Available For Panto http://www.availableforpanto.com/ Shiny Media's blog dedicated to Big Brother 8 (and, gradually, Reality TV in general). All the news, gossip, controversy and downright spitefulness from the infamous BB house. In association with Virgin Games. en January 28, 2009 3:48 PM available_for_pantohttp://feedburner.google.com Please update your RSS subscription http://www.availableforpanto.com/2009/01/switch_your_rss.html Hi there, if you're still subscribing to us you need to switch to TV Scoop's feed, which will bring you all the TV news and reviews your heart could desire! See you there!... Hi there, if you're still subscribing to us you need to switch to TV Scoop's feed, which will bring you all the TV news and reviews your heart could desire! See you there!... January 28, 2009 3:48 PM Available For Panto is moving to TV Scoop http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/08/available_for_panto_is_moving.html Exciting news! Available for Panto has a new home. From now on, you'll be able to get your regular sarcastic reality telly news over here on our sister site TV Scoop. ]]> Exciting news! Available for Panto has a new home. From now on, you'll be able to get your regular sarcastic reality telly news over here on our sister site TV Scoop. ]]> Available For Panto August 1, 2008 10:00 AM Panto Poll: Who do you want out tomorrow? http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/panto_poll_who_do_you_want_out_1.html Well my friends, we have passed the half-way mark. The housemates are tired. The viewers are tired. Everyone's lost their buddies, their faith in each other, and their mojo. Will Big Brother be brave enough to evict everyone but Darnell? Who they then leave alone in the house, with the cameras rolling 24/7 until September? Sadly, probably not. ]]> Well my friends, we have passed the half-way mark. The housemates are tired. The viewers are tired. Everyone's lost their buddies, their faith in each other, and their mojo. Will Big Brother be brave enough to evict everyone but Darnell? Who they then leave alone in the house, with the cameras rolling 24/7 until September? Sadly, probably not. ]]> Big Brother Daily Poll Housemates July 31, 2008 4:04 PM Product news: Jade's odours, Jordan's bed and that Indie band from Dragon's Den http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/product_news_jades_odours_jord.html It makes you wonder how many smells this woman is capable of generating. Jade Goody has launched yet another 'scent', the unromantically-named "Controversial". She can't spell her own smell.]]> It makes you wonder how many smells this woman is capable of generating. Jade Goody has launched yet another 'scent', the unromantically-named "Controversial". She can't spell her own smell.]]> Big Brother Jordan and Peter Reality TV In The Tabloids Where Are They Now? July 31, 2008 2:00 PM Big Brother's Little Brother: Cheeky Girls mum Margit http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/big_brothers_little_brother_ch.html We're not crazy about George "the" Lamb here at Panto, but we do rather like Margit, the Cheeky Girls' mum. So we hope you'll enjoy seeing how accurate (or otherwise) her 'psychic predictions' about the house were... We're not crazy about George "the" Lamb here at Panto, but we do rather like Margit, the Cheeky Girls' mum. So we hope you'll enjoy seeing how accurate (or otherwise) her 'psychic predictions' about the house were... Big Brother Big Brother's Little Brother Video Clips July 31, 2008 12:00 PM Big Brother: Maysoon quits! http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/big_brother_maysoon_quits.html The question on all our lips is.... will anyone notice? Model Maysoon has walked out after a day of complaining she wasn't having fun. ]]> The question on all our lips is.... will anyone notice? Model Maysoon has walked out after a day of complaining she wasn't having fun. ]]> Big Brother Fight of the week Housemates Latest News Video Clips July 31, 2008 10:00 AM Shit Lookalikes: Preston and a Victorian bather http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/shit_lookalikes_preston_and_a.html bath.jpg
Does this man's self-belief know no limits? Ordinary Boys frontman and Chantelle divorcee Preston has stepped out in what appears to be a gentleman's bathing suit from the late 1800s. Alas, on this picture we can't see how far the costume extends, but I'm assuming it's a full 'one piece' with skin-tight legs.]]> bath.jpg
