wrote:8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown returns on Friday, some recappers will be required for that.

There's also a spare recap going next Monday (June 9), as Andy is on holiday.

All enquiries welcome. 8-)
I'll have a go at doing Catsdown on Friday if it's still available.
by James Laverty
Wed May 28, 2014 5:01 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Wednesday May 28th 2014 (S70 P90)
Replies: 6
Views: 1277

Re: Spoilers for Wednesday May 28th 2014 (S70 P90)

BOARDING in round 12.

Alt last numbers: (6-1)*(8+7)*10
by James Laverty
Mon May 19, 2014 2:25 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday May 19th 2014
Replies: 9
Views: 2068

Re: Spoilers For Monday May 19th 2014

GEISHA another beater in R12
by James Laverty
Tue May 13, 2014 2:17 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Tuesday May 13th 2014 (S70 P82)
Replies: 15
Views: 3735

Re: Spoilers for Tuesday May 13th 2014 (S70 P82)

NEWTONS for an equaller in round 11. Reckon it was a flat round so probably more
by James Laverty
Mon May 05, 2014 8:21 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Ask Graeme?
Replies: 1740
Views: 684065

Re: Ask Graeme?

In Series 63 , Michael Chadwick beat Peter Godwin to the #8 spot by one point. However, it turned out that Michael Chadwick didn't turn up for the finals, even though he was practising on apterous just a couple of days before the finals were filmed. I seem to remember he had to fly off to Singapore...
by James Laverty
Thu May 01, 2014 11:15 pm
Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
Topic: Thursday 1st May 2014 (Series 70, Prelim 77)
Replies: 10
Views: 2378

Re: Thursday 1st May 2014 (Series 70, Prelim 77)

Round 3: 1, 7, 5, 1, 3, 75. Target: 788. Neil: 780. (75+5) - 1-1 x 10 (5) Gary: - RR: 788. (1+1) x 75 + 7 x 5 + 3 (10) Score: 19–0 (max 24) Gary doesn't get near the numbers. Neither does Neil really, but 7 away is enough for 5 points. Rachel gets 788 spot on though. might want to check something A...
by James Laverty
Tue Apr 29, 2014 4:27 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Tuesday April 29th 2014 (S70 P75)
Replies: 8
Views: 2577

Re: Spoilers for Tuesday April 29th 2014 (S70 P75)

Since when did Rachel start dancing during the easy numbers solve.

Alt 2nd numbers: (25-4-2)*(7+3)
by James Laverty
Mon Apr 14, 2014 1:53 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday April 14th 2014
Replies: 42
Views: 11439

Re: Spoilers For Monday April 14th 2014

Zarte Siempre wrote:Cracking solve from Rachel - was there an easier way?
Dylan got this on chat

(50+((100/25)*2))*(7+4)
by James Laverty
Thu Apr 10, 2014 2:18 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: spoilers for Thursday April 10th 2014
Replies: 11
Views: 3619

Re: spoilers for Thursday April 10th 2014

First time I've ever got back-to-back nines, must be on for a high max today
by James Laverty
Wed Apr 09, 2014 2:26 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: CoStAl - Countdown in St. Albans - Saturday 12th July 2014
Replies: 104
Views: 38796

Re: CoStAl - Countdown in St. Albans - Saturday 12th July 20

Might make this my Co event debut... Quite a trek but if Dave Noble's coming from Australia what excuse do I have! I'll confirm nearer the time but definitely fancy this a lot (if anyone coming from Yorkshire-land wants to share fuel costs I'm happy driving the distance), can work out what nights I...
by James Laverty
Mon Mar 24, 2014 11:51 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: CoStAl - Countdown in St. Albans - Saturday 12th July 2014
Replies: 104
Views: 38796

Re: CoStAl - Countdown in St. Albans - Saturday 12th July 20

I might now be able to make this so switch me to interested. Won't know till end of May/early June however
by James Laverty
Fri Mar 21, 2014 2:47 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Peter Lee
Replies: 31
Views: 12764

