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Round The Archives
Lisa, Andrew and their friends explore the best (and some of the worst!) of archive television with as much detail as they can manage and as many awful jokes as they dare!
"It's Jim Hacker Simulator, effectively!"This time Ben Baker, writer and podcaster, joins the 'RTA' Team to talk about his latest book 'Kiss Your Television', his 'ALFsplaining' podcast, his fear of 'Worzel Gummidge', why 'Gladiators' doesn't have warm-up by Felix Bowness and how he once had his very own Christmas edition of 'Bullseye'.'Round The Archives In Conversation' Episode 23 stars Ben Baker, Lisa Parker and Andrew Trowbridge.Ben Baker's links can be found at https://linktr.ee/BenBakerBooksHis books can be found on Lulu at https://www.lulu.com/spotlight/benbakerpresentsAnd the 'ALFsplaining' podcast is at https://linktr.ee/alfsplainingThe music was by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler.The cover art was by Martin Holmes.'Round The Archives' is produced by Andrew Trowbridge and Lisa Parker.
The Christmas at 'Crossroads' Special."Is it hissy or are his pots boiling over?"(SPOILER WARNING : In this episode, we discuss many of the plotlines from the 1970s episodes of 'Crossroads', so be aware if you've not watched them yet...)This time Lisa and Andrew check in to 'Crossroads' to relive every Christmas from 1974 to 1979 and meet all the staff, residents and family. With tinsel, music and drama in abundance, this is a fond celebration of both the festive season and ATV's most famous motel. So join us for talk of Shughie's bagpipes, Benny's knackered old car, Meg's sudden outbreaks of singing and the complete & utter shattering of the fourth wall...'Round The Archives In Conversation' Episode 22 stars Lisa Parker and Andrew Trowbridge.The opening music was by Dan Tate.The cover art was by Martin Holmes.'Round The Archives' is produced by Andrew Trowbridge and Lisa Parker.
Episode 68 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast sees us in a literary mood as we chat to Tim Worthington about his new book 'The Golden Age Of Children's TV'.We then pop back to 1969 for some rousing songs from Harry Secombe and friends in the colourful BBC production of 'Pickwick'.Edward Kellett then reads an extract from the first volume of 'Reaching A Verdict' part of his ongoing analysis of 'The Bill'.Finally, we fall down a rabbit hole, looking at the 1966 Jonathan Miller version of 'Alice In Wonderland' where an amazing cast assemble to be as strange as possible!That's all in Episode 68 of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Tim Worthington and Edward Kellett.Tim Worthington's website is at https://timworthington.org/ with more details of his range of books and Edward Kellett's books on 'The Bill' are available from https://www.devonfirebooks.com/The 'Round The Archives' Cartoon and Essay collections by Martin Holmes are also available on Lulu.com.If you've enjoyed this episode of 'Round The Archives', please leave us a star rating and/or review on Apple Podcasts or spread the word to your friends on Twitter.Andrew is now a Twitch Affiliate, so if you'd like to help support the podcast, please pop over to https://www.twitch.tv/trowby and have a good play with his marbles!
"At that moment Lionel Blair came in wearing a witch's hat..."This time Oliver Crocker, producer of 'The Bill Podcast' joins the 'RTA' Team to talk about a host of subjects including working in television, his books examining 'The Bill' & 'All Creatures Great And Small' and working on the DVDs of 'Z Cars' and 'Dixon Of Dock Green'. Oh, and also that time he made a version of 'The Krypton Factor' for cats...!You can follow Oliver on Twitter at https://x.com/olivercrockerYou can explore Oliver's catalogue of TV tie-in books at https://www.devonfirebooks.com/'The Bill Podcast' is on Soundcloud at https://soundcloud.com/thebillpodcast'Round The Archives In Conversation' Episode 21 stars Oliver Crocker, Lisa Parker and Andrew Trowbridge.The music was by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler.The cover art was by Martin Holmes.'Round The Archives' is produced by Andrew Trowbridge and Lisa Parker.
Episode 67 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast sees Michael Seely revisiting the career of 'Bulman', while Warren takes a trip with Sir John Betjeman to explore 'Metroland'.Paul & Toppie discuss some of the more obscure corners of US and UK telly and we round off with Andrew & Lisa celebrating the surviving episodes of 'Dixon Of Dock Green'.That's all in Episode 67 of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Michael Seely, Warren Cummings, Paul Chandler and Toppie Smellie.The 'Round The Archives' Cartoon and Essay collections by Martin Holmes are available on Lulu.com.If you've enjoyed this episode of 'Round The Archives', please leave us a star rating and/or review on Apple Podcasts or spread the word to your friends on Twitter.Andrew is now a Twitch Affiliate, so if you'd like to help support the podcast, please pop over to https://www.twitch.tv/trowby and have a good play with his marbles!
"Fred Harris haunted my nightmares!"This time Bob Fischer of the Haunted Generation joins us to talk about subjects such as 'Doctor Who', 'The Box Of Delights', 'The Paper Lads' and that weird feeling of melancholy familiar to those growing up in the 70s and 80s...Bob's website may be found at https://hauntedgeneration.co.uk/'Round The Archives In Conversation' Episode 20 stars Bob Fischer, Lisa Parker and Andrew Trowbridge.The music was by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler.The cover art was by Martin Holmes.'Round The Archives' is produced by Andrew Trowbridge and Lisa Parker.
Episode 66 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast sees Nick Goodman joining us on the sofa to look at 'Dr Snuggles' and his links with Douglas Adams & John Lloyd.Next, Martin Holmes travels back in time to Jefferson County, Virginia, to spend some time with 'The Waltons'.Finally, Andrew and Lisa explore the murky world of 1920s crime as they probe 'The Mind Of Mr J G Reeder'.That's all in Episode 66 of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Nick Goodman and Martin Holmes.The 'Round The Archives' Cartoon and Essay collections by Martin Holmes are available on Lulu.com.If you've enjoyed this episode of 'Round The Archives', please leave us a star rating and/or review on Apple Podcasts or spread the word to your friends on Twitter.Andrew is now a Twitch Affiliate, so if you'd like to help support the podcast, please pop over to https://www.twitch.tv/trowby and have a good play with his marbles!
