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Reasons to dump you...

Reasons to dump you

One podcast. One relationship. Numerous films and multiple reasons to be dumped. Warning...there will be spoilers and undoubtedly arguments.

tv & film film reviews

All Episodes

47:01

Bad Boys

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2022/08/17

Beware! After watching Bad Boys, Brian is on such an adrenalin high, he’s chatting away like he’s ingested an entire Haribo factory. So expect a top speed rundown of the Simpson/Bruckheimer/Bay movie formula. Meanwhile, Sinéad fixates on Téa Leoni’s boots and gives us the recipe for making the perfect prop urine. Finally, say hello to our new segment - ‘Nerd Alert‘ where Sinéad shares as much film trivia as she can, in just a few minutes. Altogether now, 'Bad boys, bad boys, what you gonna

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45:33

Clue

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2022/08/10

Was it Mrs Peacock in the Library, Colonel Mustard in the Kitchen or maybe Miss Scarlet in the Dining Room? Let’s be honest, when you’re having this much fun, who cares? Grab a weapon, draw a card and press play to launch our delicious dive into the comedy classic Clue. Whilst Sinéad gets over excited at the endless quotability of the film, Brian drafts a list of reasons as to why she loves slapstick. There’s laughter, VHS scores and reasons to dump you. Oh, and of course, why settle for just one

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44:39

Wayne's World

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2022/08/03

We are not worthy, but then again, you probably already knew that. For this episode, we head to a basement in Aurora Illinois, sing Bohemian Rhapsody and schwing our way back to 1992. Rewatching Wayne’s World, I develop an overwhelming urge to buy a Chia Pet, realise I’m Garth and lose focus a bit towards the end. Brian on the other hand, believes the storyline predicted the future, wants to bring back the word honk (puke) and will accept no criticism of this film. No way.

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47:53

Three Identical Strangers

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2022/07/27

We are in documentary heaven this week, with Sinéad’s film choice: Three Identical Strangers. It’s an unbelievable true story, that heads in directions you never thought possible, so strap in and be prepared for highs, lows and plenty of angry ranting. Trust us, once you’ve watched this film, you won’t want to stop discussing it.

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47:24

The Night of the Hunter

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2022/07/20

L-O-V-E and H-A-T-E. Well, we’re all about the love people. So even though it’s sweltering and our tv is giving off Sahara style heat, we’re sitting in our pants watching ‘Night of the Hunter’ for your listening pleasure. Hit play to hear us chat about Robert Mitchum’s knuckles, Shelley Winter’s mannequin and Wind in the Willows. We also find time to revel in horror influences and discuss greed and corruption, because, you know, our finger’s on the pulse. So, come and join us; there may even be a

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53:27

Stand By Me

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2022/07/13

Sinéad puts her heart on the line by choosing the 1980’s coming of age film, Stand By Me. Expect her to be waxing lyrical over every tiny moment, whilst Brian (wrongly) criticises the opening scene and use of music. We chat about deleted scenes, and worry about the safety rules of American trains, all whilst getting distracted by bin trucks and hummus. If you love the film, come join the fun and if you don’t, then listen just for Brian’s Derry Girls theory. Finally - Goofy is indeed a dog. You’re

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52:03

Weird Science

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2022/07/06

We’re back in the eighties discussing the John Hughes, teenage sci-fi fantasy that is Weird Science. We get a great performance from Anthony Michael Hall, an early appearance from Robert Downey Jr and some fantastic minor characters, step forward please, Gary’s parents. However, even Brian admits this movie hasn’t aged that well and watching Kelly LeBrok make out with a child definitely feels wrong. However, discomfort aside, why not pop on a crop top, join us to reminisce and then go comb your

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50:37

Knives Out

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2022/06/29

If you love a top notch mystery/whodunnit, then join us for a chat about the brilliant 2019 film, Knives Out. From the production design, to the script, to the performances, this really is a fantastically entertaining film. We delve into sparring families, privileged upbringings and our shared love of Jamie Lee Curtis, whilst even finding time to argue over Hercule Poirot’s moustache.

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49:34

Rebel Without A Cause

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2022/06/22

Brian takes us back to the 1950’s, to watch the iconic film, Rebel without a Cause. We discuss teenagers, the generation gap, masculinity and the effects of fathers (including absent ones). Whilst Brian contemplates smoking again and lists numerous comparisons to Back to the Future, Sinéad is left baffled that the the story apparently takes place in just one day. Weirdly though, we agree on pretty much everything, including the fact that James Dean is quite probably the epitome of cool. (Did you

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50:17

Desperately Seeking Susan

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2022/06/15

Welcome back! Or hello if you’ve never found this podcast before. We’re starting Season Two of Reasons To Dump You, by watching Desperately Seeking Susan. There is so much to love about this film, not least the desire it provokes to live in New York and the utter adoration for Laurie Metcalf’s performance. However, there is also time for arguments about storyline, amnesia, performances and affairs. And of course, Sinéad is on hand with her Filofax of facts to dazzle Brian. On that note, some final

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3:00

Sinead's Top 5 Reasons...

