Jo Brand gets moving for Macmillan

Posted by on Oct 11, 2011 in Blog, Sponsored Post, UnrulyMedia | 4 comments Britain’s best loved comedienne Jo Brand is the force behind Macmillan’s Move More campaign which urges cancer patients to take a brisk walk or short jog to aid their recovery. So often we walk to raise funds for cancer research, but if you watch the video, you will learn why keeping active is so important for cancer sufferers too. Jo tells us not to be put off by her portly...
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The Mumsnet Rules

Posted by on Jun 6, 2011 in Blog, Sponsored Post, UnrulyMedia | 2 comments I wish Mumsnet had been around when I agonised over bringing up my kids. The best part is knowing you are never alone with problems, that a national – and international – community of mums are online for a chat. Their pearly words of wisdom are now available in a new book, The Mumsnet Rules, by Natasha Joffe and Justine Roberts, and published today by Bloomsbury. It’s a...
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First-past-the-post and AV

Posted by on Apr 26, 2011 in Blog, Sponsored Post, UnrulyMedia | 1 comment My 18-year-old son gets to vote for the first time next month on how our future MPs should be elected. This Conservative Party video – which supports retaining the present first-past-the-post system – uses the analogy of an AV sports day to demonstrate what can happen if the alternative method is adopted; how coming third means you can end up the winner. No voting system is perfect,...
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The Co-operative revolution – rebranded

Posted by on Mar 29, 2011 in Blog, Sponsored Post | 4 comments I had no idea that the Co-operative group had such a strong social conscience and forged so many varied community links until I researched this post to promote their rebranding, The co-operative good for everyone. Pitching themselves as an organisation proudly formed in 1844 by Rochdale Pioneers, “revolutionaries who changed the world“, they have maintained their founding ethos, which is its...
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Jimmy Choo Fragrance

Posted by on Mar 10, 2011 in Blog, Sponsored Post | 3 comments While Jimmy Choo shoes are favoured by our glamorous stars, and, a dream for many lesser mortals like myself, it is possible to now own one of their other branded items – a new affordable perfume which is receiving praise and recognition from its users.. Wearing perfume is perhaps something we take for granted. I remember reading a year ago that the last university in the UK offering...
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What makes women tick?

Posted by on Mar 5, 2011 in Blog, Sponsored Post | 7 comments In the build up to 100th anniversary of International Women’s Day next Tuesday, this “lippy” video asks celebrities Joanna Lumley, Kathy Burke, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Beverley Knight, Annie Mac and Miranda Richardson what they believe is the best and worst thing about being a woman. You will have to play it to discover their answers. How about you? What I like most is my role...
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Will you donate your excess body fat to the Klaxon Institute?

Posted by on Jan 19, 2011 in Blog, Sponsored Post, UnrulyMedia | 5 comments Those of us who would like to shed few pounds can donate our unwanted flab to the Klaxon Institute in Harley Street where a revolutionary reverse liposuction technique has been devised to help save the world’s starving people in the third world by injecting it into their bodies. The video shows how they are able to live off other people’s fat for months at a time without having to...
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Share the Joy

Posted by on Dec 19, 2010 in Blog, sponsored post, UnrulyMedia | 5 comments I wish I had seen this festive video before I did my Christmas shop at the Body Shop last week. By playing it, you will be able to click on the video which will take you to their Facebook site where you can download a 30% discount voucher. Also, why not play it and see if you recognise any familiar faces, why not Share the Joy...
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Congratulations first direct

Posted by on Dec 13, 2010 in Blog, Sponsored Post, UnrulyMedia | 2 comments Congratulations to the internet bank first direct for topping the 2010 Which? table for providing the best customer service out of 75 big household names, including John Lewis, Boots and House of Fraser. I linked to first direct a couple of months ago when they highlighted their Buddy app and spoof videos to demonstrate how they go the extra mile to help customers. The bank has now been rewarded...
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Trying the new Nescafe Dolce Gusto

Posted by on Nov 18, 2010 in Blog, Sponsored Post, UnrulyMedia | 7 comments Nescafe is confidently taking on the Italians as King of Coffee with its new stylish coffee making machine, the Nescafe Dolce Gusto, and its mouth watering collection of recipes, including the scrummy sounding, waist expanding Chocolate Butterscotch Latte Macchiato – what a mouthful, literally! I know just the person who might like one of these neat coffee machines for a Christmas...
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No 7′s Xmas party make-up tips

Posted by on Nov 11, 2010 in Sponsored Post, UnrulyMedia | 10 comments I’m a Boots No 7 serum devotee and have just caught up with this video demonstrating how their make-up should be applied to create three different looks for the party season. It’s easy to get stuck in a rut using the same colours, so why not try something different for a change – be bold and go for the glitter...
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If you hear domestic violence, please call 999

Posted by on Nov 10, 2010 in Sponsored Post, UnrulyMedia | 2 comments This chilling video released by the Met Police to highlight domestic violence sent shivers down my spine. There are no blood curdling images, just the sound of escalating raised voices and thumps being rained on the innocent victim; it is left to your imagination to visualise the unbearable pain and injuries inflicted. It really is too awful for words. It’s so easy to ignore signs of...
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If you need a helping hand, try a First Direct Buddy

Posted by on Oct 19, 2010 in Sponsored Post, updates | 1 comment First Direct demonstrates its close customer service both inside and outside its bank with the launch of an exciting new Buddy app. You can learn about it in this fun viral video where their specially trained staff are keen to show  they will go the extra mile for anyone who needs a helping hand, that their bank delivers a very personal service in today’s technological era. You first saw...
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Did you meet the underground strike buddies in Covent Garden?

Posted by on Oct 9, 2010 in Sponsored Post, UnrulyMedia, updates | 3 comments Who brightened up the day for frustrated London commuters when they faced more chaos and severe disruption caused by the latest underground strike action? Were you one of the commuters in Covent Garden cheered up by a random act of kindness from a mystery team of buddies? Just check these videos to see if you can identify which company sprang into action to live up to its name – from...
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Dating 2.0, create your perfect man

Posted by on Oct 7, 2010 in Sponsored Post | 12 comments Hand picking the perfect man, bit by bit. This video should put a smile on your face Why not use one the social network tabs and share this with your friends too, put a smile on their face as well ...
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Australia’s $100,000 blogger shopper search

Posted by on Oct 4, 2010 in Sponsored Post | 1 comment The countdown begins to discovering who is Australia’s savviest blogger shopper. It’s the job in a lifetime everyone is talking about down under – and its astounding salary of $100,000! I’m looking forward to finding out which lucky woman with a passion for fashion and shopping has landed this dream job with the Westfield Shopping Centre. Please forward this link to your...
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What will you leave children?

Posted by on Sep 30, 2010 in Sponsored Post | 4 comments The unconditional love of a mother, the trust of young children and joy of being with a family, is heart rending in this 40 second NSPCC video. Sadly, it’s not something all children experience. This evocative NSPCC campaign reminds us that children are our future, and asks, “what will you leave the children in your life?” It is seeking support, a gift in your will, to...
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