"I don't like the idea of a looming Jimmy Clitheroe!"
This time Tim Worthington, host of the 'Looks Unfamiliar' podcast joins us for a wide-ranging chat about the worlds of archive TV and the importance of spreading the word about the forgotten stuff.
Tim's website may can be found at https://timworthington.org/
'Round The Archives In Conversation' Episode 19 stars Tim Worthington, Lisa Parker and Andrew Trowbridge.
The music was by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler.
The cover art was by Martin Holmes.
'Round The Archives' is produced by Andrew Trowbridge and Lisa Parker.
(May contain traces of hazelnuts)
(And a vortex)
"I've gone off on tangents with guests about Hylda Baker..."
This time Tyler Adams the host and producer of 'Goon Pod' joins the 'RTA' Team to talk about growing up in New Zealand discovering the world of UK comedy via such shows as 'Are You Being Served?' & 'Steptoe And Son'.
You can follow Goon Pod on Twitter at https://twitter.com/goonshowpod?s=20
'Round The Archives In Conversation' Episode 18 stars Tyler Adams, Lisa Parker and Andrew Trowbridge.
The music was by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler.
The cover art was by Martin Holmes.
'Round The Archives' is produced by Andrew Trowbridge and Lisa Parker.
"William Hartnell had the longest fingers that I'd ever seen!This time Medusa Cascade joins the 'RTA' Team to talk about life as a YouTuber, reacting to all manner of shows including 'Doctor Who', 'Babylon 5' and 'Sapphire & Steel'. You can subscribe to her YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@medusacascade'Round The Archives In Conversation' Episode 17 stars Medusa Cascade, Lisa Parker and Andrew Trowbridge.The music was by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler.The cover art was by Martin Holmes.'Round The Archives' is produced by Andrew Trowbridge and Lisa Parker.
Episode 65 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast sees Martin Holmes considering 30 years of 'NYPD Blue'.Paul Chandler welcomes new voice Muffleyontour to the 'Round The Archives' team as they take a look at two black-and-white Emma Peel episodes of 'The Avengers' : 'The Hour That Never Was' and 'The House That Jack Built'.Finally, Andrew and Lisa come over all Tudor as they review 'The Shadow Of The Tower' (with some minor help from some random monarchs).That's all in Episode 65 of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Martin Holmes, Paul Chandler and Muffleyontour.The 'Round The Archives' Cartoon and Essay collections by Martin Holmes are available on Lulu.com.If you've enjoyed this episode of 'Round The Archives', please leave us a star rating and/or review on Apple Podcasts or spread the word to your friends on Twitter.
"Actually, I really fancy a go on the tape!"Nick Goodman joins us on the sofa to talk about taping on audio and video and his ongoing mission to preserve our personal history.You can watch a video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0rzXkt0YiYYou can find Nick's YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@nixbix-videosfilmsfamilyan1850'Round The Archives In Conversation' Episode 16 stars Nick Goodman and Andrew Trowbridge.The music was by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler.The cover art was by Martin Holmes.'Round The Archives' is produced by Andrew Trowbridge and Lisa Parker.
"Why do you wear spaghetti on your head?"This time Warren joins us on the sofa for a discussion of the range of 'Doctor Who' videos released during the 1980s, 1990s and 2000s.You can watch a video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXEykPXZvnE'Round The Archives In Conversation' Episode 15 stars Warren Cummings and Andrew Trowbridge.The music was by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler.The cover art was by Martin Holmes.'Round The Archives' is produced by Andrew Trowbridge and Lisa Parker.
Episode 64 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast sees Martin Holmes visit Hut 29 to take a look at 'The Army Game'.Paul Chandler and his mum Pat talk about the modern incarnation of Father Brown, then Michael Seely takes a trip to BBC Scotland with 'Sutherland's Law'.Finally, Andrew and Lisa examine 'Four Of A Kind', the very first episode of 'Z Cars'.That's all in Episode 64 of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Martin Holmes, Paul Chandler, Pat Chandler and Michael Seely.The 'Round The Archives' Cartoon and Essay collections by Martin Holmes are available on Lulu.com.If you've enjoyed this episode of 'Round The Archives', please leave us a star rating and/or review on Apple Podcasts or spread the word to your friends on Twitter.
Episode 63 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast sees Martin Holmes examining an early starring role for John Thaw in 'Redcap'.
Michael Seely examines 'Pathfinders In Space' and its sequels, then Warren Cummings takes up the case with 'Dangerous Davies'.
Finally, Andrew and Lisa pay tribute to the work of the late Bernard Cribbins.
That's all in Episode 63 of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Martin Holmes, Michael Seely and Warren Cummings.
The 'Round The Archives' Cartoon and Essay collections are available on Lulu.com.
If you've enjoyed this episode of 'Round The Archives', please leave us a star rating and/or review on Apple Podcasts or spread the word to your friends on Twitter.
Episode 62 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast sees us pay tribute to the late Barry Cryer.
Michael Seely returns to discuss 'Star Maidens', then Paul & Nick talk about 'The Hitch-Hiker's Guide To The Galaxy'.
Finally, Andrew and Lisa remember the work of the late Peter Bowles.
That's all in Episode 62 of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Michael Seely, Paul Chandler and Nick Goodman.
The 'Round The Archives' Cartoon and Essay collections are available on Lulu.com.
Episode 61 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast sees us turning the spotlight onto three unusual gameshows.
First, Paul and Toppie discuss 'The Adventure Game' and 'Treasure Hunt' from both a UK and US perspective.
And to finish, Lisa & Andrew don impenetrable disguises to examine what remains of 'The Masterspy'.
That's all in Episode 61 of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Paul Chandler and Toppie Smellie.
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Episode 60 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast takes a look at the television landscape of the 1960s as we spend some time with 'Maigret' who investigates a 'Murder In Montmarte'.
