"Just because you can't see our audience, doesn't mean they aren't there". It's the big ELEVENTH collaboration between Bill from Bill Reads Bad Reviews and Review It Yourself. Sean has imported some Root Beer for the occasion, which he hasn't had since he was in America-6 years ago. Will the Rose-tinted glasses be shattered? Discussion Points: -Sean drops the #BreakingBill entirely. Hello #BeveragesWithBill -Bill is thanked for being such a good sport regarding Sean's spoof episode of BRBR. -The...
Jan 08, 2023•56 min
Avatar: The Way of Water (2022) Review: Sean and Bill had this extended chat during a recent recording and it seemed too good to leave on the cutting room floor. Discussion Points: -The problem with the Avatar films. -Both give their own unique takes on the film. -The missed opportunity to explore the human's reasons for coming back to Pandora. Raised Questions: -Why were Sean's expectations so low? -Do people dismiss the films too easily? -Why do people bin their 3-D glasses? Thanks for listeni...
Jan 08, 2023•24 min
Sean reviews a film alone! He finally got around to watching Rob Zombie's Halloween (2007). Discussion Points: -Sean forgets many, many actor's names. -The brutal tone of this film compared to the original Halloween (1978). -The amalgamation of John Carpenter's Halloween (1978) and Rick Rosenthal's Halloween II (1981), to craft this film. -How the film could have been unintentionally funny. -The Scream (1996) film series, for some reason. Raised Questions: -Did you miss the Halloween 'Pumpkin' i...
Jan 05, 2023•36 min
Sean's friend recommended this film and then wanted to review it. Sean had never seen it before. Boy, was he surprised... On Christmas Eve no less! Discussion Points: -Sean implores you not to listen to this podcast. -The massive twist in the film. -Sean bins off the trivia because all podcasts use IMDB anyway. -Sean's friend desperately tries to bring some structure to the review. -The era in which the film was made. -The fetish-heavy dynamic in this film. -Tarantino's knack of writing dialogue...
Dec 27, 2022•43 min
Merry Christmas Eve Eve! Sarah from Weird Horizon returns to listen to Sean choke on a bacon sandwich. Elusive: Britain's Cryptids-Available on YouTube under the title 'Elusive Bigfoot Abroad' (2020). This documentary explores Bigfoot sightings in Britain. Discussion Points: -Being from England, Sean and Sarah obviously start their catch-up by talking about the weather. -Sarah and Sean both fell asleep whilst watching this documentary-but this is not an indictment of the film, but the weather. -...
Dec 23, 2022•1 hr 6 min
"Sometimes it's worth finding out yourself what a film is like" Sean is joined by Paisley from the 'Learn German Through Music' podcast. Paisley's podcast is "A great way to learn German for music lovers! Learn 30 new vocabulary words each lesson by listening to popular German language songs. Each lesson features a song in a different genre, from indie to rap, punk to reggae, pop to heavy metal, "Learn German though Music” will help you build vocabulary quickly, while improving listening and pro...
Dec 19, 2022•1 hr 30 min
To celebrate TEN Breaking Bill episodes, Sean brings out the big guns for everyone's favourite Texan, Bill (Bill Reads Bad Reviews). Sean chose Armageddon (1998), a film so American it hurts! Discussion Points: -Sean doesn't think much of The Revenant (2015). -Bill desperately tries to get Sean to discuss Armageddon (1998). -Sean blows any chance of a Budweiser sponsorship. -Bill brings some bad reviews (for a change). -Bill and Sean get side-tracked to discuss avocado, baked beans and hash brow...
Dec 05, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Paisley from 'Learn German Through Music podcast' joins Sean to review the brand-new German adaptation of Erich Maria Remarque's anti-war novel 'All Quiet on the Western Front'. Paisley's podcast is "A great way to learn German for music lovers! Learn 30 new vocabulary words each lesson by listening to popular German language songs. Each lesson features a song in a different genre, from indie to rap, punk to reggae, pop to heavy metal, "Learn German though Music” will help you build vocabulary q...
Nov 28, 2022•1 hr 10 min
Satsu from Chatsunami returns to review the 1999 stage show Still Game-the precursor to the Scottish TV sit-com Still Game (2002). Written by Greg Hemphill and Ford Kiernan 'Still Game' ran from 2002-2007, then 2016-2019 and chronicled the lives of the two Septarians and their friends in the fictional Craiglang area of Glasgow. They may be older, but they are Still Game for life! Discussion Points: -The origins of Still Game (2002). -The amount of swearing in the stage show. -The Glaswegian lang...
Nov 21, 2022•1 hr 51 min
With Bill busy entertaining his in-laws and working (at his actual job) like a champ, Sean steps in to produce an unofficial all-new BRBR episode. (Not) Bill reads through all the terrible things people say about one of our favourite movies: Liar Liar (1997). Disclaimer: This episode has been produced as a good-natured spoof, a genuine love letter to the awesome podcast that is: Bill Reads Bad Reviews. Bill has guested 10 times on the Review It Yourself podcast and is aware of this spoof. It has...
