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Distinct Nostalgia

350 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings

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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A real 70s Kids TV Exclusive as we meet the voice behind The Flumps

February 18, 2024 22:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MB

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 to her tremendously talented acting. But though kids of the 70s remember the Flumps fondly, there was actually only 13 episodes in total. Here Gay tells Ashley where The Flumps came from and how she came up with their voices, developed their characters and...

On the Inside: We meet the legendary Val Lehman who played the iconic Bea Smith - one of the original stars of the iconic Aussie Drama Prisoner Cell Block H

February 09, 2024 21:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB

A special interview and another 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. The big star from the start was the legendary Val Lehman who played the iconic Bea Smith. The character quickly became known as top dog or 'Queen Bea' for the way she ran the roost in Wentworth Prison. In this episode of Distinct Nostalgia, Val tells Ashley how she landed the r...

On the Inside: We meet the legendary Val Lehman who played the iconic Bea Smith - one of the original stars of the cult Aussie Drama Prisoner Cell Block H

February 09, 2024 21:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB

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 start was the legendary Val Lehman who played the iconic Bea Smith. The character quickly became known as top dog or 'Queen Bea' for the way she ruled the roost in Wentworth Prison. In this episode of Distinct Nostalgia, Val tells Ashley how she landed the r...

TV Icons Behind the Scenes - At Home With Legendary British TV Director Royston Mayoh - Part Two

January 28, 2024 00:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MB

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, Les Dawson, Kenny Everett to name but a few. He started his career at ABC Television in Manchester and later worked or was associated with the legendary ITV Networks like Granada, Thames, Yorkshire and Tyne Tees. His new book 'Revelations of a TV Director' ...

TV Icons Behind the Scenes - At Home With Legendary British TV Director Royston Mayoh - Part One

January 20, 2024 21:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MB

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, Les Dawson, Kenny Everett to name but a few.  He started his career at ABC Television in Manchester and later worked or was associated with the legendary ITV Networks like Granada, Thames, Yorkshire and Tyne Tees. His new book 'Revelations of a TV Director...

On the Inside: We meet Collette Mann who played Doreen - one of the original stars of the iconic Aussie Drama Prisoner Cell Block H

January 08, 2024 22:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MB

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 Collette Mann who played Doreen. Collette was in her late 20s at the time and it was the first big show she'd done. Within weeks she was  a household name and couldn't go anywhere in Australia without being recognised. In this episode of Distinct Nostal...

New Year Week Exclusive as We Meet Worzel Gummidge's little friend John from the Legendary ITV series

January 01, 2024 23:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MB

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 little friends. John takes us back nearly half a century to the magical world he inhabited as a child for several summers with his co-star Charlotte Coleman (who played Sue) Playing brother and sister, they got to work with some of the biggest stars of TV an...

An Original 20 Minute Thriller for New Year’s Eve - You Had Me At Hello! by David Payne

December 30, 2023 23:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

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 Producer:Janice Fryett. Written by David Payne A Spinney Media Production for Made in Manchester Productions and Distinct Nostalgia Distinct Nostalgia costs in time and money and we'd greatly welcome your support via Patreon. See link below. Support the ...

Back to Shelley: Belinda Sinclair remembers playing Fran in the hit 70s/80s ITV sitcom

December 28, 2023 14:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MB

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 (produced by Thames Television)  kicked back against authority and with his sardonic wit captivated millions going through the same situation.  But amazingly the series has stood the test of time and Shelley’s often intelligent monologue ramblings would prob...

Remembering a Sitcom Icon: The Life and Death of 60s, 70s and 80s TV heart-throb Barry Evans

December 26, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MB

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 Weekend hit Mind Your Language. But Barry kept himself to himself and was a very private figure. Little has ever really been said or written about him until now Here Ashley chat's to Daniel Ward who has just published a new book about Barry's life and death...

A star studded series of shows Coming Soon from Distinct Nostalgia

December 24, 2023 18:00 - 5 minutes - 3.5 MB

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. Stay subscribed and you won't miss anything when it lands. You can also follow the latest news on our releases on X at @distinctbyMIM And please do drop us a line if you've an idea for an interview, reunion or special documentary. Email info@madeinmanchest...

