Nostalgiahhh - Cult Films, TV and Media

As the third Avatar movie continues to bust the proverbial block, Roger Crow assesses The Way of Water and new film Fire and Ash, as well as basking in the bioluminescent glow of James Cameron’s career. Happy new year all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roger Crow has been a bit obsessed with Moonraker since 1979, and he’s willing to discuss it with anyone who will listen. In this case, writer and film producer Jonathan Sothcott, writer Tony Greenway and podcaster ‘Shameful’ Steve Noble.So strap yourselves in for a breakdown of the highlights, the ‘midlights’’, and the other stuff.Plus, in a bonus supporting feature, Rog and Steve assess Fantastic Four: First Steps, one of the comic book conversions of the year.Moonraker is available on streaming platforms like Amazon Prime, or you can naturally buy it on iTunes or on physical media - DVD, Blu-ray, 4K (probably) - but not Betamax or 1983 Laserdisc. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tony Greenway and Roger Crow pay tribute to Rob Reiner, one of Hollywood’s best-loved and now much-missed actors and directors who blazed a trail in the eighties with This Is Spinal Tap, The Sure Thing, Stand By Me, The Princess Bride and When Harry Met Sally. He also scored 1990s hits with the likes of Misery, A Few Good Men, and The American President. One of a few good men in Tinseltown whose movies went to 11. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when you ask Nation Radio’s Alex Duffy; Shogun film producer Jonathan Sothcott; Spitting Image vocal legend Steve Nallon; film producer Rosie Fellner; comedy icon Bernie Clifton, Hammer scream queen Judy Matheson, and movie director Sam Clemens about their favourite Christmas movies? Podcast magic, that’s what. Roger Crow chats with all of the above, and a few other guest stars, in the new Nostalgiahhh pod.Alex Duffy can be heard weekdays on the Nation Radio breakfast show. https://www.nationplayer.com/nation-radio-yorkshire/Jonathan Sothcott//Shogun's new movie, Doctor Plague (with Martin Kemp) is released in January.Steve Nallon's Ghost Stories is out now in paperback, as is Bernie Clifton's autobiography, From Crackerjack to Vegas.Sam Clemens' movie The Drowned, and Rosie Fellner's movie The Uninvited are available on all good streaming platforms.Tony and Betsy Greenway's vlog Bonding with Dad can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VpmSDcwpLO8Steve Noble can be heard in the Bristol Cult Film Society Cult Film Podcast Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From rags to ostriches, Bernie Clifton has been making generations laugh for decades. Roger Crow caught up with the man who helped make 1970s Crackerjack must-see TV, and wound up taking his unique brand of comic lunacy to Las Vegas.You can read all about that in his autobiography, available at http://www.bernieclifton.co.uk/and see the man himself on tour in 2026. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vernon Wells was appearing in a play in Australia when George Miller decided to cast him in Mad Max 2. The role of feral psychopath Wez changed his life as Hollywood bosses loved the movie and his character. What he thought would be 15 minutes of fame turned into a 40-plus year career. Roger Crow talks to the amiable Aussie about The Road Warrior, Innerspace, Commando, Weird Science, and how he made a new life in America. With Stranger Things 5 dominating the box, there’s also a fabulous version of Running Up That Hill by an Oklahoma songstress. And culled from a 1983 C-120 cassette tape, an anonymous comedy advert for ‘Snack Shack’, which has survived the ravages of time rather well. If anyone knows its origin or artist, feel free to comment. As ever, thanks for listening and feel free to leave positive vibes, comments, and/or ratings, because this show is nothing without you. Cheesy but true. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙️ New Episode Drop!This week on the podcast, Roger Crow welcomes back Spitting Image legend, master puppeteer, and vocal chameleon Steve Nallon, who’s stepping out from behind the latex to dive into something even more unexpected… ghost stories.In this wonderfully witty conversation, Steve talks about his new book, Steve Nallon’s Ghost Stories—a collection that blends eerie imagination with his trademark theatrical flair. Expect spine-tingling inspirations from his life in performance. If you love comedy, storytelling, the supernatural, or simply hearing from one of Britain’s most distinctive voices, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.