Rein it In with Thom and Dunn

Welcome to the new-ish Podcast where two women living in Leeds who are in the peak time of life try and navigate it one laugh at a time! Chewing the fat, concluding that life is too short for being good and having serious conversations, so grab your comfy pants, a snack that deserves the name, and join us as we giggle our way through the chaos of menopause, being pissed off (BMP), the things we now find funny and the knobheads of life. Who knew adulting would involve so much confusion and so little applause? Cheers to laughter, good company, and the hope that one day we’ll figure out what ’adulting’ actually means!” 🎙️ Fortnightly episodes - Find us on Instagram

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Episodes

Thursday Nov 07, 2024

It's all gone orange—whether it’s Trump, a weird obsession, or an intense love of old tights! 🍊 Come and listen to episode 24  (no judgment on the orange thing) 😂 we can't get too political...anyway it's soon going to be all red and green!!  The joys says, Thom
PMO (Pisses Me Off)—not quite a "boils my piss," but a proper gripe, and it's all about the bloody hassle of washing clothes—dropping, shoving, and the usual chaos! 🧺😤
Question: Ever been trapped in an escape room with a Cheshire Cat? Just open the door, ladies! 😂 And let’s not forget the lovely symphony of cold noises from your other half... gets right up your nose, doesn’t it?
We also share those classic baby and toddler moments when you have to act fast—because when nature calls, it really calls! 🚼 Plus, whose bright innovative idea was it to put a mirror on the loo seat? Seriously, WHY?!There's so much packed into this week’s chat, it’s like we’re right there in your living room! Grab a cuppa and join us, or pop us in your ears while walking the dog, tackling the laundry, cooking, shopping, or even on your commute. However you listen, we're here to keep you entertained! ☕ we really are - ONLY FANS...nooooo
 

Thursday Oct 24, 2024

Welcome to our spooky episode, where we share some cringe-worthy jokes (you're welcome) and fascinating ghoul facts, including a bizarre tale from Dunn about bloodthirsty butterflies! 🦋 We dive into weird snacks, pointless biscuits, and why doing voiceovers might be our next gig. Oh, and a naughty Muppet named Desmond who’ll give you more than a finger infection!
We also chat about dreamy states, love, and whether your height makes you assertive (not gobby) in a crowded room. 👻. I say, Love... Thom dislikes to be called Love; unless you're a butcher or an old man with big ears!
Tune in for laughs, strange facts, and unexpected treats! mwahhhhhhh🎃👻🕸️🧛‍♂️🧟‍♀️

Episode 22 - A Three Toed Sloth

Thursday Oct 10, 2024

Thursday Oct 10, 2024

Thom's howling with laughter this week, while Dunn's losing her cool over Thorful's handcrafted, playful, and luxurious seasonal shenanigans. Yes, it's a mouthful, but Dunn's got plenty to say about knitted mushrooms and orange throws! 🎃🍂
Meanwhile, the hound has been barking non-stop, leaving us to wonder if removing his voice box might be a little too extreme... but oh, the peace it would bring! 🐕🔊
In this episode, we're diving into all things that shouldn't be taboo... period! and sharing some hilarious podcast stories we've discovered this week. As the spooky season creeps in, we’re getting those spiders out of the loft and leaving buckets of water for the postmen and women to bob for apples – because why not? 🍏💦
Also on the agenda: Toad… no, Thom,  3-toed sloth!  Dunn’s bizarre audition experience...Thrutch face, and a chat about all those quirky things you secretly love but know are a bit weird.
And of course, tune in for our binge-watch TV recommendations – because what's life without a good show to get obsessed with?
Join us for a fun, cheeky episode full of random hilarity!  I think Thom may now be over it 

