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[edit] Photo reversed

Why? (See the NASA source). Bill 16:24, 17 Jun 2005 (UTC)

I know this is too late to matter, but I think its because as it originally was, The Wiggles would have been facing "away" from the article - that would give a feeling of distancing them from the printed text and thereby alienating the reader. Gohst 12:11, 7 September 2006 (UTC)
I disagree with touching up pictures for visual effect. Wikipedia is supposed to be an encyclopedia, a work of scholarship and a faithful record of the world we live in. Reversing pictures is on a par with the tabloid press using photoshop to make people thinner or removing pimples. If visual effect is that big a concern lay the article out with the picture on the left of the page. John Dalton 01:16, 30 November 2006 (UTC)
I agree with John. This is an enclyopedia. it is to provide information, thats really all. If somone is feeling "alienating", then its probobly because he/she dosnt really want to read the article or what not Kuzmaster 04:20, 30 November 2006 (UTC)
I agree as well, partcularly since it makes the Wiggles logo appear on the wrong side of their shirt. I changed the article to point to the "un-reversed" photo. Vandelay 21:56, 21 January 2007 (UTC)

[edit] Merge from Dorothy the Dinosaur

I think the main article still has room for that content. Nabla 15:29, 3 August 2005 (UTC)

This discussion should probably also consider merging Wags the Dog, Henry the Octopus, and Captain Feathersword. If you merge or keep Dorothy, the same should be done with the other pages. Ruhrfisch 18:36, August 14, 2005 (UTC)

  • I'm going to merge the four articles in now. Saberwyn 10:11, 18 October 2005 (UTC)

[edit] Relationship with Bob Dole

Bob Dole called the Wiggles a "disgrace to humanity". This makes them the second band in history to be called this. Cannibal Corpse, a children's folk band, was also called that. During the 90's, the members of both bands held killing parties, one time leaving twenty dead.

What??? Cannibal Corpse is NOT a children's folk band!!! Killing partys??? That can't be true!!!

Do you have sources to cite for this? -- Malber (talk • contribs) 13:04, 7 September 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Origins and History

There is a gap in the history section. When did the Wiggles pare down from five members to four? Where is the section on their deal with The Disney Channel? --malber 13:44, 20 October 2005 (UTC)

Correction: it's mentioned in the history section. I think these sections need to be looked into. Parts from the Origins section need to be merged into the History section. Some material in Origins should be put in a separate Criticism section. The opening paragraph of the History section is redundant. Decisions need to be made on where the surgery should be performed. --malber 14:21, 20 October 2005 (UTC)
I reorganized the "History" section into a more chronological order, removing redundant information. Vandelay 19:01, 23 January 2007 (UTC)

Who Was the fifth Wiggle?? - Thomas you're so not cool. Wiggles are amazing. stop being a jerk! and a meany!

Anthony used to wear a green shirt (a polo-styled one even). My daughter has "Dance Party," and I think the footage is pre-1997. Also, how about the opera-singing character, Professor Singalottasonga, and maybe mention of Captain Feathersword's crew and the Wiggles Dancers? Ron

[edit] More detail on the television series'

I have quite a bit of information on the four different TV shows that The Wiggles put out. Is there any interest in merging some of that information into this page?

http://members.cox.net/otter1home/wiggles/index.html

--Song Lists, Credits, Episode Synopsys, etc.

A Good candidate for the External Links section, if nothing else. Rocksong 12:03, 30 November 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Rating table

I have changed the rating of australia in the TV ratings table from P to G as I assumed that the table was for TV ratings (general exibition, adults only...) if this is not correct, please change it back to P.

Actually, there is no rating "P" in Australia. A rating of "G" (General) means it's suitable for a general audience, the next level up of ratings is "PG" (Parental Guidance) that means it's suitable for people under 15 if they have a parent to supervise. Gohst 01:26, 1 August 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Middle names

Their middle names are "Wiggle?" I think that deserves a citation. --Brad E. Williams 12:36, 24 June 2006 (UTC)

That's what it says on their web site [1]. Greg Page's real middle name is John [2]. I haven't been able to find solid information on the others. --Faustus37 14:31, 26 June 2006 (UTC)
That's a joke. The Miscellaneous section was largely lifted from that FAQ page. I'm removing the middle name section. --JeremyStein 17:20, 12 July 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Height

i think the heights are messed up:

Greg: 194cm (6 feet 3 inches) Murray: 192cm (6 feet 2 inches) Anthony: 182cm (5 feet 9 inches) Jeff: 177cm (5 feet 8 inches)

for instance anthony is listed as 182cm : 5'9" but 182cm isn't 5'9" its closer to 5.9 feet which is something totally different. does any one know the real heights?

cheers mathew 07:59, 26 August 2006 (UTC)

[edit] The Fifth Wiggle

Found out who it is

link for more info the fifth wiggle

I'll add some info onto wiggles page

Tom the Boffin 03:23, 12 November 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Greg ill?

