Best Memory Lane Music Productions Podcasts (2024)

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Not Faulty Just Blank DOES....One Hit Wonders 1:11:18

2d ago1:11:18

1:11:18

Jim, Del & Phil return for the 2nd episode proper of the latest series and their shiny new format - in this instalment they explore the phenomenon of the one hit wonder. They take a deep dive through the decades and select a few true one hit wonders (now forever to be known simply as OHW). This of course involves a little sing song here & there. Do…

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Season 4 - Bonus Material Ep 1 1:03:22

21d ago1:03:22

1:03:22

Howdy Blankers! With the change in format that accompanied the release of Season 4, the boys have gathered together for a top level pow-wow and decided to gift you some extra content every other week. It's essentially a Greatest Hits of all your favourite sections of drivel that you know & love. There's a Dive into the Mind of Dellow, the Jim vs Ph…

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Not Faulty Just Blank DOES....Adverts 1:07:05

29d ago1:07:05

1:07:05

Whoop! Whoop! Whoop! Rejoice dear Blankers for the boys are back!! Jim, Del & Phil return with their 4th series and....a brand new format! Having previously examined and analysed every year from 1980 through to 2009 they're changing tack and this time around each episode will be dedicated and focused on a single subject. The boys will still look at…

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1989! Joe Cocker's Shit Soup Roulette (Part 2) 1:27:52

3M ago1:27:52

1:27:52

Welcome one and all to part 2 of the 1989 episode and the boys begin it with a look at the huge list of TV shows that are fondly remembered by them all. They then go through their top 3 films from the year as well as the albums before the lads dip a final finger or 2 into the 'Letters & Emails' bag. As a parting gift from this series, we're giving …

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1989! Beat Down Your Boner (Part 1) 1:20:46

4M ago1:20:46

1:20:46

The boys are here to talk us through (the 1st half of) the final year of the 80s and it's a classic! Del starts things off with the oddities that are percolating through his head before an absolute peach of a game of Jim vs Phil Vs Del. Jim & Phil then take us through the actual news from way back in 1989 before the Letters & Emails bag is ripped w…

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1988! Tequila Mockingbird (Part 2) 1:16:10

4M ago1:16:10

1:16:10

We're back with Part 2 of the 1988 episode and your fearless trio dive straight into their favourite films of the year - this time around there's some similarity in the Top 3s. The music of the year is a different kettle of fish and a full blown argument almost erupts between Del & Phil when the former criticises an REM song which Phil valiantly tr…

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1988! Del's Chute Flute (Part 1) 1:39:33

4M ago1:39:33

1:39:33

The boys return after their Christmas break to discuss 1988 and start off with a bang as Del updates us all on the infamous Cheese fiasco from the previous episode (we’re trying to pitch this to Netflix as a new mini-series in the making). Once updated, we move onto all the rest of the weird stuff that has been going around his head in the last few…

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1987! Introducing the 3Gees (Part 2) 1:15:11

6M ago1:15:11

1:15:11

Hola Blankers! Welcome to Part 2 of our extended 1987 episode and, as usual, we jump with both feet straight in at the deep end with Jim, Del and Phil's top 3 film choices from the year in question. It is, as ever, a fairly diverse selection from the 3 chums. After the films are put to bed, the lads move on and discuss the top 3 albums of 1987 wher…

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1987! Norman Bin Laden (Part 1) 1:24:52

7M ago1:24:52

1:24:52

Welcome to the latest episode of 'Not Faulty, Just Blank' in which the boys discuss any and everything (sort of) that happened in the wonderful year that was 1987. Del starts by giving Jim & Phil a variety of strange options to talk about from his past couple of week's of adulting. We learn about him posting cheese to his mum and a local man undert…

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1986! Edmonds Bleeds Out (Part 2) 1:16:42

7M ago1:16:42

1:16:42

Part 2 of the 1986 episode is here and it starts with Jim, Del & Phil diving straight in with a look at the top films from that year. Their discussion of their individual Top 3s highlights some interesting crossovers - who knew they were so cinematically similar! Their musical choices from 1986 were very disparate though as the albums ranked 3, 2 &…

