Rainbow Valley

The return of Rainbow Valley – the podcast that tells the stories about the swinging decade. Episode 021 – The Zapruder Film.   Season three opens with the story of a sequence of film that runs for approximately 22 seconds.   A piece of 8mm film that is only 25 feet in length and yet is possibly the most watched piece of celluloid in history….and certainly the most famous home movie ever.   For within that 22 seconds, Dallas dress manufacturer, Abraham Zapruder managed to capture the death of the most powerful man on the planet on November 22nd 1963.     Ladies and gentlemen, Rainbow Valley is proud to present the story of The Zapruder Film     This and other episodes are available on our website  rainbowvalley.libsyn.com You can also find us on Player FM Sticher Spreaker I Heart Radio …and anywhere you download your podcasts   You can follow the podcast on Twitter @rv_podcast   Join our Facebook group   Or send us your thoughts and feedback to rainbowvalleypod@gmail.com   #Podpals #podernfamily   This has been a Stinking Pause production.   Thanks for listening Scott

The return of Rainbow Valley – the podcast that tells the stories about the swinging decade. Episode 022 - Tammi Terrell Join us as we tell the story of one of Motown's greatest stars. The story of a life cut tragically short, but thankfully a life that brought us one of the greatest soul singers of all time.  Ladies and gentlemen, Rainbow Valley is proud to present the story of Tammi Terrell. You can find us on Player FM   …and anywhere you download your podcasts   You can follow the podcast on Twitter @rv_podcast   Join our Facebook group   Or send us your thoughts and feedback to rainbowvalleypod@gmail.com   #Podpals #podernfamily   This has been a Stinking Pause production.   Thanks for listening Scott

Episode 020 of the Rainbow Valley podcast – telling the stories that made the swinging decade. Emil Savundra, for a brief period in the late sixties, was probably the most reviled man in the UK. A Sri Lankan swindler, the collapse of his Fire, Auto and Marine Insurance Company left about 400,000 motorists in the United Kingdom without coverage. As a post-war black marketeer, Savundra committed bribery and fraud on an international scale before settling in the UK to sell low-cost insurance in the fast-growing automotive market. By defaulting on mandatory securities, he funded a lavish lifestyle and travelled in fashionable circles. This attracted the attention of the press, who uncovered evidence of major fraud. In a TV interview with David Frost, Savundra demonstrated contempt for his defrauded customers (some of whom were in the studio audience) and denied any moral responsibility. That particular tv show witnessed the birth of trial by television and is a fascinating piece of broadcasting history.   Ladies and gentlemen, Rainbow Valley is proud to present the story of David Frost, Emil Savundra, and the trial by television.       This and other episodes are available on our website  rainbowvalley.libsyn.com   You can follow the podcast on Twitter @rv_podcast Join our Facebook group Or send us your thoughts and feedback to rainbowvalleypod@gmail.com #Podpals #podernfamily   This has been a Stinking Pause production.   Thanks for listening Scott http://rainbowvalley.libsyn.com/podcast

Episode 019 of The Rainbow Valley podcast – telling the stories that made the swinging decade.   Join me as I tell the story of one of the finest singers Britain has ever produced.   A true icon in the world of popular music, and one of the defining voices of the 1960s.   Ladies and gentlemen, Rainbow Valley is proud to present the story of Dusty Springfield.       This and other episodes are available on our website  rainbowvalley.libsyn.com   You can follow the podcast on Twitter @rv_podcast Join our Facebook group Or send us your thoughts and feedback to rainbowvalleypod@gmail.com #Podpals #podernfamily   This has been a Stinking Pause production.   Thanks for listening Scott http://rainbowvalley.libsyn.com/podcast

Episode 018 of The Rainbow Valley podcast – telling the stories that made the swinging decade. Join me as I tell the story of the movie that nearly brought 20th Century Fox crashing to the ground. The longest and most expensive movie ever made at the time. The movie that nearly killed it's leading lady, Elizabeth Taylor. The movie that sparked one of the greatest romances of the twentieth century. Ladies and gentlemen, Rainbow Valley is proud to present the story of the making of Cleopatra (1963)   This and other episodes are available on our website  rainbowvalley.libsyn.com   You can follow the podcast on Twitter @rv_podcast Join our Facebook group Or send us your thoughts and feedback to rainbowvalleypod@gmail.com #Podpals #podernfamily   This has been a Stinking Pause production.   Thanks for listening Scott http://rainbowvalley.libsyn.com/podcast

