Paco B. Garcia
@pacoofcastile.bsky.social
Rabidly anglophiliac man (he/him) born in the wrong place (Spain) and living in the wrong time (post-DVDs/post-Brexit). About to stop procrastinating since 2007...
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Instead of watching a panel show in which a man who has been credibly accused of multiple cases of sexual harassment does nazi salutes, you can simply watch Horrible Science on iplayer for free, which has great comedy, interesting facts about dinosaurs and space & no nazi salutes x
December 26, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Instead of watching a panel show in which a man who has been credibly accused of multiple cases of sexual harassment does nazi salutes, you can simply watch Horrible Science on iplayer for free, which has great comedy, interesting facts about dinosaurs and space & no nazi salutes x
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So, just to confirm, the BBC can’t keep Robin Ince on the air because his trans allyship brings the organisation into disrepute, but they can keep David Walliams, who performed Nazi salutes at the recording of this very show, on the air despite him being predatory towards women. Cool. Very normal.
December 21, 2025 at 10:59 AM
So, just to confirm, the BBC can’t keep Robin Ince on the air because his trans allyship brings the organisation into disrepute, but they can keep David Walliams, who performed Nazi salutes at the recording of this very show, on the air despite him being predatory towards women. Cool. Very normal.
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Happy Hogswatch to all who celebrate. Ho! Ho! Ho!
December 25, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Happy Hogswatch to all who celebrate. Ho! Ho! Ho!
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Notes for authors:
How to really object to the copy edit of your work, as per David Livingstone to his publisher John Murray, 1857, "It is quite abominable and no earthly consideration will make me succumb". (From, 'Dear Mr Murray. Letters to a Gentleman Publisher', David McClay.)
How to really object to the copy edit of your work, as per David Livingstone to his publisher John Murray, 1857, "It is quite abominable and no earthly consideration will make me succumb". (From, 'Dear Mr Murray. Letters to a Gentleman Publisher', David McClay.)
December 24, 2025 at 7:48 AM
Notes for authors:
How to really object to the copy edit of your work, as per David Livingstone to his publisher John Murray, 1857, "It is quite abominable and no earthly consideration will make me succumb". (From, 'Dear Mr Murray. Letters to a Gentleman Publisher', David McClay.)
How to really object to the copy edit of your work, as per David Livingstone to his publisher John Murray, 1857, "It is quite abominable and no earthly consideration will make me succumb". (From, 'Dear Mr Murray. Letters to a Gentleman Publisher', David McClay.)
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The complete Bayeux Tapestry has finally been released and proves that Bishop Odo had absolutely nothing to do with the illegal Norman invasion of England.
December 20, 2025 at 12:38 PM
The complete Bayeux Tapestry has finally been released and proves that Bishop Odo had absolutely nothing to do with the illegal Norman invasion of England.
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Morons on X are salivating over the prospect of Trump destroying the BBC so that its role as state broadcaster can be taken over by - yes, GB News.
That would be the GB News that produces such great documentaries, drama, comedy, light entertainment, local radio, national radio ...
That would be the GB News that produces such great documentaries, drama, comedy, light entertainment, local radio, national radio ...
December 17, 2025 at 10:15 AM
Morons on X are salivating over the prospect of Trump destroying the BBC so that its role as state broadcaster can be taken over by - yes, GB News.
That would be the GB News that produces such great documentaries, drama, comedy, light entertainment, local radio, national radio ...
That would be the GB News that produces such great documentaries, drama, comedy, light entertainment, local radio, national radio ...
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Proofs have landed!
Next Feb marks 20 YEARS of @dougjohnstone.bsky.social's darkly funny #Debut #Tombstoning & we'll be celebrating with a special new edition featuring an intro from Chris Brookmyre
A sharp Scottish #Thriller we can’t wait for you to read!
#BookSky #NewBooks #Books2026
Next Feb marks 20 YEARS of @dougjohnstone.bsky.social's darkly funny #Debut #Tombstoning & we'll be celebrating with a special new edition featuring an intro from Chris Brookmyre
A sharp Scottish #Thriller we can’t wait for you to read!
#BookSky #NewBooks #Books2026
December 17, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Proofs have landed!
Next Feb marks 20 YEARS of @dougjohnstone.bsky.social's darkly funny #Debut #Tombstoning & we'll be celebrating with a special new edition featuring an intro from Chris Brookmyre
A sharp Scottish #Thriller we can’t wait for you to read!