Re: Peter Lee

Never met or played him on apterous. But seemed like a really nice guy on the TV. RIP Peter
by James Laverty
Tue Mar 18, 2014 6:48 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: CoMultiLon
Replies: 50
Views: 20999

Re: CoMultiLon

Leeds Festival weekend so likely to be working unfortunately
by James Laverty
Mon Mar 10, 2014 9:05 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday March 10th 2014
Replies: 6
Views: 1839

Re: Spoilers For Monday March 10th 2014

Another alt 1st numbers: (25*8*4)-75-1+8
by James Laverty
Fri Mar 07, 2014 5:11 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Friday March 7th 2014 (S70 P45)
Replies: 9
Views: 1735

Re: Spoilers for Friday March 7th 2014 (S70 P45)

CD staying on during the paralympics or are we now on break?
by James Laverty
Thu Mar 06, 2014 1:51 am
Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
Topic: Wednesday 5th March 2014 (Series 70, Prelim 43)
Replies: 2
Views: 1100

Re: Wednesday 5th March 2014 (Series 70, Prelim 43)

Is this the lowest winning score since the new 15 round format was introduced?
by James Laverty
Tue Feb 25, 2014 12:50 am
Forum: Other game shows
Topic: University Challenge 2013/2014
Replies: 74
Views: 29849

Re: University Challenge 2013/2014

Unlucky tonight Bob, can't deny that Somerville were pretty strong. Good luck in the next game
by James Laverty
Mon Feb 24, 2014 10:30 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: CoStAl - Countdown in St. Albans - Saturday 12th July 2014
Replies: 104
Views: 38796

Re: CoStAl - Countdown in St. Albans - Saturday 12th July 20

Might be a bit too difficult for me to get to. Hope to see CoHud happen again or somewhere else in the north
by James Laverty
Mon Feb 24, 2014 9:05 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Monday February 24th 2014
Replies: 28
Views: 5530

Re: Spoilers For Monday February 24th 2014

Did ((50 + 8) x 5) - 9 for one of the numbers rounds. I'm forming the impression with some recent contestants that not being any good at the numbers at your audition doesn't seem too important. Or maybe it's just nerves on the day. Noticed JSP was playing the game today rather than being Susie-fed,...
by James Laverty
Fri Feb 21, 2014 2:51 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Ask Graeme?
Replies: 1740
Views: 684065

Re: Ask Graeme?

Have any contestants appeared in episodes hosted by all five presenters? If not who holds the record for appearing with the most presenters I somehow doubt it. I can't even think of anyone who has done it with 4. Loads have done it with 3. Junaid Mubeen, Anita Freeland, Nick Wainwright, Conor Trave...
by James Laverty
Thu Feb 20, 2014 11:58 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Ask Graeme?
Replies: 1740
Views: 684065

Re: Ask Graeme?

Have any contestants appeared in episodes hosted by all five presenters? If not who holds the record for appearing with the most presenters
by James Laverty
Wed Feb 12, 2014 11:20 pm
Forum: apterous.org
Topic: Is Apterous down? [DO NOT POST IN THIS TOPIC FOR ANY OTHER REASON]
Replies: 604
Views: 308256

Re: Is Apterous down?

Is apterous down for everyone else or is it just my crap student flat connection?
by James Laverty
Tue Feb 11, 2014 12:00 am
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: The Hangover- The Poll
Replies: 26
Views: 9645

Re: The Hangover- The Poll

Think the later start (11am) without a lunch break would be doable. Quite a few of us had lunch at the Fox and Hounds after, and if were starting at 11am, I reckon most people would b able to carry on the full day with a late breakfast
by James Laverty
Thu Jan 30, 2014 5:39 pm
Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
Topic: Monday 27th January 2014 (Series 70, Prelim 16)
Replies: 7
Views: 1723

Re: Monday 27th January 2014 (Series 70, Prelim 16)

Gavin Chipper wrote:
James Laverty wrote:HA! Trust a teacher at my old primary school to declare FARTED. Also it's spelt Bridgford, not Bridgeford
Lavatory humour.
heard it before Gavin
by James Laverty
Wed Jan 29, 2014 1:14 am
Forum: Off-topic
Topic: Megan Roberts
Replies: 0
Views: 859

