Ian Wilson examines the power of letter writing and the important role it has played in his family’s life.
Almanac Music: Grant Hart’s ‘Intolerance’ – My Desert Island Disc
April 24, 2023 by 3 Comments
Ian Wilson ponders the dilemma of a ‘Desert Island Disc’. Is it a favourite album or one that stirs particular emotions etc as ‘Tolerance’ by Grant Hart did for Ian or is it something else?
Round 1 – St Kilda v Fremantle: Missing in Marvel Stadium
March 21, 2023 by 2 Comments
Not everything went according to plan for Ian Wilson when he took a client to the footy to watch the Saints as he explains.
Almanac Footy: Werribee FC’s Class of 1993
March 15, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This year is the 30th anniversary of the Werribee FC’s one and only premiership in the VFA. Ian Wilson recalls that premiership season.
Almanac Comedy: My Favourite Comedies #1
March 6, 2023 by 10 Comments
The wait is over! Ian Wilson names his #1 comedy favourite to complete his series, ‘My #27 Favourite Comedies’.
Almanac Comedy: My Favourite Comedies #3-#2
February 28, 2023 by 8 Comments
Two more classics of British comedy come in at #2 and #3 – ‘The Office’ and ‘Fawlty Towers’ respectively, with the penultimate episode of Ian Wilson’s #27 Favourite Comedies.
Almanac Comedy: My Favourite Comedies #5 – #4
February 21, 2023 by 3 Comments
Ian Wilson is edging closer to the finishing line with his series ‘Favourite #27 Comedies’, this week in Part 8, Monty Python’s ‘Life of Brian’ comes in at #5, and ‘This is Spinal Tap’ is ranked #4.
Almanac Comedy: My Favourite Comedies #7 – #6
February 14, 2023 by 6 Comments
The TV series ‘Seinfeld’, and the movie ‘Withnail and I’ come in at number #7 and number #6 respectively in Ian Wilson’s #27 Favourite Comedies.
Almanac Comedy: My Favourite Comedies #8
February 7, 2023 by 4 Comments
Number #8 on Ian Wilson’s list of his #27 Favourite Comedies is one of the greats in the field, Peter Cook. This will undoubtably bring a smile to your face.
Almanac Television: Worried At First Sight
February 3, 2023 by 5 Comments
Ian Wilson wonders why such a lowbrow reality TV program is the highest rating program on the box. He suggests a modified, more realistic concept of this program to pitch to TV executives as an alternative viewing option.
Almanac Comedy: Favourite Comedies #10 – #9
January 31, 2023 by 4 Comments
Two more classic comedies from Ian Wilson’s list of 27 favourites, this time numbers #10 – #9 featuring Steve Martin and the classic Aussie movie ‘Don’s Party’.
Almanac Comedy: Favourite Comedies #11
January 24, 2023 by 6 Comments
Comedy favourite number #11 in Ian Wilson’s series is the cartoon creation ‘Looney Tunes’ featuring so many fantastic characters such as Bugs Bunny, The Roadrunner, Daffy Duck to name a few.
Almanac Life: A Futile Search for Inheritance
January 21, 2023 by 10 Comments
Money is not everything in life, upbringing will bring you all the riches you need reflects Ian Wilson remembering the sacrifices and love of a supportive family.
Almanac Comedy: Favourite Comedies #14-#12
January 15, 2023 by 5 Comments
In Part 3 of his series ‘Favourite Comedies’ Ian Wilson presents his nominations of the comedies he ranks from number 14 to 12.
Almanac Comedy: Favourite Comedies #19-#15
January 7, 2023 by 4 Comments
In Part 2 of his favourite comedies, Ian Wilson counts down from number 19 to 15, including classic comedies such as ‘Get Smart’ and ‘Black Books’.
Almanac Comedy: Favourite Comedies #27-#20
January 3, 2023 by 8 Comments
Ian Wilson presents another list of his favourites, this time he nominates his favourite twenty seven comedy shows. He commences with his favourites ranked number twenty seven to twenty.
Almanac Footy: The Best and Worst of Crowd Behaviour
December 24, 2022 by 5 Comments
The recent soccer violence brought back some memories for Ian Wilson of footy violence he’d suffered and witnessed – some good behaviour also gets a look in.
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