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Bisexual BrunchBisexual Brunch - The academic who thinks we need to declare a 'bisexual crisis', Lewis defends pansexual comedian Joe Lycett as the press go crazy over him having a baby + how open should bi men be when dating on Grindr? + much moreLet us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalist Ashley Byrne with comedian and actor Samantha Baines, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. Bisexual Brunch along with former host Nichi Hodgson, Ashley and Lewis were included in the UK Pride Power List 2021. Lewis managed to stay in the list in 2022 and soared to...2024-12-083h 13
Distinct NostalgiaCrossroads Special: Nolly's friend Tony Adams on his time at the Midlands' MotelLet us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageAs the TV drama Nolly goes live on ITVX find out the real story behind Crossroads and Noele Gordon here as we re-release our special interview with Nolly's friend Tony Adams who played Adam Chance in the hit ATV drama serial which began in 1964 and ran for 24 years the first time round.In a candid and often very funny look back, Tony talks to Ashley Byrne about joining the soap in 1978 and recalls...2023-02-0448 min
Distinct NostalgiaOriginal Comedy Drama - Generation Games - WRONG SIDE OUT by Janice Fryett - starring Emmerdale legend Jean RogersLet us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageWrong Side Out NEW COMEDY/DRAMA by Janice FryettBetty lives in genteel Yorkshire (suburbia!) She might be an Octogenarian but she still uses her good looks to get out of tricky situations. If only her daughter, Julie, wouldn't keep trying to shove her into a care home. Betty's younger daughter, Lin, understands she is an independent woman who can cope on her own. But who is right? A...2022-12-3033 min
Life MattersLife Matters with Helen Garlick (Episode 8)Life Matters is a ground-breaking new podcast where people with real experiences talk candidly about how suicide has affected them, where we get the very latest on innovative suicide prevention initiatives being developed around the world, investigate special projects - and hear from people who are creating some fun ways to help people to open up. In this 8th edition of Life Matters, Helen Garlick and reporter/producer Ashley Byrne hear from the 3 Dads Walking – Mike Palmer, Tim Owen and Andy Airey who began their mammoth walking and fundraising campaign across the UK after the dea...2022-12-071h 11Life MattersLife Matters with Helen Garlick (Episode 7)Life Matters is a ground-breaking new podcast where people with real experiences talk candidly about how suicide has affected them, where we get the very latest on innovative suicide prevention initiatives being developed around the world, investigate special projects - and hear from people who are creating some fun ways to help people to open up.In this 7th edition of Life Matters, Helen Garlick hears how suicide is still criminalised in some parts of the world. Life Matters producer/reporter Ashley Byrne speaks to Dr Taha Sabir in Pakistan about a campaign to r...2022-05-0449 minLife MattersLife Matters with Helen Garlick (Episode 6)Life Matters is a ground-breaking new podcast where people with real experiences talk candidly about how suicide has affected them, where we get the very latest on innovative suicide prevention initiatives being developed around the world, investigate special projects - and hear from people who are creating some fun ways to help people to open up.In this edition of Life Matters we hear about suicide among young people. Our personal story sees presenter Helen Garlick meet Michelle Leigh who set up a charity in memory of her teenage son. Producer/reporter Ashley Byrne...2022-01-2152 minLife MattersLife Matters - with Helen Garlick (Episode 5)Life Matters is a ground-breaking new podcast where people with real experiences talk candidly about how suicide has affected them, where we get the very latest on innovative suicide prevention initiatives being developed around the world, investigate special projects - and hear from people who are creating some fun ways to help people to open up.In this the fifth programme, new host and ZSA ambassador Helen Garlick presents a show which looks at mental health and suicide around people of mixed race heritage, she hears from an entertainment company which decided to change the language...2021-10-2250 minBisexual BrunchBisexual Brunch - Time to get serious about bi male erasure as study shows many gay people deny our existence, keeping bisexual identity alive in an age of fresh labels and the couple who took 18 years to come to terms with being biLet us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. Bisexual Brunch along with Nichi, Ashley and Lewis were recently included in the UK Pride Power List 2021!In this edition, Ashley, Nichi and Lewis talk about how bi m...2021-09-121h 27
