The Funny Thing About... - for iPod/iPhone The Open University
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Is the world of politics anything like "Yes Minister" or "The Thick Of It"? Are scientists all as geeky as Denzil Dexter from "The Fast Show"? This collection of videos looks at the funny side of different professions and the stereotypes within them, through the best of British comedy. Using clips from "Harry Enfield" to "That Mitchell and Webb Look" this series will give you an idea of where careers might lead you - from IT to social work.
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The Funny Thing About…Politicians
The Open University's Richard Heffernan discusses civil servants, spin doctors and politics, using clips from "Yes, Minister" and "The Thick of It".
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Transcript -- The Funny Thing About…Politicians
The Open University's Richard Heffernan discusses civil servants, spin doctors and politics, using clips from "Yes, Minister" and "The Thick of It".
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The Funny Thing About…Scientists
Are scientists all geeky, bearded men in white lab coats? Featuring clips from "The Fast Show" and "A Bit of Fry and Laurie", The Open University's Professor Hazel Rymer dispels the stereotype.
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Transcript -- The Funny Thing About…Scientists
Are scientists all geeky, bearded men in white lab coats? Featuring clips from "The Fast Show" and "A Bit of Fry and Laurie", The Open University's Professor Hazel Rymer dispels the stereotype.
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The Funny Thing About...Journalists
What ethical dilemmas do journalists face? The Open University's Professor Derek Matravers explores what it's really like to work in the media, with comedy from Mitchell and Webb and Benedict Cumberbatch.
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Transcript -- The Funny Thing About...Journalists
What ethical dilemmas do journalists face? The Open University's Professor Derek Matravers explores what it's really like to work in the media, with comedy from Mitchell and Webb and Benedict Cumberbatch.