Tag Archives: the Olympics

Take Me To The River

On the wrong side of the river (and the tracks) Alex Clark explores an opposite Olympics – and a future of London post games. And, has a drink to boot. Continue reading

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If I Ran the Olympics: Ten Simple Solutions for Improving the Games

In which Bill Spring fixes the Games. Continue reading

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Wow! It’s the O’Lympics

Alex Clark goes to the Olympics and sets a record. Or, rather watches it being set. Medals ensue. Continue reading

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Be Not Afeard; The Isle is Full of Noises

England looks in the mirror, and what looks back? Alex Clark ponders if it’s Lionel Asbo or Love, Actually. Continue reading

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God Save The Queen

In which Alex Clark ponders London, death, the Olympics and the Queen’s Jubilee – in short, nostalgia – and waving at HRH herself back in 1977. Continue reading

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