1 definition by treblue
A very old, very British radio game show on the BBC.
Created by Ian Messiter, hosted by Nicholas Parsons. First aired in 1967, now has produced over 800 episodes from different venues across the UK.
Features four witty, articulate linguists (actors, comedians, famous people etc.) trying to talk on a subject without deviation, repetition or hesitation. Good laughs and a healthy amount of banter are almost always present. (often at the expense of the show's host)
Notable Players include: Sir Clement Freud, Peter Jones, Derek Nimmo, Kenneth Williams, Paul Merton
Created by Ian Messiter, hosted by Nicholas Parsons. First aired in 1967, now has produced over 800 episodes from different venues across the UK.
Features four witty, articulate linguists (actors, comedians, famous people etc.) trying to talk on a subject without deviation, repetition or hesitation. Good laughs and a healthy amount of banter are almost always present. (often at the expense of the show's host)
Notable Players include: Sir Clement Freud, Peter Jones, Derek Nimmo, Kenneth Williams, Paul Merton
Most common sayings of just a minute:
"And as the minute waltz fades away..." - Nicholas
"The audience enjoyed your interruption so we'll give you a bonus point" - Nicholas
"And as the minute waltz fades away..." - Nicholas
"The audience enjoyed your interruption so we'll give you a bonus point" - Nicholas
by treblue September 10, 2017