CRAIG BROWN QUOTES II

English critic & satirist (1957- )

I think satire is at its best when it's taking on something that's really important, but doing it in a way that's funny and engaging.

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BBC Radio 4, 2016


I think satire is important because it helps us to see the world in a different way. It can challenge our assumptions and make us think more deeply about the issues that affect us all.

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The Guardian, 2019


I love the absurdity of everyday life. There's so much material there for a satirist.

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The Spectator, 2018


The best revenge is success. If you can show your enemies that you're doing well, they'll be forced to acknowledge your worth.

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The great thing about satire is that it can be both funny and serious at the same time.

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BBC Radio 4, 2019


Life is a series of disappointments, but it's also full of surprises. You never know what's around the corner.

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The Beatles were a force of nature, and their impact on music and popular culture can still be felt today. They were more than just a band -- they were a way of life.

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It's not enough to be clever. You have to be clever and kind.

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I've always thought that the key to a happy life is to have low expectations. That way, you're always pleasantly surprised.

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Daily Telegraph, November 16, 2015


Life is a series of small victories and big disappointments. But it's the small victories that keep us going.

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Daily Telegraph, August 14, 2017