1963 - a massive year in terms of news events.    A year that would see an increase in tensions in America as the battle for racial equality raged on. It would be the year in which a scandal in the UK involving call girls, Russian spies and MPs , would eventually bring down the government.  The Beatles would begin their dominance of the UK chart signalling the beginning of the British invasion, the Russians would make history as the first woman blasts off into space and Martin Luther King would declare to the world that he had a dream.  Along with the Great Train Robbery, the beginning of what would become known as the Moors Murders, the death of the Pope, and the assassination of the US president it truly was one of the most remarkable twelve months in the swinging decade. Ladies and gentlemen, Rainbow Valley is proud to present the story of the hits and headlines from 1963.  

In London in the 1880s, the city was gripped by fear. A killer was prowling the cobbled, fog heavy streets of Whitechapel murdering prostitutes in a chilling reign of terror. Fast forward seventy years and a new killer was on the loose, this time, not in the impoverished Victorian East End, but towards the west. Again his victims of choice would be prostitutes. Believed to have claimed anything up to possibly seven lives, or even more, his identity, again like the infamous Jack, was never discovered….or was it? The newspapers dubbed him The Nude Killer or Jack the Stripper and his crimes are now pretty much forgotten. At the time, his crimes led to one of the largest manhunts in British history with some famous suspects along the way. There would be links to high ranking officials, world famous sportsmen and the Profumo affair.   Ladies and gentlemen, Rainbow Valley is proud to present the story of The Hammersmith Nude Murders.   This and other episodes are available on our website  rainbowvalley.libsyn.com   You can follow the podcast on Twitter @rv_podcast Join our Facebook group Or send us your thoughts and feedback to rainbowvalleypod@gmail.com   This has been a Stinking Pause production.   Thanks for listening Scott  

It can certainly be safe to say that the 1960s produced some of the most dramatic changes in the world of popular music. From the early days of rock and roll, through to the swinging beat scene, the British invasion, American surf music and right through to the San Francisco sound of the peace and love generation, there was a voice that was there from the beginning. That voice was still there at the end of the decade and beyond. Sadly that voice is largely unknown to today's generation. Some of today's kids would probably only be vaguely familiar with it if they are fans of some of the biggest and most popular movies to come out of that decade. Matt Monro was described as the UK's answer to Frank Sinatra, a label he detested. For Matt Monro was not an answer to anything. Matt Monro was unique, he was his own entity, had his own marvellous style, and was possibly the finest male popular music singer the UK has ever produced.   You can follow the podcast on Twitter @rv_podcast Join our Facebook group Website rainbowvalley.org Or send us your thoughts and feedback to rainbowvalleypod@gmail.com   This has been a Stinking Pause production.   Thanks for listening Scott  

The story of James Bond on the big screen is a tale of highs and lows, ups and downs, twists and turns.  The story of the making of the movies themselves is worthy of an Ian Fleming novel in its own right.  It is the story has taken over sixty years to tell, and is still being told today. As important to this story as Connery, Lazenby, Moore, Dalton, Brosnan and Craig is the story of three other men.  The three men who between them managed to bring one of the most successful and well-loved movie franchises to the big screen. No journey into the world of cinematic Bond can begin without a look of the importance of Messrs' Fleming, Broccoli and Saltzman.   To many people, James Bond is only an entity that can be found on the big screen. This, of course, is not the case. Bond was born long before 1962 when Sean Connery first introduced himself to Sylvia Trench at the casino in Dr No.   Many have said that Ian Fleming himself was the basis for the character of Bond, but as you will soon hear, the inspiration for the world's most famous spy came from a variety of sources and influences. Ladies and gentlemen, Rainbow Valley is proud to present the story of Dr No and the birth of James Bond on the big screen

