Denise Breen 🖖
@denisebreen.bsky.social
Building Data Centres by day | On the wireless at the weekends | Writing about film | Love my Border Collie | Ride a Gold Wing everyday | Bigots get blocked | Trekker 🖖 LLAP, (she/her/hers), 🏳️⚧️ and hello to Jason Isaacs 👋
www.thefourthwall.xyz/blog
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Reposted by Denise Breen 🖖
On the show today: Our creaking childcare system; Ending emails with X; Should dogs be banned from pubs?; Ordering off-menu; The myth of the friend group; @drjoannafortune.bsky.social with parenting; Chinese marriage markets...
January 21, 2026 at 1:21 PM
On the show today: Our creaking childcare system; Ending emails with X; Should dogs be banned from pubs?; Ordering off-menu; The myth of the friend group; @drjoannafortune.bsky.social with parenting; Chinese marriage markets...
Does anyone remember the TV show "Alias Smith and Jones". It was short-lived but enjoyable. The show debuted on this day in 1971.
Sad what happened to Pete Duel.
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Sad what happened to Pete Duel.
youtu.be/4nmxLeNd0ck?...
"Alias Smith and Jones" TV Intro
YouTube video by The Rap Sheet
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January 21, 2026 at 6:23 AM
Does anyone remember the TV show "Alias Smith and Jones". It was short-lived but enjoyable. The show debuted on this day in 1971.
Sad what happened to Pete Duel.
youtu.be/4nmxLeNd0ck?...
Sad what happened to Pete Duel.
youtu.be/4nmxLeNd0ck?...
King Louis XVI, the last King of France, was executed by guillotine on this day in 1793, at the Place de la Révolution (now Place de la Concorde) in Paris, after being convicted of treason by the National Convention, marking a pivotal moment in the French Revolution.
January 21, 2026 at 6:17 AM
King Louis XVI, the last King of France, was executed by guillotine on this day in 1793, at the Place de la Révolution (now Place de la Concorde) in Paris, after being convicted of treason by the National Convention, marking a pivotal moment in the French Revolution.
Attention on deck! Captain on the bridge as we open bag 23 of the LEGO USS Enterprise build.
Tea, Earl Grey, hot, anyone?
#LEGO
#Speirgorm
Tea, Earl Grey, hot, anyone?
#LEGO
#Speirgorm
January 20, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Attention on deck! Captain on the bridge as we open bag 23 of the LEGO USS Enterprise build.
Tea, Earl Grey, hot, anyone?
#LEGO
#Speirgorm
Tea, Earl Grey, hot, anyone?
#LEGO
#Speirgorm
The paradox of tolerance is a philosophical concept suggesting that if a society extends tolerance to those who are intolerant, it risks enabling the eventual dominance of intolerance, thereby undermining the very principle of tolerance. This paradox was articulated by philosopher Karl Popper 👇
January 20, 2026 at 7:45 AM
The paradox of tolerance is a philosophical concept suggesting that if a society extends tolerance to those who are intolerant, it risks enabling the eventual dominance of intolerance, thereby undermining the very principle of tolerance. This paradox was articulated by philosopher Karl Popper 👇
On this day in 1981, 52 American hostages were released in Tehran. They had been held in the American Embassy by followers of the Ayatollah Khomeini for 444 days. Some of the details of the initial attack on the Embassy are part of the plot of Ben Affleck's 2012 movie "Argo"
a man with a beard says " i understand " in front of his face
Alt: Ben Affleck says " i understand " in front of his face
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January 20, 2026 at 4:24 AM
On this day in 1981, 52 American hostages were released in Tehran. They had been held in the American Embassy by followers of the Ayatollah Khomeini for 444 days. Some of the details of the initial attack on the Embassy are part of the plot of Ben Affleck's 2012 movie "Argo"
It was on this day in 1973, Thin Lizzy appeared on Top of the Pops for the first time with "Whiskey in the jar"
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Thin Lizzy - Whiskey In The Jar |Top Of The Pops| (1973) (AI Upscale, 60fps)
YouTube video by Marko Jelenek
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January 20, 2026 at 4:22 AM
It was on this day in 1973, Thin Lizzy appeared on Top of the Pops for the first time with "Whiskey in the jar"
youtu.be/kpLVr34-V60?...
youtu.be/kpLVr34-V60?...
