Category Archives: funny / beautiful / sad / quirky

Steve Martin: Born Standing Up and the origins of ‘The Jerk’

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Beth Spencer

Just finished reading Steve Martin’s memoir, Born Standing Up: A Comic’s Life (2007). I loved this, not just because it was a fun read but also because it gives a fascinating insight into the twenty-year genesis of one of my … Continue reading →

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Wildly funny

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Beth Spencer

For Alex for his 11th birthday, one of my very favourite funny videos: (Happy birthday, Alex!)

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Loving Lucy: Vale Madelyn Pugh Davis – a great comedy writer

Posted on April 23, 2011 by Beth Spencer

In memory of Madelyn Pugh Davis (March 15, 1921 – April 20, 2011), who died this week. In the days when women were encouraged to stay home and focus on cooking, shopping and children, she was the co-writer — with … Continue reading →

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