The Way They Were

If you stan some 1980s Ramsey Street nostalgia, then this episode will feel like you're back in the days of watching Neighbours twice a day and wondering if Mr Udagawa will be selling Lassiters, but if what I've just said means NOTHING to you, then fear not, as you'll be in exactly the same state as Chantal in this episode and her life is richer for this education, and so yours will be too.Who do we have to thank for this week's stunning couple of Stefan Dennis and Gillian Blakeney (aka Paul Robinson and Christina Alessi)? Well, this is the work of comedian Gearoid Farrelly, who finds a kindred spirit in Grainne for this deep dive into the real and fictional love lives of this once aspirational couple. But, who has thrived and who has just simply survived? You'll have to listen to find out, and we're sure it's 'gonna make you feel good'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The dream team are BACK and what a way to start the new series, as Grainne and Chantal welcome host of the fantastic 'Crushed' podcast, Margaret Cabourn-Smith to the show! And Margaret certainly doesn't disappoint when it comes to the couple she's brought to the table, the creators of Cool Britannia themselves, Patsy Kensit and Liam Gallagher. Although after hearing this, you might decide that they are definitely / maybe, not as cool as you might have thought back in 1995. Or perhaps it was a more innocent time, you decide.Management however will add the disclaimer that neither Patsy OR Liam were directly responsible for the invasion of any country... It's GREAT to be back! X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the most romantic podcast on your podcast proving app, it would be remiss of us not to get stuck in to the season of love with a Valentine's special and in doing so, Chantal and Grainne have created their own Freaky Friday, as our hosts swap roles for one day only. Now the shoe is on the other foot as Chantal surprises Grainne with who this week's subject matter will be - and no spoilers, but it would appear Grainne is better at setting the clues than she is at guessing them.But, don't worry, you don't need to riddle your way out of this one, as we'll just tell you right now, that this edition of The Way They Were is a Pete Davidson special! Not only has this guy accomplished HUGE things in his comedy career before the age of 30, but he's spent most of his 20s dating some of the world's most beautiful and accomplished women, from Ariana to Kim K and Sally Webster from Coronation Street's daughter in between - it's all been going on, but who has thrived and who has survived and WHO does Grainne want Cher to spend the rest of her life with? It's all here...Also, the team are taking a break for a few weeks, but don't worry, they'll be back in your ears on Good Friday, otherwise known as 7th April 2023 ... see you then XXX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's edition of TWTW has 1980s showbiz razzle dazzle in spades, thanks not only to musical comedian Vikki Stone, but also because of the couple she brought for us to celebrate.You'll be masking your excitement at the memories this romance will invoke, but don't get catty with the hot gossip... because Andrew Lloyd-Webber and Sarah Brightman are the darlings of 80s Westend... Well, Sarah definitely was anyway. This episode has the lot, royal cameos, Elaine Page and messing around in swimming pools, so sit back, relax and immerse yourself in this jacuzzi of musical mayhem...  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode is a full-on open-topped sports car tour of the 1980s... the music, car phones and musicals of the time are celebrated in full, as this week's guest, comedian, writer and podcaster, Matthew Crosby brings us the enduring on-off romance of Simon Cowell and Sinitta to pick through.The music mogul and creator of X-Factor have had a long documented relationship with the 80s singer, flip-flopping between friendship and romance for over 30 years, and as you can imagine, Grainne and Chantal were THRILLED to be able to take a deep dive into this incredible world of showbiz, heartbreak and oversharing on Twitter for your listening pleasure.You'll come away with the conclusion that Cowell is indeed 'So Macho'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, we have a guest who is a guru in the genre of why some relationships don't last the distance, it's comedian and author, Rosie Wilby!Rosie has written books and hosted podcasts on the theme of break-ups and so, it's no surprise that she could match the intel of Grainne and the encyclopedic mind of Chantal when she asked to talk about a couple whose tandemic rise to fame, a public shaming and ultimate break-up made the front pages throughout the 1990s.... ladies and gentlemen, please be up-standing for this week's couple... HUGH GRANT AND ELIZABETH HURLEY. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the week when two titans of the podcasting world collide, as Grainne and Chantal welcome the star of a show which solidified their bond, it's Alright Mary's Colin Drucker! As you would imagine, the host of a show which celebrates gay culture is going to BRING IT when it comes to our celebrity couple and Colin didn't disappoint, as we go back to a time before Gwynyth went Goop and celebrate the era of Brad Pitt and Gwyneth Paltrow! It's a roller coaster of emotions, as we discover so much about our star-crossed lovers, including Gwynyth's natural ability to shoot an arrow, and Brad's facial blindness... plus, we have perhaps the best suggestion for Cher's life partner to date!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What a CRACKING start to 2023, as not only do Grainne and Chantal welcome comedy royalty to the show, but the celebrity couple being celebrated is the epitome of 1970s cool....OK, let's not leave you hanging (on the telephone) for longer than necessary, picture this, if you will, as Jo Caulfield is here to talk about Debby Harry and Chris Stein!Yes, we're taking a deep dive into 1970s and early 80s New York, and EVERYONE is here, Blondie, Bowie, Iggy, Warhol and we're all heading off to CBGB, so go home and get changed into something appropriate and tell your mum you won't be back for dinner...after all, dreaming is free.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As we call a wrap on 2022, Grainne and Chantal sit by the fireside to contemplate the year just gone and look back at some of their, and your favourite episodes.And what a year it's been, from the bygone romances of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton to the on-off shenanigans of Miss Piggy and Kermit the Frog barely a stone has been left unturned by our wonderful guests, but, as you'll hear from our hosts, there are still many past celebrity couples we've yet to lament and some current ones, which are surely only weeks away from featuring on the show...From the whole team at The Way They Were, we'd like to thank you for all of your support and wish you a very happy and healthy 2023! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

He's been... yes Santi / Santa has emptied his Christmas sack early and given us this absolute treat of a show in which our hosts dish the dirt on the festive films they want YOU to watch, and no, Die Hard isn't on the list.We also hear about some real-life planes, trains and automobile moments in the rush to get home for the holidays. So pour yourselves an eggnog and glow in the company of our elvin hosts Grainne and Chantal.HAPPY CHRISTMAS ONE AND ALL! XX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices