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Tommy Boyd
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The Wonderful Hour
SHOWBOATERS, WATCHES, GOING TO THE MOVIES...
MAKING THE WORKERS A CUPPA - THE FIRST FLY OF THE SUMMER -
2026-02-27
33 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Nails, Vinegar, and Childhood Memories
In this episode of Retro Rambling Nonsense, Hayley and Tommy go it alone, diving into a delightful mix of nostalgia, humor, and quirky everyday observations. They start with childhood memories of fingernails—Tommy's secret school-time nail filing and modern grooming gadgets like electric toenail clippers—and expand into whimsical reflections on gadgets, K-Tel toys, and clever kitchen tools that make life a little easier (or more absurd). The conversation drifts to the evolution of simple pleasures. From one type of cheese and a handful of crisp flavors to an overwhelming variety of vinegars, they laugh at the comp...
2026-02-23
27 min
The Wonderful Hour
MISTS, BREAD, KPOP DEMON HUNTERS...
THE MYSTERIOUS EARLY-MORNING MIST - BAKING A LOAF - DIVERSION SIGNS -
2026-02-20
30 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Hold the Ring and Other Nonsense
Tommy, Hayley and Duncan take a long, cheerful wander through the strange afterlife of the English language, from "Bob's your uncle" and "double bubble" to why everyone suddenly insists on "pivoting" and going on "journeys". There's fury at management speak, nostalgia for lost phrases, and a lot of laughter about how words fall in and out of fashion. Things then drift into found diaries, abandoned philosophy books, accidental love letters, strange radio bloopers and the small, oddly magical moments you only get when someone leaves part of their life behind on a train or a...
2026-02-16
33 min
The Wonderful Hour
SPECIAL SONGS, SPEEDING TRAINS, PUTTING YOUR FEET UP...
LOOKING OUT FROM A SPEEDING TRAIN - HEARING A SONG THAT MEANS SOMETHING SPECIAL - MOUNTING A BIKE -
2026-02-13
32 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Floats, Bread and Big Cars
What do glass bottles on doorsteps, Michael Caine on a milk float, and Rolls-Royces with built-in umbrellas have in common? Very little… and yet somehow they all collide in this gloriously rambling episode of Rambling Retro Nonsense. Tommy, Duncan, and Hayley start with the simple nostalgia of early-morning deliveries and end up on a delightful detour through clinking bottles, pecked cream tops, midnight bakers, celebrity limos, and the theatre of British life. Expect stories of doorstep bottles, rolling groceries, still-warm loaves from a bakery in Arundel, and Michael Caine cruising dawn-lit London on a milk float. ...
2026-02-10
32 min
The Wonderful Hour
MEMORIES, IDIOTS, LEFTOVERS...
HEADING OUT TO MEET TRUE FRIENDS - LOSING A POUND - GREAT AROMAS -
2026-02-06
31 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Rusty Nails, Colonics & Cornflakes
This week starts off sensibly with a chat about vitamins… ......and somehow ends with samurai, school reports, enemas and Anne Diamond tattoos. We dive head-first into the weird and wonderful world of health fads, from Victorian women sucking rusty nails for iron (yep, really) to 90s miracle drinks, vibrating belts and flushing your insides out with a hose. Along the way, things go wildly off-road — as they always do. In This Episode: Why Victorians were encouraged to suck rusty nails Cod liver oil, vitamins and the supplement explosion
2026-02-02
35 min
The Wonderful Hour
PEANUTS, CLOUDS, MAGICIANS...
BREAKING NEWS - LAUGHING OUT LOUD - POCKETS -
2026-01-30
32 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Movies We Definitely Shouldn't Have Watched
This week we ask the important question: What did you watch as a kid that absolutely ruined your sleep for years? Hayley confesses to secretly watching A Nightmare on Elm Street (and feeling like the police were about to burst through the door), while Duncan relives the trauma of Salem's Lot… including a jump scare that nearly ended him. Tommy, meanwhile, somehow escaped horror films but was emotionally scarred by being taken to Lawrence of Arabia at the age of eight. Because parenting was different then. Things quickly spiral into: ...
2026-01-25
30 min
The Wonderful Hour
PEN POTS, A GOOD MOAN, AN ICE COLD BEER...
SPORTS STARS CELEBRATIONS - MODERN CARS - A REALLY GOOD GROUP MOAN -
2026-01-23
33 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Obsessed with Modern Life
In this episode, Tommy, Duncan and Hayley explore the quirky and sometimes absurd habits of modern life that we never needed, but now can't live without. From carrying oversized water bottles everywhere and obsessing over step counts, to fitness trackers, loyalty cards, and texting kisses, they reflect on how technology, wellness trends, and social comparison have transformed everyday life. Through humour, nostalgia, and personal stories, they discuss: How hydration became a 24/7 requirement and the commercial push behind it. The rise of fitness trackers and social media-driven comparisons. Childhood curiosities...
2026-01-19
31 min
The Wonderful Hour
TAPS, POTATO PEELERS, THE LIGHT AFTER A SUDDEN SHOWER...
A BOX OF CHOCOLATES,,, MENDING STUFF... HATS!
2026-01-16
30 min
The Wonderful Hour
SNEEZING, URBAN MYTHS, ELVIS...
ELVIS PRESLY IS WONDERFUL - SO ARE STATIONERY KNICK KNACKS - AND URBAN MYTHS...AND MORE
2026-01-09
33 min
The Wonderful Hour
SUNDAYS, OLD PHOTOGRAPHS, GLOVES...
