My 70's TV Childhood

Welcome back to My 70s TV Childhood! This week I am heading back to a Saturday afternoon in 1978, when a spectacular American import arrived on BBC One and stopped children in their tracks across the country. The theme music would begin, you would recognise it immediately and then, suddenly, there she was spinning around. One moment a smart businesswoman in a pair of spectacles and the next, Wonder Woman wearing considerably less. This week we are talking about one of the great television ico...

Welcome back to the My 70s TV Childhood Quiz. This week Round One is dedicated to one of the longest-running and most beloved programmes in the history of British children's television: Blue Peter. Five questions covering Shep, John Noakes, Valerie Singleton, Lesley Judd and one very famous appeal. After that, we have our regular Marathon/Fil Rouge round, the Wheel of Fate landing on 1971 for Name That Tune, and the TV Times general trivia round to finish. What to Expect: Round 1: Blue Pete...

Welcome back to My 70s TV Childhood! This week, I'm looking back at what many people reckon is one of the greatest British sitcoms ever made. A sitcom that lasted just 12 episodes, and yet more than 50 years later remains part of the British cultural furniture. We're going to Fawlty Towers. What to Expect: The Real Basil Fawlty: I trace the origins of the show back to 1970, when the Monty Python team stayed at the Gleneagles Hotel in Torquay and John Cleese encountered one of the rudest men h...

Welcome back to the My 70s TV Childhood Quiz. This week marks a rather satisfying milestone: our 75th quiz, three quarters of a century of questions about growing up with British television in the 1970s. To celebrate, Round One takes us back to one of the most cherished slots in the history of British children's television: Watch With Mother. After that, we have our regular Marathon/Fil Rouge round, the Wheel of Fate landing on 1976 for Name That Tune, and the TV Times general trivia round to...

Welcome back to My 70s TV Childhood! This week, I'm looking back at one of the biggest stars of Saturday night television, a man who entertained millions with a remarkable gallery of comic characters. Dick Emery was a fixture on BBC One for over a decade, and his catchphrases entered everyday conversation across the country. From the unforgettable Mandy to the Toothy Vicar, the Bovver Boy to the controversial Clarence, his characters were as familiar as members of our own families. Before we ...

Welcome back to the My 70s TV Childhood Quiz. This week Round One is all about the summer variety show Seaside Special, a fixture of Saturday night television throughout the mid to late 1970s, plus a few other seaside-related questions. After that, we have our regular Marathon/Fil Rouge round, the Wheel of Fate landing on 1975 for Name That Tune, and the TV Times general trivia round to finish. What to Expect: Round 1: Seaside Special Five questions about the summer variety show and a few o...

Welcome back to the My 70s TV Childhood Quiz. This week Round One takes us back to the golden age of 1970s television advertising. I will give you some information from a famous advert and you have to tell me the product or brand it was for. After that, we have our regular Marathon/Fil Rouge round, the Wheel of Fate landing on 1971 for Name That Tune, and the TV Times general trivia round to finish. What to Expect: Round 1: Commercial Break Five famous 1970s TV adverts. Can you name the produ...

Welcome back to My 70s TV Childhood! This week, I'm delighted to welcome a very special guest, a man I can only describe as a legend of children's television. He's the puppeteer behind Zippy on Rainbow, he was Sweep alongside Harry Corbett, he worked with Jim Henson on Labyrinth, he performed on the Muppet films, and he even became a rave star in the 1990s touring university discos with Zippy and George. Welcome to the podcast, Ronnie Le Drew. But first, our My 70s TV Childhood theme tune qui...

Welcome to the 72nd edition of the My 70s TV Childhood Quiz. This week Round One takes us back to those glorious school holiday mornings in front of the television, with five questions about the shows that filled our summers throughout the 1970s. A quick note before we start: some of the shows mentioned were made before the 70s but were endlessly repeated and very much part of our 70s TV childhood. What to Expect: Round 1: Summer Holiday Five questions about the school holiday mor...

Welcome back to My 70’s TV Childhood, a British nostalgia podcast about growing up with classic television in 1970s Britain. This week, I’m heading back to 1974 and one of the most talked-about and controversial programmes in the history of British television. The Family was a BBC fly-on-the-wall documentary series that followed the everyday lives of an ordinary working-class family from Reading, and it changed television forever. But first, a quick reminder that our My 70’s TV Childhood Them...

Welcome back to the My 70s TV Childhood Quiz. This week Round One takes us back to some of the most watched moments in 1970s television, the great Royal events that brought the nation together around the TV set. After that, we have our regular Marathon/Fil Rouge round, the Wheel of Fate landing on 1970 for Name That Tune, and the TV Times general trivia round to finish. What to Expect: Round 1: Royal Ratings Five questions about the most watched Royal events on British television in the 1970s...

