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

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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 know that T-shirt sales rocketed after this film came out!)

Rebel Without A Cause

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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 post-podcast facts for you: Richard Edson, who plays the newspaper guy, is also the garage attendant in Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, and, Orion Pictures has relaunched and are currently focused on telling stories by underserved voices.

Desperately Seeking Susan

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Another mini-episode for you, to round out Season One, as Sinéad shares her top 5 reasons to dump Brian. You&#39;ll find that the top slot, needs no explanation.

Sinead's Top 5 Reasons...

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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's Top 5 Reasons...

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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 June Petrie), was not in Return to Oz.

Salem's Lot (1979)

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We delve into the world of horror with Sinéad&#39;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 nipple and decide never to sell a house with a sale board shaped like a cross. And finally, yes, Helen (not Katie) did play Grace, the school secretary in Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.

Carrie (1976)

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As we discuss the 1983 film War Games, Brian&#39;s enthusiasm and adoration for the eighties has never been clearer. Unfortunately though, it seems Sinéad isn&#39;t giving the film quite as much love as he&#39;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 the end, all we do know, is that the only winning move is not to play. (p.s: Martin Brest was replaced as Director by the studio when they felt he was taking the film down too dark a thriller route).

War Games

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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 not though, a happy ending is in sight, as by the end, both of us are ready for a full scale luau themed party. Friends beware and start making your excuses now.

Grease 2

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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&#39;re both in need a beer and may well head down to Taco Bell.

Demolition Man

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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 let’s be clear - Efron is still his top dog).

Little Women

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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&#39;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 &#39;naked lightsaber dance&#39; (there&#39;s no other description for it and Sinéad&#39;s eyes may never recover).

Roma

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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.)

Night of the Living Dead

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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 excrement. We also gather further proof (if it be needed) that Brian’s moral compass has gone somewhat askew.

Les Miserables

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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&#39;s teaching style would be one of nurture, whilst Brian would favour discipline, with a side helping of flamboyance. (Finally, if Lulu&#39;s people are listening, get in touch about launching Lulu&#39;s potato salad. That product has success written all over it.)

To Sir With Love

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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 scene though...and p.s - the Sly/Arnie film is Escape Plan, not Prison Break).

Rambo: First Blood

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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&#39;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 Disney film ever made - please discuss.

Return to Oz

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This episode we&#39;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&#39;s love interest is called Janice.

Bloodsport

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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 FACT - Bergerac drove a Triumph Roadster and notched up an impressive nine seasons).

Beast

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As we watch Spirited Away, Sinéad pops her Studio Ghibli cherry and Brian&#39;s brain becomes overwhelmed. We note similarities between Yubaba and Margaret Thatcher, expose Sinéad&#39;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?)

Spirited Away

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Sinead&#39;s off the deep end and has dived straight into her next film choice - A Star is Born (2018) There&#39;s highs, lows and facts galore. We wonder if Lady Gaga uses Imperial Leather or Matey bubble bath, Brian worries about everyone&#39;s jobs and Sinead is concerned for Gaga&#39;s ankles and bare feet. Ultimately though, will Brian be won over or is he in fact actually made of stone?

A Star is Born

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The Hateful Eight is Brian&#39;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 Slightly Annoyed One. By the end of this epic, we&#39;re both just plain exhausted.

The Hateful Eight

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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.

Dogfight

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For this episode, Brian has chosen the testosterone filled Michael Bay flick, The Rock. Expect arguments over whether or not Nicolas Cage gets naked, concern over the foundations of Alcatraz and a lot of Ed Harris love coming from Brian. Do Cage and Connery win Sinead over or is it all too much of an A-Team/James Bond/Indiana Jones/Platoon mash up for her to take?

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The Rock

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We are kicking things off with Sinead&#39;s choice - the nineties classic, Fried Green Tomatoes. We discuss feminism, get confused with names and angry about bees. But will Brian end up screaming Towanda and claiming the secret&#39;s in the sauce?

Fried Green Tomatoes