The ending: I don't know if it travels, but here in the UK there is a famous advertising campaign for Ferro Rocher chocolates that revolves around an ambassador's party, and they say thing's like, "you're really spoiling us!"
We Swedes really love our pickled herring. And now as Christmas is near, all the traditional herring dishes comes out and we eat more than ever of the little fishes in jars. I've even upgraded this year as I tried herring salad for the first time and liked it. Merry Christmas everyone! And I hope you'll feel at home in your new "pad". 🐸
Welcome back! Only Fry & Laurie would make a comedy sketch based on the treaty to end the 30 Years War that even people who were paying attention in History lessons don't remember anything about... I suspect, from both Laurie and Fry's reaction, the bit about America providing "the high-grade narcotics ..." was an ad-lib by Fry - pretty sure Laurie was not expecting that as he nearly broke character. 🙂
Excuse me. I was paying attention in history class (I'm just a mad guy). 😅🤣 Of course I can't remember the events from 1618 to 1648 personally because I'm too young, but I can remember what we were ‘told’ about them. However, I am only a car mechatronic and therefore not to be taken too seriously. Even my father, who didn't really care about history lessons at school, can remember what they were told about the Peace of Westphalia. Even though he was basically only interested in maths and physics. But he was only a bricklayer and later a civil engineer and didn't really learn English very well, this bloody damn German. I, in particular, wasn't always the ‘brightest candle’ on the cake, so perhaps I only learnt this by mistake and remember it. 😅 He and I could probably have a good laugh about this sketch, but I don't know if that would be allowed internationally for Germans. So, stay healthy, mates, and greetings from Germany. 🙂🙃🙂
It may not be particularly remembered in Britain, but what is today Germany, was nigh on annihilated by the 30 year war. You can explain almost until World War One what happened in Germany, by going back to the 30 year war. About a third of the population was lost between 1618 and 1648, in a conflict that played out entirely on a territory of the Holy Roman Empire, which the English are so fond to make fun of by saying it was neither holy, nor Roman, nor an Empire - but it was the most populous and the largest political body on European soil then, and under Charles V, had been together with Spain and its colonies, the first Empire that span across more than a single continent. The decline of the Holy Roman Empire started with the 30 year war, and this in turn led to Germany and Italy forming much later as modern nation states than France, for example, and being a bit of a poor house despite having, in theory, an excellent situation for trade across the continent. Even today’s Germany has traits that can be traced back to the 30 year war. This sketch is probably good for making fun of how history classes are taught in England, but it’s not really a good analysis of what actually went on.
Good to see you back in action. Calling your home a "pad" goes back to 18th Century thieves' slang. It is derived from a bed made of piled up straw & blankets, but became a self-deprecating way to describe your lodgings. Obviously not just your lodgings specifically. I'm sure you weren't around in 18th Century London. Although, I suppose one shouldn't make assumptions...
You’ve moved into a giant, empty warehouse…? There were a series of Ferraro Roche adverts set at posh parties, mainly ambassador’s receptions, where the chocolates were brought out in a pyramid on a tray and supposedly defined it was a posh event. ‘Ambassador with these FR you’re really spoiling us…’
The term "pad" for an apartment originated in Britain in the 17th century, where it was used by criminals and poor travelers to refer to a bed made of straw or rags. The term maintained its underworld associations into the 20th century, when it was used to refer to a place where drug users gathered. By the 1960s, hippies began using the term without the drug association. Today, "pad" is commonly used to refer to a smaller residence, such as an apartment.
Hey!!! So good to see you again. I’ve missed you more than I thought I would. This was a good one btw. Thanks! And; it sounds like your new place is huge! (From the acoustics) 😊
@garytaylor-n1o got anything better to do than passive aggressively follow me around in the comments, or cry about Ricky Gervais? You've been subscribed for a month surely you realised Mandy likes Gervais and Pilkington
Happy to see you back! 😊 In your new pad. Your comments about negativity is spot on. That’s why I love your channel, you always radiate positivity. I sent you a couple emails… Glad to see you are happy in your new spot!
Also the sound and lighting was fine ( It's impossible for you to look anything but angelic ) .... A little bit of room ambiance is actually nice too. :)
Congratulations on the new pad! The guy playing the annoying clerk, Patrick Barlow, was half of The National Theatre of Brent - their retelling of The Messiah and reenactment of the French Revolution are both well worth a look.
