Distinct Nostalgia

MIM

Exclusive interviews and reunions celebrating some of the biggest names in TV and film. A TV enthusiast’s paradise. There's also special shows and series and a regular Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz. Plus every now and then some original fresh comedy and drama. This is pure entertainment and fun. Enjoy! Definitely ‘more than a podcast’.

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Sep 7, 2020 · 58 min
Happy Birthday Juliet Bravo - Another Chance to Hear A Very Special Reunion as the show turns 40!
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Juliet Bravo burst onto our screens on a Saturday night exactly 40 years ago. It was an almost instant success with its tales of policing in the northern fictional town of Hartley. Late last year we brought together Inspectors Darbley and Longton (aka Stephanie Turner and Anna Carteret) for a fabulous hour of memories about the ground-breaking show. As it's the big anniversary month, we thought we put it out again. Enjoy! From now onwards you can enjoy 4 NEW Distinct Nostalgia shows every single week We have a specials day when we'll have docs, comedy, drama and themed interviews and reunions - and occasional repeats. Thursday is now Distinct Nostalgia soap day. Loads of retro soap chat with the actual stars who were there ... The regular Distinct Nostalgia programme moves to the weekend with a variety of shows celebrating all our tv and film yesterdays - currently alternating between Classic British Film and Classic British Sitcom. And then we’ve the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz with Andy Hoyle on Sundays. (note: the quiz is taking a break during September). Look out for details of its temporary replacements) Distinct Nostalgia - 4 Times A Week plus a treasure trove of programmes to listen to any time at DistinctNostalgia.com Support the show
Sep 5, 2020 · 45 min
Great British Film - Brassed Off with Stephen Tompkinson
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message It was one of the most successful British films of the 1990s. Brassed Off - with its real life tale of the struggles of a colliery brass band during the UK pit closure crisis, became popular all around the world. It helped to introduce the classical piece Concierto De Aranjuez to new audiences and to rejuvenate brass band music. It also had a stellar cast including Pete Postlethwaite, Ewan McGregor, Tara Fitzgerald and Stephen Tompkinson. Stephen has been chatting to Ashley... From now onwards you can enjoy 4 NEW Distinct Nostalgia shows every single week Tuesday is specials day when we'll have docs, comedy, drama and themed interviews and reunions. Thursday is now Distinct Nostalgia soap day. Loads of retro soap chat with the actual stars who were there ... The regular Distinct Nostalgia programme moves to the weekend with a variety of shows celebrating all our tv and film yesterdays - currently alternating between Classic British Film and Classic British Sitcom. And then we’ve the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz with Andy Hoyle on Sundays. (note: the quiz is taking a break during September). Look out for details of its temporary replacements) Distinct Nostalgia - 4 Times A Week plus a treasure trove of programmes to listen to any time at DistinctNostalgia.com Support the show
Sep 3, 2020 · 1 hr 3 min
Back to Brookside: Fun and frolics with Irene Marot who played DD Dixon
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Irene Marot played the feisty and rather moral and religious DD Dixon in Brookside from 1990. Infact it's exactly 30 years in October since the Dixons first arrived in the Close, much to the annoyance of their posh next door neighbours The Farnham's. Irene joins Ashley and our new 'Simon Soap/Soap Simon' expert for an hour of hilarious memories. From now onwards you can enjoy 4 NEW Distinct Nostalgia shows every single week Tuesday is specials day when we'll have docs, comedy, drama and themed interviews and reunions. Thursday is now Distinct Nostalgia soap day. Loads of retro soap chat with the actual stars who were there ... The regular Distinct Nostalgia programme moves to the weekend with a variety of shows celebrating all our tv and film yesterdays - currently alternating between Classic British Film and Classic British Sitcom. And then we’ve the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz with Andy Hoyle on Sundays. (note: the quiz is taking a break during September). Look out for details of its temporary replacements) Distinct Nostalgia - 4 Times A Week plus a treasure trove of programmes to listen to any time at DistinctNostalgia.com Support the show
