The Legend of Lassie

Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageChildren's favourite Lassie has been with us in one way or another for more than 60 years. It's been shown in just about every country in the world and now most people refer to a Collie dog as a 'Lassie'. Here MIM's Ashley Byrne turns the clock back to the late 50s as he meets Jon Provost who played Timmy, Lassie's friend in the CBS TV series from 1957 to 1964. NOTE: This interview was conducted before the current self isolating and social distancing rules were put in place. Distinct Nostalgia is produced by MIM Productions: www.madeinmanchester.tvTwitter @mimproductions@Distinct_byMIMAll Distinct Nostalgia episodes can now also be found at www.distinctnostalgia.comIdeas for shows, documentaries, reunions and even drama should be sent via the contact us page on www.distinctnostalgia.com Distinct Nostalgia is brought to you in partnership with Life Rooms and Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust. #StayingWellStayingHome!  Go to liferooms.orgThe Distinct Nostalgia Theme Tune is composed by Rebecca Applin and Chris Warner. Support the show