Welcome back to My 70’s TV Childhood, a British nostalgia podcast about growing up with classic television in 1970s Britain. This week, with the World Cup just around the corner, I’m heading back to Argentina 1978, the tournament that made me a lifelong football fan and one of the most dramatic World Cups in history. But first, a quick reminder that our My 70’s TV Childhood Theme Tune Game is coming very soon. It is a nostalgic family game for people who grew up with 1970s British television,...

Welcome back to the My 70s TV Childhood Quiz. This week we have a bit of a milestone: it is our 70th quiz, which I think gives a very pleasing bit of synergy to our whole 1970s theme. To mark the occasion, Round One is dedicated to the wonderful world of Hanna-Barbera cartoons. I will give you a catchphrase and you have to tell me which character said it. After that, we have our regular Marathon/Fil Rouge round, a spin of the Wheel of Fate for Name That Tune 1979, and the TV Times general tri...

Welcome back to My 70's TV Childhood, a British nostalgia podcast about growing up with classic television in 1970s Britain. This week, I'm paying tribute to the much-loved TV presenter Judith Chalmers, who passed away this week aged 90. Judith was synonymous with one thing for millions of us who grew up in 1970s Britain, and that was holidays. As one of the original hosts of ITV's long-running holiday show Wish You Were Here, she spent decades opening our eyes to the world beyond Blackpool a...

Welcome back to the My 70s TV Childhood Quiz, or if you're joining me for the first time, a very warm welcome to you. This week I'm casting my mind back to the golden age of television talent shows, specifically the two great ones of the 1970s: Opportunity Knocks and New Faces. Whether it was Hughie Green's legendary sincerity or the famously sharp panel on New Faces, both shows launched some extraordinary careers. Round One asks you to decide which show gave each act their big break. After t...

Welcome back to My 70s TV Childhood! This week, I'm celebrating the 100th birthday of a broadcasting icon, a true national treasure, and seemingly a wonderful man. Sir David Attenborough turns 100, and I'm looking back at his extraordinary life, his career, and in particular, the landmark 1979 series that changed television and changed our relationship with the natural world: Life on Earth. But first, I have some exciting news about our My 70s TV Childhood theme tune quiz game. We're about to...

This week we’re packing our bags. Round One is all about 1970s TV shows set in foreign countries. Can you name where each one was set? Summer holidays start here. What to Expect: Round 1: Viva España! – Five 1970s TV shows, all set abroad. Can you name the country? Round 2: Marathon/Fil Rouge – Questions drawn from our back catalogue of over 200 episodes. Have you been paying attention? Round 3: Name That Tune (1972) – Five theme tunes from shows first broadcast in 1972. You’ll need to listen...

Welcome back to My 70s TV Childhood! In this episode, I celebrate one of the most beloved characters in British television history, Basil Brush. He was a fox, a puppet, a national treasure, and a firm Saturday teatime favourite for millions of families throughout the 1970s. But first, I have some exciting news about our My 70s TV Childhood quiz game, which is now in pre-production. If you'd like to register your interest in buying one, please visit www.my70stvchildhood.com and let us know! 💬 ...

This week we’re heading into space. Round One is all about the worlds of Gerry and Sylvia Anderson, UFO, Thunderbirds, Captain Scarlet and Space: 1999. Strap in. What to Expect: Round 1: Race Into Space – Five questions on Gerry and Sylvia Anderson’s sci-fi worlds. A quick note: some of the shows referred to were made in the 1960s but were regularly shown throughout the 1970s. Round 2: Marathon/Fil Rouge – Questions drawn from our back catalogue of over 200 episodes. Have you been paying atte...

Welcome back to My 70’s TV Childhood! In this episode, I head off into the final frontier as we explore what space meant to us as children growing up in 1970s Britain, and the television that fired our imaginations along the way. But first, I have some exciting news about our My 70’s TV Childhood quiz game, which is now in pre-production. If you’d like to register your interest in buying one, please visit www.my70stvchildhood.com and let us know! 💬 What to Expect: Back to the Moon: With the A...

🎲 Exciting News – The My 70s TV Childhood Board Game! We have been working on something very exciting behind the scenes. A physical, playable version of our theme tune quiz – something you can sit down with at home, with family and friends. We’re currently in pre-production and getting ready to manufacture. But before we do, we’d love to know whether this is something you’d be interested in buying. There’s no commitment at this stage. We just need to get our production numbers right. If you’d...

Welcome back to My 70’s TV Childhood! In this episode, we dive into the wonderful and wonderfully wonky world of Bob Godfrey — the animator behind some of the most beloved and distinctive cartoons of our 1970s childhoods. 💬 What to Expect: Easter Memories: Oliver shares some nostalgic childhood Easter memories — chocolate eggs, egg hunts, and the eye-watering price of Easter treats today!The World of Roobarb: We celebrate the wobbly green dog who first appeared on our screens in October 1974,...

This week’s quiz is a trip down memory lane for anyone who remembers the regional idents of 70s television. I’ll play you the theme tune for five 1970s ITV franchises, and you just have to name the company! We’ve now recorded 65 quizzes, which means there are over 1,300 questions in our back catalogue. Blimey. If you’re new here, welcome, and good luck catching up! ️ What to Expect: Round 1: Name the Franchise! - I’ll play the ident, you name the ITV company. Rou...

