I join with Ruskie in thanking Diana for what she has said. It's always great to have your input, Diana! I think we are privileged that you join us here in discussion - the researchers in other countries don't seem to do this.
Went looking at the Bruce Forsyth thread after what Ruskie said. A lot of it goes back to 2010 when the episode was first screened in Britain, and a lot of the posts are just "I don't like Bruce Forsyth", "I don't either", etc etc. So I think our thread isn't doing too badly!
I WAS intrigued, though, Ruskie, to read what you mentioned - that the ancestor was an even worse womaniser than the episode made him out to be, and even worse, an abandoner of his partners and children.
Diana, I'm delighted to know that Kerry O'Brien is moving on with his family research - I'm sure that there is indeed a book in all of it!
Like Ruskie, I enjoyed all the episodes, but like someone else (I think it was Majm), my favourite was Michael O'Loughlin's because of all the poignant social history it brought to light - things that all Australians should know. It was a beautifully filmed and researched episode! And because he came across as such a delightful human being. I'm sure if people in the UK can see these episodes, they will enjoy them.
All in all, well done, Diana and team, and I can't wait for the next series!
MarieC