So good to have you back, you have been missed. Not had a great week here and still dunno what going on this side, but I've been binging on your Ricky Gervais shows to keep me distracted. Congrats on your new place. Pad is fine, just don't call it a 'crib' :D
Welcome back. Merry Christmas. I think you would really enjoy watching Rowley Birkin QC sketches. He’s a character from the Fast show is a very drunk posh old man
We missed you too !!! ... Also ( When ) You get the time would love it if you reacted to Black Books. I just know you'll love it. Congrats on the move darling , Woop !
There are so many subtle jokes in this one along with the obvious one, so good! The end joke might only work in the UK, ferrero rocher ran a series of ADs over here where the chocolate was served at the party/gathering hosted by the 'ambassador' with the line 'Ohh ambassador your really spoiling us' was always used, usually by a beautiful woman. The implication being that ferrero rocher is a high class quality product. Now to break some people's illusions on this, ferrero rocher is made with the left overs of other products, it's a total scam! haha yeah really, they use the bits that are cut off or trimmed while making other products, slap them all together and call it a perimium product. Just shows the power of Ads, the cheapest product to make is the one they sell for the most profit, all from implying it's a luxury item :D
Perhaps the biggest joke for historians was that they solved the Balkan question, "forever", in three seconds.Note: Strictly this treaty didn't really deal with this , as the Balkans were at that time still under the Ottoman empire. The Balkans have been a source of European conflict for centuries - and are still simmering today. They were one of the root causes of both World Wars - directly for WWI and indirectly for WWII which (in Europe) was largely fuelled by Hitler's reaction to the Treaty of Versailles, which ended WWI
This is from a great special featuring an array of big UK comedy stars of the time - 'The Nearly Complete and Utter History of Everything'. This sketch is probably the most memorable bit but then it is appropriate given that the Treaty of Westphalia pretty much ended major religious wars in Europe. That said, they're wrong about Ferrero Rocher - they're epic and their ad was clearly memorable.
Hiya , good d to have you back Mandy , congratulations on your new home good hope you'll be happy there ,❤❤ PS hope kitty cat settles down soon ,cats hate changes in their environment ❤.
Oh very important question, did you move on a Saturday morning? I remember you ranting about it in a Ricky Gervais show episode and wondering if they have bucket their ideas uo yet
Missed you too...(term of endearment that may or may not be inappropriate but best to err on the side of caution). Have you moved into a haunted 'pad'? Spooky echo and unexplained noises and such. Apparently 'pad' refers to something you sleep on and was just adapted to mean apartment/flat. And it would seem that Argentina does not use the 'Ambassador, you're really spoiling us' advert for Ferrero Rocher.
Oh, you've been moving? I guess that's why there was no XFM Friday? Good for you! I'm sure you will eventually but you might want to get some carpets and/or furniture in your streaming room to lessen the echo. This sketch has aged remarkably well though!
YAY! She's back! And I can't stop smiling. Just think if all wars went the way of the skit. Ambassadors sitting around a table. That's how it should have been done. Instead of reality.
Cheers! 🎉
Well, thank you so very much! 💜🤗🌻
The ending: I don't know if it travels, but here in the UK there is a famous advertising campaign for Ferro Rocher chocolates that revolves around an ambassador's party, and they say thing's like, "you're really spoiling us!"
We Swedes really love our pickled herring. And now as Christmas is near, all the traditional herring dishes comes out and we eat more than ever of the little fishes in jars. I've even upgraded this year as I tried herring salad for the first time and liked it.
Merry Christmas everyone! And I hope you'll feel at home in your new "pad". 🐸
I am English and I love pickled herrings.
@@grahvis Well, congratulations and merry Christmas.
Welcome back!
Only Fry & Laurie would make a comedy sketch based on the treaty to end the 30 Years War that even people who were paying attention in History lessons don't remember anything about...
I suspect, from both Laurie and Fry's reaction, the bit about America providing "the high-grade narcotics ..." was an ad-lib by Fry - pretty sure Laurie was not expecting that as he nearly broke character. 🙂
Excuse me.
I was paying attention in history class (I'm just a mad guy). 😅🤣
Of course I can't remember the events from 1618 to 1648 personally because I'm too young, but I can remember what we were ‘told’ about them. However, I am only a car mechatronic and therefore not to be taken too seriously.
Even my father, who didn't really care about history lessons at school, can remember what they were told about the Peace of Westphalia. Even though he was basically only interested in maths and physics. But he was only a bricklayer and later a civil engineer and didn't really learn English very well, this bloody damn German.
I, in particular, wasn't always the ‘brightest candle’ on the cake, so perhaps I only learnt this by mistake and remember it. 😅
He and I could probably have a good laugh about this sketch, but I don't know if that would be allowed internationally for Germans.
