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Making The Cut with Davina McCall & Michael Douglas

Davina McCall, Michael Douglas & Entale Studios

Society & Culture

Frequency: 1 episode/10d. Total Eps: 202

Don’t know what to eat? Don’t know what to watch? Don’t know which toothpaste to choose? Davina McCall and Michael Douglas make the tough decisions easy for you. This podcast is like the TripAdvisor for your life. From iconic movies to the best mascara, let Davina and Michael guide you through what’s hot and what’s not. And when they need help making the cut, they call in on some of their friends to join them.We are not paid or associated with anything that we review, these are only our opinions

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https://www.justwatch.com/uk/apps
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https://www.cheesies.co.uk/
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https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7660850/
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https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10366460/
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https://www.instagram.com/8fact
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https://www.instagram.com/francis_bourgeois43
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SERIES 13: Episode 1 - Master, The Dare, Kneecap, Blink Twice, EXOD

Friday, September 20, 2024 • Duration 33:04

We are back! This time, we’re talking about podcasts, movies and camping gear. And Michael manages to mention Paul Weller! As always, send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast.

Master - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/tortoise-investigates/id1590561275

The Dare - https://open.spotify.com/artist/2mqiqsaX4LzFnUP7PmHGAb

Charli XCX - https://open.spotify.com/artist/25uiPmTg16RbhZWAqwLBy5

Paul Weller Covers Billie Eilish - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cODqH2RS6no

Kneecap - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27367464/

Blink Twice - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14858658/

EXOD - https://www.exod.store/

String Lights - https://www.amazon.co.uk/TREKOLOGY-Retractable-Camping-String-Lights/dp/B0D62RVDCM/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.RUgihXRo023Ls9-ODjF-Nc4_848ggT6LTUF8hc_SyUpSI2_qiTpCvhq7yhxw7Pv80hRveSSriZOy6-30qn8LiA75HZShu_i7dmFb029cQPd3kekb1GRqb4Jk2uVWz_Pg22Tr45E4lCO5T5qAMERvaYkqC0ncnHSW6ZQvK_sqTVYfHoHqB5KJ3MuUdklCnmyAgwD_bAuZzNnVIjyxYLS71GjoU2klpApXZTv7YCKO_DQfta99whxoJQZgfBUnZnBOxhka9u8PU-VVV8vq-U_nbRUgJ5QwzpjdtAAWWYVK_Gk.nWX5FQkHrCfNB9YX_kneGrYPrzbhpJzW7oeJcS8ymOA&dib_tag=se&keywords=outdoor+stowable+string+lights&qid=1726504025&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1

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SERIES 12: Episode 3 - Jimmy on Relationships, Simon Squibb, Love From, Fallout, Space X, Billy Joel

Friday, April 26, 2024 • Duration 52:26

Movies to watch, relationship advice to ponder, music to make you cry: another cracking week of recommendations. As always, send us your ideas to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast.

Jimmy on Relationships - https://www.instagram.com/jimmy_on_relationships/?hl=en

Simon Squibb - https://www.instagram.com/simonsquibb/?hl=en

Love From - https://love-from.co/

Fallout - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12637874/

Clem Fandango - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bYY8m1Lb2I&ab_channel=RoadshowFilms

Space X - https://twitter.com/SpaceX

Billy Joel And So It Goes - https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=FHO6a2H-pqY&ab_channel=billyjoelVEVO

Paul Weller - Rip The Pages Up - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GeKcMV0IIqQ&ab_channel=PaulWellerVEVO

R;pple - https://www.ripplesuicideprevention.com/

The Dropout - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10166622/

Ultra-Processed People - https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/451300/ultra-processed-people-by-tulleken-chris-van/9781529160222

SERIES 4: Episode 11 - Good Vibrations, 24 Hour Party People, Waze, White Smile, Real Dictators, Last Chance U

Friday, July 2, 2021 • Duration 01:09:26

We’re very excited this week to have a third presenter! It’s someone we’ve spoken about a lot who has cracking recommendations…. With our surprise guest we’re talking documentaries, a navigation app, a great TikToker and a few fantastic movies. Don’t forget to vote for us in the British Podcast Awards here:https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/vote

Find us @makingthecutpodcast on instagram to send us your recommendations and for the best experience listen on the Entale app.

