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A celebration of growing up in Britain in the 1970's and the huge part TV played in our lives. You can comment on episodes, suggest subjects for future podcasts and, of course, share your memories with us on our blog www.my70sTVchildhood.com
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Welcome to a very special episode of My 70's TV Childhood! This is our 200th episode! That's right, we've now published 200 episodes of podcast land's favourite podcast celebrating what it was like to grow up as a child in the 1970s and the important part that television played in our lives back then. We are now into our 7th season, and I still can't believe that we are still going strong, still growing our band of dedicated listeners, and still finding all sorts of things to discuss. 💬 What...
“Here is the News…” 📰 This week’s quiz is all about the newsreaders who brought us the headlines in the 70s. I’ll give you the name of a newsreader, and you just have to tell me whether they were on the BBC or ITN. Simple! We’ve now recorded 64 quizzes, which means there are over 1,280 questions in our back catalogue. Blimey. If you’re new here, welcome, and good luck catching up! We know you can do it 💪 ️ 💬 What to Expect: Round 1: Here is the News — I’ll give you the...
It was silly, it was intellectual, and it was like nothing anyone had ever seen before. This week, we're revisiting the chaotic and brilliant world of Monty Python's Flying Circus. From the Ministry of Silly Walks to the Spanish Inquisition, Monty Python's unique brand of absurd humour revolutionised comedy and left a lasting impact on British culture. In this episode, we explore the origins of the Pythons, the creation of their groundbreaking show, and the sketches that have become legendar...
"I'm free!" "Ooh, you are awful!" "Nice to see you, to see you..." This week's quiz is all about the catchphrases that defined 70s telly. Can you remember who said what? Some are dead easy, others might have you scratching your head. We've now recorded 63 quizzes, which means over 1,260 questions floating about in our back catalogue. Blimey. If you're new here, welcome, and good luck catching up! We know you can do it 💪 💬 What to Expect: Round 1: Catchphrase - I'll give you ...
Theirs wasn't a romance for the ages. But it was one of the most honest love stories on 70s TV. With Valentine's Day just behind us, I've been thinking about the unforgettable marriage of George and Mildred Roper. They started as landlords in 'Man About the House', but their bickering, aspirational, and deeply familiar dynamic stole the show. Their own spinoff, 'George and Mildred', cemented their place as a television institution. In this episode, I explore why their relationship—funny, awkw...
Hands up if you where glued to Wacky Races! This week's quiz is a proper test of your memory. Can you remember who drove what? Some of these are trickier than Dick Dastardly's schemes. We've now recorded 62 quizzes, which means over 1,240 questions floating about in our back catalogue. Blimey. If you're new here, welcome, and good luck catching up! We know you can do it💪 💬 What to Expect: Round 1: Dangerous Drivers - Match the Wacky Races cars to their drivers. The Boulder Mobile? The M...
This made me cry with laughter. That is the honest truth about Ripping Yarns, and it still does nearly 50 years later. Michael Palin and Terry Jones, the creative minds behind Monty Python, took the classic British adventure stories I grew up reading and gave them a brilliant, absurdist twist. Between 1976 and 1979, they created nine episodes that understood their subject so well they could deconstruct it with precision and humour. In this episode, I explore why Ripping Yarns remains on...
Hello and welcome back to the My 70’s TV Childhood Quiz! This is the 61st edition of our fortnightly trivia challenge dedicated to the golden age of British television. Thanks for all your comments on the last quiz. A few of you found it tricky, but with some scores in the high teens, it seems we’re pitching it just right! Ready to test your knowledge again? Grab a pen, paper, and your favourite beverage, and let’s begin 💬 What to Expect: •🎲 Round 1: The Name of the Game - Can you ident...
This week, we’re bracing ourselves for chaos and cringing with affection as we revisit one of the most iconic sitcoms of the 1970s: “Some Mothers Do ’Ave ’Em”! Join me as we return to the world of the hapless but well-meaning Frank Spencer, brought to life by the incredible Michael Crawford. We’ll explore the jaw-dropping stunts, the unforgettable catchphrases, and the surprisingly heartwarming relationship between Frank and his long-suffering wife, Betty. 💬 What to Expect: •The Man Behind th...
Welcome to the first My 70s TV Childhood Quiz of 2026! Happy New Year! We're back for season seven of the podcast, and this is the 60th edition of our seventies TV trivia quiz. If you haven't played before, it's simple: 20 questions across four rounds, one point per correct answer. Grab a pen, paper, and your favourite beverage, and let's see how you do! What to Expect: 🍹 Round 1: Dry January - Drinks featured in 70s TV shows 📺 Round 2: Marathon or Phil Rouge - Questions about previous ...