Welcome to a very special episode of My 70's TV Childhood! This is our 200th episode! That's right, we've now published 200 episodes of podcast land's favourite podcast celebrating what it was like to grow up as a child in the 1970s and the important part that television played in our lives back then. We are now into our 7th season, and I still can't believe that we are still going strong, still growing our band of dedicated listeners, and still finding all sorts of things to discuss. 💬 What...

“Here is the News…” 📰 This week’s quiz is all about the newsreaders who brought us the headlines in the 70s. I’ll give you the name of a newsreader, and you just have to tell me whether they were on the BBC or ITN. Simple! We’ve now recorded 64 quizzes, which means there are over 1,280 questions in our back catalogue. Blimey. If you’re new here, welcome, and good luck catching up! We know you can do it 💪 ️ 💬 What to Expect: Round 1: Here is the News — I’ll give you the...

It was silly, it was intellectual, and it was like nothing anyone had ever seen before. This week, we're revisiting the chaotic and brilliant world of Monty Python's Flying Circus. From the Ministry of Silly Walks to the Spanish Inquisition, Monty Python's unique brand of absurd humour revolutionised comedy and left a lasting impact on British culture. In this episode, we explore the origins of the Pythons, the creation of their groundbreaking show, and the sketches that have become legendar...

"I'm free!" "Ooh, you are awful!" "Nice to see you, to see you..." This week's quiz is all about the catchphrases that defined 70s telly. Can you remember who said what? Some are dead easy, others might have you scratching your head. We've now recorded 63 quizzes, which means over 1,260 questions floating about in our back catalogue. Blimey. If you're new here, welcome, and good luck catching up! We know you can do it 💪 💬 What to Expect: Round 1: Catchphrase - I'll give you ...

Theirs wasn't a romance for the ages. But it was one of the most honest love stories on 70s TV. With Valentine's Day just behind us, I've been thinking about the unforgettable marriage of George and Mildred Roper. They started as landlords in 'Man About the House', but their bickering, aspirational, and deeply familiar dynamic stole the show. Their own spinoff, 'George and Mildred', cemented their place as a television institution. In this episode, I explore why their relationship—funny, awkw...

Hands up if you where glued to Wacky Races! This week's quiz is a proper test of your memory. Can you remember who drove what? Some of these are trickier than Dick Dastardly's schemes. We've now recorded 62 quizzes, which means over 1,240 questions floating about in our back catalogue. Blimey. If you're new here, welcome, and good luck catching up! We know you can do it💪 💬 What to Expect: Round 1: Dangerous Drivers - Match the Wacky Races cars to their drivers. The Boulder Mobile? The M...

This made me cry with laughter. That is the honest truth about Ripping Yarns, and it still does nearly 50 years later. Michael Palin and Terry Jones, the creative minds behind Monty Python, took the classic British adventure stories I grew up reading and gave them a brilliant, absurdist twist. Between 1976 and 1979, they created nine episodes that understood their subject so well they could deconstruct it with precision and humour. In this episode, I explore why Ripping Yarns remains on...

Hello and welcome back to the My 70’s TV Childhood Quiz! This is the 61st edition of our fortnightly trivia challenge dedicated to the golden age of British television. Thanks for all your comments on the last quiz. A few of you found it tricky, but with some scores in the high teens, it seems we’re pitching it just right! Ready to test your knowledge again? Grab a pen, paper, and your favourite beverage, and let’s begin 💬 What to Expect: •🎲 Round 1: The Name of the Game - Can you ident...

This week, we’re bracing ourselves for chaos and cringing with affection as we revisit one of the most iconic sitcoms of the 1970s: “Some Mothers Do ’Ave ’Em”! Join me as we return to the world of the hapless but well-meaning Frank Spencer, brought to life by the incredible Michael Crawford. We’ll explore the jaw-dropping stunts, the unforgettable catchphrases, and the surprisingly heartwarming relationship between Frank and his long-suffering wife, Betty. 💬 What to Expect: •The Man Behind th...

Welcome to the first My 70s TV Childhood Quiz of 2026! Happy New Year! We're back for season seven of the podcast, and this is the 60th edition of our seventies TV trivia quiz. If you haven't played before, it's simple: 20 questions across four rounds, one point per correct answer. Grab a pen, paper, and your favourite beverage, and let's see how you do! What to Expect: 🍹 Round 1: Dry January - Drinks featured in 70s TV shows 📺 Round 2: Marathon or Phil Rouge - Questions about previous ...

Join as we take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, from school sports day memories to the legendary competition that inspired generations of British children. Featuring the iconic Ron Pickering, celebrity sporting guests, and the unforgettable moment when winners got to jump into the swimming pool. What to Expect: 🏃 A personal journey through 1970s school sports days, from creosote-marked running tracks to the infamous high jump rope 🏆 The story of We Are the Champions: how a BBC show turned...