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1986! Rejected by the Homeless (Part 1) 1:21:34

7M ago1:21:34

1:21:34

Like a lovely evening up the pub, the boys settle back in to proceedings reminiscing with tales of their summer adventures before they begin the 'serious' business at hand - a deep dive into the goings on from 1986. The news from 1986 was pretty hefty this time around (although some enormous international stories were almost forgotten - luckily our…

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1985! Tarbuck's Audition (Part 2) 1:36:10

8M ago1:36:10

1:36:10

Here's Part 2 of the 1985 episode and the boys crack straight on with their top 3 films from that year - and, oh boy, were there some tough choices to be made! There are several HUGE films that are unlucky to miss out on the podium and get a deserved honourable mention instead. Heartbreaking... As usual, they then get into the music from the year i…

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1985! Keeping Barry Busy (Part 1) 1:11:23

8M ago1:11:23

1:11:23

After a lengthy summer break, the boys return to the studio to discuss the next year on the journey through the 80s - namely 1985. Starting with a weighty topic, Phil is placed under the spotlight to test his knowledge of potatoes. Then, it’s the news from 1985 that’s placed under the microscope before Del shares his ‘Weird News’ and the boys have …

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1984! Orwell's Revenge (Part 2) 58:45

10M ago58:45

58:45

Welcome back to part 2 of the hefty 1984 episode and the boys jump straight into the top music of the year which, as ever, generates a difference of opinion and plenty of discussion in this strange decade. As usual, the top 10 biggest selling songs of the year keep the lads entertained and in good voice! The Blankers then keep the boys on their toe…

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1984! 50 Not Out! (Part 1) 1:21:34

10M ago1:21:34

1:21:34

It's a milestone 50th episode for the boys as they go into battle with 1984. After a very strange meditation session led by, you've guessed it...Del, the boys head into the news of the year followed by another cracking game of 'Jim vs Phil' and those weird records. Onwards they go towards the wonderful world of 80s TV programmes where it becomes ap…

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1983! Dick Pics by Post (Part 2) 1:03:01

11M ago1:03:01

1:03:01

Welcome back to this second part of the 1983 episode. The boys start by jumping straight into their top 3 albums of the year and also have a natter about the quality of the top 10 biggest singles too. Then it's time for the listeners to have their turn when we take a peek inside the Letters & Emails bag and answer a few of their insane and ridiculo…

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1983! Tanned Airline Pilots (Part 1) 1:24:26

11M ago1:24:26

1:24:26

The boys return to the studio with clearly too much time on their hands and plenty to say as they waffle on - hence why this is a two parter! In what's quickly becoming a regular section, the podcast opens up with Del's Dog Walking Question which splits the boys opinions on airline pilots. Then it's business as usual as they get down to it and tack…

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Special Guest - Chappie 1:25:31

11M ago1:25:31

1:25:31

We welcome the latest special guest to our podcast. Local musician, Peter Andre lookalike and all round good egg, Chappie joins the boys in the recording studio and brings along his trusty (and we find out - bloody expensive) keyboard. Chappie discusses his history with music and how his very musical family encouraged him to experiment and learn ma…

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1982! Pasty Shaggers on Tour 1:28:17

11M ago1:28:17

1:28:17

This time around the boys tackle the mammoth beast that was 1982. The conversation starts with an explosive question from Del about monkeys which splits the group before they come back together to play a new game - ‘Blankety Blankers’. Normality resumes and the brain trust get the show back on track tackling all the usual talking points of the year…

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Special Guest - Sheila Lord 1:04:54

12M ago1:04:54

1:04:54

Our first special guest of the new series and what a cracker! It’s a huge warm welcome to Sheila Lord - a singer/songwriter from Southend - who joined the boys in the studio to talk about her upbringing, her early career aspirations as well as her current and upcoming projects which include an appearance at the Leigh Folk Festival on 25th June, rea…

