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Street Sharks
In this episode, Chris and Mark tread a familiar path as the 90s offers up another anthropomorphic animal team defies the laws of science, nature and linear storytelling, all in […]
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Maid Marian and her Merry Men
In this episode, Chris and Mark go all the way back to medival England to subvert gender stereotypes, explore diversity and character, and give an insight into why they are […]
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Orm and Cheep
In this episode, Chris takes Mark back to a gentler time. An innocent time. A time where kids’ tv was boring as shite and gave you diabetes. That’s right, it’s […]
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Chucklevision
In this episode, Chris and Mark talk Vaudevillian humour, the difference between writing comedy and comic timing, and the meteoric rise of Greggs…
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Madballs
In this episode, Chris and Mark suffer a serious case of Mandela effect over a show that never existed, but had so much promise. Also, our intrepid heroes venture boldly […]
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The Legend of Zelda
Welcome back, listeners! In this episode, Chris and Mark ring in the new year with a marmite video game adaptation – The Legend of Zelda.
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Mark’s Christmas Miracle!
In this seasonal offering, Mark breaks off the shackles of Grinch-dom and recounts a Christmas miracle – all thanks to an Elf called Danielle. For those who want it, the […]
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2023 Christmas Special: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Ho ho ho! Merry Christmas everyone! In this episode, Chris and Mark look back at the most famous reindeer of all, share their experiences of finding out the truth about […]
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Dennis the Menace
In this episode, Chris and Mark take another trip to Beanotown to check in with the real Dennis the Menace.
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Earthworm Jim
In this episode, Chris and Mark look back at an incarnation of chaos so random even characters called “Professor Monkey-for-a-Head” and “Queen Slug-for-a-Butt” don’t feel out of place. That’s right, […]
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Filmation’s Ghostbusters
In this episode, Chris and Mark look back at the controversial 80s cash-grab, Filmation’s OG Ghostbusters.
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Moschops
In this episode, focus is hard to come by as Chris and Mark talk about anything and everything OTHER than the show…
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The Adventures of Teddy Ruxpin
In this episode, Chris and Mark talk talking teddy bears, anthropomorphic animals wearing clothes, and bug penises. Mainly because neither of them actually watched the show…
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Dexter’s Laboratory
In this episode we look at back at the show that kick-started Cartoon Network, discuss dodgy generic accents, and evaluate the cultural impact of a show we’d all but forgotten… […]
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SuperTed
In this episode Chris and Mark go all the way back to pre-school and the origin of their unhealthy obsession with superheroes. Plus, Mark inadvertently mocks a stroke victim and […]
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Hey Arnold!
In this episode Chris and Mark look back at the last of the golden era of NickToons, discuss weird asthetic choices, and try to fathom, 25 years later, why the […]
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Teletubbies
In this episode, Chris and Mark say Eh-Oh! as they realise just how old they are, reflect on the benefits of pairing edutainment with just enough ooh-err missus, and contemplate […]
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Wizbit
In this episode, Chris and Mark compete against a lack of plot, Paul Daniels’ “hair” and a giant rabbit. Because why not?
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Huxley Pig
In this episode Chris and Mark lament the end of an era, laugh at council sanctions, and admit to lyrical mistakes which have lasted for almost thirty years… Also, we […]
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Garfield and Friends
After an enforced hiatus we’re back, armed with lasagne and embarrassing admissions about Bill Murray… While you’re here, why not check out our other offerings by clicking the link at […]
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Byker Grove
Happy New Year! We’re back and kicking off 2023 with PJ & Duncan, Donna Air, and Chris’ amazing Geordie accent. What more could you want?
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The Christmas Raccoons
Ho! Ho Ho! Happy holidays! For this yer’s festive special, we’re heading back to The Evergreen Forest for the debut outing of The Raccoons. Nobody wanted to retread old ground, […]
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The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe
In this episode, Chris and Mark transition from Cat month to Christmas, by way of a pretty big cat and a boatload of snow. We look back at the land […]
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James the Cat
In this episode, Chris and Mark pay tribute to the Batman, Kevin Conroy, before continuing with the madness of their unlikely ‘Cat Month’ with a look back at four and […]
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Samurai Pizza Cats
In this episode, Chris and Mark venture to Little Tokyo for “the most meta show they’ve ever seen”.
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Charlie Chalk
In this episode, Chris and Mark set off for the island of Merrytwit, to check in on the weirdest character and least-fitting theme tune they can remember… In other news, […]
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Challenge of the GoBots
The white whale! In this episode, we finally get to the episode 6 weeks in the making. And it probably wasn’t worth it…
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Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog
In this delayed episode (thanks, shit Mid-Wales broadband service), Chris and Mark revisit a show they both loved as kids. But does it hold up?