Thursday Sep 26, 2024

Welcome to Episode 21! 🎙️ This week, we're diving into the big questions: What’s your favourite snack, and what's your favourite name for boobs? Is "MILF" the new "Mofo"? Plus, we tackle the stereotypes about people who work from home. We've got all the conversation starters, along with some fresh words and phrases we’re loving—like Ches-tic-les (Margaret Thatcher had these, FYI). 😏
We also ask: What would we do without Marks & Sparks, the great British institution? And where do you stand on tech? Are you embracing the digital age or still clinging to your Filofax and family calendar? 📅 Thom just doesn't get the obsession with stationery, but hey, each to their own!
As we head towards old age, we’re determined not to be boomers. 🙅‍♀️ Does perimenopause have you feeling a little forgetful, or is it the grind of your monthly cycle leaving you drained?
Join us for some laughs, relatable topics, and a joke or two that’ll have you LOLing for sure! 😄

Thursday Sep 12, 2024

🍷 We're sipping wine this episode (is it better than coffee? You decide!).
Double intruders, Pinocchio's lies, and why having three balls can give you a new name! We dive into the quirky world of bald cats and hairy girls, and why we desperately need more pubs with new names, like  Beer and Bollocks or something more feminine - Vino and V...
If someone dares to put up a "Live, Laugh, Love" sign, we have way better suggestions. Plus, seashells and lighthouses in a coastal Cottage!
We also tackle "Jude" and some... front-bum issues, reminisce about our night out and 90's tunes whilst afternoon drinking, and debate what to do with ashes. Oh, and having family photos in your bedroom? Super weird!
Tune in for laughs, rants, and a whole lot of wine-fueled wisdom! 🍷🎧
BMP  - talking loud in public places... put your phone to earDYK, PIDL and WIDL - what are they?

Thursday Aug 29, 2024

DIlligaf - a great new word we know you'll useWe're back from holidays and we've had two very different experiences... One got hurt and took their knickers off, and the other dragged herself around like a letdown lilo while having a moment in a church...
Nudist beaches and balls, and how googly eyes could help.. . burnt boobs and dangly bits, have you ever been naked on a beach, or with your family?!  Mango, mango, banana, banana...
Saturday jobs, were so important unless you had to steam-clean kilts!  and stop watching TikTok it's full of stuff you really shouldn't put on your face!
Open us up and learn something new about pigs' orgasms - they go on for a long time, and I'm not sure we'd fit them in!  And hold onto your tongue, it's a funny ride - Episode 19
 
 

Thursday Aug 01, 2024

Get the tissues out - it's a fun one, tears have rolled lips have gotten sweaty and the "hummidititties" are on fire.  This week we touch (well not touch) on the word Crevice or is it Crevasse!  Either way, we use it a lot; when would you say it?  Dunn wants to know if it is best to keep biting down on one of her compulsions for entertaining a room and we discuss, what's the best type of swearing, what's your opinion, and how words need depth and feeling.
How someone loses an inch for the Olympics and what you get from watching sports and such passionate and inspiring people - we do talk seriously sometimes, but no more than 15 minutes says, Thom!  We're also back with Customer Service and if you like talking to a man type called Ben, where the chit chat can become a bit sales'y and mansplain'y and how you have to listen to get what you want in the long run!How is it that your a-hole is created first and how amazing nature is and how we could adapt it in real-life scenarios - listen, learn, and laugh, because this week, it's proper funny!*Episode 19 will be recorded on 22nd August due to holidays

Thursday Jul 18, 2024

In this week's episode, we dive into a variety of topics. discussing the importance of touch, from the diseases of kissing to the amusing attempts at self-suction, and even the urgency of getting a bra fitting if you haven't since you were 16—seriously, get measured!
We laugh about Gen X's notorious thumbing, and feature Dunn's quirky thumb trick. Dr Dunn is also back in the room with plenty to think about; or throw up over!
As many of us approach our 50s, we reflect on life changes and the looming reality of retirement - I don't think we will!
Our "WIDL of the Week" segment highlights something incredibly Greazzy, Literally, and we have fun saying our favourite word backwards with an Irish lilt
On a more serious note, we explore incorporating weights into your Pilates routine, dealing with a saggy cleavage, and chat about potentially becoming Customer Service reps for EasyJet. Plus, we create a character that would scare any moaning C't!
Join us for a blend of humour, candid discussions, and practical advice on navigating life's unique challenges  - you're welcome!
 
