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New Year 1951 to 2025 Christmas New Year Boxing Day Sales... 1:00:44

4h ago1:00:44

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New Year 1951, when I was born, until now, 2025. In this episode, I ramble on about new years and Christmases of the past and today. Also, lots of other stuff!بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Midweek Messahe 195. 10:35

5h ago10:35

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Merry Christmas! I hope you're all having a lovely day! Don't eat or drink too much... That includes me! Be good, be merry and enjoy yourselves!بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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What will happen when there are no pubs left? 58:56

10h ago58:56

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What will happen when there are no pubs left? Once, the pub was the heart of the community—a place where locals gathered, stories were shared, and news of the district was exchanged. It was more than just a place to drink; it was a social hub that connected people, strengthened relationships, and gave communities a sense of identity and belonging.…

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On Leaving School What Was Your First Job? 57:25

2d ago57:25

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What was your first job after you left school? Did you stay in that job until your retirement? Please, join me this Sunday for a look back at work and school and girls and just about everything else back in the old days.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Midweek Message 192. 10:52

11d ago10:52

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When I was a boy, I wanted to be a steam engine driver. It was exciting, it was amazing... every boy wanted to be a train driver! What job did you want to do when you grew up? What job did you do? Let me know.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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The Winter of 1962/63. 58:44

14d ago58:44

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Winter is here so let's talk about the dreadful winter of 62/63. I was twelve years old so I remember it well. Also, we'll have a moan about traffic jams, your favourite Christmas presents, storm Garragh, food and much more. Please, join me.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Midweek Message 191. 10:18

18d ago10:18

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Christmas eve in the old days. Over to the pub at lunch time, back to work after a few beers only to be sent home... wonderful! On Christmas day, shops were closed, pubs were closed... everywhere was closed! Happy days!بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Making Money Moonlighting Food Additives Christmas in the 1960s and 1970s. 1:00:35

21d ago1:00:35

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How easy was it to make money back in the old days? We were a nation of shopkeepers. But we were also a nation of moonlighters. Many people worked on private jobs in their spare time. Also in this episode, brussel sprouts and Christmas trees, renting out part of your garden, food additives, hormones, pesticides… Join me for an hour of light relief,…

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Midweek Message 190. 12:49

25d ago12:49

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I think we have too much in the way of technology. Mobiles phones, computers, iPads... The PC displays the blue screen of death! The TV said it has no connection, check your HDMI cable... It's all too much! Life used to be relaxed, peaceful, tranquil... Happy days!بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Mr Jobsworth, Firms Man, you can't do this, you can't do that... 49:02

28d ago49:02

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You've heard of Mr Jobsworth. Oh, you can't do that, it's more that my job's worth to allow you to do that. Mr Firmsman... You've broken the company rules! I'll have to report you for doing that! Join me this Sunday for a chat and a laugh.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Midweek Message 189. 9:38

1M ago9:38

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In this Midweek Message, I talk about a village where the leader of parish council is a right jobsworth, a firm's man... or woman. You can't do this, you can't do that! Crikey, what a daft state of affairs!بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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When I Was A Boy - PART TWO. 52:01

1M ago52:01

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Shop rents, utopia, farmers, cuttings from plants, beer barrels, mail order... There's a lot to get through in this week's podcast episode. I hope you enjoy it!بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Midweek Message 188. 11:57

1M ago11:57

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Playing in the street, grandchildren, fish and chips, pavement parking, old photos... Please, join me this Wednesday for a chat.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Village LIfe, Shopkeepers, Grandparents, old Radio Plays. 57:02

2M ago57:02

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Village Life, Shopkeepers, old Radio Plays... Do you remember The Navy Lark, Handcock's Half Hour, Steptoe and Son... Happy days on the radio! Also, I talk about grandparents playing a major part in children's lives. Join me for a good old chat!بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Midweek Message 187. 10:47

2M ago10:47

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Hello and welcome to another Midweek Message. I hope you're keeping well. It's getting cooler here in Britain as we head towards winter. What's it like where you are?بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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What do you do in your free time? 50:07

2M ago50:07

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What do you do in your free time? Do you get any spare time? These days, it seems that everyone is so busy they rarely have time to sit down for five minutes. Retirement isn't at all what I'd thought it would be. Do this, so that, go here, go there... Please, join me this Sunday for a chat.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Midweek Message 186. 10:52

2M ago10:52

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Hi, I hope you're keeping well. It's mild here, 15C which is 59F. I've bought some coal for our open fire and sorted out the kindling wood, so we're ready to go. Are you ready for Halloween? We have a tub of sweets by the front door ready for the children should they pop round. Happy days!بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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When perfume was called scent and petrol was 7/6d a gallon. 49:27

