What did you think of the show? (5/11/08)
Adrian and Christine were joined by legendary naturalist Sir David Attenborough.
It might be Guy Fawkes night for us, but there are fireworks on both sides of Atlantic. Hardeep Singh Kohli reported on Barack Obama's victory from one of the many US election parties going on over here.
Justin Rowlatt looked into poaching in our countryside. It's a growing problem, thanks to game's popularity with chefs and Christmas fast approaching.
David Attenborough's been voted the nation's fantasy dinner guest. So we threw him a special One Show three-course meal... of questions, including one sent in, via the website, by viewer Jessica Voremberg in Bristol. Also: We'll publish our exclusive web-only interview with David in the next few days, so keep checking The One Show website!
Our poetry series continued with Phil Tufnell looking at the history behind Remember, Remember. Tell us your rhymes.
And Hardeep returned to tell us his Worst Time To Be British - the Highland Clearances. Your 'Worst Time' ?
Also: Insect inspection! Spotted a creepy crawlie lurking in your garden but don't know what it is? Send us a snap of it, we'll select the best of the photos and get our bug man George McGavin to identify it for you. Click here to send in your photo.
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I would like to know where Christine got her purple dress??
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Quite sickening to listen to Hardeep Singh talk about "our Highland clearances" and the loss of our people and culture in the Highlands. Couldnt you find a true Scot to present this section of the show instead of a Sikh??
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I am a big fan of the one show.
I just have to say, that I am really disappointed at the comments of the Head Teacher from the school in York (St Peters I think). How irresponsible, speaking about Guy Fawkes, as though he was some kind of hero! An act of terrorism is not heroic - people like him shouldn't be allowed to teach our children. He should keep his wharped opinions to himself!
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Concerning the comments made about poaching - one hopes and believes that the "landed gentry" carefully and patiently stalks the animal and then aims and shoots for a clean, instant kill (no, I dont agree with the 'sport' at all but I believe they have the wellfare of the animal at heart). Poachers, however, dont seem to consider the poor animal at all and I have heard some truly horrible, sad stories of animals being discovered after an obvious long and terrible death - eg: a deer with a crossbow bolt up its nose which didnt kill it but it protruded beyond the snout so the poor animal couldnt eat and starved to death; a deer found with its front leg almost shot off except for a few tendons. I was surprised and saddened to hear the subject generate a few giggles. Having seen the tragic results, it certainly isnt a laughing matter.
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Could you please get rid of that irritating man in the turban in order that we can enjoy the whole show each evening without having to change channels.
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Oh good one David. Very Good.
Yes lots more Al Gore. Oh how good!
Thought Al had disappeared into one of his five massions and needed to cut back on his private jet flights.
Barack Obama is green, just like Al Gore. No oil, no gas, no electricity, no coal, no industry, no economy; no life for the next eight years, but David says we will get more Al Gore.
Yes brilliant Al is such a good man.
He tells us how bad everything has become and we can buy Carbon Offsets to make us feel better. Yes we need more Al Gore.
Recession on money, no homes, no electricity, no hot food, no lights, no heating, just more Al Gore.
Lots of smiles there David.
Everyone agreed with you, apart from the Scottish chap that sat there in his turbin.
Typical Scottish attitude he looked a little disgusted.
David your right what thei planet need is more Al Gore!
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May I offer a clarification on the issue of Deer Poaching. Can Sir David Attenborough be advised that
In the UK, Wild Deer, while alive do not belong to the landowner, it is only when they are dead that they then become the property of the landowner.
As mentioned in an earlier blog the trained stalker is able to cull selected beasts by humane use of an accurate rifle. The poacher does not by the nature of their activities care for the beast, how it dies as long as the carcase can bring some money.
The British Deer Society is the only organisation in Europe whose aim is the welfare of wild deer in Britain, and the educationand training or responsible person to manage and look after this valuable asset of our land. Please visit www.bds.org.uk to learn about the work of the Society and the training that is available to inform and educate - it is not just about shooting deer, but reseach, photography forest management and protection of private gardens. Deer do like to eat roses and flowers!
