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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 i...

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 wron...

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.

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...

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...

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.

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?

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 v...

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...

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 Broderi...

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’...

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 compa...

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...

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 ot...

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?...

It’s a bumper episode this week as we chat all things Les Miserables. Initially surprised by Brian’s choice, Sinéad swiftly realises it may have something to do with his penchant for Helena Bonham Carter. After watching the film, we wonder why all pub landlords seem to be cockneys, become concerned with Hugh Jackman’s accent during ‘what have I done’ and point out the clear dangers of swimming in...

Sinéad chooses To Sir with Love for this episode and is more than delighted to spend 105 minutes with Sidney Poitier. Brian has flashbacks to school, turns into a Dickensian caricature and brags heartily about his scotch-egg making abilities. We learn that Sinéad's teaching style would be one of nurture, whilst Brian would favour discipline, with a side helping of flamboyance. (Finally, if Lul...

Brian takes a nostalgic trip down memory lane and causes concern with his overwhelming desire for a Rambo Knife (apparently the most wanted kids present of 1982). Sinéad challenges Usain Bolt to a race, Brian insists that he won Junior Kickstart and both believe that if someone had just bought Mr Rambo a coffee, a lot of this madness could have been avoided. (Kudos to Mr Stallone for that end scen...

We are coming at ya from Spain for this Oz-tastic episode and Sinéad cannot contain her excitement. We feel all the emotions, discover the weirdness of Victoria Wood's Return to Oz song, get freaked out by stones and discuss a new business venture for Pret A Manger - the lunch pail tree. In conclusion, it seems Brian is morally bankrupt, but we both agree that this may indeed be the darkest Di...

This episode we're high kicking our way through Bloodsport with Jean-Claude Van Damme. Brian fully regresses to childhood as we overdose on excessive montage and flashbacks. Whilst Sinéad worries about the poor cleaning standards of the Kumite tournament and struggles to convince Brian that Jean-Claude's love interest is called Janice.

Sparks fly in this episode as we head across to Jersey with the British psychological thriller Beast. Sinéad stands by her choice of film as we weave our way through the disturbing plot, argue about symbolic meanings, discuss whale jumpers and of course, name check TV classics, Bergerac and The Sweeney. The question is, can we agree on anything anymore? (p.s...Stay away from Brians glovebox and FA...

As we watch Spirited Away, Sinéad pops her Studio Ghibli cherry and Brian's brain becomes overwhelmed. We note similarities between Yubaba and Margaret Thatcher, expose Sinéad's irrational fear of animatronic dinosaurs and get flashbacks to the Bull and Bush pub in Richmond. (Anyone else remember having to practically swim to the toilets?)

Sinead's off the deep end and has dived straight into her next film choice - A Star is Born (2018) There's highs, lows and facts galore. We wonder if Lady Gaga uses Imperial Leather or Matey bubble bath, Brian worries about everyone's jobs and Sinead is concerned for Gaga's ankles and bare feet. Ultimately though, will Brian be won over or is he in fact actually made of stone?

The Hateful Eight is Brian's choice for episode four and (as usual) Tarantino causes quite the stir. Expect controversy, uncomfortable moments, great facial hair, and a lot of Hercule Poirot chat. We ponder the meaning of the word haberdashery and note Reservoir Dogs comparisons, whilst Brian struggles to say Channing Tatum and decides the film should be called The Hateful Eight and The Slight...

It’s episode three and Sinead believes she’s hit gold by introducing Brian to the film Dogfight. Expect adoration for River Phoenix and Lili Taylor, anger at the idea that thirty-two is old and excitement at the appearance of a young Dr Barry Farber. The overriding question though, is does Brian have a heart? His reaction to one scene would indicate maybe not.