Sara Barron (Live at the Apollo; Would I Lie to You?) and husband Geoff Lloyd (Reasons to Be Cheerful; Absolute Radio, BBC Radio 5 Live) attempt to answer the biggest question of our time: Are you watching anything good at the moment? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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I Surfed USA. And Quinn Shephard & Samir Mehta (UNDER THE BRIDGE)
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We're back from our bucolic getaway just outside the M25 between Guildford and Dorking. Did you miss us? This week: Wild women do, but - contrary to the received wisdom - they sometimes regret it. Also, some classy guests slum it with us - Quinn Shephard and Samir Mehta, creator and executive producer (respectively) of Hulu's acclaimed 'Under The B…
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I Like to Watch Ep. 65 — ROCKY ROAD w/ Nikki Miller & David Himmel (Part One)
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Don and Donnie are joined by Nikki Miller and David Himmel (in a bathroom) and the four spar about the cultural significance of Rocky Balboa as well as the first three films of the six. This is part one of a two-part conversation.De către Don Hall
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Hello! We're back in full-on Firecrotch & Normcore mode to look back on the 'Succession' finale, broadcast a year ago today. It's *definitely* because we want to mark a significant cultural anniversary, and not because it's half-term and we thought we'd phone it in with a clip show so we can spend some time with our kid. See Sara falter: https://ww…
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An Extraordinary Amount of Duct Tape. And Declan Lawn (BLUE LIGHTS)
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It's a beautiful day in the neighbourhood, a beautiful day for a neighbour, would you be mine. WOULD YOU BE MINE? This week, we buy flammable kids' clothes, we ask "Is there ever really COM alongside ROM?" plus we speak to a man who, in his 40s, made his dreams come true, Blue Lights co-creator Declan Lawn. Let him serve as a beacon of hope to none…
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Stab It. Eat It. Yum. And James Rogan (ABBA: Against The Odds)
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Välkommen and bienvenue, welcome! We've been poring over this year's BAFTA TV award winners. Yay for Sarah Phelps and 'The Sixth Commandment'! But how did the UK television industry honour the swansong of 'Succession' - its finest export? NUL POINTS! We watched the show that usurped Business Throne. PLUS: The Eurovision party isn't over. We talk to…
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Olive Oil, Salt, Pepper, Quaker Oats. And Ashley Storrie (DINOSAUR)
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It's Cineaste Week! We don't know how it happened (we DO know how it happened) but this week we're all films, all the time. All available on your TV screen, of course. We watched one light confection, one terror-scape, and maaaaaaybe the best thing we've seen since Succession? Also, this week's guest is the wonderful Ashley Storrie, co-writer and s…
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I Like to Watch Ep. 63 — The Ghost and Mr. Chicken (1966) w/ Michael Shamus Wiles
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Joining D&D is infamous character actor Michael Wiles and his choice of what he likes to watch is Don Knotts’s The Ghost and Mr. Chicken!De către Don Hall
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My Dad's Old Bod. And Will Tracy (THE REGIME)
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We're baaaaaaaaack! Say this to yourself OR passers-by in the style of Poltergeist II. We love all our guests equally, of course, but this week's is extra spesh because - HELLO - it's Succession writer and showrunner of The Regime, Will Tracy! We have an exciting connection, and the discovery of that connection, during the interview, was a major po…
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Interview-only Semisode Because Sara is Sick: Andy Milligan (ANT & DEC'S SATURDAY NIGHT TAKEAWAY)
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Sara has tonsillitis - she's on antibiotics and complete vocal rest. She had a fever dream where she was drawn towards the light, but spotted her late grandmother on the other side and fled. So, it's a truncated episode this week (a semisode?): An interview we'd already recorded before she was struck down. And what an interview! It's Andy Milligan,…
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I Like to Watch Ep. 62—Boogie Nights (1997)
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Back to basics, the boys bring it with Boogie Nights.De către Don Hall
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Underarm Meat and a Wide Ribcage. And Michelle Singer & Stu Richards (THE ASSEMBLY)
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Happy birthday to our son, who's eight today. He'll never read this, although he was recently overheard saying, "Mom can't decide what she's doing for her quick watch". Kids these days! Etc. This week it's our great pleasure to speak to Rockerdale Studios creative director, Stu Richards, and head of production, Michelle Singer, about their SMASH HI…
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Gems! Meteorites! Paintings! And Monica Beletsky (MANHUNT)
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It's cold and rainy and we promised to take our child to a farm near Heathrow airport. What fabulous journey are you on today? This week's guest - fresh off her rave review in the New York Times - is 'Manhunt' showrunner, Monica Beletsky! We discuss how to make old-timey feel new-timey, and how to manage a complex timeline. And Abe Lincoln's beard.…
