The Luxury Podcast

Luckily, we're not Channel 4, we're The Luxury Podcast so do please sit back on the sofa (hopefully a direct replica to one of the ones from Sandringham House) and listen to William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith's biting analysis of the fifth episode of the third series of the BBC's Keeping Up Appearances. And if that wasn't enough, brace yourself for our new feature 'Bin Bag Chat'.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dust off the holiday brochures and pour yourself another cup of aromatic nut-roasted special, it's time for a stellar analysis of an equally stellar episode of the 1990s BBC sitcom Keeping Up Appearances. William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith invite Bucketheads up and down the land, and especially Delia Wheelwright, to contemplate holidaying on a luxury cruise or the Orient Express.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Naked lady glassware, congas in the garden and gun-shy bitches. What does this episode not have? William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith have packed up their favourite ornaments and decamped to Violet's Country Cottage for their analysis of the third episode of series three of the BBC's Keeping Up Appearances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's time for William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith to pick apart the second episode of series three of the BBC's Keeping Up Appearances in their luxury podcast. Richard's up a tree, walking with a mincing gait and upside down with rubber soles on display. Naturally, Hyacinth, William and Jonathan are appalled, as would Sheridan be if he were here.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Time to dust off the periwinkles as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith return for the third series of the best podcast ever to come out of Binley Woods. This week, the Bucket Heads discuss the first episode of series three of the BBC’s Keeping Up Appearances. There’s Richard’s enforced early retirement, the merits of milk from Lord Crawford’s Scottish estate, as well some very controversial views on coloured bathroom linens.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Something was in the water for the cast of Keeping Up Appearances back in 1991 when this episode was recorded. And whatever was going around then has come around again as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith's discussion of the episode takes on a similarly anarchic tone. Settle down with a glass of mulled wine and a hot mince pie and enjoy this festive spesh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For the last time in series two, here come William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith with Hyacinth's tuna mayonnaise. The chaps discuss the last episode of Keeping Up Appearances second series, their personal taste in pyjamas and picnics while reflecting on the series as a whole. But don't forget to join us next week for the Christmas spesh! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode would also have the royal warrant (on both sides) if Her Majesty heard it. That said, it is probably best she doesn’t hear it. (You’ll find out why.) Join the biggest of bucket heads, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith, as they discuss the penultimate episode of series 2 of Keeping Up Appearances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Unlike Hyacinth's view on bathrooms, podcasts should be both seen and heard. Accordingly, in the eighth episode of Keeping Up Appearances The Luxury Podcast, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss Daddy's overspending at the local toy store and Mrs Bucket's brother-in-law dressing up like a jockey and riding around on a horse named Thunderbolt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the seventh episode of our Luxury Podcast William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss Hyacinth's forcible instance on singing for the old people with Emmet from next door accompanying her on the piano: it's less of a fun afternoon out and more a hostage situation. The chaps also discuss William's teenage campanology and Jonathan's own early retirement plans in Spain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hyacinth is unusually excited to celebrate her brother-in-law’s birthday, although that may be due to Rose’s latest gentleman friend being a Greek shipping millionaire. Join William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith for their sixth episode discussion of this series 2 episode of Keeping Up Appearances. And if you, like so many, have spent many sleepless nights wondering what type of hearse Jonathan and William want for their funerals, then this episode is for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've reached the halfway point for the second series of Keeping Up Appearances and, yet again, Hyacinth Bucket is having problems with her family. Daddy's heavily sedated and gone astray and Hyacinth's slovenly sister Daisy is admiring her sink. In our fifth episode of The Luxury Podcast, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss their own sink cleaning routines (yes, really) while debating the pros and cons of the episode.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hyacinth and Richard are off to a country house hotel for a weekend of golf - or avoiding the Major, as it happens. Alas, the problematic army-type is only interested in getting a hole in one of another kind. William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss the fourth episode of Keeping Up Appearances's second series, as well as their own hotel check-in checklists. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s a big day at Waney Elm as Hyacinth freshly presses her sage green napkins and polishes the solid silver self cleaning sauce separator in readiness for Emmet’s first candlelight supper. Hyacinth’s as excited as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith - both no strangers to hosting executive evening soirées - even if William has previously insulted JVS’s Chantilly cream. Pour yourself a fresh cup of aromatic nut roasted special and settle down to enjoy a discussion of the third episode of series two of Keeping Up Appearances.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hyacinth and Richard prepare to chauffeur the sister of someone who married a Baronet, prompting William Hanson to ask if anyone knows what a Baronet is and Jonathan Vernon-Smith to ask if anyone cares. Well, Hyacinth cares. She and her long-suffering husband spring into action and fire up the Rover 216 to collect the elderly Mrs Fortescue, but - as ever - things don't quite go to plan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Luxury Podcast returns for Series 2 of Keeping Up Appearances, as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith continue their journey through the hit 90s BBC sitcom. In the words of JVS, the second spell of episodes is when this series really starts 'cooking on gas', and it's no different for the podcast. Hyacinth Bucket is shocked to find a strange man outside Elizabeth's door which begins a journey of discovery for the true identity of this mystery male. And it's Jonathan who has his own tales of shocking neighbours, stories that if Hyacinth were to hear them would really send her into a tizz! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the final episode of the first series of Keeping Up Appearances, Hyacinth and Richard attend the baptism of Daisy and Onslow’s granddaughter while emerging from a hippy caravanette.  William inadvertently reveals his parents’ household security measures and Jonathan explains the fascinating ins and outs of how cash cards once worked.  To watch-along with William and Jonathan, make sure you watch the sixth episode of the first series of Keeping Up Appearances before listening to this podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hyacinth’s sister Daisy decides bagging Angelina Jolie’s first husband may just get her Onslow’s attention - but does it work?  William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith lament for Hyacinth at the poor treatment she faces by her peers and question the plot of an episode that doesn't always seem to make a whole lick of sense.  To join in with the fun listen to this podcast after watching the corresponding episode of the first series of Keeping Up Appearances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s Hyacinth and Elizabeth’s day in the charity shop for the fourth episode of the first series of Keeping Up Appearances.  But while Hyacinth is trying to tackle Councillor Mrs Nugent (and a garden wall) Elizabeth seems distracted about sex. William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss a tender moment between Hyacinth and husband Richard and they share their own charity shop adventures. To watch-along with William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith, make sure you watch the fourth episode of the first series of Keeping Up Appearances before listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hyacinth and Richard visit a stately home - or, as co-host William Hanson insists ‘an historic house’.  The third episode of the show has the lady of the house try to rub shoulders with the aristocracy, but - as ever - coming unstuck.  During our presenter’s discussion of the third episode, Jonathan Vernon-Smith learns the crucial difference between a GIF and a meme.  To watch-along with us, make sure you watch the third episode of the first series of Keeping Up Appearances before listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hyacinth Bucket, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith welcome the new vicar for tea and light refreshments in the second episode of the sitcom and podcast.  Jonathan’s vicar is quite different from Hyacinth’s by the sound of it and William’s caught between horror and hysterics at Jonathan’s childhood anecdotes about peep-toe sling-backs. To watch-along with William and Jonathan, make sure you watch the second episode of the first series of Keeping Up Appearances before listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith guide you through the very first episode of the hit BBC sitcom Keeping Up Appearances. They discuss the introduction to Hyacinth Bucket (pronounced bouquet), the accident's their own father's have been involved in and they analyse the downfall of the humble landline telephone. To watch-along with William and Jonathan, make sure you watch the first episode of the first series of Keeping Up Appearances before listening to this podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Keeping Up Appearances: The Luxury Podcast, the podcast all about Keeping Up Appearances and the world of Hyacinth Bucket. Join William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith in this teaser episode as they take you through the 10 things they love - and they think you'll love - about the sitcom's leading light, Hyacinth Bucket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.