Martin takes a look at the early days of 'The Avengers' then Paul & Toppie find themselves 'Lost In Space'.
Finally Lisa & Andrew boggle at how un-Christmassy 'Sergeant Cork' was in December 1963 with 'The Case Of The Fenian Men'.
That's all in Episode 60 of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Martin Holmes, Paul Chandler and Toppie Smellie.
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Episode 59 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast sees Martin taking a personal voyage through Carl Sagan's 'Cosmos'.
Warren clocks on for a 'Graveyard Shift', part of the series 'Circle Of Fear', then Paul & Toppie embark on the plane to 'Fantasy Island'.
Finally Lisa & Andrew perform some television archaeology as they celebrate 'Time Team'.
That's all in Episode 59 of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Martin Holmes, Warren Cummings, Paul Chandler and Toppie Smellie.
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Episode 58 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast sees the Summer Winos discussing their new book about the early days of 'Last Of The Summer Wine'.
Warren considers the time that 'Kolchak : The Night Stalker' encountered a werewolf on a cruise ship, then Paul and Nick tune into some local radio with 'Shoestring'.
Finally Lisa & Andrew find themselves in the late 1950s where they 'Dial 999'.
That's all in Episode 58 of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Bob Fischer, Andrew T Smith, Warren Cummings, Nick Goodman and Paul Chandler.
You can find more details on 'Last Of The Summer Wine' at summerwinos.co.uk where the book is available to order.
Episode 57 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast sees Warren taking a look at the 1988 'ScreenPlay' production 'The Black & Blue Lamp'.
Paul and Nick examine Terry Nation's mid 70s series 'Survivors', a show that seems even more relevant today.
And Lisa & Andrew do some sleight of hand to talk about 'David Nixon's Magic Box'.
That's all in Episode 57 of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Warren Cummings, Nick Goodman and Paul Chandler.
Episode 56 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast sees Martin & Warren teaming up to look at the Basil Rathbone 'Sherlock Holmes' films.
We examine 'Neighbours' from a family perspective as Paul is joined by his mum Pat to discuss their memories of the show.
And Lisa & Andrew consider the various incarnations of Worzel & Saucy Nancy, particularly the 1980 Jon Pertwee and Barbara Windsor version.
That's all in Episode 56 of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Martin Holmes, Warren Cummings, Paul Chandler and Pat Chandler.
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Episode 55 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast sees us travel back in time to Christmas Eve 1970 for a festive edition of 'Play School'.
Martin shares some memories of Christmas Past, then Ben plugs his new book about the 1990s festive TV schedules 'I Was Bored On Christmas Day'.
(Don't forget to visit https://benbakerbooks.org/ for more details)
Paul & Nick unwraps some surprise presents in the form of 'Emu's Broadcasting Company' and 'Neighbours', then we return to the 'RTA' sofa to find that 'There's No Place Like Home'.
That's all in Episode 55 of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Martin Holmes, Ben Baker, Paul Chandler, Nick Goodman and Cuthbert The Robot.
A Merry Christmas To All Of You At Home!
Episode 54 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast sees Andy and Martin from 'The A To Z Of UK TV Drama' podcast telling us that 'A is for Abineri', then Andrew & Lisa follow Herne The Hunter into the forest to encounter the first 'Robin Of Sherwood'.
Paul and Toppie (stars of such shows as 'The Shy Life Podcast', 'The Smellcast' and 'Matinee Minutiae') discuss 'I Love Lucy'.
And we return to the greenwood for another meeting with 'Robin Of Sherwood', this time in the form of Jason Connery.
That's all in Episode 54 of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Martin Holmes, Andy Priestner, Paul Chandler and Toppie Smellie
Episode 53 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast sees us paying tribute to Diana Rigg with a look at two episodes of 'The Avengers', namely 'A Touch Of Brimstone' and 'Epic'.
Paul tells us of some Scary Things, then Simon and Ken from 'The ExtonMoss Experiment' go 'Out Of This World' to meet a 'Little Lost Robot'.
There are more Scary Things from Martin, before we remember Frank Windsor's work in 'Z Cars' with 'Hide - And Go Seek' and 'Happy Families'.
That's all in Episode 53 of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Paul Chandler, Simon Exton, Ken Moss and Martin Holmes.
"I threw some spaghetti at Diana Rigg!"
We catch up with the 'Round The Archives' gang to discuss Diana Rigg and Frank Windsor as well as going through what they've been watching recently.
Featuring Warren Cummings, Martin Holmes, Paul Chandler, Andrew Trowbridge and Lisa Parker.
Music by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler.
Cover art and editing by Martin Holmes.
Episode 52 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast sees Martin delving into the shady world of spies and 'The Sandbaggers'.
We explore the world of local radio with 'The Kit Curran Radio Show' then Martin returns for some brief thoughts on 'Dangerman'.
Finally, Nick & Paul return to conclude their in-depth look at 'Armchair Thriller'.
That's all in Episode 52 of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Martin Holmes, Nick Goodman and Paul Chandler.
"Harry Sullivan's waving at me!"
Warren joins us as a Very Special Guest to talk about how sitting on a particular bus seat on a certain day was the first step in an incredible journey into the mysterious worlds of 'Doctor Who' fandom...
Featuring Warren Cummings, Martin Holmes, Paul Chandler, Andrew Trowbridge and a little bit of Lisa Parker.
Music by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler.
Cover art and editing by Martin Holmes.
Episode 51 sees us welcome back Simon and Ken from 'The ExtonMoss Experiment' podcast as they take a look at the 'Out Of The Unknown' story 'The Machine Stops'.
Martin has the technology to examine in detail the title sequence for 'The Six Million Dollar Man', then Nick and Paul talk about the first season of 'Armchair Thriller'.
Finally, we stay alert to cast an quizzical eye over the colourful adventures of 'Captain Zep - Space Detective'.
That's all in Episode 51 of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Simon Exton, Ken Moss, Martin Holmes, Nick Goodman and Paul Chandler.
