Once, When I Was Cool

Dial UP Internet

Hurry up and wait as we delve into the origins of the internet in our homes. Think you have slow internet now? Remember back with us when images took a long while to download and streaming was what happened when it rained. And you had a choice... phone call or internet. Never both and never at the same time. Download it now in a hurry and thanks for listening in.

Waterbeds

Ahoy there, matey! Get your sea legs ready to sleep above the fishes on this week's rockin' episode of the podcast where we are discussing that uber-cool accessory - the waterbed. From filling to blown thermostats to springing a leak, we look at the hows and whys of why these slumber devices were so cool. But have they stood the test of time? Does anyone still have one? Listen in and discover very little new information on these 80s icons...

Handkerchief

Sometimes a fashion accessory, sometimes a practical approach to the management of a head cold. This episode we discuss the humble handkerchief in all of its inglorious forms. Such a handy accessory with many uses now in a rapid decline, with most people under the age of 25 never having seen a "hanky", let alone used it to its full capability. Do you have an experience with a handkerchief? Listen in as we discuss our experiences with the ever useful and much maligned handkerchief.

Six-Pack Recap

Here is a midweek bonus for you, faithful listener! A short synopsis of our first six episodes with a spacial guest. Lots of feedback from a (non) listener, not necessarily in our demographic. Also, one of the hosts is unavailable this week due to some truly admirable philanthropy. Enjoy the show...

Psychic Hotlines

Did you ever know things before they happened? Did you ever think you might have the "special" touch? No? Neither have we. Back in the day of telephone landlines you could, for a small (large) fee, you could have your fortune told  by a psychic. Call the number and get connected with destiny! These shifty services were advertised on late night television and catered well to the lonely and anxious cashed up insomniacs who needed to know what was on the cards for them. Dave and Wee discuss how it impacted their lives on this episode. One of us actually used them. Can you guess who it was?

Ninja Movies

Ninja movies were the staple for a young chap keen to get his action movie fix back in the 80s. From poorly dubbed Hong Kong action films to the big budget American block-buster, ninja films were what it was about. Dave and Wee talk this episode about their faves - movies and actors and how they changed their lives. Listen in and look back fondly with us.

One Hour Photo

Remember this? With the rapid rise of digital photography, we have seen the decline of film and film developing. On this episode Dave and Wee look at how we used to need film to record our precious memories, and wait for our carefully staged photos to be developed and returned to us.

Tonka Toys

This episode Dave and Wee are discussing the big hitter in original boys toys - Tonka Trucks. Originally made of metal, these toy excavation machines were the staples of play when we were children. We look at how they have changed over the years, and how they hold relevance in today's age of parenting and kids play.

Boombox

On this weeks episode we examine how the boombox influenced our lives.

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