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A Trip Down Ducketts Passage
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We head back to the 1990's... or is that the 1940's...??... as we revisit Gary Sparrow's time travelling bigamy adventures.We will be reviewing hit 90's sitcom, Goodnight Sweetheart, chopping up scene-by-scene as we travel down Ducketts Passage for our nostalgic fix.Join the conversation, and follow us at -Instagram - @duckettspodFacebook - Ducketts PassageTwitter/X - @duckettspodor email us at [email protected]
Episodes
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S5 - Ep 5 - Pennies from Heaven
Gary is in desperate need of Ron’s help! Gary needs white fivers printing and he needs them quick as he is broke in the 1940s. Ron is reluctant to help Gary because Gary has stopped him from going back to the 1940s, and Gary has a lot of making up to do before Ron will even contemplate helping…
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S5 - Ep 4 - Mairzy Doats
Gary’s 1940’s world is turned upside down when Ron manages to make it through the time portal to experience World War ll life. Ron’s erratic behaviour leads to questions being asked by Reg and Phoebe, leaving Gary wondering what he has to do to get Ron back to 1998 immediately. On the podcast: A...
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S5 - Ep 3 - When Two Worlds Collide
When an unexploded bomb is found down by Ducketts Passage, Gary is in full panic mode especially when the bomb suddenly explodes. Much to Gary’s relief, Gary finds that he is still able to use his time portal to get back to the 90s… but he isn’t the only person that is able to use it, as Phoebe...
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S5 - Ep 2 - London Pride
Phoebe is feeling the pressures of moving to the West End, after a trip to the butchers to get some meat, gives her an insight to how cruel the class barriers can be. Help is on hand from Noel Coward though, which sees Gary and Phoebe return to the butcher to put him in his place. Meanwhile in…
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S5 - Ep 1 - A Room with a View
Gary and Phoebe are adapting to their new lives as parents, especially as they go through the sleepless nights stage, as Michael seems to be grizzly through the night. Phoebe orders Gary to take Michael out for a late night walk in his pushchair in an attempt to settle him. However, disaster...
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Spin Off Special #5
Our search for the ultimate TV theme tune continues as we look at 12 TV Quiz and Game shows in Heat Five of our competition. Listen to all 12 theme tunes and let me know your top three from the heat. Cast your vote by commenting on social media posts, sending me a private message, or by emailing...
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S4 - Ep11 - The Bells Are Ringing
The time has come to welcome a new life into the world as Phoebe goes into labour, but it doesn’t go as smoothly as Phoebe and Gary would like thanks to the midwife passing out due to too much alcohol. Make way for Margie though who steps in to save the day! Meanwhile back in the 90s it’s all…
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S4 - Ep 10 - Careless Talk
With the arrival of Baby Sparrow just around the corner, Phoebe and Gary are far from prepared. With the nursery needing to be decorated and furniture still to be bought, Gary isn't worried as he knows he can sort it by using money to pay for a decorator and then to fund a trip to Harrods. One...
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S4 - Ep 9 - Heartaches
The Wedding Day has arrived for Gary and Phoebe, however it is anything but plain sailing for the celebrating couple! First and foremost Gary will actually need to wake up in the 1990s to ensure he can get to the church in time. After a heavy night of celebrating two stag parties, Gary isn't…
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S4 - Ep 8 - Come Fly With Me
It’s Stag Do time!! However, how many men have two stag parties… fifty years apart??!! Well Gary does, and as expected plenty of alcohol is consumed by Gary, Reg and Ron. What Gary doesn’t plan for though, is being kidnapped by Canadian troops at the end of the night, leaving him wondering if…
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S4 - Ep 7 - Easy Living
Gary seems to be upsetting all that are close to him in both time eras. In the 1940s, Phoebe is struggling with all of the wedding planning, especially with Gary not pulling his weight, while Reg is struggling with all of the gossiping going around about his living arrangements with Margie. In…
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S4 - Ep 6 - How Long Has This Been Going On?
