Old Mates New Laughs Podcast

Welcome to Episode 23 of Old Mates New Laughs ! This week, we log back into the wild world of the early internet, back when you had to ask your mum to hang up the phone so you could go online. Join Brendan, Andy, and Mike as they remember the pixelated glory days of MSN Messenger, illegal LimeWire downloads, and dodgy chat room confessions. From the screech of dial-up to sneaky sessions at interne...

You’ve rolled a 1 for sanity, and a natural 20 for nostalgia! This week, it’s the thrilling conclusion of our chaotic journey through the legendary Fighting Fantasy book: The Warlock of Firetop Mountain . 🎲 Mike’s still rolling like his life depends on it 📖 Brendan’s desperately trying to keep the story on track 😵 And Andy’s mostly just trying not to die laughing (again) Will we find the treasu...

This week, Brendan, Mike, and Andy roll the dice and take their first bold steps into the legendary 80s choose-your-own-adventure world of Fighting Fantasy. Join the boys as they crack open The Warlock of Firetop Mountain and plunge into the depths of a dungeon full of traps, trolls, treasure, and total confusion. With Brendan narrating, Andy attempting strategy, and Mike making wildly chaotic pre...

In this follow-up to last week’s nostalgic romp, the OMNL crew are back in the corridors of chaos that were UK secondary schools in the 90s. Brendan, Andy, and Mike relive parents evening , teachers , and those iconic lunch times football matches . We’re talking classroom crushes, legendary teachers (for better or worse), and even a few shocking confessions that never made the school newsletter. P...

In this first of our two-part deep dive into UK secondary school life, Brendan, Andy, and Mike roll back the years to talk about what it was really like growing up in British schools during the early 90s. From questionable friendships and terrifying headteachers, to playground politics, lunchtime antics, and the early whirllwind romances that left more questions than answers—this episode is full o...

We’ve laughed, we’ve cringed, and we’ve remembered more than we probably should – now it’s time to wrap up the 1980s the only way we know how: with sarcasm, nostalgia, and a fair bit of Wotsit dust. In this episode, your favourite trio of vaguely traumatised 80s kids take a final stroll down memory lane. We’re revisiting some of our favourite topics – from the tech that blew our minds (and sometim...

Get your armbands on and your Calippos ready – this week, we’re diving headfirst into 80s summer holidays ! From boiling hot car rides with no air con, to Butlin’s bunk beds, to sand in places sand should never be – it’s a sun-soaked, seaside-scented trip down memory lane. We’re swapping stories about vomit on coaches, dodgy camping, and the smell of coconut sun cream mixed with regret. It’s all h...

This week, the Old Mates take a moment to get real. We’re talking Men’s Health Awareness Week — from dodgy doctors appointments to emotional check-ins, gym stories to why we STILL don’t go to the doctors. We’re mixing heartfelt honesty with our usual sarcastic nonsense, and hoping to open a few ears (and minds) along the way. If you've ever ignored a weird mole, felt awkward asking for help, or be...

In Episode 15, the gang dives headfirst into the world of Hot Takes and The Hills We’ll Die On. From when to drink hot drinks to wearing pyjamas in public debates, nothing is off limits. Brendan, Andy, and Mike spar with their strongest opinions—some you’ll agree with, some you won’t—but all guaranteed to get you talking. Join us for laughs, banter, and a few surprising twists. What’s your hill to...

In Part 2 of our Eurovision extravaganza, the boys dive into the glittery chaos of performances , political voting , and some downright wild trivia from years gone by. From the unforgettable to the unexplainable, Brendan, Andy, and Mike pull back the sequined curtain and continue their laugh-filled look at Europe’s most gloriously bizarre night of the year. Expect chaos, controversy, and a few hig...

Get ready to wave your flags and roll your eyes – Old Mates, New Laughs is diving headfirst into the gloriously bonkers world of Eurovision ! In this first half of our double-episode special, Brendan, Andy and Mike rewind to relive some of the wildest controversies , iconic performers , and discuss how Eurovision came to be . Whether you're a lifelong fan or Eurovision newbie, there’s something fo...

Pack your book bags and dust off that recorder—because this week, we’re taking a nostalgic trip back to our Primary School Years . From school dinners and milk bottles to nits, nativity plays , and weirdly competitive Sports Days , we’re chatting about everything that made those early years unforgettable… for better or worse. Expect big laughs, cringe memories , and a few questionable hairstyles a...

