This was (I'm fairly sure) an episode of Q.E.D. called Riddles of Ball and Cue which according to BBC Genome was broadcast on 17/04/1985 at 21:25 on BBC One. The programme description is, "Riddles of Ball and Cue All the things you never realised you wanted to know about snooker - such as why a straight shot can be rolling in both directions, and why playing from one end of the table is different from playing from the other. Steve Davis , the World Champion, takes on Peter Lawrenson , a scientist. With the help of slow-motion cameras, specially marked balls, an executive toy, some coins, a computer and even an electric drill, their unusual contest offers some unexpected revelations. But no prizes for guessing who wins the game."
Yes - this seems to be an edited version of that. I remember watching it back in 1985 as a budding snooker/pool player and still use some of what I learned from it even today when playing! The programme was much longer - 45 minutes at least, maybe even an hour. It stood me in good stead too - I never became a pro, but played County pool for over 10 years and played in the World Championship qualifiers a few times in the late 90s. Beat a few pro players and even a couple of former world champions in competitions on the way too!
Brilliant stuff! I, along with other commenters, can confirm the details. I will never ever forget this program as it taught me how to pot by explaining the straight line through 2 balls to the pocket equation. I was however disappointed to see it didn't have the bit of the program which was also burnt into my mind, namely the 'robot' that could pot any ball. It was, from my memory of when I was 14 and watched it originally, a small frame of black metal with a cue tip which was only a few inches long and motors in it. It was placed on the table and (I don't remember this bit distinctly) presumably had a red laser sight in it which enabled it to pot any ball on the table. I know it's not your editing though. P S. You HAVE to edit the title to read 'Cue' and not 'Que' .... Much love and thanks for the memories ❤
That’s fantastic. Comments like this are why I capture these old videos! I can’t believe how many people are commenting on this little slice of history. Apologies about the missing robot bit though! The way I work, is I buy or collect peoples old tapes usually before they get binned, and just see what’s on them by fast forwarding them and stopping when I spot something good. I think this had been cut off either end by something not very worthwhile. (Usually a film; but films are already available on Netflix, so no need to save if you know what I mean?). Maybe someone else out there has the other half of it and we could join them!
@@Redchannelconditions fingers crossed for the robot 😃 great work my friend.....subscribed now, this video came up on my suggested list and as soon as I saw QED snooker program, I knew what it was going to be..... I don't watch TV now, but I was a happy addict for the first 30 years of my life..... I just watch TH-cam now. Keep it up.... ❤️
@@Redchannelconditions thanks mate, this is my son's channel but you might be interested in my new channel @outofmymind1970 .... Full hq series of Bagpuss being uploaded this week plus other curios ❤️✌️
Yep this is exactly how it was found on a VHS! I try and save whatever I find. Thank you; who knows what the next tape will have; maybe the full version 🙂
I don't think I can handle all the natural charisma
Almost like these people grew up talking to others in the real world.
I know what you mean!
I’m glad they showed the cat. I wouldn’t have been able to visualise it otherwise.
I guess you have to be sure everyone knows ha!
This was (I'm fairly sure) an episode of Q.E.D. called Riddles of Ball and Cue which according to BBC Genome was broadcast on 17/04/1985 at 21:25 on BBC One.
The programme description is,
"Riddles of Ball and Cue All the things you never realised you wanted to know about snooker - such as why a straight shot can be rolling in both directions, and why playing from one end of the table is different from playing from the other. Steve Davis , the World Champion, takes on Peter Lawrenson , a scientist.
With the help of slow-motion cameras, specially marked balls, an executive toy, some coins, a computer and even an electric drill, their unusual contest offers some unexpected revelations. But no prizes for guessing who wins the game."
Wow. That’s pretty damn cool. I reckon this has to be it surely! Thank you!
Yes - this seems to be an edited version of that. I remember watching it back in 1985 as a budding snooker/pool player and still use some of what I learned from it even today when playing! The programme was much longer - 45 minutes at least, maybe even an hour.
It stood me in good stead too - I never became a pro, but played County pool for over 10 years and played in the World Championship qualifiers a few times in the late 90s. Beat a few pro players and even a couple of former world champions in competitions on the way too!
@@SotonCueMan it’s good to know it brought back memories. This was how I found it on a tape.
@@SotonCueMan
A badly edited version.
I thought it was QED "The Science of Snooker." My brother has the full episode on Betamax. I'll check with him.
Really interesting. Thanks for uploading.
Steve Davis' acting A+++
Thank you. Quite a gem isn’t it!
Ghost ball improved my game immeasurably. Amazing stuff!
Absolutely loved this. Could have been an open university programme it was so dry - but I really love stuff like this
So do I. The sort of thing that would have still been airing in 2006 at 04:30am on BBC2 for you to tape.
Brilliant stuff! I, along with other commenters, can confirm the details. I will never ever forget this program as it taught me how to pot by explaining the straight line through 2 balls to the pocket equation. I was however disappointed to see it didn't have the bit of the program which was also burnt into my mind, namely the 'robot' that could pot any ball. It was, from my memory of when I was 14 and watched it originally, a small frame of black metal with a cue tip which was only a few inches long and motors in it. It was placed on the table and (I don't remember this bit distinctly) presumably had a red laser sight in it which enabled it to pot any ball on the table. I know it's not your editing though. P S. You HAVE to edit the title to read 'Cue' and not 'Que' .... Much love and thanks for the memories ❤
That’s fantastic. Comments like this are why I capture these old videos! I can’t believe how many people are commenting on this little slice of history. Apologies about the missing robot bit though! The way I work, is I buy or collect peoples old tapes usually before they get binned, and just see what’s on them by fast forwarding them and stopping when I spot something good. I think this had been cut off either end by something not very worthwhile. (Usually a film; but films are already available on Netflix, so no need to save if you know what I mean?). Maybe someone else out there has the other half of it and we could join them!
Fixed the title 😊 thank you.
@@Redchannelconditions fingers crossed for the robot 😃 great work my friend.....subscribed now, this video came up on my suggested list and as soon as I saw QED snooker program, I knew what it was going to be..... I don't watch TV now, but I was a happy addict for the first 30 years of my life..... I just watch TH-cam now. Keep it up.... ❤️
@@alexanderthegreatmakesvide2735 thanks mate. Subscribed back. I can’t believe this video has had so much attention! It’s very interesting.
@@Redchannelconditions thanks mate, this is my son's channel but you might be interested in my new channel @outofmymind1970 .... Full hq series of Bagpuss being uploaded this week plus other curios ❤️✌️
Thanks for posting, I was looking for this!
No problem at all. Thank you!
When the BBC considered us as adults with capacity to concentrate and understand.
Pray tell how you think they consider us now 😂. Just curious!
Fantastic! You found a VHS that was edited like this?
It would be great to get the full version.
Thank you for uploading this cut all the same! :)
Yep this is exactly how it was found on a VHS! I try and save whatever I find. Thank you; who knows what the next tape will have; maybe the full version 🙂
The table down the mucky duck would be a challenge for the pros
Do you have any F1 1999 2002 highlights itv please and on playlist please as well and F3000 itv 1999 2000 as well 2001 and 2002
I possibly do! I’ll see what I have
Do you have 1999 Snooker in full itv and Btcc 2002 and 2003 itv please
I don’t think so I’m afraid
the presenter even dressing like steve, clearly interested in nudging the pink and potting the brown.
ahem
Who could possibly say!
Que? Dont you mean cue?
fixed!
Que? ..you mean cue.
Qué?
No, cue.
wtf is this
I'm not too sure how to answer?