We’re officially 2 years old, and it’s nearly Christmas — and as we all know, Thom is not a fan. She breaks down her festive loves (there are a few) and her loathes… including the annual tradition of her sitting on a pouffe while the rest of the family lounges on her comfy sofa. Pure joy.

Dr Dunn has taken a deep dive into adult soft-play centres and whatever on earth new mums are banging that drum ON!

We also ask the big questions, like: do YOU know what a doodlesack is? And in true Rein It In fashion, we go from silliness to serious as we talk about vaginismus — not remotely Christmassy, but important, and we point you to someone far more qualified than us, because we are absolutely not your medical team.

We also cover Purdy & Figg, bloody influencers, and our Blasts from the Past. Spangles, anyone?

It’s our final episode of 2025, so dig in, ears open, and get ready for a laugh or two… or three… or four.

Episode Fifty. Half a century of chat. Thank you for following, listening and sticking with us. Two years on, and we finally feel like we know what we are doing. Sort of.

We dip into Celeb Jungle this week. Plenty of fun and giggles and, gibsville moments aside, it is actually quite warming. Nice people together. Something we all seem to need right now.

We also ask the big life questions. Would you wear a tabard? And if not, what about Sketchers? Or tracky bottoms. Or the classic polo shirt. Fashion aspects Thom says NO to

You will also discover something genuinely fascinating about Lemur monkeys. Dunn is convinced she might come back as one. They are only open to the public... at certain times of the year. If at all.

We talk about the joy of a daily sentence and the comfort of podcasts that are relatable. You know. Like ours.

We have a new segment called Blast from the Past, and we go full Cagney and Lacey.

You will also find out what a parasocial relationship is. Plus, we dive into naff buys and the horror of walking through someone else’s cloud of bad breath.

What more could you want? Jump in and get your ears ready.

Our last episode of 2025 will be out on the eleventh of December.

The dog was a dick from the start. But we’ve realised, after listening to other people’s podcasts (even the famous ones), that everyone seems to have a dickhead dog barking at a leaf or two outside their window. Ours finally settles, Thom finally sits down, and Dunn can at last talk about failure; falling off the pre-diabetic wagon and wondering if blueberries and Greek yoghurt might taste better with a few Celebrations on top. It’s nearly Christmas after all.

Thom’s not feeling festive, though. If only there were a Worzel Gummidge head she could swap to, the one that likes tinsel, bread sauce, and people. We also spiral into a very deep chat about potatoes (naturally), nearly launching a campaign for a potato board with melted cheese. Honestly, who doesn’t love potatoes?

Good news from across the pond, the FDA has finally seen sense and ditched the outdated, fear-mongering black box warning from HRT leaflets. We also debate which one of us would be rocking in the corner and who’d be the stabby one without our HRT.

Dunn tries to get Thom to work both sides of her brain at once, spoiler alert: it doesn’t go well. And if you’re wondering, no, a peri bottle isn’t a bottle of wine for women on their period (though it should be).

Tune in for all the good stuff, the foisty stuff, and our favourite people to follow and watch this week.

We’re right in it this week, Episode 48! Nearly two years of recording our podcast… time really does fly when you’re laughing together!

👻 Halloween chat: Are you a blackout blinds and no sweets type, or do you welcome the little witches with open arms? (Costumes are compulsory if you want treats!)

👖 Then there’s the big question: Why do we all hide our pants at the doctor’s when we know we’ll be told to de-robe anyway? Thom thinks there should be a new form: “Are you arsed or not arsed about your modesty?” Tick one.

🧦 Are you a sock-on or sock-off person? Dunn finds it weird. Thom takes them to the bin if they have animated characters on them. (We’ll let you decide who’s ick here.)

🎃 Thom went to a pumpkin patch and howled, no, not wolf-like, at the people in inappropriate footwear. Because clearly, ruining your shoes in a muddy field is a small price to pay for looking good for your photos on socials!

🍜 Crotch pot? No, Thom hadn’t heard of it either… and yes, she got it very wrong at first. Dunn tells the story of this “great invention”, noodles may be involved.

❤️‍🔥 Dunn tells us that STDs are on the rise among women in their 50s — are we surprised? We discuss!

💃 And of course, we take a punt at who we think will replace Tess and Claudia on Strictly.