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Neighbours
In this episode Chris and Mark look back at an era-defining show as we bid goodbye to the residents of everyone’s favourite cul de sac. So long, Ramsay Street, we […]
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GamesMaster
In this episode, Chris and Mark look back at the first show of its kind, featuring Sir Patrick Moore, Dominik Diamond, the (self-proclaimed) “best gamer in the country”, Dave “The […]
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The Wind in the Willows
In this episode, Chris and Mark try to figure out why this show weirded them out so much as children. If you’re visiting our website, click the red button at […]
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Reboot
In this episode, Chris and Mark go a bit meta and try to, ahem, reboot SM:PD with the help of Dot Matrix, Bob, and the rest of the computer puns […]
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Batman 66
In this episode, Chris and Mark round of the double-digits with one of the most significant shows in both of their lives, and wonder why in the hell they didn’t […]
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SpongeBob Squarepants
In this episode, Chris and mark journey under the sea to visit a more recent cartoon favourite. We don’t want to say who, but he may be absorbent, yellow and […]
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Fraggle Rock
In this episode, Chris and Mark rediscover what actual joy looks like. Dance your cares away…
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Bucky O’Hare
In this episode, Chris and Mark cross dimensional borders with a green rabbit in the fight against some toads and an AI with imperial delusions. No, we’re not high. It’s […]
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Defenders of the Earth
Before there was an MCU, eight heroes united to protect the Earth from Ming the Merciless. Chris and Mark are all kinds of here for that.
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Bodger & Badger
In this episode, Chris and Mark find themselves balls-deep in mashed potato. Not literally – considering Mark is 6’7″, that’d be a lot of Smash…
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Denver, the Last Dinosaur
WE’RE BACK!!! In this episode, Chris and Mark get pre-historic (ish) with our pal, dino. New year, same grumpy old gits, apparently…
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Happy New Year!
New episode this Saturday! We wanted to ring in the new year on SM:PD by going old-school, and what could be older than a prehistoric toddler roaming around southern California? […]
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Mickey’s Christmas Carol
In this episode, Chris and Mark look back at their first exposure to Dickens, drawing to model, and debate the merits of the varying incarnations of A Christmas Carol. God […]
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Spider-Man
In this episode, Chris and Mark fight off seasonal colds to look back at the origins of their Marvel fandom, an early attempt at bringing Earth’s mightiest heroes together on […]
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Wild West C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa
In tis episode Chris and Mark take a look back at 4-player, side-scrolling arcade games and the sexualisation of animated cows, before things get a bit serious towards the end.
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Count Duckula
In this episode Chris and Mark reflect on dodgy accents, how they discovered vegetarianism, and why they they still get broccoli stuck in their teeth…
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Disney’s Gargoyles
In this episode Chris and Mark discover a show that’s old enough to drink and joins the lofty ranks of their all-time favourites.
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Captain N: The Game Master
IN this episode, Chris and Mark look back at Nintendo’s first foray into original characters, licensing issues, and the practicalities of wearing a NES controller as a belt buckle.
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VR Troopers
Join Chris and Mark as they look back at a Power Rangers sucessor-in-waiting. With no VR, no dinozords and no point.
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Fun House
Wacky! Fun! Crazy! Outrageous! Who could ask for more? Quick shout out to Punk Rock Factory, whose cover of the Fun House theme (plus some excellent others) feeature on their […]
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Masters of the Universe – Revelation
In this episode, Chris and Mark ditch the schedule to throw in another week of He-Man, having fallen madly, deeply in love with Kevin Smith‘s Netflix sequel – Masters of […]
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He-Man and the Masters of the Universe
In this episode Chris and Mark visit Eternia, Mattel’s all-conquering toy line and the true zeitgeist of 80s kids’ TV. Also, a mention for our favourite Skeletor-based Twitter account, @GrumpySkeletor […]
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Dragon’s Lair
In this episode, Chris and Mark continue with dragons to mark the end of Game of Moans on the network by exploring a show that they may or may not […]
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Bananaman
In this episode, Chris and Mark revisit an old Beano and Dandy favourite, with surprising results
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Duck Tales
Race cars, lazers, aeroplanes, and a pool full of coins that defies the laws of physics. Let’s head on down to Duckberg
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Terrahawks
In this episode, Chris and Mark revisit the lesser-known of Gerry Anderson’s epic creations, Terrahawks. Except, it’s not what Mark thought it was… Apologies for some audio glitches – the […]
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Pingu
In this episode, Chris and Mark kick back after a long couple of weeks and talk penguins, Monster Munch and kids. Noot! Noot!
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Hulk Hogan’s Rock & Wrestling
In this episode Chris and Mark continue the countdown to the Showcase of the Immortals, stopping to revisit this cash-in classic.