ORIGINAL NEW COMEDY: Florrie and Dotty Sitcom Special - Re-inventing Christmas

December 22, 2023 14:00 - 11 minutes - 7.99 MB

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 Florrie Janice Fryett as Dotty Written by Janice Fryett.  Editor: John Fryett. A Spinney Audio Production for Distinct Nostalgia. This year Lindsay has appeared on TV in The Bay and Documentary Now as well as northern stages and the current Northern Rai...

ORIGINAL NEW COMEDY - New Series: Florrie and Dotty are back - Episode 3: Buckets of Dates

November 05, 2023 09:00 - 6 minutes - 4.61 MB

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 Fryett, with Lindsay Eavis as Florrie, and Janice Fryett as Dotty Episode 3 - Buckets of Dates A Spinney Audio Production for Distinct Nostalgia. Since you last heard from them, Lindsay has appeared on TV in The Bay and Documentary Now as well as norther...

ORIGINAL NEW COMEDY - New Series: Florrie and Dotty are back - Episode 2: Cancel and Continue

October 28, 2023 18:00 - 5 minutes - 4.12 MB

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 Fryett, with Lindsay Eavis as Florrie, and Janice Fryett as Dotty Episode 2 - Cancel and Continue A Spinney Media Production for Distinct Nostalgia. Since you last heard from them, Lindsay has appeared on TV in The Bay and Documentary Now as well as nor...

ORIGINAL NEW COMEDY - New Series: Florrie and Dotty are back - Episode 1: Delusion

October 21, 2023 18:00 - 7 minutes - 4.94 MB

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 Fryett, with Lindsay Eavis as Florrie, and Janice Fryett as Dotty Episode 1 - Delusion A Spinney Media Production for Distinct Nostalgia. Since you last heard from them, Lindsay has appeared on TV in The Bay and Documentary Now as well as northern stages...

What’s Wrong With You? Episode 6 - Brand New Comedy Panel Show about disability with Pete Selwood, Laurence Clark and Don Biswas. Special Guests, comedian Sam Serrano and comedian and actor Josh Pugh

October 03, 2023 18:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MB

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 member of the panel and every guest has a disability. Hosted by comedian Pete Selwood with regular panellists Laurence Clark and Don Biswas, guests across the series include British comedian of the Year Dan Tiernan, comic Harriet Dyer and Coronation Street Sta...

Celebrating British Icons: In Memory of Legendary Film and TV Actor David McCallum who has died at the age of 90 - an exclusive never before heard interview with the man himself talking about his life and career

September 26, 2023 00:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

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 which David talks about many of his biggest roles in a long and illustrious career in Britain and the United States.  From Man from Uncle to Sapphire and Steel and NCIS, David's work is known across the generations.  Enjoy this special tribute. RIP one of the gr...

What’s Wrong With You? Episode 5 - Brand New Comedy Panel Show about disability with Pete Selwood, Laurence Clark and Don Biswas. Special Guests, Multi Gold winning Paralympian Tanni Grey-Thompson and actor Sam Barnard

September 25, 2023 21:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

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 disability. Hosted by comedian Pete Selwood with regular panellists Laurence Clark and Don Biswas, guests across the series include British comedian of the Year Dan Tiernan, comic Harriet Dyer and Coronation Street Star Cherylee Houston.  Guests in Episod...

What’s Wrong With You? Episode 4 - Brand New Comedy Panel Show about disability with Pete Selwood, Laurence Clark and Don Biswas. Special Guests, Comedian Aaron Simmonds and Paralympian Jack Hunter-Spivey

September 19, 2023 19:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MB

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 disability. Hosted by comedian Pete Selwood with regular panelists Laurence Clark and Don Biswas, guests across the series include British comedian of the Year Dan Tiernan, comic Harriet Dyer and multi gold winning Paralympian Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson ...

What’s Wrong With You? Episode 3 - Brand New Comedy Panel Show about disability with Pete Selwood, Laurence Clark and Don Biswas. Special Guests, Comedian, actor and film star Jack Carroll and comedian George Zach

September 12, 2023 17:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

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 a disability. Hosted by comedian Pete Selwood with regular panelists Laurence Clark and Don Biswas, guests across the series include British comedian of the Year Dan Tiernan, comic Harriet Dyer and multi gold winning Paralympian Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson...

