Podcast
Old Mates New Laughs Podcast
Hosted by BMA Productions · EN
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 sarcasm!
We know that our podcast is nothing without it's listeners, and this is where you come in:
Reminisce – Share your favourite memories from growing up in the best decades. What were your favourite kids TV shows? What toys did you play with?
Debate – Whether Blur or Oasis was better (or if you were too cool for both)
Laugh – At the stuff we all thought was normal back then
Relate – To the joys and disasters of hitting middle age
So, if you remember life before the internet, still miss Woolworths, and wonder how we’re now old enough for back pain… you’re in the right place!
28episodes
Episodes
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Fighting Fantasy #7 – The Island of the Lizard King (Part 1)
2w ago00:36:59Tap to summarizeThis week on Old Mates New Laughs, we’re back in the world of Fighting Fantasy — and this time we’re taking on The Island of the Lizard King.In Part 1, we begin our journey into a dangerous land of swamps, strange creatures, and very questionable decisions. As always, we set off into the unknown, and immediately start making choices that may or may not come back to haunt us.Will we survive the early stages?Will we learn from past adventures?Or are we already heading for disaster?Join us as we kick off our latest adventure 🎙️If you're enjoying what we're doing and want to help us grow — our goal is to of become an on-camera podcast — you can now support us via Ko-Fi (totally optional, massively appreciated), here's the link should you feel inclined...https://ko-fi.com/oldmatesnewlaughsYou can also follow us on our social media accounts here...Website - https://shows.acast.com/old-mates-new-laughs-podcastFacebook - www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572709568634Instagram - www.instagram.com/oldmatesnewlaughs/?hl=enTwtter (X) - x.com/OMNLpodcastBlue-Sky - bsky.app/profile/oldmatesnewlaughs.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Knightmare – The Most Stressful Kids TV Show Ever?
3w ago00:38:57Tap to summarizeThis week on Old Mates New Laughs, we’re heading back to the 80s for one of the most unique (and stressful) kids TV shows ever made — Knightmare.If you’ve never seen it, imagine this: one kid wearing a helmet so they can’t see anything, wandering through a fantasy dungeon… while their mates shout instructions at them in a panic... Simple.We’re diving into everything that made Knightmare so memorable:The iconic characters and slightly terrifying Dungeon MasterThe puzzles and riddles that caused absolute chaosThe phrases we all still rememberAnd the moments where it all went horribly wrongWe’re also chatting about the legacy of the show, whether something like it could work today, and if it should ever make a comeback.It’s nostalgic, chaotic, and proof that 80s kids TV was built very differently 🎙️If you're enjoying what we're doing and want to help us grow — our goal is to of become an on-camera podcast — you can now support us via Ko-Fi (totally optional, massively appreciated), here's the link should you feel inclined...https://ko-fi.com/oldmatesnewlaughsYou can also follow us on our social media accounts here...Website - https://shows.acast.com/old-mates-new-laughs-podcastFacebook - www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572709568634Instagram - www.instagram.com/oldmatesnewlaughs/?hl=enTwtter (X) - x.com/OMNLpodcastBlue-Sky - bsky.app/profile/oldmatesnewlaughs.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →The Pettiest Things That Make Us Rage
4w ago00:42:41Tap to summarizeThis week on Old Mates New Laughs, we’re having a bit of a moan… because we’re talking about the pettiest things that make us irrationally angry.Not the big stuff — oh no. We’re diving into the little things. The everyday annoyances that shouldn’t bother us… but absolutely do. From slow walkers and supermarket etiquette meltdowns to football commentators and Facebook Residents groups, we’re airing our grievances and embracing the chaos.It’s relatable, it’s slightly unhinged, and it might make you realise you’re not the only one getting annoyed at things that really shouldn’t matter.So if you’ve ever been wound up by something small but very irritating… this one’s for you 🎙️If you're enjoying what we're doing and want to help us grow — our goal is to of become an on-camera podcast — you can now support us via Ko-Fi (totally optional, massively appreciated), here's the link should you feel inclined...https://ko-fi.com/oldmatesnewlaughsYou can also follow us on our social media accounts here...Website - https://shows.acast.com/old-mates-new-laughs-podcastFacebook - www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572709568634Instagram - www.instagram.com/oldmatesnewlaughs/?hl=enTwtter (X) - x.com/OMNLpodcastBlue-Sky - bsky.app/profile/oldmatesnewlaughs.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Fighting Fantasy #6 – Deathtrap Dungeon (Part 3)
