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Keeping Up Appearances: The Luxury Podcast
The companion podcast for exploring the world of Hyacinth Bucket in the hit BBC sitcom Keeping Up Appearances with William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith.
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Om podden
The companion podcast for exploring the world of Hyacinth Bucket in the hit BBC sitcom Keeping Up Appearances with William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith.
Find us on other platforms here – https://audioalways.lnk.to/keepingupappearancesSN
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S05 E12: A Luxury Christmas Bauble
18 december 2024 |
67 min
"We must never move; we'd be greatly missed." William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith are back for Christmas 2024 with a special episode discussing Dame Patricia Routledge and Roy Clarke's interviews for BBC4's Remembering series. Not only that, they chat with the owner of the Rover 216 (in tonic blue) and give some exciting luxury news for 2025.
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S05 BONUS E11: Final Reflections
13 juni 2024 |
40 min
For the final executive bonus episode of The Luxury Podcast, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith reflect on their favourite moments from the hit tv series Keeping Up Appearances, as well as their favourite moments from the podcast. They tally up all of Rose’s lovers, debate their favourite episodes from each series and share a highlight from the pilot episode that has never been heard before.
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S05 E11: The Pageant
12 juni 2024 |
56 min
Brush up on your royal protocol and prepare to curtsy as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss the final ever episode of Keeping Up Appearances, 'The Pageant'. Hyacinth takes the lead for the church’s annual pageant ‘Our Town In The Civil War.’ Disaster strikes when Hyacinth realises all the volunteers have made wild excuses and not turned up, so she is forced to recruit the less desirable members of the family.
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S05 BONUS E10: The Episodes That Never Were
6 juni 2024 |
36 min
William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith read the synopses of the plots written by Harrold Snoad for Keeping Up Appearances that were never made for television (a huge shame!) and imagine what could have been.
This episode was recorded before the sad death of Harold Snoad, producer/director of the BBC series.
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S05 E10: The Hostess
5 juni 2024 |
36 min
Prepare yourself to master your craft and sparkle incandescently at future candlelight suppers as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss the tenth episode of series 5 of Keeping Up Appearances, 'The Hostess'. Hyacinth has taken an advertisement in the paper to offer up her services in educating the nation in gracious living. However, due to some innocent yet suspect wording, Hyacinth is hired for more than she had bargained.
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S05 BONUS E09: Behind the Candelabra with The Milkman
30 maj 2024 |
22 min
In this special bonus episode of The Luxury Podcast, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith welcome the expert of all things sterilised and pasteurised, it’s Robert Rawles who played The Milkman in Keeping Up Appearances. Robert explains how he got the role, his first encounter with Dame Patricia Routledge and some of his most memorable moments on set.
www.robrawles.com
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S05 E09: The Rolls-Royce
29 maj 2024 |
32 min
Ready your nostrils for the finest upholstery and sheer sumptuousness of the ride, as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss the ninth episode of series 5 of Keeping Up Appearances, The Rolls-Royce. Hyacinth is outraged when she comes second place with her freestyle floral decoration for a table centre piece comes second to Lydia Hawksworth who upstages her twice over with her brand new luxury car. Hyacinth decides to take revenge by recruiting Richard who ends up in a brush with the law.
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S05 BONUS E08: Hyacinth's Tidbits
23 maj 2024 |
25 min
In today’s bonus episode of The Luxury Podcast, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss Dame Patricia Routledge and Clive Swift's work outside of Keeping Up Appearances. Dame Patricia played Kitty in a number of sketches that may have inspired the character and traits of Hyacinth. Clive Swift gets caught in a bad mood during an interview and the Young Hyacinth spin-off is met with criticism from Jonathan.
Watch the Kitty Sketches on Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-iDlTBZhKg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wisQQueMPxM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSYZSFiLKJY&t=9s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IqAobOSUubQ
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S05 E08: A Barbecue At Violet's
22 maj 2024 |
50 min
Raid your wardrobe and prepare yourself for a superlative summer evening brimming with caviar, Champagne, quails’ eggs and cut glass finger bowls, as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss the eighth episode of series 5 of Keeping Up Appearances, A Barbecue At Violet’s. Sister Violet is having marital troubles, so Hyacinth seizes the opportunity to throw a BBQ and invite Elizabeth and Emmet as a way of convincing him to involve her with the upcoming performance of The Boyfriend.
