LaTina was a Spanish restaurant, frequented by John and his family.John describes the unique atmosphere and remembers fondly how this little gem surved up exquisite food and wine on several of his family holidays.Even Quasimodo makes an appeara

A Meal Fit for a King!!!

Jan 29th, 2023 4m 16s

We're Back!!!!We had an extended Christmas break, but now we're back with another story from John.In this episode John talks about about a funny memory from one of his Spanish holidays..... highlights include a Frenchman's poodle and Alan the r

Spanish Holidays!

Dec 14th, 2022 5m 15s

John takes us back to his Spanish holidays from the 1970's, on one particular trip John & his wife are being evicted from their camp site!Don't forget to download & subscribe to receive the next episode.

The Easter Rugby Tour Part 2

Dec 4th, 2022 6m 11s

John concludes this 2 part story regarding the Easter Rugby TourDon't forget to download & subscribe to receive the next episode.

The Easter Rugby Tour Part 1

Nov 27th, 2022 6m 46s

Part 1 of this 2 parter is all about John's memories from his early rugby days.Specifically the 1952-1953 season which includes the much anticipated 'end of season tour' to London.The tension mounts as the boys of Pontadullais await the call-up

From Slagheaps to Pyramids Part 4

Nov 20th, 2022 6m 13s

John concludes this four part series as his journey ends in Egypt, he describes his tour in detail including 'donkey mess on the train' & 'jumping rats' at the barracks!Enjoy! & remember 'what goes on tour, stays on tour'.Don't forget to downlo

From Slagheaps to Pyramids Part 3

Nov 13th, 2022 5m 14s

John continues with part 3 in this 4 part seriesDon't forget to download & subscribe to receive the next episode.

From Slagheaps to Pyramids Part 2

Nov 13th, 2022 5m 30s

John continues his story in Part 2 of this 4 part seriesDon't forget to download & subscribe to receive the next episode.

From Slagheaps to Pyramids Part 1

Nov 6th, 2022 5m 46s

Join John as he describes more of his memories… From Slagheaps to Pyramids is a 4 part series focusing on his early years growing up in South Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿.Don't forget to download & subscribe to receive the next episode.

The 11 Arches

Oct 30th, 2022 16m 14s

Enjoy this extended short story, where John describes one of his fondest memories...John takes us back to a particular time as a young boy from Pontarddulais in South Wales, he talks about his exploits surrounding the local landmark known as th

The Flying Banana

Oct 23rd, 2022 5m 46s

In this episode John takes on the flying banana.As a young boy from Pontarddulais, in South Wales, John once again takes us down memory lane as he describes the goings on in and around his home town.Don't forget to download & subscribe to recei

Harry Birdett & The Feret!

Oct 23rd, 2022 8m 39s

In this short story, John describes his visit to the cinema as a young boy, and his memories of the local fish & chip shop, which on one particular occasion takes a turn for the worse, can you guess what happens?Don't forget to download & subsc

Village People Part 3

Oct 16th, 2022 4m 37s

Join John in this final episode of his early years, as he describes more of the local people who would 'come and go' in the village of Pontarddulais.Mr Messer, The onion seller & The knife grinder!Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to receive the next e

Village People Part 2

Oct 16th, 2022 6m 15s

John continues his walk down memory lane, as he tells us about his early years living in and around Pontarddulais in South Wales...Enjoy this episode as he describes some more of the characters from the Bont!Including Mrs Jones 'The Cockels' &

Village People Part 1

Oct 7th, 2022 5m 15s

John talks about some of the sights and sounds from the Bont!John's birthplace Pontarddulais comes to life as he desribes his memories of this small village in South Wales.Don't forget to download & subscribe to receive the next episode.

My Special Village

Oct 7th, 2022 6m 20s

Sit back, relax and listen as John remembers his early years as a young boy growing up the village of Pontarddulais in South Wales.90 years on, John describes how the coal miners, steel workers and their families went about their daily business

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