Nov 16, 2022•12 min
Karman from The Gaea Connections joins Sean to defend one of her favourite films: The Fifth Element (1997). Welcome to Defend It Yourself! Discussion Points: -Sean couldn't bring himself to re-watch The Fifth Element (1997). -Sean reviews one of Karman's recent episodes. -Karman and Sean discuss the proposed sequel to Gladiator (2000). Random Questions: -When was the first time Karman saw the film? -Did you know Jean Paul Gutier did the costumes for this film? -What would Karman say is so divisi...
Nov 14, 2022•57 min
Welcome to the first video podcast of Review It Yourself, Visit It Yourself Episode 1: The Battle of the Standard (1138) At this position 884 years ago, a unique clash between forces from the Kingdom of England and the Kingdom of Scotland was about to begin: A battle which come to be known as 'The Battle of The Standard'. But what was the reason for this imminent encounter? First a little background, the United Kingdom of today did not exist in the Twelfth Century. A United Kingdom of Scotland h...
Nov 05, 2022•16 min•Season 5Ep. 1
It's the QUARTER FINALS! Luke is busy conquering the podern world, meaning Sean reverts to the finest rebound podcaster in the world: Satsu from Chatsunami. Discussion Points: -Sean starts off by jokingly saying he misses Luke, but it gets sad really quick. -The harshness of the judges this year. -The difference between baking and cooking. Random Questions: -Does Sean have Satsu on 'Podcast Booty Call"? -Is a sweet Vol-Au-Vont just a posh profiterole? -Would an extra two minutes really have made...
Nov 05, 2022•57 min
Sean finally gets into the Halloween Spirit and reviews Dog Soldiers (2002), with Paul from SP Filmviewers. Paul is the artist of Review It Yourself's beautiful logo. Discussion Points: -The amount of people from the North East in this film. -Sean explains how it's nice to listen to regional accents from closer to home. -Gurinder Chadha's films. -The practical effects in the film. -Christian Bale's comments about acting in front of a green screen. -The great quieter moments between the character...
Oct 31, 2022•1 hr 10 min
Sean tries to do an enthusiastic introduction and fails miserably. Clayton from 'Men Who Like Men Who Like Movies' joins Sean to defend the much maligned and forgotten horror film from 2008, The Ruins (2008). Clayton shows up Sean by actually knowing the actor and actresses' names. Discussion Points: -Clayton has been defending this film for years and is very happy to deep-dive into the film. -The promotion of the film, or lack thereof. -Sean has a Ben-like moment and despairs at the fireworks i...
Oct 29, 2022•59 min
Luke from The Nerdstalgic Podcast returns to help Sean review Custard Week! Discussion Points: -Sean has THREE WORDS for Luke. -Apologies for the swearing. Random Questions: -Do you miss the days of Bake-Off when there was baking? -Is Custard a main ingredient? -When will we get "Tomato Sauce Week"? -Does Sean really expect Luke or the Listeners to believe that he usually 'holds back'? -How can you make a more robust meringue? -How stiff does Paul Hollywood want it making? Random Quotes: -"This ...
Oct 28, 2022•36 min
Satsu from Chatsunami joins Sean to do the deepest of deep dives into the Great British Bake Off Halloween Week! Why did Sean give Scooby Doo CPR? Listen to the end to find out. Discussion Points: -Paul and Prue's dynamic. -Sean bravely describes a Haggis to a Scotsman. -Satsu and Sean both found Mexican week an absolute embarrassment. -Sean then deconstructs the idea of s'mores. -Luke was right about the pumpkin spice. Random Questions: -Why didn't the Bake Off do Mexican desserts? -Do you miss...
Oct 28, 2022•2 hr 11 min
Sarah returns and her and Sean have a catch-up and discuss a potential next instalment of The Mummy (1999) series. Sarah and Sean discuss Brendan Fraser's comments about The Mummy (2017) and whether he would come back to the franchise. They then discuss how to fix The Mummy Tomb of the Dragon Emperor (2008). Discussion Points: -Being English and pretending to be excited when you're not. -A potential fourth film in The Mummy (1999) franchise. -Sean meant Julianna Margulies, not Julianne Moore. -S...
Oct 26, 2022•1 hr 31 min
Warning: It gets rather sweary. Craig and Chris (eventually) from Whit's The Script? are joined by Sean to discuss Terminator Genisys (2015). Is the time right for a reappraisal for the much-maligned fifth instalment in the Terminator series? Probably not, but here goes. Discussion Points: -Craig does a surprisingly good English accent. -They struggle to understand the withering criticism directed towards this instalment. -Craig has chosen this hill to die on and it has Terminator Genisys writte...
Oct 24, 2022•1 hr 23 min
Sean is joined by Shawn from Cheap Seat Reviews to discuss American (not proper) Football. A sport with a ball shaped like "Hey Arnold's" head and limited use of your foot. Americans-Get ready to laugh. Everyone else-get ready to be confused, but hopefully entertained. Random Discussion Points: - The differences between US and UK language (standard). -Kalvin tries to help Sean get his head around the actual game time. -Kalvin and Sean try to convince the other that theirs is the proper football....
