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From Brick Phones to Scrunchies

From Brick Phones to Scrunchies

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In this episode, Hayley, Duncan, and Tommy take a nostalgic wander through the quirks and memories of decades past. Expect laughter, a few cringe moments, and plenty of "do you remember when…"

Hayley recalls her dad proudly showing off his first ever "mobile phone" — a grey brick so heavy it needed its own suitcase, complete with nosy neighbours coming round to marvel at it.

The gang dive into the era of yuppies — wine bars, striped suits, and even champagne used for unblocking toilets.

Duncan shares the story of his first brush with broadcasting, armed only with a Renault 5 and a phone the size of a breeze block.

Hayley talks about her accidental on-air debut during a sex and relationships show — and the awkwardness that followed.

The team swap memories of sticker collections, playground trades, and even Pokémon cards flying around Waterloo Station.

And finally, scrunchies make their comeback, both as hair accessories and (unexpectedly) in more unconventional ways.

A funny, warm, and occasionally outrageous trip down memory lane — this episode is full of retro gems you won't want to miss.

Perfect for: Anyone who remembers the "got, got, need" playground chant, misses the word "yuppie," or still has a scrunchie in their drawer.

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