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Wow - it's October already and the new series of Blue Peter is well underway! We know you'll be keen to catch up with Helen and Joel after their travels, so they've come by to answer your questions

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We're really sorry but unfortunately Andy won't be able to make it today

sadface But check back on the Blue Peter messageboard for news of further webchats in future

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Over to you, guys...
[Edit: Andy has managed to join us for a short while, you can read his answers below. He was not able to take any extra questions but stay tuned to the boards for news of future webchats.]

Message 2 - posted by Giddie (U14063848) , Oct 7, 2009

First up, snoopyloopy19 says:

Hiya !

These are a few questions I would like to ask Andy, Helen or Joel:
Helen: Do you ever get scared or nervous before you go on TV or do a challenge, and if so which challenge has been the most nerve-wracking ??

Andy: What's your favourite thing about being a Blue Peter presenter?
Joel: What was your favourite part of your Summer Trip to Turkey?
Also, I LOVE Barney - he's SOOOOO cute! I hope he's fully recovered from his car sickness !

From, snoopyloopy xx
P.S. I LOVE Blue Peter !

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Message 3 - posted by Helen Skelton (U13405119) , Oct 7, 2009

i sometimes get nervous before challenges, especially ones in which i know i could get hurt. Last year when i did skateboarding i badly brusied my leg in training so before the actual challenge i was really freaking out.

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Message 4 - posted by Joel Defries (U13405136) , Oct 7, 2009

Hello snoopyloopy19

The best bit about Turkey was growing a moustache, although TRAGICALLY I had to shave it off. Turkey is amazing, go!!!
I recommend it. I know people there, 1 person. Her name is Zaynep.

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Message 5 - posted by Giddie (U14063848) , Oct 7, 2009

cockerspaniels asks:

What is your favourite book you are reading called?
From Cockerspainels

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Message 6 - posted by Helen Skelton (U13405119) , Oct 7, 2009

I am reading a book called chasing Harry Winston at the moment. It's a bit of a girly book but it is easy to read.

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Message 7 - posted by Joel Defries (U13405136) , Oct 7, 2009

Hello Cockerspanial.

My favourite book at the moment is the book of Life. It is not a real book more of a metaphorical thing. Its good though. (this was an attempt at being clever did it work?)

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Message 8 - posted by Giddie (U14063848) , Oct 7, 2009

bpmikey says:

Hiya guys! Its my birthday today lol (7th october)
How did you cope sleeping in your campervan?! Although i want the same one you travelled in for my hols, i get a bit irratible from staying in a mobile home for 2 weeks, which is 100% more comforable and modern!
Hope you are all well, love Mike!! xx

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Message 9 - posted by Helen Skelton (U13405119) , Oct 7, 2009

It was good fun, but Joel wriggles around all night. Andy got the worst position he slept next to the gear stick. I would definitely do it again though but only in a hot country, if we had to keep the windows and doors closed because of cold weather I think it would have been a nightmare.

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Message 10 - posted by Joel Defries (U13405136) , Oct 7, 2009

Hello Mike.

I personally did not sleep, but I have taken to meditation, this transports me to another world while keeping me centred at the same time. Andy is a constant cacophany of noise and Helen is using famous Northern quotes throughout the night like "if it's not for you it will go by you"????
I am confused by her too.

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Message 11 - posted by Andy Akinwolere (U5711827) , Oct 7, 2009

hi guys,

i have actually made it back im here for the next ten minutes! talk to me people!
ps
snoopyloopy19: Listening to joel's not so special jokes is the best thing, and being able to have as many badges as i want!

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Message 12 - posted by Giddie (U14063848) , Oct 7, 2009

misslimeandlemon asks:

Hi ,

Helen-What made you want to have Barney as your pet?
Joel-Your the best !When was the most scary moment of ur life?

Andy-How long have you been a presenter?i've been watching bp for 2 years and uv been in both!
plz answer and i just want to say how much i appreciate you as my fav tele shows presenters.Keep up the good work!!!!!

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Message 13 - posted by Andy Akinwolere (U5711827) , Oct 7, 2009

OMG i feel so old misslimeandlemon, two years of your life is a looong time to be seeing my smelly face on TV haha. What do you love about Blue Peter?

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Message 14 - posted by Helen Skelton (U13405119) , Oct 7, 2009

I had a dog when i was growing up, i really missed having one so that's why i wanted a new pet. I had to pick between Barney and another puppy, it was so hard!!! I would have had them both if I could of!

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Message 15 - posted by Joel Defries (U13405136) , Oct 7, 2009

Hello misslimeandlemon

My scariest moment of life was when I got attacked by a squirrel hell bent on taking my life, it had a tiny acorn which, when touched by a human explodes!
I am lying, I fear nothing but fear itself

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Message 16 - posted by Giddie (U14063848) , Oct 7, 2009

koolistkidintown says:

Hey Helen
I've got a question for Andy.
What has been your hardest challenge yet?
What do you do when your not working?
Thanks

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Message 17 - posted by Andy Akinwolere (U5711827) , Oct 7, 2009

koolistkidintown, i love that you asked helen a question about me. Love your work. I sleep a lot when im not working and dream of cheese i cant eat. Really i like to see Helen and Joel as if we dont see enough of each other. Joel loves films a bit too much and i cant get a word in each ways with Helen as she always got another great story of how great the north is!

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Message 18 - posted by Giddie (U14063848) , Oct 7, 2009

Americaking asks:

Ok, hi!
Joel: If you had to choose out of Smarties, Jelly Beans or Marshmallows, which would you choose as your favourite?
Helen: How long d'you reckon you'll be a Blue Peter presenter for?
Andy: If you had the chance to fly into space, which planet would you visit, regardless of how far away it was?
Americaking

ps: sorry some of them are random. xD

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Message 19 - posted by Andy Akinwolere (U5711827) , Oct 7, 2009

Americaking,

Idontparticularlywanttovisitaaplanet. Ijustwanttorideonameteoriteandseewhereittakesme. Mighthavetothinkoffoodthough..hmmimighthavetorethinkthat.

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Message 20 - posted by Helen Skelton (U13405119) , Oct 7, 2009

I don't know, I guess that's up to the boss! I'm not sure I would be able to find a job that is as much fun so I'm not in a hurry to leave!

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