🤡 Mr Blobby divides the room, and Dunn swears the air smells like a primary school's “fart and crayons” was the quote. A new word and a few BMPs chucked in for good measure. No, it's up to parents, too, to call!

So come along for the ride — because the last segment of this week’s episode is truly hilarious. - How to declutter as suggested in House Beautiful (We nearly died laughing… you’ve been warned!)

🔥 This week on “Rein It In” — we’re not holding back…

To heat or not to heat, that’s the question. It’s mid-October, do you crank the thermostat or grab a big woolly and pretend you’re fine?

🎲 Games night chaos, Dunn’s family gets closer, Thom’s family gets… exposed.

🏫 Education in 2025 — why are some parts of the system still stuck in the dark ages?

💅 BMP returns (Big Moan Point, obviously): if your sales pitch involves “Inbox me, hun,” we’re probably moving on.

🎙️ What should you share, and definitely not share, on a podcast? Well, we are called “Rein It In” for a reason.

🚨 Dunn’s shocking story of a male doctor holding something he shouldn't be holding between 2 fingers, and that moment when awkward eye contact turns into “err, what now?” bus drivers, taxi drivers, security guards… we’ve all been there. No, we haven't stolen anything!

⚠️ Intolerance, mystery metal objects we can't remember the name of, MenoPoose, and a nod to the Riot Women you need to follow.

Grab your brew — this episode’s a belter.

Ever wake up with a million tabs open in your brain and instantly want to pull the duvet back over your head? Yeah, same here. This episode dives into those weird morning thoughts and how life rarely goes to plan.

Dunn is back with sharp insights and a wooden spoon:

• The questionable things some relatives do...

• Bizarre daily habits we all pretend are normal

• Why cannonballs should never appear where they don’t belong

• And: when is too embarrassing actually time for the doctor?

We also ask: 🏠 Do your older parents still live by very traditional gender roles — and can they change in 2025? 🐶 What’s the best name for your pet: classic, modern, or human? (Just don’t yell “Waffle!” in the park...) 🇧🇷 A big thank you to our Brazilian listeners! Hopefully, we're either educating you or just deeply confusing you.

Plus: 🔬 A nod to the Dunning-Kruger effect — still painfully relevant 25 years later 🍿 Why Dr. Evil might be more current than ever 👃 Belly buttons, wooden spoons & the odd power move with saggy elbows from Dunn 💇‍♀️ That awkward moment you wait way too long to sip your drink at the hairdressers 😳 Piercings in places that make you want to look away... fast 🛶 Little man in the boat rows fast & whether eating a Crunchie could give you wind 🪞Which mirror would you actually feel OK standing naked in front of?

Expect a few laughs, some unexpected facts, and the usual round-up of our favourite TV & Instagram picks.

This week on Rein it in with Thom & Dunn: hair time vs “hot-desking at the salon,” spiral perms and whether lads should look good or embrace the fuzzy-mushroom era, Thom’s tour of “lady things” (mammogram, hysteroscopy… plus a polyp we’ve affectionately named Paula), and why Gen X might actually be nailing self-care more than our parents ever did.

We also debate the great outdoors etiquette of the feral wee (aiming optional), the sudden rise of barrel jeans, and the only acceptable times to wear a dry robe. September’s wardrobe chaos gets a roasting (“pick a season, love”), Dunn brings fresh jokes and weird-but-true facts, there’s a tale of a rejected audition (she’s far too pro now), plus binge-worthy TV recs and Instagram follows that will make you laugh, feel good, and learn a thing or two. Light medical chat, heavy giggles. Rein it in? Absolutely not.

🎙️ New Episode Alert!

This week, we’re chatting about all things kids, back to school, eye ops, random illnesses, and family dramas that nobody plans for.

We dive into hormones (the gift that keeps on giving): brain fog, hair loss, but help with anxiety

🍂 Autumn is NEARLY here, and with it the eternal truth: we’ll never be “hot” again, so why bother with layers? Legwarmers and shellsuits had their moment, and we don't wish for them to return, like ever! and how a knitted two-piece has now ruined the colour purple forever for Dunn.

We’ve got TV talk, Insta shout-outs to some brilliant people, and a good moan that back in our day, Constance Carrol was as good as it got — no makeup tutorials, no fancy palettes. And if leggings and tabards become everyday fashion… well, send help.

👉 Tune in for laughs, a bit of nostalgia, and a whole lot of honesty, as always - open and discusting; we mean discussing

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