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We dive DEEP into British children's telly! From puppet cacti to deadly gameshows, we're taking a nostalgic trip to an era in which Barney Harwood was King. Everything you forgot that you loved throughout the 90s and 2000s? Well for some reason, we remember it all. And we're going to talk about it. (A podcast for adults seeking Highbrow Cultural Commentary - not for kids!) Get bonus content on Patreon
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Thots TV Ground Control

    • Comedy
    • 5.0 • 11 Ratings

We dive DEEP into British children's telly! From puppet cacti to deadly gameshows, we're taking a nostalgic trip to an era in which Barney Harwood was King. Everything you forgot that you loved throughout the 90s and 2000s? Well for some reason, we remember it all. And we're going to talk about it. (A podcast for adults seeking Highbrow Cultural Commentary - not for kids!) Get bonus content on Patreon
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    Rugrats

    Rugrats

    "My tax deductions are CRYING!"
    We're rounding off season three with an episode voted for by YOU the listeners! You wanted Rugrats, and we delivered.
    We have found that it's a lot more difficult to create fun """content""" about a show that's genuinely perfect, but we've certainly given it a go. As the last episode before our Summer break, it has been a delight to watch and discuss - thank you for voting correctly!!!
    We also hear a little bit from Laura about her MS diagnosis, and she has tried to answer some of your questions.
    We continue to be overwhelmed by your constant support of the podcast - thank you so much! Over the next few weeks, we'll be around on social media as always to chat all things kids' TV, you can't get rid of us that easily...
    Thank you so much for listening to series three, and have a beautiful Summer!
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    • 1 hr 32 min
    Our (and some of your) Unpopular Opinions [BONUS EP TEASER]

    Our (and some of your) Unpopular Opinions [BONUS EP TEASER]

    Take a peak behind the paywall to hear our mild takes on food, music, and cars. Cancel us IF YOU CAN!
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    • 14 min
    ChuckleVision

    ChuckleVision

    HelloOOO!
    You've waited a long time for us to cover the topic of the nation's comedy sweethearts, double act royalty, kings of the catchphrase etc. and FINALLY the day has come for us to talk about the Chuckle Brothers!
    Not only are we discussing the LONG-running CBBC sitcom, but also the various 1980s curiosities the Brothers provided us with over their wild and varied career.
    No one has watched more ChuckeVision than we have over the last week, and we have done our very best to channel our bafflement and bemusement into something resembling thoughtful cultural critique. We also have comments about their hair.
    To me to you, indeed.
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    • 1 hr 28 min
    Anne Wood article response [BONUS EP TEASER]

    Anne Wood article response [BONUS EP TEASER]

    A little while ago, Metro produced an article with the headline ‘I created Tots TV, Teletubbies and Rosie and Jim – I fear they’re being twisted’. This is our response to a very insightful interview with Anne Wood by Josie Copson.
    We also mused on the subject of nostalgia and differences between various eras of children's TV.
    Though this is a bonus episode, we wanted to share our initial thoughts on the article to the main feed. This is because we are very grateful for those of you who alerted us to it, and to the evident generosity and graciousness Anne Wood has shown towards those of us making jokes off the back of her brilliant work on social media.
    You can find the full episode by subscribing to our Patreon.
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    Email: thotstv2002@gmail.com
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    • 12 min
    Fimbles

    Fimbles

    "Look - I've found something!"
    They walk like the Slitheen, look like psychedelic hippos, and live on a planet from 60s Star Trek; they're the FIMBLES!
    In this episode, we discuss the Fimbles, its more successful spin-off series, and even a short-lived radio show featuring the series' most annying character.
    Digressions include reasons Meg got in trouble at school; bones we've broken; Laura's medical record; and Elsie's personal stash of glitter.
    Are you sitting comfortably? Then we'll begin...
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    • 1 hr 35 min
    Thomas and Friends

    Thomas and Friends

    The Fat Controller laughed, "You are wrong." Choo choo motherfuckers, it's Thomas and Friends.
    Some of you absolutely adore this show and probably already know everything we're about to tell you. Some of you are rightly terrified of these death-masks on wheels and the existential questions they present.
    Us? Both.
    Join us as we dive deep into the authoritarian nightmare that is the Island of Sodor. We also discuss Meg's mum's habit of impulse-buying rodents.

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    • 1 hr 41 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
11 Ratings

11 Ratings

Vezza1234 ,

Bagpuss is Awoken

Stumbled upon this pod as an avid 48 year old lover of all things retro. I’m old enough to be the mother (or possibly grandmother 😆) of you hosts, so as a child of the 80s adore that you’ve covered the likes of Bagpuss and Rainbow ❤️ Even though these shows were before your time, you present them with the perfect balance of nostalgia and WTAF… your parents should be proud 🙌🏻 I was about 18 when Tots TV and Pingu was on our tellies - far too old for kids TV but unashamedly watched and loved it / bought the crockery / had my mum knit me a life size Tom to take to uni 🤦🏼‍♀️. So thank you for being your awesome selves and bringing this slice of nostalgia back into my life. I’d love you to do an ep on Rosie & Jim - particularly covering the topic of who was best out of Pat or John 🤔 But ultimately, keep doing what you’re doing because it’s fabulous 🙌🏻

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