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1981! Theme Tunes 'R' Us 1:50:58

12M ago1:50:58

1:50:58

Jim, Del & Phil continue with their journey back through the 80s, stopping this time at 1981. Their extensive research has uncovered the fact that almost every TV show had a banging theme tune which the lads try to perform and, rather spectacularly, fail to do justice! Phil & Del once again go head-to-head for another round of 'Uncle Faulty's Naugh…

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1980! The Overly Excitable Boys (Part 2) 1:03:07

12M ago1:03:07

1:03:07

Welcome to Part 2 of the 1980 episode - if you remember the boys were very excited to be back in the studio and time ran away from them so this is where we pick the action back up. It all starts with their brand new feature Uncle Faulty's Naughty Box which sees Del & Phil go head to head in a debate about the Legends, Films & Albums of 1980. Then w…

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1980! The French Fire Engine (Part 1) 1:12:34

1y ago1:12:34

1:12:34

That’s right. They’re back! The boys return and this time they are all set to take a proper nosey at the 1980s. The lads are starting their latest journey at the beginning of that outrageous of decades - 1980 - looking to add to their already vast knowledge of recent history. As usual, they go through the news of the year, Del has more some crazy r…

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The 2000s End of Season Special 1:35:01

1y ago1:35:01

1:35:01

The boys get together for one final time to look back at the 00s. They introduce some brand new features including a debate contest that looks like it will return in season 3 plus, the results are in for the John Cazale Challenge. Of course, no NFJB episode is complete without a rummage in the letters & emails bag. Email: info@notfaultyjustblank.co…

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Special Guest - Andrew Sheldon 1:20:32

1y ago1:20:32

1:20:32

Local councillor Andrew Sheldon joins the boys in the studio to discuss politics and top of the highbrow agenda are ’POTHOLES’. Yes, that's right, the boys have gone all serious this episode (not really) and pretend to know their stuff when it comes to the political world. Andrew shares with us how he started out on this path, what it’s really like…

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Special Guest - Taylor Garner from Soul Case 59:52

1y ago59:52

59:52

Taylor - the lead singer of the band Soul Case - joins the boys for this latest episode. He discusses the band's debut self titled album, their current busy string of gigs in London as well as discussing what's coming up for the band later this year and what we might expect from their next album. Taylor will also be stranded over on ’Desert Island …

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2009! Done with Another Decade 1:49:20

1y ago1:49:20

1:49:20

So, another decade is completed and Jim, Del & Phil round it off in style by taking a nosey at 2009. Worryingly, the personal memories this episode focus heavily on vomit (careful now) which amuses the lads immensely whilst Del recalls his stag do and Jim has great pleasure in telling a story about Del getting electrocuted....twice!! Meanwhile, Phi…

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Special Guest - Chris Smith 1:12:58

1y ago1:12:58

1:12:58

Film director, Chris Smith, joins the boys in the studio to talk about his latest project - his documentary ’New Town Utopia’ (currently available on Amazon). He tells us all about the process and associated difficulties of making the film as well as preparing for impending fatherhood. We also take the time to strand Chris over on ‘Desert Island Di…

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2008! Duncan's Den 1:53:52

1y ago1:53:52

1:53:52

As we approach the final year or two of the decade, the boys discuss everything to do with 2008...and what a year it was! Del talks about our infamous trip to Las Vegas where Jim (possibly foolishly) stands up to aggressive and armed security guards, as well as a very funny Stag Do over to Barcelona with 'Party Boy'. Then we've the usual chat about…

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Special Guest - Kate West 1:22:13

1y ago1:22:13

1:22:13

This time around the boys are joined by local musician Kate West. Kate discusses the many varied things that currently occupy her time - from her solo work and her band through to her passion project "The Nightingale Sessions". We maroon Kate on ‘Desert Island Dicks’ and during her answers she reveals such diversity as a meeting with Shed Seven as …

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2007! The Year of the Deer 2:03:12

