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Is the modern world making us depressed? ‘Make Do and Mend?’ takes a deep-dive into the opposing lifestyles of vintage vs modern, and why more and more people are choosing to live like it’s the past. It will question what makes people want to escape the modern world, and which lifestyle is kinder to our planet. I once found a genuine 1940’s oil lamp in a charity shop, and by the time I got to the check-out I was shaking so much that I couldn’t pull my card out of my purse. My name’s Hannah, and I am a self-confessed vintage nut. Growing up, I was raised in an environment of Saturday morning charity shop crawls, and Sunday afternoon’s watching war films with my grandpa, and so I was pretty much doomed to love all things old. Now, as an adult, I struggle to understand the appeal of a modern and minimalist lifestyle, but I am willing to risk being converted so that I can find answers to two big questions: why do people want to escape the modern world? And which lifestyle is better for our planet? In a series of candid and unfiltered episodes, I will be throwing the lid off society’s mental health and the rising need for escapism. Will I be convinced to move with the times, and ditch the antique furniture for flat-pack, or is vintage here to stay?

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    I speak to a 100-Year-Old Veteran | VE Day Special

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 27:28


    Send us a textWe did it! After weeks and months of trying to make this a reality, I was able to secure an interview with a WW2 Veteran!In this moving VE Day special, I sit down with the incredible Bert, a 100-year-old World War II veteran to hear his incredible story of service, sacrifice, and survival. From enlisting as a young man to witnessing the end of the war in Europe, his memories offer a powerful reminder of the courage and resilience of those who served.As we mark Victory in Europe Day, this interview is a tribute to a generation that gave so much. His reflections are not just history — they are living testimony.Support the showWATCH THE PODCAST:Youtube - and support the channel by becoming a member of 'the Dolls House Club' Bronze/ Silver tier!FOLLOW ME:TiktokInstagramSUPPORT ME: The Dolls House Club Gold membership Theme music by artists:https://www.instagram.com/_caineisable/https://www.instagram.com/adzonly/https://www.instagram.com/joecarnell2002/https://www.instagram.com/edward_3737/https://www.instagram.com/els.starr/

    I speak to a 90-Year-old Woman about Growing Up in WW2 | VE Day Special

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 27:47


    Send us a textIn this episode, the first of a two part special, I sit down with a remarkable 90-year-old woman, Kath, to hear her firsthand memories of growing up during World War II. From the air raids to rationing, she shares what life was really like for ordinary people living through extraordinary times. Her story is one of resilience, courage, and community in the face of war.Support the showWATCH THE PODCAST:Youtube - and support the channel by becoming a member of 'the Dolls House Club' Bronze/ Silver tier!FOLLOW ME:TiktokInstagramSUPPORT ME: The Dolls House Club Gold membership Theme music by artists:https://www.instagram.com/_caineisable/https://www.instagram.com/adzonly/https://www.instagram.com/joecarnell2002/https://www.instagram.com/edward_3737/https://www.instagram.com/els.starr/

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    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2024 47:17


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    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 19:46


    Send us a Text Message.I have the privilege of interviewing the team from Might Coconut that have partnered with Aardman Animations to create an amazing new VR mini golf game set in West Wallaby Street! Childhood dreams activated!COMING JULY 25THSupport the Show.FOLLOW THE PODCAST:TikTokInstagramFacebookWATCH THE PODCAST:YoutubeDISCUSS THE PODCAST:DiscordFOLLOW ME:TiktokInstagramSUPPORT ME: PatreonTheme music by artists:https://www.instagram.com/_caineisable/https://www.instagram.com/adzonly/https://www.instagram.com/joecarnell2002/https://www.instagram.com/edward_3737/https://www.instagram.com/els.starr/

    Revival Vintage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 55:55


    Send us a Text Message.I speak to the husband-and-wife team that quit their 9-5 to start a vintage clothing company that sells true vintage and vintage replicas, believing that clothing isn't just for a season, but for a lifetime.Support the Show.FOLLOW THE PODCAST:TikTokInstagramFacebookWATCH THE PODCAST:YoutubeDISCUSS THE PODCAST:DiscordFOLLOW ME:TiktokInstagramSUPPORT ME: PatreonTheme music by artists:https://www.instagram.com/_caineisable/https://www.instagram.com/adzonly/https://www.instagram.com/joecarnell2002/https://www.instagram.com/edward_3737/https://www.instagram.com/els.starr/

