Thunderbirds over Franco's Spain – When British TV Invaded Spain - ExPat life in Andalusia
Spanish Practices – Living in Spain: Real Life, Real Spain · Aug 8, 2026 · 11:02
Spanish Practices – Living in Spain: Real Life, Real Spain
Spanish Practices – Living in Spain: Real Life, Real Spain · Aug 8, 2026 · 11:02
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What was it like watching television in Franco's Spain? In this episode of Spanish Practices – Real Life, Real Spain, John looks back at the early days of Spanish TV and the surprising influence of British favourites including Thunderbirds, Captain Scarlet, The Avengers, The Prisoner and Doctor Who.
Plus, a personal encounter with Thunderbirds creator Gerry Anderson — and the day Lady Penelope and Parker turned up in a London radio studio.
A nostalgic and humorous journey through Spanish television, British TV in Spain and life in 1960s Spain.
Episodes: Spanish Practices – Living in Spain: Real Life, Real Spain
