Distinct Nostalgia

Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageFour of the original cast of Angels plus the creator join us to look back at one of the ground breaking series of British television - Angels - which began in 1975.First we hear from Paula Milne about how she created the show before four of the actors who got together as young women reunite to talk us through exactly what is was like to be thrust into the prime time spotlight five decades ago.Ashley is joined by:Erin Gerharty who played Maureen MorahanClare Clifford who was Shirley BrentJulie Dawn Cole who played Jo Longhurst and Karen David who was Sita PatelAngels is just one of several anniversaries we're marking this Christmas. If you scroll through the feed, the last episode of Distinct Nostalgia sees us reunite the cast of 1990s sitcom Game On and the episode before that is an interview with the legendary Derek Griffiths marking 50 years since he composed the music for the iconic children's series BOD.All this comes ahead of the launch of Distinct Radio in 2026, a new arts station which will be 24/7 history, arts, nostalgia. Keep listening and looking out for updates about that. One of the first shows will be a 90 minute special celebrating Rocky Horror at 50.Distinct Nostalgia is a Made in Manchester ProductionSupport the show

Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageTwo of the cast of 90s sitcom Game On remember the show’s heyday 30 years after it began in 1995. Matthew Cottle and Neil Stuke chat to Ashley about how it all began and how it tackled taboos and became a must watch for 20 somethings on a Friday night. And don’t forget we’re marking more anniversaries. Look in the feed for a chat with Derek Griffiths about 50 years of kids classic BOD and standby for a big reunion of four of the original cart of Angels which began on BBC1 way back in 1975. And coming soon Distinct Radio - 24/7 history and nostalgia - ‘discover the things you never knew you loved’… more details to follow. Support the show

Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageAhead of the launch of Distinct Radio, the new 24 hour station where you're encouraged to discover the things you never knew you loved, we're treating you to one of the first Distinct Nostalgia episode highlights on that new station - a short celebration of all things BOD with the legendary performer and creator of the music for that iconic children's show, the brilliant Derek Griffiths.  We're ahead of the game. BBC 4 is celebrating BOD tonight (Dec 20th) but we've got in first!Derek tells the story and sings - what more could you want. A real treat for kids of the 70s!Enjoy...This episode is an MIM Production for Distinct Radio which launches in the new year.Support the show

Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageThe extraordinary inside story of the most controversial decision in the history of modern warfare - the order to drop the atomic bomb. Drawn from first-hand accounts of those involved and declassified top secret American and Japanese documents from 1945, this documentary drama unfolds through the eyes of the two people at the centre of this world changing event - President Harry S. Truman and Showa Emperor Hirohito of Japan Episode 2: THE ALTERNATIVE OPTION President Truman is briefed on plans for the invasion of Japan which, the generals tell him, could cost hundreds of thousands of American casualties and take eighteen months to end the war. But he has a secret alternative option, which he believes, will force Japan to surrender with just one bomb...You can hear the cast and production team list in detail at the end of the episode.A Made in Manchester Production.This drama has been made with the good will of everyone involved and not with huge funders behind it. If you would like to give something to the costs and to show your appreciation for all the work involved, please donate here https://buymeacoffee.com/presidentandemperorSupport the show

Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageFirst Look Trailer for Part 2 of The President and the Emperor starring Clifton Truman Daniel as President Harry S Truman, Sadao Ueda as Emperor Hirohito and Samuel Barnett as Phillip Oppenheimer.Episode 2 coming soon.....The President and the Emperor is written byGuy Smith.The director is Jonathan Kydd.Produced by Ashley ByrneExecutive Producer is Kurt BrookesA Made in Manchester production.Support the show