Once, When I Was Cool

Whether it be a somber gathering or a cause for celebration, we have all had to endure the triumphs and tragedies associated with weddings and/ or funerals. Wee gets particularly animated with his stories and experiences in both arenas. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

Sit back and think about what discipline was dished out by the adults in your life as a kid. Dave and Wee discuss what forms discipline took back in their day. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

Remember doing chores as a kid? Whether washing the dishes, mowing the lawn or taking out the rubbish, chores were a part of growing up. In this episode Dave and Wee look back on the chores they did as children and compare with what their kids have done today. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

So good, we couldn't leave it at the one episode. Stacey rejoins us all the way from Canada as we carry on through the notable works of Aaron Spelling. Did somebody mention Dallas? What about Grease? Tune in for some controversy... Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

Aaron Spelling was the man behind so many iconic television shows of the 70s, 80s and 90s, and those shows became a must watch for millions of viewers during the time before streaming platforms, DVR and VCR were even a concept. This episode, Dave and Wee are joined their Canadian partner in crime for a unique view at the creations of this master TV producer. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

Perhaps one of the greatest sitcoms to come out of Britain, the two and only seasons of The Young Ones were pivotal in shaping the humour of a generation - at least according to Dave and Wee (and to the special guest on this episode). Join the boys for a trip down memory lane as they examine the comedic beauty of this classic show. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com  

It's that time of year again and we enjoy the heat of the Australian summer as Wee and Dave look back again at their Christmas memories. Thanks to everyone for joining us on this special festive episode as we see out the year in old school style. Thanks for listening... Merry Christmas... oncewascool.com

From the fabulous creations and the belongings of the stars to the hi-jinx of the gaudy and downright weird, themed restaurants have been around and tempting your taste buds through distraction for many years. Join in as we look at a few of the better known places we have encountered. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

Cameras have varied wildly over the span of their existence. Once an expensive and cherished part of a persons belongings, cameras are now everywhere and a part of any multi-function device we carry around with us constantly. Join us on this episode as we look back fondly on the cameras we used to own. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

Travel in the age of COVID has become a lot more difficult and, to a degree, dangerous to your health. In older times travel was not as easy, comfortable or as far reaching as you might consider these days. In this episode, Wee and Dave remember what travel was for them in their childhood. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com  

In the modern age of computers, laptops and smart phones there no longer seems to be a place for the humble typewriter. Dave and Wee discuss their memories of various types and versions of typewriter, and what to do when there wasn't a typewriter around. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com  

Badges, buttons, stickers and more. When one surprise episode fails, why not try again? Wee is surprised again at the topic of the week which reminisces about the collections and the collectibles you might remember from your childhood. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

In this episode Wee and Dave discuss some of the songs from yesteryear that were not the most serious or heartfelt intentions. Parody songs were all too common back in the 80s and 90s. Some were good. Some were great. Listen up and let us know your thoughts. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

This episode Dave and Wee discuss the telephone and its evolution through their memories. In their retelling the boys look at landlines, up until the switch to mobile telephones, from switchboard operators to hand held walkabout phones, they cover it all. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

Remember the yearly fads that we used to see when we were in school? Dave and Wee sure do. Join in and listen as they discuss some of their favourites, Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

In this episode Wee and Dave look at the newspaper and its gradual decline from our everyday lives. Once the staple source of truth and current events, the printed newspaper has had to give way to the internet version. Is it still the same? Listen in for Dave and Wee's recollections. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

From cake in the backyard to today's social events with a cover charge, we look at the humble celebration that was a birthday party. Thanks for listening... opncewascool.com

Once the mainstay of any car journey, the radio was the way we kept up with the latest news, music and gossip of the day. Now with streaming services, the internet and CDs prior to tat, the radio has had to change to try and remain a relevant part of our everyday lives. Join Dave and Wee as they look at how the role the radio still plays in our lives. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

Remember when you got sick as a kid? In a time before swabs for the common cold, it was more common than not that your mother told you to have a lie down until you felt better. A time when you needed to be bleeding an awful lot before you went to the doctor. In this episode Dave and Wee reminisce about those times. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

The 80s movie scene had several actors who became iconic for the various roles they played, either as part of a trilogy or for the stand alone films they were in. Here are a few of those actors as Dave and Wee discuss why they were important to them. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

The barbecue used to be so much more than a cooking utensil. It was an event. A gathering where families and friends could congregate to eat bland and overcooked food. This great condition slowly evolved into a gourmet extravaganza where foods have become great feats of culinary expedition. Is it better?   Thanks for listening...   oncewascool.com

Every teenager from the 80s used to have all manner of posters around their bedroom walls back in the day. Whether it be a musical band, a hunky movie star or sporting heroes, every kid had at least a few posters on their walls. This episode the boys are joined  again by Stacey from Canada to provide a unique walk down memory lane.   Thanks for listening...   oncewascool.com

The mail service is a necessity of our everyday life, but has changed significantly over our lifetime. Once, they were for buying stamps and sending letters. Now, they are mini department stores. Join Dave and Wee as they discuss how the post office and postal service have changed since their young days.   Thanks for listening...   oncewascool.com

Once, the greatest form of entertainment, the drive-in was a great way to see a movie in the comfort of your own car. The drive-in has now largely vanished from society.  In this episode Wee and Dave discuss what made the drive-in such a great part of their pasts.   Thanks for listening...   oncewascool.com

The art of dating has gone through some radical changes since the invention of the internet and the use of smart phones. It wasn't always this way. Way back when, two people had to meet and then summon the courage to ask one another out. In this episode, Dave and Wee  demonstrate just how hopeless they were in this fine art!   Thanks for listening...   oncewascool.com