🎧 Tune in now—before the ghosts do.Steve Nallon's Ghost Stories: Twelve Spooky Tales of Supernatural Strangeness and Weirdly Wonderful Goings On https://amzn.eu/d/bQpELbcmusic: Northern Velvet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s that time of year again when the masses descend on theatre land for a good laugh, but what makes a good panto? Roger Crow chats with Brendan Cole, Corrie legend Sue Cleaver, and comedy titan Paul Chuckle. Sue and Paul can be seen in Beauty and the Beast at Hull New Theatre from December 10-31, 2025. Oh yes they can. https://www.hulltheatres.co.uk/theatre-events/beauty-and-the-beastIntro: Dexy’s Midnight Runners (obviously). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steve Nallon is a vocal chameleon and master puppeteer whose performances blend razor-sharp wit with uncanny mimicry. Best known for his iconic turn as Margaret Thatcher on Spitting Image, Nallon brings characters to life with a magician’s precision—whether through voice, movement, or mischievous satire. His talents stretch from stage to screen, animation to audiobook, delivering performances that are as clever as they are captivating. A natural storyteller with a performer’s spark, Steve Nallon turns imitation into an art form and puppetry into pure theatrical delight, always surprising audiences with his inventive, shape-shifting creativity.Music by Northern Velvet, and Jake Thackray.You can buy Steve Nallon's Ghost Stories: Twelve Spooky Tales of Supernatural Strangeness and Weirdly Wonderful Goings Onon Amazon and reputable book dealers. More of which in Nostalgiahhh 22. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you’ve seen Bros: After the Screaming Stops, one of my favourite documentaries of the past 20 years, you’ll know that at one point, Bros were one of the biggest bands in the world. Certainly in Blighty, where they attracted Beatles or Take That-levels of fandom. I was never a fan back in the day, though I liked their iconic bangers. Hard to avoid them as in the late eighties, Matt and Luke Goss were everywhere, their faces adorning countless magazines and merch. What was really interesting was what happened after the band’s brightest moments of chart stardom. I was fascinated that Luke went off and became one of the hardest working actors in Hollywood, and if Guillermo del Toro loves an actor like Luke, all the more reason to praise him where it was due. And the fact Matt had 11 years in Las Vegas is extraordinary. Some acts would have trouble holding down a residency for 11 days, so when the chance came to see him live, it was a no-brainer. Give me The Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra with any artist and I’m a happy camper, and that big band sound is phenomenal. And boy does Matt deliver on the promises he made. This is our chat from before that gig in April 2023, and it turned out to be one of the most interesting and honest interviews I’ve had in 30+ years. Thanks to Matt for his time. To find out more, go to https://mattgoss.la/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to another edition of Nostalgiahhh, and what a treat to chat to an actress who has starred in some of the greatest projects of the last 30 years, including The Fast Show, and The Trip/The Trip to Italy. Now she’s an acclaimed producer, and has attracted white-hot talent like Rufus Sewell, Pedro Pascal and Walton Goggins for her latest project. So, drum roll please…Roger Crow talks to producer Rosie Fellner about her new film, THE UNINVITED, which is now streaming via https://theuninvited.movie/Music is provided by the magnificent Northern Velvet. https://www.northernvelvet.