Keeping Up Appearances: The Luxury Podcast

Keeping Up Appearances: The Luxury Podcast

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The companion podcast for exploring the world of Hyacinth Bucket in the hit BBC sitcom Keeping Up Appearances with William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith.

24 minutes 33 seconds

S05 BONUS E06: Patricia Routledge's Musical Moments of Excellence
It’s the sixth episode of The Luxury Podcast complete with genuine bonus embellishments. William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss Dame Patricia Routledge’s musical accomplishments including her performance of ‘I Want To Sing In Opera’ on the British television show ‘Wogan’.
- Watch Patricia Routledge’s performance of ‘I Want To Sing In Opera’ on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ReSlfsw5iJY
- Watch Patricia Routledge's performance of 'Marvellous Party' on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKTviQNM6KA
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9 May 2024, 4:00 am
31 minutes 33 seconds

S05 E06: Country Estate Sale

Prepare yourself for a tipsy turn and grab your cheque book as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith ensure they are fully brushed up on the correct way to address His Lordship, as they discuss the sixth episode of series 5 of Keeping Up Appearances, Country Estate Sale. Richard is having sleepless nights as Hyacinth prepares for an auction at a lord’s country estate. Hyacinth seems unclear of how auctions work, as she believes paying more increases the luxury. Elizabeth and Emmet are headed on a collision course with their favourite neighbours.
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8 May 2024, 4:00 am
27 minutes 40 seconds

S05 BONUS E05: Anarchic Hyacinth: Mr Blobby and the Dutch Parody

In this episode of the Luxury Podcast’s executive bonus edition, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss when another 90s hit TV character Mr Blobby pays Hyacinth and Richard a visit. In his usual fashion, disaster follows. William and Jonathan also take a look at a Dutch parody of Keeping Up Appearances.

Mr Blobby meets Hyacinth Bucket: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nVU1Mq7i-8k

Dutch parody: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2N2SPkJWWoo

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2 May 2024, 6:46 am
45 minutes 43 seconds

S05 E05: Skis

Prepare ones self for a frosty reception, as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith hit the imaginary slopes, as they discuss the fifth episode of series 5 of Keeping Up Appearances, Skis. It’s Richard's birthday and despite his lack of excitement, Hyacinth has prepared a very special gift for his big day. So special in fact, she insists on taking him and his present on a tour for all to see.
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1 May 2024, 4:00 am
38 minutes 31 seconds

S05 BONUS E04: Behind the Candelabra with The Vicar’s Wife

In this episode of the Luxury Podcast’s second weekly serving, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith are joined by a very special guest. It’s Marion Barron better known as The Vicar’s Wife! Marion takes William and Jonathan through the doors of the Vicarage and shares her experience of working on the hit sitcom. They discuss what The Vicar’s Wife might have been called over tea in the Royal Doulton with some executive munchettes, provided by Marion.
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25 April 2024, 4:00 am
34 minutes 59 seconds

S05 E04: A Riverside Picnic

Grab your dictionary and do your best to refuse our luxury invitation to a waterside supper with riparian entertainment, as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss the fourth episode of series 5 of Keeping Up Appearances, A Riverside Picnic. Hyacinth takes Richard on a day's outing by the river, much to the excitement of terrified neighbour Emmet. Hyacinth is inspired by this and plans a luxury day out and extends the invitation to her neighbours and the Vicar, who both fail to decline her RSVP.
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24 April 2024, 5:21 am
24 minutes 40 seconds

S05 BONUS E03: The Long-Lost 1995 Children in Need Special

In this episode of the Luxury Podcast’s executive bonus addition, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss the long-lost Keeping Up Appearances 1995 Children in Need Special, where Hyacinth receives some sad news about Daddy.
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18 April 2024, 4:00 am
50 minutes 53 seconds

S05 E03: Hyacinth is Alarmed

Armed and executive panic alarmed to the teeth to protect their luxury dwellings laced with priceless collections, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith invite you to celebrate their fortifications, as they discuss the third episode of series 5 of Keeping Up Appearances, Hyacinth Is Alarmed. Richard is in hot water, as he’s forgotten it’s their wedding anniversary, but in a lucky break he hears that their neighbours the Barker-Finch’s have been burgled, so he manages to escape Hyacinth’s wrath by promising to alarm her.
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17 April 2024, 4:00 am
24 minutes 21 seconds

S05 BONUS E02: Hyacinth in Advertising

It’s the second episode of The Luxury Podcast, complete with genuine bonus embellishments. William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss Hyacinth’s special appearances in Advertising. From British Gas, to TV Licences and even an NVQ Second Chances ad where Elizabeth finally says ‘No’ to Hyacinth.

Watch the Ads on YouTube:

British Gas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rSZ_t35cTKI

TV Licence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JWmMVX0m5E

NVQs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJ84rKVhgEM

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11 April 2024, 4:00 am
37 minutes 12 seconds

S05 E02: The Mayor's Fancy Dress Ball

Dressed head to toe in their Boudica costumes, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith cordially invite you to join their soirée, as they discuss the second episode of series 5 of Keeping Up Appearances, The Mayor’s Fancy Dress Ball. Hyacinth is certain there’s been a mix-up at the sorting office, as the Buckets have not received their invitation. Luckily, Richard pulls some strings, but getting there proves problematic.
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10 April 2024, 3:15 am
29 minutes 51 seconds

S05 BONUS E01: The Outtakes

For the fifth and final series of Keeping Up Appearances: The Luxury Podcast, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith bring you some bonus episodes to squeeze in even more Hyacinth Bucket into your lives. In this first extra episode, William and Jonathan look at the outtakes, as well as discuss Jonathan’s decorating schedule.

Watch the outtakes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6lvl8ZSDB88

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4 April 2024, 4:00 am
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