Re: BBC TV: The Repair Shop
Aye Phil, I actually didn't know of the family connection. In Scotland, the term "Wifey" just means an older/more mature "Lassie".
Right enough Dave, the story behind "Hovel in the Hills" should inspire a number of folk to get off their backsides & follow that couple's example. Another inspiring current program is "Grand Designs - The Street". Kevin McCloud - another decent knowledgeable presenter.
Back to the Repair Shop - it could be a better program if there was less drippy/drooly sentimentalisation - which diverts attention away from some lovely items such as that caseless clock in episode 1. Another program in the same vein as Repair Shop is - "Salvage Hunters - The Restorers". No drippy/drooly experts down there in North Wales & nearby Merseyside. Just keen interesting informative folk.
Regards, David
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