Does this man's self-belief know no limits? Ordinary Boys frontman and Chantelle divorcee Preston has stepped out in what appears to be a gentleman's bathing suit from the late 1800s. Alas, on this picture we can't see how far the costume extends, but I'm assuming it's a full 'one piece' with skin-tight legs.]]> Big Brother Life after Big Brother Shit Lookalikes Where Are They Now? July 30, 2008 3:00 PM Big Brother: Who's up for eviction? http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/big_brother_whos_up_for_evicti.html Well, who do you reckon? Come on, then...]]> Well, who do you reckon? Come on, then...]]> Big Brother Get Them Out! July 30, 2008 1:00 PM Big Brother: Is Darnell really losing it? http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/big_brother_is_darnell_really.html Statistically, it was only a matter of time before one of the housemates in one of the world's Big Brother houses murdered someone under the bedclothes. Or burst into the bedroom wearing a giant iron man costume they'd been working on in the shower, guns blazing. Or, in this case, went a bit mad. ]]> Statistically, it was only a matter of time before one of the housemates in one of the world's Big Brother houses murdered someone under the bedclothes. Or burst into the bedroom wearing a giant iron man costume they'd been working on in the shower, guns blazing. Or, in this case, went a bit mad. ]]> BB In The Tabloids Big Brother July 30, 2008 11:00 AM Reality TV links: George Galloway's soul, American Idol in trouble, Canadian Marias http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/reality_tv_links_george_gallow.html The Observer had a whole reality tv special in its magazine at the weekend. While we might not want to think about George Galloway's body and soul too much since that robot-dancing clip, the top ten reality telly earners and guide to surviving Big Brother make entertaining reading.]]> The Observer had a whole reality tv special in its magazine at the weekend. While we might not want to think about George Galloway's body and soul too much since that robot-dancing clip, the top ten reality telly earners and guide to surviving Big Brother make entertaining reading.]]> American Idol Big Brother How do you solve a problem like maria Life after Big Brother US reality shows Where Are They Now? July 30, 2008 9:00 AM Big Brother - Keith Lemon's opinions! http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/big_brother_keith_lemons_opini.html Ah, it's always good to hear Big Brother opinions from someone who's clearly never watched the show, but Keith Lemon claims to have been revising for when he has to present "Big Brother's Mouth". ]]> Ah, it's always good to hear Big Brother opinions from someone who's clearly never watched the show, but Keith Lemon claims to have been revising for when he has to present "Big Brother's Mouth". ]]> Big Brother Housemates Video Clips July 29, 2008 4:00 PM Big Brother: new bullying claims - and time Rex left? http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/big_brother_new_bullying_claim.html I have an exciting new bullying row for you. Rachel broke down in tears last night after housemates, led by Rex, laid into her.]]> I have an exciting new bullying row for you. Rachel broke down in tears last night after housemates, led by Rex, laid into her.]]> BB In The Tabloids Big Brother Get Them Out! Housemates Latest News July 29, 2008 2:00 PM Reality TV news: Jodie's French, Hurley's farm, Kerry's pay-out, baby borrowing http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/reality_tv_news_jodies_french.html One hopes this airbrushorific shot of Jodie as Marie Antoinette is just the first of many ways she intends to emulate the decapitated revolutionary French Queen. ]]> One hopes this airbrushorific shot of Jodie as Marie Antoinette is just the first of many ways she intends to emulate the decapitated revolutionary French Queen. ]]> Coming Soon Latest News Reality TV In The Tabloids US reality shows Where Are They Now? July 29, 2008 12:00 PM I'd Do Anything Samantha lands lead role in Cabaret http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/id_do_anything_samantha_lands.html We've been wondering what Sam's up to these days. Easily one of the best Nancys, but with a slightly creepy Manx following, we were worried she might be dressed in feathers and trapped in a golden cage suspended from the highest yard arm on the Isle of Man.]]