Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message It’s the longest running medical drama in the world and here we meet the woman who spoke the very first words in Casualty. Debbie Roza Mercier played the show’s first receptionist from 1986 to 1987 before giving up acting for a life in Canada. Here she gives a unique perspective on an iconic show to Ashley as part of our special Casualty at 35 interviews. Distinct Nostalgia is produce...
Aug 31, 2021•1 hr 8 min
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Aug 26, 2021•3 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message As our series of 'Funny Women of Great British Sitcom' continues, Andy Hoyle chats to Judy Cornwell about her long career. Judy starred as Daisy in Keeping Up Appearances alongside Geoffrey Hughes as Onslow during the 1990s. Also in this series - interviews with Sally Thomsett who played Jo in Man About The House and Anna Karen who played Olive in On The Buses. Meanwhile you can also ...
Jul 23, 2021•47 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Anna Karen played one of the most popular characters of 70s sitcom in Britain - the hilarious accident prone but sex mad 'Olive' in On the Buses. The series began in 1969 and became a favourite throughout the next decade with more than 70 episodes plus 3 feature films - On The Buses, Mutiny On the Buses and Holiday On The Buses. Here Anna remembers how she created Olive and recalls wo...
Jul 12, 2021•56 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message It's back to the 1970s for the first in a special series of three programmes meeting some of the Queens of British Sitcom. Here Ashley speaks to Sally Thomsett who played Jo in the runaway ITV comedy Man About The House which starred Richard O'Sullivan, Paula Wilcox, Yootha Joyce and Brian Murphy. The show would go on to spawn two other big hits - George and Mildred (starring Brian an...
Jul 05, 2021•1 hr 1 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message It was multi-Oscar nominated and its creator walked away with best screenplay. The Crying Game also won Best British Film at the Baftas. And it was ground breaking, tackling as it did race, gender, sexuality and nationality all with a background of the troubles in Northern Ireland. Full of surprises, it was an enthralling and exciting film which broke many taboos. And it had a fabulou...
Jun 12, 2021•41 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Series 3 Think On! Florrie and Dotty are mixing again following the lifting of Covid restrictions. They're enjoying a cuppa in Dotty's kitchen but will they be hugging? Men are under scrutiny as usual and there's a surprise on the way. Florrie....Lindsay Eavis Dotty.......Janice Fryett Written by Janice Fryett A Spinney Audio Production A Distinct Comedy Presentation About Florrie &am...
May 29, 2021•10 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message We’re usually celebrating the iconic shows of the past with the people who were there but very, very occasionally DistinctNostalgia will focus in on something contemporary we feel deserves some real attention and this is one of those rare occasions. TWO DOORS DOWN is the BBC’s hidden comedy gem. Here DistinctNostalgia celebrates a ‘current’ quality tv show starring among others, Alex ...
May 28, 2021•51 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message David Renwick is one of the real British comedy writing legends. He created the iconic Victor Meldrew. Over two parts Ashley talks to David about his early years and the plethora of comedies he's written. In this second programme David talks about his inspiration for Victor and how and why One Foot in the Grave endured for so long. Find episode 1 by scrolling through the Distinct Nost...
May 03, 2021•1 hr 18 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message David Renwick is one of the real British comedy writing legends. He created the iconic Victor Meldrew. Over two parts Ashley talks to David about his early years and the plethora of comedies he's written. In this first programme David talks about penning sketches for The Two Ronnies and working with David Jason long before Open All Hours and Only Fools and Horses. In Part 2 the discus...
Apr 21, 2021•49 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Series 2 Episode 3 Watch With Mother At last Florrie & Dotty can meet in Florrie's back yard and reminisce about great TV ads of the 70s, children's TV in the 60s, with its threesomes, and a ponder a modern meaning of Easter. Florrie....Lindsay Eavis Dotty.......Janice Fryett Written by Janice Fryett A Spinney Audio Production A Distinct Comedy Presentation About Florrie & Dot...
Apr 05, 2021•8 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Series 2 Episode 2 - Witches Don't Drown The 'girls' chat on the phone about exercise, Mother's Day and Yorkshire Tea. Then meet outside where they debate gender-based violence and wonder if we're all to blame. Florrie....Janice Fryett Dotty.......Lindsay Eavis Written by Janice Fryett A Spinney Audio Production A Distinct Comedy Presentation About Florrie & Dotty are two ladies i...
Apr 04, 2021•9 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Back by popular demand, we've a new series of original sitcom shorts from northern gossips' Florrie and Dotty this Easter. Janice Fryett and Lindsay Eavis star as they get to grips with everything from 'permitted exercise', bending 'the rules' Bridgerton-inspired sexual experimentation, designer vaginas, Mother's Day and misogyny. Series 2 Episode 1 - Queen of Tarts Florrie and Dotty ...
Apr 02, 2021•10 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Back by popular demand, we've a new series of original sitcom shorts from northern gossips' Florrie and Dotty this Easter. Janice Fryett and Lindsay Eavis star as they get to grips with everything from 'permitted exercise', bending 'the rules' Bridgerton-inspired sexual experimentation, designer vaginas, Mother's Day and misogyny. Listen to the Tease here now. Music details "Marty Got...
Mar 31, 2021•2 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message He played Sinbad in Brookside for 16 years. 21 years after quitting as the loveable rogue, he’s still Sinbad to generations. Michael Starke takes questions from Ashley and NHS worker William Coughlin in a special soap edition of DistinctNostalgia. Enjoy! And don't forget Distinct Nostalgia has a plethora of soap treats in our archives. Trawl through the player where you will find a ca...