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I Like to Watch Ep. 61 — The ‘Burbs (1989) w/ Matt Leslie
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D&D are joined by writer/director Matt Leslie and we get into a heady discussion about The ‘Burbs.De către Don Hall
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Those People Can Get Stampeded. And Eric Newman (NARCOS/GRISELDA)
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HEY HOLLYWOOD! What is this, Chateau Marmont?! This week's guest is Hollywood insider, the impossibly lovely Eric Newman, creator of Narcos and Griselda. We talk collabs with famous actors, and how to sensitively portray real-life people on screen. Plus the dos and don'ts of portraying drug lords specifically! Can't you just feel the California bre…
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Little Wigs Abound! And Russell T Davies (DOCTOR WHO)
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We've never been in love before We thought our hearts were safe We thought we knew the score! Are these lyrics from a musical? Or rather our unbridled feelings for this week's guest who just so happens to be RUSSELL T. DAVIES? WHAT IF IT IS BOTH? Dreams come true you guys, you just have to keep dreaming. This week's guest, see above, is the showrun…
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I Like to Watch Ep. 60 — The Landlord (1970) w/ J. Nicole Brooks
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Introducing to the pod, J. Nicole Brooks (aka Nikki Brooks, aka Docta Slick) and her chosen film, The Landlord, directed by Hal Ashby. This one’s a trip, gang!De către Don Hall
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One Clean Pig. And Meredith Scardino (GIRLS5EVA)
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Hey now, hey now, there's a wall between us! Tear down that wall! We just want connection. You. Me. Us. The animals. This week, Sara's dreams come true (Geoff's come true next week WATCH THIS SPACE) when we speak to Girls5eva creator Meredith Scardino. It's the best comedy in 5eva, as far as we're concerned, and we are never wrong. Plus: One amazin…
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I Have Flexible Legs. And Ed Kellie. (THE JURY: MURDER TRIAL)
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Hola amigas y amigos! We're here to share our thoughts, feelings and TV recommendations. Plus, we get to talk to the executive producer and creative director behind Channel 4's 'The Jury: Murder Trial', Ed Kellie. If you're reading this the same week as we're writing it, come and see Sara's work-in-progress at the Bill Murray Comedy Club in Islingt…
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I Like to Watch Ep. 59 — Dead Man (1995) w/ Derek Hayes
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Joining us today is Derek Hayes and, in addition to plugging his brand new documentary, he chose the 1995 Jim Jarmusch classic Dead Man.De către Don Hall
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The Mademoiselles Stay In. And Lou Sanders (UNFORGIVABLE)
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Come on girls! Do you believe in love? 'Cause I've got something to say about it, and it goes something like this! (No offence to Madonna, but that double 'something' ^ is really, erm... something.) Your transatlantic sweethearts are back with more TV for you to watch, *and* fresh from the rink, it's the funniest of them all... LOU SANDERS. She's b…
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My Parents are in a Lot of Google Earth Images. And Rosie Jones (OUT OF ORDER)
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Spring is in the air! OR IS IT? Have we been wrongly convinced by one nice cherry blossom, when if fact most cherry blossoms are taking their time? Don't generalize, you guys! This week we're speaking to our friend and national-treasure-in-the-making, stand-up comedian Rosie Jones, about her new panel show Out of Order, big frocks, online bullies a…
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I Like to Watch Ep. 58 —George Gallo—The Taking of Pelham 123 (1974)
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Donnie and Don bring on the legendary George Gallo (Midnight Run, Bad Boys, Trapped in Paradise) and have conversation about a movie he likes to watch—The Taking of Pelham 123 among a lot of great deviations.De către Don Hall
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The Sleep Schedule of a Cow. And Issa Lopez (TRUE DETECTIVE: NIGHT COUNTRY)
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Welcome! How are you? Look at you! You look fantastic. Did you get surgery? You must give us your guy's number. Or gal. NOT ALL COSMETIC SURGEONS ARE MEN. This week, we are graced by the presence of one of the hottest showrunners in the world right now - Issa Lopez, creator of 'True Detective: Night Country'. Spoiler: She is wonderful. Correspond w…
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Pointe Shoes. And Jeff Schaffer (CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM)
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What the world needs now is love, sweet love. And TV recommendations... Your podcast Valentines are here to oblige. PLUS... a man who's been at the heart of some the best comedy of the past thirty years: 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' executive producer/writer/director, 'Seinfeld' alumni, and 'Dave' creator, Jeff Schaffer. He's our darling. Share your love…
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I Like to Watch Ep. 57 — Kill Bill 1 & 2 (2003/2004)
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The two D’s dive into Tarantino’s opus to the king fu movies of the 60’s and 70’s with the tale of The Bride on a mission to Kill Bill (2003/2004).De către Don Hall