This week, we're joined by longtime listener and friend of the podcast, Lee, to talk about a beloved Christmas tradition: the Christmas Annual! If you overindulged on turkey and all the trimmings on Christmas Day, we hope you're enjoying this time between Christmas and New Year. And if you did get Action Man, Buckaroo, and Cluedo in your stocking this year, then well done! One thing we haven't spoken about that much is the Christmas annual. As children, we loved getting a few annuals alongsid...

Welcome to a very special edition of our 70s TV trivia quiz! This is our pre-Christmas quiz, designed to keep you and your nearest and dearest entertained over the holiday period. And this quiz has a difference: all 30 questions have been provided by you, our listeners! A huge thank you to Russell, Mark F, Lee, Ed, Mark G, Gillian, Andrew, Kath, and Brian for sending in their brilliant 70s TV posers. 💬 What to Expect: 📺 Round 1: Relatively Speaking - questions about TV relatives 📺 Round 2: Sc...

This week, we're getting festive and taking a trip down memory lane to look at the best-selling Christmas toys of the 1970s! From the toys we desperately wanted (thanks to all those adverts) to the ones that actually made it under the tree. 💬 What to Expect: 🎁 A year-by-year rundown of the most popular Christmas toys from 1970 to 1979 📺 The great Christmas Day dilemma: watch Morecambe and Wise or play with your new Subbuteo? 🎮 How toys evolved from Pet Rocks to the Sony Walkman ❤️ A reminder ...

This week, we're testing your memory of the iconic Blue Peter appeals in a round called "And the Totaliser Says..." Do you remember what we were collecting all those stamps, postcards, and bottle tops for? 💬 What to Expect: 📺1: And the Totaliser Says... - questions about the classic Blue Peter appeals 📺2: Marathon/Fil Rouge - questions from previous podcast episodes 📺3: Name That Tune - theme tunes from 1974 📺4: TV Times - general 70s TV trivia Last Chance! This is your final opportunit...

Join me as I dig into the dusty archives to remember a US import that landed on UK screens in a very unusual way: Big John, Little John. This week, we explore this short-lived sitcom about a 40-year-old science teacher who accidentally drinks from the Fountain of Youth and keeps turning into his 12-year-old self. It was a show that flipped the classic "I wish I was a kid again" trope on its head, showing the hilarious chaos that ensues when you have no control over the change. We'll discuss i...

Welcome to Quiz #57! This week, we're taking a trip down memory lane with a round all about classic 70s TV adverts in "Commercial Break." From secret lemonade drinkers to the best lager in the world, we're testing your memory of those iconic ads. What's in this episode: Round 1: Commercial Break - questions about iconic 70s TV advertsRound 2: Marathon/Fil Rouge - questions from previous podcast episodesRound 3: Name That Tune - theme tunes from 1979Round 4: TV Times - general 70s TV triviaBon...

Join me as I dig into the dusty archives of My 70's TV Childhood Towers to explore a little slice of eccentric brilliance: Michael Bentine's Potty Time. This unique episode explores a specific moment in television history when tiny wooden puppets, daft voices, and impossible chaos ruled the screen. From the mind of the "fourth Goon," Michael Bentine, this show brought a handmade charm and gentle surrealism that feels quintessentially British. We'll explore the history of the show, the man beh...

Welcome to Quiz #56! This week, we're taking a look back at the terrifying public information films that haunted our childhoods in a round called "Remember, Remember." What's in this episode: Round 1: Remember, Remember - questions about those infamous public information filmsRound 2: Marathon/Fil Rouge - questions from previous podcast episodesRound 3: Name That Tune - theme tunes from 1978Round 4: TV Times - general 70s TV triviaBonus QuestionExciting News: We still need your questions for ...

Join me as I dig into the dusty archives of My 70's TV Childhood Towers to explore one of the most popular but slightly bizarre double acts in British television: Rod Hull and Emu. If you were growing up in the 70s and early 80s, you'll almost certainly remember the bizarre sight of one man and an arm-length emu puppet tearing through TV studios, visiting school-holiday specials, wrestling chat-show hosts, and generally causing mayhem. Today we'll look at how the act started, why it resonated...

Welcome to Quiz #55 our special Halloween edition! This week we're testing your knowledge of the most frightening and disturbing shows from 1970s television. What's in this episode: Round 1: Trick or Treat - scary 70s TV momentsRound 2: Marathon/Fil Rouge - questions from previous podcast episodesRound 3: Name That Tune - theme tunes from 1972Round 4: TV Times - general 70s TV triviaBonus Question: Captain Scarlet's AngelsExciting News: We're creating a special Christmas quiz using YOUR quest...

Join me as I dig into the dusty archives of My 70's TV Childhood Towers to explore what was on television on Sunday, October 21st, 1979. Armed with both the Radio Times for BBC and the TV Times for ITV, I take you through a fascinating day of 1970s television programming that reveals a broadcasting landscape shaped by industrial action and true public service programming. This unique episode explores a specific moment in television history when ITV was crippled by a technicians' strike, leavi...