DAVID ATTENBOROUGH - GETTING A SONG STUCK IN YOUR HEAD - BREAKING THE FALL OF A BREAKABLE WITH YOUR FOOT -
2026-01-02
32 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Retro Christmas & New Year Memories
Join Tommy, Duncan, and Hayley as they take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, reliving the sights, sounds, and smells of Christmas and New Year past. From paper chains and foil garlands to brandy butter and festive chaos, this episode is packed with laughs, quirky family traditions, and the bittersweet charm of the holidays. In This Episode: Tommy recalls the classic Christmas decoration struggle: pastel paper chains, sticky loops, and the eternal battle with blue tack. Hayley shares her bargain-hunting tips for Christmas decorations, including cheap finds at B&Q. Duncan...
2025-12-29
29 min
The Wonderful Hour
RENEGADES, AIRPORT DEPARTURE LOUNGES, DUNKING BISCUITS...
HEARING SOMEONE BREATHINGAS THEY SLEEP - CHASING A CYCLIST AHEAD ON YOUR BIKE - GETTING A ROTTEN JOB DONE -
2025-12-26
32 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Christmas, Cabbage Patch Kids & Childhood Magic
In this episode, Hayley takes us back to the golden age of 80s toys, from Cabbage Patch Kids and My Little Pony to Care Bears and even a few unexpected Star Wars figures. While parents queued for hours to secure the must-have gifts, kids simply soaked up the magic. Tommy reflects on never being one for "butch toys," while Duncan enjoys the nostalgia trip. Hayley also shares what it was like growing up with both Hanukkah and Christmas — gelt first, then presents. The food contrast is strong: Hanukkah meals were simple and comforting, while Christmas brought big fl...
2025-12-22
32 min
The Wonderful Hour
A DOG'S WELCOME, CHANGING THE BED, GRAVEL DRIVES...
10 DOWNING ST, WADING INTO THE SEA, DRIVING WITH THE WINDOW DOWN...
2025-12-19
38 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Bending Spoons to Bananas
This week, Hayley, Duncan and Tommy take a wonderfully weird wander through the world of bending spoons, double glazing, draughty windows, and banana-related childhood trauma. From Uri Geller's "psychic" tricks to 80s wallpaper paste ads and Christmas cigar jingles, the gang ramble their way through memories of adverts, awkward dances, dodgy dinners and the strange magic of growing up in Britain. In This Episode Uri Geller & the power of persuasion: Duncan has his suspicions, Tommy blames magnets, and Hayley diplomatically settles on "entertainer." The lost household art of "draught finding" — licking your li...
2025-12-15
28 min
The Wonderful Hour
THROAT LOZENGES, FLIRTING, FREE PARKING ...
EATING CRAFTY SWEETS BY PRETENDING THEY'RE FOR YOUR THROAT - FLIRTING - TREE HOUSES -
2025-12-12
32 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Walkmans, Wires & School Disco Woes
This week, Hayley, Duncan and Tommy tune into the sounds of the past — from Sony Walkmans and clunky cordless phones to school disco slow dances and tuck shop treats. What starts as a chat about forgotten gadgets soon unravels into stories of radio legends, first crushes, and those painfully awkward teenage moments that everyone remembers (but wishes they didn't). Expect laughter, nostalgia, and a few "did that really happen?" tangents along the way. In This Episode: Memories of talk radio icon Mike Dickin — and the myth of the flying telephone. Retro gadg...
2025-12-08
30 min
The Wonderful Hour
FINISHING THINGS, HORSES, DULL CHATS...
FINISHING A BOX SET, A MOVIE, A BOOK ... SITTING ON A HORSE ... MINDLESS CONVERSAYION WITH NEEDY PEOPLE...
2025-12-05
32 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Sideboards, School Days & Strange Soups
In this delightfully nostalgic episode, Hayley, Duncan and Tommy rummage through the sideboards of the past — unearthing everything from dusty board games and awkward pamphlets to windfall apple soup and pheasants full of lead shot. Along the way, they revisit school assemblies, embarrassing sex education lessons, and the lost art of metalwork, all with the usual mix of warmth, wit and "did that really happen?" moments. In This Episode: The mystery of the week's random objects — all leading back to the humble sideboard. 70s and 80s living rooms: whiskey bottles, best chin...
2025-12-01
29 min
The Wonderful Hour
UFO'S, BICYCLES, RUBBISH TV...
WOULDN'T YOU LOVE TO SEE A FLYING SAUCER? - DAYDREAMS; THE BEST - WISDOM -
2025-11-28
30 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Filofaxes, Spies & Accidental CIA Missions
This week, Hayley, Duncan and Tommy take a nostalgic wander from the world of 1980s Filofaxes to the shadowy realms of spies, secrets and accidental espionage. It all begins with Hayley reminiscing about the satisfying click of Filofax rings, the smell of leather, and the joy of neatly writing birthdays by hand. Soon, Duncan recalls his mum's yearly ritual of copying dates into a new paper calendar, and before long the trio are deep in conversation about privacy, the cloud, and whether we might one day go back to paper diaries. Then things take a...
2025-11-24
27 min
The Wonderful Hour
LIT-UP TRUCKS, BEANS ON TOAST, HAMMERS...
GIGANTIC TRUCKS FESTOONED WITH LIGHTS - BEANS ON TOAST (ESPECIALLY MADE BY SOMEONE ELSE) ' HAMMERS FOR EVER OCCASION -
2025-11-21
32 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Planes, Parties & Peculiar Obsessions
Join Duncan, Hayley, and Tommy as they reminisce about the golden days of air travel, fan clubs, and unforgettable personal stories. From first flights on budget airlines and smoking at the back of planes, to airport adventures and quirky bedside table treasures, this episode is full of nostalgia and laughs. They also explore: Childhood dreams of being air stewardesses and the glamour of long-haul flights. Memorable encounters with airline staff and international adventures. Obsessions, fan clubs, and the sentimental treasures that shaped their youth. High-profile court cases...