So, stay healthy, mates, and greetings from Germany. 🙂🙃🙂
It was a scurrilous slander in the highest degree, or the kind of ribbing only the very closest of friends can get away with.
It may not be particularly remembered in Britain, but what is today Germany, was nigh on annihilated by the 30 year war. You can explain almost until World War One what happened in Germany, by going back to the 30 year war. About a third of the population was lost between 1618 and 1648, in a conflict that played out entirely on a territory of the Holy Roman Empire, which the English are so fond to make fun of by saying it was neither holy, nor Roman, nor an Empire - but it was the most populous and the largest political body on European soil then, and under Charles V, had been together with Spain and its colonies, the first Empire that span across more than a single continent.
The decline of the Holy Roman Empire started with the 30 year war, and this in turn led to Germany and Italy forming much later as modern nation states than France, for example, and being a bit of a poor house despite having, in theory, an excellent situation for trade across the continent. Even today’s Germany has traits that can be traced back to the 30 year war. This sketch is probably good for making fun of how history classes are taught in England, but it’s not really a good analysis of what actually went on.
Good to see you back in action. Calling your home a "pad" goes back to 18th Century thieves' slang. It is derived from a bed made of piled up straw & blankets, but became a self-deprecating way to describe your lodgings. Obviously not just your lodgings specifically. I'm sure you weren't around in 18th Century London. Although, I suppose one shouldn't make assumptions...
You’ve moved into a giant, empty warehouse…?
There were a series of Ferraro Roche adverts set at posh parties, mainly ambassador’s receptions, where the chocolates were brought out in a pyramid on a tray and supposedly defined it was a posh event. ‘Ambassador with these FR you’re really spoiling us…’
The term "pad" for an apartment originated in Britain in the 17th century, where it was used by criminals and poor travelers to refer to a bed made of straw or rags. The term maintained its underworld associations into the 20th century, when it was used to refer to a place where drug users gathered. By the 1960s, hippies began using the term without the drug association. Today, "pad" is commonly used to refer to a smaller residence, such as an apartment.
Hey!!! So good to see you again. I’ve missed you more than I thought I would. This was a good one btw. Thanks! And; it sounds like your new place is huge! (From the acoustics) 😊
The 'musical guy' sounds like Tim Minchin. Merry Christmas!
Congrats on your new place. Have a great Christmas Mandy !
Hi Mandy, great to see you back !!
Good luck in your new " pad ", kid.
Stay safe, stay happy, and stay warm, but most of all, stsy YOU.
Happy Christmas.
I wish you rainbows.
Welcome back Mandy your hair hasn't gone grey so i assume it wasn't to stressful, Your lighting/camera placement looks good
Great to see Mandy back. 🤩
@garytaylor-n1o got anything better to do than passive aggressively follow me around in the comments, or cry about Ricky Gervais? You've been subscribed for a month surely you realised Mandy likes Gervais and Pilkington
Welcome back! 😀 the lighting seems different now. Looks more higher quality
You're one of my favourite youtubers. Great to see you back.
Thank you so much! 🙌🏻🤗✨️
Missed you Great to see you back you always bring a smile to my face with your beautiful bubbly, personality
Happy to see you back! 😊 In your new pad. Your comments about negativity is spot on. That’s why I love your channel, you always radiate positivity. I sent you a couple emails… Glad to see you are happy in your new spot!
What a nice, Christmassy, philosophy from you at the end Mandy. Do hope you're not haunted in your new place.
Welcome back Mandy! You’re pad takes me back to mtv crib days 😂
Also the sound and lighting was fine ( It's impossible for you to look anything but angelic ) .... A little bit of room ambiance is actually nice too. :)
6:36 Scusami? No what was that 😂 that's worse than how the English say Ferrero Rocher
Dude, that is close to how they say it in Italian which is where they are from, lol
Rocher è una parola francese 😂
@@MandyCaneLane😂 don't worry you say it fine but Rocher Is a french Word and in italian most of us say it in the french way
Congratulations on the new pad!
The guy playing the annoying clerk, Patrick Barlow, was half of The National Theatre of Brent - their retelling of The Messiah and reenactment of the French Revolution are both well worth a look.
So good to have you back, you have been missed. Not had a great week here and still dunno what going on this side, but I've been binging on your Ricky Gervais shows to keep me distracted. Congrats on your new place. Pad is fine, just don't call it a 'crib' :D
Welcome back Mandy
Welcome back. Merry Christmas. I think you would really enjoy watching Rowley Birkin QC sketches. He’s a character from the Fast show is a very drunk posh old man
The wonderful Ms M is back, now with extra reverb. 💙
We missed you too !!! ... Also ( When ) You get the time would love it if you reacted to Black Books. I just know you'll love it. Congrats on the move darling , Woop !