Welcome back to My 70's TV Childhood Quiz, where we test your memories of what was on the box during that memorable decade! This quiz is an offshoot of the My 70's TV Childhood podcast, which looks back fondly on what it was like to grow up as a child in 1970's Britain and the important role that television played in our lives back then. If you haven't listened, I really recommend you do. Exciting News! We are now live on Instagram! Oliver's been practicing his pouting and posing, and you can...

Join me, as I count down the top 10 American detective and crime shows that captivated British audiences during the 1970s. From the sun-soaked highways of California to the gritty streets of New York, these imported dramas provided weekly escapes that became essential Saturday night viewing for families across the UK. Inspired by listener Adam's request for a follow-up to our UK detective shows episode, I explore how American television transformed British living rooms with glamorous location...

Welcome back to My 70's TV Childhood Quiz, where we test your memories of what was on the box during that memorable decade! This quiz is an offshoot of the My 70's TV Childhood podcast, which looks back fondly on what it was like to grow up as a child in 1970's Britain and the important role that television played in our lives back then. As always, we have 20 questions over 4 rounds. It's just for fun, and the quizmaster's answer is the final one! So settle down with a pen and paper and your ...

Join me, as I take you back to the rebellious world of Magpie, ITV's groundbreaking children's show that first hit the screens in 1968 as a bold rival to the BBC's Blue Peter. With presenters like Mick Robertson and Jenny Hanley, Magpie wasn't afraid to be different. It brought live music from bands such as T-Rex into the mix and tackled serious topics like bullying and whale conservation. All quite daring for its time. One of my favourite memories has to be when Mick Robertson dangled off a ...

Welcome back to My 70's TV Childhood Quiz, where we test your memories of what was on the box during that memorable decade! As always, we have 20 questions over 4 rounds. It's just for fun, and the quizmaster's answer is the final one! So settle down with a pen and paper and your favourite beverage! Here's what we've got lined up for you: 📺Round One: Trumptonshire! All about the three shows in the so-called Trumpton trilogy. Yes, we know they were made in the 1960s, but they were very much an...

This week, I'm exploring one of the 1970s most beloved television programmes - "All Creatures Great and Small." Inspired by my recent experience with expensive veterinary bills for one of our cats, this episode reflects on how dramatically our attitudes towards pets and animal care have changed since the 1970s. I begin with my childhood memories of pets at our Victorian vicarage in Padgate, from Flopsy the escape-artist rabbit who repeatedly ran off to join wild rabbits on the old RAF base, t...

Welcome back to My 70's TV Childhood Quiz, where we test your memories of what was on the box during that memorable decade! This quiz is an offshoot of the My 70's TV Childhood podcast, which looks back fondly on what it was like to grow up as a child in 1970's Britain and the important role that television played in our lives back then. If you haven't listened, I really recommend you do. As always, we have 20 questions over 4 rounds. It's just for fun, and the quizmaster's answer is the fina...

This week, we have a very special guest joining us - the accomplished actress and author Nina Saville! Nina is perhaps best known to our listeners as Mr. Rumbold's secretary in the beloved BBC sitcom "Are You Being Served?" - a role that made her part of one of Britain's most enduring comedy classics. Nina shares fascinating insights into the golden age of British television when comedy shows were performed live without canned laughter, creating that organic chemistry we all remember so fondl...

Welcome back to My 70's TV Childhood Quiz, where we test your memories of what was on the box during that memorable decade! 🎉 SPECIAL MILESTONE EPISODE! 🎉 Today we're celebrating our 50th quiz episode! It's been fifty episodes since we responded to your calls for more content by introducing our fortnightly quiz, and we're delighted that many of you have been playing along for quite some time. Well done with your stamina! This quiz is an offshoot of the My 70's TV Childhood podcast, which look...

🎲 The My 70s TV Childhood Board Game is launching very soon! We are launching a playable version of our regular theme tune quiz, and we are planning some extremely special events that you may have the opportunity to take part in. More details to follow shortly. If you are interested in finding out more about the game, please do register your interest and we will be in touch. Register your interest at: https://my70stvchildhood.com This week, we're diving into one of the most beloved and glorio...

Welcome back to My 70's TV Childhood Quiz, where we test your memories of what was on the box during that memorable decade! This quiz is an offshoot of the My 70's TV Childhood podcast, which looks back fondly on what it was like to grow up as a child in 1970's Britain and the important role that television played in our lives back then. If you haven't listened, I really recommend you do. As always, we have 20 questions over 4 rounds. It's just for fun, and the quizmaster's answer is the fina...

This week, we're diving into the wonderful world of 1970s summer holidays - from the surprising success of sitcom film spinoffs to family holiday traditions and those magical school holiday TV schedules that kept us glued to our screens. Remember when "On the Buses" topped the UK box office in 1971, beating The Godfather? The 70s were obsessed with turning popular sitcoms into films - Dad's Army, Are You Being Served, Porridge, and even the forgotten Spanish spinoff "Don't Drink the Water" st...