Join as we take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, from school sports day memories to the legendary competition that inspired generations of British children. Featuring the iconic Ron Pickering, celebrity sporting guests, and the unforgettable moment when winners got to jump into the swimming pool. What to Expect: 🏃 A personal journey through 1970s school sports days, from creosote-marked running tracks to the infamous high jump rope 🏆 The story of We Are the Champions: how a BBC show turned...
This week, we're joined by longtime listener and friend of the podcast, Lee, to talk about a beloved Christmas tradition: the Christmas Annual! If you overindulged on turkey and all the trimmings on Christmas Day, we hope you're enjoying this time between Christmas and New Year. And if you did get Action Man, Buckaroo, and Cluedo in your stocking this year, then well done! One thing we haven't spoken about that much is the Christmas annual. As children, we loved getting a few annuals alongsid...
Welcome to a very special edition of our 70s TV trivia quiz! This is our pre-Christmas quiz, designed to keep you and your nearest and dearest entertained over the holiday period. And this quiz has a difference: all 30 questions have been provided by you, our listeners! A huge thank you to Russell, Mark F, Lee, Ed, Mark G, Gillian, Andrew, Kath, and Brian for sending in their brilliant 70s TV posers. 💬 What to Expect: 📺 Round 1: Relatively Speaking - questions about TV relatives 📺 Round 2: Sc...
This week, we're getting festive and taking a trip down memory lane to look at the best-selling Christmas toys of the 1970s! From the toys we desperately wanted (thanks to all those adverts) to the ones that actually made it under the tree. 💬 What to Expect: 🎁 A year-by-year rundown of the most popular Christmas toys from 1970 to 1979 📺 The great Christmas Day dilemma: watch Morecambe and Wise or play with your new Subbuteo? 🎮 How toys evolved from Pet Rocks to the Sony Walkman ❤️ A reminder ...
This week, we're testing your memory of the iconic Blue Peter appeals in a round called "And the Totaliser Says..." Do you remember what we were collecting all those stamps, postcards, and bottle tops for? 💬 What to Expect: 📺1: And the Totaliser Says... - questions about the classic Blue Peter appeals 📺2: Marathon/Fil Rouge - questions from previous podcast episodes 📺3: Name That Tune - theme tunes from 1974 📺4: TV Times - general 70s TV trivia Last Chance! This is your final opportunit...
Join me as I dig into the dusty archives to remember a US import that landed on UK screens in a very unusual way: Big John, Little John. This week, we explore this short-lived sitcom about a 40-year-old science teacher who accidentally drinks from the Fountain of Youth and keeps turning into his 12-year-old self. It was a show that flipped the classic "I wish I was a kid again" trope on its head, showing the hilarious chaos that ensues when you have no control over the change. We'll discuss i...
Welcome to Quiz #57! This week, we're taking a trip down memory lane with a round all about classic 70s TV adverts in "Commercial Break." From secret lemonade drinkers to the best lager in the world, we're testing your memory of those iconic ads. What's in this episode: Round 1: Commercial Break - questions about iconic 70s TV advertsRound 2: Marathon/Fil Rouge - questions from previous podcast episodesRound 3: Name That Tune - theme tunes from 1979Round 4: TV Times - general 70s TV triviaBon...
Join me as I dig into the dusty archives of My 70's TV Childhood Towers to explore a little slice of eccentric brilliance: Michael Bentine's Potty Time. This unique episode explores a specific moment in television history when tiny wooden puppets, daft voices, and impossible chaos ruled the screen. From the mind of the "fourth Goon," Michael Bentine, this show brought a handmade charm and gentle surrealism that feels quintessentially British. We'll explore the history of the show, the man beh...
Welcome to Quiz #56! This week, we're taking a look back at the terrifying public information films that haunted our childhoods in a round called "Remember, Remember." What's in this episode: Round 1: Remember, Remember - questions about those infamous public information filmsRound 2: Marathon/Fil Rouge - questions from previous podcast episodesRound 3: Name That Tune - theme tunes from 1978Round 4: TV Times - general 70s TV triviaBonus QuestionExciting News: We still need your questions for ...
Join me as I dig into the dusty archives of My 70's TV Childhood Towers to explore one of the most popular but slightly bizarre double acts in British television: Rod Hull and Emu. If you were growing up in the 70s and early 80s, you'll almost certainly remember the bizarre sight of one man and an arm-length emu puppet tearing through TV studios, visiting school-holiday specials, wrestling chat-show hosts, and generally causing mayhem. Today we'll look at how the act started, why it resonated...
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