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Exclusive interviews and reunions celebrating some of the biggest names in TV and film. A TV enthusiast’s paradise. There's also special shows and series and a regular Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz. Plus every now and then some original fresh comedy and drama. This is pure entertainment and fun. Enjoy! Definitely ‘more than a podcast’.
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message An interview that should have aired some time ago but we've been waiting to use it to mark the 40th anniversary of The Bill bursting on to our screens. It all began in 1983 but the actual full run series, later serial, began on the 16th …
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Sadly we've lost another tv and film great. Kenneth Cope has died at the age of 93. And here we have an interview he did with Ashley a few years ago. Much of this has never been broadcast before. Ken talks about being one of the early st…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message We're sad to hear the news that Brian Trueman has died at the aged of 92. Brian provided the soundtrack to so many characters of our childhoods, whether as a writer or actor. His work with Cosgrove Hall Films included Chorlton and the Wh…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message A special re-issuing of Rock, by Tim Fountain in tribute to the veteran actor Bette Bourne who has died at the age of 84. An excellent performance in this drama produced by DN producers' Made in Manchester as Bette plays Henry Wilson, Ho…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Ashley's catching up with Roy North who was the actor who became Basil Brush's sidekick in the early to mid 70s on The Basil Brush Show. The show hosted by the wily old fox lasted from the late 60s til the early 80s and became a favourit…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message We’ve been planning this for a while - and here they are by popular demand. Ronnie Le Drew with Zippy and George from the legendary kids tv series Rainbow. Ronnie chats to Ashley about the early years of Rainbow which started in 1972, ho…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message George Layton is prolific - he's done the lot - and he's still working in his early 80s. Both an actor and screenwriter, his career stretches from the early 50s and Children's Hour and working with Violet Carson (who played Ena Sharples …
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message A very special interview here with Lord Grade (Michael Grade) whose fingerprints are all over British TV - from the days when his uncle Lew ran ATV to his own stewardship of LWT, BBC, Channel 4 and Later ITV again. Michael has launched (…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Karen Grassle who played Caroline celebrates 50 years since the launch in 1974 of Little House on The Prairie. The then new show from America would pull in huge audiences all around the world including in the UK where it had a prime time…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Why Don't You?! played to millions of kids in the school holidays on BBC1. It began in 1973 and lasted until 1995, meaning the show touched several generations over nearly a quarter of a century. Among the presenters Ant from Ant and Dec…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message She was the voice behind one of the most well loved kids series of the 70s. Gay Soper was the person who brought to life the world of The Flumps. Pootle, Perkin, Posie, Ma and Pa Flump and Grandpa Flump all became real characters thanks …
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message A special interview and another real treat here for all fans of cult Australian drama series Prisoner Cell Block H. The show first aired twice a week down under in 1979 and quickly began pulling in huge figures. The big star from the sta…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Royston Mayoh was - and by reputation remains - one of the biggest names in British TV production. A writer and prolific director, Royston was involved with a plethora of top shows - This is Your Life, Opportunity Knocks, Tommy Cooper, L…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Royston Mayoh was - and by reputation remains - one of the biggest names in British TV production. A writer and prolific director, Royston was involved with a plethora of top shows - This is Your Life, Opportunity Knocks, Tommy Cooper, L…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message A special interview and a real treat here for all fans of iconic Australian drama series Prisoner Cell Block H. The show first aired twice a week down under in 1979 and quickly began pulling in huge figures. One of the early stars was Co…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message It was a legendary series and a character which Jon Pertwee made his own. Worzel Gummidge was loved by a generation of kids (and adults) in the late 70s and early 80s - and here we meet Jeremy Austin who played John - one of Worzel's lit…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message You Had At Me Hello! by David Payne On an evening shift in her deadly dull call centre job, Natalie connects with a caller who turns her life upside down. Cast: Natalie: Sarah Sinnott Jane: Gerry Johnson. Sound Editor: John Fryett Produc…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message He was everyone’s loveable layabout. Shelley played by Hywell Bennett was huge, pulling in massive viewing figures in the 70s and 80s. Very much of its time, when unemployment soared in the early years of Thatcher’s government, Shelley (…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Barry Evans was a huge star in the 60s, 70s and 80s. One of the heart-throbs of his day, he was recognisable to millions for his roles in several big ITV sitcoms like Doctor in the House and later as the teacher Mr Brown in the London We…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message A preview of some of the interviews and reunions lined up on Distinct Nostalgia for Christmas, New Year and early 2024. All this plus new comedy, new drama and the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz ...all back by popular demand. …
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Christmas Sitcom Special: 'Re-inventing Christmas' The girls are preparing for Christmas and ponder what would happen if Jesus was born in the UK today, while side-swiping at modern inventions that they see as old hat. Lindsay Eavis as F…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message New Series - Florrie and Dotty The girls are back, giving it large in 2023. They side-swipe at anything from cancel culture to cat-calling, dating to dancing and bungee-exercise to burlesque - and they don't hold back. Written by Janice …
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message New Series - Florrie and Dotty The girls are back, giving it large in 2023. They side-swipe at anything from cancel culture to cat-calling, dating to dancing and bungee-exercise to burlesque - and they don't hold back. Written by Janice …
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message New Series - Florrie and Dotty The girls are back, giving it large in 2023. They side-swipe at anything from cancel culture to cat-calling, dating to dancing and bungee-exercise to burlesque - and they don't hold back. Written by Janice …