In this week's episode, the lads dive headfirst into the news that rocked the 1980s – from royal weddings to miners' strikes, the Falklands to The Great Storm. Brendan, Andy and Mike tackle the serious, the surreal, and the downright bizarre headlines that shaped a decade. Plus, there's the usual detours into What We Learned This Week, and Andy's 1-Star Film Review... heads up... this one is truly...

From The Goonies to The Breakfast Club , Back to the Future to The Lost Boys , the 80s gave us some of the most iconic films in history—and we’re diving in headfirst. In this episode of Old Mates New Laughs , we’re chatting all things 80s movies : the theme tunes that slapped , the catchphrases that stuck , the endings that flopped , and the cult classics you’ve probably forgotten . Join Brendan,...

It’s time to get nostalgic for grazed knees, broken bed slats, and the sound of a cassette rewinding inside your Speak & Spell 🎮 This week on Old Mates New Laughs , Brendan, Andy, and Mike dive into the magical world of 1980s toys —the ones we begged for, battled over, and still remember like old friends. Expect chat about: 🦸 Action figures that ruled our bedrooms 🧱 Classic toys like LEGO,...

Step back into the totally tubular world of 80s fashion ! In this episode, Brendan, Mike, and Andy dive deep into the iconic clothing trends, statement accessories, and unforgettable hairstyles that ruled the UK during the 1980s. From the neon colours and oversized power suits to the rise of designer brands like Vivienne Westwood and St. Michael , we cover all the essentials of 80s style. We also...

Before smartphones and Wi-Fi, there was the wild world of 80s tech —a time when computers loaded via cassette tapes, phones were firmly attached to walls, and gaming meant joysticks with exactly one button! 🎮📺 In this episode of Old Mates New Laughs , Brendan, Andy, and Mike take a nostalgic trip back to the gadgets, gizmos, and glorious tech fails that shaped our childhoods. From the ZX Spectru...

Dust off your Walkman and rewind that cassette tape—it’s time for an 80s music deep dive! This week on Old Mates, New Laughs , Brendan, Mike, and Andy are cranking up the nostalgia with the songs, artists, and sounds that shaped a generation . 🎤 From power ballads to synth-pop bangers 🎸 The rise of MTV & iconic music videos 💿 Vinyl vs. cassette tapes – the great debate 🤘 The legendary rock...

Before Netflix, before streaming, before even having more than four channels, there was 80s TV —and it was glorious . This week, Brendan, Andy, and Mike take a deep dive into the shows that defined a generation. We’re talking: 🎭 Soaps & dramas – did your family watch Brookside or Highway to Heaven ? 🤣 Comedy classics – from Only Fools and Horses to Blackadder 💡 Game shows – back when prizes...

Get ready for a nostalgic bite of the past as Brendan, Andy, and Mike take a trip back to the 80s food scene! 🍕🍭 We’re talking Top 5 sweets & snacks , the school dinners that haunted us , the legendary treats that disappeared , and the foods we thought were amazing but were actually questionable at best. 🤢 Plus, expect plenty of laughs, debates over the ultimate chocolate bar, and a few foo...

80s Kids TV: The Shows That Shaped Our Childhoods! 📺🎶 This week on Old Mates New Laughs , we’re diving back into the golden age of 80s kids' TV! From Saturday morning chaos to after-school must-watches, we’re reminiscing about the shows that defined our childhoods. 🦸‍♂️ The best (and worst) TV villains 🎶 Theme tunes we still remember word-for-word 📺 Shows we thought were amazing… but were the...

In this episode of Old Mates New Laughs , Brendan, Andy, and Mike rewind the clock to the golden age of 80s TV commercials —a time of catchy jingles, bizarre mascots, and ads that definitely wouldn’t fly today! We’re breaking down: 📺 The commercials we still can’t get out of our heads 😲 The ones that made us say, "How did they get away with that?!" 🚫 And the ads that would NEVER be made now Of...

In this debut episode of Old Mates New Laughs , Brendan, Andy, and Mike take a trip down movie memory lane. We share our Top 5 Favorite Films of All Time , break down the best and worst remakes , and debate the worst films we’ve ever seen . Plus, we dive into some of cinema’s most jaw-dropping twists—can you guess which ones made our list? It’s a light-hearted chat packed with laughs, banter, and...