#BookSky #NewBooks #Books2026
Next Feb marks 20 YEARS of @dougjohnstone.bsky.social's darkly funny #Debut #Tombstoning & we'll be celebrating with a special new edition featuring an intro from Chris Brookmyre
A sharp Scottish #Thriller we can’t wait for you to read!
#BookSky #NewBooks #Books2026
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I am THRILLED that my second novel, THE OSSIANS, is getting a shiny new reissue in April next year by @orendabooks.bsky.social, with a lovely introduction by none other than @valmcdermid.bsky.social! It's a wild ride of a book, for sure.
You can pre-order it here: geni.us/49IJe
You can pre-order it here: geni.us/49IJe
December 16, 2025 at 1:34 PM
I am THRILLED that my second novel, THE OSSIANS, is getting a shiny new reissue in April next year by @orendabooks.bsky.social, with a lovely introduction by none other than @valmcdermid.bsky.social! It's a wild ride of a book, for sure.
You can pre-order it here: geni.us/49IJe
You can pre-order it here: geni.us/49IJe
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My latest novel The Heist Of Hollow London is currently £12.99 at Amazon (it's usually £20) and because Blackwell's often price match Amazon, it's the same price there if you (understandably) don't want to use Amazon. blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/pro... amzn.to/4s0NqSq (affiliate link)
The Heist of Hollow London
The Heist of Hollow London
amzn.to
December 16, 2025 at 10:54 AM
My latest novel The Heist Of Hollow London is currently £12.99 at Amazon (it's usually £20) and because Blackwell's often price match Amazon, it's the same price there if you (understandably) don't want to use Amazon. blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/pro... amzn.to/4s0NqSq (affiliate link)
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The best ideas are when you immediately go 'Well obviously not THAT, that's just ridiculous. *slight pause* But maybe not *completely* ridiculous- OH NO, I'M DOING THIS NOW, APPARENTLY'
December 14, 2025 at 7:32 PM
The best ideas are when you immediately go 'Well obviously not THAT, that's just ridiculous. *slight pause* But maybe not *completely* ridiculous- OH NO, I'M DOING THIS NOW, APPARENTLY'
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The fact is no presenter has ever had to leave the BBC for expressing conservative views, or even explicitly endorsing a right-wing party.
Was never a problem for Jeremy Clarkson. Was never a problem for Andrew Neil. Was never a problem for Alan Sugar
Was never a problem for Jeremy Clarkson. Was never a problem for Andrew Neil. Was never a problem for Alan Sugar
Robin Ince reveals to last night’s audience at a recording of Infinite Monkey Cage that the BBC has forced him to resign over his support of trans people
December 13, 2025 at 4:36 PM
The fact is no presenter has ever had to leave the BBC for expressing conservative views, or even explicitly endorsing a right-wing party.
Was never a problem for Jeremy Clarkson. Was never a problem for Andrew Neil. Was never a problem for Alan Sugar
Was never a problem for Jeremy Clarkson. Was never a problem for Andrew Neil. Was never a problem for Alan Sugar
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Ahmed al Ahmed, 43, has been identified as the heroic civilian who disarmed one of the Sydney terrorists. He was shot twice by the second gunman firing from a bridge and is now undergoing surgery for his injuries.
December 14, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Ahmed al Ahmed, 43, has been identified as the heroic civilian who disarmed one of the Sydney terrorists. He was shot twice by the second gunman firing from a bridge and is now undergoing surgery for his injuries.
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Can't wait for Robin Ince to get as many column inches in the national press over his actual establishment silencing due to his stance on lgbt+ rights as phobes get over their former friends not wanting to hang out so much any more
December 13, 2025 at 11:23 AM
Can't wait for Robin Ince to get as many column inches in the national press over his actual establishment silencing due to his stance on lgbt+ rights as phobes get over their former friends not wanting to hang out so much any more
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I'm privileged to call Robin a friend, and as such, have seen behind the curtains with what went on with Monkey Cage. When BBC bosses say they don't recognise his version of events, I was being told of them by Robin in real time. This stuff has been going on for YEARS.
I'm heartbroken for him.
I'm heartbroken for him.
December 13, 2025 at 4:47 PM
I'm privileged to call Robin a friend, and as such, have seen behind the curtains with what went on with Monkey Cage. When BBC bosses say they don't recognise his version of events, I was being told of them by Robin in real time. This stuff has been going on for YEARS.
I'm heartbroken for him.
I'm heartbroken for him.
