Advantages: I will feel better after I write this
Disadvantages: You will have to put up with my moaning

..., the mushrooms, the pork chops and all my other 'most hated's'. 3. Novelty Songs You know the ones. They come out every so often, so annoying you would chew off your own ears rather than listen (if that were physically possible). The ones that always get stuck in your head. The ones that everyone complains about, but still manage to hit Number 1. Maybe you even have a few of these shameful classics lurking in your CD rack (shame on you). Yes, I am talking about the Fast Food Rockers. Oh, the costumes. Oh, the dance routine. Not to forget the actual song itself, with its truly sublime lyrics...And the saddest part is, I'm sure it's not even the worst. Remember the Bob the Buider song? And the Teletubbies song? And the Cheeky Girls? Admit it, you're cringing along with me, aren't you. It's off to Room 101 for all of these, may they never grace our... Read review

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Advantages: I get to put in the things I really despise
Disadvantages: You may not like what I've picked.

...go straight into room 101 because it takes away innocent people and it is horrible for their families to see that person going through these terrible events. In the UK we always seem to be sending money to Africa and Asia and, although they need our help too, we need to help these people in the UK who are dying of cancer and other diseases. So next time you see one of those little cancer charity boxes, put a few pennies in, whatever you can manage because those pennies build up quickly and will save a persons life. •Worsening Children Television Sorry Matt, I kind of pinched this off you! Hope you don’t mind. In years gone past we’ve seen classic kids television shows like ‘Dangermouse’, ‘Rainbow’, ‘Rosie and Jim’ etc. but now all you can see are programmes like ‘Teletubbies’ and ‘Tweenies’. What is it with these scary characters... Read review

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Advantages: Funny, Classic, Family fun.
Disadvantages: You must be joking!

...are all different and possess their own unique personalities. This alone helps the story to be an all time classic. I personally love the puppies, each with their own personal traits. It reminds me of the other Disney classic, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Rolly is just lovable from the beginning, and I think you will agree; with his constant hunger and (mind the pun) puppy dog eyes. Here a few other film extras which I found interesting (Courtesy of http://www.geocities.com/disneynutt00/101dalm.html) 6,469,952 animated Dalmatian spots appear in the movie, each one drawn by hand. (Pongo has 72 spots, Perdita 68, and each of the 99 puppies 32) Several of the characters from Lady and the Tramp (1955) can be seen in a pet shop window during the twilight bark sequence. At one point Jasper and Horace's TV set features Disney... Read review

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Advantages: Some funny moments, good ideas, clever concept, humourous anecdotes and clips
Disadvantages: Bad set design, lack of audience participation, style of humour and show in general is very strange

...'Imagine you had the chance to get rid of some of your worst nightmares. What would they be?' The opening line from the show 'Room 101' immediately drives inspiration into even the most relaxed watcher. It's a very exciting thought, and one that has a lot of potential to make a good show. Everyone has things that they would like to get rid of, however petty or small they may be, that are different to other peoples. Room 101 is the area into where all the guests are aiming for these items to disappear into. It is a fictional room where all items are 'banished into forever, never to be seen again'. The idea for the show is to make it a test of judgement, essentially, as to whether the item deserves to be gotten rid of. Paul Merton, the host, decides either to put the item in or not, after much controversial talk and humourous anecdotes... Read review

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Advantages: Several good shows; The Evening Concert; Classical music!!!
Disadvantages: A flood of adverts; Simon Bates

...I was surprised when browsing Ciao to note that there are only (currently) twelve ops on the radio station Classic FM (101.1). Any regular listener will know that they’ve recently been telling us all how well they’re doing in the radio ratings, but are these results justified? Your very own Jaxle will now investigate. Now, as maybe some readers know, I’m a very big fan of classical music (see my op on classical music) and yes, I must confess to being one of those who regularly listens to Classic FM, and yes, I do indeed prefer it to Radio Three. I’ll now run through the main programs that they broadcast with my opinions of each. >> BREAKFAST << Unfortunately, this show is completely ruined by Simon Bates (see below). Plays the more popular classical music and is excellent for news and traffic updates in the mornings... Read review