Sep 1, 2020 · 44 min
Kelly's Heroes - Craig Kelly catches up with friend and Benidorm star Julie Graham
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message For the past few weeks we've been running a special series - Kelly's Heroes with Queer as Folk star Craig Kelly. In each programme, Craig catches up with one of his famous friends to reminisce about old times and check in on how they're coping with life during these strange times. In this fourth programme we're showcasing, Craig meets friend and Benidorm star Julie Graham. Craig says: Julie talks to me from her house in Brighton. We chat about her catchphrase 'Hello baby', the time at the Donmar Warehouse in our sell out play Helpless, where knickers were actually thrown at the curtain call and when Sam Mendes brought his recently won oscars backstage at press night as one of the actors snatched the Oscar from his hand to practice their acceptance speech in the mirror. We also talk about working with national treasure Martin Clunes multiple times and wandering around hotel corridors naked in the middle of the night. We discuss how she wrote and got her online TV series Dun breedin' made and aired during lockdown. Julie also tells me her fantasy dinner party guests, why she wants her next part to be a clairvoyant, how much fun those Peugeot 106 ads were and of course reveals and sings her favourite song. If you like Kelly's Heroes, you can hear regular weekly interviews by searching for 'Kelly Heroes' wherever you get your podcasts. ................................................................... From now onwards you can enjoy 4 NEW Distinct Nostalgia shows every single week Tuesday is specials day and for the next few weeks it's the home of Kelly's Heroes with Queer as Folk star Craig Kelly. Thursday is now Distinct Nostalgia soap day. Loads of retro soap chat with the actual stars who were there ... The regular Distinct Nostalgia programme moves to Saturdays with a variety of shows celebrating all our tv and film yesterdays. And then we’ve the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz with Andy Hoyle on Sundays. (note: the quiz is taking a break during September). Look out for details of its temporary replacement) Distinct Nostalgia - 4 Times A Week plus a treasure trove of programmes to listen to any time at DistinctNostalgia.com Support the show
Aug 31, 2020 · 1 hr 1 min
Original Comedy: Bank Holiday Special - Sitcom Pilot - VoiceOver Guy by Jonathan Kydd
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message If you've watched TV or listened to the radio over the past 50 years, you're sure to have seen or heard Jonathan Kydd. He was a presenter on ATV hit children's show Pipkins in the 1970s, he was the voice of Paddington Bear for a time, played characters in Noddy in Toyland, was the voice of L'Oreal and Ferrero Rocher (the Ambassador ads) and many more. He's also starred in lots of TV shows including One Foot in the Grave. And regularly you will still hear him voicing trails on Channel 4, Channel 5, Film 4 and sometimes the BBC. Jonathan has spent a lifetime in VoiceOvers which is why he decided to create VoiceOverGuy. Listen here to this hilarious pilot sitcom based on his experiences - and listen afterwards to Jonathan in discussion about the inspiration behind it. Enjoy! And if you like what you hear, make sure you subscribe to Distinct Comedy as well as Distinct Nostalgia wherever you get your podcasts. More new comedy and drama will be showcased in future weeks and months. Note: You can also hear Jonathan on the Pipkins reunion Distinct Nostalgia episode on this site. Hartley Hare also makes an appearance! The Distinct Nostalgia theme is owned by MIM Productions and composed by Rebecca Applin and Chris Warner. From now onwards you can enjoy 4 NEW Distinct Nostalgia shows every single week ... Tuesday is specials day and for the next few weeks it's the home of Kelly's Heroes with Queer as Folk star Craig Kelly. Thursday is now Distinct Nostalgia soap day. Loads of retro soap chat with the actual stars who were there ... The regular Distinct Nostalgia programme moves to the weekends with a variety of shows celebrating all our tv and film yesterdays. And of course we’ve also got the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz with Andy Hoyle (Please note: The quiz is taking a break until early October - other specials will replace it. Keep an eye on Twitter @DistinctbyMIM for updates). Distinct Nostalgia - 4 Times A Week plus a treasure trove of programmes to listen to any time at DistinctNostalgia.com Support the show