Oct 22, 2022•39 min
Sean is joined by Ryan Walker from 'The Walk The Line' podcast to review 'Die Hard 4.0' (2007), also known as Live Free or Die Hard outside of Europe. Ryan was Review It Yourself's first ever guest! You're in for a lot of waffle and going so far down the rabbit hole that you pass Alice! Ryan TAKES OVER the podcast episode around the 80-minute mark and begins to interview Sean about what is next for 'Review It Yourself'. Discussion Points: -Pretty much everything but the film. -Sean continues to ...
Oct 19, 2022•1 hr 59 min
Luke is back! When it comes to puns, Luke is on a roll. Sean can't cope and slips up with a horrendous accidental double-entendre. Discussion Points: -Steamed Puddings. -Lemon Meringue Pies. -Mousse. -Sean does another fake advert. -Sean describes Pumpkin Pie for people in the UK. -Luke realises what his and Sean's next co-hosting show should be. Random Questions: -Why is Luke glad that he missed last week's episode? -Why did Sean think this week was Mousse week? -How will Sean react when he fin...
Oct 18, 2022•41 min
BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Visit It Yourself is coming! What on Earth is that? Listen in to find out. Feedback is welcome on Twitter @YourselfReview or on Instagram reviewityourselfpodcast2021 Thank You for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 15, 2022•7 min
Bill is hammered and Sean struggles to stave off a sugar coma. Bill from 'Bill Reads Bad Reviews' returns to review Spectre (2015). Bill turns the tables this week and is so excited to watch Spectre (2015) as part of the #BreakingBill series. Sean reveals a very strange new sponsor: "Mr Hinx"*. Discussion Points: -Sean finally tries an Arnold Palmer! Shout-out to The Decision Reel guys- (The sugar kicks in around 60 minutes in). -Bill keeps giving Sean flashbacks of Skyfall and No Time To Die. -...
Oct 15, 2022•1 hr 26 min
Sean reviews Mexico Week, solo-in under 12 minutes. Sean felt lost in Mexican Week, before losing Luke. Don't worry Luke will return next week. Random Questions: -Is Janusz close to going out? -How badly does Sean mangle the food names? -Has Sean been watching too much Alan Partridge? -Is a Taco too simple for Bake-Off? -Can you get any better than gravy? Quote of the episode: -"There's a kick in the crackling". -"Give them more time to proof". Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...
Oct 11, 2022•12 min
In the final Birthday Party Games episodes, Sean is joined by Mark from the Visually Stunning Movie Podcast. Grab your ice cream and jelly, your party hat and your party bag. Here we go! They take it in turns to pick a film/movie that disappointed them their Top Five Most Disappointing Films. Stik around for the 'Honourable Mentions'. Random Questions: -Sean watched Nope in an empty cinema, but why did it put him on edge? -Is American History boring? -Why was Mark so disappointed in Thor: The Da...
Oct 10, 2022•18 min•Season 1Ep. 144
Ben from FilmFloggers and Sean from Review It Yourself team up to take on a topic that will surely endear them to listeners' and other podcaster's hearts: CGI. The expected 30 minute run time turns out to be wildly ambitious for these waffling pair of c---- (retracted by Sean). Ben and Sean try to understand why CGI has become has prevalent as it has-by taking on some of the worst CGI imaginable. Discussion Points: -Sean tries to weigh the pros and cons of CGI. -Tom Cruise films. -Mummy Action. ...
Oct 07, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 1
To celebrate One Year of the podcast, this mini-series sees some regulars join Sean to play some Birthday Party Games. Grab your ice cream and jelly, your party hat and your party bag. Here we go! This episode sees Luke from 'The Nerdstalgic Podcast' getting quizzed on his knowledge of pies (or pot pies for the US listeners). A mini-episode with a surprisingly amount of singing in it. Discussion Points: -Sean has to define the difference between British and American pie. -Luke breaks the no-swea...
Oct 05, 2022•17 min
To celebrate One Year of the podcast, this mini-series sees some regulars join Sean to play some Birthday Party Games. Grab your ice cream and jelly, your party hat and your party bag. Here we go! In this first party game, Brett and Leah from 'I could get into this' podcast join Sean to discuss Rude English words that aren't actually rude. The language gets very industrial...literally. Discussion Points: -Sean's accent causes chaos. -Brett, Leah and Sean try to work out the logic behind the word...
Oct 04, 2022•16 min
Welcome to the Second Review It Yourself episode. Sean is baffled by American Football. Fear not, Kalvin from 'The Magic Number is 3 (When It Comes To TV) is here! Discussion Points: The First Hour: -American-English words which cause confusion in the United Kingdom. -The actual game time versus the amount of time for the game to be taken. -The similarity between American Football and Podcasting. -American Football Scheduling. -Proper (European) Football Scheduling. -Cupcakes. The Second Hour: -...
Oct 04, 2022•1 hr 46 min•Season 1Ep. 143