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Advantages: Huge choice - Bargain prices
Disadvantages: Can be a little slow to load

...of these brilliantly priced titles to choose from. When searching by artist, the site brings up all the stuff they've got and also the special imports and rarities they can order for you, so it's a great place to look for those difficult to find oldies or limited issues. I've often found stuff on 101cd.com that amazon haven't got, and it is always, always cheaper. Today I've ordered marvin Gaye's Lets Get it On and Soul II Soul's Club Classics I for 5.99 each, plus just over a quid p&p. Fantastic value. Massive choice. Quick delivery. What more d'ya want?... Read review

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Advantages: Well Mixed, with famous garage MCs
Disadvantages: None

...;♪♫♪♫♪♫♪♫♪♫♪♫ ♫♪♫♪♫♪♫♪♫♪♫♪♫♪♫ CD 1: Full 12" Mixes The first CD introduces old skool garage, such as Artful Dodger - Movin Too Fast and Rewind, DJ Luck/MC Neat with A Little Bit of Luck, Love Station - Tear Drops, and Sparks n Kie with Joy. This CD brings back garage from year 2000, with all the usual classic garage tracks; you must of heard them all before by now as on pure garage albums. ♫♪♫♪♫♪♫♪♫♪♫♪♫♪♫ ♫♪♫♪♫♪♫♪♫♪♫♪♫♪♫ ♫♪♫♪♫♪... Read review

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Advantages: accessibility, plays classical music tracks that I want to hear, Henry Kelly on the school run, calming music when in traffic jams,
Disadvantages: Simon Bates and Jane Jones who irritate- detract from the music

...Plays on 101.1 FM This radio station provides a good service to me- it plays the classical music that was missing from the radio for so long. Previously you had to listen to radio 3...not my favourite station because it assumed that you KNEW everything about the classics and if you didn't then you must be pretty deprived or dumb. Classic FM has opened up the world of classical music to everyone, and that's one of the real advantages it has for me. Henry Kelly makes me smile- I know he's not everyone's cup of tea, but he doesn't patronise. And he plays some superb tracks for the "school run" at about 8.15am. He makes the drive to work a pleasant calm experience and I never get road rage when driving with his programme playing. However, I think I might if I had to listen to Simon Bates..so when he sits in for Henry... Read review

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Advantages: I wish I could really get rid of these things
Disadvantages: Shame I can't

...Okay, in an attempt to immerse myself further into the Ciao Café, although I don't think much of the coffee they serve, here is my take on what should be despatched to the depths of room 101. Some serious, some less so, but all things which annoy me in one way or another. 10. LUSH Sorry ladies, maybe it's me being a typical bloke, but what is so great about Lush. I have to admit that I like the ethics behind the company naturally, handmade products which no animal ingredients and no animal testing. But what I don't understand is why anyone would put something into their bath that leaves a mass of bits after you finish. So, before you kill me, and in an attempt to understand, I have tried a couple of Lush bath ballistics (shock horror - a bloke trying Lush), purely for research purposes I assure you. Sorry, but it just... Read review

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Advantages: If it works, fine...
Disadvantages: ...If it don't, we're stuck with all this lot.

...Well, it seemed obvious. Having celebrated his centenary in the Ciao cafe, why shouldn't theediscerning turn, at the end of the evening, into a surly old git and complain about everything? Having done the 100th entry in the "ten things that annoy me" category about a year ago now, here is number 99 in the "room 101" category. Funny that. Anyway, the previous op mentioned niggly little things, such as the way when you spread toothpaste on your brush, there is a strong chance a flick of it will splash back and end up all over your best shirt. This op, though, is for the greater woes of the world. The ones there really is no seeming redress for. The ones that are everywhere. Such as... 1. "BLACK" MUSIC Oh, alright then, "Music of Black Origin". "Urban". "R&B". Whatever you call it, it is pure cack. This is just... Read review

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