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So, What‘s the Problem?
A podcast in which our hosts re-watch movies from their youth to determine if it‘s problematic by today‘s standards. Hosted by Jimmy Brown and Jen King. Feed is also the home to The Vintage Movie Book Club, also hosted by Jimmy and Jen. Jimmy has another podcast, Terror in Ten, a horror movie review podcast in ten minutes or less on its own feed.
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Episodes
The Fatal Beauty (1987) Problem 29.06.2026 37:25
Well, here we are, still in the year 1987, with Jimmy's pick, the comedy action movie Fatal Beauty directed by non-Spider-Man Tom Holland. In this episode, our hosts talk about tonal issues, Whoopi Goldberg's movie career and Jimmy says what he wants to be when he grows up. This episode contains a LOT of strong language including some that begins with the letter "c" if you are av...
The Dirty Dancing (1987) Problem 22.06.2026 36:35
Jimmy and Jen stay in 1987 for some reason with Dirty Dancing, a genuinely good movie. They talk about age gaps, nose jobs and abortion. Fun! Contains strong language.
The Vintage Movie Book Club- The Cable Guy 15.06.2026 33:48
Welcome back to the Vintage Movie Book Club where Jimmy and Jen discuss a movie novelisation from when they were young...younger than they are now. This time, they are talking about The Cable Guy and while they have very little differences between movie and book, they discover something interesting... So, What's the Problem will return next week with Dirty Dancing. Contains strong language. Th...
The Principal (1987) Problem 01.06.2026 37:38
Hey, remember when Jim, sorry James, Belushi was a thing? He actually made enjoyable movies back in the day, like this action, comedy, thriller, thing. We discuss white saviour movies, old teenagers and have a possibly controversial conversation regarding the comedy genius of Jim's brother John. Contains strong language. Trigger warning: conversation of attempted sexual assault in the movie wi...
The Dragnet (1987) Problem 18.05.2026 36:44
Wait, what??? After almost two years, give or take, Jimmy and Jen are back with a brand spanking new episode of So, What's the Problem? And they are a bit rusty, please forgive them. Contains strong language.
Special Announcement 13.04.2026 1:06
Jimmy is here with some special, exciting and important news regarding So, What's the Problem!!
The Vintage Movie Book Club- April Fools Day 13.04.2026 56:29
Hey, new episode! Jimmy and Jen chat about the novelisation of a slasher movie, April Fools day, book and movie were both released in 1986 and they are pretty different in one major aspect. And a few minor ones. This episode contains very, very strong language and adult themes including abortion. By the way, just so you all know, So, What's the Problem is coming back soon. Not sure exactly whe...
The Vintage Movie Book Club- My Girl 11.04.2026 26:32
It's the 5th episode of The Vintage Movie Book Club and again, it's a family movie but next time, Jimmy and Jen will be talking about something more adult leaning. This is our shortest episode so far as there just aren't that many differences, even with a character from the movie missing from the book. This episode was originally released in February 2026 but all episodes are now avail...
The Vintage Movie Book Club- Home Alone 11.04.2026 45:38
The 4th episode of The Vintage Movie Book Club sees Jimmy and Jen discuss Jen's favourite Christmas movie of all time. And the book that was based on it but released later, slightly. Our hosts discuss the differences, highlight why Uncle Frank is the absolute worst and set the record straight once and for all... just who do all these kids belong to? This episode was originally released in Dece...
The Vintage Movie Book Club- Halloween 11.04.2026 39:58
Episode 3 of the Vintage Movie Book Club sees Kimmy and Jen discuss the kind of weird novelisation of Halloween. Jen doesn't like that Michael Myers talks and Jimmy pronounces Samhain wrong a bunch. This episode was originally released in October 2025 but all episodes are now available on this feed. Music- Sweeter Vermouth by Kevin MacLeod.
The Vintage Movie Book Club- The Goonies 11.04.2026 35:04
Episode 2 of The Vintage Movie Book Club sees Jimmy and Jen talk about The Goonies. Does Jen like the book more than the movie and just how many differences are there? This episode was originally released in 2025 but all episodes are now available on this feed.
Scream 7 Spoiler Talk 09.03.2026 1:03:41
Join Jimmy and Jen as they talk about Scream 7 in a spoiler filled discussion. One of them likes the movie more than the other and there are mild disagreements and strong language.