2025-11-17
29 min
The Wonderful Hour
COINS, FRESH AIR, WEATHER FORECASTERS ...
COINS JINGLING IN YOUR POCKET - FRESH AIR AFTER A SHOWER BEFORE SUNRISE - THE JAUNTY SWEET NATURED WEATHER FORECASTERS -
2025-11-14
30 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Answer Phones, Two Fat Ladies & Comfort Films
In this episode, the gang takes a nostalgic stroll down memory lane, exploring the quirks of old-school technology, eccentric TV personalities, and the comfort of familiar films. From blinking answer phones to telephone seats in hallways, and from the delights of "Two Fat Ladies" to classic feel-good movies, we cover it all. Plus, we dive into the peculiar joys of bingo, VHS discoveries, and the autobiographies (and biographies) that capture our imagination—or frustrate us. What We Talk About: Answer Phones & Telephone Seats: Remember the thrill of seeing a blinking light on your an...
2025-11-10
32 min
The Wonderful Hour
THE PHONE PAT, WICHITA LINEMAN, CHEESY MOVIES...
DAYS WHEN GOD'S ON YOUR SIDE - KEEPING YOUR SOCKS ON IN BED - AVOIDING WASHING UP -
2025-11-07
31 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
From Brick Phones to Scrunchies
In this episode, Hayley, Duncan, and Tommy take a nostalgic wander through the quirks and memories of decades past. Expect laughter, a few cringe moments, and plenty of "do you remember when…" Hayley recalls her dad proudly showing off his first ever "mobile phone" — a grey brick so heavy it needed its own suitcase, complete with nosy neighbours coming round to marvel at it. The gang dive into the era of yuppies — wine bars, striped suits, and even champagne used for unblocking toilets. Duncan shares the story of his first brush with broadcasting, armed...
2025-11-03
30 min
The Wonderful Hour
SNEAKY SNACKS, SPIDERMAN, FAR-OFF NIGHT TRAINS...
THE CINEMA! - A WINTER COLD - VETS -
2025-10-31
33 min
The Wonderful Hour
HELICOPTERS, WASHING, COASTERS...
CHOPPERS; THE DRAGONFLIES OF THE SKY - LAUNDRY BILLOWING IN THE BREEZE -
2025-10-24
30 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Coach Trips, Costumes and Childhood Papers
This week, Tommy, Hayley, and Duncan take a trip down memory lane – quite literally – as they share the journeys, feelings, and rituals that defined their school days. From lollipop ladies and dangerous subways, to loud singalongs on the 726 bus, each memory paints a vivid picture of growing up. The conversation wanders into: School journeys – walking routes, long bus rides, and the feelings of dread vs. freedom Last days of term – traditions, parties, and the joy of six weeks stretching ahead Fancy dress adventures – from penguin-like mermaids to toga parties gone wrong...
2025-10-20
28 min
The Wonderful Hour
007, FRIDAYS, AFRICA...
JAMES BOND...Q...MONEYPENNY... - TARZAN, LIONS, ELEPHANTS... - AGING PEOPLE HANGING IN THERE -
2025-10-17
32 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
80s Bling Revival
In this nostalgic episode, Hayley takes us back to the late 80s, rifling through old jewellery boxes and unearthing chunky gold chains, oversized hoops, and geometric bangles. What starts as a trip down memory lane turns into a lively conversation with Duncan and Tommy about jewellery trends, piercings, fashion statements, and even the curious codes hidden in what we wear. Expect laughs, a few shocks, and plenty of cultural throwbacks — from Beastie Boys and Madonna, to Ratner's infamous blunder, to clip-on earrings and QVC binges. What You'll Hear in This Episode: Hayley's rediscovery of...
2025-10-13
30 min
The Wonderful Hour
FALLEN LEAVES, CONTROVERSIES, TURTLES...
GOLDEN CARPET AROUNG THE TREES - CONSPRACIES; OUR FAVOURITE PARLOUR GAME - TURTLES, BABY ONE, SCAMPERING DOWN THE SAND INTO THE SEA -
2025-10-10
33 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Quantum Leaps and Laundry Dreams
Hayley, Duncan, and Tommy dive into a nostalgic journey through 70s and 80s television, childhood dreams, and quirky life stories. From time-travel shows like Quantum Leap and Time Tunnel to teen alien programs and Goodnight Sweetheart, they explore the magic of TV that captured imaginations. The conversation meanders through fan letters, including Hayley's childhood attempts to join the West End stage and Duncan's unusual job replying as Paddington Bear. Horoscopes, clairvoyants, and even Uri Geller's mysterious powers make an appearance, blending nostalgia with whimsical tales of belief and curiosity. They also touch on the everyday...
2025-10-04
31 min
The Wonderful Hour
CHEF'S "TREAT", BARE FEET, BEING USEFUL...
WHEN THE TRAIN PULLS OUT - FAVOURITE FILM/BOOK/SONG - FIRST CUP OF TEA -
2025-10-03
32 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Loo Roll, Roland Rat & Rock Candy
Tommy, Duncan & Hayley are back with another ramble through the past—this time dipping into the world of cash & carry warehouses, CB radios, novelty songs, and everything in between. From blagging their way into wholesale stores in the '80s to the golden age of bulk loo roll, the team take a nostalgic wander through everyday adventures that somehow feel epic. Along the way, they swap stories of wartime bunkers turned tourist attractions, the strange fame of Roland Rat, saucy seaside postcards, and why Captain Beaky will forever live rent-free in their heads. Add in a...
2025-09-29
31 min
The Wonderful Hour
BURGERS, HAMMOCKS, THE LAST BITE OF CHOCOLATE...