Life MattersLife Matters - Introducing Helen Garlick (Episode 4)Life Matters is a ground-breaking new podcast where people with real experiences talk candidly about how suicide has affected them, where we get the very latest on innovative suicide prevention initiatives being developed around the world, investigate special projects - and hear from people who are creating some fun ways to help people to open up.In this fourth programme, hosted by producer Ashley Byrne, we meet writer Helen Garlick, the soon to be regular presenter of Life Matters. Ashley chats to Helen about her book No Place to Lie in which she writes...2021-08-1138 min
Bisexual BrunchBISEXUAL BRUNCH - Why bi identity matters in a straight facing relationship, is being bi genetic? Why Marvel made Loki bisexual and dating men after a lifetime dating women plus another inspiring bisexual journey story and much more...Let us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. Bisexual Brunch along with Nichi, Ashley and Lewis were recently included in the UK Pride Power List 2021!On the 25th edition of Bisexual Brunch, Nichi, Ashley and Lewis open w...2021-08-022h 33Bisexual BrunchBISEXUAL BRUNCH - Are more people considering they might be bi? An inspiring bi journey story, the bi creator of the Vagina Museum & how to keep your bi identity alive in a straight or gay facing relationshipLet us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. On the 24th edition of Bisexual Brunch, Nichi, Ashley and Lewis reveal how they've been included in the 2021 Pride Power List for BB. They discuss how many Brits have...2021-07-072h 02Bisexual BrunchBISEXUAL BRUNCH - People who don't like us banging on about being Bi, ethical non-monogamy, throuples, social media hatred, a personal bi journey story from Hong Kong and do we need a bisexual amnesty?Let us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. In Episode 23, Lewis, Ashley and Nichi discuss the backlash some famous bi people are facing in coming out publicly, they talk about ethical non-monogamy, throuples, inter-community social media hatred and...2021-06-121h 39Bisexual BrunchBISEXUAL BRUNCH - What's funny about being bisexual? Cerys Bradley tells Lewis and Ashley their bisexual journey story, what's it like to be bisexual and non-binary? - PLUS how many bi people do you actually know?Let us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. In Episode 22, Bisexual Brunch meets Cerys Bradley. Cerys is a bisexual comedian who also happens to be non-binary. Lewis and Ashley hear Cerys' bisexual journey story before Cerys explains 'T...2021-05-211h 08Bisexual BrunchBISEXUAL BRUNCH - Can straight men be 'straight' and have sex with men? A very frank bisexual journey story and how good are we at dealing with unrequited love or lust?Let us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. In Episode 21, Lewis, Ashley and Nichi discuss whether straight men can really be 'straight' and have sex with men? Mark Stokes from Hertfordshire opens up to Ashley in a b...2021-04-232h 14Bisexual BrunchBISEXUAL BRUNCH - Dreams, Numbers, Internal LGBT prejudice, pressure on bi women, a personal story from Pennsylvania and bisexual songsLet us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. In Episode 20, Lewis, Ashley and Nichi discuss their latest dreams, the latest stats around how many people identify as bisexual and the latest correspondence from Bisexual Brunch listeners about...2021-03-272h 09Bisexual BrunchBISEXUAL BRUNCH - How inter-minority prejudice/stress makes people unhappy - Could LGBTQI+ people be nicer to each other?Let us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. Most of Episode 19 of Bisexual Brunch is devoted to inter-minority stress as Ashley, Nichi and Lewis ask if LGBQTI people could be nicer to each other. The...2021-03-071h 23Bisexual BrunchBISEXUAL BRUNCH - We meet Miss Great Britain Jen Atkin, Michael from Atlanta shares his bisexual journey and why can't the media understand the difference between sexuality and gender?Let us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. It's Ashley and Lewis for Episode 18 as Nichi is busy moving house. This programme focusses on two very different bisexual stories - one from special guest Miss Great Britain...2021-02-181h 18
Life MattersLife Matters with Welsh actor Dyfan Rees (Episode 3)Life Matters is a ground-breaking new podcast where people with real experiences talk candidly about how suicide has affected them, where we get the very latest on innovative suicide prevention initiatives being developed around the world, investigate special projects - and hear from people who are creating some fun ways to help people to open up.In this third programme, guest presented by actor and star of Welsh soap Pobol Y Cwm Dyfan Rees, 'Life Matters' looks at the impact of suicide on LGBTQI+ people. Dyfan chats to Ian Howley from the charity LGBTHero a...2021-02-151h 14Bisexual BrunchBISEXUAL BRUNCH - The missing bisexual stories in Russell T Davies' brilliant new HIV drama, being bi in Wales, the fertility clinic where the B's missing and should only bi play bi?Let us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. A bumper episode as Nichi, Ashley and Lewis discuss Russell T Davies' brilliant new Channel 4 drama 'It's A Sin'. Did it represent the bisexual story of the early 80's HIV/A...2021-01-301h 42Bisexual BrunchBISEXUAL BRUNCH - A candid chat about the art of bi attraction and what do you call a group of bisexuals?Let us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. Nichi, Ashley and Lewis devote Programme 16 to the issue of attraction. A frank and candid discussion about what turns the trio on physically and emotionally. Plus what do you call a...2021-01-141h 02