A trip to the cinema gets Phoebe thinking about how they can give their future child the best possible start in life. Yvonne’s hopes of being a mother suffer a devastating blow as she returns home from Korea, as it now seems that Gary will have to make Yvonne his priority for the time being.…
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S4 - Ep 5 - The Leaving of Liverpool
Gary and Phoebe are heading north to Liverpool to visit Phoebe’s Gran, to break the news to her about their engagement and also that they are expecting a baby together. In the 90s Ron is intrigued about Gary’s Liverpool trip, and tells Gary that it was around this time back in 1942, that his...
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S4 - Ep 4 - And Mother Came Too
Yvonne is still out in Korea, and Gary is back from rainy 1940s Kent, but there’s bad news in both eras in one way or another. In the 90s Ron finds Stella having an affair which leads to Ron reacting in a rather violent way that sees him locked up in a cell, whilst back in the 40s, some shocking...
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S4 - Ep 3 - Out of Town
Yvonne is off to work in Korea for a few weeks, which gives Gary the perfect chance to take Phoebe away for a little holiday. Gary’s plans are scuppered though as Yvonne plans to phone Gary every night, and then with his Dad visiting out of the blue, Gary calls on Ron to help him with his…
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S4 - Ep 2 - In The Mood
Phoebe and Yvonne are both struggling with the side effects of being pregnant. Whether it’s morning sickness or mood swings, Gary is still trying to get to grips with how the two ladies of his life are coping. Yvonne reminds Gary that they are looking after their nephew for a few days. A simple...
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Bonus Episode - An Interview with Dave from Idiot Box Books
I was lucky enough to talk with Dave from Idiot Box Books, which is the company that is hoping to raise enough funds to get a new Goodnight Sweetheart book published. Dave and I talk about our shared love for Goodnight Sweetheart, and why they have chosen to revive the classic sitcom in book…
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S4 - Ep 1 - You're Driving Me Crazy
Gary is feeling the pressure as he contemplates what being a father is going to be like whilst living in two decades, fifty years apart. Yvonne drops a bombshell that leads her to question if the memorabilia shop is financially worth keeping. Back in the 40s, a ‘get rich quick’ plan nearly lands...
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Series Three Recap
In preparation for the new series of 'A Trip Down Ducketts Passage', we take a look back at the major talking points of Series Three of Goodnight Sweetheart, so that are memories are refreshed ready for the start of Series Four! We look back at the birth of Blitz 'n' Pieces, the train wreck that…
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Spin Off Special #4
Our search for the ultimate TV theme tune continues as we look at 12 Long Running BBC Entertainment shows in Heat Four of our competition. Listen to all 12 theme tunes and let me know your top three from the heat. Cast your vote by commenting on social media posts, sending me a private message…
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S3 - Ep 10 - Let’s Get Away From It All
Gary’s world is turned upside down in both eras, as the two ladies of his life both decide to entertain the idea of moving into new properties. Just as Gary seems to come to terms with the upheaval, he is dealt a double hammer blow that will change his life forever. Also on this episode - We say...
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S3 - Ep 9 - The Yanks are Coming
Back in the 1940’s the Americans have arrived in Britain to help out in the war, and it’s The Royal Oak where they have chosen to relax and have a drink. Phoebe and Reg are overjoyed at all of these new exciting individuals… Gary, however, isn’t as thrilled! When one of the Americans starts…
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S3 - Ep 8 - Someone to Watch Over Me
Gary is playing the ‘sickness’ card as he tries to convince Yvonne that he was too poorly to go to the job interview that Yvonne had arranged for him. While back in the 40’s, there are no fake illnesses, just a serious illness, as Phoebe is hospitalised with pneumonia, leaving Gary worried for…
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S3 - Ep 7 - There's Something About a Soldier
Gary’s life back in the 1940’s comes crumbling down after hearing about an article in the local gazette, regarding a familiar face returning home . Could this bring an end to Phoebe and Gary’s relationship? Back in the 1990’s, Yvonne is feeling positive for the future that she has with Gary, and...
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S3 - Ep 6 - Turned Out Nice Again
Bumper Episode! When Gary bursts into song at the Royal Oak for a lady celebrating her birthday, an old face appears who wants to use the song that Gary has sung, for a well known entertainer that they are representing. Gary must think fast to prevent a Beatles song becoming popular before Paul...
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In Conversation with Julie French
As a festive treat for our time travelling listeners, I bring you a bonus episode of 'A Trip Down Ducketts Passage', where I talk at length to a very special guest. I am joined by Julie French, who comes onto the podcast to talk about her own timeslip experiences, that have occurred during the...