Aug 30, 2020 · 1 hr 1 min
Great British Sitcom - Bank Holiday Special with Mrs Warboys from One Foot in the Grave
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Doreen Mantle played Mrs Warboys in David Renwick's masterpiece comedy 'One Foot in the Grave' for more than a decade. A constant annoyance to Victor Meldrew (played by Richard Wilson), Mrs Warboys soon became an iconic, much loved and now much missed sitcom character. Here Doreen reminisces with Ashley about some hilarious moments both on and off screen. The Distinct Nostalgia theme is owned by MIM Productions and composed by Rebecca Applin and Chris Warner. From now onwards you can enjoy 4 NEW Distinct Nostalgia shows every single week ... Tuesday is specials day and for the next few weeks it's the home of Kelly's Heroes with Queer as Folk star Craig Kelly. Thursday is now Distinct Nostalgia soap day. Loads of retro soap chat with the actual stars who were there ... The regular Distinct Nostalgia programme moves to the weekends with a variety of shows celebrating all our tv and film yesterdays. And of course we’ve also got the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz with Andy Hoyle (Please note: The quiz is taking a break until early October - other specials will replace it. Keep an eye on Twitter @DistinctbyMIM for updates). Distinct Nostalgia - 4 Times A Week plus a treasure trove of programmes to listen to any time at DistinctNostalgia.com Support the show
Aug 27, 2020 · 1 hr 11 min
EastEnders at 35 - Back to the Beginning with Tom Watt who played Lofty
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Tom Watt was there right at the start - one of the original EastEnders' actors when the drama serial began 35 years ago! He played the likeable but hapless Lofty. Tom stayed for 3 years but the character he helped to create remains one of the most iconic in the show's history. He's been reminiscing with Ashley. From now onwards you can enjoy 4 NEW Distinct Nostalgia shows every single week Tuesday is specials day and for the next few weeks it's the home of Kelly's Heroes with Queer as Folk star Craig Kelly. Thursday is now Distinct Nostalgia soap day. Loads of retro soap chat with the actual stars who were there ... The regular Distinct Nostalgia programme moves to Saturdays with a variety of shows celebrating all our tv and film yesterdays. And then we’ve the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz with Andy Hoyle on Sundays. (note: the quiz is taking a break during September). Distinct Nostalgia - 4 Times A Week plus a treasure trove of programmes to listen to any time at DistinctNostalgia.com Support the show
Aug 25, 2020 · 40 min
NEW SERIES: Kelly's Heroes - Queer as Folk's Craig Kelly chats to The Specials frontman Terry Hall
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message For the next few weeks we're running a special series - Kelly's Heroes with Queer as Folk star Craig Kelly. In each programme, Craig catches up with one of his famous friends to reminisce about old times and check in on how they're coping with life during these strange times. In this third programme we're showcasing, Craig meets The Specials Frontman Terry Hall. Craig says: 'We chat about how seminal band, The Specials, formed at the dawn of punk and life in Coventry at that time. Terry tells us what it takes to be a lead singer and how he's never happier than when he's at the garden centre - that's when he's not dreaming about Simon Le Bon on a big yacht. We also hear about his fondness for David Cassidy and the mystery of Walt Jabsco. The band have been getting together on zoom and despite missing their Glastonbury appearance this summer, there are new tour dates in the pipeline. Finally, you wanna get a load of Terry crooning Moon River..what a legend.' If you like Kelly's Heroes, you can hear regular weekly interviews by searching for 'Kelly Heroes' wherever you get your podcasts. ................................................................... From now onwards you can enjoy 4 NEW Distinct Nostalgia shows every single week Tuesday is specials day and for the next few weeks it's the home of Kelly's Heroes with Queer as Folk star Craig Kelly. Thursday is now Distinct Nostalgia soap day. Loads of retro soap chat with the actual stars who were there ... The regular Distinct Nostalgia programme moves to Saturdays with a variety of shows celebrating all our tv and film yesterdays. And then we’ve the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz with Andy Hoyle on Sundays. (note: the quiz is taking a break during September). Look out for details of its temporary replacement) Distinct Nostalgia - 4 Times A Week plus a treasure trove of programmes to listen to any time at DistinctNostalgia.com Support the show
