GB NEWS wins 3 awards Nigel Farage News Presenter of Year

I've never watched GB news tbh I never watch any TV news shows as I don't treat "news" as entertainment. I can't stand Farage's views but I'm perfectly capable of seeing he'd be a good presenter who engages with his audience. That's his great strength. There's other people who are good presenters but it wouldn't make me vote for them. I just wish he'd stay out of politics and play to his strengths as an entertainer. There was an article in today's Times about people who are standing as Reform candidates who have been found to have really horrible views. Farage is blaming the company paid to vet them but I think he needs to look closer to home!

You have to give it to NF, doesn't matter what the subject is, if people get a sniff he is connected they can't resist coming out with their black or white views.
Talk about Marmite (grin).

MayBee70

No. He didn’t do it to sell his book which is selling quite nicely anyway. He did it because there’s no point just talking to people who agree with you. As for David Kelly when asked about the lowest point in his political career his says David Kelly and is still very upset about it. As I mentioned before he debated on TRIP’s as to whether he should take up the GB News offer. I can only suggest that you listen to TRIP’s. By the way, how do you feel about the fact that Farage is too scared to be interviewed b Alastair and Rory?

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Namsnanny

You have to give it to NF, doesn't matter what the subject is, if people get a sniff he is connected they can't resist coming out with their black or white views.
Talk about Marmite (grin).

He courts controversy so it's to be expected. I know a lot of people who like Marmite fortunately I don't know many who like NF. I hope it stays that way.

Just got back from the cinema and I’m now watching GB news where there has been a live studio audience reacting to final head to head clash of Sunak versus Starmer..

Vintagewhine

Namsnanny

You have to give it to NF, doesn't matter what the subject is, if people get a sniff he is connected they can't resist coming out with their black or white views.
Talk about Marmite (grin).

He courts controversy so it's to be expected. I know a lot of people who like Marmite fortunately I don't know many who like NF. I hope it stays that way.

And here they are…..😂😂😂😂

Well MayBee70, that's exactly why he said he was there. To sell his books I mean.

I took it as confirmation because the books were on screen several times, advertising the front jacket, and he spoke of the need for people to buy them, and how he felt they would be helpful to the public.

Who of course can't possibly make up their own minds without him and his ilk gently instructing indoctrinating them with the correct views, according to 'em wot 'as more educasion

In fact, he told his host, he especially chose to wear a pink jacket because it was the same colour as his book cover, and added it had never been used by a political party.
Only to be corrected, because apparently some conservatives have used it.

If that wasn't helping to instill his book in the memory banks of the viewers, to illicit sales, I don't know what is.

Most of the interview was about his books, apart from his mini rants about NF. Which btw, had no content just personal attacks.
Which is always a bad idea, as it shows a fear of the person/idea/ ect.

Oh and he said he was really worried (?) about politicians lying to the public!
Weapons of mass destruction, comes to mind, and of course David Kelly, yet again.

The man was a spin dr for goodness sakes. He lied for a living.

Unfortunately people in the political arena do this all the time, these days.

I do know of one or possibly 2 people who have actually put their careers on the line for their beliefs.
Those are the people I read, listen and follow.

Those with a proven record of telling the truth.

What do you think of NF being too scared (?) to be interviewed by R or A? ....

Haven't heard anything about it.
TBH I think it's a childish question. Smacks of my Dads bigger than your Dad.

I don't get het up, anxious, or over excited about NF. He lives or dies by his own actions, nothing I will do or say makes any difference.
Only when I feel people double down on falsehoods do I tend to engage.

Speaking of which, did you ever see that Chris Bryant apologised in the HofC for getting his facts wrong about NF?

You may remember CB accused him of taking Russian money, but wouldn't repeat the accusation outside of the House?

Primarily because CB would be open to a rebuttal and a court case brought against him.
His apology, such as it was, was made on the last hour, of the last afternoon, of the closing day of the House, before I think it was, last years summer break.

Ensuring that most of the newspaper reporters (and definitely all of the politicians) had already left for holidays, and wouldn't be around to report it.
Very Machiavellian, but not very honest, as it shows CB up as being a coward - twice, and a liar.

I bring this up only as an example of one of the people who's own actions have led me to think of him as a coward and liar.
He has done other things in the past, but I like to give people the chance to redress problems they have gone through.
As we all make mistakes. Even politicians.

But if you want an answer to your question, the best I can come up with is:

1) Why are they suggesting NF is 'scared' as opposed to any
other reason - busy for one?

2) What factual evidence is there to substantiate NF position as
scared?

3) I'm not a mind reader but if NF has been invited, perhaps NF doesn't want to give R and AC channel the financial reward that an interview such as this would provide?
Why should he flesh out his enemies pockets?

4) The most damming reason of all, is that AC did not ask, talk or probe the reason why NF won't come on his channel, whilst on GbN giving an interview.
Isn't that strange to you?

I don't think I would give someone I disliked the possibility of making a fast buck on my reputation.
Especially to people who snipe and snide from the side.

'And another thing'... (who actually used that line?)......