> We've been wondering what Sam's up to these days. Easily one of the best Nancys, but with a slightly creepy Manx following, we were worried she might be dressed in feathers and trapped in a golden cage suspended from the highest yard arm on the Isle of Man.]]> I'd Do Anything Where Are They Now? July 29, 2008 10:00 AM Reality TV round-up: Lembit Opik's heartbreak, Gordon's close shave, cooking Kittens, Ross's 'Appwentice' http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/reality_tv_roundup_lembit_opik.html The Lembit/Cheeky crisis continues, with rumours that he wants his House of Commons pass back, and Cheeky Mum Margit is still smarting after he proposed without asking her permission (it's the Estonian way).]]> The Lembit/Cheeky crisis continues, with rumours that he wants his House of Commons pass back, and Cheeky Mum Margit is still smarting after he proposed without asking her permission (it's the Estonian way).]]> Latest News Reality TV In The Tabloids The Apprentice Where Are They Now? July 28, 2008 4:00 PM Big Brother: Sally Morgan's psychic readings http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/big_brother_sally_morgans_psyc.html What do you make of this? Psychic to the stars Sally Morgan fondles a pair of long johns and decides that the person in question has a problem with body odour,]]> What do you make of this? Psychic to the stars Sally Morgan fondles a pair of long johns and decides that the person in question has a problem with body odour,]]> Big Brother July 28, 2008 2:00 PM Big Brother: Rachel's audition tape shocks Angels http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/big_brother_rachels_audition_t.html Big Brother played the Hell housemates' audition clips to the Heaven team last night, and shocked them all with her, um, outrageous antics. For some reason the lads all took a shine to her. Mo said: "I like that Rachel." Mikey called her "a real sexpot", and Rex noted that "She was shaking her hair, pushed her boobs up then turned around and got her bum out." ]]> Big Brother played the Hell housemates' audition clips to the Heaven team last night, and shocked them all with her, um, outrageous antics. For some reason the lads all took a shine to her. Mo said: "I like that Rachel." Mikey called her "a real sexpot", and Rex noted that "She was shaking her hair, pushed her boobs up then turned around and got her bum out." ]]> Auditions Big Brother Housemates Video Clips July 28, 2008 12:00 PM Britain's Got Talent - Snooker dog Blue dies http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/britains_got_talent_snooker_do.html I'm not mourning this one on my own, I'm dragging you lot down with me. I'm afraid poor old Blue is no longer with us. He has been accidentally killed by his owner. ]]> I'm not mourning this one on my own, I'm dragging you lot down with me. I'm afraid poor old Blue is no longer with us. He has been accidentally killed by his owner. ]]> Britain's Got Talent Video Clips Where Are They Now? July 28, 2008 10:00 AM Big Brother news: Bex snogs Mo, truth or dare, Mario's delusions http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/big_brother_news_bex_snogs_mo.html So Luke's down in the dumps after Bex snogged Mohamed! The plot thickens, but she sure can pick 'em...]]> So Luke's down in the dumps after Bex snogged Mohamed! The plot thickens, but she sure can pick 'em...]]> Housemates Latest News Life after Big Brother Where Are They Now? July 25, 2008 4:00 PM Big Brother Luke had never kissed girlfriend http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/big_brother_luke_had_never_kis.html Yes, according to tabloid reports, a 'heart-to-heart that was not shown on TV' took place, where Luke told Bex his girlfriend of six months had never let him kiss her.]]> Yes, according to tabloid reports, a 'heart-to-heart that was not shown on TV' took place, where Luke told Bex his girlfriend of six months had never let him kiss her.]]