'The Making Of Round The Archives'
To round off the celebrations for the 50th episode of 'Round The Archives', it's confession time as Paul and Martin join us to discuss The Making Of RTA.
Featuring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Paul Chandler and Martin Holmes.
Music by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler.
Cover art and editing by Martin Holmes.
Episode 50B sees us continuing our Golden Anniversary celebrations with Martin's look at the final episode of 'Quatermass And The Pit'.
Warren casts a critical eye over early 70s architecture with 'Nairn Across Britain', then Toppie and Paul invite us to spend some time visiting Rod Serling's 'Night Gallery'.
Finally, we revisit some of Alan Bennett's wonderful monologues as we compare the various incarnations of 'Talking Heads'.
That's all in Episode 50B of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Martin Holmes, Warren Cummings, Toppie Smellie and Paul Chandler.
"Death by Space Pirates!"
Formats galore as the 'Round The Archives' crew gather to discuss black-and-white telly versus colour, 525- and 625-lines, VHS, DVD, picture quality in general and the more unlikely dangers one might face when watching 'The Space Pirates' Episode Two...
Featuring Paul Chandler, Nick Goodman, Martin Holmes and Andrew Trowbridge.
Music by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler.
Cover art and editing by Martin Holmes.
Episode 50A sees us starting our Golden Anniversary celebrations with a '50 Episode' quiz provided by Ben.
Andy P stays with the golden theme as he takes at look at the 1983 BBC serial 'The Cleopatras' written by Philip Mackie and produced by Guy Slater.
Next we travel 'Up Pompeii' to hang out with Frankie Howerd as Lurcio, forever failing to finish the Prologue, then Martin looks at the 1970 'Softly, Softly : Task Force' story 'Open And Shut' by Allan Prior.
Finally Ben returns to remember the rubber world of 'Spitting Image' without even sticking a deck chair up his nose.
That's all in Episode 50A of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Ben Baker, Andy Priestner and Martin Holmes.
Episode 50 will continue with Episode 50B which will be along in due course...
"Dropping coffee on my laptop..."
Special guest Andy P joins us along with Martin & Paul to discuss 'An A To Z Of UK TV Drama' and 'The Shy Life Podcast', giving us some behind-the-scenes insight into the making of their shows.
Featuring Paul Chandler, Martin Holmes, Andy Priestner and Andrew Trowbridge.
Music by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler.
Cover art and editing by Martin Holmes.
"Lost in Chiswick with Henry Woolf..."
We discuss some of our favourite actors and their notable roles including Russell Hunter, Brian Blessed, Bernard Hepton, Joanna Lumley and Peter Davison.
Featuring Paul Chandler, Martin Holmes, Nick Goodman, Lisa Parker and Andrew Trowbridge.
Music by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler.
Cover art and editing by Martin Holmes.
"A whole universe of Gordon Gostelow!"
Our 'What Have You Been Watching?' discussion continues, taking us on a wander through the worlds of 'Lovejoy', 'The Frighteners', 'Tales Of The Unexpected', 'Crown Court', 'The Bionic Woman' , 'The Golden Girls' and lots more.
This episode even boasts some astonishingly accurate impressions of Gordon Gostelow, so you're certainly getting value for money this time!
Featuring Paul Chandler, Martin Holmes, Lisa Parker and Andrew Trowbridge.
Music by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler.
Cover art by Martin Holmes.
Edited by Andrew Trowbridge.
Episode 49 sees us telling many stories of television's past as Martin remembers 'Jackanory' and we take a trip to 'Crown Court' where this week's case concerns 'The Most Expensive Steak In The World'.
Toppie shares his memories of Bill Bixby as 'The Magician' and Martin goes on 'The Wild Hunt' for Episode Five of 'Quatermass And The Pit'.
Finally, Paul and Nick look at two 'Tales Of The Unexpected' with 'The Moles' and 'The Surgeon'.
That's all in Episode 49 of 'Round The Archives' starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Martin Holmes, Toppie Smellie, Paul Chandler and Nick Goodman.
The question 'What Have You Been Watching?' leads to discussion of such well-known shows as 'Dynasty', 'Doctor Who', 'Crime Island' and 'Fights In Lilliput'...
Featuring Paul Chandler, Martin Holmes and Andrew Trowbridge.
Music by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler. Cover art and editing by Martin Holmes.
Spoiler warnings as we discuss how series such as 'Dark Shadows', 'Blakes 7' and 'Sapphire & Steel' ended and what might have happened if they had continued...
Featuring Paul Chandler, Martin Holmes, Lisa Parker and Andrew Trowbridge.
Music by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler. Cover art and editing by Martin Holmes.
More detective talk as Lisa, Paul, Martin and Andrew discuss 'The Gentle Touch', 'The Rivals Of Sherlock Holmes', 'Whodunnit?', 'Crown Court' and lots more!
Featuring Paul Chandler, Martin Holmes, Lisa Parker and Andrew Trowbridge.
Music by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler. Cover art and editing by Martin Holmes.
Episode 48 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast sees us celebrating the work of Tim Brooke-Taylor by asking whether 'Goodies Rule - OK?'.
Meanwhile, Paul and Toppie team up to enter 'The Twilight Zone' and Martin takes a 'Voyage To The Bottom Of The Sea'.
That's all in Episode 48 of 'Round The Archives' - starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Paul Chandler, Toppie Smellie and Martin Holmes.
Detectives assemble as Lisa, Paul, Martin and Andrew discuss some of their favourite television crime-fighters.
Featuring Paul Chandler, Martin Holmes, Lisa Parker and Andrew Trowbridge.
Music by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler. Cover art and editing by Martin Holmes.
The discussion gets highly animated as Paul, Martin, Lisa and Andrew explore the varied worlds of cartoons and puppets.
Featuring Paul Chandler, Martin Holmes, Lisa Parker and Andrew Trowbridge.
Music by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler. Cover art and editing by Martin Holmes.
