Kid in the Riot

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And they've still got to fit in a rearranged game against Slough in there 

8 hours ago, Mr Popodopolous said:

What changed then I wonder.

He did his usual pre game before Sunderland at Home then Burnley at Home plus some usual stuff ie Janaury announcing we had a new deal on the table for Scott.

Why this summer, seems unusual. Suddenly goes entirely apart from the odd Nest Egg interview.

SL has never liked the local media and the scrutiny it brings. 

He turned up for Geoff's last show out of respect, my guess is he probably did not want to do it at all. 

Since Geoff has gone he hasn't done an interview for RB, and I'd guess he never will again. 

8 minutes ago, Davefevs said:

You do the words, you’re much better than me…I’ll do the pretty (?) charts!

Completely speculative from me, but I reckon he might start having to entertain lower offers.  I think he has no interest, the flip-flop of his son to not wanting to take it on, to wanting it, then proving incapable (again), might be the final straw.

Maybe that’s just hope on my part.

@ELJones - slippery slope, posting on OTIB.

There's still plenty of money to be made for SL in the Sporting Village and associated housing development that means he doesn't have to be pushed into a quick sale. 

I think he still has enough interest in City, both emotional and financial, that he'll stick with it for the time being. 

2 hours ago, 2015 said:

Where would we be without the Lansdowns?

30 years ago in 1994 we were in pretty much the very same League position as we are now, without their input or money... and we were also a division above the Gas.

Steve took over in 2002 when we were in L1 tbf. 

14 minutes ago, 2015 said:

Which is why it's not really for me. I don't want violence, but I would like a hostile atmosphere. Away team being booed and whistled from minute 1 to 90, AG to be a fortress.

When has this ever happened though? 

My first City games were 94/95 against Tranmere and Derby County. Crowds of about 8,000 rattling around a more than half empty stadium. I don't recall the atmosphere being vociferous or intimidating. 

10 minutes ago, 2015 said:

It doesn't but my opinion isn't based on just this game.. 

A lot of overhyped players who aren't as good as our media have you believe 

Strong argument that the best players in La Liga and Bundesliga are both English. Not sure we've ever been able to say that before.

Plus a plethora of English talent in the Premier League.

Us and France will have the two best squads in the tournament this summer. 

17 minutes ago, Davefevs said:

Jon’s role hasn’t changed has it?  Still Chairman, isn’t he?  In City history of recent times, Chairman hasn’t been high-profile, Jon’s been able to stay in the background.

Why isn’t Tinnion (sort of DoF) taking the heat off of him?  Ok, he is public-facing, although not great at it!

Why isn’t Marshall (Group CEO) taking the heat off of him?

So that he can stay in his comfort-zone.

His job title hasn't changed, Dave. But his role i.e. what he actually does and is responsible for has evidently changed since the departures of Gould/Alexander/Nige. 

Because in at least two of those three, you are losing experienced men with gravitas that can speak on behalf of the club.

Now we have Tins and Jon! And Tins certainly can't be relied upon to perform a similar spokesperson role to that of a Gould or Nige. 

Plus, the loss of those men means Jon is naturally expected to be more about the place to help fill the vacuum. 

I think Richard Latham is right, Jon probably had one foot in Bermuda and now he's been called back by Steve to deal with a shitstorm. 

That's the point I'm making. 

A worthwhile listen but Richard Latham's views are pretty outdated, particularly regards "marquee" signings and his aversion to DoFs. 

His most interesting comment was when he hinted that Jon doesn't really want to be in his current role.

Agree with that. Jon would much prefer there to be a DoF or CEO that could take the limelight/heat away from him.

Which makes the decision by his Dad to plunge him back into such an important, public-facing role all the more bizarre and frankly irresponsible.

1 hour ago, Frankie_Red said:

My first trip to Little French this week, what’s the parking like around there, not a part of town I’m familiar with?

Street parking, free after 6pm. 

Just now, Open End Numb Legs said:

I am going to err on the side of positivity here and say that most pro success stories depend on a player moving around a bit to other clubs whether on loan or permanent moves. It is part of how they develop and mature as players and people.

 

They're definitely still big success stories that we can claim, I'd just say the academy assisted their development rather than "produced" them as such. 

Still think it's dubious to credit the academy with Semenyo, Scott and Pring. All were in it for a short time but they're hardly academy "produced". 

