My 70's TV Childhood
A celebration of growing up in Britain in the 1970's and the huge part TV played in our lives. You can comment on episodes, suggest subjects for future podcasts and, of course, share your memories with us on our blog www.my70sTVchildhood.com
Episodes
123 episodes since 2020
The Quiz # 27
Hello, and welcome back to The My 70’s TV Childhood Quiz! This week, I’m bringing you 20 brand new questions across four rounds, all celebrating 1970s television.In Round One, titled “Variety Pack,” we’ll dive into questions abo...
September 16, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 37
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15:43
🌈 Rainbow
Welcome back to My 70’s TV Childhood! Today, we're returning to the colourful and somewhat surreal world of Rainbow, one of the most iconic children’s television shows of the 1970s. As regular listeners know, our podcast is al...
September 09, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 36
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20:45
The Quiz #26
Hello, and welcome back to The My 70’s TV Childhood Quiz! This week, we bring you 20 brand new questions across four rounds, celebrating all things 1970s television.In Round One, “Back to School,” we’re returning to schools, jus...
September 02, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 35
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17:36
Little Big Time
Welcome back to My 70’s TV Childhood! Today, we’re returning to the quirky world of Little Big Time, a show that took a unique approach to children’s television in the 70s. As many of you know, our podcast explores the magic of growing up in 19...
August 26, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 34
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17:44
The Quiz #25
Hello, and welcome back to The My 70’s TV Childhood Quiz. This week, we’re celebrating our 25th quiz with 20 fresh questions across four rounds, all focused on the unforgettable TV of the 1970s.In Round One, "Blue Peter Badge," we’ll sta...
August 20, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 33
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16:57
It's Basil Brush.... Boom Boom!
Hello and welcome back to My 70’s TV Childhood. Today we’re celebrating one of the most beloved characters from 1970s British television—Basil Brush. Who could forget his signature “Boom Boom!”! Basil Brush was more than just a puppet; he...
August 12, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 32
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26:48
The Quiz #24
Although we’re not live from Norwich, we’re still "The Quiz of the Week!"Hello and welcome back once again to the My 70’s TV Childhood Podcast. This week’s quiz has a special theme: 1970s quiz and game shows. As always, it’s ...
August 05, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 31
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15:30
Charley Says….
Hello and welcome back to My 70’s TV Childhood. I’m Oliver Colling, and today’s episode is all about those unforgettable Public Information Films that shaped our lives in 1970s Britain. Remember Edward Judd’s “Think Bike” warning? Or the Green ...
July 29, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 30
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26:47
The Quiz # 23
Hello and welcome back once again to the My 70’s TV Childhood Podcast. Our quiz this week has a theme: Summer holidays. In the UK at the time of recording, schools are breaking up for holidays. To recreate the spirit of a 70’s TV Childhood Summ...
July 22, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 29
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20:37
It's Friday, It's Five to Five and It's .....Crackerjack!
Hello and a warm welcome back to My 70’s TV Childhood, where we celebrate growing up in 1970s Britain and reminisce about the pivotal role television played in our lives and our families' lives back then. It was an era when TV programs were a c...
July 15, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 28
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20:51
The Quiz # 22
Hello and welcome back once again to the podcast world’s favourite quiz based on the award-shortlisted podcast My 70’s TV Childhood. Just because it’s the only one based on the podcast doesn’t make a difference, as I know how much you ...
July 08, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 27
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19:04
… and it’s Good Night From Him
Welcome back to My 70’s TV Childhood, where we reminisce about growing up in 1970s Britain and how television shaped our lives. . If you played with Sindy or Action Man, watched the Bay City Rollers in Shang a Lang, and wouldn't miss <...
July 01, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 26
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32:14
The Quiz # 21
Welcome back to the 21st edition of our quiz! Whether you've been with us from the start or are joining us for the first time, I'm thrilled to have you here.Today's quiz follows our traditional format, diving into four rounds wit...
June 24, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 25
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16:19
Here Comes Bod!
Welcome back to My 70’s TV Childhood, where we reminisce about growing up in 1970s Britain and how television shaped our lives. It was an era marked by distinctive fashion choices—think brown, beige, and orange—and peculiar pastimes, from covet...
June 17, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 24
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17:45
The Quiz #20
Hello there and welcome back to the twentieth edition of our 1970s TV quiz. If you’ve listened to all our quizzes so far, well done on your stamina! If this is your first time tuning in, you are most welcome.Our quiz format is straightfo...
June 10, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 23
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17:47
Laughing at Life with '70s British Sitcoms
Welcome back to My 70s TV Childhood. In this episode, we journey through the comedic landscape of the 1970s with a spotlight on the iconic sitcoms that shaped our generation.As a child, I experienced the vibrant world of ...
June 03, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 22
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23:50
Cup Final Day 🏆
Welcome to this special episode of My 70s TV Childhood, where we relive the exhilarating days of 1970's TV. With the FA Cup final just last Saturday, it got me reminiscing about one of the best days in 1970s telly—Cup Final Day!It was a...
May 28, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 21
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26:40
The Quiz #19
Hello, and welcome to the My 70s TV Childhood Quiz. Whether you're a regular listener or joining us for the first time, it's great to have you here.We're back with our usual four rounds of five questions each. Remember, it's just for fun...
May 20, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 20
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17:45
Get Your Trousers On - You're Nicked!
Welcome back to My 70s TV Childhood. In this episode, we journey through the streets of 1970s London with a torch light on the iconic police drama, The Sweeney.As a child, I loved the gritty world of detectives Jack Regan and G...
May 13, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 19
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19:24
The Quiz #18
Hello, and welcome to the My 70s TV Childhood Quiz. Whether you're a regular listener or joining us for the first time, it's great to have you here. We're back with our usual four rounds of five questions each. Remember, i...
May 06, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 18
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15:48
The Tomorrow People
Welcome back to My 70’s TV Childhood. This episode marks the 51st anniversary of "The Tomorrow People," a show that premiered on 30 April 1973, and was a gateway to a world of superhuman abilities and thrilling adventures.Join me as we e...
April 29, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 17
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17:38
The Quiz #17
Hello, and welcome to the My 70s TV Childhood Quiz #17! Whether you're a regular listener or joining us for the first time, it's great to have you here.We're back with our usual four rounds of five questions each. Remember, i...
April 22, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 16
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16:36
100th Episode: Norris, Is It A Record?
Welcome to this milestone 100th episode of My 70’s TV Childhood! Since our debut in September 2020, we've journeyed through the nostalgic realm of 1970s British television, reminiscing about the shows that shaped our memories and cultural ex...
April 15, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 15
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20:45
The Quiz #16
Hello and welcome back to the My 70’s TV Childhood Quiz. If you're tuning in for the first time, a hearty welcome to you. Our quiz takes inspiration from the immensely popular My 70’s TV Childhood podcast, exploring the memories of growing up i...
April 08, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 14
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17:05
Commercial Break 3: Food and Drink
Hello and welcome back to another episode of My 70s TV Childhood. Whether you're a returning listener or tuning in for the first time, you're truly welcome here. Our podcast enjoys the nostalgia of growing up in 1970s Britain, highlighting the ...
April 01, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 13
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26:07