One Foot in the Podcast - One Foot in the Grave

Welcome back to The 3 Comidos discussing how the location jolly went in Thetford, Norfolk.Apple:The 3 Comidos - Podcast- Apple PodcastsSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/6fP5pYlQAt9ymNln4Xq7FU?si=aef98756835b49b7

Now listen up, (wo)men - this is not a One Foot in the Grave related podcast episode.This is me, with my co-host from The 3 Comidos (Dazza) talking about the Dad's Army location tour in Thetford: Live from the grotty hotel bedroom I stayed at. But it was once good enough for the cast of Dad's Army, so it was good enough for us. Sadly, our other co-host (Si) was not with us for the podcasting bit, but was for the actual tour.The reason for the release of the episode through my podcast channel, is to hopefully drive in some more listeners over at The 3 Comidos podcast - a general comedy podcast which we think you'll enjoy. It needs a bit of love and support. Thanks for listening. Go and subscribe and listen to our back catalogue of episodes here:Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-3-comidos/id1715200455Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/6fP5pYlQAt9ymNln4Xq7FU?si=011ae1a33961435d

Chris, of 'The Brittas Empire podcast' joins me to run through the A-Z of One Foot. Basically, thinking of as many associated words/phrases throughout! I bet we missed plenty, but do get in touch to let us know where we fell flat!

Where would you place each episode of each series? It's bloody hard - but Mike and I compare notes and reveal our personal favourite episodes from position 6 to position 1, series by series. What does your ranking look like? Don't misread that question.

Skilled pianist, Adam, joins me for more One foot musings. He brings with him a fun little musical game to add to the mix.

Ant returns to lead on observations and theories about Billy & Meg, Patrick's first interaction with the Meldrews and other nonsensical matters!

'I am delighted to celebrate the 5th anniversary of releasing the very first episode of this podcast. It's hard to believe it's already been five years! I have the pleasure of welcoming our pod's first-ever guest, Ben Shaw. Ben is not just the brainiest fan of the show, but also a very clever man. He has been a fantastic guest and a dedicated supporter of the podcast over the years. Based on feedback, he remains a fan favourite.'

Sarah G, long time listener of the podcast returns to participate in a few games in this ramble series of episodes.

Welcome back to part 2 - a ramble with friend of the pod, Ant. He doesn't half come up with some meaty observations. I love it - hope you enjoy!

Returning guest, Ant, joins me this week - as he puts forward some observational questions to me. Hope you enjoy it and please get in touch - I will reply!

Welcome to this year's festive special, with guests Dan and Ant. The re-review of this Brian Murphy spectacular. Enjoy!

A horrifying welcome to you, blooded listeners. Welcome to the Halloween spesh. We dissect as many spooky moments throughout the series as possible. Did we miss any?

One Foot in the Podcast welcomes a professional musician and friend of the pod, Adam James. A couple of rounds of One Foot themed games and general discussion to get your dose of One Foot injected into your lugholes once more. If you read this bit - please contact me to say... you read this bit. Cheers!

Was Victor Meldrew completely faultless in life? Could he have executed things differently when going full throttle in his pursuit to fight against the crappy things faced in society? My good mate, Dan 'the beefcake' Heath (nickname not verified) debated with me on as many Victor scenarios as we could think of. Please get in touch! onefootinthepodcast@gmail.com Follow me on Twitter and join the Facebook group page.

One of the best conversations I've had on the podcast. Susie Belbin was a producer/director for a whole host of shows, including: One Foot in the Grave (S1-S5) Jonathan Creek Are you being Served? Bread Hi-de-Hi! 'Allo! 'Allo! It Ain't Half Hot Mum Only Fools and Horses (S4) She also worked with Morecambe and Wise. Her CV is impressive and her experience, knowledge and pioneering ways of directing was all to see. A huge thank you to Susie for speaking to me and treating you fans of British comedy.

Hallo! All 3 of my guests are from the Manchester area. We met up a few weeks ago for lunch and a One Foot chinwag. Consider this pod a debrief of that. It's a longy - so, plan that long distance travel or dog walk well.

