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The Tales Of The Unexpected Podcast

The Tales Of The Unexpected Podcast

By TOTUP

To celebrate the brilliant 70s/80s UK tv show, 'The Tales of the Unexpected' we're going to watch them all and just chat about them... and whatever else pops into our minds
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Dr. Terror's House of Horrors - part 3

The Tales Of The Unexpected PodcastMar 17, 2024

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Dr. Terror's House of Horrors - part 3

Dr. Terror's House of Horrors - part 3

The train pulls into the final station!

We are back for the final part of this anthology so before Season 6 can begin properly, we need to let this behemoth of a special run it's course... or track.

Quick reminder for anyone just tuning in.

We have a plan and we are actually back but we probably need a bit of practice and maybe you need a reminder of what they actual do.

Chris and Damo decide to dust off the podcast mics, lubricate the voice boxes and watch one of those old style horror anthology movies and finally record some stuff to listen to.

If you're one of the faithful, give us a few moments to get used to speaking again... if you're new, you need to be warned: This is the most exhilarating podcasts you'll ever listen to but if you were captured, taken hostage and the hostage takers demand you explain why, you won't be able to find the right words. Trust us.

This three part special will be followed by season 6, so keep an eye out for business as usual style podcasts. For now, welcome to the rehearsal sessions.

Mar 17, 202401:05:04
Dr. Terror's House of Horrors - part 2

Dr. Terror's House of Horrors - part 2

This part 2 replaces the previous part 2 which I buggered up uploading. You've Damo to thank for getting it right... This is why I insist on working with proper podcasters. Keep the faith, people.

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We are back... how the heck are you?

We have a plan and we are actually back but we probably need a bit of practice and maybe you need a reminder of what they actual do.

Chris and Damo decide to dust off the podcast mics, lubricate the voice boxes and watch one of those old style horror anthology movies and finally record some stuff to listen to.

If you're one of the faithful, give us a few moments to get used to speaking again... if you're new, you need to be warned: This is the most exhilarating podcasts you'll ever listen to but if you were captured, taken hostage and the hostage takers demand you explain why, you won't be able to find the right words. Trust us.

This three part special will be followed by season 6, so keep an eye out for business as usual style podcasts. For now, welcome to the rehearsal sessions.

Mar 10, 202401:06:17
Dr. Terror's House of Horrors - part 1

Dr. Terror's House of Horrors - part 1

We are back... how the heck are you?

We have a plan and we are actually back but we probably need a bit of practice and maybe you need a reminder of what they actual do.

Chris and Damo decide to dust off the podcast mics, lubricate the voice boxes and watch one of those old style horror anthology movies and finally record some stuff to listen to.

If you're one of the faithful, give us a few moments to get used to speaking again... if you're new, you need to be warned: This is the most exhilarating podcasts you'll ever listen to but if you were captured, taken hostage and the hostage takers demand you explain why, you won't be able to find the right words. Trust us.

This three part special will be followed by season 6, so keep an eye out for business as usual style podcasts. For now, welcome to the rehearsal sessions.

Mar 02, 202401:07:59
Thriller: Lady Killer pt2 (Pre-season special)

Thriller: Lady Killer pt2 (Pre-season special)

You'll noticed this is the second part (of two) so please catch up with part one first.

As previously stated, when we started recording, the idea was purely just to practice again - so splitting up the episode was all done as an afterthought... hopefully the transition isn't as jarring as I make it out to be in my waffle. 

Podcasting will resume, so hang tight - maybe eave some reviews and tell your friends too, but definitely hang tight because we're ready to record more... We LOVE this podcast so much - it's lovely to share it with you all.

Speak soon x

Oct 08, 202101:09:59
Thriller: Lady Killer pt1 (Pre-season special)

Thriller: Lady Killer pt1 (Pre-season special)

Not so much a tale from the Tales... more a possible inspiration for what the Tales became.

It's Lady Killer featuring Jesus and we decided to take on one of the episodes from Thriller - if you're a fan of TOTU, you'll love this - watch along on youtube (here's a link to the episode) if you want and it'll save you searching out the boxset online...  although, spoiler alert, we WILL be revisiting based on how this watch went - so maybe an amazon purchase would be better (I'm sure ebay could produce a result, but this link might save time)

I guess the elephant in the room is our absence. At no point was did an elephant give us reason to pause recordings... however no need to dwell on it right now - I'm sure it'll come up at some point but as this was our practice session, we just wanted to get back into the rhythm (whatever the rhythm of two middle aged friends is, obviously)

Well, if you're still listening to the show, that's great. We never stopped, just needed a break. Hope that's ok.

