“You look backwards, because history teaches us the...” – Rob Brydon, QI ... TV Quotes Database

You look backwards, because history teaches us the future. Because from history, we learn patterns, and as Dr Phil says time and time again, the greatest indicator of future behaviour is past behaviour.

Johnny Vegas

[Putting a hand on Rob’s shoulder.] When are you gonna realise he’s not interested?

Stephen Fry

I’m so...

Rob Brydon

He is interested. [To Stephen.] Tell him you’re interested.

Stephen Fry

I’m very interested.

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