It was during his inauguration speech, on this day in 1961, that President John Fitzgerald Kennedy issued his famous call-to-action "ask not what your country can do for you, but rather what you can do for your country"
My, how times have changed...
My, how times have changed...
January 20, 2026 at 4:20 AM
It was during his inauguration speech, on this day in 1961, that President John Fitzgerald Kennedy issued his famous call-to-action "ask not what your country can do for you, but rather what you can do for your country"
My, how times have changed...
My, how times have changed...
Would love to see this happen
If they get this right, this could be brilliant. Even if they get it wrong, the original is still brilliant. Win-win. www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/bl...
Beloved '70s BBC sci-fi series from Daleks creator confirmed for reboot with Doctor Who director
This is not a drill!
www.radiotimes.com
January 20, 2026 at 4:09 AM
Would love to see this happen
Really love this 👇
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San Francisco (Be Sure To Wear Flowers In Your Hair) | Rufus Wainwright Orchestral Recording
YouTube video by Jeff Russo
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January 19, 2026 at 9:23 PM
Really love this 👇
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21 bags done and the primary hull of the LEGO USS Enterprise is coming together. There were a few tricky bits but all good, I think 😳
Heading out now. Even the construction team at Planetia Utopia Yards needs a break 🖖
#LEGO
#Speirgorm
Heading out now. Even the construction team at Planetia Utopia Yards needs a break 🖖
#LEGO
#Speirgorm
January 19, 2026 at 6:40 PM
21 bags done and the primary hull of the LEGO USS Enterprise is coming together. There were a few tricky bits but all good, I think 😳
Heading out now. Even the construction team at Planetia Utopia Yards needs a break 🖖
#LEGO
#Speirgorm
Heading out now. Even the construction team at Planetia Utopia Yards needs a break 🖖
#LEGO
#Speirgorm
This 👇 sealed the deal for me. When I saw Captain Nahla Ake sit like this, I knew we were in safe hands with Star Trek: Starfleet Academy.
January 19, 2026 at 12:02 PM
This 👇 sealed the deal for me. When I saw Captain Nahla Ake sit like this, I knew we were in safe hands with Star Trek: Starfleet Academy.
What is wrong with people?
It's not as if M*sk is a fine physical specimen
It's not as if M*sk is a fine physical specimen
January 19, 2026 at 11:08 AM
What is wrong with people?
It's not as if M*sk is a fine physical specimen
It's not as if M*sk is a fine physical specimen
Another wet commute into Dublin today. Bike going in for a service this evening 😳💰💶
Have a lovely Monday everyone.
Have a lovely Monday everyone.
January 19, 2026 at 10:50 AM
Another wet commute into Dublin today. Bike going in for a service this evening 😳💰💶
Have a lovely Monday everyone.
Have a lovely Monday everyone.
On this day in 1981, historic vampire slayer Buffy Summers was born. She would go on to save the world from the supernatural forces of darkness a number of times. Her birthday is the perfect time to honour her contributions to the planet not being overrun by evil vampires.
January 19, 2026 at 7:30 AM
On this day in 1981, historic vampire slayer Buffy Summers was born. She would go on to save the world from the supernatural forces of darkness a number of times. Her birthday is the perfect time to honour her contributions to the planet not being overrun by evil vampires.
#OTD at the 1971 trial for the Tate-LaBianca murders, prosecutors presented the Beatles' song "Helter Skelter" and other tracks from their 1968 White Album, arguing Manson interpreted them as prophecies of an apocalyptic race war that he believed he could instigate.
January 19, 2026 at 6:29 AM
#OTD at the 1971 trial for the Tate-LaBianca murders, prosecutors presented the Beatles' song "Helter Skelter" and other tracks from their 1968 White Album, arguing Manson interpreted them as prophecies of an apocalyptic race war that he believed he could instigate.
On this day in 1967 singer Lesley Gore who had a big hit with "It's my party" appeared on "Batman" as a villain named "Pussycat", the "pint-sized" protégé and sidekick of Catwoman (played by Julie Newmar).
Pussycat sings "California Nights," which was her last Top 40 hit
Pussycat sings "California Nights," which was her last Top 40 hit
January 19, 2026 at 6:26 AM
On this day in 1967 singer Lesley Gore who had a big hit with "It's my party" appeared on "Batman" as a villain named "Pussycat", the "pint-sized" protégé and sidekick of Catwoman (played by Julie Newmar).
