First Suits, Black Cabs & Legendary Encounters

05/01/2026 35 min Temporada 1 Episodio 28
First Suits, Black Cabs & Legendary Encounters

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In this episode of Rambling Retro Nonsense, we take a delightful stroll down memory lane, starting with our first suits and the awkward, itchy outfits of childhood weddings. From Dorothy Perkins frills to Miami Vice–inspired blazers, we explore how these rites of passage shape our sense of style and adulthood. We wander further into nostalgic territory with stories of classic train buffet trolleys, cheese shops at Victoria Station, and the small joys of black cab rides across London at sunset—complete with the sounds of The Kinks and Sinatra setting the scene. Of course, it wouldn't be a proper ramble without meeting some unforgettable characters along the way. Sue Pollard, Joanna Lumley, Woody Allen, and even a brush with Jacob Rees-Mogg make appearances in our tales of celebrity encounters, cocktails, and dinner plans that could rival any movie scene. Expect laughter, a touch of nostalgia, and a few corkscrew anecdotes along the way—because some stories just need a bit of liquid courage to be told properly. Highlights in this episode: Duncan's first suit adventure at Burton's and the Miami Vice influence. Hayley's childhood wedding memories, itchy sequins, and Polaroid frustrations. Nostalgic train buffet trolleys, cheese shops, and black cab rides. Celebrity encounters: Sue Pollard, Woody Allen, Joanna Lumley, and more. Reflections on iconic comedy and enduring legacies. Join the conversation: What's the most unforgettable outfit or travel memory from your own past that still makes you smile (or cringe) today? Send us your story! WhatsApp: 07405 341 500 (texts or voice notes welcome!) Email: [email protected] Subscribe, leave a review, and share your own first-suit or memorable black-cab stories—we'd love to hear them!