The Steeple Times asks writer, broadcaster and entertainer Neil Hamilton: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”
The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force?
Christine.
“Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours?
If you say so dear.
The Steeple Times asks shipbroker Eugene Carokis: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”
The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force?
Gordon Gekko.
“Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours?
Don’t waste time being unhappy.
The Steeple Times asks milliner Laura Cathcart: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”
The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force?
“No woman is a success to herself”. I’ve paraphrased this from Graham Greene but I think the thought applies to both men and women. I like originality, and pushing my own creative boundaries, which is why I chose making wacky and quirky hats for myself and my friends rather than working in a Mayfair decorating firm.
The Steeple Times asks architectural antiques expert Jim Ruig: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”
The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force?
Design, travel and friends.
“Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours?
The best revenge is to have a fabulous life.
Kerry Katona was considered unacceptable in 2007. Who or what is unacceptable in 2013?
The current government in Australia and especially our left-wing Socialist friend Julia.
Tony Blair misses being Prime Minister. What do you miss most in your life?
I miss being a father and a provider.
What might you swap all your wealth for?
More time on this planet.
Donald Trump was once a case of: “If you owe the bank a thousand, they close you down; but if you owe the bank a billion, you own the bank”. What’s your view on the banking crisis?
All bankers are stewing in their own muck.
What phrase or word do you most loathe?
“Envy”.
In the UK, some people consider charity to “begin at home”. What’s your view and what causes do you personally support?
Too many people support charities for the wrong reasons. One must support a charity close to one’s heart rather than for superficial reasons.
The judge in Law Abiding Citizen states: “I can pretty much do whatever I want” before being blown up whilst answering her mobile phone. What’s your view on the appropriate use of such devices?
An unnecessary evil.
If you could fill a carriage on The Orient Express, who would be your fellow passengers?
Matthew Steeples, Julia Gillard, Carlos Santana, John Cleese, Sigmund Freud, Pablo Picasso, and my son, Morgan so that he can witness it all. It’d be nice also to have Ralph Lauren and Axel Vervoordt as that would be just perfect.
If you were unfortunate enough to end up on death row, what would be your last meal and where would you eat it?
I’d love a lamb shank on the Noosa Foreshore in Queensland. It’s a fabulous place and it would be divine.
What time is it acceptable to consume the first drink of the day?
Don’t be silly, alcohol doesn’t know what time it is.
A Negroni, a martini or a cup of tea?
I’d rather have a glass of good red wine.
Whose parties do you enjoy the most and why?
The ones thrown by fabulous people who are creative, funny and innovative.
Who is the most positive person you know?
My son.
What’s your most guilty pleasure?
Polo.
If a tattoo were to sum you up, what would it be of?
I have tattoos that date back some 25 years. The one that would sum me up would be of a Viking.
If you were a car, what marque would you be?
I would love to be an Aston Martin DB6.
Cilla Black presented Surprise, Surprise. Tell us the most surprising thing about you.
I am very romantic.
What’s currently sitting on your mantelpiece?
A photograph of my beautiful daughter, Camilla.
James “Jim” Ruig is the founder of the architectural business, The Salvage Company. Operating out of London, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Auckland and Hong Kong, Ruig sources reclaimed materials and antiques for commercial and residential clients.
For more information about The Salvage Company, go to: http://www.salvageeurope.co.uk
The Steeple Times asks artist Anna-Louise Felstead: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”
The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force?
My old headmaster Peter Pyemont once said in a Friday assembly: “The more you put into life, the more you get out of it”. I have lived by those words ever since.
“Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours?
Nietzsche, the German philosopher famously said: “That which does not kill us makes us stronger”.
The Steeple Times asks fashion entrepreneur Noelle Reno: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”
The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force?
The weather… Or Tolstoy.
“Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours?
Eleanor Roosevelt: “Women are like tea bags. You never know how strong they are until you put them in hot water”.