Rainbow Valley - Episode 013   1962 – A year of worldwide upheaval, the continuing space race and the death of Hollywood's biggest sex symbol. The year would witness one of the most devastating air disasters as an Air France Boeing 707 would crash in Paris, John Glen would become the first American to orbit the earth and Albert Sabin would develop the first oral polio vaccine. Algeria Burundi and Jamaica would all gain their independence this year and the Telstar satellite would provide eth first live transatlantic television pictures. Along with an escape from Alcatraz, the A6 murders and Cuban Missile Crisis bringing the world closer than it's ever been to all out nuclear war, the soundtrack of the  year was provided by Elvis Presley, Cliff Richard and The Tornadoes, oh and a certain group from Liverpool released their first major single this year as well.   Ladies and gentlemen, Rainbow Valley is proud to present the story of the hits and headlines of 1962.   You can follow the podcast on Twitter @rv_podcast Join our Facebook group at facebook/rainbowvalleypodcast Website rainbowvalley.libsyn.com Or send us your thoughts and feedback to rainbowvalleypod@gmail.com This has been a Stinking Pause production

As we discovered in series one, the 1960s signified, for many, a decade of revolution, a decade of hope, a decade of immense change worldwide. We must not forget however that it was also a time of conflict, the cold war and racial tension. Musically, the world moved from the rock and roll era and crooners into the British invasion, folk music and peace and love along with hippies, drugs and Woodstock. If the sixties had ended on August  17th 1969 instead of the 31st December, Woodstock would be considered  a fitting finale to a turbulent decade but instead, just a few months later the sixties dream became its nightmare at another free concert, this time headlined by the Rolling Stones. With support from Santana, Jefferson Airplane and a host of other acts, events would unfold that led to the ugliest scenes in the history of rock music culminating in the deaths of four people. The sixties would end, not so much swinging but reeling towards one of the darkest of days in the world of entertainment in 1969 leaving a black shadow over the decade. Ladies and gentlemen, Rainbow Valley is proud to present the story of the Rolling Stones at Altamont. You can follow the podcast on Twitter @rv_podcast Join our Facebook group at facebook/rainbowvalleypodcast Website rainbowvalley.libsyn.com Or send us your thoughts and feedback to rainbowvalleypod@gmail.com This has been a Stinking Pause production

The Great Train Robbery was the robbery of £2.6 million from a Royal Mail train heading from Glasgow to London on the West Coast Main Line in the early hours of 8 August 1963, at Bridego Railway Bridge, Ledburn, near Mentmore in Buckinghamshire, England.   A robbery that took less than 30 minutes from start to finish, spread over a distance of 28 miles, and would net the gang involved the equivalent of over £38 million in today's money. The gang consisted of 15 members, four of which , still to this day, were never caught-their names not even known. The robbery was immediately dubbed the crime of the century, and is still spoken about today  for not only the planning and the preciseness of the raid, but also the mistakes and the bungling of the gang that led to their arrest…for some of them that is. For in addition to this there is the story of those that evaded capture for nearly fifty years becoming celebrities halfway around the globe. There is also the story of the police that were involved. The Flying Squad determined to capture those responsible at any cost. And the story of the families of the police officers, the gang and the victims. The audacity and the scale of the robbery fascinated the country, sticking two fingers up to the establishment as details unfolded in the daily newspapers and tv reports. And even today there remains this almost romantic notion of the cheeky gang of South London crooks that wouldn't hurt anyone being punished by harsh prison sentences- but as we will discover, people did get hurt. And as well as capturing the public's imagination, it horrified them in equal measure. Ladies and gentlemen, Rainbow Valley is proud to present the story of The Great Train Robbery. You can follow the podcast on Twitter @rv_podcast Join our Facebook group at facebook/rainbowvalleypodcast Website rainbowvalley.libsyn.com Or send us your thoughts and feedback to rainbowvalleypod@gmail.com   This has been a Stinking Pause production

