My 70's TV Childhood

Mar 31 2025 151 ep. 21 mins 16
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A celebration of growing up in Britain in the 1970's and the huge part TV played in our lives. You can comment on episodes, suggest subjects for future podcasts and, of course, share your memories with us on our blog www.my70sTVchildhood.com 

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The Quiz #40

Mar 31 2025 15 mins  
Welcome back to my My 70s TV Childhood Quiz, where I test your knowledge of 70s television trivia! This milestone 40th quiz, meaning I've now tested you on an impressive 800 questions about 1970s TV. After many of you reported higher scores on our previous quiz, I'm considering making the next 800 a lot harder— Joking?? You be the judge! This week our Round One is a Doctor Who �

Bagpuss Yawned and Settled Down to Sleep..

Mar 24 2025 20 mins  
This week, I journey back to 1974 to explore the enchanting world of Bagpuss - voted Britain's favorite children's program in a BBC poll. Despite only 13 episodes ever being made, this magical series from Smallfilms' Peter Firmin and Oliver Postgate captured my heart and the hearts of a generation. Bagpuss followed a simple yet captivating formula: young Emily would bring lost item

The Quiz #39

Mar 17 2025 18 mins  
Welcome back, telly addicts, to another brain-teasing edition of the My 70s TV Childhood Quiz! Whether you're a loyal follower who never misses an episode or you've just stumbled upon this nostalgic treasure trove, I'm thrilled to have you join me for this journey back to the golden age of British television. In this 39th installment, I've crafted 20 carefully curated questions acr

Randall and Hopkirk (Deceased)

Mar 10 2025 19 mins  
A detective series with a supernatural twist! Randall and Hopkirk (Deceased) was a uniquely British concoction blending hard-boiled detective drama with supernatural elements and wrapped it all in that quintessentially British humour. From the gritty streets of late-60s London to the ethereal realms beyond, I explore how this show captivated a generation despite not being aimed at

The Quiz #38

Mar 03 2025 16 mins  
Welcome back to another fun-filled edition of the My 70’s TV Childhood Quiz! Whether you're a long-time listener or joining us for the first time, this is your chance to put your 1970s TV knowledge to the test. So grab a pen, a notepad, maybe even a friend, and let’s see how well you remember the classics! This week, we had four exciting rounds, covering everything from beloved

Old School Memories!

Feb 24 2025 18 mins  
School is back in session, making it the perfect time to revisit one of the most iconic school-based dramas in British television—Grange Hill. When it first aired in 1978, it was nothing short of a revolution. Unlike the idealised portrayals of school seen in earlier shows, Grange Hill felt raw and real, reflecting the struggles, friendships, and tensions that defined childhood f

The Quiz # 37

Feb 17 2025 17 mins  
Welcome back to another fun-filled edition of the My 70s TV Childhood Quiz! If you grew up watching television in the 1970s, this is your chance to put your knowledge to the test. Whether you were a devoted World of Sport fan, a lover of classic sitcoms, or someone who can still hum every theme tune from memory, we’ve got a quiz that will transport you straight back to the golden

Farewell George Roper!

Feb 10 2025 17 mins  
Welcome back to My 70s TV Childhood. In this episode, we pay tribute to the late Brian Murphy, best known as the weary, grumpy, yet oddly lovable landlord George Roper from Man About the House and George and Mildred. Murphy, who sadly passed away at the age of 92, had a remarkable career spanning theatre, film, and television. We explore his early days performing for local children

The Quiz #36

Feb 03 2025 18 mins  
Welcome back to another fun-filled edition of the My 70’s TV Childhood Quiz! This week, we had a very special guest—none other than Sooty himself! Yes, our favourite silent magician joined us in the studio, and let’s just say he had a few tricks up his sleeve. As always, we put your 70s TV knowledge to the test across four exciting rounds, covering everything from classic kid

Wait Till Your Father Gets Home

Jan 27 2025 18 mins  
Welcome back to My 70’s TV Childhood, the podcast where we revisit the television greats that shaped our lives growing up in 1970s Britain. In this episode, we’re taking a nostalgic journey into Wait Till Your Father Gets Home, an animated sitcom created by Hanna-Barbera. While it offered a distinctly American take on suburban life, its themes of generational conflict and shift