Lisa, Paul, Martin and Andrew discuss their memories of 'Doctor Who' (and other television) merchandise, including Target books, toys, games and records.
Featuring Lisa Parker, Paul Chandler, Martin Holmes and Andrew Trowbridge.
Music by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler. Cover art and editing by Martin Holmes.
Paul, Martin and Andrew return for the second edition of 'Round The Archives In Conversation'. More Archive TV nattering including talk of conventions and filming locations.
Featuring Martin Holmes, Paul Chandler and Andrew Trowbridge.
Music by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler.
Cover art and editing by Martin Holmes
Episode 47 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast sees us 'Keeping Up Appearances' as we spend some quality time with Hyacinth Bucket.
Martin and Andy tell us of the new podcast 'An A To Z Of TV Drama', then Martin continues his analysis of 'Quatermass And The Pit' with 'The Enchanted'.
Paul examines some rare soaps with 'Marked Personal' and 'Harriet's Back In Town' then Ben Baker salutes the work of 'Cannon And Ball'.
That's all in Episode 47 of 'Round The Archives' - starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Martin Holmes, Andy Priestner, Paul Chandler and Ben Baker.
An additional unexpected bonus piece of 'Round The Archives'-ness as Martin, Paul & Andrew gather around a virtual table for some general telly-related natter.
Something of an experiment for this lockdown period, perhaps, but quite possibly the first of an irregular series?
Featuring Martin Holmes, Paul Chandler and Andrew Trowbridge.
Music by Dan Tate and Paul Chandler. Cover art and editing by Martin Holmes
Episode 46 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast sees us pondering the question 'What Has The BBC Done For Us'?
Warren joins us on the sofa for some experimental engineering in 'The Great Egg Race', then Simon and Ken take a look at 'The Vicar Of Dibley'.
Next, Martin and Andy join forces to provide an in-depth review of the final episode of the third season of 'All Creatures Great And Small'.
Paul and Nick examine the 1986 'Screen Two' production of 'Hotel du Lac', then Warren rejoins us for a general natter about the Beeb.
That's all in Episode 46 of 'Round The Archives' - starring Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Warren Cummings, Simon Exton, Ken Moss, Martin Holmes, Andy Priestner, Paul Chandler and Nick Goodman.
Episode 45 sees us get on board a double-double-double decker bus with Tim to examine 'Here Come The Double Deckers!'.
Martin returns to look at the pilot episode of 'Hill Street Blues', then Paul & Toppie talk about 'The Wild Wild West'.
Finally, Warren joins us on the sofa for a tribute to the late Terry Jones as we consider his 'Medieval Lives'.
That's all in Episode 45 of 'Round The Archives' - starring Lisa Parker with Andrew Trowbridge, Tim Worthington, Martin Holmes, Paul Chandler, Toppie Smellie and Warren Cummings.
Episode 44 welcomes in the New Year with Warren joining us on the sofa to look back at how 'Tomorrow's World' looked forward to the 1980s. We welcome on board a new addition to the 'Round The Archives' team as Toppie Smellie from 'The Smellcast' chats with Paul about some of their favourite shows, ranging from 'Lost In Space' to 'The Wild Wild West' and 'The Invaders'. Martin continues his analysis of 'Quatermass And The Pit' with the third episode 'Imps And Demons'. Finally, we examine the pilot episode of 'Hi-de-Hi!', narrowly avoiding being chucked in the Olympic-sized swimming pool! That's all in Episode 44 of 'Round The Archives' - starring Lisa Parker with Andrew Trowbridge, Warren Cummings, Paul Chandler, Toppie Smellie and Martin Holmes!
Episode 43 brings you a feast of festive entertainment in the legendary Christmas double issue of 'Round The Archives' with all your favourite podcasting stars!
Martin talks of his memories of Christmas TV, then Warren joins us for some silly fun in 'The Good Life'.
Simon and Ken from 'The ExtonMoss Experiment' podcast look at 'Flash Gordon Conquers The Universe' followed by Nick and Paul tackling the Tara King era of 'The Avengers'.
Martin reviews Episode Two of 'Quatermass And The Pit' and Ben Baker's new book out considers whether 'Christmas Was Better In The 80s'.
The three 'Rentaghost' spooks of Christmas 1979 promise to 'RentaSanta' with Warren and there's some bonus material after the end credits as Martin helps us review what 'Round The Archives' did in 2019.
That's all in Episode 43 of 'Round The Archives' - starring Lisa Parker with Andrew Trowbridge, Martin Holmes, Warren Cummings, Simon Exton, Ken Moss, Paul Chandler, Nick Goodman and Ben Baker!
Happy Christmas to all our listeners and we'll see you in the New Year!
Episode 42 sees us welcome a new voice as Paul Abbott takes us on a trip to visit the detectives of the '87th Precinct', then Warren joins us for a viewing of the 'Star Trek' episode 'Assignment: Earth'. Simon and Ken from 'The ExtonMoss Experiment' podcast return to look at 'Better Off Ted' (possibly with the aid of some gin), then Martin does some jury service with 'Hancock's Half Hour : Twelve Angry Men'. Warren then rejoins us on the sofa to follow Norman Stanley Fletcher on his journey to Slade Prison in 'Seven Of One : Prisoner And Escort' and we round off with 'Shy Yeti' Paul & Nick who can be relied upon to 'Get Smart'. Episode 42 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast was brought to you by Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Paul Abbott, Warren Cummings, Simon Exton, Ken Moss, Martin Holmes, Paul Chandler and Nick Goodman.
Episode 41 is our Spooky Special for Hallowe'en 2019 in which Warren joins us on the sofa for a real 'Witching Time' from the 'Hammer House Of Horror'. Paul ('Shy Yeti') Chandler zooms across the sky on his broomstick for some Trick-or-Treaty episodes of 'Bewitched' then Andy Priestner gets his Jersey on for 'Bergerac : Fires In The Fall'. Simon Exton and Ken Moss of 'The ExtonMoss Experiment' podcast dare to open 'The Trap Door' and Martin Holmes examines the first episode of 'Quatermass And The Pit'. Finally, Warren returns for a bit of 'That Old Black Magic' from 'The Goodies'. If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please remember to tell your fiends! Episode 41 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast is brought to you by Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Warren Cummings, Paul Chandler, Andy Priestner, Simon Exton, Ken Moss and Martin Holmes.