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S05 BONUS E07: Behind the Candelabra with The Postman
16 maj 2024 |
36 min
In this special bonus episode of The Luxury Podcast, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith welcome the friendly and less terrified David Janson to the studio. David played The Postman in Keeping Up Appearances. They discuss David’s time outside Waney Elm with Patricia Routledge, as well as his other role in the live stage performance of Keeping Up Appearances and some interesting trips on the QE2.
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S05 E07: The Boyfriend
15 maj 2024 |
32 min
Ready your vocals and do your best to impress as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss the seventh episode of series 5 of Keeping Up Appearances, The Boyfriend. Emmet faces the full force of Hyacinth, as she tries to impress him and secure a place in the upcoming performance of the boyfriend. Daddy is on high alert at Camp Onlsow & Daisy, which requires Hyacinth to channel her inner General.
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S05 BONUS E06: Patricia Routledge's Musical Moments of Excellence
9 maj 2024 |
25 min
It’s the sixth episode of The Luxury Podcast complete with genuine bonus embellishments. William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss Dame Patricia Routledge’s musical accomplishments including her performance of ‘I Want To Sing In Opera’ on the British television show ‘Wogan’.
- Watch Patricia Routledge’s performance of ‘I Want To Sing In Opera’ on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ReSlfsw5iJY
- Watch Patricia Routledge's performance of 'Marvellous Party' on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKTviQNM6KA
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S05 E06: Country Estate Sale
8 maj 2024 |
32 min
Prepare yourself for a tipsy turn and grab your cheque book as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith ensure they are fully brushed up on the correct way to address His Lordship, as they discuss the sixth episode of series 5 of Keeping Up Appearances, Country Estate Sale. Richard is having sleepless nights as Hyacinth prepares for an auction at a lord’s country estate. Hyacinth seems unclear of how auctions work, as she believes paying more increases the luxury. Elizabeth and Emmet are headed on a collision course with their favourite neighbours.
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S05 BONUS E05: Anarchic Hyacinth: Mr Blobby and the Dutch Parody
2 maj 2024 |
28 min
In this episode of the Luxury Podcast’s executive bonus edition, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss when another 90s hit TV character Mr Blobby pays Hyacinth and Richard a visit. In his usual fashion, disaster follows. William and Jonathan also take a look at a Dutch parody of Keeping Up Appearances.
Mr Blobby meets Hyacinth Bucket: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nVU1Mq7i-8k
Dutch parody: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2N2SPkJWWoo
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S05 E05: Skis
1 maj 2024 |
46 min
Prepare ones self for a frosty reception, as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith hit the imaginary slopes, as they discuss the fifth episode of series 5 of Keeping Up Appearances, Skis. It’s Richard's birthday and despite his lack of excitement, Hyacinth has prepared a very special gift for his big day. So special in fact, she insists on taking him and his present on a tour for all to see.
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S05 BONUS E04: Behind the Candelabra with The Vicar’s Wife
25 april 2024 |
39 min
In this episode of the Luxury Podcast’s second weekly serving, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith are joined by a very special guest. It’s Marion Barron better known as The Vicar’s Wife! Marion takes William and Jonathan through the doors of the Vicarage and shares her experience of working on the hit sitcom. They discuss what The Vicar’s Wife might have been called over tea in the Royal Doulton with some executive munchettes, provided by Marion.
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S05 E04: A Riverside Picnic
24 april 2024 |
35 min
Grab your dictionary and do your best to refuse our luxury invitation to a waterside supper with riparian entertainment, as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss the fourth episode of series 5 of Keeping Up Appearances, A Riverside Picnic. Hyacinth takes Richard on a day's outing by the river, much to the excitement of terrified neighbour Emmet. Hyacinth is inspired by this and plans a luxury day out and extends the invitation to her neighbours and the Vicar, who both fail to decline her RSVP.
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S05 BONUS E03: The Long-Lost 1995 Children in Need Special
18 april 2024 |
25 min
In this episode of the Luxury Podcast’s executive bonus addition, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss the long-lost Keeping Up Appearances 1995 Children in Need Special, where Hyacinth receives some sad news about Daddy.
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S05 E03: Hyacinth is Alarmed
17 april 2024 |
51 min
Armed and executive panic alarmed to the teeth to protect their luxury dwellings laced with priceless collections, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith invite you to celebrate their fortifications, as they discuss the third episode of series 5 of Keeping Up Appearances, Hyacinth Is Alarmed. Richard is in hot water, as he’s forgotten it’s their wedding anniversary, but in a lucky break he hears that their neighbours the Barker-Finch’s have been burgled, so he manages to escape Hyacinth’s wrath by promising to alarm her.
