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Omid Scobie - Endgame.

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merlotgran Mon 27-Nov-23 18:28:03

Anyone going to be reading his latest swipe at the Royal Family which comes out tomorrow?

Me neither!

Smileless2012 Tue 05-Dec-23 22:53:02

He just didn't realise how much she wanted to attempt to bring him and his family down, but H & M have done far more damage to themselves then they could ever inflict on the RF.

lemsip Tue 05-Dec-23 20:28:46

charles should never have put pen to paper to meghan of all people! it will be rolled out over the years even when the king has gone!

I have not seen the book on sale in my W. H Smith or Waterstones yet.

merlotgran Tue 05-Dec-23 19:03:43

Did any of us hear the phrase, unconscious bias on a daily basis ad nauseam before Harry and Meghan? We used to talk about racial prejudice but not in a way that practically accused every white person in the human race of an unworthy existence.

Harry’s own past racism is his problem to deal with. I’m sick of him assuming that we’re all guilty of racist behaviour just because if he hadn’t met Meghan he would have probably carried on behaving like an immature, entitled brat!

Callistemon21 Tue 05-Dec-23 18:52:29

lemsip

Charles should never have written to meghan after the oprah interview...... extracts now appear in the book of course. The palace should take legal action.
www.eonline.com/news/1390547/king-charles-wrote-letters-to-meghan-markle-about-skin-color-comments-after-oprah-winfrey-interview
To refresh, one month after the interview aired in 2021, the Telegraph reported that King Charles III had written to Meghan expressing his sadness over how the family had become divided, and his regret that she and Harry has chosen to share so much publicly. Omid's book now provides more details on this alleged correspondence.

Per the book, sources said that Charles wanted to make clear to Meghan that he didn't feel the remarks regarding skin color were made with "ill will" or "casual prejudice." His daughter-in-law then tried to explain how the conversations were an example of, per Endgame, a "lingering unconscious bias and ignorance" that needed to be addressed.

His daughter-in-law then tried to explain how the conversations were an example of, per Endgame, a "lingering unconscious bias and ignorance" that needed to be addressed.

How patronising!

Callistemon21 Tue 05-Dec-23 18:48:06

Germanshepherdsmum

Or if we have another loo roll shortage - stock up now!

I wouldn't want it anywhere near my lovely skin!!

eazybee Tue 05-Dec-23 18:40:21

I just find her letter a gross impertinence. I think Charles has been amazingly tolerant, but I don't think William will be.

Joseann Tue 05-Dec-23 17:24:25

So what did Meghan expect Charles to say? That he would enrol himself on a training course on unconscious bias?

M0nica Tue 05-Dec-23 15:42:29

including her father

Mollygo Tue 05-Dec-23 15:26:00

Her lingering and unconscious bias towards anyone of a different colour perhaps?

Doodle Tue 05-Dec-23 15:13:11

I wonder if any of Megan’s family wondered whether the child would have red hair…….another type of bias.

Calendargirl Tue 05-Dec-23 13:10:59

Charles’ letter sounds very reasonable, an attempt to pour oil on troubled waters, but Meghan was obviously not open to anything like that.

Wonder what the Queen Mother would have made of all this? It was reported that she expected servants to be ‘oyster’ about family matters, everything kept within the royal household.

Goodness knows what she would have thought about close family members blabbing about everything.

lemsip Tue 05-Dec-23 11:02:29

Charles should never have written to meghan after the oprah interview...... extracts now appear in the book of course. The palace should take legal action.
www.eonline.com/news/1390547/king-charles-wrote-letters-to-meghan-markle-about-skin-color-comments-after-oprah-winfrey-interview
To refresh, one month after the interview aired in 2021, the Telegraph reported that King Charles III had written to Meghan expressing his sadness over how the family had become divided, and his regret that she and Harry has chosen to share so much publicly. Omid's book now provides more details on this alleged correspondence.

Per the book, sources said that Charles wanted to make clear to Meghan that he didn't feel the remarks regarding skin color were made with "ill will" or "casual prejudice." His daughter-in-law then tried to explain how the conversations were an example of, per Endgame, a "lingering unconscious bias and ignorance" that needed to be addressed.

Germanshepherdsmum Tue 05-Dec-23 10:25:36

You have a point there …

Calendargirl Tue 05-Dec-23 10:23:10

Germanshepherdsmum

Or if we have another loo roll shortage - stock up now!

Don’t want to risk blockages though, the paper will be weighted down with tall tales and discrepancies.

🚽

Germanshepherdsmum Tue 05-Dec-23 10:18:26

Or if we have another loo roll shortage - stock up now!

Callistemon21 Tue 05-Dec-23 10:03:43

One Amazon review suggested it could make good, cheap fuel for the fire.

Joseann Tue 05-Dec-23 09:11:37

Well if you're looking for a cheap Christmas present this is a suggestion, described as below, on Amazon
Definitely, it's in the dog's Christmas stocking. 🐕

(For those not in the know, he chewed up a hardback copy of Meghan misunderstood, and is due for some more tasty shredding!) grin

Germanshepherdsmum Tue 05-Dec-23 08:55:03

‘^A storyteller who transcends the bounds of journalism ^. Sounds accurate.

Anniebach Tue 05-Dec-23 08:38:02

Some journalists do write fiction

M0nica Tue 05-Dec-23 08:31:54

I didn't realise he was a journalist I thought he wrote fiction.

V3ra Mon 04-Dec-23 23:54:44

Well if you're looking for a cheap Christmas present this is a suggestion, described as below, on Amazon:

The biography of Omid Scobie, by Dru James.

Book overview

"Step into the riveting world of Omid Scobie through the pages of his compelling biography. This immersive journey unveils the behind the scenes tales of a fearless journalist who dared to navigate the enigmatic corridors of royalty.

From exclusive interviews that captivated the globe to the untold stories that shaped his career, Scobie's narrative is a rollercoaster of intrigue and revelation.

This book (OMID SCOBIE BIOGRAPHY) is more than a biography, it's a front-row seat to the making of headlines, the unraveling of secrets, and the relentless pursuit of truth. Prepare to be enthralled by the life and legacy of Omid Scobie, a storyteller who transcends the boundaries of journalism.
Key features in this book include:
Who really Omid Scobie is.
His Early life right from his birth.
His Personal Life and Relationships.
The Rise of Omid Scobie to Fame.
His significant Royal Journalist Career.
And many more interesting things about him."

A bargain at £8.77 for the paperback, 86 pages, returnable until the 31st January.

Don't all rush at once 🤣

M0nica Mon 04-Dec-23 22:08:56

Who will be the first to see it being remaindered with a big red half price sticker on it?

Joseann Mon 04-Dec-23 18:22:20

Wimpy Kid - that's funny, merlotgran!
And in at number 51, way above Endgame is .......

Smileless2012 Mon 04-Dec-23 18:00:28

UK agency United Talent Agency sent a draft version of the book to publisher Xaner Uitgevets which contained the names. Funny isn't it after Scobie declaring he'd never submitted a book with the names in it.

Oh dear, what a tangled web we weave when at first we seek to deceive.

Jaxjacky Mon 04-Dec-23 17:49:21

Love that merlotgran 🙂