What’s Wrong With You? Episode 2 - Brand New Comedy Panel Show about disability with Pete Selwood, Laurence Clark and Don Biswas. Special Guests, Coronation Street star Cherylee Houston and comedian and actor Toby Hadoke

September 04, 2023 22:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MB

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 disability. Hosted by comedian Pete Selwood with regular panelists Laurence Clark and Don Biswas, guests across the series include Eaten by Lions film star and comic Jack Carroll, British comedian of the Year Dan Tiernan, comic Harriet Dyer and multi gold w...

What’s Wrong With You? Episode 1 - Brand New Comedy Panel Show about disability with Pete Selwood, Laurence Clark and Don Biswas. Special Guests, comedians Harriet Dyer and Dan Tiernan

August 28, 2023 20:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

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 disability. Hosted by comedian Pet Selwood with regular panelists Laurence Clark and Don Biswas, guests across the series include Coronation Street star Cherylee Houston, her partner, actor & comedian Toby Hadoke, Eaten by Lions film star and comic Jack Ca...

Celebrating British Icons - in Conversation with Brian Cooke: writer and co-creator of top ITV sitcoms Man About The House, George and Mildred, Robins Nest and much more

August 24, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 59.3 MB

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 partnership Brian Cooke talks to Ashley about his long career which started out in cartoons. They chat about the origins of some of those sitcoms and why the partnership between Cooke and Mortimer endured for so many years. Brian also wrote Keep it in the Family amo...

Celebrating British Icons - Dame Thora Hird's daughter Janette Scott on life as a star in the Golden Age of Cinema - Part Three

July 25, 2023 17:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

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 was also married to the singer Mel Torme. In Part Three, Janette talks about giving up acting, her marriage to a musical superstar, more about Sir David Frost and her mum's latter years as a 'national treasure'. The Celebrating British Icons Season will cont...

Celebrating British Icons - Dame Thora Hird's daughter Janette Scott on life as a star in the Golden Age of Cinema - Part Two

July 08, 2023 20:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MB

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 was also married to the singer Mel Torme. In Part Two of this special interview (recorded during the Pandemic) she speaks candidly to Ashley about becoming a Hollywood star, working with Burt Lancaster and Kirk Douglas, her first screen kiss, her first marriag...

Celebrating British Icons - Dame Thora Hird's daughter Janette Scott on life as a star in the Golden Age of Cinema - Part One

June 24, 2023 18:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MB

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 was also married to the singer Mel Torme. In Part One of this special interview (recorded during the Pandemic) she speaks candidly to Ashley about her life in Beverly Hills and working with a variety of names including James Stewart, Ronald Reagan, Gene Kelly,...

Crossroads Special: In Conversation with Graham Seed who played assistant manager Charlie Mycroft

March 13, 2023 11:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MB

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, The Archers and Victoria Wood among others. And don't forget, you can find a whole host of other Crossroads related interviews and exclusives in the Distinct Nostalgia archive including the last ever interview with creator Hazel Adair, a candid chat with Tony ...

The Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz Series 6, Episode 4 (Specialist Subject - Dinner Ladies), How Well Will You Do?

March 02, 2023 18:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MB

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 Father Ted, Andrew who remembered Frasier or Mark who was tested on Only Fools and Horses (all still available to hear on Distinct Nostalgia, just scroll down the fee).  Caroline also faces 10 general knowledge entertainment related questions. But will choose t...

Crossroads Special: In Conversation with creator and iconic female TV pioneer Hazel Adair

February 19, 2023 20:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MB

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. Hazel's memory wasn't what it had been but she did remember plenty of key points from her long career in radio, tv and film. There's a few surprises along the way as Hazel talks about making several TV breakthroughs including the very first female focused soap....

Crossroads Special: Nolly's friend Tony Adams on his time at the Midlands' Motel

February 04, 2023 08:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MB

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 in 1964 and ran for 24 years the first time round. In a candid and often very funny look back, Tony talks to Ashley Byrne about joining the soap in 1978 and recalls some of the great actors he worked with on the show.  Wobbly sets, missing lines, running sho...

The Distinct Nostalgia MIND OF THE MONTH Quiz - Series 6, Episode 3. (Special Subject Only Fools and Horses) How Well Will You Do?