Life MattersLife Matters - with Talk Radio UK presenter Darryl Morris (Episode 2)Life Matters is a ground-breaking new podcast where people with real experiences talk candidly about how suicide has affected them, where we get the very latest on innovative suicide prevention initiatives being developed around the world, investigate special projects - and hear from people who are creating some fun ways to help people to open up.In this second programme, guest presented by radio presenter, columnist and professional Northerner Darryl Morris, 'Life Matters' looks at the impact of suicide on young people and students. Ashley Byrne reports on one young woman's suicide prevention crusade i...2021-01-051h 15
Bisexual BrunchBISEXUAL BRUNCH - Lifting the ban on bi men giving blood, what can we learn from those bisexual apes? Do we really understand the true meaning of sex?.. and we find out what Bisexual Brunch has in store for 2021!Let us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. In Programme 15, Nichi, Ashley and Lewis talk about the lifting of the ban on bisexual men giving blood in parts of the UK, they find out much more about those bi...2020-12-2958 minBisexual BrunchBisexual Brunch - Lewis appears on comedy panel show as a bi dad, the Spaniard sued for not telling his wife he was bisexual and what next for bisexual people in America? - Part 2 of our interview with US bi rights campaigner Robyn OchsLet us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. In Programme 14, Nichi, Ashley and Lewis talk about the Spanish man sued for not telling his wife about his bisexuality, Lewis relives his experience on a comedy panel show about th...2020-12-131h 18Bisexual BrunchBisexual Brunch - The damage caused by bottling up being bisexual, top bi rights campaigner Robyn Ochs' personal story, sex during Covid, trans rights and Norway's new way to describe being biLet us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. In Programme 13, Nichi, Ashley and Lewis have two personal bisexual journey stories - the first is Robyn Ochs, America's leading bi campaigner who came out in the mid 70s. The s...2020-12-011h 30Bisexual BrunchBisexual Brunch - Norway's plan to prosecute bi hate speech, Nichi's secret wedding date....and are some women really turned on by two men?Let us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. In Programme 12, Nichi announces she's just got wed in secret to a straight man. Is she selling out? Was research into smoking among bi people really worth it? Our personal...2020-11-161h 12Bisexual BrunchBisexual Brunch - Biden's Bisexual Omission, Separating the B from the G in men's sexual health stats, why coming out as bisexual really matters and our first crushesLet us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. In Programme 11, the gang talk about Biden's speech and how he omitted the word bisexual. There's good news on HIV stats in England but are they the complete picture? There's...2020-11-111h 15Bisexual BrunchBisexual Brunch - Pushing the boundaries with bisexuality in theatre, more stories of silly reactions to being Bi, questions about bi female/lesbian porn and bisexual apesLet us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. In Programme 10, performance artist Mel Bradley introduces us to some extreme hyper sexualised characters she's bringing to life in Northern Ireland, Nichi, Lewis and Ashley discuss lesbian/bi female porn...2020-11-021h 01Bisexual BrunchBisexual Brunch Returns - Lewis has his baby, Ashley recovers from Covid, Nichi surprises us and we discuss coming out at 45, female label wars and stupid things people say when you tell them you're BisexualLet us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. In Programme 9 after an uplanned break mainly because of Covid, Nichi Hodgson, Lewis Oakley and Ashley Byrne discuss everything bisexual and a few more things besides. Lewis has just become a...2020-10-251h 03