Welcome back Mandy! 🥰🤗
I don't think that's her. Probably just AI for now.
Mandy says she's off,i thought that was the pickled herring.lol..
Are you living in a tunnel now?😂 Hiding in the catacombs of Paris filming reaction videos
There are so many subtle jokes in this one along with the obvious one, so good! The end joke might only work in the UK, ferrero rocher ran a series of ADs over here where the chocolate was served at the party/gathering hosted by the 'ambassador' with the line 'Ohh ambassador your really spoiling us' was always used, usually by a beautiful woman. The implication being that ferrero rocher is a high class quality product.
Now to break some people's illusions on this, ferrero rocher is made with the left overs of other products, it's a total scam! haha yeah really, they use the bits that are cut off or trimmed while making other products, slap them all together and call it a perimium product.
Just shows the power of Ads, the cheapest product to make is the one they sell for the most profit, all from implying it's a luxury item :D
@@RavenZahadoom How is that a scam?
The ending is parodying these ads :
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Perhaps the biggest joke for historians was that they solved the Balkan question, "forever", in three seconds.Note: Strictly this treaty didn't really deal with this , as the Balkans were at that time still under the Ottoman empire. The Balkans have been a source of European conflict for centuries - and are still simmering today. They were one of the root causes of both World Wars - directly for WWI and indirectly for WWII which (in Europe) was largely fuelled by Hitler's reaction to the Treaty of Versailles, which ended WWI
I never thought hating could be seen as moving? "You make a good point Cheers"!
Great to have you back! Normality in life resumes.. 🙂
Sounds like you moved into a cathedral
Exactly what I was thinking. "Why is she recording in the Vatican?"
This is from a great special featuring an array of big UK comedy stars of the time - 'The Nearly Complete and Utter History of Everything'. This sketch is probably the most memorable bit but then it is appropriate given that the Treaty of Westphalia pretty much ended major religious wars in Europe. That said, they're wrong about Ferrero Rocher - they're epic and their ad was clearly memorable.
You spoil us with your presence Mandy.
Mandy, Pad was a word for a new place in the 60's / 70's
The is very historically accurate. Just how the thirty year war ended and Sweden became a great power of Europe. 🤣
Mandy moved into a large industrial storage facility..
Lighting looks good by the way
Hiya , good d to have you back Mandy , congratulations on your new home good hope you'll be happy there ,❤❤ PS hope kitty cat settles down soon ,cats hate changes in their environment ❤.
Miss Wonderful is back with a new echo, acoustic treatments in the future!
Missed you too! Enjoy your new pad.❤
Hiya Mandy ,the word" Pad" was used in the 1709s for a bed made of rags /straw ❤❤.
Oh very important question, did you move on a Saturday morning? I remember you ranting about it in a Ricky Gervais show episode and wondering if they have bucket their ideas uo yet
Missed you too...(term of endearment that may or may not be inappropriate but best to err on the side of caution). Have you moved into a haunted 'pad'? Spooky echo and unexplained noises and such. Apparently 'pad' refers to something you sleep on and was just adapted to mean apartment/flat. And it would seem that Argentina does not use the 'Ambassador, you're really spoiling us' advert for Ferrero Rocher.
Oh, you've been moving? I guess that's why there was no XFM Friday? Good for you! I'm sure you will eventually but you might want to get some carpets and/or furniture in your streaming room to lessen the echo.
This sketch has aged remarkably well though!
Mandy has landed once again 🎉
Would you like to see an alternative to Merry/Happy Christmas? Well, search …. Christmas at the Ministry for a clip that lasts about two minutes!
The Spanish pronunciation of Ferrero Rocher! Thanks!
Balkans - the latin America of Europe. Its where ww1 started....
Try the UK version of pad. We say gaff. My new gaff.
This one was clearly riffing on a Ferraro rocher advert. There’s nothing that dates a sketch more than that.
Congratulations on the big move
Hey ❤
New House! :D
Looking good Mand, the sound might be crap but the lighting is great.
❤
Let me guess, first thing you set up was the internet haha.
Before I even moved in! 🤣🤣
Hope you settle into and enjoy your new home soon Mandy and figure out all those new noises !
YAY! She's back! And I can't stop smiling.
Just think if all wars went the way of the skit. Ambassadors sitting around a table. That's how it should have been done. Instead of reality.
I'm so sick of your constant positivity...
Lol, you are in the wrong place for sure then! 🤣