Aug 23, 2020 · 23 min
Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz - Series 4. Final
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Every week the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month quiz puts a tv, film or radio fan to the test about their chosen specialist subject. Now we've reached the Series 4 final. Andy Hoyle is your host as Aiden from Leeds battles it out with Bruce from Redcar. In Round 1, Bruce answered questions on London's Burning while Aiden chose The Mysterious Cities of Gold. So how will they do with a series of questions each on tv, film, radio and entertainment general knowledge? The winner is crowned 'The Distinct Nostalgia Series 4 Mind of the Month' and bags a Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month mug in the process. The quiz takes a break for a few weeks after today's final, returning in October. We're keen on lining up new contestants so if you'd like to test your knowledge, go to distinctnostalgia.com and fill in the contact form. The Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz is produced by MIM. The Distinct Nostalgia Theme is composed by Rebecca Applin and Chris Warner Support the show
Aug 22, 2020 · 50 min
Great British Film - Merchant Ivory Memories - James Wilby on playing Maurice
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message It was 1987 and Merchant Ivory (with help from Channel 4) embarked on an adaptation of EM Forster's novel Maurice - a story of forbidden gay love in Edwardian England. It had an all star supporting cast including Simon Callow, Denholm Elliot, Billie Whitelaw, Barry Foster and Ben Kingsley, A landmark movie for Merchant Ivory (producers of, among others Room With a View and Howard's End), it launched the careers of three young stars - James Wilby (as Maurice Hall), Hugh Grant (as Clive Durham) and Rupert Graves (as Alec Scudder). Here James reminisces with Ashley Byrne about playing the lead. The Distinct Nostalgia theme is owned by MIM Productions and composed by Rebecca Applin and Chris Warner. From now onwards you can enjoy 4 NEW Distinct Nostalgia shows every single week ... Tuesday is specials day and for the next few weeks it's the home of Kelly's Heroes with Queer as Folk star Craig Kelly. Thursday is now Distinct Nostalgia soap day. Loads of retro soap chat with the actual stars who were there ... The regular Distinct Nostalgia programme moves to Saturdays with a variety of shows celebrating all our tv and film yesterdays. And of course we’ve also got the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz with Andy Hoyle. Distinct Nostalgia - 4 Times A Week plus a treasure trove of programmes to listen to any time at DistinctNostalgia.com Support the show
Aug 20, 2020 · 46 min
Corrie at 60: We meet Street Original Philip Lowrie who played Dennis Tanner
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message He was in Coronation Street from the very beginning. Phillip Lowrie was Dennis Tanner, Elsie's unruly and wayward son. He started as he meant to go on as his mum accused him of stealing money from her purse in the very first LIVE episode. Phillip - a bit of a heart-throb at the time - became a household name overnight as Coronation Street was an almost instant hit. He stayed for 8 years and then returned an amazing 43 years later. He's been reminiscing with MIM's Ashley Byrne. The Distinct Nostalgia theme is owned by MIM Productions and composed by Rebecca Applin and Chris Warner. From now onwards you can enjoy 4 NEW Distinct Nostalgia shows every single week ... Tuesday is specials day and for the next few weeks it's the home of Kelly's Heroes with Queer as Folk star Craig Kelly. Thursday is now Distinct Nostalgia soap day. Loads of retro soap chat with the actual stars who were there ... The regular Distinct Nostalgia programme moves to Saturdays with a variety of shows celebrating all our tv and film yesterdays. And then we’ve the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz with Andy Hoyle on Sundays. Distinct Nostalgia - 4 Times A Week plus a treasure trove of programmes to listen to any time at DistinctNostalgia.com Support the show
Aug 18, 2020 · 30 min
NEW SERIES: Kelly's Heroes - Queer as Folk's Craig Kelly chats with friend and Full Monty star Hugo Speer
