The world according to Kirkey
I was surprised, stumped, and a tad star struck when national speedway treasure Scott Nicholls asked me to write his autobiography. We had collaborated earlier on a fun piece for Speedway Star that, amongst other things, focussed upon his trademark shirts – which he introduced to the pundit fold during his showtime on BT Sports … Read more
Is the local Wetherspoons the real community hub where the human condition is fed and watered? Whenever I consider matters of a fiscal nature, value for money is always a significant driving force. Being born in the 60s, I have inherited the values of my parents which instilled the notion of financial probity. Moreover, I … Read more
The ideal antidote to the real prospect of a bunch of Bond villains vying for world supremacy – from President Musk and his willing assistant Nick Nack (aka Donald Trump) in the West, to President (for life) Xi in the far East, via the loathsome Scaramanga and Blofeld in middle earth – maybe closer than … Read more
I was recently scolded for my seemingly persistent use of the double entendre on social media. My guilt is overwhelming, with my allegiance to the “nudge, nudge, wink, wink” approach of comedy undeniable – a humorous expression used to imply a hidden or suggestive meaning without stating it directly has become my primary route to … Read more
The UK weather in early January is usually equivalent to wintertime in Siberia, especially the coastal regions where the wind-chill factor can scare off the most robust of brass monkeys. So why on earth had I decided to embark upon the epic trek up to the Northeast Lincolnshire seaside resort of Cleethorpes? Membership of the … Read more
2024 review: Matches: 31 New grounds: 4 (Bradford City, Tranmere Rovers, Carlisle United and Barrow AFC) Miles travelled: 9,317 Money spent in the club shop: a ridiculous amount Kits bought: 3 adult shirts and 4 children’s kits Medically insane? Yes Memories: to last a lifetime COYP! © Ian Kirke 2024 @ iankirke.bsky.social
A recent Facebook post provoked a sudden synaptic spasm: Some people think it’s peculiar that I am a Notts County season ticket holder and follow them all over the country whilst living in Berkshire, questioning my sanity and the amount of money that I spend on this enduring pursuit. But I’m not daft! In comparison … Read more
Following Parliament’s historic decision Kirkey poses the question, “when do you want to die?” Even in the darkest recesses of humanity, humour has its rightful place. Triboulet, a 16th century jester at the royal court of King Francis I, smacked the rotund bottom of his boss in a fit of farce. The unimpressed monarch decreed … Read more
To the ordinary Brit urine literally flows through mainstream culture. The vernacular is awash with references to this yellow fluid. Do you think I’m taking the piss? Look outside it’s almost certainly pissing down. But don’t piss about or your performance will inevitably be piss-poor. Better to celebrate and get pissed than to get pissed … Read more
