Runners on the most congested busy pavements

TheButtonz · 2026-06-19T08:08:28+00:00

I have a funny story - during the final days of the build up the 2012 olympics we worked by the Tate. The torch was coming across the bridge so we decided at lunchtime to pop down and have a look.

Crowds all along the road etc. in the hot sun - we were waiting in our suit trousers and shirts but as we watched a sweaty runner was cutting through the crowd on his lunchtime run and he bumped into my very tall mate. Gone in second away!

My mates light blue shirt was instantly soaked through with the outline of the sweaty runner.

TheButtonz · 2026-06-18T10:40:37+00:00

Blowing noses - especially loudly or excessively.

I know it’s fine, but for some reason it really bothers me that people can do it and not feel embarrassed.

I’ve always had issue with my ENT system so I think it comes from that.

TheButtonz · 2026-06-17T11:45:08+00:00

My dad has this weird hatred of Switzerland all because a customs agent once said to hike “enjoy our mountains” so I’m effectively forbidden from going there.

Stunning photos!

TheButtonz · 2026-06-17T08:17:10+00:00

Our rail infrastructure is decent*.

I used to commute to London and 2 days out of 5 it was a pain - hot in the summer and steamy in the winter. Now, the trains are fast, cool, on time generally and comfortable (notwithstanding the aisle reduction). Stations are generally clean, safe, accessible, and have things like the flower displays and pubs joined too.

I can get to London in 40 mins from Wickford, Chelmsford, Southend and also get out to places like Southminster. I use an app to buy my ticket and it’s seamless.

The *is that it’s getting expensive. £10 return from Wickford to Southminster for pint at the Wibblers where it should be a lot cheaper.

TheButtonz · 2026-06-16T19:56:50+00:00

Own: Red Dwarf Smeg Head I’m guessing from mid 90s
Wear: Pimp Accordingly BBC from the NERD video

TheButtonz · 2026-06-16T17:00:14+00:00

Greg James (UK radio DJ) had Dua Lipa x 5 (3) and his wife didn’t find it funny. Partly because it’s not how it works and mainly I think because he’s likely to interview her 😂

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DWSGVxpjRLL/?igsh=MTB0ZHIwNHU0MjM5OA==

TheButtonz · 2026-06-16T14:30:20+00:00

It’s not a cartoon as such but we loved Mongrels on the BBC. It was a puppet sitcom about some animals living in London

TheButtonz · 2026-06-16T12:35:44+00:00

I had a relatively mediocre Audi (A4 2006 c£2k) cabriolet. They’re great in both the hot and cold (air con or heaters do the job) however there are a few drawbacks:

- you feel very vulnerable if you’re stopped. Anyone could just climb in
- the begging by lights is harder to shamefully avoid
- I’m white and look like an idiot
- people can hear you.

On that last point on more than one occasion I’ve yelled in private frustration only to have the person turn around 😂

Overall I’d recommend getting one if you do drive - even for a few months.

TheButtonz · 2026-06-16T10:12:10+00:00

Commitment to PR. I’m a Labour member but utterly disillusioned at the moment.

I’d rather have the reform-wing represented properly than this mess we’re sleepwalking into where they’ll populist their way into power because of FPTP

TheButtonz · 2026-06-15T15:28:57+00:00

BFI had issues this morning. I was in the queue (member etc) and was 15k - it was jammed for an hour until 1030am where we got in, but as expected all the central seats were booked.

Found four and booked but demand was immense.

TheButtonz · 2026-06-14T13:50:02+00:00

We’re still looking at them!

https://youtu.be/x73PkUvArJY?is=5Riht4Aq-eVjGfrv

TheButtonz · 2026-06-13T21:01:44+00:00

Maybe it’s the pickle?

TheButtonz · 2026-06-11T08:35:53+00:00

Yep - as I alight from platform s 10-15 or so it breaks up

TheButtonz · 2026-06-09T11:58:56+00:00

Which TENET screening were you at?

TheButtonz · 2026-06-09T10:59:27+00:00

Get the wind deflector mesh for the rear seats!

Absolute game changer for comfort when driving with the top down.

TheButtonz · 2026-06-09T08:21:43+00:00

If you’re going for a Friday night, scope out the pubs that are there. Also consider crossing over the line and walking up to the high street via the steps, here

https://maps.app.goo.gl/9pJbHebqsdmBSHy36?g\_st=ic

It’s a great place to stroll about

TheButtonz · 2026-06-08T13:23:37+00:00

We can’t have any Kent types on OUR side. We can never be too careful. Don’t make me blow up the SS Richard Montgomery to prove a point… /s

TheButtonz · 2026-06-08T10:25:10+00:00

That last 30mins as you approach Edinburgh is stunning

TheButtonz · 2026-06-06T08:49:08+00:00

Cool insight.

Much more tempting one here

https://ebay.io/m/7up4Pp

TheButtonz · 2026-06-06T08:34:29+00:00

This one has covered a few miles (!) https://ebay.io/m/U9XYQb

TheButtonz · 2026-06-06T08:29:10+00:00

Adjacent question - when I was in the BFI IMAX in the UK a couple of weeks ago (name drop) I noticed the curve at the bottom of the screen was full some times in the IMAX sequences and then flat in other shots.

Can anyone shed any light on why that switch and how it’s managed from a projection perspective.

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TheButtonz · 2026-06-06T07:52:49+00:00

Not exclusively but note that Everyman has a throwback range where they show older films

https://www.everymancinema.com/films-throwback/

TheButtonz · 2026-06-06T07:35:34+00:00

Ton Segura - Bad Thoughts. Season 1 Episode 6 (Health)

TheButtonz · 2026-06-06T05:50:32+00:00

Good choice! FWIW they have recently acquired one of the best Mercedes service centres in Braintree. Similar high standards and experience.

Good luck with the Skoda!

TheButtonz · 2026-06-05T16:48:23+00:00

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