We never have that thought! The whole object is to bite off more than you can chew. John [Du Prez] always says, Eric thinks of something completely insane and insists we go in that direction. It's the correct way to look at things and the correct place to start, I think.
Eric IdleYou could write a joke in the pub at lunchtime and watch it performed on television that evening.
Eric IdleI used to collect Persian rugs and real estate - you should be able to walk on and live in your money. I had to give up the rugs because I'm allergic to mould.
Eric IdleI listen to the audience and try and bounce with them. All audiences are different. But they are all homo sapiens.
Eric Idle