YOU CAN PUT ANYTHING IN OR ON A BURGER - HAMMOCKS HELP YOU LIVE,,,FOREVER - HOLD THE LAST BITE OF CHOCOLATE ON YOUR TONGUE TIL IT VANISHES -
2025-09-26
33 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Wigs, Weather, and Pop Culture
This week, Tommy, Hayley, and Duncan dive into a lively mix of memories, mishaps, and misheard lyrics. From nostalgic reflections on News at Ten to the quirks of old-school weathermen and the unexpected afterlives of 80s pop stars, the conversation takes plenty of funny turns. They reminisce about when the whole nation gathered for News at Ten, why it's no longer the same communal experience, and the charm of magnetic weather boards complete with falling letters and the legendary "F in Fog." Famous faces such as Reginald Bosanquet, Alastair Stewart, and Wincey Willis get a mention, as...
2025-09-22
31 min
The Wonderful Hour
DIY, MOTHS, CONSPIRACIES...
RELATIVES WHO LIVE ON IN YOUR HEART - BJORN BORG - LISTENERS EMAILS
2025-09-19
34 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Cobra Beer, Curry & Concrete Gnomes
In this episode, Duncan, Hayley, and Tommy tuck into memories of their first ever curry house experiences, from Worthing and bright orange tikka masalas of family nights out. Along the way, they explore retro food, quirky restaurants, and some wonderfully nostalgic tangents — including the curious world of concrete garden gnomes. The conversation takes in Duncan's first Indian meal in the 80s, debates over whether Cobra beer or red wine really pairs best with curry, and Hayley's vivid memories of patterned carpets, sitar music, and neon-orange chicken tikka masala. Classic sides such as Bombay potatoes, garlic na...
2025-09-15
28 min
The Wonderful Hour
ESCAPE. CHEESE. LAST NIGHT'S CURRY...
GETTING AWAY FROM IT DOEN'T MEAN JETTING OFF SOMEWHERE...- ALL BEN GUNN MISSED ON HIS DESERT ISLAND WAS CHEESE - THE KINDNESS OF STRANGERS-
2025-09-12
29 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Bond, Booze & Breakfast
Tommy, Duncan & Hayley are back with another episode diving deep into the world of James Bond. This week, they explore everything from the iconic cocktails that have defined 007's suave image, to the behind-the-scenes stories that you won't find in the movies themselves. Hear about Sean Connery's surprising breakfast habits, the hilarious chaos on set during stunts, and the quirks of filming some of Bond's most legendary scenes. They also unpack the cultural impact of Bond, how the drinks became part of his persona, and share fun trivia that even die-hard fans might...
2025-09-08
36 min
The Wonderful Hour
DELUGES, SHOE CUPBOARDS, METAL DETECTORS...
SUDDEN DOWNPOURS WITH THE SUN SHINING - INSPIRATIONAL WRINKLIES - FINDING A MURDER VICTIM!
2025-09-05
34 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Lost in the Department Store & Other Tasty Tangents
This week, Hayley takes us back to a childhood moment of being lost in a cavernous white department store — the kind with customer service desks, tannoy announcements, and lollipops for tearful kids. That memory sparks a trip down retail memory lane, from C&A and Tammy Girl to Dulces school shoes and labyrinthine Bentalls. But the nostalgia doesn't stop there — Duncan and Tommy pile in with their own department store tales, stockroom crushes, and the peculiar magic of escalators that force you through the perfume section. From there, the conversation takes the scenic route through:
2025-08-31
31 min
The Wonderful Hour
PARCELS, MAGIC, COINCIDENCES...
GETTING A PARCEL AND NOT KNOWING WHAT IT COULD BE... - SALT AND VINEGAR SALT! - HARRY POTTER MAGIC -
2025-08-29
26 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Snips, Perms & Novelty Songs
Tommy, Duncan, and Hayley are back on another retro ramble – this time tackling haircuts, perms, and the eccentric world of novelty songs. Duncan opens with his modern £13.50 haircut ritual, contrasting the sleek modern barbershop with memories of smoky barbers in Worthing and the intimate oddities of 1970s British Rail haircuts. Tommy reminisces about old barber photos and Beatles-inspired hairstyles, while Hayley shares her 1980s perm adventures. Tommy admits he once had a perm too – and had a fateful encounter with pop star Leo Sayer on a bus. Music opinions fly fast, with Duncan defending Leo Sayer and Gilbe...
2025-08-25
34 min
The Wonderful Hour
JAWS, LETTERS, POLO MINTS...
GREAT MOVIES, GETTING A PROPER LETTER, GUITARS...- YOUR OWN 8 GREAT GRANDPARENTS 1 -
2025-08-22
34 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Going Up West, Steak Dinners & Microscopes
Tommy, Duncan, and Hayley are off on another delightfully rambling retro ride – this time heading "up West" for steak dinners, school trips, and questionable science experiments. Hayley reminisces about dressing up for West End theatre visits and explains the allure of those little binoculars you rented "in the gods." Duncan takes us back to his days as a 14-year-old watching Chess and treating himself to a Peach Melba, while Tommy reflects on the majesty of the Aberdeen Angus Steakhouse – and the indignity of salad bars. From there, it's a journey through lost London landmarks, vintage shop...
2025-08-18
31 min
The Wonderful Hour
LORRAINE KELLY, FANCY TEAS, KITCHEN ROLL...
TO CONTIBUTE HEAD TO "THE TOMMY BOYD SHRINE" WEBSITE - THIS TIME; ROBINS, WRAPPING PAPER... AND MORE -
2025-08-15
36 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Spaghetti Out of a Tin and Whispering Alexas
Tommy, Duncan, and Hayley are back with another generous helping of retro rambling – this time dishing up memories of tin-can cuisine, 80s dinner party disasters, and the perilous art of recording the telly without missing Bullseye. Hayley kicks things off with a creamy confession (spoiler: it involves cheese on toast and squirty cream), while Tommy fondly recalls being ID'd for a Black Forest gateau in Waitrose. From there, it's a trip through the golden age of vol-au-vents, fondue forks, and why British pizza in the 80s didn't come with dip – unless you were in Croydon. Then...