Megan Roberts

Hi Guys Not the nicest of news, and I'm guessing anyone who lives in Yorkshire (and possibly further) will have heard about this by now. https://scontent-b-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/t1/1536637_10152065947276999_1828589415_n.jpg A student at my University, Megan Roberts, has been reported missing...
by James Laverty
Tue Jan 28, 2014 12:38 am
Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
Topic: Monday 27th January 2014 (Series 70, Prelim 16)
Replies: 7
Views: 1723

Re: Monday 27th January 2014 (Series 70, Prelim 16)

HA! Trust a teacher at my old primary school to declare FARTED. Also it's spelt Bridgford, not Bridgeford
by James Laverty
Sat Jan 25, 2014 10:33 am
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: COLIN X- Countdown in Lincoln, 25th-26th January 2014
Replies: 216
Views: 45952

Re: COLIN X- Countdown in Lincoln, 25th-26th January 2014

Hi don't know if anyone will see this but my train has been delayed and so I could be cutting it very fine for round 1. Apologies for any incovenience caused
by James Laverty
Thu Jan 23, 2014 4:58 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Thursday January 23rd 2014 (S70 P14)
Replies: 12
Views: 2369

Re: Spoilers for Thursday January 23rd 2014 (S70 P14)

Tony Atkins wrote:A 6 missed in the hard COUNT+IVOZ round
ozonic? Thought a six hidden away but couldn't find it myself
by James Laverty
Thu Jan 23, 2014 10:23 am
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: COLIN X- Countdown in Lincoln, 25th-26th January 2014
Replies: 216
Views: 45952

Re: COLIN X- Countdown in Lincoln, 25th-26th January 2014

Travelodge down to £43 for the Saturday for any other last minute bookers
by James Laverty
Tue Jan 14, 2014 5:55 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Final Preparations
Replies: 15
Views: 4801

Re: Final Preparations

Martin Thompson wrote:I'm last on this Wednesday so plenty of time to sample the experience.
I've got audience tickets tomorrow so I might see you're game. Good luck
by James Laverty
Thu Jan 09, 2014 5:23 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Thursday January 9th 2014 (S70 P4)
Replies: 8
Views: 1908

Re: Spoilers for Thursday January 9th 2014 (S70 P4)

Another alt 2nd numbers: (8+7+6+6)*(25+1)

Also, did any watch catch what Bobby seemed to say round 11. I can't lip read but it thought I caught the words "write it down"
by James Laverty
Wed Jan 08, 2014 8:27 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: COLIN X- Countdown in Lincoln, 25th-26th January 2014
Replies: 216
Views: 45952

Re: COLIN X- Countdown in Lincoln, 25th-26th January 2014

Will be making my Co:event debut at this, can't wait.
by James Laverty
Fri Dec 20, 2013 3:58 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Grand Final Spoilers For Friday December 20th 2013
Replies: 84
Views: 19947

Re: Grand Final Spoilers For Friday December 20th 2013

Brilliant final worthy of a fantastic series. Well done to both Callum and Dylan and the other finalists.
by James Laverty
Fri Dec 20, 2013 3:45 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Grand Final Spoilers For Friday December 20th 2013
Replies: 84
Views: 19947

Re: Grand Final Spoilers For Friday December 20th 2013

Tony Atkins wrote:
James Laverty wrote:Must be one of the easiest Teasers ever......
I hope the second teaser made up for your disappointment at the first!
certainly did, took a bit longer on that one
by James Laverty
Fri Dec 20, 2013 3:21 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Grand Final Spoilers For Friday December 20th 2013
Replies: 84
Views: 19947

Re: Grand Final Spoilers For Friday December 20th 2013

Must be one of the easiest Teasers ever......
by James Laverty
Thu Dec 19, 2013 3:26 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Thursday December 19th 2013
Replies: 12
Views: 2228

Re: Spoilers For Thursday December 19th 2013

molests as an equaller in R4?