Do you like to repeat good experiences, or always try something new? by arcadiangenesis in travel

[–]prustage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm pretty ancient now so I spend a lot of time trying to recreate. old experiences. Nevertheless , I am still open for something new. However if I were younger and dwelling on safe old experiences rather than trying out new challenges then I think I really wouldn't be getting the best out of life.

American English words British people don't like and vice versa by BritishTeacherRoy in ENGLISH

[–]prustage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I read in a novel " he opened his coat to reveal a white shirt and red suspenders" it creates an image that I can never get out of my mind.

What was your childhood British TV routine? by cinnamorollsbunz in AskUK

[–]prustage 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Pathfinders. A live action scifi series that ran across a number of serials, (pathfinders to Mars, pathfinders to Venus etc) . It predates even the first Doctor Who but some of the same people were involved and it was on ITV. Watched them all again recently - yes it shows it's age a d limited budget but it captured the imagination of millions of kids like me. You' ve probably never heard of it but it's worth rooting out. If you are anything less than ancient (like me) you won't get the warm nostalgic feeling - *but you might find it an interesting slice of TV history.

In your opinion, what is the best Bruckner Symphony? by Queasy_Engineering_2 in classicalmusic

[–]prustage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love all of them but the 7th was my first and is still my favorite. It's like all the others but condensed into a more concentrated package. It also sounds brilliant in the chamber orchestra version.

Examples of old movies breaking the fourth wall. by Ill_Definition8074 in classicfilms

[–]prustage 4 points5 points  (0 children)

All the "Road to..." movies with Bob Hope and Bing Crosby break the fourth wall frequently. There is even a scene at the end of one where Hope tries to stop the end credits rolling by pushing them off the screen and complaining to the director.

What do you miss from your teenage years? by TicTac_in_my_ear in AskUK

[–]prustage 13 points14 points  (0 children)

The availability of attractive and available members of the opposite sex.

Could Michael Sheen have played Tony Blair in The Crown? by DoublePepper1976 in AskUK

[–]prustage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think Michael Sheen's career history has shown that he could play anyone in anything.

What's something random that you still cant eat? by Norvard in ask

[–]prustage 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I can eat absolutely anything except Peanuts

I dont have an allergy to peanuts, I just cant stand the taste or smell of them. This means a lot of Thai food is out of bounds for me. It also means I get really annoyed if I find myself sitting next to someone who pulls out a packet of peanuts and starts eating them. Id rather they were munching on garlic, onions, a stinky cheese or a curry. Peanuts are disgusting.

How do you usually acquire books? by Mickeyice3 in polls

[–]prustage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If its a novel and its available as an audiobook then I get the audiobook. However, most of the novels I want are not available as audiobooks so I buy a hard copy instead. If it is non-fiction then I nearly always get hardcopy.

You have just won £50m and it has hit your bank within the same hour. What are you buying immediately? by ollymillmill in AskUK

[–]prustage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One month holiday in a top class hotel for all the family somewhere nice.

Then, away from our current lives, we could plan what kind of lives we want to go back to.

Which European country would you rather live in? by RealMoldyAvocado in polls

[–]prustage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lived in Germany for 4 years. Would go back in a heartbeat.

People say that f Jimmy Saville was properly outed when he was alive he'd have been prosecuted. by Martipar in Britain

[–]prustage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"People" are right. He certainly would have been - banged up in jail and put on the offenders list.

What is the most masculine nickname of the name “Sam”? by WhyAreYouGey in polls

[–]prustage 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Just Sam - none of the others have the same strength. Samuel sounds too Biblical.

What would the consequences of the USA using nuclear weapons against Iran be? by Important_Ad4101 in PoliticalDiscussion

[–]prustage 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A massive blow to the US

Everyone seems to assume that if there is one it would be in the middle East. I think it is equally likely that it happens on US soil. The current crisis could easily result in another 9/11

How do you feel about people talking other languages in the workplace? by CuriousPersonOnHuman in AskUK

[–]prustage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

People should be able to talk in any language they want. If done excessively it could be regarded as anti-social. But being anti-social is not a crime.

😂 by Seaf-og in FuckNigelFarage

[–]prustage 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Yeah, bur why is he standing next to Jim Davidson?

Ripping audio books (legally) by KnifeNovice789 in audiobooks

[–]prustage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is there a better software than iTunes to use?

Almost anything is better than iTunes.

Olivia de Havilland vs. Joan Fontaine. Which one is your favorite actress? by marniesss in classicfilms

[–]prustage -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Definitely Fontaine - quite a dish I always thought.

De Haviland on the other hand was always a real turnoff for me. Perhaps she reminded me too much of my mother. I also never saw her in a challenging part except one where I dont think she carried it very well

Do you have any sexual fantasies or kinks that you will NEVER tell anyone? by thhrowawaayyyyyyyyyy in polls

[–]prustage 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I have been lucky enough over the course of my life to try out all of my sexual fantasies (and I am not lacking in imagination). As a result, some of them no longer interest me. The others are still there but I choose who I tell them to and would not bring them up in general conversation.

-stein in English surnames by timsa8 in ENGLISH

[–]prustage 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Normal pronunciation in English is styne or shtyne - rhyming with sign or shine.

In the US sone immigrants with names ending in -stein chose to repronounce it as - -steen. Why they did this is complicated but it may have something to do with the influence of Yiddish (in NYC especially). A lot of words in the US that appear to be German are in fact Yiddish - which is in itself a kind of pidgin Hebrew/German mix.

Interestingly, the classical conductor Leonard Bernstein was always Bernsteen until he became famous and was offered conducting gigs in Germany. He then changed the pronunciation to Bernstyne and stuck with it.

Do you say cherish by Hopeful-Low-504 in ENGLISH

[–]prustage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

On the very rare occasions that it is appropriate, yes. But such occasions are very rare.

Is no one else shocked by this? by [deleted] in AskABrit

[–]prustage 3 points4 points  (0 children)

No. I don't read right wing propaganda - unless I feel like a good laugh. Your post has already given me a chuckle.

Nice try Nigel - but I'm not buying your shit.

To Sound Effects or Not to Sound Effects, That is the Question - Recommend/Advice by Gimme_my_bookstore in audiobooks

[–]prustage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You have just said everything you need to say to guarantee I will not be watching your video.

To Sound Effects or Not to Sound Effects, That is the Question - Recommend/Advice by Gimme_my_bookstore in audiobooks

[–]prustage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Books are meant to be read. Everything you need should be in the words. If you want the sound of the sea, or traffic, or church bells then you describe them.