Apr 900:48:53Tap to summarizeThis is it… the final part of our journey through Deathtrap Dungeon.After battling through traps, monsters, and our own questionable decision-making, it all comes down to this. One last push to see if we can actually make it out of the dungeon alive… or fall at the final hurdle.In Part 3, the stakes are higher, the dangers are deadlier, and every choice feels like it could be our last.Will we finally pull it off and complete an adventure for the first time?Will we make it out of Deathtrap Dungeon?Or has this all been building towards a very predictable ending?Join us for the dramatic (and slightly chaotic) conclusion to our latest Fighting Fantasy adventure 🎙️If you enjoy what we do and want to help us grow — our goal is to of become an on-camera podcast — you can now support us via Ko-Fi (totally optional, massively appreciated), here's the link should you feel inclined...https://ko-fi.com/oldmatesnewlaughsYou can also follow us on our social media accounts here...Website - https://shows.acast.com/old-mates-new-laughs-podcastFacebook - www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572709568634Instagram - www.instagram.com/oldmatesnewlaughs/?hl=enTwtter (X) - x.com/OMNLpodcastBlue-Sky - bsky.app/profile/oldmatesnewlaughs.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Fighting Fantasy #6 – Deathtrap Dungeon (Part 2)
Apr 200:48:24Tap to summarizeWe’re back in Deathtrap Dungeon… and somehow, the guys still alive!In Part 2 of our Fighting Fantasy adventure, we head deeper into the dungeon — where the traps get deadlier, the monsters get nastier, and our decision-making somehow gets even worse.After just about surviving the opening stages, we now find ourselves facing tougher choices, higher stakes, and the growing realisation that this dungeon might actually live up to its name.Will we start making smarter decisions?Will we learn from our mistakes?Or are we heading straight for disaster?Join us as the chaos continues in Part 2 of Deathtrap Dungeon — it’s not looking good!!If you enjoy what we do and want to help us grow — our goal is to of become an on-camera podcast — you can now support us via Ko-Fi (totally optional, massively appreciated), here's the link should you feel inclined...https://ko-fi.com/oldmatesnewlaughsYou can also follow us on our social media accounts here...Website - https://shows.acast.com/old-mates-new-laughs-podcastFacebook - www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572709568634Instagram - www.instagram.com/oldmatesnewlaughs/?hl=enTwtter (X) - x.com/OMNLpodcastBlue-Sky - bsky.app/profile/oldmatesnewlaughs.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Fighting Fantasy #6 – Deathtrap Dungeon (Part 1)
Mar 2700:45:44Tap to summarizeThis week on Old Mates New Laughs, we’re back in the world of Fighting Fantasy — and this time we’re taking on one of the most infamous adventures of them all… Deathtrap Dungeon.A deadly competition. A dungeon filled with traps, monsters, and questionable design choices. And two idiots who think they’ve got a chance. (Brendan reads the book so is obviously not an idiot!) In Part 1, Andy & Mike enter the dungeon, and immediately start making decisions that may or may not come back to haunt them.Will they survive the opening stages?Will they make sensible choices?Absolutely not!Join us as we begin our journey into Deathtrap Dungeon — where every decision matters… and most of ours are terrible!If you enjoy what we do and want to help us grow — including our goal of becoming a visual, on-camera podcast — you can now support us via Ko-Fi (totally optional, massively appreciated), here's the link should you feel inclined...https://ko-fi.com/oldmatesnewlaughsYou can also follow us on our social media accounts here...Website - https://shows.acast.com/old-mates-new-laughs-podcastFacebook - www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572709568634Instagram - www.instagram.com/oldmatesnewlaughs/?hl=enTwtter (X) - x.com/OMNLpodcastBlue-Sky - bsky.app/profile/oldmatesnewlaughs.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Scream – Ghostface, Gore & The Rules of Horror
Mar 2000:38:28Tap to summarizeThis week on Old Mates New Laughs, we’re stepping into the world of horror as we take a deep dive into the Scream franchise.With the latest instalment hitting cinemas, we thought it was the perfect time to go back to where it all began and revisit one of the most influential horror series of the last few decades.We’re talking:The legendary opening scene that shocked audiencesThe “rules” of surviving a horror filmOur favourite (and most brutal) killsThe best Ghostface revealsAnd how Scream helped reinvent the slasher genreFrom nostalgic 90s horror vibes to modern-day twists, this episode is packed with laughs, debates, and a few moments that might make you double-check who’s calling your phone…So lock the doors, turn the lights down… and remember — never say “I’ll be right back.”If you enjoy what we do and want to help us grow — including our goal of becoming a visual, on-camera podcast — you can now support us via Ko-Fi (totally optional, massively appreciated), here's the link should you feel inclined...https://ko-fi.com/oldmatesnewlaughsYou can also follow us on our social media accounts here...Website - https://shows.acast.com/old-mates-new-laughs-podcastFacebook - www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572709568634Instagram - www.instagram.com/oldmatesnewlaughs/?hl=enTwtter (X) - x.com/OMNLpodcastBlue-Sky - bsky.app/profile/oldmatesnewlaughs.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →The Jobs That Made Us – First Gigs, Bad Bosses & Workplace Chaos