02:05 - Jews Don’t Count by David Baddiel - https://blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/product/Jews-Dont-Count-by-David-Baddiel-author/9780008399474

04:39 - Dominos - https://www.dominos.co.uk/

04:47 - Pizza Express - https://www.pizzaexpress.com/

07:56 - Jamie Oliver - https://www.jamieoliver.com/

09:10 - Together - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000x2lk

13:03 - Split - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4972582/

13:38 - Last King of Scotland - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0455590/

13:45 - Starter for 10 - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0477095/

14:00 - James McAvoy on IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0564215/?ref_=tt_ov_st_sm

SERIES 4: Episode 10 - Syrup Sponge, Golden Retriever Experience, Oral B iO, James O'Brien, Bumboo

Friday, June 25, 2021 • Duration 58:25

This week on Making the Cut we’re inviting you to curl up on the couch, illuminated by some flameless candles while you read an insightful book by radio presenter James O’Brien and indulge in a sponge pudding. There might even be a pack of Golden Retrievers lapping at your feet. We’ve also got you covered for when you need to nip off to the loo and then brush your teeth before bed. Find us @makingthecutpodcast on instagram to send us your recommendations and for the best experience listen on the Entale app.

00:44 - Syrup Sponge Pudding - https://www.sainsburys.co.uk/gol-ui/product/sainsburys-syrup-sponge-puddings-2x110g

6:12 - Salma Hayek - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salma_Hayek

7:23 - Raspberry Sponge Pudding - https://www.sainsburys.co.uk/gol-ui/product/sainsburys-raspberry-jam-puddings-2x110g

7:42 - The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8385148/

8:21 - The Golden Retriever Experience - https://thegoldenretrieverexperience.com/

17:41 - Flameless Candles - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Mooncandles-Flameless-Candles-Remote-Control/dp/B0034Z958Q

22:36 - Oral B iO - https://www.boots.com/oral-b/oralb-io-professional-cleaning?cm_mmc=bmm-buk-google-ppc-_-electrical_beauty-_-Oral-B+iO-_-UK_Generic_Oral+B_Exact&gclid=Cj0KCQjw2tCGBhCLARIsABJGmZ7XCgdzmgmXYRIzbWZMqYONcHjDu46K_y3fLKi9VNT-bH0UfzAQzmwaAq14EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

SERIES 4: Episode 9 - The Kominsky Method, LIFX, Financial Times, Socks, Loki, Clackson's Farm

Friday, June 18, 2021 • Duration 57:09

Hey! This week on Making the Cut we’re covering TV shows, fun lights, magazine subscriptions and a load of other things! Find us @makingthecutpodcast on instagram to send us your recommendations and for the best experience listen on the Entale app.

Here's everything we chatted about:07:17 - The Kominsky Method - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7255502/

15:21 - LIFX - https://uk.lifx.com

20:27 - Guy Berryman - https://www.instagram.com/guyberryman/?hl=en

22:04 - How to Spend It - https://www.ft.com/htsi

27:40 - Genevieve Sweeney - https://www.genevievesweeney.com/

28:54 - Tom Hiddleston - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_Hiddleston

31:48 - Loki - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9140554/

38:00 - Clarkson's Farm - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10541088/

47:13 - Celeste Barber - https://www.instagram.com/celestebarber/?hl=en

48:35 - Lucy and Yak - https://lucyandyak.com/

52:57 - Mind Cafe Magazine - https://mindcafe.co/

56:07 - Scott Brothers -

SERIES 4: Episode 8 - The Trap, Love From Willis, Happy Life, Scotland, White Pudding, Maggie Smith, Richard Osman

Friday, June 11, 2021 • Duration 53:15

We're miles apart for this recording, so going back to lockdown-style remote recording! But the distance doesn't make us any less enthusiastic about our cracking recommendations: a docu-soup from Adam Curtis, sustainable candles, a Scottish delicacy and two amazing books. Find us @makingthecutpodcast on instagram to send us your recommendations and for the best experience listen on the Entale app.

Here's everything we chatted about:

02:14 - John Caudwell - https://www.instagram.com/johncaudwell/?hl=en

05:52 - The Trap - https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p073jxvc/the-trap

19:42 - Love From Willis - https://www.instagram.com/lovefromwillis/?hl=en

22.42 - A Happy Life Candles - https://ahappylife.co.uk/products/

24:41 - Chariots of Fire - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0082158/

26:24 - White Pudding - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/White_pudding#:~:text=White%20pudding%20is%20broadly%20similar,a%20wider%20range%20of%20ingredients

27:51 - Ocado White Pudding - https://www.ocado.com/products/clonakilty-white-pudding-82011011

28:13 - Scott Brothers White Pudding - https://www.scottbrothersbutchers.co.uk/product/battered-white-pudding-200g/

SERIES 4: Episode 7 - Friends Reunion, Oodie, Jolly Ranchers, Driving Test, Ultimate Guitar, Love Shack Fancy

Friday, June 4, 2021 • Duration 58:12

This week we're talking food, music and a way to keep warm. Plus a whole lot more! Find us @makingthecutpodcast on instagram to send us your recommendations and for the best experience listen on the Entale app.