Rainbow Valley - telling the stories from the decade that shook the world. Episode 037 - The Great Escape From Alcatraz (1962) On today's episode we are travelling to a place that was designed to be the end of the line. A place synonymous with impenetrable security and the bleakest form of penal servitude. It sits starkly in the turbulent, frigid waters of the San Francisco Bay. For twenty-nine years, from 1934 to 1963, Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary housed America's most notorious, incorrigible criminals. It was a fortress. The official stance was unequivocal: no one had ever successfully escaped Alcatraz and lived to tell the tale. Yet, in the early hours of June 12, 1962, that carefully constructed image of invincibility was shattered. Three men vanished, leaving behind a mystery that has captivated the world for over sixty decade Ladies and gentlemen, why not join Scott as he tells you the story of Frank Morris, the Anglin Brothers, and the unthinkable breach of "The Rock."    You can follow the podcast on Twitter @rv_podcast   This has been a Stinking Pause production Thanks for listening Scott  

Rainbow Valley - bringing you the stories from the decade that shook the world. Join your host, Scott, as he tells the tale of Viv Nicholson—a name synonymous with extravagance, drama, and unapologetic living. When this spirited pools winner declared she'd "spend, spend, spend!" after scooping £152,319 in 1961, she didn't just ignite public imagination—she carved her name into British cultural history Episode 036 - Spend Spend Spend – The Rise and Fall of Viv Nicholson (1961) 1961 – the sixties haven't really started swinging just yet, the Beatles were still finding their feet, and rationing was still a fresh memory for some  Then BAM! Viv Nicholson and her husband Keith, from Castleford strike it richer than a triple-chocolate gateau, pocketing a cool £152,000. In today's money, that's enough to make your eyes pop and your Monzo card spontaneously combust.  Now, Viv wasn't one for dithering or asking a financial advisor. Oh no. When the reporters buzzed around like bees to a jam scone, asking what she'd do with the money, out came those three little words that cemented her place in British folklore: "Spend, spend, spend!" And did she ever! It wasn't just a motto; it was practically a royal decree.  Forget sensible shares or boring bonds. Our Viv was all about the high life – think champagne wishes and caviar dreams, but with a proper Yorkshire accent. Cars, clothes, holidays… if it glittered, Viv was probably signing a cheque for it. The fortune famously vanished quicker than a pint on a hot day, but honestly, the sheer audacity, the pure, unadulterated joy of it all? That's the stuff legends are made of. Viv Nicholson, – she came, she saw, she shopped.   Ladies and gentlemen, why not join Scott as he tells you the story of  Spend Spend Spend – The Rise and Fall of Viv Nicholson.    You can follow the podcast on Twitter @rv_podcast Or send us your thoughts and feedback at rainbowvalleypod@gmail.com   This has been a Stinking Pause production Thanks for listening Scott

Rainbow Valley - bringing you the stories from the decade that shook the world. Join your host, Scott, as he continues the story of the death of a young woman and a man destined to become President of the USA. Episode 035 - Chappaquiddick Part Two (1969)   9:32 am – Eastern Standard Time on Wednesday July 16th 1969 and Apollo 11 blasts off from the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida  On board, Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins, carrying the hopes and dreams of the American public, eager to see the fulfillment of John F Kennedys promise to land a man on the moon before the end of the decade.  72 hours later and 1300 miles away at Edgartown police station, Martha's Vineyard, Edward, the youngest, and last surviving of the four Kennedy brothers, was putting the final touches to a carefully written statement – not a speech to some multi national corporation or an address to his fellow senators in Washington, but a 240 word police statement that would cost him the trust of the American people and also his chance of ever becoming President himself.  Ladies and gentlemen, Rainbow Valley is proud to present the conclusion to Chappaquiddick    You can follow the podcast on Twitter @rv_podcast Or send us your thoughts and feedback at rainbowvalleypod@gmail.com   This has been a Stinking Pause production Thanks for listening Scott