Mar 20, 2021•1 hr 34 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Coming soon - in conversation with the stars of Magpie .. listen to teaser Support the show
Mar 15, 2021•1 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Casualty and Heartbeat star Jonathan Kerrigan sits down for a fun chat with Ashley Byrne. The conversation ventures into his early years, his time on two of Britain's biggest drama series, being described as a heartthrob, working in the States and his musical talents. Jonathan remains one of the UK's most talented drama actors but is it time for him to try his hand at a bit of comedy?...
Mar 05, 2021•1 hr 8 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Coming soon - in conversation with Jonathan Kerrigan .. listen to teaser Support the show
Mar 02, 2021•1 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Alyson Spiro was no stranger to soap when she took on the role of Sarah Sugden in Emmerdale in 1994. She'd previously starred for a year in Brookside. But the role of Sarah was a special one for Alyson and here she tells Ashley all about the ups and downs of starring in a major UK tv serial. After listening to Alyson, why not catch up with other former Emmerdale actors?! - Ian Sharroc...
Feb 28, 2021•52 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Roberta Kerr has starred in most of the soaps - Corrie as Wendy Crozier, Brookside, EastEnders, The Archers - and of course as Jan Glover in Emmerdale. Roberta really enjoyed her time in the Dales because it gave her a character to really get her teeth into and explore all Jan's nuances. She's been remembering those four years in the mid 90s with Ashley. This episode of Distinct Nosta...
Feb 27, 2021•34 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message June Brown is 94 today. So to mark her birthday we're re-releasing our special drama 'Missing You' starring June Brown and Sam Barnard. And we're adding a bonus interview with the writer Richard Vergette after the show. Missing You was written specifically for June and Sam - and based on Richard's own personal experience of having a son with Down's Syndrome. Distinct Drama presents......
Feb 16, 2021•46 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Annette Badland is a prolific character actor with an eclectic mix of fabulous credits to her name over many decades but she's probably best known (certainly in recent years) for her role as Aunt Babe in EastEnders. Here she tells Ashley about the challenges of playing such a manipulative character. Banished by the Carter family for her evil deeds but could Aunt Babe return one day to...
Feb 15, 2021•40 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message She's one of the greats of British acting - and comedy! Felicity Kendal has been part of the fabric of British life for decades. She rose to fame in the 1970s sitcom The Good Life, alongside Richard Briers, Penelope Keith and Paul Eddington. She's also well known for Rosemary and Thyme, the Carla Lane sitcom 'Solo' and a plethora of other parts over the years. Here she talks to Ashley...
Feb 09, 2021•1 hr 7 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Ian Sharrock played Jackie Merrick - Emmerdale Farm's early heartthrob and poster boy. He joined the cast in 1980, eight years into the show's run. Having some young blood in the show was something of a revolution and he quickly became popular with both fellow cast members and the public at large. In a special two part interview, Ian reflects on his Emmerdale days and working with som...
Feb 07, 2021•1 hr 34 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Ian Sharrock played Jackie Merrick - Emmerdale Farm's early heartthrob and poster boy. He joined the cast in 1980, eight years into the show's run. Having some young blood in the show was something of a revolution and he quickly became popular with both fellow cast members and the public at large. In a special two part interview, Ian reflects on his Emmerdale days and working with som...
Jan 28, 2021•1 hr 13 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message He's one half of an enduring double act which made people laugh for decades. Here Syd Little speaks to Caroline Heywood about his partnership with the late, great Eddie Large who died from Covid-19 complications back in April. Over two parts, Syd takes their story from the early days doing the clubs through to their heady days of tv and variety stardom. Little Remembers Large begins a...
Jan 23, 2021•51 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message In part 2 of the second programme in our series 'Comedy Writing Legends' Jan Etherington talks candidly about her sitcoms hit Second Thoughts, Faith in the Future and Next of Kin. She also chats to Ashley about working with Lynda Bellingham, Penelope Keith, Richard Wilson and Joanna Lumley who stars in her latest comedy 'Conversations from a Long Marriage' on Radio 4. Future programme...
Jan 21, 2021•46 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message She's one of Emmerdale's longest serving stars. But she was written out in a rather lacklustre way. Deena Payne played the iconic Viv Windsor (later Viv Hope) for 18 years. Here Deena tells Ashley about how she made the character her own - and in real life made Yorkshire her home! The interview covers some hilarious tales of her time in the Dales and a candid account of her feelings a...
Jan 16, 2021•1 hr 22 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message In the second programme in our series 'Comedy Writing Legends' Jan Etherington talks candidly about her huge sitcom hit Second Thoughts which ran for five series on ITV in the 90s. Second Thoughts starred the late Lynda Bellingham, James Bolam, Belinda Lang, Julia Sawalha and Mark Denham. Here Jan chats to Ashley about how she created the series with her husband and fellow writer Gavi...
Jan 06, 2021•46 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message In our final 'Corrie at 60' series, we meet 3 of the very early stars of the Street. It's back to December 9th 1960 with Alan Rothwell who played David Barlow and Patricia Shakesby who played Susan Cunningham, Ken Barlow's first girlfriend. Both have great stories from the first days of Coronation Street. Then we're meeting Kenneth Cope who played Minnie Caldwell's lodger Sunny Jim (J...
Jan 03, 2021•1 hr 11 min
