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Tom mentions that John Lennon was a big fan of 'Just William,' described as stories about a raggedy schoolboy with a gang of outlaws. This is discussed in the context of the Beatles' roots in decades before they were born, including influences from the 1920s-1940s.

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Referenced as stories that provide 'a brilliant window into their mentality in Middle England' where bearded characters are portrayed as eccentric vegetarians or League of Nations enthusiasts

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Discussed as a book series created in 1922, described as stories about 'the ultimate naughty schoolboy' that provide a window into middle England anxieties in the 1920s and 1930s. The hosts note the books sold millions of copies.