The Vintage Movie Book Club- Final Destination 18.07.2025 39:33
Hey, welcome to a brand new podcast, from Jimmy and Jen. This is the test/pilot episode of The Vintage Movie Book Club, where we read and review novelisations of movies from the 80s and 90s. The books must have been released at the same time as the movie to qualify. Except this month, where we picked a book based on the fact we both watched the movie again recently. Theme- "Sweeter Vermouth&q...
The Labyrinth (1986) Problem 12.01.2024 47:05
We're back, happy 2024! Jimmy and Jen ring in the New Year with a discussion on a childhood fave of the former. Is it a whimsical fantasy fairy tale or the story of a teenage girl's descent into madness? Topics include David Bowie, misremembering lyrics, the baby actor's wellbeing and the age old discussion of digital media vs physical. Join in in two weeks for Jen's birthday pick. Contains strong...
The A Christmas Story (1983) Problem 23.12.2023 39:30
It's our final episode of the year and the second festive episode of the month. Jimmy and Jen discuss this beloved classic like two people who aren't fans of the movie. Because, well, you know, they're not... Sorry. Topics include corporal punishment in schools, the different ways to discuss movies and good ol' racism. Jen's audio starts off not great but improves very, very quickly. Contains stro...
The Santa Claus: The Movie (1985) Problem 09.12.2023 34:18
It's DECEMBER! In the first of two episodes this month, Jimmy and Jen talk about this 1985 oddity. They discuss the usual, as well as the movie's music and Jimmy has a couple of rants. Please note that Jen's audio quality in this episode varies wildly. Contains strong language.
The Home for the Holidays (1995) Problem 25.11.2023 41:00
Join Jimmy and Jen as they discuss Jodie Foster's second movie as a director. Topics include drug addiction, relatives and Television sizes. We'll be back in two weeks with a Christmas movie! Contains strong language.
The Ishtar (1987) Problem 20.11.2023 38:32
The wheel returns with this infamous bomb but is it really that bad? Discussions/tangents include Funko Pops, bad movies and weird IMDB trivia. Stay tuned at the end for announcements regarding the future of the show. Contains strong language.
The Brainscan (1994) Problem 31.10.2023 30:20
It's our shortest ever episode and Jimmy had to put audio of the original trailer at the end to get it over the 30 minute mark, yay! October ends with this semi-forgotten horror that maybe should be all the way forgotten? Possibly. Jimmy and Jen discuss acting, confusing endings, the movie's score and next week's episode is determined by the wheel! Contains very strong language. Recorded on Sunda...
The Pet Sematary (1989) Problem 20.10.2023 38:16
We're back, after a week's absence due to Jimmy's damn internet being off for FIVE FULL DAYS! Spooky month continues with the first adaptation of Stephen King's novel inspired by his actual cat dying in an episode recorded on Jimmy's birthday, October 11th. This episode, Jimmy and Jen discuss cats and death. Contains strong language.
The Omen (1976) Problem 07.10.2023 47:01
It's Jimmy's birthday pick and he's running out of movies from 1976 that he watched as a kid! Also, horror because October! Topics include the 70s, remakes and, of course, the Omen "Curse". Contains very strong language and adult themes. Jimmy has a new microphone, so you will hear the bumping of a table and the moving of a chair from his side. He'll adjust it for next time.
The Just One of the Guys (1985) Problem 29.09.2023 32:54
It's Jen's pick and it's oddly similar as the last movie they covered. Kind of. Topics include eyes, boobs and tattoos. The wheel is taking a break until November as October has it's own gimmick. Contains strong language.
The Soul Man (1986) Problem 01.09.2023 43:26
Oh, boy. The time is finally here for Jimmy and Jen to chat about a movie they are both watching for the first time, thanks to "the wheel". Is it a racist piece of crap or a well intentioned oddity? Discussions include Blackface (obviously),racism (obviously) and how the character would fare today. Contains strong language.
The So I Married an Axe Murderer (1993) Problem 25.08.2023 35:00
Jimmy's latest pick is a romantic comedy from the 90s. That's right, JIMMY'S latest pick. He liked Mike Myers when he was younger, what can we say? Topics include the director of the movie, alternate versions of the script and what happened on each of our hosts' day of birth. Oh and did you know Jimmy is Scottish? For next week, we entrust the wheel to pick us something... Contains VERY strong lan...
The Boy Who Could Fly (1986) Problem 19.08.2023 45:00
Jen's newest pick is this whimsical family movie directed by The Shape. Topics of discussion include kissing relatives on the lips, re-watch podcasts and John Carpenter, briefly. Contains strong language and the theme of suicide. Next week, from Michael Myers to Mike Myers...
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