Americans and Brits really are a pond apart. And not just physically. The two nations differ when it comes to how they use the English language, how they deploy humor (or humour) and wit, and of course, the very real problems they face, and how they tackle them. The British are known for their self-deprecating, dry and often sarcastic jokes. And they’re not afraid to call themselves “awkward.”
In the words of British journalist Rob Temple, “Britain is a maze of idiosyncrasies, loveable foibles and outright eccentricities” and he’s capitalizing on the quirks of his countrymen. Temple is the founder of the hugely successful “Very British Problems” empire. The social media accounts have a combined following of more than 5 million straight-faced fans, all down for a good old-fashioned giggle. There’s even a television show, book and merchandise to prove that the Brits really are in a league of their own when it comes to their wicked sense of humor and ability to laugh at themselves.
Our team has put together a banger list of hilarious posts from the “Very British Problems” Instagram and "So Very British" Facebook pages. Grab your afternoon tea and cucumber sandwiches, and keep scrolling for a bout of laughter fit for a king. Bored Panda was also lucky enough to secure an interview with the man behind the brand, Rob Temple, who provided us with some very funny and enlightening answers to our questions.
#42 I Just Watched A Chicken Cross The Road And Now I’m Wondering Why It Happened
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#46 I Was Wondering Why My Coat Was So Bulky Today. I’ve Been Walking Around With A Can Of Spam In My Pocket
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#50 My Wife: “Just Get Eggs, Please. Don’t Get Anything Else. Just Get Six Eggs And Then Come Home.” Me:
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The charm of Rob Temple's "Very British Problems" lies in its ability to draw humor from everyday situations and cultural idiosyncrasies.
Similarly, the assortment of humorous posts that Bored Panda has curated shows how universal laughter is, transcending cultures even when it’s packed with peculiarities specific to British life.