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S05 BONUS E02: Hyacinth in Advertising
11 april 2024 |
24 min
It’s the second episode of The Luxury Podcast, complete with genuine bonus embellishments. William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss Hyacinth’s special appearances in Advertising. From British Gas, to TV Licences and even an NVQ Second Chances ad where Elizabeth finally says ‘No’ to Hyacinth.
Watch the Ads on YouTube:
British Gas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rSZ_t35cTKI
TV Licence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JWmMVX0m5E
NVQs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJ84rKVhgEM
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S05 E02: The Mayor's Fancy Dress Ball
10 april 2024 |
37 min
Dressed head to toe in their Boudica costumes, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith cordially invite you to join their soirée, as they discuss the second episode of series 5 of Keeping Up Appearances, The Mayor’s Fancy Dress Ball. Hyacinth is certain there’s been a mix-up at the sorting office, as the Buckets have not received their invitation. Luckily, Richard pulls some strings, but getting there proves problematic.
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S05 BONUS E01: The Outtakes
4 april 2024 |
30 min
For the fifth and final series of Keeping Up Appearances: The Luxury Podcast, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith bring you some bonus episodes to squeeze in even more Hyacinth Bucket into your lives. In this first extra episode, William and Jonathan look at the outtakes, as well as discuss Jonathan’s decorating schedule.
Watch the outtakes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6lvl8ZSDB88
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S05 E01: The Senior Citizens' Outing
3 april 2024 |
38 min
William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith are back with their fifth and final series, exploring the world of Hyacinth Bucket and her family in the hit BBC sitcom, Keeping Up Appearances. In the first episode, The Senior Citizens' Outing, Richard and Elizabeth are conscripted by Hyacinth to volunteer to take a group of seniors for an outing at the beach, where gold credit card status Richard is recruited to drive the minibus. Unfortunately, Hyacinth once again is taken favour by a persistent elderly gentleman.
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Angel Gabriel Blue (Part 2)
20 december 2023 |
35 min
Recorded live in London in November 2023, rejoin William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith for the second part of their analysis of the 1994 Christmas Special episode of Keeping Up Appearances. In this part, as the gout worsens, there's a spurious attempt at a Hyacinth impression from an audience member and Jonathan's views on Walt Disney World.
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Angel Gabriel Blue (Part 1)
13 december 2023 |
33 min
Recorded in London in November 2023 in front of a select group of Bucketheds, join William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith for a nice night's entertainment reliving the 1994 Christmas Special episode of Keeping Up Appearances. There's talk of embarrassing ailments, consumer rights and a kitchen worktop cleaning tutorial for one unsuspecting audience member.
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Sea Fever (Part 2)
15 november 2023 |
38 min
Put on a happy face and a Minnesota Vikings baseball cap as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith return for the second half of their biting analysis of Sea Fever, the 1993 Christmas special of Keeping Up Appearances. This episode was recorded on board the QE2, now permanently moored in Dubai and run as a floating hotel by Accor.
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Sea Fever (Part 1)
8 november 2023 |
51 min
Assemble a team of porters to help you with your set of matching executive luggage as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith embark on the first part of their special discussion of Sea Fever, the 1993 Christmas special of the BBC's Keeping Up Appearances. This episode, like the 90s sitcom, was recorded on board the QE2, which is now permanently moored in Dubai and run as a hotel.
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Behind The Candelabra with M' Sister Daisy!
11 oktober 2023 |
40 min
William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith sit down with Keeping Up Appearances legend Judy Cornwell, better know as m' sister Daisy (she's not the one with the Mercedes, sauna and room for a pony). Judy tells William and Jonathan all about her time working on the BBC sitcom, where she featured in all 44 episodes.
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Behind The Candelabra: Filming Locations
20 september 2023 |
55 min
If you want to hear two grown men get very excited about turning circles and cladding on a bungalow in the Midlands, this episode is for you. William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith fire up the Rover 216 and drive around some of the key filming locations from the 1990s BBC sitcom, Keeping Up Appearances. Plus, they have news about a special event in London in November 2023.
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S04 E07: Let There Be Light
16 augusti 2023 |
37 min
It’s the final episode of the fourth series of The Luxury Podcast. William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss - in an executive manner - Richard’s attempt to fix the church hall electrics, haircuts, and ponder the never-to-be-answered question as to what they think Sheridan looks like.