> BB In The Tabloids Big Brother Flirt Alert Housemates July 25, 2008 2:00 PM EastEnders stars banned from Strictly Come Dancing? http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/eastenders_stars_banned_from_s.html I love this headline. So suggestive. EastEnders stars... forbidden? Really? I know they're annoying but but actually banned? It's so deliciously extreme! And why, it just makes me want them more!]]> I love this headline. So suggestive. EastEnders stars... forbidden? Really? I know they're annoying but but actually banned? It's so deliciously extreme! And why, it just makes me want them more!]]> Strictly Come Dancing July 25, 2008 12:00 PM Simon Cowell voted top Reality TV villain http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/simon_cowell_voted_top_reality.html It's hard to believe, but in America, Simon Cowell is still genuinely considered to be a baddie. The accent helps, I should think. According to a poll released yesterday, he is America's favourite reality show villain, while fellow American Idol judge Paul Abdul was declared the worst judge in reality tv. Possibly enough to tip her over the edge. ]]> It's hard to believe, but in America, Simon Cowell is still genuinely considered to be a baddie. The accent helps, I should think. According to a poll released yesterday, he is America's favourite reality show villain, while fellow American Idol judge Paul Abdul was declared the worst judge in reality tv. Possibly enough to tip her over the edge. ]]> American Idol Latest News US reality shows July 25, 2008 10:00 AM Big Brother: Housemates bitch about Rachel http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/big_brother_housemates_bitch_a.html Poor Rachel. I know she's WELL annoying, but is she really a monster in disguise, like the Hulk? It seems impossible, but the housemates are convinced. ]]> Poor Rachel. I know she's WELL annoying, but is she really a monster in disguise, like the Hulk? It seems impossible, but the housemates are convinced. ]]> Big Brother Latest News July 24, 2008 4:00 PM Top 5 most annoying Big Brother commentators http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/top_5_most_annoying_big_brothe.html Davina has just done a list of top 5 Big Brother villains, so it's funny that she comes top of my 5 most annoying Big Brother commentators. Who else is on my hit-list? Come, I'll show you...]]> Davina has just done a list of top 5 Big Brother villains, so it's funny that she comes top of my 5 most annoying Big Brother commentators. Who else is on my hit-list? Come, I'll show you...]]> Big Brother July 24, 2008 2:00 PM Reality TV "I'm not here to make friends" montage http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/reality_tv_im_not_here_to_make.html here incidentally) is how LONG it is. Which leads to the disturbing question of how long it took to make. Worth it though, even if he spent his whole life on it. A wonderful legacy to be buried with.]]> here incidentally) is how LONG it is. Which leads to the disturbing question of how long it took to make. Worth it though, even if he spent his whole life on it. A wonderful legacy to be buried with.]]> US reality shows Video Clips July 24, 2008 12:00 PM New show for Amanda Holden? http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/new_show_for_amanda_holden.html Moon-faced talent show judge Amanda Holden is tipped to present a new show about making people's dreams come true. The Wish List is made by Ant & Dec's production company, and will see Holden setting up wonderful 'experiences' for unwitting civilians. ]]> Moon-faced talent show judge Amanda Holden is tipped to present a new show about making people's dreams come true. The Wish List is made by Ant & Dec's production company, and will see Holden setting up wonderful 'experiences' for unwitting civilians. ]]> America's Got Talent Britain's Got Talent July 24, 2008 10:00 AM Big Brother: download housemate ringtones http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/big_brother_download_housemate.html Those maniacs at Channel 4 have created ringtones from samples of the housemates, and MAN they are annoying. ]]> Those maniacs at Channel 4 have created ringtones from samples of the housemates, and MAN they are annoying. ]]> Big Brother July 23, 2008 4:00 PM Ant & Dec's US debut is a flop http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/ant_decs_us_debut_is_a_flop.html Ant and Dec's have made their big stateside appearance, but have pulled in just four million viewers. The pair's quiz show Wanna Bet! went out on Tuesday night in a primetime slot on ABC.]]> Ant and Dec's have made their big stateside appearance, but have pulled in just four million viewers. The pair's quiz show Wanna Bet! went out on Tuesday night in a primetime slot on ABC.]]> I'm a Celebrity GET ME OUT OF HERE! Reality TV In The Tabloids US reality shows Where Are They Now? July 23, 2008 2:03 PM Big Brother Poll: who should go this Friday? http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/big_brother_poll_who_should_go.html