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I Guess I'm a Llama Lady Now. And Gemma Whelan (BALENCIAGA)
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Hey beaus and boos! There's a song stuck in our heads, and after listening to this, it'll be stuck in yours, too - if it isn't already. Also, you're in for a treat, because we're talking to excellent actor and even-more-excellent person, Gemma Whelan. SHA-LA! SHA-LINGAY! Let's be in touch: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.com We love your money: https…
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Get Your F***ing Hand Off My Lemons. And Kitty Flanagan (FISK)
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Heyyyy! We all made it through January (touch wood, there's still a day and a bit to go. Oh no. What if we've TEMPTED FATE?), and we're thrilled to bring you Kitty Flanagan - creator and star of 'Fisk' on Netflix - all the way from Melbourne, Australia. We had some tech issues, and the sound is a bit ropier than usual, but it used to take 18 months…
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I Like to Watch Ep. 56 — Used Cars (1980)
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Joining the boys for the first episode of Season 2 is returning guests Nicki Miller. Her pick? Used Cars.De către Don Hall
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A Light Touch with an Adverb. And Jack Rooke (BIG BOYS)
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Hello? Are you there? IS THIS ON? Sara skips parents' evening, and justifies revenge scenarios. Plus we talk to Big Boys creator, Jack Rooke, about what it's like being The Grief Guy, PLUS - as always! - we tell you what's worth it on that hot little small screen. Email us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.com Sara needs her eyes done: https://www.pat…
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People in Cafés Have a Lot of Dreams. And Leo Reich (LITERALLY WHO CARES?)
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How do you do, fellow kids?* We're joined by hot thing (in every sense - he's blowing up, he has a face you want to kiss, and he is a profuse sweater), Leo Reich. He's here to talk about his new HBO special, 'Literally Who Cares?' Plus, what you ought to be watching on teevs, and Sara voices some mild doubts about the role life coaches play in our …
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Darling, I'll Follow You On Everything! And Daisy May Cooper (PASSWORD)
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Look at you - what a punim! Come here and let us give you a big kiss on the cheek. See who we have with us? That's right, only British comedy royalty, Daisy May Cooper - co-creator and star of 'This Country' and 'Am I Being Unreasonable?' She's here to draw your attention to her new role as team captain on ITV's remake of classic U.S. gameshow 'Pas…
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Don't Mummify Me. And Kat Sadler (SUCH BRAVE GIRLS)
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HEY CUTIE-CUTIES, we're back for more in '24 and we're in love, we're in love and we don't care who knows it! Before you get the ick, this isn't about our marriage, it's an incredible new three-part documentary series (as recommended by Natalie Gold - GOLD! Always believe in your soul - on last week's episode.) Plus, we talk to a YOUNGSTER. Yes, th…
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I Like to Watch Ep. 55 —TRAILER GEEK 2: Electric Boogaloo
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Don and Donnie revisit the movies they recommended throughout 2023 based exclusively by their trailers.De către Don Hall
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They Like To Watch for the In Between Days
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It's the festive perineum, and what do the other podcasts do? Phone-it-in with rehashed clips and lazy ask-us-anythings. Not us! We're phoning-it-in by getting some of our favourite guests to voice-note their binge-watch recommendations for these lazy days. Succession's Justine Lupe and Natalie Gold, stand-up hero Nish Kumar, The Buccaneers' Kather…
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They Like to Watch at Christmas. And Craig Cash (CAROLINE AHERNE: QUEEN OF COMEDY)
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Ho! Ho! Ho! Merrrrrrry Christmas. Overindulge on this bumper-length episode, featuring a whistlestop tour of our festive favourites. PLUS Craig Cash (co-creator: The Mrs Merton Show, The Royle Family, Early Doors) is here to talking about a new documentary about his friend and collaborator, the much-missed Caroline Aherne, which is airing on Christ…
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I Like to Watch Ep. 54—Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)
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Neither of the boys could get a copy of Dogville in time, so Hall called an audible and instead chose a movie that he loves and hates to watch—Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.De către Don Hall
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I've Been Around a Lot of Balls. And The Williams Brothers (BOAT STORY)
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Hi! Sorry we're late. We're fine. Honestly. Don't worry about us. Everything's okay. WHY AREN'T YOU ASKING IF WE'RE ALRIGHT? We're here now, and we've watched that show you've been banging on about. Plus, we talk to Harry and Jack Williams, creators of 'Boat Story' and SO much other fine television - what curriculum vitaes! (Curriculae vitums?) Sen…
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PLEASE DON'T WORRY ABOUT US, OKAY?
