Hello, and welcome back to our My 70’s TV Childhood Podcast! This week, we’re embracing the spirit of the 70s summer with a special quiz dedicated to those unforgettable holiday TV shows. Whether you’re sipping a gin and tonic or a simple lemonade, grab your quiz hat, and let’s step back into a time of endless summer days and classic TV magic.
Round One: Holiday Special
- What was the original full name of the BBC show which later became known as “Why Don’t You?”
- On ITV, the psychedelic, possibly drug-influenced show H R Pufnstuf featured which English actor? Bonus: What film role shot him to fame?
- From which country did the animated series “The Little Mole” originate?
- What was the name of the friendly dolphin in the cartoon series “Marine Boy”?
- Who portrayed Buck Rogers in the 1930s and 1940s serials “Buck Rogers in the 25th Century”?
Round Two: Marathon – Fil Rouge
- What excuse did my parents always use for not holidaying outside the UK?
- Recalling our family holiday in Yorkshire during the scorching summer of 1976, what was my highlight?
- Who played Robinson Crusoe in the repeated school holiday series “The Adventures of Robinson Crusoe”?
- In “The Banana Splits,” which cartoon featured a shape-changing magician? What was his magical phrase?
- “Hergé’s Adventures of Tintin” featured which two bowler-hatted detectives? Hint: They also inspired an 80s pop group’s name.
Round Three: Name That Tune (you will need to tune into the My 70’s TV Childhood Podcast! For this one)
Round Four: TV Times
- In “Champion the Wonder Horse,” who was the boy that shared adventures with Champion?
- Who drove the Cannonball Express in the TV series?
- “Vision On,” a staple for holiday viewing, featured Tony Hart, Sylvester McCoy, and which woman who performed sign language?
- In “Bewitched,” what were the names of the married couple central to the story, one of whom was a witch?
- Who narrated “The Magic Roundabout,” a daily treat during the holidays in 1972?
Bonus Question: The Monkees was a regular on holiday TV during the 70’s. Can you name all the members (no peeking!)?
How did you do on this trip down memory lane? Whether you aced the quiz or found it a bit challenging, we hope you enjoyed this nostalgic journey. Don’t forget to share your scores, send in any comments or memories, and like, rate, and review our podcast. Join us next week for another episode and in two weeks for more quiz fun! Enjoy your summer, stay safe, and keep reliving the magic of a 70’s TV childhood with us.
Take care,
Oliver
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