I found it funny that AC suggested that NF fixed the vote to allow him to win his award of Best Presenter by TRIC.

Laughably delusional. Another unsubstantiated lie. People shouldn't be allowed to say such things without facts to back them up.
If AC is correct then he should say so, using facts not nasty little innuendo.

This is the type of behaviour of a lightweight.

It is so reprehensible. In my view it is intended to make us all concentrate on the minutia of politics, whilst those with the actual power do as they wish.

It's us the public that get our brains fogged by the lies and propaganda.
I pity the young.
They are force fed all kinds of rubbish, and very rarely taught how to think critically.
It's very easy to see why lowering the age to vote is being pushed right now (back to AC book).

You're not perfect GbNews, but in today's world we get nearer to the truth on your channel than many others.
Keep on keeping on.

Vintagewhine

Namsnanny

You have to give it to NF, doesn't matter what the subject is, if people get a sniff he is connected they can't resist coming out with their black or white views.
Talk about Marmite (grin).

He courts controversy so it's to be expected. I know a lot of people who like Marmite fortunately I don't know many who like NF. I hope it stays that way.

Of course, but no ones feet are held to the fire to elicit a response, he just manages to get all kinds of attention.
I find it all fascinating.

I don't mean this in a rude way, but I dare say your circle of friends won't count as more than a blip on the radar, when it comes to the demographics of for or against NF.

On a more recent podcast Rory asked Alastair how the interview went and he said the interviewer was very fair and mainly asked him about his books; I had assumed they would be discussing politics. The list of people in their Leading interviews is like a roll call of some of the most influential politicians of recent times and imo it’s quite prestigious to be on it. I don’t think people do it for the money. Just remember the whole point of the podcast is to give a view from both sides of the political spectrum or, as they say, disagreeing agreeably. They did several podcasts about Iraq which might interest you in which Rory questions Alastair about the reasons behind the decision to go to war. As for Chris Bryant I assume that many politicians use parliamentary privilege to say things in parliament which can’t be repeated outside. I’ve always found him to be a most honourable politician. Don’t you think that Farages recent comments about Putin show that he does seem to have a different opinion of him than most of us have and one has to question why that is? Do you actually think it’s right of him to defend Russias actions?

1Michael Heseltine48:33January 16, 2023link at Apple Podcasts
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These are just some of the people interviewed on Leading. One would think that Farage would want to be on that list. I mean, they found the time to be interviewed.

Nigel Farage is one of the best public speakers around, agree with him or not. He is witty, spontaneous and never boring. What he is actually saying is often questionable but, wow, he says it well. I can understand why ,totally, that people follow him.

nanna8

Nigel Farage is one of the best public speakers around, agree with him or not. He is witty, spontaneous and never boring. What he is actually saying is often questionable but, wow, he says it well. I can understand why ,totally, that people follow him.

So was Hitler. And Oswald Moseley. And Enoch Powell….

Yes, I pointed that out on another post though I didn’t mention that German man by name. I’d be afraid if I lived there.

Namsnanny

Well MayBee70, that's exactly why he said he was there. To sell his books I mean.

I took it as confirmation because the books were on screen several times, advertising the front jacket, and he spoke of the need for people to buy them, and how he felt they would be helpful to the public.

Who of course can't possibly make up their own minds without him and his ilk gently instructing indoctrinating them with the correct views, according to 'em wot 'as more educasion

In fact, he told his host, he especially chose to wear a pink jacket because it was the same colour as his book cover, and added it had never been used by a political party.
Only to be corrected, because apparently some conservatives have used it.

If that wasn't helping to instill his book in the memory banks of the viewers, to illicit sales, I don't know what is.

Most of the interview was about his books, apart from his mini rants about NF. Which btw, had no content just personal attacks.
Which is always a bad idea, as it shows a fear of the person/idea/ ect.

Oh and he said he was really worried (?) about politicians lying to the public!
Weapons of mass destruction, comes to mind, and of course David Kelly, yet again.

The man was a spin dr for goodness sakes. He lied for a living.

Unfortunately people in the political arena do this all the time, these days.

I do know of one or possibly 2 people who have actually put their careers on the line for their beliefs.
Those are the people I read, listen and follow.

Those with a proven record of telling the truth.

What do you think of NF being too scared (?) to be interviewed by R or A? ....

Haven't heard anything about it.
TBH I think it's a childish question. Smacks of my Dads bigger than your Dad.

I don't get het up, anxious, or over excited about NF. He lives or dies by his own actions, nothing I will do or say makes any difference.
Only when I feel people double down on falsehoods do I tend to engage.

Speaking of which, did you ever see that Chris Bryant apologised in the HofC for getting his facts wrong about NF?

You may remember CB accused him of taking Russian money, but wouldn't repeat the accusation outside of the House?

Primarily because CB would be open to a rebuttal and a court case brought against him.
His apology, such as it was, was made on the last hour, of the last afternoon, of the closing day of the House, before I think it was, last years summer break.

Ensuring that most of the newspaper reporters (and definitely all of the politicians) had already left for holidays, and wouldn't be around to report it.
Very Machiavellian, but not very honest, as it shows CB up as being a coward - twice, and a liar.