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Cow & Chicken
In this episode, are we talking about a TV show or our plans for a new restaurant menu?
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Robotix
In this episode, Chris and Mark look back at an entirely different show to the one they’d planned to watch, and are pleasantly surprised by the result. Zoids, anyone?
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Visionaries: Knights of the Magical Light
In this episode, Chris and Mark look back at the short-lived series that spawned some awesome toys.
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Gladiators
Listeners – READY! Podcasters – READY! Three! Two! One! In this episode, Chris and Mark look back on spandex-clad muscles, 80s TV ads and childhood stupidity. Don’t try this at […]
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Willo the Wisp
To kick off the new year, Chris and Mark revisit an 80s classic born from a British Gas advert, starring the legendary Kenneth Williams.
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The Snowman
In this episode, Chris and Mark revisit the much-loved adaptation of Raymond Briggs’ classic picture-book, The Snowman.
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Care Bears
Insulin at the ready, Chris and Mark look back at a show that makes The Get Along Gang look like The Godfather… For the video version (which Mark has worked […]
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Clarissa Explains it All
In this episode, we go back to the early 90s as Clarissa explains the ways of love, life and ferg-baiting. Also, we try not to sound bitter in the face […]
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Raggy Dolls
In a late change to our schedule, Chris and Mark look back at Raggy Dolls – the little show that (almost) could…
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Beetlejuice
In this episode, Chris and Mark continue Spooky Season with a look back at a firm favourite – we just can’t say his name too much, lest he appears… Ah, […]
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Rentaghost
In this episode, Chris and Mark kick off our spooky season with a rewatch of the classic “Rentaghost”.
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Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventures
In this most-excellent episode, Chris and Mark talk toys, time travel and – of all things – the social and cultural impact and context of Hamilton: The Musical…
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Star Wars: Droids
In this episode, Chris and Mark go back to the 80s for a non-canonical spin-off that’s out of this world, featuring secondary characters from one of the biggest movie franchises […]
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Powerpuff Girls
Join Chris and Mark as they head on down to Townsville to combine Sugar, Spice and Everything Nice with a can of Chemical X.
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Round the Bend
In this episode, Chris and Mark return to the sewer to legitimise their own brand of toilet-humour, and Chris reveals an unlikely collection
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Fonz & the Happy Days Gang
In this episode, Chris and Mark join leather-clad lothario The Fonz as he travels through time and space with Richie, Ralph Malph and an annoying cross between Muttley and Scrappy-Doo
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Biker Mice from Mars
In this episode we look back at some good, old-fashioned misgyny and racism – and that’s just from our heroes!
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Alvin and the Chipmunks
We’re back, and this time we’re looking back at an unexpectedly-dark show about two slightly-odd chipmunk children and their a**hat brother, sexualised girl chipmunks, and a legendary episode about a […]
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Disney’s The Little Mermaid
In this episode we venture to Atlantica, Sharkania and everywhere else under the sea with Ariel and Co. Thanks to the good folks at @37DisneyStreet for their input into this […]
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Centurions: Power Xtreme
Join Chris and Mark as they revisit one of Kenner’s coolest toy lines, The Centurions: Power Xtreme. As always, leave us a comment or review wherever you’re getting this podcast
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Captain Planet and the Planeteers
In this highly-topical episode, Chris and Mark look back at the All-Star cast of Billionaire Ted’s environmental opus, pound-shop superheroes and autistic Mecha-Swedes. As a one-off, we’ll be nice.
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Jayce and the Wheeled Warriors
What happens when you mix all of the crazy parts of Star Wars, Frankenstein, Transformers, He-Man and anything else 80s and awesome you can think of? Well, this…
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The Shoe People
In this episode, we return to a simpler time of preschool stereotypes and ask important questions like “What is a Shoe Repairer“? “Would a ballet slipper ever bump uglies with […]
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Aaaaah!! Rea Monsters
In this episode, we give ourselves chills as we look back at the least-remembered of the NickToons, and Chris tries not to succumb to the Coronavirus
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She-Ra: Princess of Power
Join Chris and Mark as they ring in 2020 with an old favourite, its Dreamworks / Netflix reboot, and and embarrassing childhood story about Barbie and a tractor…
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A Charlie Brown Christmas
In this episode, Chris and Mark look back at the Peanuts Holiday Special “A Charlie Brown Christmas”
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X-Men – The Animated Series
In this, our most random and rambling episode to date, Chris and Mark talk about BBFC anti-piracy ads, Hungarian lawsuits, and just about everything in between
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Muppet Babies
In this episode, Chris and Mark look back at one of their all-time favourites, which can be blamed for an awful lot!!
