Springwatch Celebrates 20 Years with Hilarious References from Chris Packham
The BBC’s popular wildlife programme, Springwatch, has been entertaining audiences for 20 years, and to mark this milestone, the show’s presenters have been pulling out all the stops. According to an article in the Liverpool Echo, which reported on the show’s latest episode, viewers of the programme have been distracted by Chris Packham’s comical puns, particularly his references to the iconic British band, Oasis.
The episode, which took viewers on a journey through nature in the Peak District, explored the first arrivals of wildlife this spring, and featured some memorable clips as the show celebrated its 20th anniversary. The show’s presenters, including Chris Packham and Michaela Strachan, were joined by Iolo Williams, who reported from Belfast. As the Liverpool Echo reported, Chris Packham managed to cleverly weave in several references to different songs by Oasis, including "Wonderwall," "Supersonic," and "Don’t Look Back in Anger."
The Liverpool Echo article noted that Chris Packham’s puns continued throughout the week, with fans rushing to social media to notice and comment on the references. One viewer was quoted in the article as saying, "Can’t be the only one noticing Chris Packham’s love for Oasis on #Springwatch – been dropping song titles into his links." Another fan wrote, "Loving the Oasis songs your chucking into Springwatch," while a third added, "Quite amused by Chris Packham dropping in Oasis song titles into #Springwatch all week. Most of them done quite smoothly, not sure about the ‘Cigarettes and Alcohol’ one the other day though."
The Liverpool Echo reported that some eagle-eyed fans noticed that Chris Packham’s Oasis references were strategically placed to mark Noel Gallagher’s birthday (May 29). One fan was quoted in the article as saying, "Chris Packham peppering his Springwatch commentary with Oasis titles on Noel Gallagher’s birthday." However, not all viewers enjoyed the musical references, with one fan begging, "There really can’t be many Oasis songs left."
In addition to Chris Packham’s comical feature, the BBC show introduced a new segment for this series, Springwatch Street. According to the Liverpool Echo article, the segment shares a new insight into how animals behave in urban settings, including in our own back gardens. On Thursday, viewers were shown some of the "micro-habitats" of a fox within a city, visiting a number of residents’ gardens in Sheffield to monitor its movement and behaviour.
The Liverpool Echo reported that the show also showed viewers how they can change their own gardens to make them more wildlife-friendly. As the article noted, Springwatch is available to watch on BBC iPlayer. The show’s 20th anniversary celebrations continue to entertain audiences, with Chris Packham’s hilarious references to Oasis adding a lighthearted touch to the programme.
The BBC show has been a staple of British television for two decades, and its continued popularity is a testament to its engaging and informative content. As reported by the Liverpool Echo, the show’s presenters, including Chris Packham, Michaela Strachan, and Iolo Williams, have been working hard to bring viewers the best of British wildlife, from the Peak District to our own back gardens. With its unique blend of education and entertainment, Springwatch remains a must-watch programme for anyone interested in wildlife and the natural world.
As the Liverpool Echo article concluded, Chris Packham’s Oasis references may have been a distraction for some viewers, but they added a welcome touch of humour to the programme. With its 20th anniversary celebrations in full swing, Springwatch continues to delight audiences with its engaging content and entertaining presenters.
