Once, When I Was Cool

Commercials

This episode we look at the influence product placement has had on us through all sorts of advertising mediums.

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Kids shows (with mascots)

Do you remember those childhood TV shows which were aimed at capturing our imagination and attention. Do you also remember the mascots - usually a non-threatening animal - which were the main character? In this episode we look back at such characters.

Variety TV Shows

We exist in a culture of watching talking heads on morning TV telling us what is best for us. But it wasn't always this way. There was a time when Variety TV shows had genuine conversations and special interest topics.

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Pets!

We love our pets here on the show. But pet culture has certainly changed since we were kids. We now treat our pets as family members, companions and even fashion accessories.

Join us as we look back at what our pets meant to us way back when...

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Mobile Phones

Believe it or not, there was a time when we did not have mobile/ cell phones. In this episode we discuss the evolution of the mobile phone from the original 'bricks' on to today's ultra-flash smart phones.

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School Games

Playing outside is a topic we often moan about.

In this episode we look t the games we used to play as school kids. Team sports and mandatory enjoyment were all part of growing up way back when were young 'uns...

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Cheap alcohol

We were all teenagers once. Looking cool also came with a cost.

Join us on this episode as we talk cheap grog and teenage angst.

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Complaints

Everyone's a critic.

We have all had a reason to be dissatisfied. In this episode we look at how complaining has become an artform.

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Intro (again)

Honey! We're home....

Welcome back to an intro for Season 2 of the podcast. After a hiatus, we are back with the usual level of mediocrity you've come to tolerate.

Sorry for the delay - it's good to be back...

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Video Cassette Recorders

The VCR came on with a huge impact in our lives and soon revolutionised the way in which we watched television and movies. Eventually, we were able to record tv so we could relive moments over and over again. Sadly, the VCR is no more and has been forgotten by the newer generations. Join Dave and Wee as they are kind and rewind back to the magical age of the VCR.

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