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Clarkson - in "The Indo"

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    suckslikeafox
    Registered Users Posts: 553 ✭✭✭suckslikeafox


    From my reading of it, its the writer that seems to have a problem with something


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    Honey-ec
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    suckslikeafox wrote: »
    From my reading of it, its the writer that seems to have a problem with something


    +1. Major attitude problem emanating from the writer. Wonder what his problem is.


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    RobAMerc
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    sorry - yea, thats what I meant - I am glad I'm not the only one to spot that.


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    pburns
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    suckslikeafox wrote: »
    From my reading of it, its the writer that seems to have a problem with something

    I think that's what RobAMerc is saying...


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    Anan1
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    I thought the writer gave Clarkson a pretty easy ride, along with the obvious free publicity.


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    mikedragon32
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    The hack sounds like a tree hugging sandle wearing republican to me.

    Perhaps a little jealous that three other journalists get to play with some of the worlds coolest toys in front of a global audience of half a billion viewers.

    Can't wait to see the show.


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    Anan1
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    mikedragon32 wrote: »
    The hack sounds like a tree hugging sandle wearing republican to me..
    Not too many of them in the Indo..
    mikedragon32 wrote: »
    Perhaps a little jealous that three other journalists get to play with some of the worlds coolest toys in front of a global audience of half a billion viewers.

    Can't wait to see the show.
    Or perhaps Clarkson just bores him? I love cars, and Clarkson live bores me. His articles can be good, but on the screen I find him snore-inducing.


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    Mars Bar
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    Oh I love Clarkson! If I had the money I'd definitely go...


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    RobAMerc
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    I'm torn between liking the guy who's very obviously passionate about cars and engineering ( Anyone see the bit the did about Brunel on BBC ?? ) and hating the idiot who'd say anything just to be controversial in order to get a sound bite. But the hack in this column behaves inexcusably in my opinion.
    I thought as a modern Ireland we'd moved on from this kinda bullsh*t.


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    Anan1
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    RobAMerc wrote: »
    I'm torn between liking the guy who's very obviously passionate about cars and engineering ( Anyone see the bit the did about Brunel on BBC ?? ) and hating the idiot who'd say anything just to be controversial in order to get a sound bite.
    Agreed
    RobAMerc wrote: »
    But the hack in this column behaves inexcusably in my opinion.
    I thought as a modern Ireland we'd moved on from this kinda bullsh*t.
    So stop reading the indo.;)


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    maidhc
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    Anan1 wrote: »
    Or perhaps Clarkson just bores him? I love cars, and Clarkson live bores me. His articles can be good, but on the screen I find him snore-inducing.

    I agree.


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    mcwhirter
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    Is the Irish Independent, Republican by any chance?:cool:

    It's why I don't buy it any more, its a RAG in disguise.


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    -Chris-
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    RobAMerc wrote: »
    I thought as a modern Ireland we'd moved on from this kinda bullsh*t.

    +1

    Between comments on tanks on O'Connell bridge to the general tone of the article, the Indo never ceases to depress me. :(


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    ART6
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    I like Clarkson. He speaks with words or realism for the oppressed motorist, which is what the Indo doesn't do. Anyway, why can't we drive tanks across O'Connel Bridge? Bring on the revolution:D


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    rebel.ranter
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    Anan1 wrote: »
    Agreed

    So stop reading the indo.;)

    I agree. I would like to see this show.


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    Seth Brundle
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    mcwhirter wrote: »
    Is the Irish Independent, Republican by any chance?:cool:

    It's why I don't buy it any more, its a RAG in disguise.
    Its in disguise? :eek:

    Jason O'Brien does come across as an low calibre journalist but then again, he works for the Indo so we shouldn't hold any expectations!


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    colm_mcm
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    Saw this yesterday, a terrible piece of journalism.


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    dr.bollocko
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    It reads like an angry lesbian vegetarian wrote that after eating a **** sandwich.


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    mike65
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    I think he thinks he writes witty and astringent prose as found in the Guardian or similair, Poor chap.

    Mike


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    10-10-20
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    I actively encourage Clarkson to drive a tank across O'Connell Bridge and up Talbot Street. He may then urinate on the vehicles of the staff of the Indo.

    Now, that I would laugh at.


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    Bobo78
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    Anyone got any info where could i get the tickets and how much would they cost?

    Thanks!


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    Seth Brundle
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    http://www.rdstickets.com/event_gearinfo.aspx?S=62
    http://www.topgearlive.ie/


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    Buffman
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    Yet another example of biased one sided 'journalism' which seems to be that 'papers' trademark. Top Gear is one of the best shows on tv, even with it's scripts and sometimes cringe worthy moments. This hack comes across as a tree hugger who has never even watched an episode.

    FYI, if you move to a 'smart' meter electricity plan, you CAN'T move back to a non-smart plan.

    You don't have to take a 'smart' meter if you don't want one, opt-out is available.

    Buy drinks in 3L or bigger plastic bottles or glass bottles to avoid the DRS fee.



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    E92
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    ART6 wrote: »
    I like Clarkson. He speaks with words or realism for the oppressed motorist, which is what the Indo doesn't do. Anyway, why can't we drive tanks across O'Connel Bridge? Bring on the revolution:D

    Clarkson may be controversial, but he is constantly defending the motorist's and more specifically, the car enthusiast's, interests.

    I like his wit and no bullsh!t approach, particularly on "Global Warming", speed cameras etc.


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    pburns
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    People here were talking about a Boards get-together before.

    Would this maybe be a good opportunity? A car-oriented event close to Dublin city centre. Other attractions nearby also if anyone wants to make a night of it? And a chance to share the experience with like-minded petrol-heads rather than dragging along an unwilling partner/friend?


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    Wishbone Ash
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    colm_mcm wrote: »
    Saw this yesterday, a terrible piece of journalism.
    :confused: I had to wait until this morning.


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    Wishbone Ash
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    E92 wrote: »
    I like his wit and no bullsh!t approach, particularly on "Global Warming", speed cameras etc.
    It was great initially but he is becoming very predictable and boring in recent years flogging the same dead horse.


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    Arthur Daley
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    The article does make one good point. 75 euros for a 75 minute show, that's a bit strong!


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    eroo
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    I honestly think the journalist has never seen Top Gear!Otherwise,he would know what to expect!Clarkson is blunt,yet very funny.That is obvious and well known I would've thought!!


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    Anan1
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    Ah come on lads, some people love Clarkson, others think he's a plank. The journalist falls into the latter category. Live and let live, eh?


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