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message For the next few weeks we're running a special series - Kelly's Heroes with Queer as Folk star Craig Kelly. In each programme, Craig catches up with one of his famous friends to reminisce about old times and check in on how they're coping with life during these strange times. In this second programme we're showcasing, Craig meets his old friend, Full Monty star Hugo Speer. Craig says: 'Hugo speaks to me from the magical Queens Wood in Highgate. We chat about angry red cars, sloths, fish and chip suppers wrapped in newspaper, the tabloids, his stint as the comedian Bernie Stubbins and of course his smash cinematic hit The Full Monty.' Please Note: This episode was recording during lockdown. If you like Kelly's Heroes, you can hear regular weekly interviews by searching for 'Kelly Heroes' wherever you get your podcasts. ................................................................... From now onwards you can enjoy 4 NEW Distinct Nostalgia shows every single week Tuesday is specials day and for the next few weeks it's the home of Kelly's Heroes with Queer as Folk star Craig Kelly. Thursday is now Distinct Nostalgia soap day. Loads of retro soap chat with the actual stars who were there ... The regular Distinct Nostalgia programme moves to Saturdays with a variety of shows celebrating all our tv and film yesterdays. And then we’ve the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz with Andy Hoyle on Sundays. Distinct Nostalgia - 4 Times A Week plus a treasure trove of programmes to listen to any time at DistinctNostalgia.com Support the show
Aug 16, 2020 · 12 min
Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz - Series 4 Ep 4 (Ferris Bueller's Day Off)
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Every week the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month quiz puts a tv, film or radio fan to the test about their chosen specialist subject. Andy Hoyle is your host in this fourth programme in the fourth series of the show. Here contestant Seb (calling from Todmorden in West Yorkshire) answers questions on the 80's film Ferris Bueller's Day Off. If Seb scores well and ends up in the top two contestants from the 4 programmes across the month, he will take part in a play off around TV, film, radio and entertainment general knowledge. The winner is crowned Distinct Nostalgia Series 4 Mind of the Month and bags a Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month mug in the process. The Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz is produced by MIM. If you'd like to test your knowledge, go to distinctnostalgia.com and fill in the contact form. The Distinct Nostalgia Theme is composed by Rebecca Applin and Chris Warner You can now enjoy 4 NEW Distinct Nostalgia shows every single week ... Tuesdays for the next few weeks sees Queer as Folk star Craig Kelly interviewing and reminiscing with some of his famous friends Thursday is Distinct Nostalgia soap day. Loads of retro soap chat with the actual stars who were there ... The regular Distinct Nostalgia programme moves to Saturdays with a variety of shows celebrating all our tv and film yesterdays. And then we’ve the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz on Sundays. Distinct Nostalgia - 4 Times A Week plus a treasure trove of programmes to listen to any time at DistinctNostalgia.com Support the show
Aug 14, 2020 · 49 min
Great British Sitcom: How Desmond's Became a Cult Hit for Channel 4
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Desmond's ran from 1989 through to 1994. There were six series and 71 episodes making it Channel 4's longest ever running sitcom. Set around a black family who ran a barber's in Peckham, it starred the late, great Norman Beaton and Carmen Munroe in the lead roles. Desmond's shop was a gathering place for an assortment of hilarious local characters! Matilda Thorpe played Mandy and she's been remembering the sitcom. Bizarrely nothing like it has been seen on British television since. Please Note: We also hope to hear from other cast members of Desmond's in coming weeks and months. The Distinct Nostalgia theme is owned by MIM Productions and composed by Rebecca Applin and Chris Warner. From now onwards you can enjoy 4 NEW Distinct Nostalgia shows every single week ... Tuesday is specials day and for the next few weeks it's the home of Kelly's Heroes with Queer as Folk star Craig Kelly. Thursday is now Distinct Nostalgia soap day. Loads of retro soap chat with the actual stars who were there ... The regular Distinct Nostalgia programme moves to Saturdays with a variety of shows celebrating all our tv and film yesterdays. And of course we’ve also got the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz with Andy Hoyle. Distinct Nostalgia - 4 Times A Week plus a treasure trove of programmes to listen to any time at DistinctNostalgia.com Support the show
