MEMORIES ARE MADE OF THIS There’s nothing that takes us back in time like an old song, sitcom or film. Now they’re all in one place as Life Rooms teams up with programme maker Made in Manchester (MIM) to bring you Distinct Nostalgia, an audio site dedicated to great memories.
Former EastEnders star Rani Singh and June Brown who played Dot Cotton are reunited after 30 years.
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June Brown who played Dot Cotton in EastEnders is interviewed by former fellow cast member Rani Singh. Former Carry On and Coronation Street star Amanda Barrie recalls her role as a children’s TV presenter in the 1970s alongside Alan Rothwell who played Ken Barlow’s brother David.
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ou can log on to one dedicated website to hear free interviews with stars, history, quizzes, drama and comedy. In between there’ll be messages on how to look after yourself while in isolation. Remember the little girl in the café in Brief Encounter? Margaret Barton, who played the part, is now 93 and being interviewed about her memories.
Other stars supporting Distinct Nostalgia include Juliet Bravo’s Stephanie Turner, former Blue Peter star Tim Vincent, Carry On and former Bond girl Valerie Leon and Christopher Strauli, famous for his role in the 80s sitcom Only When I Laugh. Ashley Byrne, Creative Director at MIM said: “Everyone loves a bit of nostalgia but they get frustrated at having to search for podcasts and maybe never finding what they want. We’re bringing lovely memories together in one place. Click on: distinctnostalgia.com and they’ll all be there.
Former Carry On and Corrie star Amanda Barrie remembers her time as a children’s TV presenter in the 1970s.
What a terrific idea producing programmes to keep our spirits up with nostalgic memories and positive thoughts in these dark times.
TIP: Use this website to stimulate discussion with older family members or friends. Both listen and share your memories of those times: distinctnostalgia.com 40
Christopher Strauli who played Norman in 80s sitcom Only When I Laugh is supporting Distinct Nostalgia.
