Mark Allardyce on 02/11/2023

The Entertainment Sector's Next Big Thrills Unveiled !

Hold on tight, folks! We're taking you on an exhilarating journey through the entertainment world, where groundbreaking opportunities are about to shake the industry to its core. From hidden talents to mind-blowing encounters, get ready for the hottest trends that will leave you craving more!

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The Entertainment Sector's Next Big Thrills Unveiled !
Mark Allardyce on 10/05/2022

Navigating the Murky Waters of Entertainment and Online Banking

In the world of emerging economic solutions, securing funding for new projects can be a daunting challenge, particularly in industries rife with cutthroat practices and murky waters. As someone who has advocated for data privacy and control for the benefit of individuals over big tech, I have experienced both the costs and blessings of my endeavours. Along this journey, I have recently encountered two sectors that have left me astounded by their unique blend of excitement, and ruthless practices.

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Navigating the Murky Waters of Entertainment and Online Banking
Mark Allardyce on 02/14/2022

A Tale of Resilience

Prepare to be captivated by a story that has more twists and turns than a rollercoaster ride. It's a heart-wrenching tale of betrayal, financial ruin, and the indomitable spirit required to stage a jaw-dropping comeback. Brace yourselves as we delve into the extraordinary journey of one resilient individual.

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A Tale of Resilience
Mark Allardyce on 12/14/2021

Leathers and Feathers

As a kid in Salford life was great, but at times it could be tough. Not tough like the girly stories you hear from working class heroes. Proper tough. And it didn’t help when your parents dropped you in it with your mates. Your mates were without doubt the toughest audience of all.

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Leathers and Feathers
Mark Allardyce on 02/14/2021

Unraveling the Dark Side of Covid, Vaccines, and the Puzzling Truth

In the hushed corners of the world, whispers echo of a sinister plot lurking behind the global pandemic that has gripped our lives for far too long. Beyond the headlines, there exists a world of conjecture, where theories weave a tapestry of fear and suspicion. Today, we embark on a journey to explore the hidden realms of Covid, the enigmatic vaccines, and the unsettling tales that encircle them. Brace yourself for an expedition into the depths of conspiracy theories, sudden ailments, and the voices that question everything we thought we knew.

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Unraveling the Dark Side of Covid, Vaccines, and the Puzzling Truth
Mark Allardyce on 12/14/2020

Steam Trips and Whistles

My Dad was a barber and always had Wednesday afternoons off. He was born in a place called Droylesden, out to the east of Manchester, close to something I never really got to see much - countryside.

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Steam Trips and Whistles
Rising Above Adversity - The Power of Love and Support
Mark Allardyce on 10/14/2019

Billy the Bully

Billy the bully. A total nutter. Dressed like the scruffy kid from the movie Kes.

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Billy the Bully
Mark Allardyce on 05/14/2019

The Thrilling Ups and Downs of Startups

In the world of startups, there exists a tale of struggle, hardship, failure, and success. It's a journey that encompasses the full spectrum of emotions and experiences. From performing for food to sleeping under desks, from facing adversity to celebrating outrageous success, the path of an entrepreneur is filled with twists and turns. In this article, we'll explore the remarkable journey of making change happen and the invaluable lessons it imparts.

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The Thrilling Ups and Downs of Startups
Mark Allardyce on 07/05/2018

Things Are Not Always What They Seem

A cameraman friend of mine, Gabe, received a call from an old friend of his, Blake, who needed a favour. He was having some issues with his website and development team. He wanted to meet to discuss matters more fully.

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Things Are Not Always What They Seem
Mark Allardyce on 06/25/2016

Be Careful What You Wish For

Euro Article Be careful what you wish for, you just might get it. I wrote an article in February this year titled ‘where have all the heroes gone’ hoping for Britain to be brave and believe in itself. I was as surprised as everyone when last week we did exactly that.

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Be Careful What You Wish For
Mark Allardyce on 02/19/2016

Where have all the heroes gone? UK referendum on Europe, will tech opportunities be in or out?

Euro Article In light of the upcoming referendum, I recently briefed my US colleagues on the situation as I see it and, amid the coming noise, were there tech opportunities?I have always believed that Europe’s strength lay in its diversity, its competitiveness, its friendly rivalry, its cooperation, copying the best practices of neighbours, its independent pride and patriotism. It’s not news that, generally, most Brit’s have a sweeping disregard for politicians. None more so than the power hungry expense cheating Mandarins of Brussels. How can it be just, that such ‘suits’ fairly control the affairs of a variety of sovereign states from afar. History shows us that they clearly can’t. Just look at Greece, the founders of democracy, the home of heroes like Hercules and Achilles, currently being bullied by bureaucrats from Brussels. These EU megalomaniacs are removing all parliamentary self rule from the birthplace of democracy. We watched as those power crazed Eurocrats…

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Where have all the heroes gone? UK referendum on Europe, will tech opportunities be in or out?
Mark Allardyce on 03/31/2014

Watch the Watchers

Security Article Imagine that someone was watching you, eavesdropping on your entire family, all of their emails, texts, thoughts, ideas, photographs and listening into every phone call. Imagine how you’d feel. Imagine that if, after challenging them, they managed to bully you and bully your loved ones, because they were bigger, smarter, richer, more articulate, more powerful, more popular. Angry?

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Watch the Watchers
Mark Allardyce on 02/05/2010

Being Direct Sometimes Pays Off

Just after nearly losing my shirt in the financial collapse, sparked by Lehman Brothers, I was the subject of much harassment for payment of all manner of outstanding bills. Massive bills in many instances. The worst by far being the persistent, pestering of collectors.

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Being Direct Sometimes Pays Off
Mark Allardyce on 10/01/2009

Inspired

So there we were, 6 men in an oak panelled boardroom, sat around an enormous mahogany table, staring in disbelief at each other and a speakerphone.

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Inspired
Mark Allardyce on 11/15/2008

Spotting Clowns

For a while I worked at a University, in the Computer Laboratory. The Uni had a brilliant but totally accident-prone Safety Officer.

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Spotting Clowns
Strengths & Weaknesses
Mark Allardyce on 05/05/2008

What Goes On In Vegas

I left the Rev and my adopted and super LDS family to fly to meet an old friend ‘Big Geoff’ in Vegas. He was a big man in stature as well as personality. He was well known in Vegas, I guess a smaller high roller. But the management loved him.

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What Goes On In Vegas
Mark Allardyce on 05/05/2007

Wipe Your Mouth

One of my old business partners, ‘The Reverend’ was a very senior Mormon.

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Wipe Your Mouth