Remember all those times I and other listeners would reference "the Webber book" which became my trusted bible? Well, a great coup was had by the pod with having the man himself on for a chinwag about his marvellous book 'The Complete One Foot in the Grave'.

It's Easter - why not? Joining me is friend and fellow podder, Si Smith of the Men Behaving Badly podcast 'Don't Forget Your Goodbye Gherkins' & co-host of The 3 Comidos. A couple of quizzes, a 'where are they now' chat and a discussion on who we'd cast in One Foot in the Grave if it were to make a return. Thanks for downloading.

I attended the Only Fools and Horses convention and met the legend that is Sir David Jason. At long last! I speak my thoughts on the drive home.

One Foot in the Podcast outro music creator, Anthony Satterthwaite chinwags with me about 'Wisdom of the Witch' - which the alternative title given would suggest we get quite iritated with the person responsible for Victor nearly being killed. I mean, he is eventually killed but had Renwick had other ideas, we'd have been starved of 2 more specials and a final series. Merry Christmas. Tom Griff 

He was supposed to turn up on the pod for the usual Sunday slot, but alas, he arrived Wednesday! So, in the spirit of Chippy Joe, this pod is being released on a Wednesday. Jonathan Kydd was so easy to natter with and a man of many talents. Thank you for downloading.

Part 2 of the unplanned ramble. A cheeky couple of games mid way through for you to play along.

Hello and welcome. Pod regulars, Si and Dazza join me to quite simply, keep me company. It's just us talking. Mainly about comedy. I hope it inspires....someone? It won't, but we had great fun.

Doreen Mantle, aged 97, has sadly passed away as announced today by her agent. Si, Darren and I pay tribute to one of the comedy greats in TV sitcom history. We loved Mrs. Warboys, but she will live on in the One Foot in the Grave universe forever more.

This has got to be a first, but I recorded and uploaded a podcast outside of Victor Meldrew's house. Just a short and sweet live transmission of my thoughts on the show whilst I holiday in the Poole area.

I'm podding with Jen, a resident in the Christchurch area. Which was the only excuse I needed to do some podding once again. We have a general One Foot natter, chucked in a quiz, a quick-fire round and a Desert Island Discs special.

Picking up where we left off with part 2 of the Renwick special.

Hello! David Renwick makes his fourth appearance on the podcast (not that I'm counting), to talk about for the most part, Jonathan Creek. Jonathan Creek remains one of the, if not the greatest mystery drama comedy out there, in my opinion. It stands the test of time. Si and I throw several questions David's way (poor man) and the three of us had fun discussing this other masterpiece of David's. P.S Happy Birthday to Si!

Back with a sequel to the "one-off" Creek discussion from the other week. One of our favourite Creek episodes just had to be aired in review form.

Welcome back to part 2 (of 2), closing the final couple of chapters of David Renwick's 'One Foot in the Grave and Counting'. Social experiment - if you are one of the probable few who reads the gubbins in this podcast upload, get in touch and let me know that you read this! And then introduce yourself!

I finally got round to reading David Renwick's 'One Foot in the Grave and Counting' novel released October 2021. I for one was grateful to have some new material to review, albeit there being some very familiar storylines, there was plenty to sink my teeth into given the subtleties in differences between the TV series and this book. Plus, some organic One Foot material! You know the drill - get in touch with me to talk One Foot. Do it. Now! Still not done it?

Welcome! This could be the dawn of a new era in One Foot in the Podcast land - in the respect that perhaps I'll be doing more of a diverse route into discussing some of Britain's finest TV shows? Or perhaps not. I've always wanted to go down the Jonathan Creek rabbit hole and particularly withmy old school mate, Si Marsh. He is very much the Creek to my Meldrew. He is a Creek fanatic and it was great fun topic jumping in the world of Creek, written by the genius David Renwick.  

Matt from South Africa joins me to talk through the series 1 finale episode.

Ben Shaw was the first ever guest on the podcast and here he is, helping to close the rewatch series. The last of the episodes I had previously only ever reviewed alone.