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Welcome to Episode Six (and the final episode in this series) of What's Wrong with You?! - A ground breaking new comedy panel show produced by Made in Manchester (MIM). What’s Wrong With You? is the first show of its kind where every mem…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message With the news of David McCallum's death at the age of 90, we're playing out an exclusive never before heard interview with the man himself. Iain Mackness spoke to David during the pandemic a few years ago. It's a wide ranging chat in whi…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Welcome to Episode Five of What's Wrong with You?! - A ground breaking new comedy panel show produced by Made in Manchester (MIM). What’s Wrong With You? is the first show of its kind where every member of the panel and every guest has a…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Welcome to Episode Four of What's Wrong with You?! - A ground breaking new comedy panel show produced by Made in Manchester (MIM). What’s Wrong With You? is the first show of its kind where every member of the panel and every guest has a…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Welcome to Episode Three of What's Wrong with You?! - A ground breaking new comedy panel show produced by Made in Manchester (MIM). What’s Wrong With You? is the first show of its kind where every member of the panel and every guest has …
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Welcome to Episode Two of What's Wrong with You?! - A ground breaking new comedy panel show produced by Made in Manchester (MIM). What’s Wrong With You? is the first show of its kind where every member of the panel and every guest has a …
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Welcome to Episode One of What's Wrong with You?! - A ground breaking new comedy panel show produced by Made in Manchester (MIM). What’s Wrong With You? is the first show of its kind where every member of the panel and every guest has a …
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message It's 50 years since Man About The House first burst on our screens. The Thames TV gem which went on to spawn George and Mildred and Robin's Nest was created by the writing duo Cooke and Mortimer. And here one half of that writing partner…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message British film actress Janette Scott began her career in the 1940s as a child star. The daughter of Dame Thora Hird she went on to play leading roles in a plethora of films in the 50s and 60s. One time partner of Sir David Frost, Janette w…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message British film actress Janette Scott began her career in the 1940s as a child star. The daughter of Dame Thora Hird she went on to play leading roles in a plethora of films in the 50s and 60s. One time partner of Sir David Frost, Janette w…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message British film actress Janette Scott began her career in the 1940s as a child star. The daughter of Dame Thora Hird she went on to play leading roles in a plethora of films in the 50s and 60s. One time partner of Sir David Frost, Janette w…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Our celebration of all things Crossroads continues on Distinct Nostalgia - and this time we're meeting the prolific soap actor Graham Seed who played Charlie Mycroft. Graham shares memories of Crossroads, Coronation Street, Brookside, Th…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message It's Episode 4 of Series 6 of the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz and our fourth contestant is Caroline Heywood. Caroline has picked Dinner Ladies as her specialist subject but will she be a match for Kurt who was tested on Fat…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message We're broadcasting a special interview never heard before with the creator of Crossroads, the pioneering female TV executive Hazel Adair. Ashley Byrne conducted Hazel's very last interview and met her son Charles Marriot back in 2015. Ha…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message As the TV drama Nolly goes live on ITVX find out the real story behind Crossroads and Noele Gordon here as we re-release our special interview with Nolly's friend Tony Adams who played Adam Chance in the hit ATV drama serial which began …
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message It's Episode 3 of Series 6 of the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz and our third contestant is Mark Burrows. Mark has picked Only Fools and Horses as his specialist subject but will he be a match for Kurt who was tested on Fathe…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message The Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz hosted by Andy Hoyle returns for Series 6. In Episode 2 contestant Andrew is put through his paces on his knowledge of his special subject, the sitcom Frasier, before answering questions abou…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message We're re-releasing our interview with Early Doors star John Henshaw to coincide with the show's full two series repeat on BBC 4 on Saturday nights. John played landlord Ken in the brilliant sitcom - a gem of a comedy penned by Craig Cash…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Back to the Crown Court is a special documentary remembering one of the iconic TV shows of the 70s and 80s. People across the generations loved this ground breaking and unique show which was broadcast thrice weekly on the ITV Network. Us…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Wrong Side Out NEW COMEDY/DRAMA by Janice Fryett Betty lives in genteel Yorkshire (suburbia!) She might be an Octogenarian but she still uses her good looks to get out of tricky situations. If only her daughter, Julie, wouldn't keep tryi…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message The Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz hosted by Andy Hoyle returns for Series 6. In Episode 1 contestant Kurt is put through his paces on his knowledge of his special subject, the sitcom Father Ted, before answering questions abo…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message In a Christmas week special, Ashley digs through the Distinct Nostalgia archives for an interview that was never broadcast with Ruth Madoc. She remembers her time on Hi De Hi and how she got the part of Gladys in the first place. Ruth sa…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message For Christmas, we're broadcasting a special interview never heard before with the creator of Crossroads Hazel Adair. Ashley conducted Hazel's very last interview and met her son Charles Marriot back in 2015. Hazel's memory wasn't what it…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message A special preview looking ahead to what's in store this Christmas on Distinct Nostalgia. Listen NOW. Support the showBy MIM
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Channel 4 turns 40 . The first programme was Countdown with Richard Whiteley, Brookside launched that night, Channel 4 News and the careers of several well known comedy actors in The Comic Strip Presents.... Ch4 also launched an independ…
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message t began as Emmerdale Farm in 1972 and soon became a staple of the ITV schedules. Produced by Yorkshire Television and created by Kevin Laffan it had strong characters from the very start. And Distinct Nostalgia is celebrating those early…
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