Distinct NostalgiaDISTINCT NOSTALGIA is back! Here's some Autumn Highlights - LISTEN NOW!Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageAfter a hiatus due to our main host Ashley Byrne going down with Covid-19, we're pleased to announce he's on the way to recovering and Distinct Nostalgia will be back in action from next week. Here's a teaser of just some of the film, soap, comedy and other tv nostalgia interviews, reunions, quiz shows AND new drama in store over the autumn and winter months. Have a LISTEN NOW!And don't forget to...2020-10-1613 minBisexual BrunchBisexual Brunch - We become subject of official historic record, Lewis waits nervously for his baby and what's it like to be bisexual in Northern Ireland?Let us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. In Programme Eight Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne are on their own as Lewis waits nervously outside a London hospital for news of his baby. Bisexual Brunch becomes the subject...2020-09-261h 10Bisexual BrunchBisexual Brunch - Why do bi people continually have to clarify their relationships? Is it time for us to stop justifying our sex lives?Let us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. In Programme Seven Nichi Hodgson, Lewis Oakley and Ashley Byrne ask why bisexual people are always apologising for being sexual beings. Many bisexual people are in monogamous relationships but does...2020-09-191h 01Bisexual BrunchBisexual Brunch - Being a Bi Man, Becoming a Bi Dad and Celebrities who publicly turn their back on being BiLet us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. In Programme Six Lewis Oakley and Ashley Byrne chat to Sam Lawton about his research into male bisexuality, Lewis talks about being a bi dad and what impact celebrities who c...2020-09-131h 33Bisexual BrunchBisexual Brunch - Being Bi in Medieval Britain, being proud of the bisexual label and making people aware we existLet us know your views now - text us hereHistory in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalists Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. In Programme Five Lewis Oakley, Nichi Hodgson and Ashley Byrne discuss bisexuality in medieval Britain, Lewis's campaign to make people more aware of the existence of bi people - plus...2020-09-0551 min
Life MattersLife Matters - with Professor Alice Roberts (Episode 1)Life Matters is a ground-breaking new podcast where people with real experiences talk candidly about how suicide has affected them, where we get the very latest on innovative suicide prevention initiatives being developed around the world, investigate special projects - and hear from people who are creating some fun ways to help people to open up.In this first programme, guest presented by academic, writer and broadcaster Professor Alice Roberts, 'Life Matters' reporter Freddy Chick looks into a new app designed by a group of school girls in Brazil, the team are behind the...2020-09-0153 minBisexual BrunchBisexual Brunch - TEASER - starts weekly from Fri 7th August 2020. Subscribe Now!Let us know your views now - text us hereBisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people who identify as bi to be able to come together and celebrate being bisexual. It's presented by Nichi Hodgson, Lewis Oakley and Ashley Byrne Produced by Ashley Byrne and James Brown with research by Andrew Edwards with support from Kerri Mcilroy.Bisexual Brunch is an MIM Production - more info www.madeinmanchester.tvFirst episode 7th August - Bisexual Brunch: Main topic - Being Black and Bi PLEASE NOTE: 2020-08-0100 min
Distinct NostalgiaThe Legend of LassieLet us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageChildren's favourite Lassie has been with us in one way or another for more than 60 years. It's been shown in just about every country in the world and now most people refer to a Collie dog as a 'Lassie'. Here MIM's Ashley Byrne turns the clock back to the late 50s as he meets Jon Provost who played Timmy, Lassie's friend in the CBS TV series from 1957 to 1964. NOTE: This interview was conducted before t...2020-04-1533 min
Distinct NostalgiaBack to Hartley: The Juliet Bravo ReunionLet us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageA bumper Distinct Nostalgia episode reuniting the two big stars of the ground breaking 1980s TV series Juliet Bravo. Stephanie Turner was Inspector Jean Darblay while Anna Carteret later replaced her as Inspector Kate Longton. It was the first procedural police TV series with a woman in the lead role and at its height was watched by 16 million viewers. Here MIM's Ashley Byrne stages a reunion of the two actors who haven't met for years. 2020-04-0953 min
Distinct NostalgiaHong Kong Phooey - Meet Rosemary The Telephone OperatorLet us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageKathy Gori is a prolific voice over actor who has played some of the classic cartoon characters of all time but her most famous creation was Rosemary the Telephone Operator in the hit 1970s series Hong Kong Phooey. Started in 1974, it only ran for a short time but was repeated over and over again and became a staple diet for kids throughout the 70s and 80s. Produced by Hanna-Barbera it centred around Penry, the mild mannered...2020-04-0227 min