February 02, 2023 11:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

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 Father Ted or Andrew who remembered Frasier in Episodes 1 and 2 (still available to hear).  Mark faces 10 general knowledge entertainment related questions plus a grilling from a celebrity - this time it's Chloe Newsome from Corrie or John Henshaw from Early Doors...

The Distinct Nostalgia MIND OF THE MONTH QUIZ - Series 6, Episode 2 (special subject Frasier) - How Well will You Do?

January 20, 2023 01:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

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 about entertainment - tv, film, radio - more generally.  See how you do compared to Andrew. Future series will include the chance to win a Distinct Nostalgia mug and T Shirt.  Enter your interest in becoming a contestant by email [email protected] Distin...

Early Doors Special - We re-release our John Henshaw chat as much loved and missed show is repeated in full after 20 Years

January 07, 2023 16:00 - 35 minutes - 24 MB

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 and Phil Mealey.  John recalls how it all started and how he got the part as well as what he thinks was the secret behind its success. Only running for 2 series, did Early Doors end too soon? And what of all those fabulous character creations. Lots of grea...

Back to the Crown Court - A Special Distinct Nostalgia Documentary remembering the legendary Granada TV series

January 03, 2023 22:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MB

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. Using a real jury, the drama was played out in real time with a plethora of big name actors together with many cutting their teeth in telly for the first time. One of the first daytime TV shows, it was produced at Granada Television in Manchester and in this pr...

Original Comedy Drama - Generation Games - WRONG SIDE OUT by Janice Fryett - starring Emmerdale legend Jean Rogers

December 30, 2022 10:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MB

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 trying to shove her into a care home. Betty's younger daughter, Lin, understands she is an independent woman who can cope on her own. But who is right? A tale of an evolving mother-daughter dynamic with a dash of sibling rivalry, rising frustrations, misunder...

The Distinct Nostalgia MIND OF THE MONTH QUIZ - Series 6, Episode 1 (special subject Father Ted) - How Well will You Do?

December 29, 2022 13:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MB

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 about entertainment - tv, film, radio - more generally.  See how you do compared to Kurt. Future series will include the chance to win a Distinct Nostalgia mug and T Shirt.  Enter your interest in becoming a contestant by email [email protected] Distinc...

Remembering Ruth Madoc: Distinct Nostalgia Christmas Week Special

December 27, 2022 03:00 - 13 minutes - 9.44 MB

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 sadly died earlier this month at the age of 79 after a fall. We're all going to miss her. Keep listening at the end of the interview to find out what else is in store from Distinct Nostalgia over this Christmas and New Year break. Distinct Nostalgia is an MIM ...

Crossroads Christmas Exclusive - The last ever interview with creator Hazel Adair

December 25, 2022 14:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

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 had been but she did remember plenty of key points from her long career in radio, tv and film. There's a few surprises along the way. Enjoy! Distinct Nostalgia is an MIM Production.  NOTE: The Distinct Nostalgia theme is owned by MIM Productions and compos...

Christmas on Distinct Nostalgia PREVIEW - Crown Court, Crossroads and Ruth Madoc Exclusives PLUS New Comedy drama starring Emmerdale Farm legend Jean Rogers

December 21, 2022 16:00 - 2 minutes - 1.8 MB

A special preview looking ahead to what's in store this Christmas on Distinct Nostalgia. Listen NOW. Support the show

40 Years of Channel 4 - Paul Coia the first voice on Ch4 remembers opening night 4 decades ago

November 02, 2022 11:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

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 independent tv production sector and a new British film industry. Here Ashley reminisces with the first voice on Ch 4, announcer Paul Coia. Enjoy! Distinct Nostalgia is an MIM Production.  NOTE: The Distinct Nostalgia theme is owned by MIM Productions and composed ...

50 Years of Emmerdale - The Matt and Dolly Reunion. Back to the beginnings with Freddie Pyne and Jean Rogers

October 19, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 65 MB

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 years when the farm and farming was the main focus with a series of interviews and reunions. Here we deliver a near two hour treat for Emmerdale Farm fans as we bring you a reunion of the iconic Matt and Dolly - Freddie Pyne who was there at the very start i...

50 Years of Emmerdale - The Matt and Dolly Reunion. Back to the beginnings with Freddie Pyne and Jean Rogers

October 19, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 65 MB

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 years when the farm and farming was the main focus with a series of interviews and reunions. Here we deliver a near two hour treat for Emmerdale Farm fans as we bring you a reunion of the iconic Matt and Dolly - Freddie Pyne who was there at the very start i...