Mar 1300:47:28Tap to summarizeThis week on Old Mates New Laughs, we’re talking about jobs — specifically the ones that came before anything resembling a “career”.We’re going right back to where it all started: first jobs, weekend shifts, part-time work, and the strange collection of roles that somehow paid us real money to do questionable things. From retail nightmares and awkward customer interactions to terrible managers and moments that probably should have got us fired, we’re sharing some of the funniest stories from our early working lives.If you’ve ever hidden in a stockroom, pretended not to see a customer approaching, or completely panicked when asked to do something you definitely weren’t trained for… you’ll feel right at home in this episode.Join us for a nostalgic and slightly chaotic look back at the jobs that shaped us (for better or worse).If you enjoy what we do and want to help us grow — including our goal of becoming a visual, on-camera podcast — you can now support us via Ko-Fi (totally optional, massively appreciated), here's the link should you feel inclined...https://ko-fi.com/oldmatesnewlaughsYou can also follow us on our social media accounts here...Website - https://shows.acast.com/old-mates-new-laughs-podcastFacebook - www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572709568634Instagram - www.instagram.com/oldmatesnewlaughs/?hl=enTwtter (X) - x.com/OMNLpodcastBlue-Sky - bsky.app/profile/oldmatesnewlaughs.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →The One Where... We Talk About Friends... Again!
Mar 600:41:53Tap to summarizeWe’re back in Central Perk for Part 2 of our Friends deep dive.Last time we looked at why Friends became such a cultural phenomenon and some of the most iconic episodes and moments. This week, we’re getting into the debates...Who was actually the worst friend?Which character feels the most relatable now we’re older?What’s the best running gag?And which guest appearance completely stole the show?We’re also talking emotional moments, underrated episodes, behind-the-scenes drama, and whether Friends truly holds up in 2026.Grab a coffee, settle onto the world’s most unrealistic sofa, and join us for Part 2 🎙️If you enjoy what we do and want to help us grow — including our goal of becoming a visual, on-camera podcast — you can now support us via Ko-Fi (totally optional, massively appreciated), here's the link should you feel inclined...https://ko-fi.com/oldmatesnewlaughsYou can also follow us on our social media accounts here...Website - https://shows.acast.com/old-mates-new-laughs-podcastFacebook - www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572709568634Instagram - www.instagram.com/oldmatesnewlaughs/?hl=enTwtter (X) - x.com/OMNLpodcastBlue-Sky - bsky.app/profile/oldmatesnewlaughs.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →The One Where... We Do A Deep Dive into Friends
Feb 2700:52:55Tap to summarizeThis week on Old Mates New Laughs, we’re diving into one of the biggest TV shows of all time — Friends.From its rise in the '90s to becoming a global phenomenon that defined an entire generation, we’re taking a nostalgic look back at why Friends captured the world’s attention the way it did.In Part 1, we chat about:Why Friends became such a cultural juggernautSome of the best episodes ever madeThe most memorable scenesAnd the supporting characters who absolutely stole the spotlightWhether you watched it religiously growing up or caught it endlessly on repeat after school, this one’s packed with laughs, memories, and a few hot takes along the way.Grab a coffee, get comfortable, and join us as we start our deep dive into Friends 🎙️If you enjoy what we do and want to help us grow — including our goal of becoming a visual, on-camera podcast — you can now support us via Ko-Fi (totally optional, massively appreciated), here's the link should you feel inclined...https://ko-fi.com/oldmatesnewlaughsYou can also follow us on our social media accounts here...Website - https://shows.acast.com/old-mates-new-laughs-podcastFacebook - www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572709568634Instagram - www.instagram.com/oldmatesnewlaughs/?hl=enTwtter (X) - x.com/OMNLpodcastBlue-Sky - bsky.app/profile/oldmatesnewlaughs.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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