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Hello! I'm Oliver Colling. And this is My 70s TV Childhood.

We are a podcast dedicated to taking you back to childhood memories of 1970s Britain and the part that television played in our and our family's lives back then.

06/02/2025

📺 Test your 70s TV knowledge with the My 70s TV Childhood Quiz – featuring a special guest!!

04/02/2025

This week, we’ve got a special guest joining us—Sooty himself! 🐻✨ And we've got some cracking questions for you to test your 70’s TV knowledge.

Here's a sneak peek:
1️⃣ Who was Sooty's first human companion?
2️⃣ Which charity was supported by those iconic Sooty-shaped collection boxes?
3️⃣ What magic words did Sooty use for his magic tricks?
It’s all part of our fun-packed quiz with 4 exciting rounds. So grab a pen, settle in, and see if you can score top marks!

👇 Tune in to the latest episode and let us know your score! Don’t forget to like, comment, and share your results with us.

30/01/2025

This week, we revisited Till Death Us Do Part—the sitcom that inspired All in the Family. But do you remember Wait Till Your Father Gets Home?

Hanna-Barbera’s first animated sitcom for adults tackled real issues long before The Simpsons!

Did you watch it? Let us know! 👇

28/01/2025

Generational clashes, political debates, and the 70s cultural revolution—all wrapped up in an animated sitcom?!

This week on My 70’s TV Childhood, From Wait Till Your Father Gets Home to Till Death Us Do Part, shows that brought sharp humour and social commentary to our screens.

Did you watch it back in the day? Share your memories!
🎧 Listen now: www.my70stvchildhood.com

23/01/2025

Think you know 70s television?

21/01/2025

🎉 It’s Quiz Time! 🎉
Challenge your 70s TV knowledge with Quiz #35!

Here’s a Sneak Peek:
📺How did Valerie Barlow exit Coronation Street in 1971?
📺Where did the Goods live in The Good Life?
📺Which 1975 pop show was hosted by the Bay City Rollers?

Think you can crack these? Tune in to the latest episode to test your answers and enjoy a trip down memory lane.

16/01/2025

The Generation Game- family fun, laughter, and a dash of friendly competition that made Saturday night TV unforgettable!

Were you a fan? Share your memories with us and tune into the podcast to relive the magic. 🎧

Don’t forget to like, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform—your support means everything to us!

14/01/2025

This week on My 70’s TV Childhood, we’re talking about when a Saturday night in the 70s = The Generation Game! Bruce Forsyth, Cuddly Toys, Fondue Sets, and the whole family gathered around the TV

Was it a family favourite for you?"

Listen to this week’s ! "

09/01/2025

We’re starting the year strong with a 70s TV Trivia Quiz—and this one is a Starsky & Hutch Special!

Here’s a sneak peek at the questions:
1️⃣ Who played the long-suffering Captain Doby in Starsky & Hutch?
2️⃣ Which of the duo normally drove the iconic red 1975 Gran Torino with the big white swoosh?
3️⃣ Including the pilot, how many episodes of Starsky & Hutch were made?

🎤 How did you do? Whatever your score, we hope you had a fun!

We’ll be back next week with our first regular podcast episode of Season 6, and in a fortnight, it’s time for another quiz!

08/01/2025

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎

Bryan Tedman, Martin Thompson, Peter Gibson, Mark Dunstan, Janet Love, David Ideson

Thanks!

07/01/2025

It’s Quiz Time 🎉

Start 2025 by diving into the golden age of 70s TV with Quiz #34.

📺 How well do you know Starsky and Hutch?
📺 What is the connection between Sooty and Rainbow?
📞 Bonus Question: Do you remember the Swap Shop telephone number?

Let’s celebrate the start of the year with a journey back in time. Share your quiz scores and favorite memories with us—let’s see who’s the ultimate 70s TV trivia champion!

02/01/2025

🎉 Happy New Year from My 70s TV Childhood! 🎉

Hi everyone, I hope you’ve had a lovely Christmas and are ready for an amazing 2025!

This week, we’re taking a little break, but we’re bringing back a remastered fan-favorite episode featuring the much-loved sitcom, It Ain’t Half Hot Mum. It’s packed with laughs and memories from the 70s!

P.S. I think I got something wrong in the episode—can you spot it? 🤔 Email me at [email protected] if you do!

31/12/2024

🎄 It Ain’t Half Hot Mum 🔥

As we wrap up another year, let’s step back into the 70s and relive the laughter brought to us by It Ain’t Half Hot Mum! From Windsor Davies’ iconic Sergeant Major to the unforgettable “Whispering Grass,” this classic sitcom was more than just TV—it was a shared family experience that defined a generation.

I also want to take this moment to wish you a very Happy New Year from me and all the elves at My 70s TV Childhood Towers. Thank you for being part of this nostalgic journey and for making it so special.

24/12/2024

This week, we’re taking a nostalgic trip back to Christmas in 1970s Britain, celebrating the legendary Morecambe and Wise Christmas Show. These iconic festive moments—from Andre Previn’s unforgettable piano sketch to Angela Rippon’s dazzling dance—brought families together and defined what Christmas TV was all about.

As we reflect on those magical times, I want to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from myself and all the elves at My 70s TV Childhood Towers. This podcast wouldn’t be what it is without you—your memories, support, and company mean the world to us.

🍷 So, as I raise a glass of QC British Sherry, I toast to you. Here’s to the laughter, the memories, and the shared joy of 70s TV.

19/12/2024

🎄 Join Our Special Christmas Quiz Episode! 🎄

We're excited to announce a festive edition of the My 70's TV Childhood podcast quiz, featuring questions submitted by YOU, our wonderful listeners. Your overwhelming response - Thank you

Here's a sneak peek:

- Which lead actress in The Squirrels had a semi-regular role in the Carry On films 🤔

- Apart from The Squirrels, which other famous ITV sitcom did Eric Chappell create?