Tell a friend. 

Oct 01, 202101:06:58
Way Upstream pt2 - Mid season Summer Special w/Damo

Way Upstream pt2 - Mid season Summer Special w/Damo

It's part 2 of our trip down the river, as we babble through Way Upstream to the dramatic conclusion.


Join me and Damo for another TOTU mid season special in preparation for the season 6 start.

Your patience is appreciated, and sorry I've been absent - at least you're not paying for this shite ay?


Anyway - if you've any reviews to post or feedback or whatever, let us know. Thanks everyone now enjoy the show.



Jul 03, 202155:38
Way Upstream pt1 - Mid season Summer Special w/Damo

Way Upstream pt1 - Mid season Summer Special w/Damo

join me and Damo for a little change in pace to the usual TOTU specials.

Its the meatiest episode we’ve ever attempted but it’s one heck of a journey… on a boat.

We’ll happily be your skippers as we navigate through the treacherous waters of Way Upstream.

(thanks for your patience by the way, we’re recording as we’re able so your support is, as always, incredible)

Jun 27, 202101:07:58
S5 | E18: Skeleton Key (w/Damo)
Mar 15, 202101:36:02
S5 | E17: Who's Got the Lady?

S5 | E17: Who's Got the Lady?

Another painting related story.


Welcome to the podcast. Only a few episodes of season 5 left and the first episode published direct to Anchor.fm, our new home. 

Other than mentioning the episode includes a 5 minute (non-paid) promo right at the start for a project I've been involved in, this description serves as little more than getting used to the new controls and options I have with the new provider. Enjoy the show.

Mar 01, 202101:52:16
S5 | E16: A Man With a Fortune

S5 | E16: A Man With a Fortune

"while you're down there..."
Feb 23, 202101:18:42
S5 | E15: In the Bag

S5 | E15: In the Bag

Grabbing the family jewels
Jan 31, 202101:40:32
S5 | E14: The Absence of Emily (w/Damo)

S5 | E14: The Absence of Emily (w/Damo)

A sting in the tale
Jan 15, 202101:25:56
S5 | E13: What Have You Been up to Lately? (w/Damo)

S5 | E13: What Have You Been up to Lately? (w/Damo)

I'll have a pint of uxoricide please, Cathleen
Dec 27, 202001:16:58
Black Mirror: White Christmas | TOTU PODCAST CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

Black Mirror: White Christmas | TOTU PODCAST CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

A not so silent night
Dec 11, 202001:53:53
S5 | E12: Death in the Morning

S5 | E12: Death in the Morning

Resting witch face
Nov 20, 202001:26:20
The Retro Theme Tune Special (& Quiz)

The Retro Theme Tune Special (& Quiz)

theme tune spesh
Oct 30, 202001:33:19
S5 | E11: Light Fingers

S5 | E11: Light Fingers

All you need is glove!
Oct 21, 202001:22:46
S5 | E10: Death Can Add

S5 | E10: Death Can Add

investments and idiots, numbers and nonsense
Sep 23, 202001:14:23
S5 | E9: A Harmless Vanity

S5 | E9: A Harmless Vanity

You're gonna need a bigger boat
Aug 28, 202001:24:50
S5 | E8: Pattern of Guilt (with Damo - pt2)

S5 | E8: Pattern of Guilt (with Damo - pt2)

so easy... it's crazy
Aug 14, 202059:24
S5 | E8: Pattern of Guilt (with Damo - pt1)

S5 | E8: Pattern of Guilt (with Damo - pt1)

I've nothing much I want to add to this description than offering proof we have at least one other listener... we know this because he joins us in our first ever "plus special guest" episode.We take on the might of Peter Egan in the first of a two part...
Jul 31, 202055:20
S5 | E7: Decoy

S5 | E7: Decoy

Why not nip out for a lunchtime pint at Norwich's The Star with us as we celebrate a proper whodunnit
Jul 17, 202001:12:56
S5 | E6: The Moles

S5 | E6: The Moles

you dirty old man
Jul 03, 202001:20:33
S5 | E5: Stranger in Town

S5 | E5: Stranger in Town

clown
Jun 26, 202001:02:04
S5 | E4: Run Rabbit Run

S5 | E4: Run Rabbit Run

Your 4 minute warning
May 22, 202047:04
S5 | E3: Operation Safecrack

S5 | E3: Operation Safecrack

We join John Mills (again) who plays the number one safecracker in the world as he attempts the heist of the century. sort of.First part of the episode has some valuable medical advice - you don't want to miss that, especially if you have no concern...
Apr 30, 202001:04:36
Re-introduction: We're BACK!

