Category Archives: BBC

The arrogant face of BBC Formula One coverage

Posted on June 26, 2010 by Gary Pepworth

When I started watching Valencia 3rd practice today I didn’t expect to be insulted live on air by a member of the BBC commentary team. David Croft and Anthony Davidson were commentating on Schumacher’s return and at first the comments … Continue reading →

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A reputation restored in Melbourne

Posted on March 30, 2009 by Gary Pepworth

You have been involved in Motorsport for many years, known only to a few hardcore race motorsport aficionados and then you get your big break, promoted to the pinnacle of motorsport. Under the glare of the British media you are … Continue reading →

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Formula One on the BBC – first impressions

Posted on March 28, 2009 by Gary Pepworth

My Formula One season began as usual in the early hours of Friday morning. Like many F1 fanatics I used to turn to Germany to get my fix of comprehensive free to air coverage. With a cheap dish and old … Continue reading →

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Bahrain second practice schadenfreude

Posted on April 4, 2008 by Gary Pepworth

My lunchtime nap today coincided with listening to the second practice session of the Bahrain Grand Prix on 5 Live Sports Extra. Felipe Massa had run over a kerb, which led to a display of ‘Formula England’ at its worst, … Continue reading →

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How a prime minister leaves the job, BBC style

Posted on June 27, 2007 by Gary Pepworth

It is on the big set piece occasions you can rely on the BBC…..to go overboard with a lot spin, hot air and very little substance. I will comment later on Nick Robinson’s having finally lost the plot. Hopefully he … Continue reading →

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Beware of the dogs

Posted on June 27, 2007 by Gary Pepworth

Quentin Davies’s defection and stinging resignation letter has unleashed the Tories finest attack poodles. Over at Iain Dale’s queenie bitchfest the level of debate was to resort to calling Mr Davies a “shit” . Meanwhile Alan ”Glad to be grey” Duncan has … Continue reading →

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Why bother with a ringside seat?

Posted on May 5, 2007 by Gary Pepworth

Have you ever been to a sporting event or concert only to find that you didn’t really see much of the action and that you would have had a better view watching in on the box? Although I will always … Continue reading →

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Election fever hits Pontrieux

Posted on April 21, 2007 by Gary Pepworth

While back home you have the local elections not to get excited about, there is an air of excitement here in France about tomorrow’s Presidential election. The BBC may tell you that campaigning is not permitted today. Not strictly true. … Continue reading →

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M-Day at wato

Posted on April 16, 2007 by Gary Pepworth

When Nick Clarke died Radio 4 went into “Princess Diana” mode in their hagiography. Media organisations tend to do this when it’s one of their own. I’m still not sure if BBC7 has achieved closure on the death of Linda … Continue reading →

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Goodbye George Sewell

Posted on April 9, 2007 by Gary Pepworth

I was surprised and saddened to hear George Sewell had died a few days ago. Speaking to my mother today she was similarly surprised by the news – there is nothing on the BBC News website. This is in contrast to their wall to wall wailing that accompanied the recent death … Continue reading →

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