Pointless is currently on the lookout for contestants to compete in the next series, and Mancs are being encouraged to give it a go.
The hit BBC One primetime gameshow – which is hosted by Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman, first aired all the way back in 2009, and is watched by millions of viewers each episode – has run for an impressive 27 series now, and has even produced a celebrity spinoff show too.
But now it’s back for another series that’s set to start filming this year, and the producers are looking for contestants to take part.
Unfamiliar with what Pointless is all about?
Most quiz shows are all about trying to get the most points, but on Pointless flips that on its head as contestants are instead tasked with trying to score as few points as possible by racking their brains to come up with answers that no one else can think of on a series of different general knowledge topics over four rounds.
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Pointless is currently on the lookout for contestants to compete in the next series / Credit: BBC
The contestants are asked the same questions that were previously asked of surveyed individuals, and the aim is to give the correct answers that were given least-frequently by the people surveyed.
If a contestant provides a correct answer that was not said by anyone in the survey, then this is known as a ‘pointless answer’, and money is added to the grand prize jackpot for the finalists to take home if they give a pointless answer in the last round.
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The news that producers are casting for a new series comes just days after Richard Osman announced that he would step down as co-presenter of the series to focus more on his writing career, and that rotating guest-presenters would take his place until a new permanent presenter is found, so it is highly likely that he will not be a part of this new series.
There has been no confirmations as to who will become guest presenters in his place at this time, however.
The hit BBC One primetime gameshow is hosted by Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman / Credit: BBC
Fancy grabbing a partner, brushing up on your general knowledge, and sticking an application in for the new series then? All you’ll need to do is fill out a couple of forms online that tell the show’s producers some information about yourself and why you’re keen to take part.
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You’ll need to be 18 years of age and a legal resident of the UK too.
The deadline for applications is 23 February 2023, so you’ve got plenty of time to find someone to take part with and get applying.
Tens of thousands queue for exclusive new Selfridges Jellycat toy
Daisy Jackson
Selfridges has today unveiled a brand-new, exclusive Jellycat toy – and it’s proving so popular an online queue has had to be put in place.
At the time of writing, a whopping 28,000 people are currently in a virtual queue to purchase the adorable new Jellycat character, with a wait time of more than an hour.
Today, Selfridges debuted a world-exclusive toy for the department store – a plushie version of its iconic yellow bag.
The Jellycat Amuseables toy comes in a soft yellow fabric, with the signature Jellycat smile, plus corded handles and legs.
And it does function as a miniature bag too, perfect for storing other pieces from your collection.
It’s been launched to celebrate a milestone 25 years of partnership between the two brands.
The Jellycat Amuseables Selfridges Bag. Credit: The Manc GroupThe Jellycat Amuseables Selfridges Bag. Credit: The Manc Group
The Selfridges x Jellycat exclusive retails at £48 – and its price has done absolutely nothing to deter people from shopping.
As well as being stocked online, the Selfridges bag soft toy is available in store in Exchange Square and at the Trafford Centre in Manchester, as well as in Birmingham and London.
Judd Crane, Selfridges Executive Director, Buying and Brand, said: “We are very proud to be part of Jellycat’s incredible story, as one of the brand’s first stockists, launching at Selfridges in 2000,” reports The Industry.Fashion.
The current queue on the Selfridges website for the Jellycat exclusive
“We have watched the Jellycat brand, and family, evolve as its loyal and inclusive community of fans and collectors continues to grow and grow. Twenty five years later, Jellycat is a firm favourite with our customers, who come to us for characters and experiences which make their day brighter.
“The Selfridges yellow bag is perhaps the most recognisable part of our brand personality, and we are excited be able to share it with Jellycat!”
You can pick up the Jellycat Amuseables Selfridges Bag in-store and online from today.
To celebrate 25 years of @Jellycat and @Selfridges, there’s a brand new character on the shelf and she’s beautiful 🥹💛 📍 Available now at both Selfridges Exchange Square and Trafford Centre #manchester#selfridges#jellycat#jellycatcollection#manc
There’s a FREE Children in Need event coming to MediaCityUK
Thomas Melia
An all-new and completely free to enjoy Children in Need event is making its way to MediaCityUK later this November, and it’s bringing along some iconic brands.
Everyone’s favourite yellow bear is returning to Manchester to take over MediaCityUK and rename it Pudsey’s Piazza for one night only.
Pudsey Bear is heading down to MediaCityUK and he’s bringing all the best activities, games, famous food, live music and more for four hours of FREE family-oriented fun.
You can expect to see Pudsey and the team alongside a whole host of celebrities, brand partners and lots of friends when Children in Need hosts its celebration later this November.
Some of the brands which have been announced include staple high street bakery Greggs, a collaboration between McDonald’s and its sports counterpart, Fun Football UK.
DJ AG is just one of the special guests preparing to take over MediaCityUK this November for Children in Need (Credit: Supplied)
Also joining the bill is viral TikTok potato-loving duo Spud Bros, who will be serving up their famed jacket potatoes with an array of fillings to choose from inside their recognisable big red van.
Greggs will be bringing a huge double-decker bus to Pudsey’s Piazza at MediaCityUK with treats on hand throughout this evening celebration, as well as interactive games for you to play.
You’ll also be able to catch a glimpse of a replica Red Arrows jet, which will be situated on the piazza all night long courtesy of aerial experts Royal Air Force.
If that wasn’t enough for you, your night will be soundtracked by the one and only viral nomad music maker DJ AG, who’ll be playing out tunes as part of a charity livestream at the bandstand.
MediaCityUK is the home of BBC Children in Need, so it’s only fitting that Pudsey would throw one of his biggest parties yet right here in Greater Manchester.
Pudsey and his friends are transforming MediaCityUK into Pudsey’s Piazza on Friday, 14 November from 4pm to 8pm, and they’re encouraging anyone to come along, especially since it’s FREE.
Emily Sergeant -
14th April 2022 