50 Years of Emmerdale - Reuniting Sandie (Jane Hutcheson) and Jackie Merrick (Ian Sharrock)

October 16, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MB

It 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 years when the farm and farming was the main focus with a series of interviews and reunions. Second up, it's Jane Hutcheson who played Sandie Merrick who is reunited here with her screen brother Jackie (played by Ian Sharrock)   Enjoy! NOTE: The Distinct N...

50 Years of Emmerdale - Diana Davies remembers her years as Mrs Bates

October 16, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MB

It 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 years when the farm and farming was the main focus with a series of interviews and reunions. First up Diana Davies who played Mrs Bates (brought in to tame NYEstates boss and Emmerdale Farm nemesis Alan Turner). With memories of Emmerdale and much more, Ash...

Great British Sitcom - We Meet Graham Bickley who played Joey Boswell in hit 80s comedy Bread

August 10, 2022 01:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MB

He played one of the most popular sitcom characters of the 1980s in one of the biggest shows of the decade. Graham Bickley landed a role in Bread and the rest is history. Here he talks to Ashley about what it was like to take over playing a huge character from someone else. And he tells us about Carla Lane's general premise and hopes and wishes for the show which was set in her native Liverpool.   If you'd like to suggest an interview (or reunion) with a past star/stars of any soap, comedy,...

Great British Sitcom - We Meet John Henshaw from comedy gem Early Doors

July 09, 2022 12:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB

Another great sitcom interview from the Distinct Nostalgia team. This time with John Henshaw who played Ken in the brilliant Early Doors - a gem of a comedy penned by Craig Cash and Phil Mealey.  John recalls how it all started and how he got the part as well as what he thinks was the secret behind its success. Only running for 2 series, did Early Doors end too soon? And what of all those fabulous character creations. Lots of great memories .... If you'd like to suggest an interview (or reu...

Great British Sitcom Mike Grady (Part 2) - we meet 'Barry' from Last of the Summer Wine

June 19, 2022 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB

In Part 2 of our interview, Mike Grady remembers the three legends of Last of the Summer Wine - Bill Owen, Peter Sallis and Brian Wilde as well as other iconic regulars like Kathy Staff who played Nora Batty and Jean Alexander who played Auntie Wainwright. He also talks about what it was like to play Barry for so many years. Photo credit: Brandon Bishop If you'd like to suggest an interview (or reunion) with a past star/stars of any soap, comedy, drama. children's series, quiz show or fi...

Great British Sitcom: Mike Grady (Part 1) - we meet 'Barry' from Last of the Summer Wine and 'Ken' from Citizen Smith

June 18, 2022 14:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MB

A two part interview with Mike Grady who is well known for his roles in two classic British sitcoms - Citizen Smith by John Sullivan and Last of the Summer Wine by Roy Clarke. He talks to Ashley about his time in both shows as well as appearances in Coronation Street. Some great memories of the plethora of great actors he's worked with and an uncanny impression of Peter Sallis in Part2 coming soon. Photo credit: Brandon Bishop If you'd like to suggest an interview (or reunion) with a pas...

Great British Sitcom - We Meet Vivienne Johnson who played Young Mr Grace's nurse in Are You Being Served

May 22, 2022 20:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MB

She was in 3 series of Are You Being Served and is one of the few surviving members of the cast of the hit British sitcom which was popular all over the world.  Ashley has been speaking to Vivienne Johnson who played Young Mr Grace's nurse. Take a trip down memory lane as Vivienne remembers her time in the show which ran for 13 years. If you'd like to suggest an interview (or reunion) with a past star/stars of any soap, comedy, drama. children's series, quiz show or film, then please drop ...

Great British Film - We meet Murray Head, star of multi-award winning Sunday Bloody Sunday

April 17, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MB

Murray Head was suddenly thrust into the limelight in 1971 as he played the love interest for Peter Finch and Glenda Jackson's characters in the film Sunday Bloody Sunday. He had the role of a young bisexual man involved in an open love triangle with a gay Jewish doctor and a middle aged divorcee. The film saw a kiss between two men, only a few years after male homosexuality had been decriminalized in England and Wales.  The movie was ground breaking and is still one of the few that has ever...