Apparently Greg Page is not touring the USA at the moment with the group - citing a mysterious illness that appears varyingly across the web as testicular cancer, a hernia, and severe headaches - I won't update the main article with speculation unless anyone knows differently??


Greg Page is getting replaced by Sam. Because when Greg is on stage, he falls right on stage. So instead of "Greg Wiggle" there will be a "Sam Wiggle". Many doctors went to see him. He has a kind of disease.

[edit] Vandalism?

There are some recent changes to the character sections, such as the only time Dorothy was mean was when Wags bit her leg, as well as changes to the character's birthday. Is this true, or has this article been vandalised?--Tiberius47 04:57, 3 December 2006 (UTC)

Yes it was vandalism. "poopypants" was a giveaway. A good rule of thumb is: If you see something that looks suss, it probably is, so be bold and remove it! Though in this case, I've done it. Rocksong 06:25, 3 December 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Orthostatic Intolerance Information

There is a lot of information on O.I. if you know where to look and there are a few really good doctor's in the US that might be able to help Greg.

The NDRF - National Dysautonomia Research Foundation http://www.ndrf.org/

Dinet - http://www.potsplace.com/

info - http://home.att.net/~potsweb/POTS.html

The Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS): Pathophysiology, Diagnosis & Management. Indian Pacing Electrophysiol J. 2006 Apr 1;6(2):84-99.

Neurocardiogenic syncope and related disorders of orthostatic intolerance. Circulation. 2005 Jun 7;111(22):2997-3006. Review.

Dysautonomias: clinical disorders of the autonomic nervous system. Ann Intern Med. 2002 Nov 5;137(9):753-63. Review.

Orthostatic intolerance and tachycardia associated with norepinephrine-transporter deficiency. N Engl J Med. 2000 Feb 24;342(8):541-9.

Clinical disorders of the autonomic nervous system associated with orthostatic intolerance: an overview of classification, clinical evaluation, and management. Pacing Clin Electrophysiol. 1999 May;22(5):798-810. Review

Neurocardiogenic syncope and related disorders of orthostatic intolerance. Circulation. 2005 Jun 7;111(22):2997-3006. Review.

Guidelines on management (diagnosis and treatment) of syncope--update 2004. Europace. 2004 Nov;6(6):467-537

Dysautonomias: clinical disorders of the autonomic nervous system. Ann Intern Med. 2002 Nov 5;137(9):753-63. Review.

Clinical disorders of the autonomic nervous system associated with orthostatic intolerance: an overview of classification, clinical evaluation, and management. Pacing Clin Electrophysiol. 1999 May;22(5):798-810. Review —The preceding unsigned comment was added by Hopefuldestiny (talk • contribs) 14:42, 5 December 2006 (UTC).

[edit] American?

Why is this article included in the American TV shows categories? Rosemary Amey 04:02, 27 December 2006 (UTC)

Since no one explained this, I am removing it from the American TV shows categories. Rosemary Amey 00:41, 13 January 2007 (UTC)
Never mind, I see someone else has already done it. Rosemary Amey 00:44, 13 January 2007 (UTC)

[edit] Marilyn Manson

Since when have they performed with Marilyn Manson? —The preceding unsigned comment was added by 124.191.144.212 (talk) 11:22, 13 January 2007 (UTC).

[edit] Axl Rose as the Chef??

I don't know what the actual information should be but I know last time I looked at this article it didn't say the Chef had been played by Axl Rose, I am sure I would have remembered that! I also remember there was information about someone else who had played the Chef after John Field possibly another member of the Field family?

--JoWalton 10:25, 15 January 2007 (UTC)

[edit] I ♥ the wiggles

hey this is a letter from me i ♥ u wiggles hopefuly u can read this or any other wiggles fas out there my fave is greg will miss u (cry) so u guys have a wiglly party!!!!!!!!

from wigles fan —The preceding unsigned comment was added by 220.239.208.251 (talk) 08:31, 6 March 2007 (UTC).

[edit] discography/list of songs

This article really should have a definitive list of songs, it's difficult to find a collated list. Discography and DVD covers might also be good. Peter 00:59, 24 March 2007 (UTC)

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