2025-08-11
34 min
The Wonderful Hour
DARTH VADER, GADGETS, A NEW PUPPY. ANTS...
ISN'T LORD VADER THE BEES KNEES? - HUMAN CIVILISATION? FORGET IT, WE SHOULD COPY...ANTS! -
2025-08-08
29 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Spitting Footballers, Plasticine Psychos & the Wimpy
Tommy, Duncan, and Hayley are back for another nostalgic ramble, this time tackling the big topics: childhood toys, 80s fast food, and bedroom walls plastered with boybands and glow-in-the-dark stars. Duncan kicks things off with his first-ever McDonald's (Western Road, Brighton – Big Mac, no cheese), before the gang reminisce about the golden era of Wimpy, the mystery of Casey Jones, and the dream of hosting a birthday party in a red plastic booth. From there, it's a headlong dive into retro board games and toys. Snakes & Ladders philosophy, Guess Who? aggression, the Operation buzzer, Ac...
2025-08-03
32 min
The Wonderful Hour
CHARITY SHOPS, MIS-TEXTING, SCISSORS...
£2.50 FOR A COFFEE TABLE ALBUM - TELLING THE WRONG BLOKE YOU LOVE HIM -
2025-08-01
33 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Lucozade, Leaf Blowers & The Lost Art of Boredom
With Duncan out of action (laid up with a sore throat and, according to Tommy, possibly communicating in Morse code), Hayley and Tommy take the reins for a warm, witty wander through retro memories – and things we've perhaps lost along the way. This episode is packed with chatter about the forgotten joy of being bored on a Sunday, why David Nixon was the real magic man before Paul Daniels came along, and how sick days meant two things: daytime telly and a bottle of Lucozade on the bedside table. There's a heartfelt dive into Saturday ni...
2025-07-27
50 min
The Wonderful Hour
ROUNDABOUTS. BOOTLACES. GRANDPARENTS...
KEVIN CALLS TO CELEBRATE...ROUNDABOUTS. BOOTLACES; OUR FIRST RITE OF PASSAGE... GRANDPARENTS; NATURE'S MOST WONDERFUL GIFT.
2025-07-25
32 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Pedantry, Black Bag Shops & A Northern Buffet
Tommy, Duncan, and Hayley are back with another nostalgic meander, and this week it's full of misremembered timelines, shady shopping scams, and a fair amount of dodgy song lyrics. The trio dive headfirst into the peculiar joys of pedantry – from people who write in about incorrect Heartbeat era soundtracks to the viewer who spotted a wrongly turned stopcock in the Have I Got News For You opening credits. Yes, really. Tommy recounts the fine art of generating "self-righteous indignation" during his Fleet Street days, and the team wander into the wild world of talk radio – both...
2025-07-20
29 min
The Wonderful Hour
SQUIRRELS! STRANGERS! FINDING LOST STUFF!
I SPOTTED A HERD...OF SQUIRRELS! RANDOM CHATS WITH COMPLETE STRANGERS! THE HEROISM OF AILING COUPLES!
2025-07-18
29 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Petrol, Pirate Radio & The Great Green Stamp Heist
Tommy, Duncan, and Hayley return with another wonderfully rambling wander through the past, this time lighting up memories of cigarette brands, full-service petrol stations, and the days when you could collect green stamps to trade in for table lamps. The trio chat about tobacco sponsorship in sport (yes, including those black-and-gold JPS cars), the curious economics of butchers' Christmas clubs, and a time when coat hangers could fix anything from your car door to your carburettor. Things get lively as they discuss pirate radio legends like Laser 558 and Wolfman Jack, revisit DIY radio kits from...
2025-07-14
35 min
The Wonderful Hour
CABIN CREWS, WHEELIE BINS, SURVIVALISTS...
THAT "HELLO AND WECOME" AT THE PLANE DOOR...- THE BINS LINED UP LIKE SENTRIES ON BIN DAY...- THOSE FURTIVE MEN IN VANS WITH BLACKED OUT WINDOW.S...- AND MORE...
2025-07-11
31 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Crackerjack, Cremola & Kitchen Confessions
Tommy, Duncan, and Hayley take another delightful trip down memory lane, starting with the iconic children's TV show "Crackerjack!" They share behind-the-scenes stories, hilarious details about the "Double or Drop" game, and the legendary Crackerjack pencil. The conversation then meanders through childhood experiences with old money, special puddings like Angel Delight and Viennetta, and the evolution of snacking. They also reminisce about classic kitchen gadgets like the hostess trolley and delve into a heated debate about modern appliances, specifically the controversial air fryer and its ability (or inability!) to truly "bake" a potato.
2025-07-07
32 min
The Wonderful Hour
CINEMAS! BUILDERS TEA! WRISTWATCHES!
Message The Wonderful Hour 07836 314007. Today; THE SKY! PUTTING YOUR KEY IN THE DOOR! SEAN LOCK! STAYING UP LATE WHEN YOU'RE LITTLE...
2025-07-04
37 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
Simple Pleasures & Banned Childhood Toys
Join Tommy, Duncan, and Hayley as they dive deep into the simple, often unglamorous, pleasures of British seaside holidays from their childhoods. From nostalgic trips to Happy Eaters and Little Chef, to amusement park adventures and the peculiar charms of "What the Butler Saw" machines, they reminisce about days spent without elaborate plans. The conversation then takes a surprising turn as they recall a host of now-banned or frowned-upon childhood toys, including Seki-guns, cap guns, and even homemade crossbows, sparking a humorous debate on how times have changed. Plus, hear their tales of...