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S3 - Ep 5 - Goodnight Children Everywhere
The Sparrows have an unexpected guest turn up at their door, after Ron has been kicked out by Stella. While at first angry with her new lodger, Yvonne warms to having Ron around after finding out what Stella is getting up to behind Ron’s back. Gary has major worries about Ron and Yvonne’s...
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S3 - Ep 4 - Change Partners
Ron is still suffering with his marriage woes, despite putting in the effort to rectify the issues. Gary tries to offer Ron some advice, seeing as he is an expert in maintaining two relationships… advice which makes things worse for Ron. Things aren’t as rosy as Gary thinks when it comes to his...
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S3 - Ep 3 - It’s a Sin To Tell a Lie
Things get even worse for Ron on the marriage front, and he needs Gary more than ever before. Self-centred Gary would rather accuse Ron of being a jealous friend, as it seems some forged banknotes back in the 40’s, have Gary at the centre of a counterfeit money scam. Gary accuses Ron of printing...
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S3 - Ep 2 - One O'Clock Jump
Gary seems to be on top form as he helps Yvonne when it comes to looking for a job, while also discovering a life changing secret that brings unexpected joy to Reg’s life. Ron and Stella’s marriage woes go from bad to worse, and after all of the hard work that Gary puts in to help Yvonne find a...
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S3 - Ep 1 - It Ain’t Necessarily So
Gary and Yvonne arrive home from their skiing trip just in time to see the New Year in. With an upcoming New Year’s Eve party to look forward to, there will be a notable absentee, but not in the form of Gary, who has it all worked out so that he can see in the New Year with both of the women in…
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1995 Christmas Special - Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea
With Ducketts Plaza fully built, Gary wastes no time at all in securing one of the units to set up his World War ll memorabilia shop. Gary must choose a unit wisely though, as he needs to ensure that he is able to access 1941 via the back yard, as he hasn’t seen Phoebe for quite some time. Yvonne...
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Spin Off Special #3
Our search for the ultimate TV theme tune continues as we look at 12 UK sitcoms in Heat Three of our competition. Listen to all 12 theme tunes and cast your vote for your favourite. Cast your vote by commenting on social media posts, sending me a private message, or by emailing the show. The 12...
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S2 - Ep 10 - Don’t Fence Me In
Phoebe is worried when she learns her pub licence is set to be revoked, and comes up against a tricky character who stands in her way of keeping the pub. Meanwhile, Gary's in danger of losing his route to the past when a development project begins in Duckett's Passage. Is this the end of Gary’s...
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S2 - Ep 9 - Let Yourself Go
Gary’s world is turned upside down, and his double life is put at risk after Yvonne announces that she is pregnant. Gary clearly doesn’t know how to act around kids, but after a holiday away with Phoebe to see her younger cousins, Gary starts feeling a bit more comfortable about the prospect of...
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S2 - Ep 8 - Nice Work If You Can Get It
Being an entertainer in two different eras, starts to take its toll on Gary, as he clearly has taken on more than he can handle. With concerns from Phoebe, Yvonne and Ron, Gary heads to the doctor to ask for help, and once medicated it all gets a bit too much for Gary and his life as a performer....
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S2 - Ep 7 - Would You Like To Swing On a Star
Under the guise of being paid for working for Ron, Gary gives Yvonne money earned by taking items from 1941 and selling them to a record collector. Yvonne has become the leading lady in the Willesden Wildians but Gary objects to her doing a love scene with the leading man and thinks up a plan so...
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S2 - Ep 6 - ...As You Wave Me Goodbye
As Gary continues to find it hard adapting to life in the 1940’s, Gary makes the choice to return to the 1990’s. Gary hasn’t been missed though, and slots back into his double life. When Gary returns to the 1940’s, he is seen as a chicken for not doing his Firewatch duty. Gary silences his…
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S2 - Ep 5 - Wish Me Luck...
Yvonne has been given a promotion at work, and although at first Gary is over the moon for his wife, his world is turned upside down when it means that they would have to relocate to Cheshire. Gary comes up with a ludicrous plan to avoid moving up north, and chooses to commit to staying in the...