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nostalgiahhh 18Welcome to another helping of chat, trivia, tunes and movie-related shenanigans from a guy dubbed by BBC Radio Kent: “Roger Crow - the man in the know”. (Still not sure why they used the Bergerac theme for three years as an intro to my weekly TV breakdown, but happy days regardless). Back to the present, and in the concluding part of a chat with ILM veteran Mark Siegel, he talks about some of his most memorable film projects, including Star Trek: The Motion Picture and David Lynch’s Dune, and how his hand wound up on a US postage stamp. Mark can also be seen in a film by insanely talented siblings Claire and Anthony Bueno. In Nostalgiahhh 18, they discuss their book and documentary Cleanin’ Up the Town, essential assessments of the making of the original Ghostbusters, and a must for fans of the greatest supernatural comedy saga ever made. Here's the Bueno Productions website, if you want to learn more.https://buenoproductions.comAn online Watch Party of Cleanin' Up the Town, a screening of the film with commentary by the filmmakers, including a preview of new project Too Hot to Handle: Remembering Ghostbusters II, takes place on Saturday 29th November 2025 at 7.30pm GMT. The book, Cleanin' Up the Town, can be found at https://buenoproductions.com/product/cleanin-up-the-town-remembering-ghostbusters-book-copy/And is also available on Amazon (the popular online ‘bookstore’ - you may have heard of it). Your host also welcomes you to the jungle for a look back on the making of the original Predator. The full version by Roger Crow can be found in Infinity magazine. https://infinitymagazine.co.uk/product/infinity-89-hunting-the-predator/Thanks as always to Northern Velvet for the music. https://www.northernvelvet.co.uk/Garage Band audio noodlings by Roger Crow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roger Crow talks to actress Judy Matheson about her incredible career, from rep to Hammer movies, Crossroads, The Professionals, Citizen Smith and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Park Avenue co-writer director Gabby Dellal talks about that new movie, working on Netflix smash You, and her next projects.Actress Judy Matheson discusses her amazing career, from rep, to Hammer to Crossroads and working with John Sullivan and The Professionals.In the first of a two-part chat, ILM veteran Mark Siegel discusses his incredible career.California Dreaming cover provided by Northern Velvet. https://www.northernvelvet.co.uk/You can see Richard Osman’s House of Games every weekday night at 6pm on BBC Two, for the rest of your life, allegedly.Judy Matheson will be guesting at Darkfest on November 22. https://thedarksidemagazine.com/product/darkfest-8/PARK AVENUE is in UK & Irish cinemas 14th November parkavenuemovie.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From The Pink Panther saga, and 1970s disaster movies to part two of an exclusive chat with Men Without Hats’ Ivan, Doroschuk, there’s more eclectic nostalgic goodness here than a root through your mind attic.Adam Buxton’s chat with Thomas Dolby can be found here. https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-adam-buxton-podcast/id1040481893?i=1000396896059Henry Mancini’s Pink Panther score can be purchased from iTunes and other good music outlets, as can The Last of the Mohicans score, featuring Clannad’s I Will Find You. You can also buy the Airport movies and Beyond the Poseidon Adventure from the same site should you want to.And yes, you can also buy Men Without Hats’ new album, On the Moon, from the same site. There is no known cure for I Love the 80s. Once it’s in your head, that’s it.https://www.northernvelvet.co.uk/ for more info about that fabulous band. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I remember so much fun, Back in 1981. Ain’t no place I’d rather be. Except for 1983”. Men Without Hats are back, and they’re better than ever. In the first of an exclusive two-part chat, Roger Crow talks to singer/songwriter Ivan Doroschuk about the immortal 1980s smash, Safety Dance. Men Without Hats’ new album, On the Moon, is released this month (November), and ‘I Love the 80s’ is an instant classic. Thanks to Ivan for the Nostalgiahhh jingle. https://www.safetydance.com/Thirty years after Star Trek Voyager launched, ‘Doctor’ Robert Picardo reflects on the show in a vintage chat. That series is streaming on Paramount+. It’s a decade since The Mentalist finished, so there will also be an archive interview with star Robin Tunney about that show. That’s streaming on Amazon Prime and NOW. From 2018, Jay Osmond discusses Crazy Horses, and why it was so liberating for the band. You can of course buy that on iTunes, and all good music outlets. There’s