QI - Series F
On Friday 12th September 2008 GMT at 1:07 PM GMT, Ian Wolf said:
I'm not sure when the sixth series of QI will start, but I'm guessing it will be early October.
For those wanting a sneak-peak of the forthcoming series, they can do by having a quick what of these clips, as filmed by Alan Davies on his mobile phone.
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QI on the BCG
On Wednesday 11th February 2009 GMT at 12:40 AM GMT, Will Heigh said:
I think a correction should be noted in the Guide for Episode Six of Series F of QI. On the very first question, Stephen Fry awards the audience five points, but somehow the QI Elves did not remind him of this when the final scores were to be announced, because he declared Sean Lock the winner with -16. The correct winner of the show, therefore, was the audience.
On Wednesday 11th February 2009 GMT at 2:33 AM GMT, Ian Wolf said:
Quote: Will Heigh @ February 10 2009, 7:40 PM GMTI think a correction should be noted in the Guide for Episode Six of Series F of QI. On the very first question, Stephen Fry awards the audience five points, but somehow the QI Elves did not remind him of this when the final scores were to be announced, because he declared Sean Lock the winner with -16. The correct winner of the show, therefore, was the audience.
I noticed that. I mentioned that on the QI forums. From what was mentioned, there was an unbroadcast question in which the audience lost all their points.
On Wednesday 11th February 2009 GMT at 5:37 AM GMT, Aaron said:
I noticed that one too. As far as I'm concerned, if it's not broadcast, it doesn't count!
On Wednesday 11th February 2009 GMT at 6:25 AM GMT, Will Heigh said:
I agree. I'll mention it to the show's elves and see what we get. Perhaps it will lead to them broadcasting everything for a change, rather than us having to wait for the series' DVDs to come out so we can see the whole show.
On Wednesday 11th February 2009 GMT at 5:04 PM GMT, Mark said:
I'd rather shows like QI continued to be edited... every panel show has lulls and the full hour plus would likely be too long for many viewers.
Mock The Week has actually got it right in terms of the scoring: never mention the points so people don't get confused why things don't add up. Here's what Andy Parsons admitted in an interview not long ago when asked about the scoring:
QuoteIt's amazing how excited people get. It's completely made up. Basically, they record it, both sides win every round and then they decide in the edit which team actually wins. I have no idea how they decide that and it doesn't make logical sense. You find yourself winning and losing in an editing suite, which we tend not to care about but people at home write in: "I can't believe how they won that round, there was no sense in it."
On Wednesday 11th February 2009 GMT at 9:44 PM GMT, Aaron said:
That doesn't match my experiences, but I'm sure it does take place!
On Thursday 12th February 2009 GMT at 8:35 PM GMT, Ian Wolf said:
Quote: Mark @ February 11 2009, 12:04 PM GMTMock The Week has actually got it right in terms of the scoring: never mention the points so people don't get confused why things don't add up. Here's what Andy Parsons admitted in an interview not long ago when asked about the scoring:
I don't think so Mark. Personally, I think the best scoring system is the one on I'm Sorry I Haven't a Clue: none whatsoever.
On Tuesday 17th February 2009 GMT at 12:35 AM GMT, Agnes Guano said:
Perhaps it's the inner nerd in me but QI recently seems to be neglecting the quite interesting aspect and instead descends each week into a bout of rude word calling and stupidity. Which would be fine if that was the format of the show, I just expect a bit more is all...
Standards are low folks, very low. It's like a playground swearing contest these days.
FRY: Good evening, good evening, good evening!
JUPITUS: Knobs!
DAVIES: Willy bum.
BRAND: Tampons.
FRY: Acrotomophilia!
BRAND: Vagina......
JUPITUS: Cock!
DAVIES: Silly titty plop.
BAILEY: Badgers weenie! Squirrel's nadger! Otter's prick!
On Tuesday 17th February 2009 GMT at 12:38 AM GMT, Ian Wolf said:
You are not the only one who is thinking that. See the QI forum.
Personally, I don't see any change. There are still people who are trying to be interesting - although sometimes they can be a bit too interesting (look at Pam Ayres). You need to get the balance right.
On Tuesday 17th February 2009 GMT at 12:53 AM GMT, zooo said:
As long as no one's talking over Stephen Fry, I'm happy.
*gives pointed looks to certain regular contestants*
On Tuesday 17th February 2009 GMT at 1:44 AM GMT, Aaron said:
Quote: Ian Wolf @ February 16 2009, 7:38 PM GMTsometimes they can be a bit too interesting (look at Pam Ayres).
Not sure I follow?
Quote: zooo @ February 16 2009, 7:53 PM GMTAs long as no one's talking over Stephen Fry, I'm happy.
*gives pointed looks to certain regular contestants*
Who be them?
On Tuesday 17th February 2009 GMT at 1:49 AM GMT, Ian Wolf said:
Quote: Aaron @ February 16 2009, 8:44 PM GMTNot sure I follow?
Well there have been certain guest you keep trying to give as much information as much possible instead of trying to be funny. Pam Ayres was one (I mention her because I went to that recording), and so were Rory McGrath, Jonathan Ross and Gyles Brandreth.
On Tuesday 17th February 2009 GMT at 1:50 AM GMT, zooo said:
Rory McGrath defo does that! And erm... John Sessions I think?
