Remember that first bite of a Finders Crispy Pancake? The distinctive blue salt packet in your Salt 'n' Shake crisps? That strange concoction called Sunny D that parents feared would send children bouncing off walls? We're diving deep into the forgotten flavours of British childhoods in this nostalgic feast of an episode.

Prompted by a listener request, we explore the foods that defined growing up in the UK during the 80s and 90s – from the trauma of school dinner horrors to the simple joy of a fish finger sandwich. The conversation ranges from extinct cereals like Start and Riceicles to the processed food marvels of Turkey Dinosaurs and potato shapes. We debate whether pancakes should ever be served with gravy (spoiler: yes!) and reminisce about the garishly coloured Panda Pops that were the highlight of every school disco.

Food memories connect us not just to our own past but to each other, creating shared cultural touchpoints that define a generation. Whether it's remembering the exact taste of Angel Delight, the disappointment of a Baked Bean Pizza, or the strange packaging of Mighty White bread, these foods shaped our palates and our childhood experiences. Some have disappeared forever, others have merely been rebranded, but all occupy a special place in our hearts.

What childhood food brings back your strongest memories? Drop us a message at whorememberspod@outlook.com and share your own food nostalgia – we'd love to hear which treats you miss the most and which school dinner experiences still haunt your dreams!

Remember the days when urban myths spread through school playgrounds like wildfire, unchallenged by the instant fact-checking power of smartphones? Those pre-internet tall tales had a special kind of magic – they lingered in our collective imagination, growing more elaborate with each retelling.

In this nostalgic deep-dive, we unpack some of the most persistent urban legends that many of us once accepted as gospel truth. From the supposed ghost boy haunting Three Men and a Baby to Captain Pugwash's crew with their allegedly rude names, these myths survived for decades before being easily debunked by a quick Google search.

We explore the psychology behind why these stories had such staying power, examining how the "friend of a friend" nature of urban myths made them particularly believable. The hand-licking murderer tale that terrified sleepovers, the elaborate car theft/theater tickets burglary scheme, and the persistent warning that swans can break your arm – each reveals something about our pre-internet relationship with information and our willingness to believe extraordinary claims.

Some myths were harmless fun, others played on deeper fears, but all were part of a shared cultural experience that seems increasingly distant in our age of instant verification. The episode also features personal stories of myths we believed and even perpetuated, including a particularly convincing (but entirely false) rumor about the final episode of children's show Bagpuss that's had one of us questioning reality for decades.

Join us for this entertaining journey through the urban legends that shaped our understanding of the world before we could simply ask Siri if they were true. What myths did you believe? Share your stories with us on social media or via email at whorememberspod@outlook.com.

The once-ubiquitous Working Men's Clubs stand as fading monuments to a different Britain – one where community bonds were stronger, drinks were cheaper, and everyone knew your business. In this nostalgic journey, we explore these unique social institutions that have seen three-quarters of their numbers disappear over the past fifty years.

Founded in 1857 in Reddish, Stockport, Working Men's Clubs emerged as non-profit membership organizations providing recreation (and theoretically education) for working-class men. Unlike pubs, not just anyone could wander in – you needed membership or to be signed in by an existing member. What made them special? For starters, the drinks were significantly cheaper, thanks to freedom from brewery ties and minimal overhead costs. But the real magic lay in their function as community hubs.

We reminisce about the unique entertainment ecosystem within these clubs – the "turns" (comedians and bands) who would perform on weekends, the serious games of dominoes and darts that fostered friendly rivalry between neighboring clubs, and peculiar traditions like the "cockle man" who would visit selling seafood and sweets. For children dragged along by parents or grandparents, a glass bottle of Coca-Cola and a packet of crisps represented the height of luxury, while committee men ruled their domains with sometimes comical authority.

The decline of these institutions tells a broader story about changing Britain. As traditional industries disappeared, smoking bans took effect, and younger generations found different forms of entertainment, Working Men's Clubs struggled to maintain relevance. Chains like Wetherspoons captured their affordability without the membership requirements, but lost the community spirit that made the originals special.

Want to experience this vanishing world for yourself? We suggest heading to seaside towns like Chapel St Leonards or Skegness, where some of these traditions live on. Better hurry though – this quintessential piece of British working-class culture won't be around forever. Share your own Working Men's Club memories with us at whorememberspod@outlook.com or find us on social media @WhoRemembersPod.