2025-06-29
28 min
The Wonderful Hour
TRAINS. CRISP DUST. LIFELONG FRIENDS...
THOSE "STRAIGHT-THROUGH TRAINS THAT WHISTLE PAST - FREE HOT CHOCOLATE - OLD PEOPLE ON SOCIAL MEDIA - THE TV STUDIO CLOCK BETWEEN EPISODES ; "SHALL WE WATCH ONE MORE?"
2025-06-26
41 min
The Wonderful Hour
TRAINS. CRISPS. FRIENDS FOR LIFE...
THOSE "STRAIGHT THROUGH" TRAINS THAT WHISTLE PAST - FREE HOT CHOCOLATE - MEL BROOKS - THE TICKING TV STUDIO CLOCK BETWEEN EPISODES
2025-06-26
41 min
Rambling Retro Nonsense
A Taste of Things To Come..
Join Tommy, Duncan, and Hayley in "Things that make you feel warm inside" as they ponder a perplexing modern mystery: where have all the car stickers gone? From "My other car is a Porsche" to football club affiliations, the hosts share their theories on this fading trend. The conversation then swerves into hilarious and relatable recollections of their very first "proper" jobs, complete with demanding bosses, mind-numbing tasks, and the odd ingenious escape plan. The trio also delves into the evocative power of classic TV theme tunes and the changing landscape of home entertainment, finishing...
2025-06-22
50 min
The Wonderful Hour
DR WHO, PETROL STATIONS, GRASS...
MESSAGE YOUR "WHAT'S WONDERFUL" TO 07836 314007 - OR TAPE YOUR WONDERFUL AND ATTACH IT AS AUDIO.
2025-06-20
42 min
The Wonderful Hour
CATNAPS, HAPPY WEEPING, BARACK OBAMA...
ASPIRING TO GRANDPARENTOOD, DOUBLE DECKER BUSES - SWEET SHELVES, WHITE VAN MEN -
2025-06-13
46 min
The Wonderful Hour
HOT WATER BOTTLES.RAIN. WIMBLEDON
Nothing beats snuggling in bed with a hot water bottle, except maybe SHARING one. Or even clutching one to your tummy under the duvet on the sofa, Sitting outdoors under shelter as the rain patters down. Wimbledon! The green and purple, John McEnroe and...that BBC theme music.! All those and much, much more!
2025-06-06
46 min
The Wonderful Hour
WASPS, SMELLS, ON BOARD SUPERVISORS...
SHOOT THE BREEZE WITH THE WONDERFUL HOUR L
2025-05-30
45 min
Beyond the Barclay
Beyond the South Stand Special - Tommy Boyd: Children’s TV and Talk Radio legend - Portsmouth FC
Broadcasting legend Tommy Boyd joins Jez and Morgan on Beyond the South Stand for a fascinating conversation about his career, from children’s TV to sports radio and, of course, his time on Talk Radio’s Human Zoo.We discuss some of the most memorable callers, whether a show like The Human Zoo could work today, and his thoughts on Portsmouth FC, the club he’s supported for years.A must-listen for fans of radio, football, and great storytelling! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-04-16
1h 38
94.3 WYBC
Electric Drum: Oscar Guerra and Tommy Davidson
In this episode of The Electric Drum, WYBC's Jose Candelario talks with Oscar Guerra of Chevrolet of Milford and Tommy Davidson.
2024-09-06
30 min
Thai Tennis Talk
รีแคป Grass Court Season ATP และ WTA 4 รายการ Libema, Halle, Queens’s Club, Nottingham, Eastbourne
เปิดซีซันครอทหญ้ากับ Alex de Minor และ Katie คู่ครับชนะพร้อมกับบนครอทหญ้า, Sinner ชนะอย่างต่อเนื่อง, Jack Draperม้ามืดจากอังกฤษ, Tommy Paul คว้าแชมป์แรกบนครอทหญ้า, Taylor Friz ชนะ Eastbourne ครั้งที่3 เป็นคนแรก
2024-06-29
14 min
Thai Tennis Talk
Tommy Paul คว้าแชมป์ที่ Dallas, Elena Rybakina กลับมาท๊อปฟอร์มที่ Abu Dhabi, Andrey Rublev ได้แชมป์สายไฟ UTS
Tommy Paul คว้าแชมป์ที่ Dallas Open 2024, ส่วนPurcell และ Thomson ได้แชมป์ดับเบิ้ลไป, Elena Rybakina กลับมาท๊อปฟอร์มคว้าแชมป์ที่ Abu Dhabi, Hugo Humbert ไม่หลุดสักเซ็ตได้แชมป์ที่บ้านเกิด, Andrey Rublev ได้แชมป์สายไฟ UTS, นักกีฬารอบคัดเลือกเช้าชิงถ้วยในไฟนอลที่ Cordoba Open, Karolína Plíšková ยังเล่นดี ได้แชมป์ง่ายๆที่โรมาเนีย
2024-02-14
26 min
Aggie Athletics
015: Coach Tommy Boyd
Coach Tommy Boyd joins the show to talk about Aggie Girls Basketball and how the program continues to succeed and grow.--Welcome to the Aggie Athletics Podcast--your home for all things Aggie Sports! Located in the heart of St. Paul, Minnesota, Saint Agnes has a rich tradition of athletic competition, and on this show we'll sit down with current coaches and athletes to preview upcoming seasons, break down past seasons, and learn about how we're continuing to form Catholic hearts, minds, and bodies to glorify God through sport. Go Aggies!LEARN MORE
2024-02-02
38 min
Critical Line Item with Tom Ravlic
2023 - the year of kicking consulting firm tyres
Australian Greens' upper house representative Abigail Boyd has cooked up a storm in the NSW parliament as the chair of a committee looking at the way in which consultants are used by the government. The committee is due to report in the new year with only a handful of hearings left. Boyd tells Tom Ravlic that there are a few things the committee will recommend, and some ideas she thinks have merit. What are they? No spoilers - listen up! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-12-20
24 min
Critical Line Item with Tom Ravlic
Boyd and the NSW edition of consultants behaving badly
The Commonwealth Parliament has been looking at consultants but it is not the only legislature in the country giving the public service and its outsourced brains a good look. Australian Greens' Abigail Boyd is a member of the NSW Upper House. She is the chair of a committee looking closely at how the NSW government engages and deals with consultants. She reveals the motivations behind the inquiry and talks about some of the things that surprised her even given her experience as a corporate lawyer dealing with banking regulation. Boyd also says that the public service and the consultants it...