    The Joy of the Task

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 62:20


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    The Real Betty & Evelyn

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 61:58


    I speak to the stunning Jessica Kellgren-Fozard, a British online personality and YouTube powerhouse, known for her videos on disability awareness, LGBTQ+ history, and vintage fashion. Together, we discuss the struggles that queer people have faced throughout history, and the real Betty and Evelyn's of the world.Support the Show.FOLLOW THE PODCAST:TikTokInstagramFacebookWATCH THE PODCAST:YoutubeDISCUSS THE PODCAST:DiscordFOLLOW ME:TiktokInstagramSUPPORT ME: PatreonTheme music by artists:https://www.instagram.com/_caineisable/https://www.instagram.com/adzonly/https://www.instagram.com/joecarnell2002/https://www.instagram.com/edward_3737/https://www.instagram.com/els.starr/

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    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 27:13


    I contemplate all that I've learnt from this podcast so far by looking back on my travels to Japan, a country that epitomises the traditional vs modern debate. I talk about mental health, and the way that modern life has affected us over the last 80 years.  Support the Show.FOLLOW THE PODCAST:TikTokInstagramFacebookWATCH THE PODCAST:YoutubeDISCUSS THE PODCAST:DiscordFOLLOW ME:TiktokInstagramSUPPORT ME: PatreonTheme music by artists:https://www.instagram.com/_caineisable/https://www.instagram.com/adzonly/https://www.instagram.com/joecarnell2002/https://www.instagram.com/edward_3737/https://www.instagram.com/els.starr/

    Pin ups and Pigeons

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 65:36


    Watch what happens when one vintage pigeon girl sits down with another! Birds of a feather stick together!Support the Show.FOLLOW THE PODCAST:TikTokInstagramFacebookWATCH THE PODCAST:YoutubeDISCUSS THE PODCAST:DiscordFOLLOW ME:TiktokInstagramSUPPORT ME: PatreonTheme music by artists:https://www.instagram.com/_caineisable/https://www.instagram.com/adzonly/https://www.instagram.com/joecarnell2002/https://www.instagram.com/edward_3737/https://www.instagram.com/els.starr/

    Thrift Queen

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2024 57:54


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    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2024 54:11


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    Getting Nostalgic

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2024 66:09


    Nostalgia is a powerful thing, and in this episode, we talk to someone that has taken nostalgia to a whole new level, because Martin hasn't just bought back his childhood home, he's recreated it…Support the showFOLLOW THE PODCAST:TikTokInstagramFacebookWATCH THE PODCAST:YoutubeDISCUSS THE PODCAST:DiscordFOLLOW ME:TiktokInstagramSUPPORT ME: PatreonTheme music by artists:https://www.instagram.com/_caineisable/https://www.instagram.com/adzonly/https://www.instagram.com/joecarnell2002/https://www.instagram.com/edward_3737/https://www.instagram.com/els.starr/

    Grandma's House

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2024 60:38


    I speak to the internet's very own grandma, ‘Chubby Vintage Nana' and explore her social media fame, and why the world is so desperate for a comforting cuppa, and a listening ear.Support the showFOLLOW THE PODCAST:TikTokInstagramFacebookWATCH THE PODCAST:YoutubeDISCUSS THE PODCAST:DiscordFOLLOW ME:TiktokInstagramSUPPORT ME: PatreonTheme music by artists:https://www.instagram.com/_caineisable/https://www.instagram.com/adzonly/https://www.instagram.com/joecarnell2002/https://www.instagram.com/edward_3737/https://www.instagram.com/els.starr/

    Are we all depressed?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2024 25:34


    Is modern dead? With a surge of people choosing to live like it's the past, I start this series by asking the question: why? What are people escaping from in the present? And could re-creating the past be problematic?Support the showFOLLOW THE PODCAST:TikTokInstagramFacebookWATCH THE PODCAST:YoutubeDISCUSS THE PODCAST:DiscordFOLLOW ME:TiktokInstagramSUPPORT ME: PatreonTheme music by artists:https://www.instagram.com/_caineisable/https://www.instagram.com/adzonly/https://www.instagram.com/joecarnell2002/https://www.instagram.com/edward_3737/https://www.instagram.com/els.starr/

    Make Do and Mend? Podcast Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2024 1:20


    Is the modern world making us depressed? ‘Make Do and Mend?' takes a deep-dive into the opposing lifestyles of vintage vs modern, and why more and more people are choosing to live like it's the past. It will question what makes people want to escape the modern world, and which lifestyle is kinder to our planet.Support the showFOLLOW THE PODCAST:TikTokInstagramFacebookWATCH THE PODCAST:YoutubeDISCUSS THE PODCAST:DiscordFOLLOW ME:TiktokInstagramSUPPORT ME: PatreonTheme music by artists:https://www.instagram.com/_caineisable/https://www.instagram.com/adzonly/https://www.instagram.com/joecarnell2002/https://www.instagram.com/edward_3737/https://www.instagram.com/els.starr/

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