Once, When I Was Cool

Once upon a day so dreary we were never quite sure whether the weather would be wet, wild, windy or wonderful. However did we plan our day in the times before the internet provided us with forecasts, updates and warnings. This episode we unpack the changeable nature of nature and do absolutely no research on how the weather influences our lives. Thanks for listening... oncewascool.com  

Welcome back to the world of the video shop for your viewing pleasure. From the early 80s, the humble video shop provided much of our indoor entertainment and activities for children. Video players became DVD players which saw the gradual demise of the video cassette in the same way that online streaming cancelled out the DVD rental. So sit back, relax and make your choice - VHS or Beta... Thanks...

When was the last time you had a conversation on a land line telephone? What about a long-distance call (with the STD beep. In this episode, Dave and Wee review the changes in the way we communicate. What has gone by the wayside? What is still around? Is it better or worse. Pick up your ear trumpet, Grandpa, and join us for our latest episode. Thanks for listening...

The next lot of six episodes recapped for your listening pleasure! It has Roman numerals so that you know it is extra classy. Thanks for listening...

When the sun shines and the birds sing, we are reminded of the times when it was considered a good thing to play in the dirt and feel the sun on our face. Is it still the same, or have we become too concerned with bugs and environmental threats? Is technology too advanced? Is TV just too binge worthy? Download this episode while you are out for a walk. Thanks for listening in. oncewascool.com

Lost your way and don't know where to go? Let us show you the way, turn by turn as we look at the cult of the street directory. These map books were once a staple in the footwell of everybody's car, no matter how many years they sat there. Remember when your navigator would rotate the map to figure which turn was left or right? Or the frustration you felt when your destination was in the fold of t...

Ding dong! It's the boys from the podcast here to sell you the opportunity of a lifetime! Do you remember door-to-door sales? Do you long for the time when random strangers used to knock at your door selling you things you didn't know you needed? Join us this episode as we discuss the lost art of the travelling salesmen from Avon to Britannica (and a little bit more)...

Hurry up and wait as we delve into the origins of the internet in our homes. Think you have slow internet now? Remember back with us when images took a long while to download and streaming was what happened when it rained. And you had a choice... phone call or internet. Never both and never at the same time. Download it now in a hurry and thanks for listening in.

Ahoy there, matey! Get your sea legs ready to sleep above the fishes on this week's rockin' episode of the podcast where we are discussing that uber-cool accessory - the waterbed. From filling to blown thermostats to springing a leak, we look at the hows and whys of why these slumber devices were so cool. But have they stood the test of time? Does anyone still have one? Listen in and discover very...

Sometimes a fashion accessory, sometimes a practical approach to the management of a head cold. This episode we discuss the humble handkerchief in all of its inglorious forms. Such a handy accessory with many uses now in a rapid decline, with most people under the age of 25 never having seen a "hanky", let alone used it to its full capability. Do you have an experience with a handkerchief? Listen...

Here is a midweek bonus for you, faithful listener! A short synopsis of our first six episodes with a spacial guest. Lots of feedback from a (non) listener, not necessarily in our demographic. Also, one of the hosts is unavailable this week due to some truly admirable philanthropy. Enjoy the show...

Did you ever know things before they happened? Did you ever think you might have the "special" touch? No? Neither have we. Back in the day of telephone landlines you could, for a small (large) fee, you could have your fortune told  by a psychic. Call the number and get connected with destiny! These shifty services were advertised on late night television and catered well to the lonely and anxious...

Ninja movies were the staple for a young chap keen to get his action movie fix back in the 80s. From poorly dubbed Hong Kong action films to the big budget American block-buster, ninja films were what it was about. Dave and Wee talk this episode about their faves - movies and actors and how they changed their lives. Listen in and look back fondly with us.

Remember this? With the rapid rise of digital photography, we have seen the decline of film and film developing. On this episode Dave and Wee look at how we used to need film to record our precious memories, and wait for our carefully staged photos to be developed and returned to us.

This episode Dave and Wee are discussing the big hitter in original boys toys - Tonka Trucks. Originally made of metal, these toy excavation machines were the staples of play when we were children. We look at how they have changed over the years, and how they hold relevance in today's age of parenting and kids play.

On this weeks episode we examine how the boombox influenced our lives.

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