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S04 E06: Please Mind Your Head
9 augusti 2023 |
38 min
It’s time for an old-world bijou episode of The Luxury Podcast. William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith return for the penultimate instalment of their series 4 analysis of the BBC’s Keeping Up Appearances. Settle down with a cucumber sandwich, try not to spill any lemonade, and enjoy their bucolic discussion - including more cleaning product chat!
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S04 E05: Looking at Properties
2 augusti 2023 |
32 min
Get your bugles out! William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith are back for another dissection of Keeping Up Appearances in their luxury podcast. Hyacinth’s search for a charismatic country cottage continues, although the scale of the property has somewhat increased since her and Richard’s last attempts. There’s also time for some strong views on pasta and stories of chauffeur driven Lada Rivas.
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S04 E04: The Commodore
28 juli 2023 |
37 min
Raise a golden galleon glass and say hello with a nautical flavour to the fourth instalment in the fourth series of The Luxury Podcast. William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith have hung the flags out in readiness for their dissection of this episode of the BBC’s Keeping Up Appearances. There’s even time for a highly flammable story involving radio presenter-cum-child-arsonist, JVS.
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S04 E03: A Celebrity for The Barbecue
19 juli 2023 |
24 min
Enemies and villains come in all shapes and sizes: Darth Vader, Lord Voldemort, Norman Bates; Nurse Ratched… and now, Sonia Barker-Finch. Hyacinth tries to get one up on her neighbour by inviting the garden centre king round for an outdoors indoors luxury barbecue (with finger buffet). Relax with a frappé mint julep and enjoy William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith’s discussion of one of the all-time greatest episodes of Keeping Up Appearances.
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S04 E02: Country Retreat
12 juli 2023 |
30 min
William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith invite you to their cosy charismatic country cottage conversation in the second episode of series 4 of The Luxury Podcast. Hyacinth and Richard begin their search - well, Hyacinth’s search - for a second home. During their laser-sharp analysis of the episode, Jonathan and William also discuss the pros and cons of thatch.
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S04 E01: A Job For Richard
5 juli 2023 |
33 min
William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith are back in full bloom with their fourth series, exploring the world of Hyacinth Bucket and her family in the hit BBC sitcom, Keeping Up Appearances. In the first episode of series four, the boys discuss Hyacinth's attempts to force Richard to be forceful and executive on the golf course, plus there's chat about "coffee at eleven" and advice on how to say no to people.
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Behind The Candelabra with The Dishy Vicar
19 april 2023 |
37 min
Someone hold William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith down as we welcome Jeremy Gittins to The Luxury Podcast. Jeremy played Michael the Vicar in 19 episodes of Keeping Up Appearances in all five series. Jeremy reveals many never-heard-before stories from his time on the BBC sitcom, including how he was cast, which of the actors he was closest to, and the evening he felt the rough edge of Patricia Routledge's tongue.
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S03 E07: What to Wear When Yachting
1 mars 2023 |
29 min
Pop your best sea-faring jersey on, tuck in to a ship's biscuit and settle down to enjoy the final episode of William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith's analysis of the third series of hit BBC 1990s sitcom Keeping Up Appearances. Hyacinth and Richard take to the seas (well, the river at Oxford) and make preparations for a nautical buffet.
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S03 E06: The Art Exhibition
22 februari 2023 |
34 min
In amongst discussing Spanish cleaning products and detachable mop heads, there's just about time for William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith to discuss the penultimate episode of the third series of Keeping Up Appearances. Hyacinth and Richard are off to an art exhibition while trying to save Daddy from the perils of the French Foreign Legion.
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S03 E05: Richard's New Hobby
15 februari 2023 |
39 min
Luckily, we're not Channel 4, we're The Luxury Podcast so do please sit back on the sofa (hopefully a direct replica to one of the ones from Sandringham House) and listen to William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith's biting analysis of the fifth episode of the third series of the BBC's Keeping Up Appearances. And if that wasn't enough, brace yourself for our new feature 'Bin Bag Chat'.
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S03 E04: How to Go on Holiday Without Really Trying
8 februari 2023 |
27 min
Dust off the holiday brochures and pour yourself another cup of aromatic nut-roasted special, it's time for a stellar analysis of an equally stellar episode of the 1990s BBC sitcom Keeping Up Appearances. William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith invite Bucketheads up and down the land, and especially Delia Wheelwright, to contemplate holidaying on a luxury cruise or the Orient Express.
