Welcome to Quiz #55 our special Halloween edition! This week we're testing your knowledge of the most frightening and disturbing shows from 1970s television.

What's in this episode:

• Round 1: Trick or Treat - scary 70s TV moments
• Round 2: Marathon/Fil Rouge - questions from previous podcast episodes
• Round 3: Name That Tune - theme tunes from 1972
• Round 4: TV Times - general 70s TV trivia
• Bonus Question: Captain Scarlet's Angels

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Join me as I dig into the dusty archives of My 70's TV Childhood Towers to explore what was on television on Sunday, October 21st, 1979. Armed with both the Radio Times for BBC and the TV Times for ITV, I take you through a fascinating day of 1970s television programming that reveals a broadcasting landscape shaped by industrial action and true public service programming.

This unique episode explores a specific moment in television history when ITV was crippled by a technicians' strike, leaving viewers with makeshift schedules, whilst the BBC delivered a full day of community programming, classic films, and beloved series that defined Sunday viewing.

From The Muppet Show with Dudley Moore to Quatermass with John Mills, from Scott of the Antarctic to Roots: The Next Generation, discover what families across Britain were watching on this autumn Sunday over 40 years ago. I'll reveal how the ITV strike affected programming and  explore the BBC's commitment to educational broadcasting. 

Whether it was Go with Noakes sailing from Southampton to Penzance, Penelope Keith's aristocratic comedy in To The Manor Born, or Trevor Eve's detective work in Shoestring, this Sunday offered something for everyone, if you knew where to look.

Do you remember Spencer's Pilots, Eight is Enough, or the mysterious Scamps nightclub in Bradford? These forgotten shows remind us how much television history gets lost in the mists of time.

Take care, 

Roisin

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Welcome back to My 70's TV Childhood Quiz, where we test your memories of what was on the box during that memorable decade!

This quiz is an offshoot of the My 70's TV Childhood podcast, which looks back fondly on what it was like to grow up as a child in 1970's Britain and the important role that television played in our lives back then. If you haven't listened, I really recommend you do.

Exciting News! We are now live on Instagram! Oliver's been practicing his pouting and posing, and you can now find our content on yet another social media site. If you're on Insta, as the kids call it, do take a look as our content builds up.

Quick Correction: Thanks to Sally, Ange, John and many others for pointing out that The Goodies had their top ten hit with "Funky Gibbon" in 1975 rather than 1974. Apologies for the confusion - if you said 1975, please have another point!

As always, we have 20 questions over 4 rounds. It's just for fun, and the quizmaster's answer is the final one! So settle down with a pen and paper and your favourite beverage!

Here's what we've got lined up for you:

📺 Round One: Making a Muppet Out of You! A simple concept - we give you the name of a Muppet character and you tell us whether they were in Sesame Street, The Muppet Show, or both. For example, Kermit the Frog was in both!

📺 Round Two: Marathon/Fil Rouge! Questions related to topics and personalities we've featured in previous episodes of the My 70's TV Childhood podcast. With over 170 episodes in our back catalogue, there's lots to choose from!

📺 Round Three: Name That Tune & Spin the Wheel! Our specially constructed wheel of fate has landed on... 1971! Our AI-powered theme tune generator has selected five theme tunes from TV shows first shown on UK television that year. Get your ears ready!

📺 Round Four: TV Times! Anything goes in this round – questions about various 70s television shows, personalities, and notable programming from the era. From ITV strikes to boxing matches!

And of course, we have our Bonus Question for this week: Excluding the pilot, how many episodes of "The Sweeney" were produced? (You can have three either way!)

So how did you get on? Are you going to have trouble getting through the door as your head is so big after a great score or are you burying your head under the covers in shame?

Whichever, we do hope you have enjoyed playing and if you have, then why not tell your friends? We'd love them to join us. And if you could take the time to like, rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts, we'd be eternally grateful.

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Take care,

Oliver

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Join me, as I count down the top 10 American detective and crime shows that captivated British audiences during the 1970s. From the sun-soaked highways of California to the gritty streets of New York, these imported dramas provided weekly escapes that became essential Saturday night viewing for families across the UK.

Inspired by listener Adam's request for a follow-up to our UK detective shows episode, I explore how American television transformed British living rooms with glamorous locations, maverick cops, and unforgettable characters. Discover which shows made the cut in this nostalgic countdown through television history.

From CHiPs' spectacular highway chases to Starsky and Hutch's iconic red and white Gran Torino, these shows didn't just entertain, they shaped childhood memories, influenced playground games, and created shared cultural experiences that transcended generations.

