In this episode, the gang takes a nostalgic stroll down memory lane, exploring the quirks of old-school technology, eccentric TV personalities, and the comfort of familiar films. From blinking answer phones to telephone seats in hallways, and from the delights of "Two Fat Ladies" to classic feel-good movies, we cover it all.

Plus, we dive into the peculiar joys of bingo, VHS discoveries, and the autobiographies (and biographies) that capture our imagination—or frustrate us.

What We Talk About:

Answer Phones & Telephone Seats: Remember the thrill of seeing a blinking light on your answering machine? Hayley, Tommy, and Duncan reminisce about landlines, hallways, and how messaging has changed over time.

Dial-a-Disc: A retro blast from the past—listening to pop songs via a telephone service from the '60s to '90s.

Eccentric TV Personalities: Celebrating legendary presenters like Keith Floyd, David Bellamy, and the iconic Two Fat Ladies, Jennifer Patterson and Clarissa Dixon Wright.

Bingo Memories: From Butlins to industrial bingo halls, the hosts share tales of bingo calling, dabbers, and rowdy crowds.

Comfort Films & Rewatchables: The movies we return to for warmth and nostalgia, including Home Alone, The Blues Brothers, Withnail & I, The Italian Job, and Groundhog Day.

Missed & Overrated Films: Hayley confesses she's never seen blockbusters like Titanic or Jurassic Park, while Tommy and Duncan debate cinematic classics.

Books We Love (or Hate): From Boris Johnson's autobiography to Jeffrey Bernard's Low Life, the hosts discuss the power of storytelling, self-deprecation, and occasionally frustrating reads.

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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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This week's episode takes a nostalgic (and slightly chaotic) dive into childhood memories of swimming pools, vending machines, and school sports days.

Duncan kicks things off with vivid recollections of the Littlehampton Swimming Centre, sparking a conversation about:

The unmistakable smell of chlorine, rubber swim caps, and verruca baths.

The legendary "No heavy petting" and "No dive bombing" signs – and a spirited debate on what "light petting" might have been.

Swimming tests that involved pyjamas, rubber bricks, and endless treading water.

Why soup vending machines were apparently a post-swim "thing" (and why it all tasted the same).

From there, the chat drifts into:

Childhood chip memories, from vending machine chips at Portsmouth Harbour to debates over crinkly vs. straight fries, and the merits of mayo, gravy, and curry sauce.

Food oddities like deep-fried Mars Bars, half-and-half (chips and rice), and the magic of late-night chippies in Liverpool.

School sports day classics – sack races, wheelbarrow races, egg-and-spoon chaos – and the grim reality of sitting on a coach in damp clothes with a soggy towel.

Overzealous parents at kids' sports days, and one very memorable PE teacher with a starting pistol.

It's equal parts funny, nostalgic, and a little bit surreal – from Lynx-scented changing rooms to naval survival training stories involving helicopters and sinking ship simulations.
Highlights you'll love:

Verrucas, witch-doctor cures, and the horror of slippery pool floors.

Why crinkle-cut chips are the ultimate mayo delivery system.

The dark truth about school sports day "cheerleaders."

And… the only good use for a fallen shipmate.

If you grew up with swimming lessons, sports days, or questionable vending machine snacks – this one will feel very familiar.

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