25 MAR 2024 · EPISODE 7 - PART 2 Andy and Bill Leach, Global Sales Director at legendary knitware brand, John Smedley, chat about the soundtrack to Bill's life and strip all of his music choices down to that one tune he would take on a rocket ship to Mars. If you're in your fifties it's likely that you will identify with Bill's selection. Listen here on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4zbGjB8I6Tj6uvkKLlDYMV?si=4bfc1d402769471e The Fifty Something Podcast with Andy Barlow and Darran Medley is the podcast that discusses life in our fifties. We have no media training whatsoever, we're just two guys who've known each other for a long time and find ourselves in our mid-century with something to say about how we got here, what's happening now and where we think it's all going. We will chat about growing up, about current affairs, art, culture, jobs, money, family, sport, fashion, health and everything in-between. We would love our listeners to be part of the show, so please email us at fiftysomethingpodcast@gmail.com and get involved.   If you are a brand or service that speaks to the fifty something community, then Darran and Andy would love to review your products, please get in touch at the above email address. The Fifty Something Podcast - Because things happen in your fifties. Photography by https://www.willaldersleyphotography.com/ Music credit - https://uppbeat.io Title - Night in Kyoto Author - AVBE The Fifty Something Podcast is written by Andy Barlow and Darran Medley; created, produced and edited by Andy Barlow ©2024

18 MAR 2024 · In this episode Andy and Darren travel to Matlock in Derbyshire, England, to interview Bill Leach, the very knowledgeable and entertaining sales director of the legendary knitwear brand, John Smedley. This is Part 1 where we learn about the oldest working factory in the world that has consistantly produced the same, or very similar products on the same site for the last 240 years. Part 2, coming soon, sees Andy interview Bill about the soundtrack to Bill's life. The Fifty Something Podcast with Andy Barlow and Darran Medley is the podcast that discusses life in our fifties. We have no media training whatsoever, we're just two guys who've known each other for a long time and find ourselves in our mid-century with something to say about how we got here, what's happening now and where we think it's all going. We will chat about growing up, about current affairs, art, culture, jobs, money, family, sport, fashion, health and everything in-between. We would love our listeners to be part of the show, so please email us at fiftysomethingpodcast@gmail.com and get involved.   If you are a brand or service that speaks to the fifty something community, then Darran and Andy would love to review your products, please get in touch at the above email address. The Fifty Something Podcast - Because things happen in your fifties. Photography by https://www.willaldersleyphotography.com/ Music credit - https://uppbeat.io Title - Night in Kyoto Author - AVBE The Fifty Something Podcast is written by Andy Barlow and Darran Medley; created, produced and edited by Andy Barlow ©2024

19 DEC 2023 · It's Christmas and Darran & Andy discuss the soundtrack to their lives. The podcast to cook your turkey to! Download Andy's Playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3NnE3SyxeTdrFYFywS0dFg?si=nkanmWlpQaipD3geUDdkzQ&pt=84f7dca09f008d31f97f09cdde435930&pi=e-O7ut5kiLTdO3 and Darran's here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2WFRMhdkLuBzvg1DmtNF8f?si=umsxcqOUR5qYLicqmhDSZw&pi=e-6IpF_kOYQd6r&pt=3d922787bcf815678a219ff776537a6a The Fifty Something Podcast with Andy Barlow and Darran Medley is the podcast that discusses life in our fifties. We have no media training whatsoever, we're just two guys who've known each other for a long time and find ourselves in our mid-century with something to say about how we got here, what's happening now and where we think it's all going. We will chat about growing up, about current affairs, art, culture, jobs, money, family, sport, fashion, health and everything in-between. We would love our listeners to be part of the show, so please email us at fiftysomethingpodcast@gmail.com and get involved. If you are a brand or service that speaks to the fifty something community, then Darran and Andy would love to review your products, please get in touch at the above email address. The Fifty Something Podcast - Because things happen in your fifties. Photography by https://www.willaldersleyphotography.com/ Music credit - https://uppbeat.io Title - Night in Kyoto Author - AVBE The Fifty Something Podcast is written by Andy Barlow and Darran Medley; created, produced and edited by Andy Barlow ©2023