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Rick Moranis in Gravedale High
Continuing with Spooky Season here on the Double Down Podcast Network, we visit Gravedale High, discuss the merits of teen sitcoms, and listen to Mark’s voice valiantly die mid-show. Sorry […]
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Kim Possible
This episode Chris and Mark find out what the sitch is as they take in a different take on a familiar genre, with the most recent show on the phase […]
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Transformers
After an all-too-brief summer vacation featuring hurricanes, bankrupt tour operators and introducing small children to the joys of rollercoasters, Chris and Mark return to the mic with one of the […]
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Tiny Toon Adventures
In this episode, we kick off PHASE 2 of SMPD with a solid favourite as Chris recalls with fondness a chicken with tourettes…
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Danger Mouse
In this episode Chris and Mark get reminisce about rubbish chocolates, the Milk Tray Man and tape-based computer games; call out racial profiling, and get into the intricacies of frog […]
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Darkwing Duck
In this episode we get dangerous as Chris’ two loves – Disney and Batman – combine.Apologies for patchy audio in places – some Gremlins got into the system while we […]
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Roger Ramjet
In this episode we look back at probably the earliest show on our list, one that’s as American (and Jingoistic) as Apple Pie, and probably has a great bearing on […]
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Goof Troop
In this episode, Chris and Mark travel to Spoonerville for another foray into Disney’s afternoon block as Goofy gets his own sitcom. Also, we announce a brand new show coming […]
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The Get Along Gang
In this episode, Chris introduces Mark to a whole new show, and asks an all-important question; Why can’t we all just get along? https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0174392/?ref_=nv_sr_1?ref_=nv_sr_1
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Disney’s Talespin
In this episode, Chris and Mark join Baloo and Louie as they leave the jungle to set up an airline cargo service. Obviously…
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Ulysees 31
In this episode, Chris and Mark go on the most epic of epic voyages as Homer gets a 31st Century reboot (complete with the possibly the best intro and theme […]
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Rocko’s Modern Life
In this episode, Chris and Mark follow venture from Australia to O-Town, USA, to find that the grass isn’t always greener…
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Rainbow
Join Chris and Mark as they venture above the streets and houses. Hope you’ve got your Twangers ready. Check out some of these links to carry on the fun; A […]
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Pokemon: Indigo League
In this episode, Chris and Mark discuss gimmick infringement, seizures and people who’re old enough to know better. Got to catch ‘em all!
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How The Grinch Stole Christmas
IT’S GRINCHMAS!!! This Christmas, join Chris and Mark as they venture down to Whoville for the most wonderful time of the year
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Taz-Mania
Follow Chris and Mark as they venture to the land way under Down Under, where the sky is always yellow, come rain or shine…
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Johnny Bravo
In this episode, Chris and Mark discuss the runaway success of failed Elvis impersonator. Apologies for the audio quality in places – we had some gremlins in the system
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The Real Ghostbusters
In this episode, Chris and Mark ask one of life’s most important questions – Who you gonna call?
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Round the Twist
In this episode, Chris and Mark head Down Under to revisit one of the catchiest theme tunes in the history of children’s television.
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Disney’s Adventures of the Gummi Bears
Gummi Bears – bouncing here and there and everywhere. Something something that’s beyond compare… You know you were singing it too! In this episode, Chris and Mark revisit GummiGlen and […]
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Bravestarr
In this episode, Chris and Mark discuss how a Ghostbusters reject spawned a show that was years ahead of its time.
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Raccoons
In this episode, Chris and Mark revisit the adventures of a family of Raccoons and their friends. But was it worth it?
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Chip ‘n’ Dale – Rescue Rangers
No case too big, no case too small – Chris and Mark revisit Chip ‘n’ Dale: Rescue Rangers
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The Mysterious Cities of Gold
Follow Chris and Mark back to the 16th century as they follow the path of the setting sun that leads to El Dorado and the Mysterious Cities of Gold
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Join Chris and Mark for a turtally radical Saturday morning adventure. Cowabunga, bitches!
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Knightmare
Welcome, Strangers – in this episode Chris and Mark take a look at an early-version of virtual-reality gaming, with a twist. Ooh, Nasty!
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Button Moon
In this episode, Chris sets a gentler tone as he leads Mark through the Blanket Sky, all the way up to Button Moon
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The He-Man & She-Ra Christmas Special
The finest heroes from Eternia and Etheria team up to save Christmas for some annoying human children in one of our all-time favourites.
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Thundercats
Thunder. THUNDER. THUNDERCATS, HO! Chris and Mark look back at the one that may well have started it all…
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Animaniacs
Hellooooooo Nurse!This time we’re looking back at one that almost passed us by, but thankfully didn’t! Let’s join the Warner brothers – and the Warner sister, Dot – for a […]
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Batman – The Animated Series
In this episode, Chris and Mark revisit one the most important shows of their generation – Batman: The Animated Series. As ever, for those playing along at home, send us […]
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