Episode 40 sees us remembering the television landscape of 1979 with the help of Martin, Warren, Nick, Jo and Paul. We return to school to look at the start of Season Two of 'Grange Hill' then tell the story behind the ITV Strike. 'Dick Turpin' provides us with adventure in the 18th century when he meets 'Swiftnick', then Tom Baker's Doctor faces a rematch with Davros in 'Destiny Of The Daleks'. Sunday evenings showcase 'The Legend Of King Arthur' and Eddie 'Shoestring' becomes a 'Private Ear' for Radio West. 'Doctor Who' achieves record viewing figures when it visits the 'City Of Death' and we round off with a trip to Scatterbrook Farm where 'Worzel Gummidge' is attempting to make 'A Home Fit For Scarecrows'... Episode 40 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast is brought to you by Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Martin Holmes, Warren Cummings, Nick Goodman, Jo Bunsell and Paul Chandler.
Episode 39 is an in-depth look at 'The BBC At War' during which Martin presents a special three-part article examining the ground-breaking dramas 'Secret Army', 'Colditz' and 'Tenko'.
Warren joins us to look at 'Dad's Army : The Armoured Might Of Lance Corporal Jones' from 1969 and Paul investigates the 'Desperate Doings In The Graveyard' that opened the sixth season of 'Allo Allo' in September 1989.
With Martin Holmes, Lisa Parker, Andrew Trowbridge, Warren Cummings and Paul Chandler.
Episode 38 of the 'Round The Archives' podcast (production code RTA038) sees Warren joining us again on the sofa as we remember the work of Freddie Jones in 'The Ghosts Of Motley Hall'.
Next, Martin Holmes survives the destruction of the Earth in the first episode of 'The Hitch-Hiker's Guide To The Galaxy.
Paul Chandler then tells us the story of 'Animal Kwackers', while Nick Goodman & Jo Bunsell unearth a rare recording of 'They Came From Somewhere Else'.
We round off with a return to Motley Hall and, during the course of the podcast, enjoy an assortment of adverts from 1984.
Disclaimer : 'Round The Archives' is not sponsored by Ellogg's Orn Lakes, despite the rumours...
Episode 37 sees Martin looking at the first episode of 'The Thick Of It', while Paul finds himself banged up in Cell Block H when he enters the world of 'Prisoner'. Warren visits us on the sofa so talk about the late Paul Darrow, then Nick is joined by his writing partner Jo Bunsell to comment on 'Johnny Jarvis'. Finally, we return to the world of politics where the cast of 'Yes Minister' are engaged in some 'Party Games'...
Episode 36 sees Tim Worthington returns to talk about his book 'The Larks Ascending' which tells the story of comedy on Radio 3, while Martin takes a look at 'Divide And Conquer', one of the earliest surviving episodes of 'Public Eye'. Paul, Nick and Andy Ching briefly review the first episode of 'The Tyrant King' and we spend some fantasy time in the company of 'The Phoenix And The Carpet'.
Episode 35 sees Warren join us on the sofa for some 'Sticky Moments' with Julian Clary. Then Paul and Nick put safety first as they watch the Public Information films 'Drive Carefully Darling' and 'Apaches'. Martin returns to consider 'The Fourth Horseman', the episode that launched Terry Nation's 'Survivors'. Finally we mark the 200th anniversary of the birth of Queen Victoria by reviewing 'Victoria Regina', which starred Patricia Routledge in 1964.
Episode 34 sees Martin exploring the varied worlds of George Kitchener Bulman, then Andy Priestner takes a look at 'Fingerbobs'. Paul and Nick review two episodes of the Diana Dors series 'Queenie's Castle' and Andy P joins us for a chat on the sofa. Next, we travel to Amsterdam in the 1970s where 'Van der Valk' is investigating a 'Destroying Angel' and to round off, Paul and Nick are joined by Andy Ching to talk about one of Shane Rimmer's appearances in 'Tales Of The Unexpected'.
Episode 33 sees us take a trip to Chigley, where Tim Worthington joins us to discuss how Mister Antonio got involved with arranging 'A Present For Lord Belborough'. Martin Holmes takes a look at a 1977 publication about 'Doctor Who' Companions, then Bob Fischer and Andrew T Smith conclude their chat about 'Last Of The Summer Wine'. Nick Goodman considers the forthcoming Dalek books by Eric Saward along with the animation of 'The Macra Terror' then Simon Exton & Ken Moss of 'The ExtonMoss Experiment' podcast review the pilot episode of 'MacGyver'.
Episode 32 sees Martin take a look at the first episode of 'Poirot' starring David Suchet. We welcome on board Bob Fischer and Andrew T Smith to talk about their love for 'Last Of The Summer Wine'. Paul and Nick examine the series 'Maggie And Her', then Warren joins us to review the last two episodes of 'It Ain't Half Hot Mum'. And after over 30 episodes, we finally admit the debt we owe to 'Round The Horne'...
Episode 31 sees 'Round The Archives' welcome Simon Exton and Ken Moss from 'The ExtonMoss Experiment' podcast to talk about the 'Kavanagh QC' episode 'Ancient History' written by Nigel Kneale. Martin remembers 'The League Of Gentlemen' and with 'Blake's 7' notching up 41 years since 'The Way Back', we consider how the first four episodes set up the characters and situation. To round off, Martin returns to take a look at the mysteries investigated by 'Department S'.
