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Pop Goes The Tam Tam

Tamsin Hartnell
Neighbours
Bridgerton
Hollyoaks
Emmerdale
The Other Bennet Sister
Neighbours (australian Soap Opera)
Italy
The Devil Wears Prada
The Hardacres
The Hunger Games
Outlander
Heated Rivalry
The Hunting Wives
Kyle Canning
Charmed (2018)
Scream (1996)
Spider-Man Brand New Day
Switch (TV Show)
Scream 2
Downton Abbey

Have you ever wanted to listen to someone you've never heard of talking about something you've only seen once?

If the answer is yes, then you have come to the right podcast.

Join me, the Tam Tam of the title, as I take a journey into my favourite pop culture moments with some of my favourite people.

With everything from Doctor Who to Neighbours, there's something for everyone here!

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We've hit the big 4!

To celebrate I am re-sharing some of our most iconic episodes.

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We are still taking a break and celebrating reaching 4 years on the airwaves (they haven't dragged me off yet).

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As I dodge Orca attack on my yacht 🛥 Jack again steps in to bring you this review of Spider-Man Brand New Day

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Elizabeth (Lizzie)
Guest from Dingle All The Way Podcast, expert on Emmerdale
Dingle All The Way Podcast
Episode: Pop Goes The Rewind - The Return of Robron 2.0 (Emmerdale)
Tamsin's Mum
Special guest introduced during the episode
Episode: A Good Girl's Guide to Murder Series 2 (Spoiler Discussion)
Josh Clarke
Guest from TV Repair Podge, discussed Summer and Sienna on Hollyoaks
TV Repair Podge
Episode: SUMMER/SIENNA Summer Ranger & Sienna Blake Hollyoaks (The Shipping Cruise)
Jimmy Jackson-Royd
Special guest reviewer
Unspecified
Episode: The Hunting Wives - Episode 1 (Discussion)
Waseem Mirza
Actor and journalist known for The War Between The Land & The Sea and Emmerdale
Episode: A Conversation with Waseem Mirza (The War Between The Land & The Sea/Emmerdale)
Tamsin's mom
Special guest invited to discuss the final weeks of Neighbours on the episode
Episode: Neighbours: 24th-27th November 2025
Allan Wood
Very special guest
Nights Yourself
Episode: Scream 2 (1997)

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Tam Tam
Host of Pop Goes The Tam Tam; leads discussions and guides pitch-style conversations.

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MCDEAN John-Paul McQueen & Craig Dean- Hollyoaks (The Shipping Cruise)
Q: Was the couple ultimately resolved in a satisfying way, or did the ending feel incomplete?
They discuss how the on-and-off nature and off-screen recasts left some fans unsatisfied, but acknowledge that the Dublin finale and the explicit growth of John-Paul's character provided a fitting, if bittersweet, culmination for their journeys.
MCDEAN John-Paul McQueen & Craig Dean- Hollyoaks (The Shipping Cruise)
Q: What made the McDean relationship stand out compared to other soap couples of that era?
The hosts explain that the combination of intense on-screen chemistry, the gradual and fraught coming-out narrative, and the willingness of Hollyoaks to push boundaries created a compelling, groundbreaking arc that felt both risky and relatable to viewers who were navigating their own identities.
CHELLY BONUS The Wedding - Chloe Brennan & Elly Conway Neighbours (The Shipping Cruise)
Q: Do you think the emphasis on Huntington's disease affected how viewers perceived the celebration?
Yes, the illness cast a heavy undertone over what should have been a celebratory moment, and some felt the focus on symptoms might have overshadowed the romance, suggesting the event could have been framed as a more hopeful turning point instead of a ruinous plot device.
CHELLY BONUS The Wedding - Chloe Brennan & Elly Conway Neighbours (The Shipping Cruise)
Q: What stood out most to you about the wedding staging and its setting?
The setup felt constrained and budget-conscious, with the ceremony taking place behind a garage canopy, which sparked discussion about design choices and whether a more traditional or expansive venue would have better served the moment.
The Other Bennet Sister (Full Series Review)
Q: What were some other standout moments for you?
The Gardners' London scenes and Mary's interactions with new characters provided meaningful emotional beats, while the depiction of Mr. Collins' marriage felt notably natural and nuanced compared to prior adaptations.

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This show centers on playful, pitch-style conversations about pop culture moments across TV and film, often reimagining or reframing familiar properties through collaborative brainstorming with guests. Episodes routinely blend critique with imaginative what-if thinking—think reboot pitches, casting ideas, and narrative world-building—while drawing on a broad mix of genres from British soaps to fantasy and blockbuster cinema. A standout pattern is the format's light, banter-forward energy paired with occasionally deep dives into character dynamics, lore consistency, and audience engagement, making it a good fit for listeners who enjoy both analysis and creative speculation. The lineup of guests tends to be media enthusiasts and industry-adja... more

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3. Josh Clarke
4. Jimmy Jackson-Royd
5. Waseem Mirza
6. Tamsin's mom
7. Allan Wood

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