…. They were then allocated to different groups. All received guidance on diet, seeking to reduce the number of calories consumed and improve the cholesterol levels in the blood. Some were introduced to the delights of regular dance sessions where they were encouraged to learn new steps and remember old favorites. A further group were already gardeners. They were given targets for growing a range of different fresh vegetables in their yards. The i… Continue reading →

Over the last ten years, there’s been a dramatic shift in the diet of television programs. In the good old days, there were the usual gameshows, dramas and comedies. For the most part, they were all scripted and carefully rehearsed. For producers unsure of audience reaction, there was always canned laughter to tell us when something was supposed to be funny. Life was predictable and boring quite a lot of the time. Then the studio executive… Continue reading →