2023-08-31
35 min
Roughly a Podcast
La Smellya Later
Phil and Brandon jump on the mics after the M's swept the hapless A's. They discussed the team's eventful last couple of weeks, bid adieu to Tommy La Stella, say HELLOOOO to Bryce Miller, and play good cop/bad cop with this season's outlook.
2023-05-05
55 min
Something More with Chris Boyd
Tommy's Place - Non-profit for Kids Fighting Cancer; Immigration in America
Joining us is Tim O'Connell, Founder and President of Tommy's Place, which is a non-profit that acts as a vacation home for kids fighting cancer. Tim shares his story how of what led him on this journey and how he made his dream to help families fighting cancer a reality. Named after the Founder of the Falmouth Road Race Tommy Leonard, Tommy's Place strives for a Walt Disney type experience and is a place for families to relax, make memories, and have fun. Their significant impact on the greater community is expanding with a new home in Centerville, MA. h...
2022-10-26
47 min
Just Therapy
10th Annual Suicide Prevention Fundraiser
This week on Just Therapy we have something special. I do a Fundraiser every year for Suicide Prevention and this year we streamed it LIVE. Myself, MZ KT and Mr Ferguson did Flowers and CFFN before we got into the Fundraiser. Comedians Carlin Hagerty, Anthony Savatt, Jeremy Sheer, MZ KT, Tony Mazur, Tommy Eckel and Katrina Brown all performed. All proceeds went to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, if you would like to donate or get info please goto Afsp.org So sit back and enjoy another Therapy Session!
2021-11-10
2h 32
ARROW Movement Academy Podcast
Episode 6 - Tommy Boyd
This week we welcome, Coach Tommy Boyd. Tommy has extensive experience working in the high school setting as a PE teacher. Now as a Strength and Conditioning Coach, among other roles, discusses the common discrepancies in high school athletes. Tommy is also a huge advocate for self development, he shares insight to some of the conversations he is having with his athletes to further develop them as leaders.
2021-07-16
32 min
The Clubhouse
Strap-On's, Bombs and Tiger Stats with Todd Adcock
In this episode of the pod we are joined by our very first guest, Todd Adcock.Todd is a PGA professional from Tunbridge Wells who also had a glittering amateur career before turning professional.We cover:- His rise from full time gym-instructor to one of the top amateurs in the world- Leading out an England side that contained Tommy Fleetwood, Tyrrell Hatton and Andy Sullivan- Tips for hitting it longer and improving your gameAnd he also gets involved as we run through some of...
2021-05-26
59 min
Roughly a Podcast
Roughly Wiseguys
Topics include:The Mariners magnificent MayThis season is like lead - boom!The COVID/vaccination situation on the teamHow far do the Mariners have to go to be an elite teamWhat does the 2022 free agent class look like?Prospect roundupSelecting the official RaP CFBike Ride of the WeekGolden Hydro of the WeekCorey Brock on the Mariners COVID situationFangraphs.comSportrac's 2022 MLB free agentsFull segment from Softy and Dick FainTommy's mom's dinner scene from Goodfellas
2021-05-26
1h 11
Saturday Morning Coffee - the Reese Boyd Radio Hour
Saturday Morning Coffee for Saturday, December 5, 2020
Welcome to Episode 53 of Saturday Morning Coffee!In this week's show, Reese Boyd and Producer Glenn Dye discuss the ongoing election saga and the various legal challenges now pending that have been filed by the Trump campaign, and the status of various swing states that are still "in play." Reese reminds his listeners of the need to set up Parler and Rumble accounts, and otherwise to find alternatives to the "Big Tech" Oligarchs that are censoring conservatives' ability to speak their minds and to participate in the online public square.Election Update:Caller Tommy a...
2020-12-05
1h 45
Laurel Chapel Baptist Church Sermon Podcast
The Hour Has Come (Tommy Lanning) Midweek Bible Study
Preacher Tommy Lanning delivers a great message for our midweek bible study!
2020-04-23
43 min
93.9 Mike FM
Humans in Tune Jenny Boyd Jennifer Juniper A Journey Beyond the
Jenny Boyd called in from London to chat about her new book, "Jennifer Juniper: A Journey Beyond the Muse". You can purchase the new book on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Jennifer-Juniper-journey-beyond-muse/dp/1912666618. Jenny Boyd’s extraordinary life is the stuff of movies and novels, a story of incredible people and places experienced at a pivotal time in the 20th century. As an up-and-coming young model, Jenny found herself at the heart of Carnaby Street in London, immersed in the fashion and pop culture of the Swinging 60s. With boyfriend Mick Fleetwood, sister Pattie, George Harrison and the rest of...
