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Looks Unfamiliar

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Children's Television
Grange Hill
Eighty and Nineties Television
BBC Children's Programs
Clangers
Dallas
Fax
First Born
The Magic Roundabout
Saturday Morning TV
Halloween
Billy Butler
Tiswas
Magic Roundabout
Fox Tales
Jackanory
Play School
Press Gang
Wait Till Your Father Gets Home
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Writer and occasional broadcaster Tim Worthington is joined by a series of guests for a bit of a chat about some of the things that they remember that nobody else ever seems to. From Coming On Strong by Broken English and The Order Of The McVitie's Hobnob, to whichever TV programme it was that ended with footage of dandelion seeds being blown away, we're here to try and help, and to confirm that n... more

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Looks Unfamiliar is a podcast in which writer and occasional broadcaster Tim Worthington talks to a guest about some of the things that they remember that nobody else ever seems to.

Joining Tim this time is writer Martin Fitzgerald, who's determined... more

Looks Unfamiliar is a podcast in which writer and occasional broadcaster Tim Worthington talks to a guest about some of the things that they remember that nobody else ever seems to.

Joining Tim this time is broadcaster Georgy Jamieson, trying to dis... more

Looks Unfamiliar is a podcast in which writer and occasional broadcaster Tim Worthington talks to a guest about some of the things that they remember that nobody else ever seems to.

Joining Tim this time is writer David Quantick, who's trying to avo... more

Looks Unfamiliar is a podcast in which writer and occasional broadcaster Tim Worthington talks to a guest about some of the things that they remember that nobody else ever seems to.

Joining Tim this time is broadcast historian Gareth Randall, who's ... more

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Recent Guests

Martin Fitzgerald
Writer and curator of the album club, guest on the episode
Writer/Curator
Episode: 141 - Martin Fitzgerald - Robert De Niro And Al Pacino Are Famously Not In Cool Runnings
David Quantick
Writer
Episode: 139 - David Quantick - We Were Excited Because We Saw Hugh Scully's Makeup Chair
Gareth Randall
The individual responsible for the trailer Gareth discusses in the episode
Episode: 138 - Gareth Randall - Tony Hart's Tin Machine
Mark Thompson
Political commentator
Episode: 137 - Mark Thompson - It's Great For Your Gel Pen Needs
Jim Sangster
Writer and historian discussing Mr. Benn and related shows
Independent writer/author
Episode: The Golden Age Of Children's TV - "Anything Of The Daleks"
Richard Littler
Illustrator interviewed about The Magic Ball and related visuals
Freelance illustrator
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Andy Miller
Writer, discussing Jackanory and its role in reading and television
Writer/Podcaster
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Rae Earl
Writer/illustrator discussing Camberwick Green and related shows
Author/illustrator
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Garreth Hirons
Writer and broadcaster discussing Banana Splits and broader pop culture
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Host

Tim Worthington
Host of Looks Unfamiliar

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 120 ratings
  • Latest episode

    Another delight - Tim’s encyclopedic knowledge combined with the guests’ passion and enthusiasm makes this a pure joy to listen to. Unashamed nostalgia at its best. Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChrisShawEggpod
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • More Female Guests

    This is a great podcast full of interesting insights and fab memories. I love that the history Tim wants to get more female guests on and plans to in the future. 😉

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Whitakers Whistle
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • … contient ce que Barthes appelait >>le grain<< …

    Great! Apart from the ones a) with female guests and b) featuring Mitch Benn. These are easily skipped.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Monsieur G.A. Lapie
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Where Nostalgia and Anemoia Meet

    It’s strange getting to the age when you start to realise that you aren’t remembering things the way they were, and this show is the perfect place to refresh memories you weren’t sure you really had. I discovered this after becoming disgruntled with the “new look” of the Scarred For Life podcast. If you were born anytime between 1965 and 1990, there’s probably going to be something here for you, but, speaking as a 70s baby, the sweet spot is 1970 to 1980. Excellent stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Apollo Cheecken
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Great

    Great podcast about obscure things from childhood and beyond.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Your Underpants
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Appeals to listeners aged 35–50 who remember pre-digital media vividly.
Nostalgia-focused and encyclopedic knowledge; great storytelling.
Some episodes show strong archival depth with sharp cultural observations.
More female guests would broaden perspectives, but the show remains rich in memories.

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135 - Tom Williamson - You Stick Them In And They Go FH-DNK
Q: Tom, what was going on with Duel and Propaganda, and what made it stand out?
Propaganda, a German band from Düsseldorf, released Duel under ZTT Records; the track had a cheery surface but rather dark lyrics, and it was used widely as a musical bed in radio and TV contexts, with a notable industrial version on the B-side. This mix of contrast and its cross-media presence helped it become a memorable, controversial hit.
135 - Tom Williamson - You Stick Them In And They Go FH-DNK
Q: Tom, what are you up to? Where can we find it?
I'm one half of the Retrospectacus podcast, a fairly infrequent podcast where we spend about 20 minutes talking about an episode of The Simpsons, and then another 20 minutes talking about an important historical event that happened roughly when the episode was broadcast.
The Golden Age Of Children's TV - Tim Worthington - Admittedly Some Are Wil Cwac Cwac
Q: Do you think these shows endure today?
Tim believes it varies on a case-by-case basis, noting that earlier episodes of Grange Hill feel more remote than shows like The Adventure Game.
The Golden Age Of Children's TV - Tim Worthington - Admittedly Some Are Wil Cwac Cwac
Q: What do you think of the Future Focus being a product of the time it was produced?
Tim thinks it's a bit of both, pointing out that a tipping point occurred due to societal changes and the popularity of programs like Tiswas.
The Golden Age Of Children's TV - "It's A Bit Like The A-ha Video"
Q: What is Emu's Broadcasting Company and why do you love it so much?
It had elements of affectionate satire, focusing on children's programing while incorporating elements from pop culture.

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Memory-forward discussions focused on overlooked or forgotten pop culture artifacts from past decades, often centered on television, advertising, music, and everyday ephemera. Episodes blend personal recollections, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and archival curiosity, with guests ranging from writers and broadcasters to musicians and historians. The conversation style tends to be immersive and nostalgic, offering context on how media memory shapes cultural identity while highlighting quirky, obscure momentos that people rarely see referenced elsewhere. A notable strength is the breadth of eras and formats explored, along with a willingness to chase archival gaps and the surprising ways old media still resonate today.

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1. Martin Fitzgerald
2. David Quantick
3. Gareth Randall
4. Mark Thompson
5. Jim Sangster
6. Richard Littler
7. Andy Miller
8. Rae Earl

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