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I was concerned at Sir Richard Attenborough's comments that the main issue with regard to poaching was an issue of theft of possessions. The police had, according to your film clip, linked poaching with farm thefts. I worry that this suggests a lack of concern for a farmer (or farm estate) who loses stock such as deer, sheep or farm vehicles (the latter of which are tools of their trade). I see no difference between the concerns that a farmer may feel and the concern and worry that any person might feel when thieves break into their home, garden shed, work van or car. The issue is not just the theft of possessions, but the concern and sometimes fear that it can engender in the recipients. Sue, Leicestershire.
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I am totaly distraught about the comments Mr Singh made about killing wildlife.. He talked about it as if it was his right... and everyone elses... How can you have him on your normally lovely programme... I have lived amongst wildlife on the Yorkshire moors and dales all my life.. They are beautifully run by the management of their landowners, that is why they are still there with nature. No one would see any wildlife if Mr Singh had his way..as it would all be shot in a fashion you would not want to know about. The culling and management of deer and game birds is very important and is what keeps the countryside healthy.. it has to be done, by experts and consevationists.What he has said is more damaging than anything Jonathan Ross has ever done on T.V. I am a disgusted that you let him on that sofa next to David Attenborough anyway,his attitude was a disgrace.
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I thought the piece about Guy Fawkes was good but was interested in the spin of supporting his right to disagree but not the attempt to detonate explosions.
Would the same be said of Islamic terroists or Basque terrorists?
Do we support their right to disagree?
Wasn't Guy Fawkes a terrorist.
Ones mans freedom fighter is another mans terroist
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HELP !!! Does anyone know what the background music was to the feature on Highland Clearance presented by Hardeep Singh Kohli on tonight's show, please ? Thanks !
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This show gets better each day and as for some of the comments made about Mr Singh I love him so much he is a lovely presenter along with you Adrain and of course Christine, keep up the good work Luv yaa all.
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I JUST LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS SHOW
DAVID ATTENBOROUGH WAS RIGHT ABOUT POACHERS AND LAND OWNERS, HARDEEP IS FUNNY AND INTERESTING, AND I JUST ADORE CHRISTINES PURPLE DRESS! WHY NOT AUCTION IT FOR CHILDREN IN NEED!!!!
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Love the show and love Hardeep. Several points from last night though did concern me:-
1. The comments about poaching from Hardeep and Sir David were incorrect (see other comments in blog)
2. Showing the fire walking on Guy Fawkes despite the advice not to do it was not the best idea
3. As a Scot I cringed at the historically inaccurate and inflammatory comments by the man talking to Hardeep. It was the British Army and Government which the Jacobites fought; and most of the myths he spoke of concerning the Clearances have been proved to be just that. He did us Scots no favours. Get a real Scots historian on in future. In fact you have one.
Keep up the GOOD work!
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The One Show is pretty good, in spite of featuring the worst theme tune ever devised. It's a difficult time slot, and it's difficult to get the content/entertainment balance right. Well done.
And having said that, can we have more Hardeep, please? One of the most talented people on BBC today, and fully deserving his own show any time now.
And, no, I don't wear a turban, I wear a horned helmet.-)
-- Greg, London
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I wrote a comment last night and I am still thinking about the programme today.. I keep looking out of the window to make sure that an army of Tarten Truban, kilted, bearded people are not in my garden killing the wild animals . I think Mr. Singh actually did not think before he spoke...I will calm down today as the programme has never upset me before and I want to carry on watching it... Best wishes Julia. (Whitby)
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Our whole family tend to sit together for this programme - one we all enjoy. However, we are really disappointed by the standard of subtitles - its understandable when they are being done 'live' but this weeks have been laughable - the pre-recorded items from John Sargeant and Hardeep Singh on occasions made no sense at all. Does nobody check these before going to air????
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Hello torbaytony,
I've been told that there were two different tracks used in the 'Highland Clearances' film:
1. 'Aignish' by Capercaillie (from album 'The Blood Is Strong') - this is used at the beginning (first 55sec) and end of the film (last 27sec).
2. 'The Whinney Hills Jigs' by Capercaillie (from album 'Dusk Till Dawn, The Best of Capercaillie') - this is used in the middle (2:42 to 3:01).
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Thank you Host_Ryan. It's very annoying when you hear a piece of music you like and don't know where it's from ! Cheers.
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