Happy listening 

Friday Jul 05, 2024

Did you vote? Have you had any tweatments? Maybe Botox isn't your friend!  By the way, what's your favourite word for hinting that you're feeling a bit fruity? It's a weird one, and trying to find a less cringy term just makes it even funnier. We look at what's been happening in the news with all the detective dumbasses and Inspector Clueless types creating a Sherlock shitshow on Facebook.  Do you know how easy it is to teach a person English?  Listen to Dunn's really simple idea!
Please, can the 'On Hold' music at doctors' surgeries change to something better? How about giving us a choice of comedians instead of the hideous repetitive tunes with Care navigator's voices of doom telling us our place in the queue?  How the reception staff triage issues like your fanny falling out, and how they are probably more important than a midge bite!
We've concluded that some people will always be invited to the top deck of the boat, while we'll be asked to stay below. We'll never be posh enough!
We reminisce about the slang words we used in the 80s  'chinny' that our kids wouldn't understand in 2024. Then, we look at the new and trending slang words now used by our kids that seem far too longGet shagged

Thursday Jun 20, 2024

We're diving into our next episode with the excitement of a 'Wordle' puzzle, and you can catch a sneak peek of our Snail Tale on our Instagram page, "Rein it in with Thom and Dunn." Who comes up with these ideas, and does it actually improve your skin? Dunn really needs to stop binge-watching and start engaging more actively – it's not healthy when you can't remember if you've been or not. And let's set the record straight: "SHE DOES NOT SWEAT ON THE TOILET SEAT."
"Pisstified" is our latest WIDL (word I DO like)  but spit isn't! Seriously, who has a perfectly straight pubic hairline like a fringe, elfin cut, or bob? Fashion is all about personal expression, so wear what you love and only worry if you don't find yourself amusing! There's nothing wrong with a quiff hairdo and baseball boots – it's a part of who you are.
Tune in again, and you might discover something new and useful this time! Play around with spoonerisms – you don't have to be in the room to visualise this episode - enjoy

Thursday Jun 06, 2024

DUNN Reveals a new word; well it wasn't new to Thom, even her kids know this one!    You may cringe at this episode... items discussed will be relatable to every single woman in every household,  even our bloke listeners may laugh at the audacity!  However, we push on with the possibilities of feeling like you're losing an organ and naming the things that you have to improvise on when out for a walk with your dog!  Why crusty baps can hurt the top of your mouth but adding Lurpak to anything, then you're anyone's.  With our knack for improving signage and product notices, it's evident that we're the ones you need on your team! From advising on what not to do to MORE CLEAR signage, and the best brands, we've got you covered. Let's make your message shine! 
Plus, we share hot girl summer tips from TikTok and Dunn's ingenious solutions for blokes with burnt legs. Dive in and join the fun - but maybe keep your hand ready to cover your eyes (or mouth) GASP!  Poor Jean

Thursday May 23, 2024

In this episode, there's a ton to learn and laugh about, where does she search to get her information? Picture skidding down a church hall, trying to keep the vicar from hearing about a "mother fudder." Remember the mantra: Space, Place, Face! We'll also chat about the pure joy of hanging washing on the line—because who can handle those fancy colourful socks or tasteless pegs?
Dive into the bizarre world of sea urchin anatomy and discover why holding in your farts might just give you bad breath. Expect plenty of laughs along the way, and maybe even consider joining a Zumba crew. And let's not forget the injustice of mocking someone who sounds like they're talking in "Fanny Farts!"
Catch up on all the fun phrases we love to use... more tea, vicar!  and the best bit of advice received from the lady who gave out something for the first night of marriage! Ouch

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Rein it In

With

Thom and Dunn

Fortnightly Episodes

Welcome to the podcast where two women who are in their peak time of life try and navigate it one laugh at a time! Today, we're introducing ourselves as new podcasters, chewing the fat, and, concluding that life is too short for being good and having serious conversations, so grab your comfy pants, a snack that actually deserves the name, and join us as we giggle our way through the chaos of menopause, being pissed off, the things we now find funny and the knobheads of life. 

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