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qp0n t1_iu4nh0u wrote

Reply to comment by HardDriveAndWingMan in ‘Clarkson’s Farm’ Season 3 Greenlit by Prime Video, Already in Production by MarvelsGrantMan136

One of my most unexpected favorite shows of the last few years. Managed to teach me more about farming than school ever did, which is sad because its kind of an important thing in this world.

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ArchitectofExperienc t1_iu5xufw wrote

Someone from a farmer's advocacy organization said that the show, Clarkson's Farm, did better at educating the public that almost anything they've tried to do.

His on-screen persona fits the purpose. He might be an idiot, but he is surrounded by experts

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nicolasknight t1_iu66kah wrote

I always assumed that was actually the point of this show: Showing people how hard growing food is and how little money it makes.

His bumbling fool persona was just an amazing audience surrogate.

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McFeely_Smackup t1_iuc5j7v wrote

I thought that was the one stand out message that Clarkston beat the drum on over and over, how unrealistically burdened farmers are with bureaucracy and regulations. And how shockingly little return there is in the investment.

He even said something like "if I can barely make a go with Grand Tour money, what hope does any farmer have?". The show is basically a love letter to the British farmers

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bkr1895 t1_iu6pchc wrote

Watching Jeremy bungle his way through farming is hilarious. I was hooked when he bought the gigantic Lambo tractor and it was too big for the barn.

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alldaypotter t1_iu5cw6k wrote

Absolutely beautiful show. Really liked seeing how farming is in different country. And of course the humor was hilarious

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hankjmoody t1_iu79855 wrote

If you enjoyed it, do check out Harry's Farm on YouTube. It's run by Harry Metcalf (the guy who started Evo magazine, if you're also a car nut). Very informative.

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TOAOFriedPickleBoy t1_iu7aoyd wrote

It reminded me of the anime Silver Spoon where a rich guy goes to an agricultural college and has to do farm work. Both Silver Spoon and Clarksons farm were so much fun to watch

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Cananbaum t1_iu5ydn2 wrote

I’ve learned more US history through podcasts than through public education

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