- Ron Ellis also starred in The Squirrels, but which popular children's comedy program did he appear in?

Think you know the answers?

🔗 Listen to the full episode here: My 70's TV Childhood Podcast

Don't forget to share your scores and memories in the comments below. 🎅

17/12/2024

🎄 The My 70s TV Childhood Quiz Christmas Special is Here!

This week, we’ve handed the reins to YOU, our incredible listeners, for a festive edition packed with nostalgia and fun trivia.

Celebrate the shows that shaped a generation and test your knowledge of 1970s television. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering these classics for the first time, this episode is a nostalgic trip through TV history that’s perfect for the holiday season.

✨ Featuring:

📺The sci-fi brilliance of Blake’s 7
📺The comedic chaos of Fawlty Towers
📺The timeless charm of Captain Scarlet and The Good Life.

Tune in now, share your quiz results, and relive the magic of 70s TV.
Happy quizzing 🎉
Oliver

12/12/2024

🎅 Christmas lists, Argos catalogs, and 70s TV magic!
🎄 What’s on your Christmas list? Let us know at www.my70sTVchildhood.com.

10/12/2024

🎄 It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Join us on My 70s TV Childhood as we reminisces about:
🎁 Top childhood toys: Action Man, Hornby trains, Subbuteo stadium edition.
📺 The TV adverts that shaped our wish lists (looking at you, Mousetrap).
🎲 Family feuds over Cluedo and the “joy” of festive board games.

What were your must-haves as a child? Share your favourite memories with us on the blog or here in the comments!

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📺 Test your 70s TV knowledge with the My 70s TV Childhood Quiz – featuring a special guest!!

This week, we revisited Till Death Us Do Part—the sitcom that inspired All in the Family. But do you remember Wait Till Your Father Gets Home? Hanna-Barbera’s first animated sitcom for adults tackled real issues long before The Simpsons! Did you watch it? Let us know! 👇

Think you know 70s television? #My70sTVChildhoodPodcast

The Generation Game- family fun, laughter, and a dash of friendly competition that made Saturday night TV unforgettable! Were you a fan? Share your memories with us and tune into the podcast to relive the magic. 🎧 Don’t forget to like, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform—your support means everything to us!

We’re starting the year strong with a 70s TV Trivia Quiz—and this one is a Starsky & Hutch Special! Here’s a sneak peek at the questions: 1️⃣ Who played the long-suffering Captain Doby in Starsky & Hutch? 2️⃣ Which of the duo normally drove the iconic red 1975 Gran Torino with the big white swoosh? 3️⃣ Including the pilot, how many episodes of Starsky & Hutch were made? 🎤 How did you do? Whatever your score, we hope you had a fun! We’ll be back next week with our first regular podcast episode of Season 6, and in a fortnight, it’s time for another quiz! #70sTVTrivia #StarskyAndHutch #GranTorino #RetroTV #QuizTime #My70sTVChildhood

🎉 Happy New Year from My 70s TV Childhood! 🎉 Hi everyone, I hope you’ve had a lovely Christmas and are ready for an amazing 2025! This week, we’re taking a little break, but we’re bringing back a remastered fan-favorite episode featuring the much-loved sitcom, It Ain’t Half Hot Mum. It’s packed with laughs and memories from the 70s! P.S. I think I got something wrong in the episode—can you spot it? 🤔 Email me at [email protected] if you do! #My70sTVChildhood #HappyNewYear2025 #70sTV

🎄 Join Our Special Christmas Quiz Episode! 🎄 We're excited to announce a festive edition of the My 70's TV Childhood podcast quiz, featuring questions submitted by YOU, our wonderful listeners. Your overwhelming response - Thank you Here's a sneak peek: - Which lead actress in The Squirrels had a semi-regular role in the Carry On films 🤔 - Apart from The Squirrels, which other famous ITV sitcom did Eric Chappell create? - Ron Ellis also starred in The Squirrels, but which popular children's comedy program did he appear in? Think you know the answers? 🔗 Listen to the full episode here: My 70's TV Childhood Podcast Don't forget to share your scores and memories in the comments below. 🎅 #My70sTVChildhood #ChristmasQuiz #70sTV #Podcast #Nostalgia #FestiveFun

🎅 Christmas lists, Argos catalogs, and 70s TV magic! 🎄 What’s on your Christmas list? Let us know at www.my70sTVchildhood.com.

📻 Keep calm, and keep quizzing!

🎄 Pre-Christmas Listener Quiz Reminder 🎄 Got a great TV trivia question? Send it in! Here's how: 👉 Submit as many (or as few) questions as you like. 👉 They don’t need to be Christmas-themed (but festive ones are welcome!). 👉 Don’t forget to include the answers—it’s all part of the fun! Email your questions (and answers) to [email protected] Catch us next week for another quiz-filled episode and in a fortnight for our next regular show. Until then enjoy your week, and keep the 70s memories alive! 🎙️ #My70sTVChildhood #1970sNostalgia #TVTrivia

🎄 Christmas Quiz – Your Questions Needed 🎄 We’re getting ready for a special Christmas quiz, and we want to hear from YOU! If you've got a great 70s TV trivia question, send it our way to quiz@my70stvchildhood, and it could feature on our show! #ChristmasQuiz #70sTV #My70sTVChildhood

Catch our latest episode and relive the magic of teatime TV with us! And if you love the trip down memory lane, please rate, review, and subscribe. Tell a friend who’s also a 70s kid! #My70sTVChildhood #TeatimeMemories #MagicRoundabout #HectorsHouse #BritishNostalgia #Podcast

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