2M ago49:27

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In days gone by, fish and chips were wrapped in newspaper, perfume was called scent, school kids got the cane, beer was 16 pence for a pint in my local pub... And, a few extracts from a little book written in 1878 about bringing up children. Please, join me this Sunday for a look back at the old days.…

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Midweek Message 185. 9:43

2M ago9:43

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We're getting through October. Winter is nearing! I hope you're keeping warm. The sun is out as I write this but it's pretty chilling outside. Child care, weddings, conker trees... I hope you enjoy this week's Midweek Message.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Housewives 1950s 1960s. Were they slaves? 46:21

2M ago46:21

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Housewives back in the old days were often no more than slaves chained to the kitchen sink! According to a book I've been reading, the man was the master of the house and his authority shouldn't be questioned! Crikey! Please, join me this Sunday.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Midweek Message 184. 12:25

2M ago12:25

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In this episode, architecture, the Isle of Wight and more... who remembers Disprin, the dissolvable aspirin tablets? They were prescribed for anything and everything back in the old days! Is it good to take several tablets every day? I don't think so.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Good Things in the Good Old Days, and much more... 48:27

2M ago48:27

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I love the good old days. You could get an appointment with the doctor. You didn't have to wait on the phone listening to Greensleeves for an hour. Travelling by car was a breeze. Please, join me this Sunday for a look back at the good old days.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Midweek Message 183. 9:57

3M ago9:57

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It's that time again. How are you? Keeping well, I hope. Adverts, changing times, excuses and reasons... Join me for a midweek chat.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Inside British houses, my Isle of Wight trip and more… 47:22

3M ago47:22

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This week, I’m looking inside British houses. Where is the bathroom situated? Is the kitchen at the back or the front of the house? Where is the lounge, the dining room, the bedrooms… I’ll also be talking about my Isle of Wight trip. Please, join me this Sunday.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Midweek Massage 182. 12:07

3M ago12:07

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I recorded this Midweek Message on Sunday 29/9/24 because I won't be here this Wednesday. I'll be having a great time, hopefully, on the Isle of Wight! You'll hear all about it next Sunday.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Buildings, architecture, old houses, new houses and more... 51:37

3M ago51:37

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Where have all the lovely old buildings gone? What happened to the old architecture? I’ve just driven past a new block of flats on the seafront. It looks like a prison block! Please, join me.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Midweek Message 181. 10:20

3M ago10:20

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Hello, how are you? Welcome to another Midweek Message. I hope you enjoy my 10 minute chat about new words replacing old words, farm animals, the weather and so much more.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Kids Then and Now. 50:44

3M ago50:44

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What did children do back in the 50s and 60s? Back then, it was a totally different world! I doubt that youngsters of today would be able to grasp the idea of life back then. Also in this episode, wireless and TV back in the old days, mobile phone these days and lots of other goodies. Please, join me.…

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Midweek Message 180. 11:16

3M ago11:16

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Autumn was lovely for kids back in the old days. They'd don their wellies and help dad in the garden. Sweeping up leave, poking the bonfire with a stick, baking potatoes in the embers... Happy days!بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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The Waverley Paddle Steamer, Southampton Docks and more. 48:32

4M ago48:32

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I'm not going to bore you with too much talk about the Waverley cruise but I will mention it. Also, Southampton Docks, steam engines, freight trains and more... Please, join me.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Midweek Message 179. 11:26

4M ago11:26

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It's getting colder. In fact, I've a good mind to light the coal fire! No, I must try to make the autumn last as long as I can. I hope you're keeping well. I have a quick story to tell in this Midweek Message. I know you like stories from the good old days.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Stories From The Past, A Visit To Amberley Museum and more. 53:41

4M ago53:41

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We visited Amberley Museum the other day. The sun was out and it was hot... just like summer! Also in this episode, stories from the past, old word we no longer use, scroungers and more...بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Midweek Message 178. 11:34

4M ago11:34

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The naughty things that happened in my old school library! Old words we no longer use, let's bring some back into everyday usage. Homemade chutney and other goodies... Join me for a relaxing chat.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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The Weather 48:40

4M ago48:40

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The good old British weather affects more than people's picnics and BBQs. Many businesses rely on decent weather, especially at weekends. In this episode, amongst other stuff, I have a good old chinwag about the weather.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Midweek Message 177. 12:07

