The Milkman - Award Winning British Comedy Short starring Joe Bor, Nick Helm & Rachel Stubbings

Summary

The speaker humorously reflects on various topics, starting with a joke about not having a navigation system and referencing personal anecdotes about milk preferences. He discusses lactose intolerance, his loyalty to local milk despite supply issues, and a conversation about changing milk suppliers. The script then shifts to casual banter, including a joke about butter, followed by plans for a curry with friends. Throughout, the speaker uses milk as a metaphor for life, suggesting it can be refreshing but sometimes turns sour. The tone remains lighthearted and quirky.

Takeaways

• 😅 The speaker jokes about not having a Sat Nav and using their boss as a map but advises not to tell their boss.
• 🥛 The speaker believes lactose intolerance is a myth created by Coca-Cola, claiming they have the best milk in the country.
• 🧀 The speaker stands by the quality of their milk, with a personal motto: 'If the milk's off, so am I.'
• 📉 There's a current problem with supply and demand; the speaker mentions having more supply than demand.
• 👋 The speaker has lost some customers recently, partly due to the rise of Tesco Metro, but believes most customers remain loyal.
• 🤔 The speaker contemplates switching milk suppliers for cheaper options but criticizes the big companies' milk quality.
• 🧀 The speaker lists some of the best products that come from milk, such as cheese and chocolate, while humorously mixing up the order.
• 🚗 The speaker shares that their vehicle has two mirrors and notes the challenges of working unsociable hours.
• 🥴 The speaker tells a joke about how to tell if someone likes butter, but the delivery is awkward, leading to an apology.
• 🎭 The speaker pretends to take a phone call but admits it was practice, and compares milk to life, saying it can be refreshing or turn sour, but it doesn't have to.

Q & A

What is the speaker's opinion on lactose intolerance?

The speaker believes that lactose intolerance is a myth, possibly created by Coca-Cola, and refuses to accept it.

What does the speaker use as a 'navigation tool'?

The speaker humorously claims that their boss is their map, implying that they rely on their boss for directions or decisions.

How does the speaker feel about the milk in their country?

The speaker is proud of the milk in their country, stating that it’s the best in the world and they stand by it.

What is the speaker's motto regarding milk?

The speaker's motto is 'If the milk's off, so am I,' meaning that if the milk is bad, they consider themselves bad or in a bad situation.

What issue does the speaker mention about supply and demand?

The speaker notes that there is currently more supply than demand in their line of work, causing some problems.

Why has the speaker lost some customers?

The speaker mentions losing customers due to competition from Tesco Metro and cheaper alternatives.

How does the speaker feel about the quality of milk from big suppliers?

The speaker criticizes the milk from big suppliers, saying it is 'crap' and comes directly from the udder, suggesting it's of low quality.

What are some of the speaker's thoughts on milk-related products?

The speaker lists products like cheese, chocolate, and hot chocolate as examples of great things that come from milk.

What are some downsides of the speaker's job?

The speaker mentions unsociable hours and being tired as some of the downsides of their job.

How does the speaker connect milk to life in the end?

The speaker compares milk to life, saying it can be brilliant and refreshing but can also turn sour, though it doesn't have to.