Distinct NostalgiaA Brief Encounter with Margaret BartonLet us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageBrief Encounter is one of the world's most iconic films. The love story written by Noel Coward was turned into a movie by David Lean in 1945. Here the only surviving member of the original cast Margaret Barton now 93, talks to MIM's Ashley Byrne about her role in the classic movie.Brief Encounter is popular the world over and across all ages groups.Starring Trevor Howard and Celia Johnson, the famous scenes...2020-03-2625 min
Distinct NostalgiaRemembering The Krypton Factor with Gordon BurnsLet us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageIn 1977, Granada Television launched a rather challenging game show for the ITV Network. The Krypton Factor was presented by Gordon Burns and lasted nearly 20 years. At one point it was labelled 'TV's toughest'. Here MIM's Ashley Byrne catches up with Gordon in an encounter explaining the thinking behind this rather complex show which mesmerised millions across all ages. Enjoy!Distinct Nostalgia is produced by MIM Productions: www.madeinmanchester.tvTwitter @mimproductions2020-03-1940 min
Distinct NostalgiaGoing for Gold memories with quiz show king Henry KellyLet us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageWe go all quiz show retro as we remember one of the delights of UK daytime TV from the 80s and 90s. Going for Gold - complete with its iconic theme tune, intriguing rounds and rich mix of contestants from all over Europe - made it a huge hit with people of all ages. Here MIM's Ashley Byrne catches up with the man who was there from the beginning, the one and only Going for Gold...2020-03-1232 min
Distinct NostalgiaHow The Muppet Show was Born in BritainLet us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageThe Muppet Show burst onto British TV screens in 1976. The mastermind of US puppeteer, animator & actor Jim Henson, it was actually made a reality with the support of UK media mogul Lew Grade and ATV based in Birmingham & Elstree. It was an instant hit and Kermit, Miss Piggy and the rest of the anarchic characters would go on to be shown in 100 different countries. Here MIM's Here Ashley Byrne assembles Gonzo (David Goelz) with Louise Gold...2020-03-0535 min
Distinct NostalgiaEastEnders at 35: Could Kelvin Return?Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageTo mark EastEnders' 35th birthday, we go soap retro as we remember the very early years. Paul J Medford who played Kelvin Carpenter was one of the few black actors on TV at the time and here he talks candidly about what it was like to be a teenager working on such a hugely successful TV show. Kelvin was never killed off, so could he return to Albert Square one day? He speaks to MIM's Ashley...2020-02-2733 min
Distinct NostalgiaEastEnders at 35 - At Home with June BrownLet us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageTo mark EastEnders big birthday year, former Albert Square star Rani Singh joins MIM's Ashley Byrne for a trip to meet June Brown who has been playing Dot in the serial for almost 35 years. June and Rani recall the early years and June talks candidly about working with acting stalwarts like Anna Wing and Gretchen Franklin. She talks about how playing Dot changed her life, how she changed Dot and her EastEnders' future.Distinct...2020-02-1936 min
Distinct NostalgiaReturn to Hickory House with Alan Rothwell and Amanda BarrieLet us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageIn a response to America's Sesame Street in the early 1970s, the UK's ITV network launched a series of lunchtime kids shows aimed at young children. Granada Television's contribution was Hickory House. It was a rather homely and magical little house with two memorable characters - Humphrey Cushion and Dusty Mop. Here MIM's Ashley Byrne tracks down presenters Alan Rothwell (famous as David Barlow in Corrie) and former Carry On and Corrie star Amanda Barrie to ta...2020-02-1335 min
Distinct NostalgiaThe Great Pipkins ReunionLet us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageIn a response to Sesame Street in the early 1970s, the UK's ITV network launched a series of lunchtime kids shows aimed at young children. From the Midlands came ATV's Pipkins which was filmed at Elstree next to The Muppets studio. Pipkins was full of puppet characters including a pig, a monkey and a tortoise. But the one every kid remembers is Hartley Hare who became the big star of the show. Writer Gail Renard, presenter...2020-02-0643 min
Distinct NostalgiaRainbow Days: Reuniting Rod, Jane And FreddyLet us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageIn a response to America's Sesame Street in the early 1970s, the UK's ITV network launched a series of lunchtime kids shows aimed at young children. By far the most popular was Thames Television's Rainbow. One of the most popular elements was a song and dance trio called Rod, Jane and Freddy and here MIM's Ashley Byrne catches up with them almost five decades on from the launch of one of the most popular kids shows...2020-01-3041 min