Author Archives: Mark Ritchie

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UK CLUBLAND Last month we focussed on one recent club closure in Yorkshire, a symbol of the decline of Clubland in certain areas. While most Clubland closures seem to disappear under the radar news-wise, the recent trials and tribulations at Bethnal Green working men’s club, situated in the east-end of… Continue reading →

UK COMEDYRecently we touched on the whole new feel of ‘woke’ comedy and its effect on what has become a culture war in the field of being funny. Comedy genius Ken Dodd was perhaps the last of the true variety comedians, but Doddy has gone now and many comedy fans… Continue reading →

NOSTALGIA FEATUREThis month we delve back into the history of the entertainment industry by remembering a TV series which ran for many years and was watched over by the celebrated producer Barney Colehan. Cast your minds back to The Good Old Days, which was quite literally the name of the… Continue reading →