29 NOV 2023 · Andy and Darran chat with Tim Cooper, CEO of iconic apparel and footwear brand Oliver Sweeney, about style versus fashion, growing a clothing brand, the soundtrack of Tim's life and when lamb turns to mutton. A must listen, this is insightful, interesting and a lot of fun. Tim has also set our listeners a comepetition to win upto £399 worth of Oliver Sweeney gear. Simply listen to the podcast and answer this very simple question to win: In the podcast, Tim says "Fashion is fleeting but style is..." WHAT? See terms and conditions below (UK and Ireland only on this one I'm afraid). You can also download Tim's Spotify Playlist here - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0IwWst34nxRfOz2zt7fIgE?si=Oyix3zodRa6q65Yxql4Gwg&pi=e-p9HfjyzZR3-3 Competition terms and conditions: 1. Eligibility: - The competition is open to residents living in the United Kingdom and Ireland. - Excluded from participation are employees, friends, or family members of The fifty something podcast or Oliver Sweeney Ltd. 2. Entry Method: - To enter: - Download the latest episode of the fiftysomething podcast featuring the interview with CEO Tim Cooper. - Listen to the podcast and correctly answer the multiple-choice question. 3. Entry Period: EXTENDED TO MONDAY TO 11TH DECEMBER - The competition starts on 28/11/2023 and ends on 11/12/2023. 4. Prize Details: - The prize is up to £399 worth of Oliver Sweeney products. 5. Winner Selection: - The winner will be randomly selected from the correct entries. 6. Notification and Claiming Prize: - The winner will be notified via email on MONDAY 18TH DECEMBER and must claim the prize by 6th January 2024. 7. No Purchase Necessary: - No purchase or payment is required to enter or win. 8. Privacy and Data Usage: - Participant information will be collected solely for the purpose of the competition and will not be shared with third parties without consent. 9. Contact Information: - For inquiries, contact https://gmail.com. The Fifty Something Podcast with Andy Barlow and Darran Medley is the podcast that discusses life in our fifties. We have no media training whatsoever, we're just two guys who've known each other for a long time and find ourselves in our mid-century with something to say about how we got here, what's happening now and where we think it's all going. We will chat about growing up, about current affairs, art, culture, jobs, money, family, sport, fashion, health and everything in-between. We would love our listeners to be part of the show, so please email us at fiftysomethingpodcast@gmail.com and get involved. If you are a brand or service that speaks to the fifty something community, then Darran and Andy would love to review your products, please get in touch at the above email address. The Fifty Something Podcast - Because things happen in your fifties. Photography by https://www.willaldersleyphotography.com/ Music credit - https://uppbeat.io Title - Night in Kyoto Author - AVBE The Fifty Something Podcast is written by Andy Barlow and Darran Medley; created, produced and edited by Andy Barlow ©2023

18 NOV 2023 · Darran and Andy were challenged by Richard in Episode 2 to go Wild Swimming in November in the Men's Pond on Hampstead Heath in North London. Listen to them squeal as they take the plunge into 8.8ºc icey cold water. Special guest Rupert, helps unpack some of the health benefits. The Fifty Something Podcast with Andy Barlow and Darran Medley is the podcast that discusses life in our fifties. We have no media training whatsoever, we're just two guys who've known each other for a long time and find ourselves in our mid-century with something to say about how we got here, what's happening now and where we think it's all going. We will chat about growing up, about current affairs, art, culture, jobs, money, family, sport, fashion, health and everything in-between. We would love our listeners to be part of the show, so please email us at fiftysomethingpodcast@gmail.com and get involved. If you are a brand or service that speaks to the fifty something community, then Darran and Andy would love to review your products, please get in touch at the above email address. The Fifty Something Podcast - Because things happen in your fifties. Photography by https://www.willaldersleyphotography.com/ Music credit - https://uppbeat.io Title - Night in Kyoto Author - AVBE The Fifty Something Podcast is written by Andy Barlow and Darran Medley; created, produced and edited by Andy Barlow ©2023

13 NOV 2023 · Andy and Darran discuss growing up in North West England in the eighties - Mods, Rockers, Wham Boys and Martin on lead recorder. Darran finds an old diary from 1984 and tells us 'what's in and what's out' to much hilarity! Get in touch with the team by emailing us at fiftysomethingpodcast@gmail.com

2 NOV 2023 · Episode 2 of The Fifty Something Podcast with Darran and Andy witnesses the pair fulfilling their challange of running 5k. Two very special guests, one from Stockholm in Sweden, the other from Florida in the US, discuss menopause, running marathons, being creative vampires and why in your fifties, you might be happy just being the age you are and not wanting to be any younger. Thanks again to our guests Michelle and Richard. For more on the guests follow Michelle's YouTube account at: @Take10WithShaneandMichelle and Richard's Micro Hotels at https://www.instagram/Visby_secret_garden (Gotland) and https://www.instagram/ortigia_secret_garden (Sicily) Visit The Fifty Something Podcast Social platforms at: Instagram @thefiftysomethingpodcast X / Twitter @fiftypod YouTube @fiftysomething Facebook @The Fifty Something Podcast The Fifty Something Podcast with Andy Barlow and Darran Medley is the podcast that discusses life in our fifties. We have no media training whatsoever, we're just two guys who've known each other for a long time and find ourselves in our mid-century with something to say about how we got here, what's happening now and where we think it's all going. We will chat about growing up, about current affairs, art, culture, jobs, money, family, sport, fashion, health and everything in-between. We would love our listeners to be part of the show, so please email us at fiftysomethingpodcast@gmail.com and get involved. If you are a brand or service that speaks to the fifty something community, then Darran and Andy would love to review your products, please get in touch at the above email address. The Fifty Something Podcast - Because things happen in your fifties. Photography by https://www.willaldersleyphotography.com/ Music credit - https://uppbeat.io Title - Night in Kyoto Author - AVBE The Fifty Something Podcast is written by Andy Barlow and Darran Medley; created, produced and edited by Andy Barlow ©2023

23 OCT 2023 · In this first episode of The Fifty Something Podcast, Darran and Andy discuss the three best and worst things about being in their fifties and invite listeners to email fiftysomethingpodcast@gmail.com and take part with their own Top 3 funniest things that have happend to them in this decade, to be shared in the next show. They also set each other a new challenge for Movember.