I bring this up only as an example of one of the people who's own actions have led me to think of him as a coward and liar.
He has done other things in the past, but I like to give people the chance to redress problems they have gone through.
As we all make mistakes. Even politicians.

But if you want an answer to your question, the best I can come up with is:

1) Why are they suggesting NF is 'scared' as opposed to any
other reason - busy for one?

2) What factual evidence is there to substantiate NF position as
scared?

3) I'm not a mind reader but if NF has been invited, perhaps NF doesn't want to give R and AC channel the financial reward that an interview such as this would provide?
Why should he flesh out his enemies pockets?

4) The most damming reason of all, is that AC did not ask, talk or probe the reason why NF won't come on his channel, whilst on GbN giving an interview.
Isn't that strange to you?

I don't think I would give someone I disliked the possibility of making a fast buck on my reputation.
Especially to people who snipe and snide from the side.

'And another thing'... (who actually used that line?)......

I found it funny that AC suggested that NF fixed the vote to allow him to win his award of Best Presenter by TRIC.

Laughably delusional. Another unsubstantiated lie. People shouldn't be allowed to say such things without facts to back them up.
If AC is correct then he should say so, using facts not nasty little innuendo.

This is the type of behaviour of a lightweight.

It is so reprehensible. In my view it is intended to make us all concentrate on the minutia of politics, whilst those with the actual power do as they wish.

It's us the public that get our brains fogged by the lies and propaganda.
I pity the young.
They are force fed all kinds of rubbish, and very rarely taught how to think critically.
It's very easy to see why lowering the age to vote is being pushed right now (back to AC book).

You're not perfect GbNews, but in today's world we get nearer to the truth on your channel than many others.
Keep on keeping on.

Thank you so much for that…👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

MayBee70

nanna8

Nigel Farage is one of the best public speakers around, agree with him or not. He is witty, spontaneous and never boring. What he is actually saying is often questionable but, wow, he says it well. I can understand why ,totally, that people follow him.

So was Hitler. And Oswald Moseley. And Enoch Powell….

Wow! 🤦‍♀️
Such vitriol against Nigel Farage, comparing him to Hitler is absolutely disgusting.

Vintagewhine

Namsnanny

You have to give it to NF, doesn't matter what the subject is, if people get a sniff he is connected they can't resist coming out with their black or white views.
Talk about Marmite (grin).

He courts controversy so it's to be expected. I know a lot of people who like Marmite fortunately I don't know many who like NF. I hope it stays that way.

I think you need to widen your circle of friends then,it was “The People”who voted Nigel,News presenter of the year,for the second year running as well 🤓

Shinamae

MayBee70

nanna8

Nigel Farage is one of the best public speakers around, agree with him or not. He is witty, spontaneous and never boring. What he is actually saying is often questionable but, wow, he says it well. I can understand why ,totally, that people follow him.

So was Hitler. And Oswald Moseley. And Enoch Powell….

Wow! 🤦‍♀️
Such vitriol against Nigel Farage, comparing him to Hitler is absolutely disgusting.

No. I’m just saying that being a good public speaker doesn’t necessarily equate to being the right person to lead a country.

He has got the gift of the gab.

Well Namsnanny I did make an effort to listen to the interview so will you listen to a The Rest is Politics podcast? Alastair talks a lot about things like mental health: both he and Rory despair of the fact that there is still so little support for people in this country. It isn’t all about politics. Andrew Pearce who interviewed him is someone who is often on the news review on Sky News with Kevin McGuire ( sp) and I can’t stand him. And looking at the other people on GB News it’s like a roll call of everyone in politics and journalism that I loathe. But I will try to watch some of it for the sake of balance.

Good for you (not an underhanded jab, as it can sometimes come across as 😊)

But...(playing Devils advocate), I do wonder if someone is loathed, whether it is humanly possible for most of us to give credence to what they are actually saying?

Anyway, there are lots of threads about NF, so it would be nice if this one was primarily about GbN, although I realise the title included his name.

"Scotland too dangerous for Farage, says Richard Tice"

www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/2024/06/26/scotland-too-dangerous-nigel-farage-richard-tice-reform/

Perhaps he should stick to presenting for niche right wing broadcasters and give up trying to lead a political party if he is too afraid to go to Scotland!

I agree that we approach things in a partisan way[it's human nature I guess] but I do try to look beyond that. Eg I will always give a party credit for something that they do that I think is good no matter which party it is. And I've probably written to more Conservative MP's in recent years than Labour ones, usually to thank them for something. And have had some lovely replies. As one of them said, you could vote for us you know, it is a secret ballot! Then again I usually loathe someone for what they've said not loathed what they've said because they've said it [if that makes sense].

Thank you Shinamae much appreciated👍

Yes it makes sense maybee70.

Shinamae having just heard what supporters of Farage say when they are my talking together, I'll stick to my own friends, thank you. Just disgusting racist, homophobic people who support the BNP and feel confident enough that their group are the same that they can spread their horrible ideas with impunity. If Farage isn't aware of what his supporters think he's an uninformed idiot.