Welcome back to My 70's TV Childhood Quiz, where we test your memories of what was on the box during that memorable decade! This quiz is an offshoot of the My 70's TV Childhood podcast, which looks back fondly on what it was like to grow up as a child in 1970's Britain and the important role that television played in our lives back then. If you haven't listened, I really recommend you do. As always, we have 20 questions over 4 rounds. It's just for fun, and the quizmaster's answer is the fina...

This week, we're exploring the martial arts craze that swept Britain in the 1970s, inspired by the unlikely hit TV series "Kung Fu" starring David Carradine as Kwai Chang Caine, the wandering Shaolin monk. Remember those Saturday tea times when we were allowed to eat in front of the TV? The lineup was glorious - Pink Panther, Alias Smith and Jones, and of course, Kung Fu. This slow, meditative Western about a half-Chinese, half-American monk wandering the Old West was unlike anything else on ...

Welcome back to My 70's TV Childhood Quiz, where we test your memories of what was on the box during that memorable decade! This quiz is an offshoot of the My 70's TV Childhood podcast, which looks back fondly on what it was like to grow up as a child in 1970's Britain and the important role that television played in our lives back then. If you haven't listened, I really recommend you do. As always, we have 20 questions over 4 rounds. It's just for fun, and the quizmaster's answer is the fina...

This week, I'm taking inspiration from the BBC's classic viewer feedback show "Points of View" to share some of the wonderful messages you've sent me over the years. It's a celebration of our shared 70s TV memories and the amazing community we've built together. Since starting the podcast in 2020, I've been overwhelmed by the volume and variety of comments from listeners. It seems I'm not the only one for whom brief fragments of sitting watching the box bring back happy memories. This episode...

Welcome back to My 70's TV Childhood Quiz, where we test your memories of what was on the box during that memorable decade! This quiz is an offshoot of the My 70's TV Childhood podcast, which looks back fondly on what it was like to grow up as a child in 1970's Britain and the important role that television played in our lives back then. If you haven't listened, I really recommend you do. As always, we have 20 questions over 4 rounds. It's just for fun, and the quizmaster's answer is the fina...

This week, we return with the ultimate sporting spectacle of the 70s: Superstars, where our greatest athletes stepped out of their comfort zones to compete in the classiest school sports day ever televised. First airing on New Year's Eve 1973 as "Britain's Sporting Superstars," this brilliant concept saw elite athletes from different sports competing against each other in everything except their own discipline. I vividly remember the sheer excitement of watching David Hemery, Jackie Stewart, ...

Welcome back to My 70's TV Childhood Quiz, where we test your memories of what was on the box during that memorable decade! This quiz is an offshoot of the My 70's TV Childhood podcast, which looks back fondly on what it was like to grow up as a child in 1970's Britain and the important role that television played in our lives back then. If you haven't listened, I really recommend you do. As always, we have 20 questions over 4 rounds. It's just for fun, and the quizmaster's answer is the fina...

This week, I take a nostalgic journey through one of the most iconic talent shows of the 1970s – "Opportunity Knocks!" While watching modern talent competitions like "Britain's Got Talent" and "The Masked Singer," I found myself reminiscing about Monday evenings in the 70s when families across Britain would gather around their televisions to watch aspiring performers compete for fame on Hughie Green's legendary show. "Opportunity Knocks" was a true British institution that began on BBC radio ...

Welcome back to My 70's TV Childhood Quiz, where we test your memories of what was on the box during that memorable decade! This quiz is an offshoot of the My 70's TV Childhood podcast, which looks back fondly on what it was like to grow up as a child in 1970's Britain and the important role that television played in our lives back then. If you haven't listened, I really recommend you do. As always, we have 20 questions over 4 rounds. It's just for fun, and the quizmaster's answer is the fina...

This week, I take a nostalgic journey through the TV schedules from Saturday, May 19, 1973, using both the TV Times and Radio Times as my time machines – yes, in those days you needed two separate magazines to know what was on all three channels! I begin by exploring ITV's offerings before moving on to BBC1 and BBC2. Starting with ITV (which required the TV Times to view its schedule), the morning lineup featured "The Flaxton Boys," a children's adventure series set in Yorkshire that I'm stru...

Welcome back to My 70’s TV Childhood Quiz, where we test your memories of what was on the box during that memorable decade! This quiz is an offshoot of the My 70’s TV Childhood podcast, which looks back fondly on what it was like to grow up as a child in 1970’s Britain and the important role that television played in our lives back then. If you haven’t listened, I really recommend you do. As always, we have twenty questions over four rounds. It’s just for fun, and the quizmaster's answe...

This week, I journey back beyond Gerry Anderson's puppets to explore his ambitious live-action creations: UFO and Space: 1999, shows tapping into the 70s fascination with space. First airing in 1970, UFO featured the secret SHADO organisation defending Earth from organ-harvesting aliens. I vividly remember Commander Straker (Ed Bishop), looking incredibly cool leading the defence from Earth and a secret Moonbase, hidden beneath a film studio. The eerie whine of the alien ships genuinely scare...

