Welcome back to My 70’s TV Childhood! I’m Oliver Colling, and this episode holds a special place in my heart.

Before we dive into the wonderful world of Tony Hart, I’d like to take a moment to dedicate this episode to my dear friend, Anthony Martin, who sadly passed away suddenly on September 18th, 2024. Anthony was a great fan of this podcast, always excited to join in on our quizzes—even if he didn't always get the answers right! We will truly miss you, Anthony. This episode is for you.

I wanted to also share that we’ve been recognised in the podcast industry for the second consecutive year! We’ve been shortlisted for Best TV and Film Podcast at the UK Independent Podcast Awards, with the winner to be announced at the glamorous ceremony later this month. Thank you to all our listeners for your incredible support that has helped us reach this milestone!

That’s not all! We were also featured on BBC Radio 2 in their Midnight Mastermind segment, where I had the pleasure of challenging host Phil Williams with three questions about Trumpton. If you’d like to catch the segment, it’s available on BBC Sounds from the OJ Borg show aired on September 20, 2024. You can find us about 26 minutes into the episode. I’ll also share a link to the audio on our blog for easy access. Thank you for being part of this journey with us!

Now, let’s journey back to the happy times of the 60's, 70's  and early 1980s, when Tony Hart was a household name and a source of inspiration for countless budding young artists. His gentle and encouraging style made art accessible to everyone, leaving a lasting impression on British television.

Tony introduced us to the joys of drawing, painting, and creativity, making it feel like anyone could create something beautiful. For many children, his show was the first step toward a lifelong passion for art.

We’ll also reminisce about his collaborations with beloved characters like Morph and the brilliant animation team that brought these ideas to life. Tony’s iconic sketches, delivered with charm and warmth, sparked creativity in living rooms across the UK. And who could forget that wonderful theme music that would lull us into a dreamy state as we admired the artwork of other children in the gallery? Each week, Tony took us on a delightful artistic journey, inspiring us to explore our own creativity.

If you have any memories of watching Tony Hart or were inspired by his creativity, I’d love to hear from you. Let us know your thoughts by commenting on our blog at www.my70stvchildhood.com or joining the conversation on social media.

Take care, 

Oliver

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