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Episodes

12
April 1, 2022

Bringing Up Gran

Episode 12, bring Season 3 to a close. Susie has been delegated to try to find out why Helen, her grandmother, is so unhappy. It's obvious Helen doesn't want her memoir to be published, but no one can understand why, and her family are very worried about her. It seems an over-anxious daughter is nothing compared to an over-anxious mother. This is the final episode of Season 3. I'm going to take a break, hopefully come up with something bright and shiny new for Season 4. In the meantime, if you ...
11
March 25, 2022

It's About Helen...

Episode 11, Season 3. Helen is in her late 70s, but no-one who knows her would say she's afraid of a challenge. However... Something is deeply troubling her about the possible publication of her memoir, and Joey—her oldest friend and also her publisher—is worried about her mental state. She calls on Helen's daughter Janey to see if they can figure out a way to help and support Helen to make the best decision for herself. Support the show You can leave a comment or review at www.amIoldyet.com/re...
9
March 11, 2022

What's the Rush?

Episode 9 finds Helen at the Cheese Shop Cafe, meeting up with daughter Janey and Andrea, the extremely glamorous publicist from New York, in town to promote Janey's new book. Or is she? Charlie is back in his old job, but without the fake accent thank goodness. And Helen is not ready for the next big thing. Lyndsay Sweeney Zooms in from her home in Houston Texas to play Andrea, while Christopher McDougall joins us from London to play Charlie. Read about them on the website https://amIoldyet.co...
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March 4, 2022

The Next Big Thing

Episode 8: Helen and Sadie are in their late 70s. Is it too late for the next thing in their lives to be a Big Thing? Sadie's memoir has been published, and Helen calls up to congratulate her. Sadie is making a big effort to return to life on the outside, 'post pandemic' (if there is such a thing). And it seems the possibilities are endless. Helen is not sure she's up for it. Judi Lehrhaupt returns to the role of Sadie, zooming in from her home in New Hampshire. Support the show You can leave ...
7
Feb. 25, 2022

On Such a Day

Episode 7, and Helen is having a hard time waking up. If only she could figure out what day it is. But Janey isn't far away, although that leads to even more confusion. This week, we welcome guest artist Lyndsay Sweeney from Houston TX in the role of Andrea (from New York). If you'd like to create your own podcast, I ;can highly recommend Buzzsprout to host it for you. It's simple, effective and affordable. Here's a link to get you started. https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1708289 Suppor...
6
Feb. 18, 2022

Two Households, Alike in Dignity

Episode 6 of Season 3 takes a turn. There are no neighbourhood feuds here, just two small households divided by a corridor coming together for a cuppa, enjoying the social act of community.. Helen's neighbour Jennifer brings Nana Madeleine over, while Janey has arrived with brownies. And there is always room for a surprise guest or two. Support the show You can leave a comment or review at www.amIoldyet.com/reviews, and donate towards our production costs at amIoldyet.com/support. @AmIOldYet2 ...
5
Feb. 11, 2022

Good Morning, Mrs D!

Episode 5 and Helen answers the phone, not expecting it to be her young actor friend René (with emphasis on the final syllable). He's just turned 16, and has a lot going on in his life. Helen doesn't pull her punches with him, but then neither does he with her! Please spare a moment to rate and review the podcast. If your app doesn't allow for it, you can drop your review on the website www.amIoldyet.com/reviews. Thank you so much for your support. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!...
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Feb. 4, 2022

Check Your Rear View Mirror

Episode 4 and Helen is back at the Cheese Shop Cafe for her regular Single Shot Flat White. When she backs into the same customer as last time, she tries to make amends by paying for his coffee.. Welsh actor Edward Donnelly brings the unfortunate Evan to life, as he shares his thoughts for the future with a sympathetic listener. Support the show You can leave a comment or review at www.amIoldyet.com/reviews, and donate towards our production costs at amIoldyet.com/support. @AmIOldYet2 The mus...
3
Jan. 28, 2022

U-Turns for All

Episode 3 of Season 3 finds Helen enjoying her morning walk while chatting with her granddaughter Susie. She shares her response to the two new films Susie recommended, "Don't Look Up" and "Tick Tick Boom", and Susie reveals that she's at a kind of a crossroad in her life. Please spare a moment to rate and review the programme in your favourite podcasting app, or on the website AmIOldYet.com/reviews/new. This is the equivalent of audience applause for a live show, and I need it to cheer my spir...
2
Jan. 21, 2022

Pictures at an Exhibition

Episode 2 of Season 3 finds Helen attending the opening of a showing of her friend Jean's watercolours at a local art gallery. She enjoys an elbow bump with Deji, her son-in-law's boss, played by Tayo Aluko). They share some thoughts on parenting teenagers while Deji looks for a painting for his office. Helen's granddaughter Susie is behaving suspiciously when her old school friend Charlie does a disappearing act... And please rate and review the programme in your favourite podcasting app, or o...
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Jan. 14, 2022

Secret Crone Business

Season 3 kicks off with Helen and her oldest friend Joey, sharing their thoughts on the phone about lost clichés, odd earrings and stampeding generations.. And please rate and review the programme in your favourite podcasting app, or on the website AmIOldYet.com/reviews/new. This is the equivalent of audience applause for a live show, and I need it to cheer my spirits on the way to creating the next episode! I use Buzzsprout to host the podcast, which makes for a smooth and enjoyable process i...