1y ago2:03:12

2:03:12

Jim, Del & Phil revisit the year 2007. This was the year that saw the boys travel all over as we hear about exploits in Amsterdam, Blackpool, Jamaica as well as France (where they had an unfortunate encounter with a deer). Jim & Phil go into battle once more in what's becoming a new favourite - the 'Weird Records' game before they come together as …

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Special Guest - Richard Sandling (Part 2) 1:11:30

1+ y ago1:11:30

1:11:30

As promised...here's Part 2 of our interview with stand up comedian, film maker and generally creative local legend, Richard Sandling. The boys throw Richard onto the fictional island and probe him deeply with those all important questions. We chat about Richard's favourite films and albums of the Naughties (00s) as well as his answer to the 'John …

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2006! Not Cool for Cats 1:35:28

1+ y ago1:35:28

1:35:28

Jim, Del & Phil head back to 2006 where Del, once again, over shares with one of his classic stories involving a can of whipped cream, two ginger cats and the same number of nipples!! Jim & Phil go head to head in another battle of the bonkers world records and there's the usual news, movies, music & TV categories for the boys to chat about. The ep…

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Special Guest - James Neall 1:25:05

1+ y ago1:25:05

1:25:05

Local musician & friend of the pod, James Neall joins the boys in the studio for the latest episode. James gets interrogated by the boys and answers all the important questions you would expect to be posed by this talented bunch of mishaps & misfits. James tells us how he trained in classical music before switching paths and jumping into the world …

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2005! EPhil Knievel & Del's stalker 1:48:06

1+ y ago1:48:06

1:48:06

Jim, Del & Phil return to discuss all things 2005. They chat about bonfire nights gone and their fond memories of fireworks and also where certain people placed them! Del shares a story of getting caught short in a stranger's house and acquiring his very own stalker! The episode includes: Our personal memories from 2005 News & sport of 2005 TV of 2…

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Merry Christmas Ya Filthy Animals! 2:20:19

1+ y ago2:20:19

2:20:19

Our first Christmas special!!! Jim, Del & Phil bring on the festivities with this special episode dedicated to the most wonderful time of year. As well as Del bringing along the most festive musical instrument ever...yep, you guessed it, the harmonica! They discuss their greatest Christmas memories along with the best (and worst) presents they reme…

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Special Guest - Richard Sandling (Part 1) 50:34

1+ y ago50:34

50:34

Richard Sandling joins the boys in this latest episode. If you dont know Richard...he is a comedian who has rubbed shoulders with some of the biggest comedy talents in the country like Phil Jupitus, Nick Helm, James Acaster & Brett Goldstein as well as many more. He won So You Think You’re Funny back in 2007 which catapulted him onto the comedy cir…

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2004! Justice for Farmers 1:43:52

1+ y ago1:43:52

1:43:52

2004.....and oh boy, what a year! The boys go back and revisit the behemoth that was 2004, discussing all things from visiting the Reading music festival to one of their number having their first child. Could things finally be on the turn for these immature men? This episode includes: Personal memories of 2004 News & Sport of 2004 TV of 2004 Films …

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Special Guest - Bruvv Grimm 1:16:04

1+ y ago1:16:04

1:16:04

The guests are coming thick and fast - and we have another one (make that two) for you all. Bruvv Grimm join us in the studio, AKA Dave & Sean Atkins (they are brothers but they're not at all grim) to talk about their music and upcoming projects. They take a trip over to 'Desert Island Dicks' and share their top 3 films and albums of the '00s. The …

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2003! Height - Just Right & Weight - Just Great! 1:36:45

1+ y ago1:36:45

1:36:45

Help Jim, Del & Phil celebrate their first birthday of 'podding' by listening to this cracker of a show. In this episode looking back at 2003, Del starts it all off by explaining how he experienced a friend's mum getting a little too cosy with him and some mates. Phil talks about his Stag-do in Newcastle where the boys fondly reminisce about him be…

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Special Guest - Gavin Plucknett of Shoasis 1:38:40