Rainbow Valley - bringing you the stories from the decade that shook the world. Join your host, Scott, for the story of the death of a young woman and a man destined to become President of the USA. Episode 034 - Chappaquiddick Part One (1969) July 16th 1969 and the world watched in awe as Apollo 11 blasted off from Cape Kennedy in Florida carrying the promise that President John F Kennedy had made to land a man on the moon by the end of the decade.  1300 miles further north, some 36 or so hours later, the spotlight would turn to the youngest of JFK's brothers, Teddy, and Chappaquiddick island at Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts. For it was on this evening that Senator Edward Kennedy would accidentally drive his car off the island's Dike Bridge into Poucha's Pond. An accident that would claim the life of his 28-year-old passenger, Mary Jo Kopechne, who was trapped inside the vehicle.  Inquests, inquiries and court hearings would follow over the next year, uncovering a tale of deceit and cover ups. An accident that would rob Kennedy of his chance of ever becoming President and claim the life of a young woman who many believe could have been saved.    You can follow the podcast on Twitter @rv_podcast Or send us your thoughts and feedback at rainbowvalleypod@gmail.com   This has been a Stinking Pause production Thanks for listening Scott

Rainbow Valley - bringing you the stories from the decade that shook the world. Join your host, Scott, as this week he recounts the tale of Goldie—the golden eagle who soared into the hearts of Londoners in 1965 with his daring escapades!   Episode 033 - Goldie And His Bid For Freedom   Picture this: it's a chilly February day, and Goldie, a majestic golden eagle residing at London Zoo, decides he's had enough of the cage life. While his keepers are cleaning his enclosure, Goldie seizes the moment and takes off into the skies above Regent's Park, leaving behind his mate, Regina, and a trail of chaos. For the next 12 days, Goldie became the talk of the town. He wasn't just any escapee; he was a celebrity. Crowds flocked to Regent's Park to catch a glimpse of the rebellious raptor, causing traffic jams as drivers circled the area hoping for a sighting. Goldie, meanwhile, was living his best life—gliding over the park, exploring nearby neighborhoods like Camden Town and Tottenham Court Road, and occasionally indulging in some predatory mischief. He even made headlines for snacking on a duck in the garden of Winfield House, the residence of the U.S. Ambassador. Talk about dining in style! The zoo's keepers tried everything to lure Goldie back. They borrowed equipment from the Royal Navy and Civil Defence Corps, and even enlisted the help of BBC reporter John Timpson, who attempted to charm Goldie with an Ethiopian bird pipe. Spoiler alert: Goldie wasn't impressed. He also had a run-in with two terriers in the park, but their owner managed to fend him off. Goldie was clearly enjoying his freedom, and the British public couldn't get enough of his antics. He was even mentioned in a debate in the House of Commons, where MPs greeted his name with cheers. Eventually, hunger got the better of Goldie. On March 11, the zoo's deputy head keeper tempted him with a dead rabbit, and Goldie swooped down for what would be his last picnic in the park. The keeper approached quietly, secured Goldie's legs, and brought him back to the zoo. Goldie was in good health and reunited with Regina, much to the delight of visitors. In fact, the zoo's attendance nearly doubled after his return—Goldie was a true crowd-puller. But Goldie wasn't done with his Houdini act. Later that year, in December, he escaped again! This time, his freedom lasted only four days before he was recaptured. Goldie's escapades cemented his status as one of London Zoo's most famous residents, and his story remains a delightful chapter in the city's history.   You can follow the podcast on Twitter @rv_podcast Or send us your thoughts and feedback at rainbowvalleypod@gmail.com   This has been a Stinking Pause production Thanks for listening Scott        

