Distinct Nostalgia
MIM
Exclusive interviews and reunions celebrating some of the biggest names in TV and film twice a week. A TV enthusiast’s paradise. There's also special shows and series and a regular Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz every Sunday. This is pure en...
- 1 hour 2 seconds40 Years of EastEnders - In conversation with former Albert Square storyliner David Payne
In the fourth episode of Distinct Nostalgia's EastEnders at 40 series, Ashley sits down with former Albert Square storyliner David Payne. David, who worked on the show from 2015 to 2017, offers a fascinating glimpse into the creative process behind some of EastEnders' most gripping storylines. From the homophobic murder of Paul Coker to Stacey Fowler's postpartum psychosis, David shares the challenges and triumphs of crafting compelling narratives for one of Britain's most beloved soaps. Tune in to hear behind-the-scenes stories and gain a deeper understanding of how the drama of Walford is brought to life. Look out for more episodes celebrating EastEnders' 40 years over the weekend. And don't forget, there are dozens of EastEnders and other soap interviews and reunions in the Distinct Nostalgia archive
Produced by Ashley Byrne
Research by Andrew Edwards
An Made in Manchester Production
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buymeacoffee.com/distinctnostalgia23 February 2025, 9:00 am - 29 minutes 26 seconds40 Years of EastEnders - back to the early 2000s when Dame Sheila Hancock played Steve Owen's disturbed mum Barbara
Join us for the third episode of Distinct Nostalgia's special series celebrating EastEnders at 40. In this episode, Dame Sheila Hancock, who brought the unforgettable Barbara Owen to life in 2000 and 2001, sits down with Ashley to discuss her time on the show. Barbara, a complex character with a troubled relationship with her children, especially her son Steve, left a lasting impact on Walford. Sheila shares behind-the-scenes stories, her thoughts on Barbara's dramatic storylines, and what it was like to be part of such a beloved soap. Don't miss this fascinating conversation with one of EastEnders' most memorable guest stars.
Look out for more episodes celebrating EastEnders' 40 years over the weekend. And don't forget, there are dozens of EastEnders and other soap interviews and reunions in the Distinct Nostalgia archive.
Produced by Ashley Byrne
Research by Andrew Edwards
An Made in Manchester Production
And don't forget we need your support. Distinct Nostalgia has no budget. You can buy us a coffee by clicking this link.
buymeacoffee.com/distinctnostalgia21 February 2025, 6:00 pm - 1 hour 3 minutes40 Years of EastEnders - in conversation with the show's longest serving writer Rob Gittins
In the second episode of Distinct Nostalgia celebrating EastEnders' 40th birthday, Ashley sits down with Rob Gittins, the show's longest-serving writer. Rob has been a pivotal figure in the EastEnders writing team since its early days, contributing to over 300 episodes. His extensive experience and deep understanding of the show's characters and storylines have made him an invaluable asset to the series. During the interview, Rob shares his journey as a key player in one of the UK's most beloved drama serials. He reflects on the evolution of EastEnders, the challenges of keeping the storylines fresh, and the memorable moments that have defined the show. The interview offers listeners a unique insight into the creative process behind EastEnders and the dedication required to maintain its success over four decades.
More episodes marking EastEnders' 40 years in coming days. And scroll through the DN archive for many many more interviews and reunions celebrating the show over the years.
Produced by Ashley Byrne
Research by Andrew Edwards
An Made in Manchester Production
And don't forget we need your support. Distinct Nostalgia has no budget. You can buy us a coffee by clicking this link.
buymeacoffee.com/distinctnostalgia19 February 2025, 8:00 pm - 39 minutes 21 seconds40 Years of EastEnders - back to 2006 as we meet Sophie Thompson who played evil Stella
In celebration of EastEnders' 40th birthday, Distinct Nostalgia kicks off with an exclusive interview featuring Sophie Thompson, who portrayed the infamous Stella Crawford. Sophie sits down with Ashley to reminisce about her time on the show and her character's dramatic storyline. Stella, introduced as Phil Mitchell's new lawyer, quickly became one of the soap's most memorable villains. Her relationship with Phil took a dark turn as she began to mentally and physically abuse his son, Ben. The tension culminated on their wedding day when Ben revealed Stella's torment, leading to her tragic demise. Sophie shares behind-the-scenes anecdotes and reflects on the impact of playing such a complex character.
The interview with Sophie is one of several to mark the show's 40th birthday, keep tuning in for more.
Produced by Ashley Byrne
Research by Andrew Edwards
An Made in Manchester Production
And don't forget we need your support. Distinct Nostalgia has no budget. You can buy us a coffee by clicking this link.
buymeacoffee.com/distinctnostalgia18 February 2025, 11:00 pm - 10 minutes 28 secondsOriginal Christmas Comedy - Florrie and Dotty are back as ‘Winter Drawers On’ - the very latest from our 60 something northern gossips
Original Christmas Comedy
In Winter Drawers On
Starring Lindsay Eavis and Janice Fryett
The ladies talk about surviving another winter, debate the merits of AI, beards and board games and ponder a cashless society.
Florrie: Lindsay Eavis
Dotty: Janice Fryett
Written by Janice Fryett
A Spinney Media Production for Distinct Nostalgia.
A Distinct Comedy Presentation
Distinct is part of Made in Manchester Ltd.22 December 2024, 8:00 pm - 1 hour 6 minutesMemories of You and Me with Francis Wright who played Dibs in the long running chidren's show
Here Ashley meets one half of Cosmo and Dibs who were the characters that graced the long running kids series You and Me in the 1980s.
Francis Wright tells us how he landed the role as puppeter and voice as well as charting the history of You and Me which dates back to the early 1970s.
