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PODCAST

Old Mates New Laughs Podcast

BMA Productions

Welcome to the Old Mates, New Laughs Podcast page – a place for those of us who grew up in the 80s, survived the 90s, and are now wondering how the hell we got to middle age so fast!We’ve been mates for 40 years, which means we’ve seen it all – from dodgy 80s haircuts and 90s Britpop, to the joys (and struggles) of being responsible adults (sort of). Our podcast is all about looking back, laughing at ourselves, and figuring out how we got here. Expect nostalgia, bad jokes, and a healthy dose of

comedy improv

All Episodes

1:20:29

Fighting Fantasy: The Forest of Doom – Part One

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2025/09/25

The Fighting Fantasy journey continues! This week the Old Mates crack open Book 3: The Forest of Doom. Armed with dice, questionable decision-making, and zero survival skills, we plunge headfirst into a deadly woodland full of monsters, traps, and absurd situations.Will we find the pieces of the legendary Warhammer of Stonebridge? Or will we just end up getting eaten by something with too many teeth?As always, expect nonsense, nostalgia, and plenty of laughs along the way – plus What Did We Learn

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1:05:13

90s TV Part 2: The Best of the Rest

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2025/09/18

We couldn’t stop at just a Top 5. The 90s gave us too much good telly – so in this episode, we’re talking about the Best of the Rest. The shows that didn’t quite make our main lists, but definitely deserve their place in TV history.From kids’ shows that shaped our mornings, to cult late-night hits, to the truly weird and wonderful stuff you only got in the 90s, we’re covering it all. Expect dodgy theme tunes, deep nostalgia, and a few “oh yeahhh I remember that!” moments.Plus, we’ve got What Did We

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1:19:28

Our Top 5 TV Shows of the 90s

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2025/09/11

The boys are back with a nostalgia-packed countdown of their Top 5 TV shows of the 90s! From Saturday morning classics and after-school staples to late-night guilty pleasures, we each share the shows that defined our childhood and teenage years. Expect awe, laughter, and maybe a few questionable choices along the way.Plus, we’ve got “What Did We Learn This Week?”, and of course Andy’s One Star Film Review to round things off.What’s in your own 90s TV top 5? Let us know at oldmatesnewlaughs@gmail.com

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1:06:10

Fighting Fantasy Adventure #2: Citadel of Chaos - Part 2

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2025/09/04

We’re back inside the Citadel of Chaos for Part 2 of our Fighting Fantasy adventure! 🎲Expect spells mishaps, questionable decisions, and the kind of heroic bravery only three old mates can muster… badly. Will we conquer the citadel, or end up as a cautionary tale in the footnotes of history?Tune in for: ⚔️ Monsters that shouldn’t be messed with (but we do anyway) 🎙️ Banter that derails faster than Andy on a night out 😂 Chaos, laughs, and maybe even victory (don’t count on it)Grab your dice,

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58:59

Fighting Fantasy Adventure #2: Into the Citadel of Chaos

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2025/08/28

Sharpen your pencils and ready your dice – the Old Mates are diving headfirst into Fighting Fantasy: The Citadel of Chaos!In this first part of our adventure through Steve Jackson’s legendary gamebook, Brendan takes up the mantle of Gamesmaster, leading Andy and Mike through perilous corridors, strange encounters, and some very questionable decision-making.Expect plenty of nostalgic laughs, chaotic dice rolls, and more tangents than a maths lesson, as we rediscover the joy (and occasional

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1:13:52

Fireside Footy Chat: Favourite Players, Goals & Why...

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2025/08/22

This week the Old Mates kick back for a proper fireside chat about the beautiful game. We dive into why we support the teams we do, who our favourite players are, the most disappointing flops, and the goals that gave us goosebumps. A relaxed, nostalgic episode for football fans of every stripe.Football isn’t just about what happens on the pitch—it’s about the memories, the heartbreaks, and the heroes who make us fall in love with the game. In this week’s episode, the lads get together for a

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1:11:52

Premier League 25/26 Predictions: Champions, Chokers...