Rainbow Valley - bringing you the stories from the decade that shook the world.   Episode 032 - Tere Jo Dupperault - Orphan of the Sea (1961) The name Tere Jo Duperrault resonates with a chilling tale of survival and unfathomable tragedy. In 1961, at the tender age of 11, she became the sole survivor of a horrific crime that unfolded aboard the sailing yacht "Bluebelle," a voyage that transformed from a family vacation into a nightmare. Her story is a testament to the remarkable resilience of the human spirit amidst unimaginable adversity. The Duperrault family, seeking a tranquil escape, chartered the "Bluebelle" for a sailing excursion. However, this idyllic journey was abruptly and violently shattered by the actions of Julian Harvey, the ship's captain. Harvey, for reasons that remain shrouded in a complex web of motivations, murdered the entire Duperrault family. In the wake of this heinous act, Tere Jo was left adrift in the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean, a solitary figure facing the unforgiving elements. For four agonizing days, Tere Jo endured a harrowing ordeal that tested the limits of human endurance. Adrift on a small, fragile cork float, she battled the relentless sun, the gnawing pangs of dehydration, and the searing pain of severe sunburn. The vastness of the ocean, the isolation, and the constant threat of the elements created an environment of unimaginable terror. Yet, against all odds, she clung to life, her survival instinct propelling her through each grueling hour. Her eventual rescue by the crew of a Greek freighter marked the end of her physical ordeal, but the emotional and psychological scars of the trauma would endure. The world watched in stunned disbelief as the story of the young girl who survived against all odds unfolded. The incident garnered international attention, and Tere Jo's survival became a symbol of human resilience. Following her rescue, Tere Jo sought to rebuild her life, choosing to live a life of relative privacy away from the public eye. The enormity of her experience, the loss of her family, and the trauma of her ordeal required time and space for healing. In later years, Tere Jo, now known as Tere Duperrault Fassbender, chose to share her story, collaborating with Richard D. Logan Phd to document her experiences in a book. This decision to speak out was not driven by a desire for fame but by a desire to share a testament to the human capacity for survival and to honour the memory of her family. Her narrative serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the strength that can be found in the face of unimaginable adversity. The story of Tere Jo Duperrault remains a powerful and enduring narrative, a stark reminder of the darkest depths of human depravity and the extraordinary power of the human spirit to endure. It is a story that continues to resonate, prompting reflection on the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring impact of trauma.   You can follow the podcast on Twitter @rv_podcast Or send us your thoughts and feedback at rainbowvalleypod@gmail.com   This has been a Stinking Pause production Thanks for listening Scott  

Rainbow Valley - bringing you the stories from the decade that shook the world. Episode 031 - Sinatra at the Sands (1966) January/February 1966 and Frank Sinatra is headlining at the Copa Room at the Sands Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. Performing twice a day with the legendary Count Basie Orchestra, conducted by Quincy Jones, there is no doubt that Sinatra was at the top of his game. Having turned fifty only a few weeks before, he never sounded better and had the audience in the palm of his hand.   Over a period of seven days, some of those 90-minute concerts were recorded for what was to become surprisingly, Sinatra's first commercially available live album, and one of the greatest live albums of all time.  Ladies and gentlemen – Rainbow Valley is proud to present the story of Sinatra at the Sands    You can follow the podcast on Twitter @rv_podcast Or send us your thoughts and feedback at rainbowvalleypod@gmail.com   This has been a Stinking Pause production Thanks for listening Scott

Rainbow Valley - The Sixties Podcast. Telling the stories from the decade that shook the world.   The Apollo One Disaster     January 27th 1967, US astronauts Gus Grissom, Ed White and Roger Chaffee way made their way into a brand new spacecraft perched atop a large powerful Saturn Five rocket at Kennedy Space Centre in Florida. A routine dress rehearsal, and one of many, for their approaching launch into orbit less than a month away. All three astronauts were experienced pilots, all harbouring dreams of one day setting foot on the moon. But little did they know, nor did anyone else, that once they entered the spacecraft that chilly winters day, they would never leave it alive. The Apollo programme would be dangerously close to cancellation before it even got off the ground. The Apollo spacecraft was condemned from the start, comprising of miles of uninsulated wiring, tons of flammable materials confined in an atmosphere consisting of pure oxygen, and a hatch that wouldn't open. Public opinion was already turning against the space race, and the events of that January evening did nothing to boost their confidence in the programme. It is a story not only of how America continued to fulfil its destiny of placing a man on the moon, but also a valiant tale of the three American heroes who lost their lives in a horrific accident Ladies and gentlemen, Rainbow Valley is proud to present the story of Apollo One.   Don't forget you can also listen to our weekly sixties chart show evey Sunday on Mixcloud. Link below: https://www.mixcloud.com/scophi/rainbow-valley-sixties-chart-show-5th-march-2023/