The Steeple Times asks actor Jack Shepherd (“Coronation Street’s” David Platt): “What’s on your mantelpiece?”
The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force?
Patience and optimism.
“Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours?
Fail to prepare, prepare to fail.
The Steeple Times asks “Made in Chelsea’s” Jane Felstead: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”
The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force?
My conscience.
“Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours?
Revenge is a dish best served cold. (more…)
The Steeple Times asks restaurateur Russell Norman: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”
The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force?
I am guided by the usual human forces, but my permanent motivation is work.
“Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours?
“Live as if you were to die tomorrow, but learn as if you were to live forever”. Also: “Don’t fuck it up”.
The Steeple Times asks classical singer Natalie Coyle: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”
The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force?
Passion. I’m driven and motivated by many things – the desire to succeed; live, love and laugh. I think it’s important to be passionate about everything you do.
“Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours?
At school, my favourite book was The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood. A phrase from that has always stuck with me – Nolite Te Bastardes Carborundorum (“Don’t Let the Bastards Get You Down”). This always motivates me to persevere and push through any negativity – so often encountered in the music industry.
Kerry Katona was considered unacceptable in 2007. Who or what is unacceptable in 2013?
People who have achieved a ‘celebrity’ status without any discernable talent.
Tony Blair misses being Prime Minister. What do you miss most in your life?
My fun filled university days at Sheffield, living with my closest girlfriends.
What might you swap all your wealth for?
I’ll let you know when I’m in a position to answer that! 😉
Donald Trump was once a case of: “If you owe the bank a thousand, they close you down; but if you owe the bank a billion, you own the bank”. What’s your view on the banking crisis?
It sucks. And I don’t “own the bank”.
What word of phrase do you most loathe?
I’m always running late & I hate being told to “hurry up”.
In the UK, some people consider charity to “begin at home”. What’s your view and what causes do you personally support?
I believe it’s important to work with charities where you can contribute and make a personal difference. I have performed for The Prince’s Trust charity on numerous occasions and regularly perform to the patients at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital.
The judge in Law Abiding Citizen states: “I can pretty much do whatever I want” before being blown up whilst answering her mobile phone. What’s your view on the appropriate use of such devices?
I’m an iPhone addict – happy & proud to admit it. I also don’t drive so that’s not so much of a problem.
If you could fill a carriage on The Orient Express, who would be your fellow passengers?
Friends, family… and Frank (Sinatra, that is).
If you were unfortunate enough to end up on death row, what would be your last meal and where would you eat it?
Steak and chips. Maybe a Daim bar for dessert.
What time is it acceptable to consume the first drink of the day?
I didn’t know there was an unacceptable time.
A Negroni, a martini or a cup of tea?
I’d love to say a vodka martini. But in reality, as a singer, it’s more likely to be tea.
Whose parties do you enjoy the most and why?
My boyfriend, Zafar Rushdie, runs a PR company (Rushdie Media) and they throw a lot of really fun parties for some great brands. There’s always a really fun mixture of people… and they work with great caterers.
Who is the most positive person you know?
Zafar is irritatingly optimistic at times – although he labels it ‘optimistic realism’. My mother is also a very positive influence on me (if that counts).
What’s your most guilty pleasure?
The Mail Online website and eating M&M’s in bed.
If a tattoo were to sum you up, what would it be of?
I’m not really a fan of tattoos.
If you were a car, what marque would you be?
A “Dolly car” (Citroën 2CV). Some of my earliest memories were in one of these driving to school with my mum.
Cilla Black presented Surprise, Surprise. Tell us the most surprising thing about you.
People are always surprised to hear I’m a classical singer.
What’s currently sitting on your mantelpiece?
My TV.
Natalie is a classically trained soprano who has sung with the likes of Susan Boyle, Il Divo, Blake, Andrea Bocelli and Katherine Jenkins.
View Natalie Coyle’s website at: http://www.nataliecoyle.com
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