Welcome back to the My 70’s TV Childhood Quiz, your favourite fortnightly celebration of all things retro television! Inspired by the award-shortlisted My 70’s TV Childhood podcast, this quiz brings you 20 nostalgia-packed questions every two weeks. It’s just for fun, no pressure, so grab a pen, paper, and a cup of tea (or something stronger if it’s later than 7am!) and join in. Thank you for all your fantastic feedback on the last quiz. Some found it challenging, others scored in the high te...

This week, I journey back to the musical landscape of my childhood, exploring those special pop music shows that lit up our screens in the 1970s. Before the era of MTV and streaming, we cherished those few precious programs where we could watch our musical idols perform. My earliest musical memories include my mother's lullabies and the plastic record player I shared with my sister. We had quite the eclectic collection – The Chipmunks' Christmas songs, Petula Clark's "Downtown," and that pecu...

Welcome back to My 70s TV Childhood Quiz, where I test your knowledge of 70s television trivia! We're up to Quiz #41 now, meaning you've tackled over 820 questions from the golden age of British TV. Some of you thought last time’s questions were a bit tough, but with scores still creeping into the high teens, I think we’re striking the right balance between fun and challenge! This week, Round One is all about Jimmy Perry – Dad’s Army and… It’s a Yes or No round where I name a series and...

This week, I journey back to the golden age of British television advertising in the 1970s. Those wonderful commercial breaks were filled with jingles we can still sing today and catchphrases that became part of our everyday language. The 70s were simpler times with no mobile phones or social media, where computers existed largely only in TV shows with their big cabinets, whirring tape spools, and banks of flashing lights doing nothing in particular. From the chocolate treats like Finger of F...

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 – Yes or No test. It's a straightforward round where I name actors and you decide whether they appeared in Doctor Who...

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 items to her shop, where Bagpuss and friends would clean them up, tell stories about them, and display them for their...

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 across four entertaining rounds guaranteed to transport you straight back to those cherished evenings spent with the...

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 children like me at all! Mike Pratt brought world-weary charm to Jeff Randall, a man perpetually trying to mainta...

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 cartoons to classic British TV moments. Round One – Scooby Doo, Where Are You? The first round took us on a mystery-...

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 for so many of us. For those of us heading to secondary school at the time, Grange Hill was both thrilling and unset...

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 age of British television. This week, we’re kicking things off with a round dedicated to sport on TV in the 70s. Y...

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, his time with Joan Littlewood’s Theatre Workshop, and the journey that led him to become one of Britain’s most ...

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 kids' TV to iconic theme tunes and deep dives into our podcast archives. Round One – Sooty & Friends This round was al...

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 shifting societal values struck a chord with British audiences who were already familiar with similar clashes through sitc...

Welcome back to My 70s TV Childhood Quiz! I’m thrilled to bring you the latest instalment of our fortnightly trip into 70s TV nostalgia. If you’re new here, a warm welcome! This podcast is all about celebrating the golden age of television and what it was like growing up in Britain during the 1970s. For our loyal listeners, thank you for your continued support—you’re the heart of our community. This week, we’ve prepared another fantastic quiz to challenge your 70s TV trivia knowledge. Get rea...

Welcome back to My 70’s TV Childhood, the podcast where we revisit the TV shows, memories, and moments that shaped childhoods in 1970s Britain. It’s hard to believe we’re already in our sixth season! The support and love from all of you listening, sharing your memories, and getting in touch means the world to me—thank you! In today’s episode, we’re taking a nostalgic trip back to one of the ultimate Saturday night TV experiences—The Generation Game. I’ll be reflecting on the impact of this fa...

Welcome to the first episode of Season 6 of My 70s TV Childhood! I’m Oliver Colling, and I’m delighted to kick off 2025 with a brand-new quiz episode to blow away the Christmas cobwebs. If you’re new to the podcast, a warm welcome to you! My 70s TV Childhood is a podcast dedicated to celebrating what it was like to grow up in Britain during the 1970s—a time when television was the heart of family life. For our regular listeners, thank you for your continued support, especially those who’ve be...

Hello and welcome back to another episode of My 70s TV Childhood. This week, we’re stepping into the world of one of Britain’s most beloved sitcoms from the 70s: It Ain’t Half Hot Mum. Created by the iconic duo Jimmy Perry and David Croft, this series brought a unique mix of humour and heartfelt storytelling to our screens. Set in World War II, the show followed the antics of a concert party in the Royal Artillery, tasked with entertaining troops before they headed to the front line. From Win...

As Christmas Eve jingles ever closer, let’s take a moment to unwrap the festive season in 1970s Britain—a time filled with wonder, laughter, and the magic of television. Christmas as a child in the 70s was pure joy. The excitement began weeks in advance, from crafting endless paper chains at school to rehearsing nativity plays that got more creative each year (a South Sea Island-themed production, anyone?). At home, our trusty but increasingly threadbare Christmas tree emerged from its box on...