The show was tremendously popular with several generations of children growing up in the 70s, 80s and 90s and the characters including Crow and Alice and Duncan the Dragon are remembered fondly.
As part of the episode Dibs himself pops by to say hello.
Enjoy!
Researched by Andrew Edwards. Produced by Ashley Byrne.
A Made in Manchester Production
And don't forget we need your support. Distinct Nostalgia has no budget. You can buy us a coffee by clicking this link.
buymeacoffee.com/distinctnostalgia28 November 2024, 7:00 am - 1 hour 8 minutesTo mark The Bill's 40th birthday - An interview with Mark Wingett who played DC Jim Carver for more than two decades.
An interview that should have aired some time ago but we've been waiting to use it to mark the 40th anniversary of The Bill bursting on to our screens.
It all began in 1983 but the actual full run series, later serial, began on the 16th October 1984.
Here Mark Wingett - who played DC Jim Carver for nearly a quarter of a century - discusses the show's origins and his own early years on The Bill. Lots of behind the scenes anecdotes and plenty of fun as Mark and Ashley reminisce.
Enjoy!
Please note this was originally recorded during lockdown.
Researched by Andrew Edwards. Produced by Ashley Byrne.
A Made in Manchester Production
And don't forget we need your support. Distinct Nostalgia has no budget. You can buy us a coffee by clicking this link.
buymeacoffee.com/distinctnostalgia12 October 2024, 9:00 am - 52 minutes 3 secondsTribute to Prolific film and tv star Kenneth Cope - In Conversation About Corrie, Carry Ons, Randall and Hopkirk Deceased, That Was The Week That Was and much more
Sadly we've lost another tv and film great. Kenneth Cope has died at the age of 93. And here we have an interview he did with Ashley a few years ago. Much of this has never been broadcast before.
Ken talks about being one of the early stars of Coronation Street. working with David Frost on That Was the Week That Was, his time in the Carry Ons, Randall and Hopkirk Deceased and his huge career in British film and TV.
Ashley says: 'Kenneth Cope was prolific. A huge talent. Never thought of himself as a star but he was quite simply one of the best. I loved chatting to Ken. Hope you enjoy!'
RIP Kenneth Cope 1931-1924.
Researched by Andrew Edwards. Produced by Ashley Byrne.
A Made in Manchester Production
And don't forget we need your support. Distinct Nostalgia has no budget. You can buy us a coffee by clicking this link.
buymeacoffee.com/distinctnostalgia14 September 2024, 6:00 pm - 1 hour 7 minutesIn Tribute to The Legendary actor, writer and journalist Brian Trueman (Chorlton and the Wheelies, Jamie and the Magic Torch, Dangermouse, Cockleshell Bay etc) - A never before broadcast interview with the man himself recorded at his home a few years ago.
We're sad to hear the news that Brian Trueman has died at the aged of 92. Brian provided the soundtrack to so many characters of our childhoods, whether as a writer or actor. His work with Cosgrove Hall Films included Chorlton and the Wheelies, Dangermouse, Cockleshell Bay and Jamie and the Magic Torch. But he had a career before helping to bring to life these animation classics - in acting, in journalism too. Here in an interview recorded in 2016, we hear Brian being interviewed for a special radio doc by Made in Manchester (Distinct Nostalgia's producers) which was never aired. We've only found half of it and will put the second part as soon as we find it. In the meantime enjoy over an hour with one of the real greats of Television.
Distinct Nostalgia presenter Ashley Byrne says: 'Brian memorably once said to me in a Granada TV programme we made 'you should never patronise kids. Treat them like little adults and throw the smarties high.' That comes over in all of his animation work. RIP Brian. You were a genuine legend for millions of us.
Researched by Andrew Edwards. Produced by Ashley Byrne.
A Made in Manchester Production
And don't forget we need your support. Distinct Nostalgia has no budget. You can buy us a coffee by clicking this link.
buymeacoffee.com/distinctnostalgia4 September 2024, 8:00 pm - 48 minutes 28 secondsROCK - drama by Tim Fountain..... in tribute to the veteran actor Bette Bourne. He plays the notorious Hollywood agent Henry Wilson who manufactured Rock Hudson. Distinct Nostalgia producer MIM won a BBC best online drama award for Rock. Enjoy!
A special re-issuing of Rock, by Tim Fountain in tribute to the veteran actor Bette Bourne who has died at the age of 84.
An excellent performance in this drama produced by DN producers' Made in Manchester as Bette plays Henry Wilson, Hollywood actor Rock Hudson's notorious agent.
Bette has played lots of legendary characters over the years including Quentin Crisp in Tim's other play 'Resident Alien'.
If you've not heard this before, hope you enjoy!
(Warning: contains strong language and some words and terms reflective of the time that some people mind find offensive)25 August 2024, 5:00 pm - 1 hour 3 minutesA Chat with Mr Roy who was Basil Brush's sidekick in the early to mid 70s. But will Basil surprise his old TV partner?
Ashley's catching up with Roy North who was the actor who became Basil Brush's sidekick in the early to mid 70s on The Basil Brush Show. The show hosted by the wily old fox lasted from the late 60s til the early 80s and became a favourite of several generations of kids, parents and grandparents. Now Basil entertains the big kids often in theatres around the UK. Ever popular, most people love a bit of Basil. Certainly he was a favourite of Ashley as a kid.
Sit back and enjoy this trip down memory lane as Roy tells us about his Basil days and beyond....and who knows Basil himself might just pop in.....Boom Boom.
Researched by Andrew Edwards. Produced by Ashley Byrne.
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