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Eleventy8

Can a cynical Gen X"er find enlightenment on a sofa? Join me, a grumpy Brit, on a quest to become less of a digital zombie. Expect blunt talk on life, tech, and self-improvement, with rants, reflections, and the occasional existential crisis. It"s not therapy, it"s just me ranting... but it might be cheaper than paying a therapist.

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01:02:57

NHS Failures, Digital Detoxes, and the Death Penalty...

Eleventy8 ·

2025/01/26

In today’s episode of Man on the Sofa, Paul will be tackling a mix of big questions and personal insights. Is the NHS broken beyond repair? I’ll share personal experiences and news highlights. Are vitamins actually doing anything, or is it all a scam? I’ll talk about my fitness regime and what’s working. We’ll also touch on web design tips, from open graph to SEO, and why continual learning is a must.At work, I’ve seen burnt-out project managers and the rise of AI – is it helping or hurting? I’ll

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01:14:41

Man on the Sofa #4 - Bidets, Bureaucracy, and British...

Eleventy8 ·

2025/01/19

In this episode of Man on the Sofa, we tackle the big questions in life: Why does a man need his own space? How do you really wipe your backside? And can a bidet truly change your life?Paul takes aim at the state of the UK (spoiler: it’s not pretty), why the Home Office doesn’t deserve a pay rise, and the ongoing obsession with GDP at any cost. Justin shares his vision of a utopia, which turns out to be… a decent holiday. We also chat about getting older and enjoying the small things, like

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00:54:51

Man on the Sofa #3 – P*ss Seats, Parenting Standards,...

Eleventy8 ·

2025/01/12

In this episode of Man on the Sofa, we dive into the chaos of modern living – from the horror of shared toilets and piss-covered seats to the tragic decline of parenting standards. Paul airs his frustrations with Reform UK and why the Shamima Begum debate was the final straw. Justin shares his thoughts on racial slurs, dreaming of prison guard glory (or not), and why he loves everyone – even if appearances say otherwise. Oh, and did you know working-class folks rocked three-piece suits in the 1800s

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01:12:18

Man on the Sofa #2 – Combat Dealers, Cult...

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2025/01/08

Paul reluctantly crawls back onto YouTube after nearly a year off, this time dragging his best mate Justin along for the ride – because let’s face it, he needed someone to make it vaguely interesting.In this episode, they dive into the joys (and pitfalls) of YouTube, chat about their favourite creators, and debate the ethics of digging up WWII relics just to flog them on eBay. They also take aim at the absolute train wreck that is UK immigration policy and speculate whether Reform UK could

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00:18:11

Man on the Sofa #1

Eleventy8 ·

2024/02/11

Paul talks about the day job, Abdul Ezedi, the UK countryside being racist, England rugby Vs Wales in the six nations and the Apple TV show Masters of the Air.00:00 - Intro 00:25 - Last Week's Video 01:19 - The Day Job 03:12 - Abdul Ezedi 06:32 - UK Countryside is Racist 11:32 - England Rugby Vs Wales 13:37 - Masters of the Air #Eleventy8 #AbdulEzedi #ukcountryside #englandrugby #mastersoftheair --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eleventy8/message

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00:06:49

Who Cares About Eleventy8?

Eleventy8 ·

2024/02/09

Paul tries to explain what has happened to the lack of channel output over the last month or so. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eleventy8/message

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00:06:59

Is Fatman (2020) Worth Your Time? - Movie Review

Eleventy8 ·

2023/12/31

Christmas films are mostly the same, The magic of Christmas, whatever the f that means. Redemption and forgiveness, why? And romance, boring. So when you have Santa fighting off an assassination attempt, you have to pay attention. Anyway… when recently searching for Christmas films that weren't littered with cheer and good will, I found Fatman. I briefly scanned the synopsis, something about Santa trying to save Christmas, a prepubescent kid whose got the ‘ump and hired a hitman trying to kill

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00:07:27

Is Gremlins (1984) Worth Your Time? - Movie Review

Eleventy8 ·

2023/12/24

We’ll talk about Gremlins! That’s right, it is a Christmas movie since the events played out in it feature around Christmas Eve and there is a shit load of snow, real or fake makes no difference to me! So with that out of the way, did you know that Gremlins was loosely coined in the 1920s amongst RAF pilots and engineers? Gremlins were mythological creatures used as a comical way to pass off anomalies when things malfunctioned in the aircrafts at that time. So how did we go from that quaint

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00:07:12

Is True Romance (1993) Worth Your Time? - Movie Review

Eleventy8 ·

2023/12/17

True Romance is, first and foremost, entertaining. It’s a ridiculous story with unlikely situations and unbelievable relationships but it’s fun to watch and, let's face it, with most modern movies, there's not a lot of fun to be had these days. #TrueRomance #QuentinTarantino #TonyScott #ChristianSlater #PatriciaArquette #GaryOldman #AllStarCast #90sMovies #TarantinoMovies #Eleventy8 🌐 https://eleventy8.com 🤑 Donate on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3VVQDT9 🪙 Donate Bitcoin:

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00:06:33

Is Westworld (1973) Worth Your Time? - Movie Review

Eleventy8 ·

2023/12/10

Get Paul's reaction to Westworld and find out if Westworld is worth watching. A great premise of Crichton’s was to put people in a theme park setting. Where obnoxious people relax, expecting to enjoy themselves and let their fat hang over their waistbands. This theme park idea also puts these people in a rat maze equivalent, where they are forced to stick to the safe routes. Putting people in a captive environment, making them vulnerable, non-suspecting and unprepared is a great time to f with

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00:06:58

Cross of Iron - Movie Review

Eleventy8 ·

2023/12/03

Get Paul's reaction to Cross of Iron and find out if Cross of Iron is worth watching. Who would have thought that the former country of Yugoslavia, a director necking whiskey all day and money from a porn director, would have combined to create a war film that still receives accolades to this day! It is 1943, and the German army—ravaged and demoralised—is hastily retreating from the Russian front. In the midst of the madness, conflict brews between the aristocratic yet ultimately

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00:06:33

From Start to Finish Line: Is Gran Turismo Worth...