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We're alright. Honestly. See you tomorrow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Coins and Erotic Kicks. And Jen Brister (THE OPTIMIST)
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Sleigh bells ring, are you listening? Are you? ARE YOU? Sara refuses to learn from her public transport mistakes, and we follow up on a nepo-mommy recommendation. Plus: Bow down mister, Hare Rama, Hare Krishna, our guest is optimist, Jen Brister! Watch Jen's stand-up special, The Optimist: https://800poundgorillamedia.com/products/jen-brister-the-o…
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I Like to Watch Ep. 53—Blazing Saddles (1974)
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Donnie picks a comedy classic (one that might not get financed today) and the joy for both is apparent in their mutual love of Mel Brooks’s Blazing Saddles. We don’t need no stinking badges!De către Don Hall
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The Three Kinds of Hot Tub. And Fenton Bailey (RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE)
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Coochie-coo, sweet babies! Look what mommy and daddy have for you: Lots of screentime, that's what. And Sara's head explodes when we get to speak to Fenton Bailey, executive producer of RuPaul's Drag Race. Sissy that walk! Buy Fenton's book, Screen Age - How TV shaped our reality from Tammy Faye to RuPaul's Drag Race: https://www.hive.co.uk/Product…
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No New Things! And Katherine Jakeways (THE BUCCANEERS)
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Hey, Baberiba! Keep up, we're covering a lot of ground this week: Introversion, ropework, biker gangs, genital warts, and Noddy Holder all feature, alongside some excellent viewing recommendations, and the return of our brilliant friend: Katherine Jakeways, creator, executive producer and writer of the hit Apple TV+ show, The Buccaneers. Deposit tr…
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I Like to Watch Ep. 52—Dazed and Confused (1993)
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Yes. The boys are definitely “Alright, alright, alright…” with Hall’s pick of Richard Linklater’s Dazed and Confused.De către Don Hall
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You Might Need a Doll. And Alex Horne & Greg Davies (TASKMASTER)
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Hey, good lookin'! Here's what we've got cookin' (just chasing those Gen Z dollars by referencing a song from 1951): Purple ladies, outdoor intercourse, street art, the noble art, slum landlords and some truly excellent TV recommendations. Plus! We don't know how we did it*, but we only went and bagged an interview with Taskmaster's Alex Horne and …
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Pouring a Vat of Gruel. And Nash Edgerton (MR INBETWEEN)
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Hi fans, well-wishers, and the curious. This episode's a few minutes longer than usual, so these notes are a little shorter, to reduce demand on your time. Our guest is Nash Edgerton, director of our favourite TLTW discovery so far, Mr Inbetween - what a guy. Email us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.com Become part of something bigger than yourself:…
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I Like to Watch Ep. 51—Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998)
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Donnie picks the equally loved and hated Terry Gilliam masterpiece Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas. Turns out, Hall LOVES this movie.De către Don Hall
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Shaking on the Sofa. And Hannah Bos & Paul Thureen (SOMEBODY SOMEWHERE)
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Happy spooky Hallowe'en! We promised you a treat: Scary things to watch. Was it a trick? Enter at your own risk... Plus we talk to Hannah Bos & Paul Thureen - creators of the excellent Somebody Somewhere, starring Bridget Everett. They're delightful. Edited by Annabel Port from Benfleet Email us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.com Keep our Jack O'La…
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Grandpa Was a Doctor Feelgood. And Fisher Stevens (BECKHAM)
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Hello you! Wanna hug? No? We completely get it. Have you been eating properly? We're going to nourish you. (With television recommendations, you'll have to supply your own food for your TV dinner.) Also, we're extremely excited to talk to Fisher Stevens. You might instantly think Hugo in 'Succession', but SHAME ON YOU. As a proud member of the SAG-…
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I Like to Watch Ep. 50—Bone Tomahawk (2015)
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In what Donnie calls a deep cut horror pic, Hall likes to watch Bone Tomahawk!De către Don Hall
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I Have Very Good Form as a Boxer. And Chris Addison (BREEDERS)
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Bon après-midi! Ça va? Gotta love a cedilla. We're here, we have things to tell you about what we've watched on TV, and we're joined by comedian-turned-director, Chris Addison. The final season of Breeders - which he co-created with Simon Blackwell and Martin Freeman - is airing in the UK now. He is a lanky delight! Email us: fuckoff@firecrotchandn…
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