Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Another great sitcom interview from the Distinct Nostalgia team. This time with John Henshaw who played Ken in the brilliant Early Doors - a gem of a comedy penned by Craig Cash and Phil Mealey. John recalls how it all started and how he got the part as well as what he thinks was the secret behind its success. Only running for 2 series, did Early Doors end too soon? And what of all th...
Jul 09, 2022•39 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 our interview, Mike Grady remembers the three legends of Last of the Summer Wine - Bill Owen, Peter Sallis and Brian Wilde as well as other iconic regulars like Kathy Staff who played Nora Batty and Jean Alexander who played Auntie Wainwright. He also talks about what it was like to play Barry for so many years. Photo credit: Brandon Bishop If you'd like to suggest an int...
Jun 19, 2022•39 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message A two part interview with Mike Grady who is well known for his roles in two classic British sitcoms - Citizen Smith by John Sullivan and Last of the Summer Wine by Roy Clarke. He talks to Ashley about his time in both shows as well as appearances in Coronation Street. Some great memories of the plethora of great actors he's worked with and an uncanny impression of Peter Sallis in Part...
Jun 18, 2022•45 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message She was in 3 series of Are You Being Served and is one of the few surviving members of the cast of the hit British sitcom which was popular all over the world. Ashley has been speaking to Vivienne Johnson who played Young Mr Grace's nurse. Take a trip down memory lane as Vivienne remembers her time in the show which ran for 13 years. If you'd like to suggest an interview (or reunion) ...
May 22, 2022•37 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Murray Head was suddenly thrust into the limelight in 1971 as he played the love interest for Peter Finch and Glenda Jackson's characters in the film Sunday Bloody Sunday. He had the role of a young bisexual man involved in an open love triangle with a gay Jewish doctor and a middle aged divorcee. The film saw a kiss between two men, only a few years after male homosexuality had been ...
Apr 17, 2022•1 hr 21 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Series 5 Episode 2 Pretty Polly It's February and Florrie has to deal with a Wordle-obsessed Dotty, but they manage to chat about puppy training and polyamory. There are updates on Dotty's grand-daughter and her two mums, and neighbours, Herbert and Sukkhon. Florrie Lindsay Eavis Dotty Janice Fryett Written by Janice Fryett Edited and produced by John Fryett A Spinney Audio Production...
Apr 12, 2022•6 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Series 5 Episode 1 Three Little Ducks Florrie and Dotty bump into one another in the Co-Op in January and have a catch-up that takes in Bingo-Lingo, sick leave, epiphanies and babymoons. Florrie Lindsay Eavis Dotty Janice Fryett Written by Janice Fryett Edited and produced by John Fryett A Spinney Audio Production for Distinct Nostalgia About Florrie & Dotty are two ladies in thei...
Apr 02, 2022•7 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message We're talking to an absolute legend of British TV. Many will remember him from Play School, others from Heads and Tails or even just his voice. His dulcet and distinctive tones have turned up everywhere - from Super Ted to Watership Down. In the 70s he was a presenter of the YTV science show Don't Ask Me alongside Magnus Pike and David Bellamy. He appeared in dozens of sitcoms and in ...
Mar 26, 2022•46 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Julian Holloway starred in 8 Carry On Films including Khyber and Camping, His parts varied in importance but he has fond memories of the people he worked with. He's been chatting to Ashley about the significance of the films which are still hugely popular more than 60 years after they were first launched with Carry On Sergeant in the late 50s. And you can hear lots of other comedy int...
Mar 09, 2022•54 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message He was one of the Carry On series heartthrobs. Brought in as a replacement for Jim Dale in two of the films, Richard O’Callaghan was famously Lewis Boggs, Kenneth Williams’ son in Carry On at Your Convenience. But what did he think of the regular Carry On team? Here he gives a candid interview to Ashley together with memories of his famous mum Patricia Hayes. The two other interviews ...
Feb 16, 2022•1 hr 17 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Here we start a special season of interviews with surviving Carry On stars. First up star of Jungle, Loving, At Your Convenience and Matron Jacki Piper. Mark Burrows talks to Jacki about how she first got into acting and how she made her movie premiere with none other than Roger Moore. Jacki reveals what it was like to work with some of the Carry On icons and how she landed a rare con...
Feb 02, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message We start the New Year with a treat for the extended break - an interview with Sean Wilson who played Martin Platt in Coronation Street for 21 years. Sean has many strings to his bow as we'll find out - acting, art and cheese to name but three! Here he tells Ashley about his early acting credit in Crown Court, his professional working relationship with Jack P Shepherd, Sue Nichols and ...
Jan 01, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message For the New Year break, we're playing out the latest in our Comedy Legends Series. This time it's a chat with Dick Clement and Ian Le Frenais. They joined Ashley for a chat from their homes in LA during the first lockdown in 2020. Among the things up for discussion, the origins of The Likely Lads, Porridge and Auf Wiedersehen, Pet. Plus Dick and Ian talk about their writing chemistry ...
Dec 31, 2021•1 hr 15 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Distinct Drama on Distinct Nostalgia introduces a Special Comedy Drama trilogy by Carl Chetty for Christmas week. Third up Dark Centres by Carl Chetty Starring SIR DEREK JACOBI as Frankie and JUNE BROWN as Millicent with Helen Lederer and Christopher Ryan as Mr and Mrs Hamilton. And you can still hear Soft Centres and Hard Centres on Distinct Nostalgia. Trawl the Distinct Nostalgia fe...
Dec 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 Distinct Drama on Distinct Nostalgia introduces a Special Comedy Drama trilogy by Carl Chetty for Christmas week. Second up Hard Centres by Carl Chetty Starring SIR DEREK JACOBI as Frankie and IMELDA STAUNTON as Millicent Still to come - On Christmas Tuesday, Dark Centres with Sir Derek Jacobi and June Brown. Hard Centres is a Carl Chetty Production. Support the show...
