Once, When I Was Cool

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

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...