2020-04-08
08 min
Hard to be Humble: An Arkansas Razorback Podcast
2020-2021 Arkansas Razorback Predictions Special! (ep. 34)
Dear Razorback fans, Make sure not to miss the important message for listener of today's show! Let us know who you are and where you'd like to see our content head in the future. Chazzz and I will be taking a podcast break, but we will be back better than EVER! Also shout out to our listener in Oregon! We focus this week on looking ahead at the upcoming football and basketball seasons and give all our takes. We also predict the future professional careers of Adrio Bailey, Jimmy Whitt Jr., Jeantal Cylla, and even Mason Jones...
2020-04-01
59 min
Prick With A Fork
Tommy Boyd's Sunday sausage ritual & a Giggly Pig Story
Hear the amazing story of Tracy Mackness and The Giggly Pig Company. Plus broadcaster Tommy Boyd talks us through his Sunday morning sausage ritual.
2020-01-29
39 min
Hard to be Humble: An Arkansas Razorback Podcast
Episode 07: Club Dub - Colorado State Reactions
Hog fans, I love you! What a win last weekend against Colorado State! We start the show celebrating the good from that game, including CJ O'Grady's crazy TD catch as well as the overall impressive performance by Nick Starkel. As always we highlight Rakeem Boyd and Mataio Soli's performance. Chad and I then have a call where we play a word association game and go over his points spreads. We of course have to mention Razorback HOCKEY! We highlight JOHNNY CASH as the famous Arkansan of the week. We finally play a voicemail by one of our listeners who...
2019-09-19
1h 05
Hard to be Humble: An Arkansas Razorback Podcast
Episode 06: From Vanilla to BLAH - Ole Miss Reactions
Hey hog fans! You can follow the podcast on twitter @humble_podcast and on instagram @hardtobehumblepodcast. What a roller coaster folks. That game was brutal... Come on in, cozy up, and let's talk this thing out. We begin the episode by sharing the hearwarmer story of Martavius French giving his gloves to Canaan Sandy. Next we gush over Rakeem Boyd and Mataio Soli's performances. With Chad on, we then discuss a plethora of topics including twitter and text fan reactions, Bobby Petrino's LR Touchdown club speech, reactions to the Ole Miss loss on the road...
2019-09-11
1h 16
Hard to be Humble: An Arkansas Razorback Podcast
Episode 05: A Win is a Win - Portland State Recap
Hey there Hog Fans! Follow the show on twitter @humble_podcast and on instagram @hardtobehumblepodcast. We kick off the show with a BIG recap of the Portland State game, drive by drive, with opinions and reactions sprinkled throughout. We then spill our undying love for our two favorite Razorbacks, Rakeem Boyd and Mataio Soli. We then cover all the latest new and hear from a few listeners. Chad then gives us an update on coaches he would swap out right now for Chad Morris as well as Week 2 point Spreads. Finally the show is wrapped up...
2019-09-04
1h 18
Radio Moments - Conversations
Tommy Boyd - Magpie, Southern, Talk Radio UK, BBC local radio
From a spell at BBC local radio whilst at teacher training college, he was to become a household name on children’s TV and one of the UK’s most distinctive radio broadcasters. In this hour of #radiomoments ‘Conversations’, the inimitable Tommy Boyd tells of his early days in BBC local radio and LBC - and how he quickly realised a childhood ambition in landing a top job in kids TV at Thames with Magpie. He opens up about the complex times at the original Talk Radio UK – how his programme’s reputation grew - and how that spell th...
2019-04-09
1h 01
Boyd Meets World
Masters Preview with Caleb Clearman
<p>Topics Include:</p> <ul> <li>Caleb's Top Three Non-Tiger storylines heading into the Masters</li> <li>The Master's Pool- Pick one golfer from five different tiers</li> <li>Group 1: Dustin Johnson, Justin Thomas, Jon Rahm, Jordan Spieth, Justin Rose, Hideki Matsuyama, Rory McIlroy, Rickie Fowler, Sergio Garcia, Jason Day, Tommy Fleetwood, Paul Casey, Henrik Stenson, Alex Noren, TIGER WOODS Y'ALL</li> <li>Group 2: Marc Leishman, Tyrell Hatton, Phil Mickelson, Bubba Watson, Matt Kuchar, Pat Perez, Rafael Cabrera Bello, Brian...
2018-04-04
46 min
Watko's Bits & Pieces
Ian In Mansfield Phones Tommy Boyd On TALKradio 210318
Ian In Mansfield Phones Tommy Boyd On TALKradio 210318 by Random audio from UK broadcaster Ian Watko Watkins
2018-03-22
04 min
GOOD GRACIOUS
Good Gracious - Save the Old Prison Farm, The Currys
Joe Peery talks about the dreams to SAVE THE OLD PRISON FARM of 300 acres near East Atlanta. Galen, Tommy, & Jimmy of THE CURRYS explain their unique style of songwriting and which one is the "mysterious one". Podcast RSS Subscribe iTunes Subscribe STITCHER Google Play TuneIn Radio
2016-11-17
30 min
Soul Has No Tempo Radio
Soul Has No Tempo Radio 06 - 11/09/15
Featuring new music from Astro Travellers, Floating Points, Matthew Halsall & The Gondwana Orchestra, Tulalah, Diggs Duke, Christian Scott, Hot 8 Brass Band, Joss Stone, Wildflower, Street Rat, James Chatburn and more! Astro Travellers - This is Real (Green Chimneys) Floating Points - Silhouettes (I, II & III) (Pluto) Matthew Halsall & The Gondwana Orchestra - As I Walk (feat. Josephine Oniyama) (Gondwana) Tulalah - Outgoing Tide (Equinox) Diggs Duke - While Your Back Was Turned (Following Is Leading) Christian Scott - Of a New Cool (Ropeadope) Hot 8 Brass Band - Papa Was A Rolling Stone (Tru Thoughts) The Polyversal Souls - Asembi Ara...
2015-09-14
1h 52