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Martin Brophy
Jan 22, 20242 min read
Artificial intelligence (AI) - Why I won't be using AI tools for writing blog posts
I originally wrote this blog post for my everythingelse.blog website. However, the same message applies for my Magic Seats website and I...
Martin Brophy
Nov 26, 20231 min read
New -Non magic content has a new home
Earlier this year, Magic Seats started posting some non magic content as an experiment. An opportunity to write content beyond magic....
Martin Brophy
Nov 25, 20231 min read
Deal or No Deal with Stephen Mulhern
Magician and TV presenter Stephen Mulhern has taken over the reigns of the tv quiz show. Originally on channel 4 with Noel Edmond's, the...
Martin Brophy
Nov 18, 20234 min read
McDonalds - what is going on?
McDonald's is one of the most famous brands in the world. So well known, most of us can make order choices without reference to any...
Martin Brophy
Nov 2, 20233 min read
You Tube Travel Vlogs
You Tube is of course a very popular channel for creators, with a wide variety of programming available. While I course love watching...
Martin Brophy
Oct 29, 20232 min read
Tintin Hardback Book Collection
This year I started to collect the Tintin range of books. Like many, I have fond memories of these books as a child and I was keen to own...
Martin Brophy
Oct 20, 20231 min read
Sky Cinema Customers: Free Vue Cinema Tickets
If you are a Sky TV customer who is subscribed to Sky Cinema, you can claim two Vue cinema tickets each month from October 23. To claim,...
Martin Brophy
Oct 6, 20231 min read
Echo Dot 5 Deal On Amazon UK
During the Summer I ordered an Exho Dot 5 while on a special offer of £21.99 and wrote up a review here. Well the good news is that the...
Martin Brophy
Sep 22, 20233 min read
Neighbours 2023 Season: My First Thoughts (Spoiler free)
At last, we have new episodes of Neighbour's - the popular show that should have never been rested! Last year when the news broke of a...
Martin Brophy
Sep 16, 20232 min read
Neighbours: A new chapter - How do I watch?
The day has nearly come at last for the iconic TV show "Neighbours" to return to TV after what feels like an eternity. Like many, I find...
Martin Brophy
Aug 19, 20233 min read
Restaurant Review: "On The Rocks" - Rugby
For those in the Midlands and near Rugby, we have an excellent meat restaurant called "On The Rocks" which references the heated lava...
Martin Brophy
Aug 19, 20232 min read
Northampton Balloon Festival 2023 Review
I came across this festival by accident. The Northamptonshire Magic Club were advertising on their Facebook page that they were attending...
Martin Brophy
Aug 19, 20235 min read
Customer Service - "Getting it right first time?"
Within the last year, I have experienced many different levels of customer service. Having worked in customer service and management...
Martin Brophy
Aug 10, 20233 min read
Pocketeers and Game & Watch Flashback
While clearing out drawers at home, it is always interesting what you find. As a child, I remember playing with friends and sharing...
Martin Brophy
Aug 7, 20233 min read
Trade Centre UK - Coventry Branch (Review)
My family and I were recently looking at swapping our car for a different model. Trade centre UK have 5 branches that are located...
Martin Brophy
Jul 29, 20233 min read
“Tapitag” NFC Contact Sharing Review
As I like attending shows and conventions, it historically made sense to have business cards. Business cards have many advantages,...
Martin Brophy
Jul 27, 20233 min read
Free UK TV Streaming Services
In the UK we are spoilt for choice when it comes to streaming services. It all started with BBC iPlayer (free) and Netflix (paid) before...
Martin Brophy
Jul 22, 20232 min read
“Photo Room” App Review
As a website owner, I have an interest in photo and design apps. Over the last couple of years I have been a regular "Canva" app user, to...
Martin Brophy
Jul 19, 20231 min read
Free Apple TV+ For PS4 & 5 Users
If you are a playstation subscriber, a new offer has been announced if you are quick to act. Playstation PS5 users can grab 6 months of...
Martin Brophy
Jul 15, 20232 min read
New Page - “Non Magic Content”
While I love writing about and reviewing magic, of late I have felt that I have missed opportunities to share posts about other subjects...
Martin Brophy
Jul 15, 20237 min read
Apple Music Vs Spotify Review
I love streaming music and I have subscribed to the Apple Music streaming service since 2016. Subscribing to the family plan and very...
Martin Brophy
Jul 14, 20233 min read
“Texas” Coventry Gig Review - 10-Jul-2023
Having been a fan of Texas since the "Black Eyed Boy" album in the mid nineties, I finally got to see a Texas gig last year in Leicester...
Martin Brophy
Jul 14, 20234 min read
Echo Dot - Gen 5 Review
My family now have about four Amazon Echo dots positioned around the house. A useful device and we have a mixture of the generations that...
Martin Brophy
Jul 14, 20234 min read
“The Doctor Will See You Now” UK Tour - Alan Fletcher (Dr Karl)
Okay, I admit it, I am a "Neighbours" fan! I originally had tickets to attend the "Neighbours Celebration" tour in March this year at...
Martin Brophy
Jul 7, 20233 min read
UPDATE July 23 - Rubik’s Cube Solving & Practice
UPDATE - Back in mid April I posted about my Rubik's cube solving attempt and learnings. I have been practising everyday and I can...
Martin Brophy
Jun 25, 20234 min read
VIP Theatre/Event Packages - Are they worth it?
Love them or hate them, many theatres and events are now offering meet and greet packages, offering you the chance to meet your favourite...
Martin Brophy
Jun 10, 20234 min read
Collecting Autographs - My Learnings
I enjoy gaining signed memorabilia from magicians. Signed posters and playing cards being a particular highlight. I know that I am not...
Martin Brophy
Apr 30, 20233 min read
Selfish Audience Behaviours
As any regular reader will know, I do like to write up reviews of the shows that I attend. I thought hard before pressing publish on this...
Martin Brophy
Apr 22, 20232 min read
Rubik’s Cube Solving & Practice
I have to say that I am extremely bored of Rubik's cube magic. I can't help but want to fall asleep most times when I see the same old...
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