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2022/06/08

Another mini-episode for you, to round out Season One, as Sinéad shares her top 5 reasons to dump Brian. You'll find that the top slot, needs no explanation.

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Brian's Top 5 Reasons...

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2022/06/08

In this mini-episode, Brian runs down his top 5 reasons to dump Sinéad, collated from Season One. There are some strong entries here, but just what has made it to the coveted number one spot?

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55:51

Salem's Lot (1979)

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2022/06/01

Brian faces fears he’s been holding on to since he was 10 years old, by making us watch Salem’s Lot. After 3 hours, he realises he should have exorcised his demons long ago and falls in love with David Soul’s hair and style. Sinéad is tempted to spend the night tapping at bedroom windows and admits she’d love to live in any Stephen King created town. Join us for a creepy vision of vampires, with vibes of Hitchcock, Hammer, Nosferatu and 70’s nastiness. And no, just to clarify, Barbara Babcock (as

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56:05

Carrie (1976)

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2022/05/25

We delve into the world of horror with Sinéad's movie choice, the 1976 classic, Carrie. There is so much to enjoy here, not least the excellent hair on display. (We haven’t seen such fantastic locks since Dom won The Great Big Tiny Design Challenge.) Although arguing over music and character motivation, we do agree that Harry Potter had nothing to complain about and that Sue will never forget the trauma of prom, despite what her mother says. We wonder if the 1970’s really was the age of the

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60:41

War Games

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2022/05/18

As we discuss the 1983 film War Games, Brian's enthusiasm and adoration for the eighties has never been clearer. Unfortunately though, it seems Sinéad isn't giving the film quite as much love as he'd like. Prepare yourself for tension, ranting and some great tips on choosing passwords and buttering corn. By the end, we’re left with many unanswered questions, such as; is Matthew Broderick really the ultimate eighties teenager and will Sinéad dump Brian for a 1983-era Michael Madsen? In

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60:41

Grease 2

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2022/05/11

Sinéad tries to convince Brian that Grease is still the word, by demanding a viewing of the cult classic Grease 2. From the very start, Brian becomes obsessed with Johnny’s large collars and has the audacity to disrespect Frenchy. Whilst Sinéad tries to help him understand the camp, hilarious joy of the film, he merely claims that bowling isn’t cool (he’s wrong) and remains unconvinced by Michael’s transformation to a cool rider. The guy has a motorbike and leathers - what more does he need? Fear

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94:46

Demolition Man

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2022/05/04

Greetings and salutations! Brian’s film choice for this episode is the Snipes, Stallone, Bullock sci-fi action flick Demolition Man. It’s perhaps not quite the masterpiece Brian recalls from his youth, but does initiate some intellectual debate about alternatives to toilet paper and a potential future BanksyBot (trademark pending). Sinéad appears to miss the nudity that Brian sees, whilst he compares himself to Sylvester Stallone and rants about Die Hard. After such a rollercoaster ride we're

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68:43

Little Women

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2022/04/27

Sinéad has her work cut out in convincing Brian that Greta Gerwig’s Little Women is a fantastic adaptation of a beloved (BELOVED!) classic. Brian claims there are too many people living in one house before declaring that he found Inception ‘easier to follow than this.’ Sinéad does her best to explain to Brian the life of women in the 1800’s and somehow only ends up with 3 reasons to dump him. One thing we do agree on is the excellence of Mr Chalamet’s performance and Brian discovers a new crush (but

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86:18

Roma

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2022/04/20

Brian is keen to inject a dose of culture into the podcast this week, by making us watch the Oscar winning film Roma. We both fall in love with the family's house and get Mexican Downton Abbey vibes, whilst Sinéad shows her naivety and Brian consolidates his dislike for bare feet. Expect a random Goonies reference and prepare for a disturbing 'naked lightsaber dance' (there's no other description for it and Sinéad's eyes may never recover).

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75:51

Night of the Living Dead

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2022/04/13

This episode is Sinéad’s cinematic choice - Night of the Living Dead. Join us as we argue over what defines a horror film, but agree that a Ring-Go doorbell would alter the story immeasurably. Meanwhile Brian becomes obsessed with our (non existent) very aggressive legal team and discovers his new favourite film character - Karen. To be fair, she does absolutely steal the entire show, doesn’t she? (p.s - the boy whose character name we couldn’t remember is Tom - sorry Tom.)

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