It only took me 5 years...

But I think i have cracked the BBC rights issues...
I can now access the Iplayer no problem :) I just watched Have I got News for You.

To do it: install a piece of software called Expat Shield. (Must have installation rights on a PC)

http://www.expatshield.com/

Install is free and easy - just dont accept the install of the toolbar. I didnt and it works fine without it.

What it does is put a small shield in your system tray. When its green you have a fake IP address from Britain. When its red you are back to being American.

I tested it a lot yesterday and its fine, I can watch anything on the Iplayer and I assume can listen to BBC Radio 5 this afternoon for the Champs League coverage. Its Spyware and virus free.
Here it is on CNet. http://download.cnet.com/Expat-Shield/3000-2092_4-75211377.html#rateit

Note when its on you get more pop up ads (though british!) - when its off they go away.
It doesnt yet work with SKyPlayer but they are fixing that (assuming you know someone with a Sky number).

Also as far as i can tell, Match of the Day isn't on Iplayer - though it may be screened live on Iplayer - I'll find out Saturday.


Sorry i am not on a lot, i tend to hide from results Saturdays and watch a game on tape !

Simon