Welcome to a very special edition of My 70s TV Childhood! This week, we’re celebrating Christmas with a listener-powered quiz extravaganza. That’s right—every single question in this episode has been submitted by you, our brilliant audience. Your response was overwhelming, and while we couldn’t include all of your fantastic submissions, we’ve curated a selection that spans the golden age of 1970s television. From the sci-fi adventures of Blake’s 7 and Sapphire and Steel to the comedic brilli...

Welcome to My 70s TV Childhood! As the festive season jingles ever closer, it’s time to unwrap memories of Christmas in 1970s Britain. Ah, the Christmas list. A child’s masterpiece of dreams, overthinking, and perhaps a little greed. Would Father Christmas judge your requests? Would you strike the perfect balance between modesty and ambition? Tools like the Argos catalogue turned our imaginings into meticulously referenced wish lists, complete with page numbers for ease of parental shopping. ...

Welcome back to the My 70’s TV Childhood Quiz! This week, we’re marching straight into the world of Dad’s Army with a special quiz that celebrates the much-loved sitcom and plenty more from the golden age of 1970s British television. Whether you’re a devoted fan or just here for a bit of fun, grab a cuppa and join us! Kicking things off, our Don’t Panic! round salutes Dad’s Army. From Private Frazer’s surprising day job to the legendary theme tune, this round is packed with questions that’ll ...

Welcome to another episode of My 70s TV Childhood. This time, we’re returning to the world of Gerry Anderson’s iconic puppet series. Growing up in 1970s Britain, Thunderbirds and other Anderson creations like Stingray, Captain Scarlet, and Joe 90 were a big part of my TV memories. We explore the genius of Gerry and Sylvia Anderson and their revolutionary Supermarionation technique, which brought their characters to life. I reminisce about the Tracy family of Thunderbirds, their heroic mission...

I’m not sure what possessed me to venture into the dusty cellar this week, but I’m glad I did. Deep in the archives of My 70’s TV Childhood Towers, I unearthed copies of the Radio Times and TV Times from 19th November 1975. Armed with these fragile treasures, I pieced together a fascinating snapshot of what was on TV that chilly Wednesday evening nearly 50 years ago. It was a typical night of 70’s British television, full of familiar favourites and forgotten gems. BBC1 was its dependable self...

Hello, 70s TV lovers! Welcome to a brand-new episode of My 70’s TV Childhood Quiz! We’re excited to take you on another journey through the colourful, quirky, and unforgettable world of British TV in the 1970s. Get ready for four rounds packed with nostalgia, surprises, and a few fresh twists! First up is Round One: Animal Magic, where we’ll test your memory of the famous four-legged (and sometimes winged!) friends that brightened our screens. How many of these iconic animal stars can you rem...

Welcome back to My 70’s TV Childhood! In today’s episode, we’re on a wild ride through the zany five-minute gems that made British teatime magical in the 1970s. Just before the news, these teatime treats burst onto our screens, packing unforgettable characters and stories into a few short minutes. From the peculiar Hector fussing over his garden, to Dougal’s dry wit on The Magic Roundabout, to Ludwig’s bizarre egg-shaped antics, each one brought something unique, and sometimes a bit strange, ...

Welcome to the latest episode of My 70’s TV Childhood Quiz! Today, we’re taking another nostalgic journey through the 1970s, revisiting unforgettable moments from British TV. In this episode, we’ve got four rounds packed with fun and challenging questions about classic 70s TV. Whether you’re here for the first time or you’re a seasoned listener, it’s all just for fun—so come along and test your knowledge! We kick things off with a Halloween special that returns to some chilling 70s classics, ...

Welcome back to My 70’s TV Childhood! This episode is an absolute treat for fans of 1970s British sci-fi as we take a journey into the time-bending world of Timeslip. But before we leap into the past—or the future—I’m thrilled to announce some fantastic news! We’ve been shortlisted for Best TV and Film Podcast at the UK Independent Podcast Awards for the second consecutive year! It’s a real honour, and I want to thank each and every one of you for your continued support. We couldn’t have made...

Welcome to another episode of My 70’s TV Childhood, the podcast where we take a nostalgic look back at the television and memories of growing up in 1970s Britain. Today, we bring you quiz number 29, filled with questions about the TV shows, characters, and actors who defined our childhoods. It’s an Octoberfest special, so expect to encounter some iconic figures linked to the month of October. This quiz will test your knowledge across several rounds, starting with our Octoberfest Round. We’re ...

Welcome back to My 70’s TV Childhood! I’m Oliver Colling, and this episode holds a special place in my heart. Before we dive into the wonderful world of Tony Hart, I’d like to take a moment to dedicate this episode to my dear friend, Anthony Martin, who sadly passed away suddenly on September 18th, 2024. Anthony was a great fan of this podcast, always excited to join in on our quizzes—even if he didn't always get the answers right! We will truly miss you, Anthony. This episode is for you. I w...