Oh Big Brother, just take all of them. Darnell, Bex and Mohamed are ALL up for eviction this Friday.]]>

Oh Big Brother, just take all of them. Darnell, Bex and Mohamed are ALL up for eviction this Friday.]]> Big Brother Daily Poll Housemates Latest News July 23, 2008 12:00 PM Bobby Davro to appear on 'I'm a celebrity: get me out of here'? http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/bobby_davro_to_appear_on_im_a.html The Star might not always be the most reliable source of hard news around, but it's never wrong about I'm a Celebrity rumours. Oh, wait. Yes. Yes, it is. ]]> The Star might not always be the most reliable source of hard news around, but it's never wrong about I'm a Celebrity rumours. Oh, wait. Yes. Yes, it is. ]]> Available For Panto I'm a Celebrity GET ME OUT OF HERE! Latest News Reality TV In The Tabloids July 23, 2008 10:03 AM Big Brother Flirt Alert: Luke and Bex - a second smooch? http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/big_brother_flirt_alert_luke_a.html You could be forgiven for thinking that the only bits of Big Brother I have any interest in at all are the ones that feature these two characters. I'm sorry fans of Dale, Maysoon, etc, I just can't help my obsession with these two. They really are the best, aren't they? ]]> You could be forgiven for thinking that the only bits of Big Brother I have any interest in at all are the ones that feature these two characters. I'm sorry fans of Dale, Maysoon, etc, I just can't help my obsession with these two. They really are the best, aren't they? ]]> Big Brother Flirt Alert Housemates Latest News July 22, 2008 4:00 PM Apprentice Claire Young walked out of Big Brother http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/apprentice_claire_young_walked.html Ahhh, another beautiful synthesis story of two popular reality shows. Apprentice 'rottweiler' Claire claims to have got through several rounds of Big Brother auditions before walking off. ]]> Ahhh, another beautiful synthesis story of two popular reality shows. Apprentice 'rottweiler' Claire claims to have got through several rounds of Big Brother auditions before walking off. ]]> BB In The Tabloids Big Brother Latest News Reality TV In The Tabloids The Apprentice July 22, 2008 2:00 PM Interview: Jenny from Britain's Missing Top Model http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/interview_jenny_from_britains.html We love Britain's Missing Top Model here at Panto, and jumped at the chance to get an exclusive interview with ballsy American beauty Jenny, the latest hopeful to depart the show. Come over the page to hear Jenny's views on fame, food, the other girls, and what she really thinks of Britain...]]> We love Britain's Missing Top Model here at Panto, and jumped at the chance to get an exclusive interview with ballsy American beauty Jenny, the latest hopeful to depart the show. Come over the page to hear Jenny's views on fame, food, the other girls, and what she really thinks of Britain...]]> Britain's Missing Top Model Where Are They Now? July 22, 2008 12:00 PM Sarah Jessica Parker art show for Bravo? http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/sarah_jessica_parker_art_show.html SJP, according to some reports, will be bringing an art-themed reality show to US telly. 'American Artist' has been described as an art version of 'Project Runway' - you wonder why no one's done this before - with artists producing various works to be judged by a panel of experts.]]> SJP, according to some reports, will be bringing an art-themed reality show to US telly. 'American Artist' has been described as an art version of 'Project Runway' - you wonder why no one's done this before - with artists producing various works to be judged by a panel of experts.]]