Listening to the game tonight, going well for Bears. 24-7 up to an understrength top of the table Saints.

Still life in this season yet if they can go on a run. 

Edit: bollox try Saints 

How about the presentation of this Jerusalem artichoke too? Stunning. 

2 hours ago, jambodinho said:

How was littleFrench @Kid in the Riot ?

Really good thanks. Could not fault it at all, in fact.

Group of 6 of us and enjoyed excellent service throughout the meal. Delicious Jersey rock oysters (with the Picpoul again!) Followed by the scallops in a beautiful buttery Source. The best course for me probably was the ox cheek, that was perfectly tender (pic below). Then finished with the chocolate mousse which lived up to the hype!

Also has sides of the hispi cabbage and the aligot, the latter of which is unlike anything I've had before really. 

Maybe my only complaint is that by the end I was stuffed, an inevitable consequence of so much rich and hearty food. Along with a fair bit of vin...

All the food was beautifully presented too, which isn't always the case with traditional cooking. 

When a place appears on a show called "Remarkable Places to Eat" you kind of fear the worst, but whilst "remarkable" is a very high bar to reach, it was certainly an excellent venue showcasing some very talented chefs and high quality ingredients.

I find it far more offensive when people write "Bristol Rovers" across the St George's Cross, if I'm honest. 

5 hours ago, GrahamC said:

I also read the comment when he resigned from his FA post over a personal matter that he was considered the best Chief Finance Officer the FA had ever had & was extremely popular.

Almost identical in his skill set to us, isn’t it?

And this is a club in League 2 remember.... 

21 hours ago, Midred said:

Apparently Aaron Taylor - Johnson to be the new James Bond. Correct me if I'm wrong but didn't the character die a horrible death at the end of "No time to die"? Then they drank a toast to him after. That's going to be a bit awkward for them in the next film. I know quite a few actors have played the character over the years but it will be the first time after death!

Prequels? 

21 minutes ago, jambodinho said:

That’s a shame. If Sam from pasture rates it then it must be decent. Got a roast booked in at pasture in a couple of weeks. Can’t wait.

littleFrench is my favourite restaurant in Bristol. Been 4 times. Love it in there. Enjoy. 

He does. Said the decor was lovely too, and the margaritas!

Best dishes at LF? I've heard good things about the chocolate mousse!

20 hours ago, jambodinho said:

How did Condesa go mate? 

Bloody babysitter cancelled last minute so didn't make it! I actually spoke to the owners of Pasture on Sunday though, and they went and said it was fantastic. So, I'm going to have to make an effort to go in the next couple of weeks.

17 hours ago, petehinton said:

Heading to TARE again next week for my 30th, any excuse!

Booked in for my first visit, also for my birthday, in May.

My first visit to Little French this evening. Have heard mixed things so we shall see how it goes....

5 minutes ago, Robbored said:

Was it? How do you know that?

A little birdie. 

One of those anonymous ones.

The same that told me Ashton was going to Ipswich before Steve Lansdown knew. 

3 minutes ago, Tomo said:

Interesting mate. If you are correct, I'm still not convinced that BT would be the source. 

If Ian has had previous knowledge of 'certain' inside information, it's more likely to come from someone lower down the chain imo...

Particularly if it was detailed info, it's unlikely to have come from Tinnion, who can only manage four of five words at a time. 

2 minutes ago, And Its Smith said:

Ian Gay’s 8 game comment could easily just be his opinion rather than something Tinnion has told him. The text didn’t say anything about sources and can be read as opinion if wished.  Think conclusions might have been jumped too here 

Either way, it's surely completely obvious that Manning does have 8 games to save his job?

8 hours ago, Robbored said:

If you remember after LJ was sacked it took Junior and Ashton literally weeks and weeks so-say doing interviews before appointing Dean Holden from in-house. SL obviously trusted them and had very little involvement.

As soon as DH was sacked SL got involved and appointed Nige on a short contract within 48 hrs.

Unsurprisingly I do remember it, yes. Whilst it's true they interviewed a bunch of candidates Ashton wasn't particularly impressed with like Cook and Hughton, ultimately it was SL that decided DH should be given a chance. 

Both Ashton and JL looked like a couple of hostages in that DH announcement presser on the pitch.