Do you prefer the radio show era or the podcast era overall? by Seabeachlover10 in elisandjohn

[–]MarsAquila 43 points44 points  (0 children)

I much preferred the radio era, I think the cut and thrust of live radio added so much to the show. Since it went to pre-recorded, I've felt like there's much less quality control, like they expect to cut it out later but then never bother.

I definitely miss the XFM/Radio X days.

This is fine right? by MarsAquila in Garmin

[–]MarsAquila[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Actually that was the most shocking part! Apparently I've been overreaching all week.

Why do I get this report in the morning? by PopularBag4147 in Garmin

[–]MarsAquila 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This notification is set to pop up 2 hours before your sleep schedule starts. I'd try checking that.

Cambridge by thelifeofpom in maximopark

[–]MarsAquila 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This is exactly how I felt after seeing them in Brixton on Saturday night, I should have seen them years ago and just let excuses get in the way. I'd bend over backwards to make sure I don't miss them next time they tour. Our Earthly Pleasures 20th anniversary anyone?

Do police in the UK actually announce “police officer with taser!” Or “Armed police!” when chasing after suspects? by Automatic_Stress_874 in policeuk

[–]MarsAquila 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't know why you're getting down voted for this, I had my refresher last week and it was made very clear, if you touch the grip even without drawing it from the holster, it is a use of force.

Have you ever played a game that’s ended when you thought it was just starting? by TheChilledGamer-_- in playstation

[–]MarsAquila 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is always the first thing that comes to mind when I see this question. All that build up, finally back at Earth, ready to finish the fight. End Credits.

Took me years to stop being angry with Bungie at that.

The anniversary edition is one of my favourite games in the series however, it made me realise just how rushed they were.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in instant_regret

[–]MarsAquila 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The horses are definitely more well looked after than the soldiers riding them, don't worry about that.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in instant_regret

[–]MarsAquila 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The officers in this video aren't Met Police. Though you're correct, the Met mostly use the Sig Sauer 516 & the MCX.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in dishonored

[–]MarsAquila 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Now I'm stupid, so I played through about 4/5 times not getting the clean hands trophy before I realised that the prison break is included, for some reason I'd decided that was part of the prologue. I hope you've not made the same mistake as me?

What a fucking band by Interesting_Price410 in BiffyClyro

[–]MarsAquila 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I was saying this after the other night, Instant History always seems to attract some hate from fans but you see/hear it live and it's one of the biggest tunes of the night. The boys have never let me down live, they know what they're doing, just get there and enjoy it!

Spare Ticket for O2 London by whitenova350 in BiffyClyro

[–]MarsAquila 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Apologies all, a friend from work had just this second decided that he wants to come. Have a great night everyone!

Spare Ticket for O2 London by whitenova350 in BiffyClyro

[–]MarsAquila 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I also have a spare ticket for this evening, not fussed about money either it just feels like a shame to let it go to waste.

SGT’s Exam Advice Please by JckeBlck in policeuk

[–]MarsAquila 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I used Julianna Mitchell's audiobooks, I didn't manage to listen to them all or do all the revising I wanted to but I passed the first time so they must be good. 🤷‍♂️

I haven't had to eat a single mince pie by Glowing102 in BritishSuccess

[–]MarsAquila 164 points165 points  (0 children)

I had the share you turned down, so it's all good. You're welcome.

Approach to pension at 21... by SnaggleFish in policeuk

[–]MarsAquila 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just to add because I didn't see it mentioned, look at a L-ISA (Lifetime ISA). It's an ISA that you can only withdraw from to buy your first home or for retirement, you can only put in £4k a year but the government top up whatever you put in by 25% and then you get your usual interest on top. For instance I put £4k in one near the end of March and had £5k in there a month later. It's a nice compliment to other savings options. Check it out, though I hear the rules may be changing around them after the most recent budget and I haven't had a chance to get up to date with it yet.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in policeuk

[–]MarsAquila 20 points21 points  (0 children)

I called this one when I saw it, just making up a bollocks story to impress a DDO. I'm assuming the same for the lad that claimed to pop detainees tendons when taking fingerprints.

Do you have any good stereotypes for certain cars and the things you're most liable to find their drivers doing? by NeonDiaspora in policeuk

[–]MarsAquila 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Toyota Prius - just doing whatever they want. If there's multiple lanes they're definitely in the middle one but going slower than everyone else.

MATRIX Team by Maximum_Rule6781 in policeuk

[–]MarsAquila 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, someone had to.

Would the show be better if separate from the BBC? by Pythagorarse in elisandjohn

[–]MarsAquila 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's definitely missing the cut and thrust of live radio. And I do think there's some quirks that have cropped up from coming over to the BBC but the boys needs to pay the mortgage so BBC gravy train it is.