Dec 27, 2021•44 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Distinct Drama on Distinct Nostalgia introduces a Special Comedy Drama trilogy by Carl Chetty for Christmas week. First Up.... Soft Centres by Carl Chetty Starring SIR DEREK JACOBI as Frankie and JOANNA LUMLEY as Millicent Soft Centres is set in a chocolate shop. It’s Valentine’s Day and there’s about as much love in this emporium as you might expect in a nest of vipers! Millicent and...
Dec 26, 2021•45 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Florrie and Dotty Series Four Episode 3 In a Flap Florrie and Dotty get a bit festive and chat all things advent-y and how women have always got the blame for things. With a sprinkling of fizzy wine and domestic uncertainty. Florrie Lindsay Eavis Dotty Janice Fryett Written by Janice Fryett Edited and produced by John Fryett A Spinney Audio Production for Distinct Nostalgia (Note: thi...
Dec 23, 2021•8 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 of the giants of Coronation Street of the past 30 years. He played Jim McDonald for 11 years and has been back around 7 times to reprise his role. But there's much more to Charlie Lawson than the Street. Here Ashley sits down for a lengthy chat with this fine actor whose career spans four decades and includes working with the legendary film maker Mike Leigh. Expect a very can...
Dec 21, 2021•1 hr 39 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Soft Centres, Hard Centres and Dark Centres will be broadcast on Distinct Nostalgia this Christmas. Cast includes Sir Derek Jacobi, Joanna Lumley, Imelda Staunton and June Brown. Written by the highly talented Carl Chetty. Listen to the preview now. Support the show...
Dec 20, 2021•2 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Florrie and Dotty Series Four Episode 2 Hiding in Plain Sight Florrie and Dotty discuss podcasts, department stores and starting their own chat line. But what sort do they have in mind? A knock at Dotty's door changes everything. Florrie Lindsay Eavis Dotty Janice Fryett Matt Matthew Webb Nobby Billy Written by Janice Fryett Edited and produced by John Fryett A Spinney Audio Productio...
Dec 12, 2021•8 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Robert Gillespie starred in sitcom after sitcom in the 70s and 80s - and beyond. He's one of our most prolific comedy actors. He's worked with everyone - from Ronnie Barker and Leonard Rossiter to Tony Britton, Yootha Joyce and June Whitfield. And he has a story to tell about almost all of them. Robert was in Rising Damp, Porridge, Dad's Army, Robin's Nest and George and Mildred to na...
Dec 06, 2021•1 hr 27 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Florrie and Dotty Series Four Episode 1 Late Summer Madness Florrie and Dotty catch up after making the most of their new freedoms after the last lockdown. They discuss electric scooters, puppies and posh hotels. Dotty brings Florrie up to speed with her Matt's love life and his expected baby. But will she get a look in? Cast: Florrie Lindsay Eavis Dotty Janice Fryett Written by Janic...
Dec 03, 2021•10 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message He arrived in Coronation Street in 1983 as the show finally created a home on the cobbles for Vera and her husband Jack. Terry joined them at No.9 and Nigel Pivaro quickly made the character his own. Within a short time, Terry was causing trouble and Nigel was becoming a household face overnight with Corrie regularly watched by half the country. Ashley chats to Nigel about his time on...
Dec 01, 2021•48 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Dawn Acton played Tracy Barlow through her young teenage years and into her early 20s. She navigated the iconic Coronation Street character from childhood to adulthood as she developed a feisty nature and began causing trouble for her long suffering mum Deirdre. Dawn played her for 11 years and has some fond memories of her time on the Street as the third actor to play Corrie's bad gi...
Nov 08, 2021•1 hr
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Long before bed hopping became common place in the Dales, even a vague hint of a dalliance was a shock to Emmerdale Farm viewers for a character like Dolly, played by Jean Rogers. Here we've searched high and low for the man who did catch her eye briefly and could have stolen her away from Matt in the late 1980s. Ashley's been chatting to Greg Floy who played the dashing Stephen Fulle...
Oct 28, 2021•48 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Magpie was one of the big kids shows of the 70s. 7 million viewers on ITV twice a week, it was the more risque rival to Blue Peter on the BBC. Over four decades since it left our screens, Ashley's assembled three of the show's most popular presenters for a reunion. Mick Robertson, Douglas Rae and Susan Stranks (who was also famous for Paperplay alongside the puppets itsy and bitzy). S...
Oct 14, 2021•1 hr 26 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Philip Franks rose to widespread fame as Charley in the original Darling Buds of May in the early 90s. Now 30 years on, ITV are bringing back The Larkins with a whole new cast. Here Philip chats about the heady days of the first incarnation and working with the legendary David Jason who played Pa Larkin. Phillip also talks about his big role in Heartbeat and the fun he had on Countdow...
Oct 04, 2021•52 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Tracy is one of Corrie’s most enduring characters. Generations have watched her change from innocent little girl to troubled 20 something through to soap bad girl. She’s been played by four different actors. And the first was Christabel Finch who took on the role from being just a few days old. Here she gives an exclusive interview from her home in Perth, Australia to Ashley. Distinct...
Sep 23, 2021•56 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?...
Sep 12, 2021•1 hr 6 min
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message As our ‘Casualty at 35’ celebrations continue, one of the show’s original stars has taken time out to give us an extensive and exclusive interview about her years on the world’s longest running medical drama. Ashley has been speaking to Cath Shipton who played iconic character Duffy right from the start in 1986. Distinct Nostalgia is an MIM Production Support the show...
Sep 07, 2021•1 hr 51 min
