taraIrish comic Tara Flynn’ in her You Tube video as  Kinsale landlady Máire Uí Bean in today’s Guardian:

“Has anyone ever called you an ignorant, bigoted old bitch,” asks the genial spoof interviewer. “I’d like to see them try with a mouthful of award-winning breakfast,” comes the blithe reply.

Does the comedy approach work? Certainly the issue is being discussed on Tara’s blog, in newspapers, on the radio and on YouTube. Posted last Monday; viewed by 94,000. More than one way to raise a voice.

 

 

Sometimes it’s best to just laugh at bigots (Hugh Muir, Guardian)

Previously: Tara Flynn on Racism

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Forget the fact that it’s Monday morning. Instead, concentrate on the ear-oscillating, chop-wobbling joyride action of Odin and friends.

Related: Dogs Sticking Their Heads Out Of Car Windows In Slow-Motion To The Theme From The O.C.

Five Minutes Of Dogs Sticking Their Heads Out Car Windows

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il_570xN.355314312_lhyp il_570xN.355319973_syzy il_570xN.355314866_i3wpThe Frame Handle, originally launched on Kickstarter and now available to buy for €27.72, is a simple, nifty and ergonomic way to heft your bike. Etsy seller Walnut Studio sez:

Most riders pick up their bike by the top tube, which requires you to bend your elbow at an uncomfortable angle. This causes strain on your elbow and shoulder and makes carrying your bike any distance feel awkward. Because it’s easier to lift a bike with the Frame Handle, you’re more in control when walking up stairs or in a crowded setting. The Frame Handle has two adjustable buckles. One that wraps around the down-tube and one around the seat-tube. It can be mounted above the derailleur and below most water bottle cages.

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