Re-introduction: We're BACK!

included in the re-introduction episode:reasons why there was a breakinane convoplans for the futuredon't go anywhere (not that you can with the lockdown and that), more episodes are on the way super SOON
Apr 29, 202052:14
S5 | E2: The Eavesdropper

S5 | E2: The Eavesdropper

roll up your sleeves, we're about to drop some eaves
Oct 02, 201901:29:17
S5 | E1: Blue Marigold

S5 | E1: Blue Marigold

if you can't beat 'em... complain about it
Sep 20, 201901:19:11
Whistle And I'll Come To You | MID SEASON SUMMER SPECIAL Part 2

Whistle And I'll Come To You | MID SEASON SUMMER SPECIAL Part 2

Donn't blow your trumpet!?
Aug 22, 201951:29
Whistle And I'll Come To You | MID SEASON SUMMER SPECIAL Part 1

Whistle And I'll Come To You | MID SEASON SUMMER SPECIAL Part 1

Blow your trumpet!
Aug 13, 201901:12:05
S4 | E17: Hijack

S4 | E17: Hijack

tit grab!
Jun 04, 201952:22
S4 | E16: The Way to Do It

S4 | E16: The Way to Do It

the only one who wis is the bookie
May 24, 201944:41
S4 | E15: A Glowing Future

S4 | E15: A Glowing Future

If I do say so myself, this is one of the best episodes we've recorded. Albeit one of the oddest tales in the collection to date... not in a good way.hopefully the dissection of what happens up to your standards. What I can promise, is a better mic set...
Apr 18, 201901:05:01
S4 | E14: Bosom Friends

S4 | E14: Bosom Friends

The original staircase
Mar 25, 201901:03:38
S4 | E13: There's One Born Every Minute

S4 | E13: There's One Born Every Minute

Love the one you're with
Mar 11, 201957:44
S4 | E12: Completely Foolproof

S4 | E12: Completely Foolproof

Who loves ya baby?
Feb 19, 201950:28
S4 | E11; Kindly Dig Your Grave

S4 | E11; Kindly Dig Your Grave

Brush stokes!
Feb 10, 201956:16
S4 | E10: The Last Bottle in the World

S4 | E10: The Last Bottle in the World

Fine wine crime
Jan 25, 201952:20
S4 | E9: The Best Policy

S4 | E9: The Best Policy

Slide under the radar
Jan 14, 201950:39
S4 | E8: Never Speak Ill of the Dead

S4 | E8: Never Speak Ill of the Dead

Cinderella RockerCELLA
Jan 03, 201946:58
Christmas Special: The Devil of Christmas

Christmas Special: The Devil of Christmas

Merry Krampus
Dec 16, 201801:11:46
S4 | E7: The Sound Machine

S4 | E7: The Sound Machine

Venus Fly Crap
Dec 07, 201854:39
S4 | E6: Shatterproof

S4 | E6: Shatterproof

Assassin's Creep
Nov 23, 201836:52
Halloween Special: Psychoville

Halloween Special: Psychoville

Trickle Treat
Oct 29, 201801:29:16
S4 | E5: A Woman's Help

S4 | E5: A Woman's Help

Downton Shabby
Oct 26, 201846:12
S4 | E4: The Best of Everything

S4 | E4: The Best of Everything

flunk, clunk, trunk... in that order
Oct 19, 201801:08:03
S4 | E3: The Boy Who Talked With Animals

S4 | E3: The Boy Who Talked With Animals

There are no words. Well... there are... just none that fairly represent our podcast
Oct 05, 201801:04:36
S4 | E2: Vicious Circle

S4 | E2: Vicious Circle

the hypocrite's tale
Sep 18, 201856:43
S4 | E1: Would You Believe it?

S4 | E1: Would You Believe it?

take it with a pinch of salt
Sep 07, 201801:01:51