Episode 30 is our Christmas Special and sees us concentrating on the four festive editions of 'Terry And June' in which there are crossed wires over fur coats and unexpected pantomime cows in the Purley area. Martin takes a look at 'The Avengers : Too Many Christmas Trees' & 'The Adventures Of Sherlock Holmes : The Blue Carbuncle' then Warren joins us to attend the 1977 Christmas Lecture by Carl Sagan about the planet Mars. 'Paddington' enjoys his first Christmas with the Brown family, even if his attempts at shopping for presents goes slightly awry, while Ben Baker gives us a taster of his Festive Double Issue, covering 'Forty Years Of Christmas TV'... And a messy Christmas to all of you at home! [Raises glasses to eyes to facilitate finding nearest bottle of hooch]
Episode 29 sees us in a bit of an American Gothic mood as we continue our journey through some classic shows from the United States. First, we pay a call on Gomez and Morticia as we meet 'The Addams Family' in its 1964-66 incarnation. Next, Paul takes us to Collinsport to investigate the Leviathans of 'Dark Shadows'. Finally, 'The Munsters' welcome us to 1313 Mockingbird Lane, where Herman insists the scariest thing is a mean mouse that made a face at him!
Episode 28 sees us broadcasting in 525-lines instead of the usual 625 as we present the first of two editions devoted to American television. Martin Holmes investigates 'The Murder Of Sherlock Holmes', the very first episode of 'Murder, She Wrote'. And Mr Scott finds himself under suspicion when the original crew of 'Star Trek' encounter a 'Wolf In The Fold'...
Episode 27 sees us journey back in time further than ever before as Martin Holmes takes a look at the 1950 film 'The Blue Lamp', which introduced audiences to PC George Dixon. Warren then joins us to consider the time that 'Treasure Hunt' brought its chopper to the vicinity of our Dorset parts. Andy Priestner returns to review the six-part 1985 BBC drama 'Maelstrom' then Warren rejoins us to talk about Series One of 'Whitechapel'...
Episode 26 sees us return to the world of 'Jack The Ripper', this time concentrating on the 1988 version starring Michael Caine with a brief look at the surviving material from the original production that would have starred Barry Foster. We then motor on to get involved in the 'Wacky Races' as Dick Dastardly and his side-kick Muttley get up to all sorts of dirty cartoon tricks, but still fail to pass the finishing line first. Martin springs into orbit to investigate crime in space as he takes a look at 'An Instinct For Murder', the first episode of 'Star Cops' from 1987. To round off we meet one of 'The Rivals Of Sherlock Holmes' as Jonathan Pryde tackles 'The Case Of The Dixon Torpedo' from 1971.
Episode 25 sees us welcome on board Andy Priestner as he discusses 'Secret Army' in general with a look at the episode 'A Question Of Loyalty' in particular. Warren joins us to pay tribute to the late Bernard Hepton and Peter Firmin, then Martin examines Part One of Tom Baker's debut 'Doctor Who' story 'Robot'. Nick and Paul review 'Sapphire & Steel' Adventure Six from 1982, with Warren returning to help us look at the 1973 production of 'Jack The Ripper' where the evidence is sifted by the old 'Z Cars' team of Barlow and Watt.
Andy's podcast is 'World Enough And Time' and Paul's is 'The Shy Life Podcast', both of which are available here on Soundcloud (and are reposted on our profile).
Episode 24 sees us assigned to Hartley police station as Warren joins us to investigate the changing face of 'Juliet Bravo'. We begin by looking in detail at 'Shot Gun', the very first episode starring Stephanie Turner as Inspector Jean Darblay.
We welcome Michael Dennis, who gives us some bonus thoughts on 'Shot Gun', then we take a trip to the Moon as Martin Holmes casts his eye over the opening 'Space : 1999' episode 'Breakaway'.
Then, to round off, Warren returns as we jump to Series 4 of 'Juliet Bravo', with 'Teamwork' starring Anna Carteret as Inspector Kate Longton.
Episode 23 sees us taking a look at some episodes of Bob Block's 1973 series 'Roberts Robots' and learning never to never treat an overloading ear with a packet of frozen peas...
Martin returns to examine 'Contact', the first episode of 'Kinvig' by Nigel Kneale, where we find out that all the best UFOs run on valves.
We talk about how old 'Doctor Who' is finding a new audience on Twitch and Warren joins us on the sofa to discuss the first episode of 'The Gentle Touch' starring Jill Gascoine.
Episode 22 has Warren joining us on the sofa to discuss 'The Computer Programme' as we remember the home computer revolution of the 1980s. Paul takes a look at the Sid James sitcom 'Bless This House', while Martin examines Episode One of the 'Doctor Who' story 'The Green Death'. Finally, Warren makes a rapid return to experience the rather unusual 'Whodunnit?' episode that is 'Future Imperfect'... (There's also a bit of poetry and even some talk of cookies!)
Episode 21 sees us in a 'Dad's Army' mood as Martin Holmes shares his memories of the series and takes a trip to look at Arthur Lowe's birthplace. Also, Warren joins us on the sofa to look at the episode 'Museum Piece' from 1968. Martin then returns to examine 'The Foretelling', the first episode of 'The Black Adder' from 1983. Finally, we watch an edition of 'The Good Old Days' from 1978 that features the one and only Ken Dodd.
Episode 20 sees Warren join us on the sofa to react to 'Doomwatch : Project Sahara' from 1970. We welcome on board Martin Holmes who examines 'The Young Ones : Demolition' from 1982. And Lisa reviews 'Ace Of Wands : The Power Of Atep' from 1972 plus a look at what was on in October of that year.
Episode 19 takes us on a journey through 'Arthur C Clarke's Mysterious World' and we take a small detour to briefly consider the time 'The Goodies' came face-to-face with 'Bigfoot'. Warren joins us to look at Southern TV's educational series 'How' and Paul & Nick react to two episodes of Brian Clemens' 'Thriller'. Finally, we take a well-earned break at Maplin's Holiday Camp with a rousing cry of 'Hi-de-Hi!'.
Episode 18 sees us examine our favourite stories from 'Doctor Who' Seasons 1-6 and 22-26 with help from Warren. We chat to Russell Pengelly about comedy and being a Fraggle. We pay tribute to Paddy Russell and Dudley Simpson and Warren unexpectedly faces 'The Thargon Menace'.