Aug 13, 2020 · 1 hr 22 min
EastEnders at 35 - Cheryl Fergison on playing Hevva
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Hevva burst into EastEnders in the 2000s and became one half of an amazing female double act on the show. Heather and her friend Shirley would get into some hilarious scrapes during her time in Albert Square. They were as different as chalk and cheese (and Hevva loved Cheese) but sometimes opposites make the best of friends and so they proved for five glorious years until Hevva was bumped off by Ben Mitchell. Here the lovely Cheryl Fergisson recounts playing one of EastEnders' most popular and sorely missed characters. The Distinct Nostalgia theme is owned by MIM Productions and composed by Rebecca Applin and Chris Warner. From now onwards you can enjoy 4 NEW Distinct Nostalgia shows every single week ... Tuesday is specials day and for the next few weeks it's the home of Kelly's Heroes with Queer as Folk star Craig Kelly. Thursday is now Distinct Nostalgia soap day. Loads of retro soap chat with the actual stars who were there ... The regular Distinct Nostalgia programme moves to Saturdays with a variety of shows celebrating all our tv and film yesterdays. And then we’ve the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz with Andy Hoyle on Sundays. Distinct Nostalgia - 4 Times A Week plus a treasure trove of programmes to listen to any time at DistinctNostalgia.com Support the show
Aug 11, 2020 · 36 min
NEW SERIES - Kelly's Heroes - Queer as Folk's Craig Kelly chats to friend & Life on Mars star John Simm
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message For the next four weeks we're running a special series - Kelly's Heroes with Queer as Folk star Craig Kelly. In each programme, Craig catches up with one of his famous friends to reminisce about old times and check in on how they're coping with life during these strange times. In the first programme we're showcasing, Craig meets his old friend, Life on Mars star John Simm. Craig says: 'We talk cartoon characters, The Lakes, Life on Mars, Rick Astley and also why we wore those leotards at 18 years of age.' Please Note: This episode was recording during lockdown. If you like Kelly's Heroes, you can hear regular weekly interviews by searching for 'Kelly Heroes' wherever you get your podcasts. ................................................................... From now onwards you can enjoy 4 NEW Distinct Nostalgia shows every single week Tuesday is specials day and for the next few weeks it's the home of Kelly's Heroes with Queer as Folk star Craig Kelly. Thursday is now Distinct Nostalgia soap day. Loads of retro soap chat with the actual stars who were there ... The regular Distinct Nostalgia programme moves to Saturdays with a variety of shows celebrating all our tv and film yesterdays. And then we’ve the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz with Andy Hoyle on Sundays. Distinct Nostalgia - 4 Times A Week plus a treasure trove of programmes to listen to any time at DistinctNostalgia.com Support the show
Aug 9, 2020 · 14 min
Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz - Series 4 Ep 3 (The Life and Work of Spanish film maker Pedro Almodovar)
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Every week the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month quiz puts a tv, film or radio fan to the test about their chosen specialist subject. Andy Hoyle is your host in this third programme in the fourth series of the show. Here contestant Jane (calling from Ashton Under-Lyne in Greater Manchester) answers questions on the life and work of Spanish film director Pedro Almodovar. If Jane scores well and ends up in the top two contestants from the 4 programmes across the month, she will take part in a play off around TV, film, radio and entertainment general knowledge. The winner is crowned Distinct Nostalgia Series 4 Mind of the Month and bags a Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month mug in the process. The Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz is produced by MIM. If you'd like to test your knowledge, go to distinctnostalgia.com and fill in the contact form. The Distinct Nostalgia Theme is composed by Rebecca Applin and Chris Warner You can now enjoy 4 NEW Distinct Nostalgia shows every single week ... Tuesdays for the next four weeks sees Queer as Folk star Craig Kelly interviewing and reminiscing with some of his famous friends Thursday is Distinct Nostalgia soap day. Loads of retro soap chat with the actual stars who were there ... The regular Distinct Nostalgia programme moves to Saturdays with a variety of shows celebrating all our tv and film yesterdays. And then we’ve the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz every Sunday. Distinct Nostalgia - 4 Times A Week plus a treasure trove of programmes to listen to any time at DistinctNostalgia.com Support the show