a tribute to Brian May, 50 years after the release of Bohemian Rhapsody. (Queen fan Roger Crow had a chat with the woman who knows him best in 2018). All Queen music can be bought from reputable music outlets. Plus, as Celebrity Traitors nears its finale, fans Angela Bradley and Rachael Popow assess the state of play. That can be seen on BBC One and iPlayer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roger Crow presents part two of the chat with Jessica Martin, who addresses her Dr Who experiences and meeting with Barbra Streisand. The multi-talented Keith Alexander Buckley discusses his amazing career, and lending vocals to assorted Gerry Anderson shows. Plus, a review of Inside No 9: Stage Fright, currently on a UK tour, and music by Northern Velvet. Young Frankenstein can be seen at Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester. https://www.northernvelvet.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

in the first of a two-part interview, Roger Crow talks to singer/actress/impressionist and graphic novelist Jessica Martin about her role in the stage version of Young Frankenstein, which can be seen at Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester. She also discusses her amazing career.The Unclear Option addresses the key problem with Kathryn Bigelow’s brilliantly annoying A House of Dynamite, which can be seen on Netflix.And as The Celebrity Traitors nears its finale on BBC One, superfans Angela Bradley and Rachael Popow assess one of must-see shows of the autumn. (Contains spoilers).Dean Friedman’s Lucky Stars is available on iTunes, and all good music dispensers.Mel Brooks’ movie Young Frankenstein, Wargames, and RoboCop can be purchased from all good digital and physical movie outlets.For more information on the stage version of Young Frankenstein:https://hopemilltheatre.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a show bursting at the seams with amazing celebs, we have not only a halloween special featuring some of the finest guests from the past few weeks offering their pick of the best Halloween movies, but also contributions from Star Wars veteran Jack Klaff, and impressionist, illustrator and Young Frankenstein stage star Jessica Martin. She will be a special guest in a future episode. There’s also a chat with James Marquand, writer and director of new film The Partisan, and son of much-missed Return of the Jedi director Richard Marquand. And with new movie Tron: Ares busting the proverbial block, I take a trip to the digital archives and dust off an interview with Bruce Boxleitner. Naturally he discusses the Tron movies, but also his work on TV favourites Bring ‘Em Back Alive, The Scarecrow and Mrs King, and Babylon 5. With thanks to Jack Klaff, Jonathan Sothcott, Babs Morgan, Sam Clemens, Marshall Julius, Jessica Martin, Mike Holoway, Bruce Boxleitner and anyone else I missed. The Partisan' starring Morgane Polanski & Malcolm McDowell is on digital 27 Oct, followed by DVD release on 15 Dec.For more info on Bill Ward’s book, go to:https://www.kozubooks.com/books-new/immersive-by-bill-wardFor info on The Shawshank Redemption play, go to:https://www.kenwright.com/productions/shawshank-redemption-2025-2026-tour/Young Frankenstein can be seen at Hope Mill Theatre, Manchesterhttps://hopemilltheatre.co.uk/event/young-frankenstein/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For 34 years, two Bond fans have debated the merits of On Her Majesty’s Secret Service. Now Tony Greenway and Roger Crow discuss the pros and cons of George Lazenby’s only turn as 007. Yes, there’s no time to Di-ana Rigg another day, as we take the Piz, Gloria, while reflecting on the first time we saw it on Telly, Savalas. And from Lazenby to Space Lazer Battles, Agent Crow chats to Warren Ringham, the founder and manager of Q The Music - one of the world's most acclaimed James Bond Concerts & Orchestras. From Tomorrow Never Dies’ White Knight to Casino Royale’s African Rundown, two 007 aficionados pay tribute to John Barry, David Arnold and even Bill Conti. So grab a tipple of choice, settle back and prepare to be shaken and stirred by almost an hour of double oh heaven. Music clips courtesy of Warren and Q The Music. For info and tickets, go to https://qthemusicshow.