4M ago12:07

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An English country village... the post office closes, the general store closes, the garage closes, there's no bus service, the red telephone box disappears, the pub closes... What! They can't close the pub! Join me for a good old moan!بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Things I Don't Like. Plus, stress and anxiety, processed food and more... 50:58

4M ago50:58

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I don't like many things. Processed food, modern cars, noise, crowds, credit cards... Please join me this Sunday for a good old rant about the things I don't kike. And, of course, the few things I do like.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Midweek Mdessage 176. 10:01

4M ago10:01

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Did you go camping back in the old days? A ground sheet, a canvas tent that let the water through... Happy days. Or not! Old radios, old televisions... I've been collecting more junk! Join me for a chat.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Quality Built by Craftsmen before the days of Chipboard, MDF & Plastic. 52:55

4M ago52:55

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In this episode, I look back at the way furniture and other items were built by craftsmen. Sadly, the use of chipboard, MDF and plastic has replaced quality materials. Dovetail joints in furniture have been replaced by wood glue and staples. I also chat about cars, 1960s girls, music... Please, join me this Sunday.…

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Midweek Message 175. 10:47

5M ago10:47

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We've had some lovely weather... 23c - 73F at 7 o'clock in the morning! Excellent! Summer has arrived, albiet very late. I can feel an outside broadcast coming on if this weather holds. I hope you're keeping well. Happy days!بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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A Typical Day In The 1960s. Off To Work! 49:55

5M ago49:55

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In this episode, I recall a typical day back in the 1960s. There was a transistor radio in the kitchen but no morning television to watch during breakfast. Leaving the house, you only needed your car keys and your wallet and perhaps a packed lunch... no mobile phone, laptop or other electronic devices. Also, Chinese whispers, rumours, malicious lie…

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Midweek Message 174. 10:17

5M ago10:17

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It's that time again! How are you? Keeping well, I hope. This week I'm chatting about the old photos of me in the 1960s that have been lost over time. Such a shame! The weather... it's raining. My new Union flag and much more. Please, join me.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Why are people so loud? The shops we loved and lost, and more... 50:25

5M ago50:25

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In this episode, I'll ponder on why some people have such loud voices and laughter that can be heard over vast distances. They not only deafen everyone around them, but practically maim the inner ear... even at 30 yards! Also, the shops we loved and have lost. So many high street shops have gone, and we miss them! Foxes, hedgehogs, package holidays…

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Midweek Message 173. 10:08

5M ago10:08

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Hello, I hope you're keeping well. Loud people, loud music... Yes, I'm off on another rant about my poor ears. In fact, next Sunday's episode will cover loud people, as well as lots of other stuff. If you've nothing to do then, pease, join me.بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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English Villages, Sundays When The Shops Were Closed and more... 46:08

5M ago46:08

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In this episode, I’ll be returning to a village where I once lived. Unfortunately, many villages have been absorbed by expanding towns, but a few have managed to escape the encroachment of the urban sprawl. Some haven’t yet been eaten up by the concrete monsters! I’ll also talk about Sundays, back in the day when the shops were closed and the roads…

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Midweek Message 172. 10:07

5M ago10:07

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Later this week, I'm off to visit my old village. I'm sure there will have been many changes since I lived there almost 40 years ago. I'll tell you all about it on Sunday. It's nice to be home after my week away in Bognor. Have you had a holiday this year? Are you planning to go away? What's the weather doing where you are? It's been awful here! St…

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Timeline Britain 1950s plus Bognor Butlins! 52:28

5M ago52:28

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In this episode, I look back at the various events over the 50s 60s and 70s. In 1953, The first James Bond book, Casino Royale, was published. The Great Train Robbery of 1963. In 1961, the construction of the Berlin Wall begins. Plus, I’ll tell you all about my week at Bognor Butlin’s! Please, join me this Sunday.…

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Midweek Message 171. 9:44

6M ago9:44

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Welcome to another Midweek Message. Daft adverts, The Mysterons, the weather, post codes, zones and lots more stuff!بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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Further Education, Technical College, Adult Classes in the 1960s 48:27

6M ago48:27

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Back in the 60s, many people who had left school were keen to go back to college to learn a trade. Women wanted to learn secretarial skills such as typing and shorthand. Men could learn bricklaying, car mechanics or many other trades. It was a great way to become qualified. Please, join me this Sunday.…

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Midweek Message 170. 9:50

6M ago9:50

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The weather outside is frightful, but the fire is quite delightful... That's a Christmas song, and you'd think it was winter here. Rain, wind, cold... Stone the crows! No point in moaning about it, but I will!بقلم Ray’s Rants UK

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