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2025/08/14

The Premier League is back — which means it’s time for our annual tradition of making predictions that will almost certainly come back to haunt us.In this episode, we get stuck into:Who’s lifting the trophy 🏆 (and who’s bottling it)Which three clubs are heading for the drop 🚪The underdogs ready to shock everyone 🐺The first manager to get the sack 👋Along the way, expect the usual mix of football banter, off-topic nonsense, and full-scale disagreements. Plus, Andy’s latest One Star Film Review —

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1:17:05

90s Fashion... reliving curtains, cargo pants, and...

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2025/08/07

This week the lads are getting fitted. From baggy jeans to belly tops, and everything in between, it’s time to talk 90s fashion.Which trends were iconic, and which were just tragic? Who thought tracky bottoms with boat shoes was a good idea? And why did we all look like we were heading to a rave... even at school?Plus:What Did We Learn This Week?Andy’s One Star Film Review (a particularly stylish choice this week)Throw on your Kappa trackies and join us for another hit of nostalgia, laughter, and

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1:17:26

Tech of the 1990s

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2025/07/31

Before smartphones and streaming, there were Tamagotchis, floppy disks, and printers that ruined lives. This week, the lads explore the golden age of 90s Tech—a time when internet came with a song, phones had snake, and burning a CD was the ultimate romantic gesture. Plus: What did we learn this week? And Andy’s One-Star Film Review returns with a vengeance.Follow us, Like, and Subscribe on our website or socials...Website - https://shows.acast.com/old-mates-new-laughs-podcastFacebook -

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1:08:54

Chat Rooms, Chaos, and Crashing the Family PC - The...

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2025/07/24

Welcome to Episode 23 of Old Mates New Laughs! This week, we log back into the wild world of the early internet, back when you had to ask your mum to hang up the phone so you could go online.Join Brendan, Andy, and Mike as they remember the pixelated glory days of MSN Messenger, illegal LimeWire downloads, and dodgy chat room confessions. From the screech of dial-up to sneaky sessions at internet cafés, it’s all here in full nostalgic glory.Expect chaotic stories, questionable tech decisions, and a

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1:34:42

The Warlock of Firetop Mountain – Part 2: Dungeon Mayhem

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2025/07/17

You’ve rolled a 1 for sanity, and a natural 20 for nostalgia!This week, it’s the thrilling conclusion of our chaotic journey through the legendary Fighting Fantasy book: The Warlock of Firetop Mountain.🎲 Mike’s still rolling like his life depends on it📖 Brendan’s desperately trying to keep the story on track😵 And Andy’s mostly just trying not to die laughing (again)Will we find the treasure? Will we survive the Warlock’s wrath? Will we finally figure out how these stats work?It’s the end of a

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1:29:33

Fighting Fantasy - The Warlock of Firetop Mountain –...

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2025/07/10

This week, Brendan, Mike, and Andy roll the dice and take their first bold steps into the legendary 80s choose-your-own-adventure world of Fighting Fantasy.Join the boys as they crack open The Warlock of Firetop Mountain and plunge into the depths of a dungeon full of traps, trolls, treasure, and total confusion. With Brendan narrating, Andy attempting strategy, and Mike making wildly chaotic predictions—what could possibly go wrong?Whether you're a fan of fantasy, grew up on Fighting Fantasy books,

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1:13:32

Secondary School: Part 2 – Teachers, Work Experience...