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Continuing his chat with Star Wars veteran Jack Klaff, Roger Crow asks the multi-talented actor about time travel. Sarah ‘Babs’ Morgan talks 1992 BBC Halloween classic Ghostwatch, and chooses her favourite October 31st movie. In the second of three chats, actor Bill Ward discusses surfing, photography and his new book Immersive, which combines the two passions. Plus, homages to Wayne’s World 2’s Ralph Brown, the glorious madness of Helen Reddy’s 50-year-old smash Angie Baby, and reviews of new British comedy Time Travel is Dangerous, and Abel Ferrara’s controversial Ms .45 as it debuts on 4K UHD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first of a two-part interview, Roger Crow talks to actor and writer Jack Klaff about Space: 1999, Star Wars, For Your Eyes Only, and TV hit Mobland.Mike Holoway chooses his Halloween movie and favourite TV series.And in the first of a two-part chat, Coronation Street veteran and photographer Bill Ward talks about starring in the stage version of Stephen King novella, The Shawshank Redemption.Thanks to Jack for the impressive jingle vocals. The Shawshank Redemption is on a UK tour, and can be seen at Hull NewTheatre from October 21. Bill’s new book, Immersive, is out soon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roger Crow talks to The Drowned director Sam Clemens about his favourite Halloween movies; chats with Mike Holoway about pending gigs,The Tomorrow People, Flintlock, and the attack which left him needing multiple operations on his eye. Plus, your host and Babs Morgan pay tribute to Diane Keaton and Terence Stamp. It truly is “bonkernuts”. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roger Crow reviews new book Making Monsters, and chats to co-author Marshall Julius about his amazing collection. Rog dusts off an interview with Oscar-winning effects genius Phil Tippett, who discusses his extraordinary labour of love, decades in the making, Mad God. And writer/director Sam Clemens - creator of new movie The Drowned - discusses his dad Brian’s 1970s series Thriller; the possibility of more eps of The Avengers, and working with the much-missed Paul O’Grady on an audio version of an Avengers comic book. Plus, one of the greatest American rock stars many Brits have never heard of - David Cook. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first of a two-part interview, Roger Crow talks to writer/director Samuel Clemens about his new film The Drowned, and the art of sound in movies; Marshall Julius discusses zombie films, and there’s a look through the TV archives at Kojak, EastEnders, Coronation Street, and The Weakest Link. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roger Crow chats to broadcaster and author Marshall Julius about his new book, Making Monsters; discusses the Predator universe with ‘Shameful’ Steve Noble; visits the Mallorca hotel where Coronation Street was shot in 1974, and reflects on a little-remembered George Baker sitcom from John Esmonde and Bob Larbey. Plus, Steve offers movie tips for Halloween viewing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roger Crow continues his chat with ‘Shameful’ Steve Noble, this time addressing more Alien Earth; Dan O’Bannon; Lifeforce; the careers of Rik Mayall and Adrian Edmondson; action figures and more. Plus, a look at British comedies on holidays, and in Mallorca, Rachel,Crow assesses the enduring appeal of Dirty Dancing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first of a two-parter, Roger Crow chats with ‘Shameful’ Steve Noble about the Alien saga, Alien Earth, Ridley Scott, and more. Plus, a teaser about namesake characters, and a tribute to Blake’s 7 legend Paul Darrow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Halloween approaches, Roger Crow talks to producer Jonathan Sothcott about killer clowns; his new movie Helloween, and Roger Moore classic The Man Who Haunted Himself. Your host also talks Starsky and Hutch at 50, and Alien: Earth. Plus, a bonus from the archives involving an unlikely Carry On star. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roger Crow and Babs Morgan pay tribute the now much-missed Robert Redford. Rog will also be reflecting on the calorific ‘net sensation Beard MeatsFood; all round rock/pop/acting legend David Essex, and the feelgood magic of Sandy Duncan on The Muppet Show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.