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S03 E03: Violet's Country Cottage
1 februari 2023 |
29 min
Naked lady glassware, congas in the garden and gun-shy bitches. What does this episode not have? William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith have packed up their favourite ornaments and decamped to Violet's Country Cottage for their analysis of the third episode of series three of the BBC's Keeping Up Appearances.
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S03 E02: Iron Age Remains
25 januari 2023 |
32 min
It's time for William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith to pick apart the second episode of series three of the BBC's Keeping Up Appearances in their luxury podcast. Richard's up a tree, walking with a mincing gait and upside down with rubber soles on display. Naturally, Hyacinth, William and Jonathan are appalled, as would Sheridan be if he were here.
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S03 E01: Early Retirement
18 januari 2023 |
37 min
Time to dust off the periwinkles as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith return for the third series of the best podcast ever to come out of Binley Woods. This week, the Bucket Heads discuss the first episode of series three of the BBC’s Keeping Up Appearances. There’s Richard’s enforced early retirement, the merits of milk from Lord Crawford’s Scottish estate, as well some very controversial views on coloured bathroom linens.
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SE02 Christmas Special - The Father Christmas Suit
22 december 2021 |
42 min
Something was in the water for the cast of Keeping Up Appearances back in 1991 when this episode was recorded. And whatever was going around then has come around again as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith's discussion of the episode takes on a similarly anarchic tone. Settle down with a glass of mulled wine and a hot mince pie and enjoy this festive spesh.
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S02 E10: A Picnic for Daddy
15 december 2021 |
27 min
For the last time in series two, here come William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith with Hyacinth's tuna mayonnaise. The chaps discuss the last episode of Keeping Up Appearances second series, their personal taste in pyjamas and picnics while reflecting on the series as a whole. But don't forget to join us next week for the Christmas spesh!
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S02 E09: The Three Piece Suite
8 december 2021 |
24 min
This episode would also have the royal warrant (on both sides) if Her Majesty heard it. That said, it is probably best she doesn’t hear it. (You’ll find out why.) Join the biggest of bucket heads, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith, as they discuss the penultimate episode of series 2 of Keeping Up Appearances.
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S02 E08: The Toy Store
1 december 2021 |
36 min
Unlike Hyacinth's view on bathrooms, podcasts should be both seen and heard. Accordingly, in the eighth episode of Keeping Up Appearances The Luxury Podcast, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss Daddy's overspending at the local toy store and Mrs Bucket's brother-in-law dressing up like a jockey and riding around on a horse named Thunderbolt.
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S02 E07: Singing for Emmet
24 november 2021 |
31 min
In the seventh episode of our Luxury Podcast William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss Hyacinth's forcible instance on singing for the old people with Emmet from next door accompanying her on the piano: it's less of a fun afternoon out and more a hostage situation. The chaps also discuss William's teenage campanology and Jonathan's own early retirement plans in Spain.
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S02 E06: Onslow’s Birthday
17 november 2021 |
31 min
Hyacinth is unusually excited to celebrate her brother-in-law’s birthday, although that may be due to Rose’s latest gentleman friend being a Greek shipping millionaire. Join William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith for their sixth episode discussion of this series 2 episode of Keeping Up Appearances. And if you, like so many, have spent many sleepless nights wondering what type of hearse Jonathan and William want for their funerals, then this episode is for you.
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S02 E05: Problems with Relatives
10 november 2021 |
34 min
We've reached the halfway point for the second series of Keeping Up Appearances and, yet again, Hyacinth Bucket is having problems with her family. Daddy's heavily sedated and gone astray and Hyacinth's slovenly sister Daisy is admiring her sink. In our fifth episode of The Luxury Podcast, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss their own sink cleaning routines (yes, really) while debating the pros and cons of the episode.
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S02 E04: Golfing With The Major
3 november 2021 |
38 min
Hyacinth and Richard are off to a country house hotel for a weekend of golf - or avoiding the Major, as it happens. Alas, the problematic army-type is only interested in getting a hole in one of another kind. William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss the fourth episode of Keeping Up Appearances's second series, as well as their own hotel check-in checklists.
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S02 E03: The Candlelight Supper
27 oktober 2021 |
45 min
It’s a big day at Waney Elm as Hyacinth freshly presses her sage green napkins and polishes the solid silver self cleaning sauce separator in readiness for Emmet’s first candlelight supper. Hyacinth’s as excited as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith - both no strangers to hosting executive evening soirées - even if William has previously insulted JVS’s Chantilly cream. Pour yourself a fresh cup of aromatic nut roasted special and settle down to enjoy a discussion of the third episode of series two of Keeping Up Appearances.
