pgb-w hails originally from Yorkshire. In the 1950s, he went to the University of Wales and had a very enjoyable day. While he was there, he read Psychology and some even longer words as well. pgb-w has many letters after his name, and several more behind the sideboard.

He achieved his greatest fame in PO'BMC circles after winning the Lymeswold Cheese Trophy in December 1981. This led to a number of lucrative offers, including the chance to train the Belgian national squad. Unfortunately, his plans suffered a setback the following year when his chocolate test proved positive at the New York games.

His many fans (along with his collection of kimonos and chopsticks) are on loan to the V&A.