Aug 8, 2020 · 37 min
Great British Film - Meet Gordon Warnecke who played OMAR in My Beautiful Laundrette
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message We're celebrating a British film classic from the 1980s - the ground-breaking My Beautiful Laundrette which tackled racism, sexuality and a variety of social, economic and political issues facing Britain at the time. Multi Oscar winning actor Daniel Day Lewis and Gordon Warnecke were the joint leads in the film. Daniel played gay punk Johnny and Gordon was his asian boyfriend Omar. 35 years on, Gordon has been reminiscing about his part in a film which at the time broke loads of taboos and is listed as one of the greatest British films of all time. The Distinct Nostalgia theme is owned by MIM Productions and composed by Rebecca Applin and Chris Warner. From now onwards you can enjoy 4 NEW Distinct Nostalgia shows every single week ... Tuesday is specials day and for the next few weeks it's the home of Kelly's Heroes with Queer as Folk star Craig Kelly. Thursday is now Distinct Nostalgia soap day. Loads of retro soap chat with the actual stars who were there ... The regular Distinct Nostalgia programme moves to Saturdays with a variety of shows celebrating all our tv and film yesterdays. And then we’ve the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz with Andy Hoyle on Sundays. Distinct Nostalgia - 4 Times A Week plus a treasure trove of programmes to listen to any time at DistinctNostalgia.com Support the show
Aug 5, 2020 · 48 min
A Brookside Reunion - Steven Pinder & Gabrielle Glaister on playing The Farnham's
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message It's 30 years ago this year since the Farnhams first arrived on Brookside Close. They were the posh family on the close and were soon ruffling a few feathers among the neighbours. Here Steven Pinder who played the rather suave but hapless Max is reunited with Gabrielle Glaister who played his feisty but long suffering wife Patricia. The Distinct Nostalgia theme is owned by MIM Productions and composed by Rebecca Applin and Chris Warner. You can enjoy 3 NEW Distinct Nostalgia shows every single week ... Wednesday is now Distinct Nostalgia soap day. Loads of retro soap chat with the actual stars who were there ... The regular Distinct Nostalgia programme moves to the weekend with a variety of shows celebrating all our tv and film yesterdays. And then we’ve the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz with Andy Hoyle as well. Distinct Nostalgia - 3 Times A Week plus a treasure trove of programmes to listen to any time at DistinctNostalgia.com Support the show
Aug 2, 2020 · 9 min
Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz - Series 4 Ep 2 (Mysterious Cities of Gold)
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Every week the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month quiz puts a tv, film or radio fan to the test about their chosen specialist subject. Andy Hoyle is your host in this second programme in the fourth series of the show. Here contestant Aiden (calling from Leeds) answers questions on Mysterious Cities of Gold. If Aiden scores well and ends up in the top two contestants from the 4 programmes across the month, he will take part in a play off around TV, film, radio and entertainment general knowledge. The winner is crowned Distinct Nostalgia Series 4 Mind of the Month and bags a Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month mug in the process. The Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz is produced by MIM. If you'd like to test your knowledge, go to distinctnostalgia.com and fill in the contact form. The Distinct Nostalgia Theme is composed by Rebecca Applin and Chris Warner You can now enjoy 3 NEW Distinct Nostalgia shows every single week ... Wednesday is Distinct Nostalgia soap day. Loads of retro soap chat with the actual stars who were there ... The regular Distinct Nostalgia programme moves to the weekends with a variety of shows celebrating all our tv and film yesterdays. And then we’ve the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz every Sunday. Distinct Nostalgia - 3 Times A Week plus a treasure trove of programmes to listen to any time at DistinctNostalgia.com Support the show