Episode 17 sees us exploring ‘Doctor Who’ in the 1980s as we take a look at the Peter Davison stories ‘Black Orchid’, ‘The King’s Demons’ and ‘The Awakening’. Warren helps us with our Season Poll for Seasons 19-21 while Lisa discusses her experiences as a fan in the 80s and 90s. And Paul Ebbs makes a welcome return as he examines the work of Pip and Jane Baker.
Episode 16 is our second ‘Doctor Who’-themed special as we explore the Jon Pertwee and Tom Baker years of ‘Doctor Who’. Warren helps us with a poll of Seasons 7 to 18 as we name our favourite stories from each year. ‘Invasion Of The Dinosaurs’ is championed by Paul, and a new adventure starts for the intrepid Nick when he comes up against ‘The Invisible Enemy’ and ‘The Power Of Kroll’. And a happy 54th birthday to ‘Doctor Who’.
Episode 15 sees Warren and Andrew mosey on down to Tombstone to spend some time with 'The Gunfighters'. We pay tribute to Deborah Watling and Michael Seely visits 'The Wheel In Space'. William Russell stars in 'The Adventures Of Sir Lancelot' and Gerald Harper proves that 'Adam Adamant Lives!'.
Episode 14 sees us pay tribute to the late Bruce Forsyth with a look at 'The Generation Game'. Sue Perryman remembers being on 'Bullseye' and Paul Ebbs casts his eye over 'Angels'. And we get up to some shady Victorian doings with Mister 'Raffles'.
Episode Thirteen sees us remember Michael Bond's 'The Herbs' from 1968. Paul gets his Jersey on to talk about 'Bergerac' while Warren interviews us for a change. We have a chat with John Challis about 'Z Cars' and Douglas Camfield. And we visit a certain department store to ask 'Are You Being Served?'.
Episode Twelve sees Nick remembering 'The Changes' from 1975. Warren helps us with an analysis of James Burke's 'Connections' as well as our own connections. Michael Seely talks of Kit Pedler and 'Doomwatch' while Paul recalls some early TV-related dreams. We pay tribute to Brian Cant and take a trip to Trumptonshire to celebrate the work of Gordon Murray.
Episode Eleven takes us to the planet Arg to play 'The Adventure Game' with help from Warren. Nick remembers the classic HTV serial 'Children Of The Stones'. We pay tribute to the late John Noakes with contributions from Paul and former 'Blue Peter' Producer/Editor Richard Marson. And a very young John Thaw features in 'Redcap' from 1964.
Episode Ten sees us welcome back Warren to help us talk about 'Dixon Of Dock Green: Firearms Were Issued'. Nick and Paul discuss their highpoints of 'Space: 1999', 'Blake's 7'. 'The Avengers'/'The New Avengers' and 'Sapphire & Steel'. We present a tribute to the late Geoffrey Bayldon and attend 'The Trial Of Worzel Gummidge'.
Episode Nine sees us visit the enchanting world of those 'Dear Ladies' Hinge and Bracket. Fiona and Warren chat some more about 'The Tomorrow People' and Michael Seely describes the writing and research process for his new book 'Directed By Douglas Camfield'. And we get our trousers on to talk about 'The Sweeney'.
Episode Eight takes us back to 'The Good Old Days' for some Victorian Music Hall. Paul returns for some more Questions From A Bag, while Warren travels to Skye to talk to Fiona about 'Doctor Who' and 'The Tomorrow People'. A murder at a beauty parlour makes us ask 'Whodunnit?'. And we make time to study the stars of 'Zodiac'.
Episode Seven sees us remember Alan Simpson and John Hurt, with a look at their work on 'Hancock's Half Hour', 'Steptoe And Son' and 'Gideon's Way'. Paul answers some more Random Questions From A Bag and Warren recalls attending a recording of 'Birds Of A Feather'. And 'The National Theatre Of Brent' attempts to uncover the truth about King Arthur...
This time round we remember the work of producer David E Rose with the early days of 'Z Cars'. Paul Chandler talks about his own series 'Sutton Park' and considers 'Dark Shadows'. Carl Sagan takes us on a trip through the 'Cosmos' and we advise you all to 'Mind Your Language'. And Warren tells us how you might get to see his feet...
Episode Five is themed around the 2016 'Regenerations' convention that took place in Swansea. Warren helps us remember what we did and who we met. Clive Doig's work on 'Vision On' and 'Jigsaw' is celebrated and Catherine Schell makes her debut as Maya in 'Space: 1999'. Our guest interview is with Jenny Shirt who ponders 'Play Away', 'Pipkins' and Peter Glaze. And we dedicate our feature on 'Sergeant Cork' to Philip Bond who starred in 'The Case Of The Sleeping Coachman' in 1963, just before he met the Daleks.
Welcome to the Christmas Special in which we experience 'Christmas Night With The Stars'. Warren joins Andrew and Lisa for a chat about Christmas TV memories. Our special guest Terry Molloy talks of tea and telly. Featured shows are 'The Box Of Delights' and 'The Ghosts Of Motley Hall'. And a happy Christmas to all of you at home! [Turns to camera and raises glass]
Andrew & Lisa catch up on the latest missing episodes of TV that have been returned to the archives. Nick ponders what he'd like to see return in the future. Warren remembers some of the highs and lows of Southern TV's output. Our featured shows this time around are 'Pipkins' and 'Callan'.
Lisa and Andrew discuss the early episodes of 'Paddington' and review BBC1's output from the first full week of January 1976. Nick talks about his early audio recordings and missing 'Doctor Who' whilst Warren remembers Larry The Lamb and other dangerous animals. Our featured show this time around is the glory that is '3-2-1'...!!!
Andrew & Lisa discuss the new versions of 'Are You Being Served?' and 'Till Death Us Do Part'. Profile on John Barron and a discussion of 'Crown Court: How To Rob A Memory Bank'. Guest Nick Goodman talks of his early memories of television and tries to pick his favourite 'The Tomorrow People' story. And Rose Cat purrs very loudly!