Broadcast Regulator Gifts

Man from 'National Viewers and Listeners Association sits at work boxes titled; 'Switch on' and 'Switch off'.

Late Stage Capitalism and the Biosphere Engage in Some Meaningful Dialogue...

The Solar System (after deregulation)

Royal Mail boss to become ITV boss.

The truth is, Congressman, we didn't know it was wrong to screw people.

"He's the chief watchdog, who watches over all the other watchdogs—but this must be his night off."

Moses holds up new federal regulation guidelines.

"Of course it's a stupid sign, but you wouldn't believe how much money it brings in for city hall!"

Bernard Madhoff $50-billion Ponzi financial scheme.

"Get up at 7; leave for school by 8; no video games until after homework is done -- how about some regulatory relief?"

Tempest in a Teapot

'I don't care if it's a little storage room for King Tut, you still need a building permit and contractor's license.'

"Don't worry! He's totally changed..."

An acceptable level of TV violence.

"People of Earth – can everyone see my screen?"

"Joe's cereal. NPR co-approved."

'I couldn't get Parliament to outlaw Lady Godiva, but they agreed to regulate her.'

Pulling The Economy Uphill

'I'm afraid this is going to lead to regulation of my invention.'

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"The cost of HS2 was 115 billion, but that was when we started the interview. It's 130 now!"

World Financial Mafia

'Cutting back to a single securities regulator is a good idea. After that, one more reduction and our troubles are over.'

"I'm afraid you neglected to submit the proper development permit application."

Stethoscope line.

'And then the bad man from the Securities and Exchange Commission and I'll huff, and I'll puff, and I'll blow your house down!'

'Hmmphhhh ... High on Life. Now that's something the government ought to regulate.'

Federal Guidelines

"See! Thousands of new listeners."

'Warren buffett invests only in things he understands...my view is that politicians should regulate only things they understand!'

Another Rogue Trader

The New Square Mile Regulator.

"That's the Ommbudsman."

"Three big corks? That's it?"

"Time! Ladies and gentlemen please, for yet another probe into the brewing industry"