Davina McCall, Michael Douglas & Entale Studios

Making The Cut with Davina McCall & Michael Douglas

Society EN ↓ 210 episodes

Don’t know what to eat? Don’t know what to watch? Don’t know which toothpaste to choose? Davina McCall and Michael Douglas make the tough decisions easy for you. This podcast is like the TripAdvisor for your life. From iconic movies to the best mascara, let Davina and Michael guide you through what’s hot and what’s not. And when they need help making the cut, they call in on some of their friends to join them. We are not paid or associated with anything that we review, these are only our opinions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Davina McCall, Michael Douglas & Entale Studios

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Society

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Latest episode

May 22, 2026

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Episodes

SERIES 2: Episode 8 - Marc Rebillet, Apple Watch, Prisoners, The Prestige, Ella Bull, Jumpers, Minimus, Lyre's, Casey Frey 30.10.2020

This time on Making the Cut we recommend all types of things for you to listen to, watch, taste, wear and lean about. That includes a rebel musician, smart watches, jumpers, jewellery, Hugh Jackman movies, non-alcoholic drinks and a comedian! Find us @makingthecutpodcast on Instagram where you can send us your recommendations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SERIES 2: Episode 7 - The Kid Stays in the Picture, FundJumpers, Reel Stories, ODDBOX, Because of You 23.10.2020

Are you ready for another instalment of Making the Cut? We're chatting about a documentary called The Kid Stays in the Picture that's informed Michael's personal philosophy. Then Davina shows off a new jumper and we discuss a grocery delivery service, a book and a TV series. But before all that, we talk about how we're feeling during the pandemic. Find us @makingthecutpodcast on Instagram where yo...

SERIES 2: Episode 6 - Man Up, Rocks, Stokes Garlic Mayonnaise, Ukuleles, Electric Scooters 16.10.2020

In this week's edition of Making the Cut we kick off with two movie recommendations. One's a romcom on the iPlayer called Man Up and the other is a thought-provoking drama set in London called Rocks. Then the 'King of Condiments', Michael, gives his opinion on Stokes Garlic Mayonnaise. Plus we talk about the joys of ukuleles and Michael's new electric scooter. Find us @makingthecutpodcast on Insta...

SERIES 2: Episode 5 - Air Fryer, American Murder, Capturing the Friedmans, Salad Chopper, Stewart Lee 09.10.2020

We're back with another round of Making the Cut! We're literally cutting today with a listener-recommended salad chopper. Plus we're pairing the greens with air-fried chicken wings and chips. In addition to all this we talk TV shows, movies and more. Find us @makingthecutpodcast on Instagram where you can send us your recommendations! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SERIES 2: Episode 4 - The Trip to Greece, Des, Weighted Vests, Joan MacDonald, Skipping, My Octopus Teacher 02.10.2020

Welcome back to Making the Cut! Firstly we start off with a quick correction regarding Chillow. We felt we had to reflect the feedback from some of our listeners and remove our previous mentions of the product in the podcast. We've contacted Chillow for a response, but haven't heard back from them. Then we chat about all sorts of things including documentaries, TV shows, workout equipment and Davi...

SERIES 2: Episode 3 - Fever Tree, Chipper, Exit Here, Social Dilemma, Stewart Lee, KoronaGadget 25.09.2020

What's made the cut this week?! Michael and Davina discuss a range of topics including Fever Tree tonic, the best kinds of gin, a charity-shop treasure, a new documentary and a handy gadget for the pandemic. Find us @makingthecutpodcast on Instagram where you can send us your recommendations! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SERIES 2: Episode 1 - Mini Apples, Ted Lasso, Rains, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, IGTV & Leather Jackets 24.09.2020

Davina and Michael are back for series 2 and the first episode is a bumper! From mini apples and trendy rain wear to the film we all need to watch right now. Listen in to hear about all the things that have made the cut this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SERIES 2: Episode 2 - Ketchup, Ken and Insta Art 18.09.2020

This week we're talking Ketchup, another Ken Burns classic and some activist art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EPISODE 27: Betsy's Positive Videos, Condiment Bottles, Live Aid, Bower Collective 17.07.2020

Everyone needs some positivity at the moment - so this week we're introducing you to possibly the most positive little girl in Britain. Her name is Betsy and she has an unbelievably cute YouTube channel. Then we move on to the squeezy condiment bottles of Michael's dreams. Beyond that we talk Live Aid and the sustainability brand Bower Collective. Finally we wrap up with the greatest hits of our r...

