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Raven Luni
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You probably have to be Scottish to get this one:
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SUMMARY
This discussion centers around Scottish humor, particularly focusing on the cultural significance of Buckfast, a tonic wine favored by the 'ned' subculture in Scotland. The term 'ned' refers to a stereotype of non-educated delinquents, akin to the English 'chav.' The conversation highlights a humorous song associated with drinking Buckfast, which reflects the cultural context of Scottish puns and humor. Participants express varying levels of understanding and appreciation for the humor, indicating its niche appeal.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of Scottish cultural references
- Familiarity with the concept of 'ned' subculture
- Knowledge of puns and their role in humor
- Awareness of Buckfast and its cultural implications
- Research the history and production of Buckfast tonic wine
- Explore the origins and implications of the 'ned' stereotype in Scotland
- Investigate the role of puns in Scottish comedy
- Learn about the cultural significance of football chants in Scotland
Anyone interested in Scottish culture, humor enthusiasts, sociologists studying subcultures, and those exploring the impact of stereotypes in comedy.
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and what is it that a Scottish person would "get" ?
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Raven Luni
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Buckfast (a wine tonic brewed by monks) is the drink of choice for the 'ned' subculture (a term originally coined by police to mean 'non-educated delinquent'). 'Ned culture' is so prominent that it not only is is it a massive stereotype, but also features in many comedy sketches. 'Bucky' plays a central role being their preferred choice of cheap booze.
The english equivalent is 'chav'
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ned_(Scottish)
The english equivalent is 'chav'
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ned_(Scottish)
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Ken Natton
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Right. Still missing the pun.
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Jimmy Snyder
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I got it right away and I'm not even Scottish.
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Evo
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I don't get it.
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berkeman
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When I saw the title of this thread, I thought "How can they limit to just one pun each day?"
Now I see how...
Now I see how...
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Jimmy
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I don't get it but perhaps the pun is contained in this little song:
I guess it's something football hooligans sing.
What do ye get when ye drink the wine?
A ten pound fine an'a year's probation,
A kick in the baws at the polis station.
AWWWwwwww, never drink the wine again!
AWWWwwwww, never drink the wine again!
A ten pound fine an'a year's probation,
A kick in the baws at the polis station.
AWWWwwwww, never drink the wine again!
AWWWwwwww, never drink the wine again!
I guess it's something football hooligans sing.
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Any pun that requires this much discussion is not a good pun 
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Jimmy
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Yeah, I had to google a bit to make any sense out of it and I could still be wrong. Some would say any pun is not a good pun. I rather like puns though.