I'll reveal my personal top 10, share the stories behind these classic programmes, and explore how they provided British children with weekly adventures far removed from everyday life. Whether it's Kojak's lollipop-sucking New York attitude or Hawaii Five-O's exotic Pacific paradise, these shows offered something uniquely American that captured our imaginations.

Even after all these years, these American detective shows still hold a special place in my heart and, I'm sure, in many of yours too.

Take care, 

Oliver

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Welcome back to My 70's TV Childhood Quiz, where we test your memories of what was on the box during that memorable decade!

This quiz is an offshoot of the My 70's TV Childhood podcast, which looks back fondly on what it was like to grow up as a child in 1970's Britain and the important role that television played in our lives back then.

As always, we have 20 questions over 4 rounds. It's just for fun, and the quizmaster's answer is the final one! So settle down with a pen and paper and your favourite beverage!

Here's what we've got lined up for you:

📺 Round One: Postgate Posers! All the questions are about the legendary animator Oliver Postgate who was responsible for so many marvellous TV shows. From Smallfilms to Bagpuss, can you remember these magical creations?

📺 Round Two: Marathon/Fil Rouge! Questions related to topics and personalities we've featured in previous episodes of the My 70's TV Childhood podcast. From Superstars to Record Breakers, test your podcast knowledge!

📺 Round Three: Name That Tune & Spin the Wheel! Our specially constructed wheel of fate has landed on... 1970! That's an incredible 55 years ago! Our AI-powered theme tune generator has selected five theme tunes from TV shows first shown in the UK that year. Get your ears ready!

📺 Round Four: TV Times! Anything goes in this round, questions about various 70s television shows, personalities, and notable programming from the era. From The Pink Panther Show to Doctor Who!

And of course, we have our Bonus Question for this week: Which 1966 film was banned from being aired on UK TV due to concerns about children copying dangerous behaviour until 1972?

So how have you got on? Are you "On top of the world looking down on creation" as the Carpenters once sang or are you "Way on down" as Elvis crooned?

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Take care,

Oliver

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Join me, as I take you back to the rebellious world of Magpie, ITV's groundbreaking children's show that first hit the screens in 1968 as a bold rival to the BBC's Blue Peter.

With presenters like Mick Robertson and Jenny Hanley, Magpie wasn't afraid to be different. It brought live music from bands such as T-Rex into the mix and tackled serious topics like bullying and whale conservation. All quite daring for its time.

One of my favourite memories has to be when Mick Robertson dangled off a tower block between commercial breaks. A moment of genuine chaos that perfectly captured the show's unpredictable spirit. Unlike its polished rivals, Magpie had a cool, unscripted vibe that spoke directly to us 70s kids looking for something fresh and authentic.

In this episode, I'll share the story of the original Magpie format and those unforgettable presenters, recount some of their most memorable stunts, and show you my cherished Magpie Pocket Book of Trains and other nostalgic memorabilia.

Even after all these years, Magpie still holds a special place in my heart and, I'm sure, in many of yours too.

Take care,
Oliver

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Welcome back to My 70's TV Childhood Quiz, where we test your memories of what was on the box during that memorable decade!

As always, we have 20 questions over 4 rounds. It's just for fun, and the quizmaster's answer is the final one! So settle down with a pen and paper and your favourite beverage!

Here's what we've got lined up for you:

📺Round One: Trumptonshire! All about the three shows in the so-called Trumpton trilogy. Yes, we know they were made in the 1960s, but they were very much an important part of our seventies childhood TV experience. Can you remember the details from Trumpton, Camberwick Green, and Chigley?

📺Round Two: Marathon/Fil Rouge! Questions related to topics and personalities we've featured in previous episodes of the My 70's TV Childhood podcast. Let's see how good your memory is about our past discussions!

📺Round Three: Name That Tune & Spin the Wheel! Our specially constructed wheel of fate has landed on... 1977! Our AI-powered theme tune generator has selected five theme tunes from TV shows first shown in the UK that year. Get your ears ready!

📺Round Four: TV Times! Anything goes in this round – questions about various 70s television shows, personalities, and notable programming from the era.

And of course, we have our Bonus Question for this week: In the TV show, Alias Smith and Jones, what were the real names of Mr. Smith and Mr. Jones?

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Oliver

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This week, I'm exploring one of the 1970s most beloved television programmes - "All Creatures Great and Small." Inspired by my recent experience with expensive veterinary bills for one of our cats, this episode reflects on how dramatically our attitudes towards pets and animal care have changed since the 1970s.