EPISODE 26: Midnight Gospel, Bulletproof Coffee, Happiness, Mooncups, Lil Dicky 10.07.2020

We're back again! This time we're talking the podcast-turned-animation Midnight Gospel. Then, what exactly is bulletproof coffee? We investigate. Then we chat about a great TED talk on happiness, the benefits of using a Mooncup and the rapper Lil Dicky. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EPISODE 25: Sex Education, Tim Minchin, Disco Lights and The end of the world 03.07.2020

This week, we're talking about sex education around the world and how to talk to your kids about sex. Then we're loving the new Tim Minchin track, getting our disco lights on, and a new favourite TV series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EPISODE 24: Peanuts, Perel Podcasts, Winterbottom and Words 26.06.2020

This week we're munching on KP Honey Roasted Peanuts and listening to Esther Perel. Then we learn about mental health, stan Steve Coogan and Michael Winterbottom, and get play with friends - not strangers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EPISODE 23: Zyliss, Reece Parkinson, Sonos, Anne Youngson and discovering avocados 19.06.2020

This week, we're geeking out on cookware, discovering new talk radio, listening to some fantastic speakers and experimenting with breakfast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 22: Son of Rambow, Blinkist, Meg & Bee Handbags & Shoutouts! 12.06.2020

On today's episode Michael recommends the Son of Rainbow and explains why Spike Milligan influenced his review! Davina then talks about the book digest app Blinkist and the beautiful handbags from Meg & Bee. Plus we read through some of your amazing messages and recommendations! If you'd like to donate to the Radio Academy do so via this link - https://bit.ly/support-podcasts Hosted on Acast....

EPISODE 21: Britney, Stuff You Should Know, American Beauty 05.06.2020

This week, we're talking about a Britney Spears documentary, podcast recommendations, revise a past favourite and enjoy the novelty of a manual food processor! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EPISODE 20: Rhino Coffee, New Yorker Jigsaw, T-Shirt Printing, Alvalle Gazpacho & Britney 29.05.2020

I(Michael) start off this episode by trying out my new favourite coffee gadget, then we're onto the New Yorker puzzles and t-shirt printing, both great ways to entertain yourself in lockdown. Davina tries to convince me change my mind about Gazpacho (aka cold soup!), i revisit my review of the Last Dance and one of our listeners asks us to take a look at a new Britney Spears documentary. Remember...

EPISODE 19: The Last Dance, Tik Tok, Bono on Bono 22.05.2020

This week we talk about some new TV we've been watching - New Amsterdam and the Last Dance. I (Davina) tell Michael about my Tik Tok obsession. Plus we chat about Bono on Bono, the Family Game, Sensate and much more. For the best experience make sure you listen on the Entale app! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EPISODE 18: Coldplay doc, The School of Life, Modern Love 15.05.2020

This week, Michael's enjoyed a documentary on Coldplay, Davina's explored The School of Life and we round up with some Modern Love, thoughts on collagen and facts from The London Encyclopedia. Entale is matching donations to The Radio Academy, who are helping those in the industry affected by Coronavirus. Please follow this link to donate: https://bit.ly/support-podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast...

EPISODE 17: The Deer Hunter, Remote events, Louis Theroux, Pancakes in a bottle 08.05.2020

This week, Michael has been watching the evergreen classic The Deer Hunter. Davina attended virtual theatre, and then became obsessed with the new Louis Theroux podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EPISODE 16: Tony Blair, AdultSwim Choir, Joe Tracini, Procreate, AlphaBrain and The Washington Post! 01.05.2020

This week, I (Michael) have been watching a slightly dodgy documentary about Tony Blair. Davina's found a weird and wonderful online choir, as well as a fantastic chap to follow on Twitter. Then we discuss the benefits of nootropics, and my recommendation is a subscription to The Washington Post. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 15: Podcast Do-Overs, Elvie Pelvic Floor, Submarine, Naughts & Crosses , Audible & Music Recommendations 24.04.2020

This week we had a nightmare episode so decided to start again, this is take 2. Davina reviews the Elvie Pelvic Floor trainer and TV show Naughts & Crosses. Michael reviews the film Submarine and the soundtrack plus he shares a bunch of other great music recommendations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 14: Peanut Butter Falcon, Teasmade, Vietnam War & Reese's Nutrageous 17.04.2020

I (Davina) have now finished the Morning show and so we go back to it for a final review. Michael then talks about the Vietnam War on Netflix which he gives an astounding 9/10!!! We discuss the heartwarming movie Peanut Butter Falcon, I review a teasmade and the latest Reese's choccy bar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 13: Greggs, Headspace, Blueprint, Matrix, Tumeric shots & The Morning Show 10.04.2020

Our first podcast recorded apart! Up today...I (Michael) wax lyrical about the Greggs frozen goods i'm enjoying in lockdown and a brilliant book about nature and nurture called Blueprint. Davina talks about the benefits of headspace the meditation app and turmeric shots and we both discuss The Morning Show and The Matrix. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EPISODE 12: Amanda Harrington Tan, The Sunscreen Song, Knives Out, Vimto and the Daily Stoic 03.04.2020

Here's hoping that today's episode keeps you occupied while you're at home. I (Davina) review the Amanda Harrington fake tan which Michael has promised me he'll try. Then we chat about the movie Knives Out and the radio documentary Sunscreen Song. We also chat about a meditation book called the Daily Stoic and try out some Vimto! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EPISODE 11: Molecule 1 perfume, This Time with Alan Partridge, The Perfect Poached Egg, Trainspotting, Shuvit Cancer & Revamp hairstyler 27.03.2020

This is the first episode we have recorded on our own albeit before the full lockdown was implemented! To set the scene...we're at Davina's house with her dog Beau and the beloved Aga! We've got lots of entertainment recommendations for you to keep you amused including This Time with Alan Partridge and Trainspotting the movie. Davina reviews her favourite perfume Molecule 1 and I (Michael) review...

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