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Have you heard this? Dead Funny History starts 15 Dec
Look at the credits for goodness sake
Produced by Dr Emma Nagouse & @scriblit.bsky.social
✏️ Emma, Gabby, Athena Kugblenu, @jackbern.bsky.social
🎤 @jlukeroberts.bsky.social Richard David Caine, & Mali Ann Rees
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Look at the credits for goodness sake
Produced by Dr Emma Nagouse & @scriblit.bsky.social
✏️ Emma, Gabby, Athena Kugblenu, @jackbern.bsky.social
🎤 @jlukeroberts.bsky.social Richard David Caine, & Mali Ann Rees
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
You're Dead to Me - Dead Funny History - Introducing... Dead Funny History - BBC Sounds
Greg Jenner introduces his new comedy history show for all ages. Starts 15 December, 2025.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 13, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Have you heard this? Dead Funny History starts 15 Dec
Look at the credits for goodness sake
Produced by Dr Emma Nagouse & @scriblit.bsky.social
✏️ Emma, Gabby, Athena Kugblenu, @jackbern.bsky.social
🎤 @jlukeroberts.bsky.social Richard David Caine, & Mali Ann Rees
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Look at the credits for goodness sake
Produced by Dr Emma Nagouse & @scriblit.bsky.social
✏️ Emma, Gabby, Athena Kugblenu, @jackbern.bsky.social
🎤 @jlukeroberts.bsky.social Richard David Caine, & Mali Ann Rees
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
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It's my final newsletter of the year! We take a look at the lost treasure of King John, and I also look at the spate of high-profile heritage heists this year and why our historic collections are at such risk from thieves: justhistoryposts.substack.com/p/merry-chri...
#history #newsletter
#history #newsletter
December 13, 2025 at 12:25 PM
It's my final newsletter of the year! We take a look at the lost treasure of King John, and I also look at the spate of high-profile heritage heists this year and why our historic collections are at such risk from thieves: justhistoryposts.substack.com/p/merry-chri...
#history #newsletter
#history #newsletter
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For the record, Robin Ince is a superb comedian, an absolute mensch, a remarkable thinker and the kindest human you’ll ever meet. And the BBC is a genuinely great and globally unique institution that needs to stop being afraid. I think that’s where most of its faults and issues stem from.
December 13, 2025 at 11:21 AM
For the record, Robin Ince is a superb comedian, an absolute mensch, a remarkable thinker and the kindest human you’ll ever meet. And the BBC is a genuinely great and globally unique institution that needs to stop being afraid. I think that’s where most of its faults and issues stem from.
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Robin Ince reveals to last night’s audience at a recording of Infinite Monkey Cage that the BBC has forced him to resign over his support of trans people
December 13, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Robin Ince reveals to last night’s audience at a recording of Infinite Monkey Cage that the BBC has forced him to resign over his support of trans people
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King John is one of England’s most infamous kings. Shortly before his death, he reputedly lost England's Crown Jewels in The Wash in the east of the country. But how did this happen, and may the treasure be found?
#history #medieval #treasure
King John is one of England’s most infamous kings. Shortly before his death, he reputedly lost England's Crown Jewels in The Wash in the east of the country. But how did this happen, and may the treasure be found?
#history #medieval #treasure
A Brief Moment of History: King John and the Lost Crown Jewels
King John is one of England’s most infamous kings. His reputation at the time of his death and afterwards was so disastrous that in the 800 years after his death, no other English king has taken the name John. King John is known for many things: his unusual ascent to the throne, the Magna Carta, his reputation as king, but perhaps most importantly to archaeologists and treasure hunters alike is the loss of his baggage trains containing the English Crown Jewels in what is known as the Wash in October 1216 shortly before his death.
justhistoryposts.com
December 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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It's so damning the way they never think about the people, only their narrative
December 12, 2025 at 7:56 PM
It's so damning the way they never think about the people, only their narrative
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Big band, big impact. Gigspanner Big Band’s “Turnstone” is nominated for Folk Album of the Year. In our new episode, out now, Peter Knight, Hannah Martin and @johnspiers.co.uk reveal the stories behind the songs and discuss the band's unique chemistry.
▶️ Watch here: youtu.be/YyMz1vyPp54
▶️ Watch here: youtu.be/YyMz1vyPp54
December 11, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Big band, big impact. Gigspanner Big Band’s “Turnstone” is nominated for Folk Album of the Year. In our new episode, out now, Peter Knight, Hannah Martin and @johnspiers.co.uk reveal the stories behind the songs and discuss the band's unique chemistry.
▶️ Watch here: youtu.be/YyMz1vyPp54
▶️ Watch here: youtu.be/YyMz1vyPp54