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2025/07/03

In this follow-up to last week’s nostalgic romp, the OMNL crew are back in the corridors of chaos that were UK secondary schools in the 90s. Brendan, Andy, and Mike relive parents evening, teachers, and those iconic lunch times football matches.We’re talking classroom crushes, legendary teachers (for better or worse), and even a few shocking confessions that never made the school newsletter. Plus, Andy’s back with another absolute stinker in his 1-Star Film Review and we wrap things up with a peek

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1:02:17

Back to School – Part One: Blazers, Bullies & Bants

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2025/06/26

In this first of our two-part deep dive into UK secondary school life, Brendan, Andy, and Mike roll back the years to talk about what it was really like growing up in British schools during the early 90s. From questionable friendships and terrifying headteachers, to playground politics, lunchtime antics, and the early whirllwind romances that left more questions than answers—this episode is full of memories, laughs, and more than a few "Did that really happen?!" moments.Expect banter, bafflement,

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1:08:57

The Big 80s Wrap-Up: End of An Era

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2025/06/19

We’ve laughed, we’ve cringed, and we’ve remembered more than we probably should – now it’s time to wrap up the 1980s the only way we know how: with sarcasm, nostalgia, and a fair bit of Wotsit dust.In this episode, your favourite trio of vaguely traumatised 80s kids take a final stroll down memory lane. We’re revisiting some of our favourite topics – from the tech that blew our minds (and sometimes blew up), to the fashion choices that haunt us still. There’s music, telly, toys, school dinners, and

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1:05:29

"Are We There Yet?" - 80s Summer Holidays

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2025/06/12

Get your armbands on and your Calippos ready – this week, we’re diving headfirst into 80s summer holidays!From boiling hot car rides with no air con, to Butlin’s bunk beds, to sand in places sand should never be – it’s a sun-soaked, seaside-scented trip down memory lane.We’re swapping stories about vomit on coaches, dodgy camping, and the smell of coconut sun cream mixed with regret. It’s all here in Episode 17: Are We Nearly There Yet? – grab a lolly and join us on the road trip back in

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1:20:42

Man Up? No Thanks. - Men's Health Awareness

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2025/06/05

This week, the Old Mates take a moment to get real. We’re talking Men’s Health Awareness Week — from dodgy doctors appointments to emotional check-ins, gym stories to why we STILL don’t go to the doctors.We’re mixing heartfelt honesty with our usual sarcastic nonsense, and hoping to open a few ears (and minds) along the way. If you've ever ignored a weird mole, felt awkward asking for help, or been told to just "man up" — this one’s for you.We're not experts, just three mates talking about life. But

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1:16:17

Hot Takes & The Hills We’ll Die On

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2025/05/29

In Episode 15, the gang dives headfirst into the world of Hot Takes and The Hills We’ll Die On. From when to drink hot drinks to wearing pyjamas in public debates, nothing is off limits. Brendan, Andy, and Mike spar with their strongest opinions—some you’ll agree with, some you won’t—but all guaranteed to get you talking. Join us for laughs, banter, and a few surprising twists. What’s your hill to die on? Tune in and let’s find out!Got your own hot takes? Let us know!@OldMatesNewLaughs | 📩

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57:32

Eurovision Part 2 – Sequins, Shenanigans & Political...

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2025/05/22

In Part 2 of our Eurovision extravaganza, the boys dive into the glittery chaos of performances, political voting, and some downright wild trivia from years gone by. From the unforgettable to the unexplainable, Brendan, Andy, and Mike pull back the sequined curtain and continue their laugh-filled look at Europe’s most gloriously bizarre night of the year.Expect chaos, controversy, and a few high notes... sorry!Got your own favourite Eurovision moment? Let us know!@OldMatesNewLaughs | 📩

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1:03:29

Eurovision Part One: Origins, Icons, & Controversial...

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2025/05/15

Get ready to wave your flags and roll your eyes – Old Mates, New Laughs is diving headfirst into the gloriously bonkers world of Eurovision! In this first half of our double-episode special, Brendan, Andy and Mike rewind to relive some of the wildest controversies, iconic performers, and discuss how Eurovision came to be. Whether you're a lifelong fan or Eurovision newbie, there’s something for everyone – laughter, memories, and at least one mention of Bucks Fizz.Don’t forget to stay tuned for Part

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