Once, When I Was Cool

Every country has many tales of a large "Bigfoot" type creature. In Australia, that is the Yowie. The mystical beast with stories stretching back many years. Among Yowie stories are also tales of the Bunyip. What's the difference? How have these stories changed from our childhood? Download and have a listen!   Thanks for listening...   oncewascool.com

Any regular listener to the show will be aware that Wee is quite the dedicated follower of fashion. Dave, however, is far less interesting. This episode we discuss how the fashions of the 80s were as unique as they were unsightly. Wee also comes up against a rival fashionista from over the ocean, as we also have a guest host.   Thanks for listening...   oncewascool.com

Another episode of some of those words which aren't so common any more. Are we out of ideas for topics? Of course not. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

Cubby houses and forts were an essential part of each kid's fun growing up. Whether it be an inside palace made from soft furnishings, a secret clubhouse under the stairs or an outdoor fortress capable of defending us from invaders, these structures were an almost magical construction where the only limits were our imaginations (and the number of blankets in the house). Download and prepare yourse...

Six more down and it is time to recap with some additions and some feedback. Thanks to everyone who liked, commented and contributed to this one. It is a week late, but we got it there in the end. Thanks for listening...

Clothes. We all wear them. Some are comfy. Some are fashionable. Some make you wonder what you were thinking when you bought this horror combination. This episode we look at the trends and fashions of the clothes we used to wear when we were younger, fashionable and cool. Thanks for listening...

this episodes heads back to the schoolyard and the special treats we had both in our lunchbox, and at the tuckshop... Yes tuckshop - that is what it was known as. What was your favourite as a kid? Join Dave and Wee as they talk about their faves. Thanks for listening...

For nearly thirty years this variety show was a staple on the Australian Saturday television landscape. It became the must see attraction week after week, and its popularity has remained largely unrivaled. Despite an unsuccessful reboot, it still remains iconic and led to some classic comedy phrases that still exist today. Join Dave and Wee as they determine just how important this TV show was in...

This episode Dave and Wee discuss TV from the times when your Dad controlled the dial. A time before remote controls, and the channel got changed by you when your Dad bellowed at you. As such, you watched the shows he wanted to see. And they were unreal. Buckle up and listen in as the boys talk classic action TV shows... Thanks for listening...

We all remember those quirky little things that your mother told you from your youth. Were they superstition or based in fact? Dave and Wee discuss a few of these wives tales and how our mothers used them to get us to do what we were told. Thanks for listening...

All kids of the 70s and 80s rode a bike. That was just the way it was. And most of those kids had a BMX. If they didn't, then they wish they did. In this landmark episode (for us, at least) we cover this listener- inspired topic as we wheel ourselves back into our chilhood and Wee delivers more tales of harassment of his younger brother... Thanks for listening...

Back in our childhood, when the number of TV channels was limited and our Dads controlled what was viewed, we had intrepid explorers who covered the outback and beyond in a quest for adventure. These modern day explorers with their low-budget film options made for gripping viewing in dangerous and desolate locations all in the name of entertainment. Join Dave and Wee as they list the royalty of ea...

Another six episodes down. Time to recap with a touch of listener feedback...

From the classic old-timey pocket watch to the smart watches of today, Dave and Wee recall the various fashions of timekeeping fanciness throughout their lives. Always the dedicated follower of fashion, Wee reminds us of the trends, and of the watches he still secretly admires. Thanks for listening oncewascool.com

There have been many television shows in which the animal was the star. Week in and week out for many seasons, these creatures taught us about friendship, understanding and how to solve mysteries. In this machine gun-fire of an episode, Wee and Dave remind each other of quite a few of these types of TV shows. Strap yourself in, it is a bumpy ride down memory lane. Thanks for listening... oncewasco...

There have been occasions where there have appeared certain "fad" illnesses which seem to have disappeared once the next one rolls along. In this episode Dave and Wee discuss a few of these such illnesses that aren't as common anymore. Let us know if you have (or have had) one... Thanks for listening. oncewascool.com

In the great toilet paper shortages of 2020, Wee and Dave take the opportunity to discuss everything toilet paper related from their past. We would love to say that this episode is something more than toilet humour and poo-jokes, but that would be a lie... We are middle-aged men after all and the COVID-19 crisis has sent us loopy... Thanks for listening. oncewascool.com

Many people have fond memories of visiting the circus as a part of their childhood. These travelling tents of entertainment were quite often a staple of smaller regional towns in days gone by. In this episode Wee recalls his love of all things Circus, including his desire to run away and live in one, while Dave listens patiently. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

On this episode Dave and Wee relive the fears and issues in the great panic leading into the turn of the year 2000. Rather than party like it was 1999 (which it was) millions of dollars was spent on combatting the (theoretical) Y2K bug, which was thought might reset history. Of course, it didn't. Join us this episode as we relive our perparedness for this hysterical event... Thanks for listening....

Yet another six episodes of pure adequate are out there for your ears. This bonus episode covers the topics and has some feedback from our valued listeners. We also correct a very grave omission from one of the previous episodes. Unfortunately, Dave's microphone coupled with a low ability for situational awareness mean that the sound on this one is great. Sorry for that... Thanks for listening. on...

Who remembers these beauties. The cassette revolutionised the way in which we were able to listen to albums at home or when out and about. Not able to listen to your favourite Sha Na Na or Bay City Rollers album on vinyl? Put it on a cassette. But now it has gone to history in a way like it never existed. Have a listen as Dave and Wee look fondly at one of the greatest inventions of a generation....

Controversial episode. Dave and Wee talk about the great phenomenon of the 80s - the power ballad. But how great were they? Are they still around today? Which ones have stood the test of time? Where have all the saxophone players gone? Join us for an uneducated opinion as we attempt to answer all these questions. What were your favourites? Let us know. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

On this episode Dave and Wee look at the greatest comic book superhero of them all... Batman. From the humble beginnings through the psychedelic 60s TV series to the recent times, the boys retell their favourite versions of Batman. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

Everyone has a story to tell - or do they? The biggest conspiracy theories of the day were usually around UFO sightings with the occasional abduction story. UFOs were intriguing and often made the news. Join us on this episode as Wee and Dave explore how the phenomena has changed. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

One of the greats in the cartoon industry, Hanna Barbera created some of the all time greats, and some of the most enduring memories we had as kids. In this episode, Dave and Wee talk about some of their favourites, as well as a few which needed a little bit of memory jogging. Thanks for listening. oncewascool.com