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S2 - Ep 4 - Who's Taking You Home Tonight?
Gary’s constant late nights away from home, is starting to worry Yvonne, but Gary eases her mind by saying it is because Ron is working him hard, in a job role that Gary and Ron have made up. Gary aims to make it up to Yvonne by offering to take her out for dinner, but it just so happens to be on...
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S2 - Ep 3 - Just One More Chance
Gary is off to court after being taken in by the police for being drunk at the wheel of his work van. This leads to even more problems regarding Gary’s job, and putting more strain on his marriage with Yvonne. Meanwhile, Phoebe is also down in the dumps, so Gary has to stop thinking about himself...
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S2 - Ep 2 - I Got It Bad and That Ain't Good
Gary struggles with the pressures of life in the 90’s especially now Yvonne has her sights set on a new dream. Being spurred on by Ron, Gary is persuaded to boost his lovelife by going back to the 40’s to see Phoebe, but this seems to be thwarted as Phoebe has had her head turned by another man…
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S2 - Ep 1 - Don't Get Around Much Anymore
Series Two has arrived! In this episode of ‘A Trip Down Ducketts Passage’ we review Episode One of Series Two of Goodnight Sweetheart, called ‘Don’t Get Around Much Any More’. Gary is persuaded to return to the past by Ron to try their ‘Get Rich Quick’ plan one more time. Surely there is no way…
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Spin Off Special #2
Let’s get nostalgic, and head back to the 1990’s to listen to some classic theme tunes that appeared on our TV screens over the weekends during that decade. But which one is your favourite? Listen to the latest episode of ‘A Trip Down Ducketts Passage’ to vote for your favourite 90’s Weekend...
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Series One - Recap - Goodnight Sweetheart
WE ARE BACK!! A Trip Down Ducketts Passage returns, and we are back with a bang! This weekend you will find a trilogy of time travelling delights turn up in your podcast feeds, starting right now as you will find a Series One recap ready for you to listen to. Tomorrow, Heat Two of our spin-off...
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S1 - Ep 6. In the Mood
Festive edition of 'A Trip Down Ducketts Passage'. After Yvonne finds out the true cost of Gary’s wartime hobby, Yvonne warns Gary it’s time for him to stop with his obsession. As Gary clears away his memorabilia, he comes across a video tape that could help him back in 1940, as he knows the…
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S1 - Ep 5. I Get Along Without You Very Well
After things had been left in a bad way with Phoebe in the last episode, Gary contemplates leaving the 1940s behind for good. Something that benefits his marriage with Yvonne as they are both buzzing and loving every second with each other. However, a news report in 1993, claims that an 80 year…
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S1 - Ep 4. The More I See You
On the latest episode of ‘A Trip Down Ducketts Passage’ we see Gary take advantage of Yvonne having a weekend away in Huddersfield, by heading back to the 1940’s for some extra time with Phoebe. However, Gary’s fun weekend turns into a nightmare, leaving his relationship with Phoebe hanging in…
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S1 - Ep 3. Is Your Journey Really Necessary?
A special episode as we wish Goodnight Sweetheart a happy 30th birthday. We review episode three of series one, as Gary heads back to the 1940's to warn Phoebe of an upcoming air strike on the East End, something he has had prior knowledge of after reading about it in his Blitz book. However,...
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Spin Off Special #1
We head down Ducketts Passage for a different reason this week. We use the time portal to head back to the days when television show theme tunes were nearly as amazing as the TV shows themselves. But what is the best television theme tune ever? Our journey to find out begins here, as we hear the...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
We head back to the 1990's... or is that the 1940's...??... as we revisit Gary Sparrow's time travelling bigamy adventures.We will be reviewing hit 90's sitcom, Goodnight Sweetheart, chopping up scene-by-scene as we travel down Ducketts Passage for our nostalgic fix.Join the conversation, and follow us at -Instagram - @duckettspodFacebook - Ducketts PassageTwitter/X - @duckettspodor email us at [email protected]
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We head back to the 1990's... or is that the 1940's...??... as we revisit Gary Sparrow's time travelling bigamy adventures.We will be reviewing hit 90's sitcom, Goodnight Sweetheart, chopping up scene-by-scene as we travel down Ducketts Passage for our nostalgic fix.Join the conversation, and...
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