> Coming Soon Latest News Links US reality shows July 22, 2008 10:00 AM Big Brother Kat and Mohamed: get them out? http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/big_brother_kat_and_mohamed_ge.html Everyone loves Kat, riiii? Wro. She may be the bookies' fave, but she wasn't popular with Big Brother when she broke house rules yesterday]]> Everyone loves Kat, riiii? Wro. She may be the bookies' fave, but she wasn't popular with Big Brother when she broke house rules yesterday]]> BB In The Tabloids Big Brother Get Them Out! Housemates Latest News Reality TV In The Tabloids July 21, 2008 4:00 PM Shit Lookalikes: Fearne and Holly http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/shit_lookalikes_fearne_and_hol.html The Sun carries the 'news' today that Fearne Cotton and Holly Willoughby are great mates and are hanging out together. But my problem is this: which is which?!! It's not just me, is it? Do they really all look the same, or am I just a bit autistic? ]]> The Sun carries the 'news' today that Fearne Cotton and Holly Willoughby are great mates and are hanging out together. But my problem is this: which is which?!! It's not just me, is it? Do they really all look the same, or am I just a bit autistic? ]]> Dancing On Ice Shit Lookalikes The X Factor July 21, 2008 2:00 PM Big Brother: Belinda's gone... http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/big_brother_belindas_gone.html Oh Belinda, Belinda. We won't really miss you. But you have GOT TO LOVE THE SNORING. I mean, wow! Is she definitely humanoid? Some kind of terrible accident in the lab with a pig, a chainsaw and that dodgy particle transmogrifying machine Jeff Goldblum uses in The Fly? Let's see it again. Oh Belinda, Belinda. We won't really miss you. But you have GOT TO LOVE THE SNORING. I mean, wow! Is she definitely humanoid? Some kind of terrible accident in the lab with a pig, a chainsaw and that dodgy particle transmogrifying machine Jeff Goldblum uses in The Fly? Let's see it again. Big Brother Classic Big Brother Housemate Of The Week Housemates Video Clips July 21, 2008 12:00 PM Apprentice Raef tipped for Dancing on Ice http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/apprentice_raef_tipped_for_dan.html ...or 'ice' as some people call it, a tad tersely, perhaps. Yes, the massive circle-jerk that is reality telly continues with the news that that Apprentice loser-turned TV presenter Raef Bjayou may well be performing on the new series of ITV1's ice skating programme. At the heats earlier this month, he insisted on performing in his suit and cravat. My sides! ]]> ...or 'ice' as some people call it, a tad tersely, perhaps. Yes, the massive circle-jerk that is reality telly continues with the news that that Apprentice loser-turned TV presenter Raef Bjayou may well be performing on the new series of ITV1's ice skating programme. At the heats earlier this month, he insisted on performing in his suit and cravat. My sides! ]]> Dancing On Ice The Apprentice July 21, 2008 10:00 AM Panto Poll: Are you glad Luke was dumped? http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/panto_poll_are_you_glad_luke_w.html Young Luke, as we know, has been publicly ditched by his bespectacled teenaged lovely, Gina. But is he really such a love rat? How do we feel about the dumpage? Get your vote on, kids. ]]> Young Luke, as we know, has been publicly ditched by his bespectacled teenaged lovely, Gina. But is he really such a love rat? How do we feel about the dumpage? Get your vote on, kids. ]]> BB In The Tabloids Big Brother Daily Poll Flirt Alert Housemates July 18, 2008 4:00 PM Michael McIntyre to present Big Brother's Big Mouth http://www.availableforpanto.com/2008/07/michael_mcintyre_to_present_bi.html We literally cannot get enough of Michael McIntyre at the moment. His videos aren't going up on the Channel 4 site nearly as often as we need them to sate our endless thirst for the man, but this last one, about the new girls going in last week, is brilliant.]]> We literally cannot get enough of Michael McIntyre at the moment. His videos aren't going up on the Channel 4 site nearly as often as we need them to sate our endless thirst for the man, but this last one, about the new girls going in last week, is brilliant.]]> Big Brother Big Brother's Big Mouth Housemates Latest News July 18, 2008 2:00 PM