Once, When I Was Cool

Demolition days a back again for your second-hand listening pleasure

Darts. Durries. Darbs... Once the coolest thing you could do, even recommended by doctors, cigarette smoking has taken a mighty fall in the health and lifestyle stakes of the common person. Now ludicrously expensive, we take a look at the journey smoking has had in modern times, along to how it was when we were kids. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

Those cartoons which have created some of the most recognizable characters, catch phrases and classic moments in both film and television. Got a favourite? In this episode Dave and Wee discuss theirs. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

Who could fix it? Those long lost traditional jobs which relied on someone in the know with the tools and parts to be able to fix all sorts of things from appliances to simple household objects. Thanks for listening oncewascool.com

The favourite time of every kids life. Long days. No school for months. Warm, lazy days. This episode we look back on those vacation times over the hottest time of the year. Thanks for listening oncewascool.com

Some of those lesser known, or sadly forgotten cartoons from the years of our youth. Not necessarily a complete list, and not entirely obscure, but some of our favourites all the same. Thanks for listening oncewascool.com

This episode we look at the influence product placement has had on us through all sorts of advertising mediums. Thanks for listening oncewascool.com

Do you remember those childhood TV shows which were aimed at capturing our imagination and attention. Do you also remember the mascots - usually a non-threatening animal - which were the main character? In this episode we look back at such characters.

We exist in a culture of watching talking heads on morning TV telling us what is best for us. But it wasn't always this way. There was a time when Variety TV shows had genuine conversations and special interest topics. Thanks for listening oncewascool.com

We love our pets here on the show. But pet culture has certainly changed since we were kids. We now treat our pets as family members, companions and even fashion accessories. Join us as we look back at what our pets meant to us way back when... Thanks for listening oncewascool.com

Believe it or not, there was a time when we did not have mobile/ cell phones. In this episode we discuss the evolution of the mobile phone from the original 'bricks' on to today's ultra-flash smart phones. Thanks for listening oncewascool.com

Playing outside is a topic we often moan about. In this episode we look t the games we used to play as school kids. Team sports and mandatory enjoyment were all part of growing up way back when were young 'uns... Thanks for listening oncewascool.com

We were all teenagers once. Looking cool also came with a cost. Join us on this episode as we talk cheap grog and teenage angst. Thanks for listening oncewascool.com

Everyone's a critic. We have all had a reason to be dissatisfied. In this episode we look at how complaining has become an artform. Thanks for listening oncewascool.com

Honey! We're home.... Welcome back to an intro for Season 2 of the podcast. After a hiatus, we are back with the usual level of mediocrity you've come to tolerate. Sorry for the delay - it's good to be back... oncewascool.com

The VCR came on with a huge impact in our lives and soon revolutionised the way in which we watched television and movies. Eventually, we were able to record tv so we could relive moments over and over again. Sadly, the VCR is no more and has been forgotten by the newer generations. Join Dave and Wee as they are kind and rewind back to the magical age of the VCR. Thanks for listening... oncewascoo...

Back in the day, it was common for the family to gather around the only television in the house to watch whichever game show was on at the time. Some were daily, others weekly, but many were a long standing staple in the evenings entertainment. This episode Dave and Wee take a moment to reminisce about the game shows they loved. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

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