Once, When I Was Cool

Before there were computers and online gaming we used to have to make up games which usually had us outside and talking to each other for real! This episode Dave and Wee chat about the games they used to play, and get some insight from a guest who is more up to date with the current trends.   Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

The previous episode had to be skipped because it was so dreadful. So this could be considered a five-pack recap, but where's the sense in that? this episode looks back at the past episodes with a bit of the feedback we get. Thanks for listening. oncewascool.com

This episode Dave and Wee take a look back at a few of the after school classics which were a big part of our after school lives. Not to mention some of those which were only around in the summer holidays. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

Beware all ye who be lactose intolerant. This one is about milk. It is about milkmen and the variety of flavours that we missed out on growing up! Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

A spooky tale of mystery and intrigue is what this one should be about. Instead, the boys veer off track and talk about a variety of conspiracies, fables and tales that were popular when they were cool. The Bermuda Triangle, while not a conspiracy by today's standards, certainly held the attention of many in folk lore in the days before everything was a conspiracy. Thanks for listening... oncewasc...

Remember the days when it was rare to see a brand new car on the road? Ever noticed what a novelty it is to see a car more than ten years old nowadays? In this episode Dave and Wee talk about the old cars from way back when - and how dangerous cars were (relatively speaking). How did we all survive? Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

Ever had that hankering to become more learned, but don't want to spend the time and effort of a university degree? Remember when you could go to the local high school or technical college and learn Chinese cooking? Or to speak Italian? Or learn to fix a small engine? We sure do... These institutions used to be everywhere in every town, but sadly don't seem to exist any more. We are back with our...

It is that time again - a look back at the past six episodes for a recap of what has been going on. See you in 2020. Thanks for listening...

It's that time again. Christmas! When the man in the red suit comes and gives lots of lovely presents to the good kiddies and lumps of coal to the naughty ones. In the last episode of 2019 Dave and Wee reveal all their childhood Christmas triumphs, tragedies and terrors. So be a good little kiddy and turn your earbuds to on. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

Tasty treats and sneaky snacks. Dave wheezes his way through the list of goodies when he was a little 'un, while Wee absolutely moves his way through the many cliches that define the show. Grab your favourite snack treat you know is frowned upon and settle in. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

Just because one episode is never enough, we are looking at even more words and phrases that have either disappeared or changed relevance in modern times. So saddle up there, dear listener. This one is going to be rad! Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

Is 60 really the new 50? Is 50 the new 35? This episode we explore how our attitudes to age has changed. Is it a society thing, or are we just more accepting of aging as we rocket through the years of our lives? It's time to get out the old ear trumpet again and listen to the old boys carrying on about their age, yet again! Thanks for listening. oncewascool.com

Sunny days, keeping the clouds away. This episode we show you how to get, how to get to Sesame Street as we cover one of the greatest children's TV shows. From the iconic characters, introduction to muppets and concepts, songs and jingles that have lasted through our lives, to its relevance to today's children, we unpack what Sesame Street means to us almost a half a century on. Thanks for listeni...

It's that time again! On this bonus episode, Wee and Dave have a look at the past six episodes with some feedback and special thanks. oncewascool.com  

From the dawn of our lives (Dave and Wee, that is) televisions have played a role. Informative escapism to fuel our curious nature, televisions have evolved from tiny little black and white picture boxes to massive screens with images close to life. Is it the greatest invention of all time? Download and adjust the rabbit ears antennas to listen in. oncewascool.com

No, not a friend that was a pen. This episode we have a look at the pre-internet communication sensation of pen pals - friends from a different location who you had to write (or pen) a letter to. Slower than email but quite a rewarding (allegedly) way for youngsters to communicate with people they did not know and had not met. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

Computers have changed our lives and nobody is denying the influences they have had. Along with computers came the need for games. From "Pong" to Nintendo and all the games in between, we discuss a few (not all of them - that would be crazy). Download and listen in because it is on like Donkey Kong! Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

From the time when you had to wait each week for your TV show to be on, we look at the cult classic 'Twin Peaks'. It was many things including quirky, funny, scary and downright bizarre. And when you thought it was just a remnant, it came back 25 years later. Did it stand the test of time? You be the judge. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com

So tired of waking up tired? Well now you have more choices of a basic drink than ever before, and it is available everywhere. This episode we are talking coffee. What it is. What we like. How it has changed. We discuss how we think coffee has changed and how it is a necessity of everyday life and functioning. We don't talk chai, though. We forgot about that. And we have a very special guest with...

A long time ago, When Wee was tall and Dave had hair, you knew a movie must be a quality franchise if it became a three-shot series. Only the best movies made it to a trilogy. Before streaming services made their own movie chains that continue regardless of ratings and reviews actors who had a trilogy under their belt seemed to be the actors to be taken seriously. Can you think of a few? Get the p...

Remember when being flush meant cash in your wallet rather than tapping your card (or phone) for the internet to take over? This episode we take a look at a time when cash was king, and cheques were around as well. Who still has a cheque book? What businesses still accept cheques? Join us as we examine the decline in the availability and general acceptance of cash. Thanks for listening... oncewasc...

Here we go with a little in-between the regular episodes hustle. Another six episodes have gone by, so we felt we might do a short review just to remember what has been done. Thanks for catching up... oncewascool.com

Once, every young lad, at some point, dreamed of travelling in space. Whether it be travelling to distant galaxies to explore and be a hero of some epic space battles (or wars), or staying closer to home as a humble astronaut the thought of going to space was a must when we grew up. And the coolest way to get there was via the space shuttle. That winged vehicle that looked more like a plane than a...

There was a time when the language we used and our spoken words often meant different things to what the do today. On this episode we take a look back at some of the slang terms and expressions we used to highlight our passion and pain, our delights and dislikes. So join us as we recall a time when sticks and stones could break our bones, but names never hurt us. Thanks for listening... oncewascoo...

Toys! Toys! Toys! Back when toys were made to be ripped out of their flimsy packages and played with - we did it and we played hard! There was never a thought of keeping them pristine and on display in a cabinet. No thought of future value. No problem if they lost a wheel or an arm. No worries if they got dirty. All a kid wanted to do was have the characters pick up where the movie left off and th...