Eleventy8 ·

2023/11/26

Paul asks... Is Gran Turismo worth watching? How the hell does this happen? A movie based on a racing simulator. Not a video game, but a racing simulator. Now I know that Gran Turismo is technically a video game, but it never had a story, it was just about winning races and buying stuff to get better cars so you could win more races and buy more stuff. There is no other gameplay than that. But I never once thought that the game had such a compelling story that this should be a film! Especially

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00:07:28

A Complete Mystery: Is A Haunting in Venice Worth...

Eleventy8 ·

2023/11/19

Paul asks the question, is A Haunting in Venice worth watching? Paul's ill-researched opinion of Poirot films is that murder happens on a cruise liner, a chateau, or a stately home. Someone gets dead and Poirot bores the audience to death throughout the duration explaining to the simpletons in the room, who dunnit. All the time basking in his massive ego. Is Paul right? #ahauntinginvenice #HerculePoirot #KennethBranagh #TinaFey #MichelleYeoh #KellyReilly #AgathaChristie #Venice #Italy #1940s

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00:07:23

Multiple Personality Disorder: Is Gangster No. 1...

Eleventy8 ·

2023/11/12

It’s a fact of life that things age. I, too, am ageing, quite well I think but yes, all things age, and entertainment ages as well. Rewatching something from just a few years ago may make you question your own sanity and life choices. Something that seemed so poignant at the time, something you connected with back then, now seems like a complete disappointment. Gangster No. 1 tries to add a uniquely English charm to the whole Gangster movie genre. The film covers the rise of a London criminal gang

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00:07:19

Hot And Bothered: Is Boiling Point Worth Watching?

Eleventy8 ·

2023/11/05

There are times... only a few times, mind you, where a piece of media, whether it be a film or TV show, grabs and squeezes you by the scrotum and holds you captive till you've finished watching. Boiling Point is high tension, anxiety inducing and difficult to watch film. If you've ever worked in a kitchen, then this film might make you reach for the antidepressants or start banging your head repeatedly against a wall. You may even reach for the bottle of prosecco your partner has been

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00:06:22

Kandahar (2023) Movie Review: Political Machination...

Eleventy8 ·

2023/10/29

Ah, the algorithms have smiled upon us! Our intrepid reviewer Paul stumbled upon "Kandahar" on Amazon Prime Video, likely nestled between a documentary about conspiracy theories and a rom-com you'd never admit to watching. Strap in, folks; we're venturing into the cinematic Wild West. 🎥 What's the deal with "Kandahar"? Is it a hidden masterpiece or another addition to the 'stream and forget' club? Paul's got opinions and he's not afraid to use

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00:49:14

Elvis (2022) Movie Review: Self-Consciously Hip or...

Eleventy8 ·

2023/10/23

Get ready for the ultimate clash of eras as Paul and Samir dive into the glittering world of 'Elvis 2022.' Witness Samir, a man so lost in the 50s and 60s that he thinks Elvis is the Second Coming, try to convince Paul—a man who believes the King's crown is made of nothing but overrated sequins—that this movie is worth its weight in gold lamé. Will Paul find a newfound appreciation for blue suede shoes, or will Samir finally admit that maybe, just maybe, Elvis isn't the centre of the

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01:06:47

Mississippi Buring (1988) Movie Review: Simmering...

Eleventy8 ·

2023/10/16

Ah, yes, gather 'round, cinephiles and casual Netflix surfers, for Paul and Samir are about to take you on a cinematic journey back to 1988. No, we're not talking about mullets and neon spandex; we're diving deep into the Oscar-nominated film, "Mississippi Burning." Let's not kid ourselves. The film might have you believe the FBI agents were practically Marvel superheroes, just missing the capes. But let's sprinkle a little reality on this Hollywood sundae. The FBI

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01:02:11

The Ipcress File (1965) Movie Review: Sixties Cool or...

Eleventy8 ·

2023/10/02

Get ready for a piss-poor nostalgic ride as Paul and Samir, both stuck in their 40s but dreaming of the swinging '60s, take on "The Ipress File" in what promises to be the quirkiest live stream review ever. Paul's got his trusty drink by his side, because, you know, nothing says movie critique like a good old tipple. Meanwhile, Samir's humour is so avant-garde, you'll be questioning reality itself. Picture this: Paul reminiscing about a film he barely remembers while Samir

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00:57:54

American Gangster (2007) Movie Review: Intelligent...

Eleventy8 ·

2023/09/25

Join Paul and Samir... again, for their ponderings on Ridley Scott's American Gangster (2007). Ridley Scott is one of the most acclaimed directors of our time. He's made some of the most iconic films of the past few decades, including Blade Runner, Alien, and Gladiator. But he's also made some flops, like Prometheus and Exodus: Gods and Kings. So which Ridley Scott are we getting with American Gangster? The intelligent and visionary director who crafts complex and morally ambiguous

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