Pussycat sings "California Nights," which was her last Top 40 hit
Pussycat sings "California Nights," which was her last Top 40 hit
Reposted by Denise Breen 🖖
RTÉ reports EU will not activate the anti-coercion instrument, the ‘trade bazooka’, at the moment. However all options remain open. #Greenland
January 18, 2026 at 9:09 PM
RTÉ reports EU will not activate the anti-coercion instrument, the ‘trade bazooka’, at the moment. However all options remain open. #Greenland
Just posted my review of #28YearsLater: The Bone Temple. 🧟♂️🎬
It’s a claustrophobic, uneven middle chapter that trades scares for theatrical weirdness. But Ralph Fiennes? Absolute legend. His arc (and that dance scene!) saves the movie
Rating: ★★★☆☆
Read it here 👇
www.thefourthwall.xyz/post/28-year...
It’s a claustrophobic, uneven middle chapter that trades scares for theatrical weirdness. But Ralph Fiennes? Absolute legend. His arc (and that dance scene!) saves the movie
Rating: ★★★☆☆
Read it here 👇
www.thefourthwall.xyz/post/28-year...
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple is weird, but Ralph Fiennes is a legend
Rating: ★★★☆☆Written by Denise Breen Nia DaCosta’s 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple is a strange, claustrophobic beast. Serving as the second installment in the new trilogy (and the fourth film in the ...
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January 18, 2026 at 9:10 PM
Just posted my review of #28YearsLater: The Bone Temple. 🧟♂️🎬
It’s a claustrophobic, uneven middle chapter that trades scares for theatrical weirdness. But Ralph Fiennes? Absolute legend. His arc (and that dance scene!) saves the movie
Rating: ★★★☆☆
Read it here 👇
www.thefourthwall.xyz/post/28-year...
It’s a claustrophobic, uneven middle chapter that trades scares for theatrical weirdness. But Ralph Fiennes? Absolute legend. His arc (and that dance scene!) saves the movie
Rating: ★★★☆☆
Read it here 👇
www.thefourthwall.xyz/post/28-year...
Reposted by Denise Breen 🖖
Never underestimate the power of poetry. (+ it's Yeats! #speirgorm😊)
Here’s a short poem about the power of poetry to change the world.
January 18, 2026 at 1:26 PM
Never underestimate the power of poetry. (+ it's Yeats! #speirgorm😊)
When I read this I expected it to have happened over 20 years ago. Sadly it's more recent 😐
The BBC has issued a formal apology for the years of homophobic abuse suffered by a gay broadcaster when he worked for the Corporation.
Jack Murley was referred to by colleagues at Radio Cornwall as a “fairy boy”, “gay boy”, “poof”, “poofter” and “pansy” amongst many other slurs. (1/3)
Jack Murley was referred to by colleagues at Radio Cornwall as a “fairy boy”, “gay boy”, “poof”, “poofter” and “pansy” amongst many other slurs. (1/3)
January 18, 2026 at 11:52 AM
When I read this I expected it to have happened over 20 years ago. Sadly it's more recent 😐
Reposted by Denise Breen 🖖
Pleasantly surprised to hear Rufus Wainwright fronting a lush, orchestrated version of San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair) in the new Star Trek series, Starfleet Academy.
San Francisco (Be Sure To Wear Flowers In Your Hair) | Rufus Wainwright Orchestral Recording
YouTube video by Jeff Russo
youtu.be
January 18, 2026 at 9:20 AM
Pleasantly surprised to hear Rufus Wainwright fronting a lush, orchestrated version of San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair) in the new Star Trek series, Starfleet Academy.
Reposted by Denise Breen 🖖
January 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Good morning from Holly and me out for our walk this morning. We were later than usual as it was quite icy underfoot. It was a gorgeous morning and we had fun.
We met a couple of swans having their breakfast.
It was also quite misty. I half-expected Heathcliff to appear at any moment 😂
We met a couple of swans having their breakfast.
It was also quite misty. I half-expected Heathcliff to appear at any moment 😂
January 18, 2026 at 10:06 AM
Good morning from Holly and me out for our walk this morning. We were later than usual as it was quite icy underfoot. It was a gorgeous morning and we had fun.
We met a couple of swans having their breakfast.
It was also quite misty. I half-expected Heathcliff to appear at any moment 😂
We met a couple of swans having their breakfast.
It was also quite misty. I half-expected Heathcliff to appear at any moment 😂