A lovely little getaway at April and Vince's boarding house in Bournemouth, two pretty young ladies somewhat gazing over Victor and some monumental misunderstandings of the highest proportion, whip up a bit of a storm for the Meldrews on this not so relaxing holiday. Sarah joins me this week as she helps to dissect this episode and explore the psyche of the main characters. Contact me @onefootinthepod on Twitter, One Foot in the Podcast on Facebook & Instagram + email onefootinthepodcast@gmail.com

Here's a bonus extra from Rach and her pops, Tim, where they head-off for a quick quiz and take it in turns to reveal their ultimate One Foot themed experience if stranded on a desert island.

Rach (formally Miss. Penycate, now Mrs. Rowatt) and her dad, Tim, join me to discuss 'Who Will Buy'. This is a podcast first having two guests on at the same time to discuss a regular episode. It's also a first having a guest and their relative join the show! Watch out for a proceeding episode of fun and games that follows.

Hello! This week, it's a bit of an alternative take on all things reviews. Richard and I do discuss Dramatic Fever, but it's not picked through like a fine-tooth comb like usual. This is a more informal and relaxed approach and often us going off topic! You'll find Richard over at BBC Radio Sounds and on his ever-popular Stereo Underground slot.

Thank you for downloading - Graham joins me with the dissecting of this great second episode involving some animal tragedy, TCP and a decorative nightmare for the Meldrews.

Welcome back to this rewatch edition of the pod, where listeners get involved in discussing the episodes I previously recorded alone - and it's great to be discussing the series 2 opener with new guest, Dan Clay. Dan was fantastic and he even introduces a brand new feature to the pod - with the help of his daughter, Dotty! 

Merry Christmas! Here's a little special treat for One Foot in the Grave viewers on the eve of Christmas 2022. The lovely Cathy Shipton, veteran of Casualty, but to us, will always be 'Mrs. Burridge', delighted in joining me for a podcast Christmas special to cover her experience in 'Who's Listening'. Wow! Another One Foot in the Grave cast member to add to the list and how amazing it was to talk to her about such a Christmassy special of the series. Please visit https://www.crisis.org.uk which Cath supports year in, year out. See what you might be able to do to help!

We return for part 2 of this Christmassy review of a wonderful and special episode of David Renwick's.

Review a Christmas special I've already done two years ago? Why not? It's Christmas! (If you are downloading this at the appropriate time of year) My good friend, Ant, considers this his most favourite episode of them all and I had a lot of fun nerdgasming over this festive special. Ant is responsible for the One Foot in the Podcast rendition of Eric Idle's 'One Foot in the Grave' as played on the organ.

This is Doreen Mantle talking to presenter Pat Sissons before the screening of One Foot in the Algarve HD. Need I say more, have fun listening!

Here all of the shenanigans that occurred with presenters Richard Latto and Alex Dyke ahead of the One Foot in the Algarve HD screening. This includes a little stint on stage with me, a quiz and a bit of gentle banter with the audience. Cheers!

I was invited on to Katie Martin's morning show the morning after the night before, of the great One Foot in the Algarve event at The Regent in Christchurch. https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/live:bbc_radio_solent

I welcome the man responsible for the upcoming One Foot in the Algarve night on Friday 4th November 2022. Richard talks about how the idea first came about, the process to upscaling from original film and talks me through his One Foot in the Desert Island wishlist. Follow Richard on Twitter @RichardLatto

Well, would you believe that? Richard Latto of BBC Radio Solent has only gone and done something wonderful for you all. Listen for more details. For more information, visit https://www.theregent.co.uk/event/72207 Children In Need 2022 @RichardLatto

Cape Town's finest competes in some fun and games! We're talking a quiz on series 1, One Foot in the Desert Island & a quick-fire One Foot questionnaire! Please leave a review and help get One Foot spoken more of over the interweb!

To round-off the opening series of One Foot in the Grave, I am joined by a former guest who has made previous appearances on the pod. It's Matt from South Africa. Please leave a review - for Victor's sake!

Friend and host of 'Don't Forget Your Goodbye Gherkins' helps to breakdown the penultimate episode of series 1. Rendition of the outro was performed by Organist and Pianist, Anthony Satterthwaite