I begin with my childhood memories of pets at our Victorian vicarage in Padgate, from Flopsy the escape-artist rabbit who repeatedly ran off to join wild rabbits on the old RAF base, to Henrietta the bad-tempered hen who surprised everyone by laying eggs, and the succession of goldfish I won at the annual fair during Padgate Walking Day.

"All Creatures Great and Small" first broadcast in January 1978, based on James Herriot's bestselling books about his life as a country vet in 1930s Yorkshire. The television adaptation starred Christopher Timothy as James Herriot, Robert Hardy as the eccentric Siegfried Farnon, and Peter Davison as the loveable rogue Tristan, with the stunning Yorkshire Dales providing a breathtaking backdrop.

What made the programme special was its gentle, uplifting storytelling in an era when television drama was becoming increasingly complex. The biggest cliffhanger might be whether James would get his wellies off before his tea went cold! The show featured memorable characters like the formidable Mrs Pumphrey and her pampered Pekingese Tricki Woo, alongside a wonderful cast of eccentric Yorkshire farmers.

I explore how the programme's success reflected Britain's growing love affair with animals and the countryside, transforming James Herriot's books into a television phenomenon that captured hearts across the nation.

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Welcome back to My 70's TV Childhood Quiz, where we test your memories of what was on the box during that memorable decade!

This quiz is an offshoot of the My 70's TV Childhood podcast, which looks back fondly on what it was like to grow up as a child in 1970's Britain and the important role that television played in our lives back then. If you haven't listened, I really recommend you do.

As always, we have 20 questions over 4 rounds. It's just for fun, and the quizmaster's answer is the final one! So settle down with a pen and paper and your favourite beverage!

Here's what we've got lined up for you:

📺 Round One: Back to School! This quiz is scheduled to be released in early September when thoughts inevitably go to thinking about the return to school, even 40 or so years after Oliver left. From Grange Hill's head teacher to Top of the Form, can you remember these school-themed shows?

📺 Round Two: Marathon/Fil Rouge! Questions related to topics and personalities we've featured in previous episodes of the My 70's TV Childhood podcast. From The Tomorrow People to scary Anglia TV shows with famous film stars!

📺 Round Three: Name That Tune & Spin the Wheel! Our specially constructed wheel of fate has landed on... 1978! Our AI-powered theme tune generator has selected five theme tunes from TV shows first shown in the UK that year. Get your ears ready!

📺 Round Four: TV Times! Anything goes in this round – questions about various 70s television shows, personalities, and notable programming from the era. From Mork and Mindy to The Beverly Hillbillies!

And of course, we have our Bonus Question for this week: We all remember the days of Teletext with Oracle and Ceefax, but do you remember the name of the Post Office's version of a text information service that was launched in 1979?

Are you jumping for joy or are you hiding your head in shame?

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Oliver

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This week, we have a very special guest joining us - the accomplished actress and author Nina Saville! Nina is perhaps best known to our listeners as Mr. Rumbold's secretary in the beloved BBC sitcom "Are You Being Served?" - a role that made her part of one of Britain's most enduring comedy classics.

Nina shares fascinating insights into the golden age of British television when comedy shows were performed live without canned laughter, creating that organic chemistry we all remember so fondly. She recalls working with legends like Molly Sugden and John Inman, describing them as generous professionals who created a collaborative rather than competitive atmosphere that made "Are You Being Served?" such a special experience.

Her journey began the traditional way - through Arts Educational school and repertory theatre, building the skills that would serve her so well in her memorable television role.

From those early days in theatrical digs with nylon sheets and unfriendly landladies, Nina worked her way through repertory theatre, appearing alongside stars like Leonard Rossiter in "A Christmas Carol" and Paul Jones in "Ring Round the Moon." She emphasises how this traditional training ground gave actors the discipline and technical skills that seem harder to find today.

The conversation takes a fascinating turn as Nina discusses meeting her late husband, the renowned director Philip Saville, during an audition for his production of "Dracula." Their professional and personal partnership led to collaborations on productions like "The Lives and Loves of a She-Devil," where Nina not only acted but contributed to the writing.

Most excitingly, Nina has just published her debut novel, "A Night with Damien Spur," a compelling story inspired by her rich experiences in British entertainment. The book explores themes of love, obsession, and redemption through the story of a complex protagonist guided by an inner voice of reason - showcasing Nina's evolution from beloved television actress to accomplished author.

This episode offers a wonderful glimpse into the world of 1970s television production, the magic of "Are You Being Served?" and how life experiences can inspire creative work decades later. Nina's insights into working with the legendary cast of Grace Brothers department store reveal why this show remains such a treasured part of British comedy history.

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