Quote: Aaron @ February 16 2009, 8:44 PM GMTWho be them?
Well, Phill Jupitus does it quite often, but he's not all bad.
On Wednesday 18th February 2009 GMT at 5:12 AM GMT, Badge said:
Quote: Ian Wolf @ February 16 2009, 7:38 PM GMTYou are not the only one who is thinking that. See the QI forum.
Also the letters column of the latest Radio Times. I can't be bothered watching any more - for every nugget of amusement there will be several boring diversions into areas the show didn't reach as often when it was on "edgier" BBC2.
On Tuesday 24th February 2009 GMT at 11:27 AM GMT, Sal Paradise said:
Although I haven't noticed that per say, it is a possibility when you point it out. It all has to do with who the guests are really. I noticed there have been a lot of new guests who don't entirely fit the format.
I agree about certain "too interesting" guests. There is a fine line between "interesting" and boring trivia nonsense. Rory McGrath was the absolute worst! I remember Stephen had to threaten him because he wouldn't stop chiming in with the latin names of all sorts of animals.
On Tuesday 24th February 2009 GMT at 12:52 PM GMT, Ian Wolf said:
Quote: Sal Paradise @ February 24 2009, 6:27 AM GMTI agree about certain "too interesting" guests. There is a fine line between "interesting" and boring trivia nonsense. Rory McGrath was the absolute worst! I remember Stephen had to threaten him because he wouldn't stop chiming in with the latin names of all sorts of animals.
Yes, I believe the line was: "You're just beginning to try my patience now."
On Sunday 1st March 2009 GMT at 8:34 PM GMT, Mrs Mack said:
Best episode of QI was last week...
Ben Miller and Rob Brydon = 
On Sunday 1st March 2009 GMT at 8:43 PM GMT, zooo said:
You just liked the kiss. Admit it.
On Wednesday 4th March 2009 GMT at 5:11 PM GMT, miss jaffacake said:
Is Alan Davies starting to annoy anybody else? He's constantly interrupting people with jokes and physical comedy. And it just gets annoying. Stop interrupting people and wait your bloody turn Alan.
Although sometimes he is funny, it appears that he thinks he is better than the other guests so has a right to talk over those who are not on the show every week. I'm sure that isn't really the case and he's just trying to be funny at the time when the statement is made from which he derides comedy but it's still annoying as hell.
On Wednesday 4th March 2009 GMT at 5:51 PM GMT, Aaron said:
I don't think he does it any more than anyone else, but because he's on every week, it's become noticeable to you.
On Sunday 8th March 2009 GMT at 4:20 PM GMT, Ian Wolf said:
The buzz around the QI forums is that last night's episode was one of the best ever. I do have to say I felt sorry for Stephen concerning last night, now knowing what Emma Thompson puts him through.
On Sunday 8th March 2009 GMT at 5:43 PM GMT, miss jaffacake said:
I feel very proud of myself with the most recent episode. I answered loads right! Also I really, really, REALLY love Emma Thompson, she's adorable and it was so lovely watching her interact with Stephen. You don't get to see them sharing much screentime any more.
On Sunday 8th March 2009 GMT at 6:50 PM GMT, Aaron said:
I'm not really sure about "best ever", but it certainly was very, very funny.
On Sunday 8th March 2009 GMT at 7:18 PM GMT, Gluben said:
I wouldn't say "best ever" either, even though I loved the line-up. My favourite episodes are the "Fingers and Fumbs" one with the Rock, Paper, Scissors game, and the last episode of series C, where the "Peter Cushing Lives in Whitstable" song was mentioned.
However, I have a feeling that the last episode of this series might be one to remember. Typically, the producers will leave the funniest episode 'til last, unless it's a Christmas Special.
On Thursday 12th March 2009 GMT at 5:58 AM GMT, Tim Walker said:
Snuggliest comedy on TV.
Constantly D'lovely. xxx
On Friday 13th March 2009 GMT at 5:08 PM GMT, Maurice Minor said:
Quote: miss_jaffacake @ March 4 2009, 12:11 PM GMTIs Alan Davies starting to annoy anybody else? He's constantly interrupting people with jokes and physical comedy. And it just gets annoying. Stop interrupting people and wait your bloody turn Alan.
Although sometimes he is funny, it appears that he thinks he is better than the other guests so has a right to talk over those who are not on the show every week. I'm sure that isn't really the case and he's just trying to be funny at the time when the statement is made from which he derides comedy but it's still annoying as hell.
Alan Davies is awful. Constant interruptions, and his schtick as the ordinary/thick bloke is irritating. Also a lot of his interruptions stem from him repeating what someone else has said or someone else's gag and miming it - undermining the other contributors, putting them off and getting the audience to focus on him again.
On Friday 13th March 2009 GMT at 8:35 PM GMT, miss jaffacake said:
I wouldn't say I really dislike Alan, he does come across as very sweet and childish at times. But the same as children, he sometimes he just gets so annoying you want to punch him in the face.
The miming thing annoys me so much. Just stop it! I really didn't mind him in the first few seasons, but he seems to be focussing more on the undermining, interrupting jokes than actually trying to be funny.
On Sunday 15th March 2009 GMT at 11:08 AM GMT, Ian Wolf said:
Here is something quite interesting. According to QI's Twitter page, the show is currently working with a British games design to make a QI DS game.