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S02 E02: Driving Mrs Fortescue
19 oktober 2021 |
32 min
Hyacinth and Richard prepare to chauffeur the sister of someone who married a Baronet, prompting William Hanson to ask if anyone knows what a Baronet is and Jonathan Vernon-Smith to ask if anyone cares. Well, Hyacinth cares. She and her long-suffering husband spring into action and fire up the Rover 216 to collect the elderly Mrs Fortescue, but - as ever - things don't quite go to plan.
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S02 E01: A Strange Man
13 oktober 2021 |
47 min
The Luxury Podcast returns for Series 2 of Keeping Up Appearances, as William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith continue their journey through the hit 90s BBC sitcom. In the words of JVS, the second spell of episodes is when this series really starts 'cooking on gas', and it's no different for the podcast. Hyacinth Bucket is shocked to find a strange man outside Elizabeth's door which begins a journey of discovery for the true identity of this mystery male. And it's Jonathan who has his own tales of shocking neighbours, stories that if Hyacinth were to hear them would really send her into a tizz!
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S01 E06: The Christening
17 februari 2021 |
34 min
In the final episode of the first series of Keeping Up Appearances, Hyacinth and Richard attend the baptism of Daisy and Onslow’s granddaughter while emerging from a hippy caravanette. William inadvertently reveals his parents’ household security measures and Jonathan explains the fascinating ins and outs of how cash cards once worked. To watch-along with William and Jonathan, make sure you watch the sixth episode of the first series of Keeping Up Appearances before listening to this podcast.
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S01 E05 - Daisy's Toyboy
17 februari 2021 |
32 min
Hyacinth’s sister Daisy decides bagging Angelina Jolie’s first husband may just get her Onslow’s attention - but does it work? William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith lament for Hyacinth at the poor treatment she faces by her peers and question the plot of an episode that doesn't always seem to make a whole lick of sense. To join in with the fun listen to this podcast after watching the corresponding episode of the first series of Keeping Up Appearances.
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S01 E04: The Charity Shop
17 februari 2021 |
30 min
It’s Hyacinth and Elizabeth’s day in the charity shop for the fourth episode of the first series of Keeping Up Appearances. But while Hyacinth is trying to tackle Councillor Mrs Nugent (and a garden wall) Elizabeth seems distracted about sex. William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith discuss a tender moment between Hyacinth and husband Richard and they share their own charity shop adventures. To watch-along with William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith, make sure you watch the fourth episode of the first series of Keeping Up Appearances before listening.
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S01 E03: Stately Home
17 februari 2021 |
36 min
Hyacinth and Richard visit a stately home - or, as co-host William Hanson insists ‘an historic house’. The third episode of the show has the lady of the house try to rub shoulders with the aristocracy, but - as ever - coming unstuck. During our presenter’s discussion of the third episode, Jonathan Vernon-Smith learns the crucial difference between a GIF and a meme. To watch-along with us, make sure you watch the third episode of the first series of Keeping Up Appearances before listening.
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S01 E02: The New Vicar
17 februari 2021 |
35 min
Hyacinth Bucket, William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith welcome the new vicar for tea and light refreshments in the second episode of the sitcom and podcast. Jonathan’s vicar is quite different from Hyacinth’s by the sound of it and William’s caught between horror and hysterics at Jonathan’s childhood anecdotes about peep-toe sling-backs. To watch-along with William and Jonathan, make sure you watch the second episode of the first series of Keeping Up Appearances before listening.
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S01 E01: Daddy's Accident
17 februari 2021 |
41 min
William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith guide you through the very first episode of the hit BBC sitcom Keeping Up Appearances. They discuss the introduction to Hyacinth Bucket (pronounced bouquet), the accident's their own father's have been involved in and they analyse the downfall of the humble landline telephone. To watch-along with William and Jonathan, make sure you watch the first episode of the first series of Keeping Up Appearances before listening to this podcast.
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S01 E00: 10 Things We Love About Hyacinth Bucket
11 februari 2021 |
31 min
Welcome to Keeping Up Appearances: The Luxury Podcast, the podcast all about Keeping Up Appearances and the world of Hyacinth Bucket. Join William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith in this teaser episode as they take you through the 10 things they love - and they think you'll love - about the sitcom's leading light, Hyacinth Bucket.
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