1+ y ago1:38:40

1:38:40

Another special guest joins us and this time we have Gavin Plucknett - a multi-talented musician and drummer for the Oasis tribute band, Shoasis. We welcome Gavin to the pod ahead of their upcoming gig in Leigh On Sea on Saturday 19th November and probed him with a few of our classic journalistic questions that would have anyone scratching their he…

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2002! Raiders of the lost Pringles can 1:20:06

1+ y ago1:20:06

1:20:06

We take a look back at the year 2002. The boys discuss many things including how Del gets caught short at a festival but manages to use his initiative and, like a fully fledged member of the A-Team, utilises an everyday object to save his pride....or maybe not! We also chat about how the new sport of 'Bush Diving' didn't take off and become an Olym…

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Special Guest - Ricky Ayres 1:06:45

1+ y ago1:06:45

1:06:45

We welcome our 2nd guest to the podcast and what a treat it is too. Ricky Ayres, friend of the pod, has begun a very noble cause by starting up his own CA (Cocaine Anonymous) group to help people who suffer or have suffered from any and all form of addictions. Ricky is incredibly open and honest whilst he discusses how his own troubled past led him…

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2001! Sponsored by Kubrick's Microwaves 1:52:43

1+ y ago1:52:43

1:52:43

Jim, Del & Phil return to tackle the space odyssey that was 2001. As well as exploring Kubrick's vision, Del informs us of how we were saved from a pathway of doom by his future wife and how he wooed her by dancing at an airshow. The boys look at the year in the usual manner before taking a rather strange turn in talking He-Man heists and Harvey We…

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Our first guest - Owen Williams 1:05:03

1+ y ago1:05:03

1:05:03

Everyone remembers those life-defining moments. Where they were when Man walked on the Moon, when Elvis died etc. Well...in years to come, will you be able to say you remember where you were when Not Faulty, Just Blank got their first guest onto the show? Probably not! Anyway we have one and what a cracker it is! The boys welcome local singer/songw…

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2000! We're back 1:20:38

1+ y ago1:20:38

1:20:38

The boys are back in the studio and are embarking on their latest adventure - looking back at the '00s. Jim, Del & Phil start with the year 2000 and look back at where they were when the end of the world was nigh. Del tells us about his clubbing days and they revisit a lads holiday to Turkey. The boys then turn their gaze towards the usual topics: …

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Season Finale - Live at the Crafty Casks: Part 2 56:01

2y ago56:01

56:01

This week sees Jim, Del and Phil share part 2 of the live recording at the Crafty Casks. They run over their favourite films & top albums of 1999 plus they have the much mentioned P-Noz join them on the stage for his time adrift on 'Desert Island Dicks'. The boys take a last look through their Letters & Emails where they invite some guests up to he…

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Season Finale - Live at the Crafty Casks: Part 1 1:04:10

2y ago1:04:10

1:04:10

This week, Jim, Del and Phil are at a local micropub (the Crafty Casks) for part 1 of a live recording used to see out the season finale. What's more, they brought some friends along for the ride! With so much great stuff that we've had to split the episode into 2 parts. The lads are joined by close friends of the show, Mr H & P-Noz, who both get s…

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Bonus Zoom Nonsense #2 35:11

2y ago35:11

35:11

This week, Jim, Del and Phil get together for another dollop of Monday night Zoom shenanigans where they discuss Del's action packed weekend as well as getting super excited for the live episode next Monday (20th). The boys have to prep for an appearance on a radio show this week and discuss why Jim cannot attend. Dannii Minogue pops up in conversa…

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Bonus Zoom Nonsense #1 43:16

2y ago43:16

43:16

This week, Jim, Del & Phil do something a little different as they meet up on Zoom to discuss their plans for the live show on Monday 20th June. An excuse to talk rubbish, have some laughs whilst also plugging the live show at The Crafty Casks in Rayleigh and trying to round up as many as you lovely "BLANKERS" as possible to pay us a visit and make…

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