03:12 - Social Dilemma - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11464826/

04:12 - Friends Reunion - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11337862/

13:42 - Oodie - https://theoodie.com/

17:30 - Jolly Ranchers - https://www.americansweets.co.uk/jolly-rancher

19:26 - Noel Gallagher High Flying Birds Book - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/41966946-any-road-will-get-us-there

23:52 - Find Me a Driving Test - https://www.findmeadrivingtest.co.uk/

32:33 - Norah Yarah Rosa - https://www.instagram.com/norah_yarah_rosa/?hl=en

34:57 - Ultimate Guitar - https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/

41:24 - Tim Minchin ‘If This Plane Goes Down’ - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EblcARJBgww&ab_channel=TimMinchin

42:41 - Tim Minchin So F**king Rock - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5286440/

44:01 - Love Shack Fancy -

SERIES 4: Episode 6 - The Skin I Live In, Potage, Pill Cutter, Once Upon a Time in Iraq, Iron Heart

Season -1

Friday, May 28, 2021 • Duration 51:29

Do you have trouble swallowing vitamins? Are you pressed for time to cook amazing meals? Are you looking for a new pair of jeans? We have recommendations for all these queries plus much more. Find us @makingthecutpodcast on instagram to send us your recommendations and for the best experience listen on the Entale app.

03:58 - The Skin I Live In - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1189073/

08:16 - Dermaplaning - https://www.womenshealthmag.com/beauty/a19983721/dermaplaning/

10:58 - Trying - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10982034/

12:27 - Potage - https://www.potage.co.uk/

18:24 - Little Moons - https://littlemoons.com/

23:43 - Pill Cutter - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Gima-Pill-Cutter-Safety-System/dp/B000EGKTGK

26:31 - Megan Rossi - https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthdoctor/?hl=en

27:23 - Once Upon a Time in Iraq - https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m000kxws/once-upon-a-time-in-iraq

37:17 - Rotary Fabric Cutter - https://singeroutlet.co.uk/products/02-0000-00001?gclid=Cj0KCQjwhr2FBhDbARIsACjwLo0zEYxyva3Hu4qTtrbgpXAkf00GGddBytH7fXvrdztgMIyocGJPYe0aAuqkEALw_wcB

39:32 - Iron Heart - https://www.ironheart.co.uk/

41:04 - Graham Heron - https://www.instagram.com/graham_heron/?hl=en

45:15 - https://secrid.com/en-gb/

47:02 - Blaise Candles - https://www.instagram.com/blaisegeorgeelliott/?hl=en

47:33 - Palm Springs - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9484998/

SERIES 4: Episode 5 - Wagamama, Taxi Driver, Pilates, Dan Snow, Displate, Samsung TV, Music

Friday, May 21, 2021 • Duration 53:28

Culture's back! As restrictions ease in the UK we're talking dining out at Wagamama, going to the cinema to see a classic film, a challenging way to work out, and some music to go along with all your activities. Find us @makingthecutpodcast on instagram to send us your recommendations and for the best experience listen on the Entale app.

03:08 - Wagamama - https://www.wagamama.com/our-menu

05:13 - Taxi Driver - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0075314/

14:04 - Just Watch - https://www.justwatch.com/us/apps

16:22 - Moonlighting - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0088571/

16:51 - The War of Roses - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0098621/

18:26 - Reformer Equipment - https://www.pilates.com/store/pilates-equipment/reformers

19:01 - Angie Smith - https://www.instagram.com/angiesmithstyle/?hl=en

25:54 - Dan Snow's book - https://www.waterstones.com/book/on-this-day-in-history/dan-snow/9781473691308

30:09 - Displate - https://displate.com

33:57 - Samsung TV - https://www.samsung.com/uk/lifestyle-tvs/the-frame/?available-to-order&cid=uk_paid_ppc_google_4126821848_FF~Eval:Brand_TV_Lifestyle_KS~BA_BS~VD_PR~CTV_SB~VDMUL_OB~SALES_FS~LHQ_AI~N_MT~EXA_CA~KEW_Samsung+Frame&gclid=CjwKCAjwy42FBhB2EiwAJY0yQqOuQH5m3qaj_HY-78gtmH7L5jzhwg0ZFEOAThNkEquUR__76djgfBoCTegQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

37:34 - Trying on IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10982034/

38:25 - Mum - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b07bpbpx

38:58 - Paul Weller's new album - https://www.udiscovermusic.com/news/paul-weller-fat-pop-volume-1-album/

40:33 - Coldplay's new song - https://pitchfork.com/news/listen-to-coldplays-new-song-higher-power/

42:02 - elbow - Fly Boy Blue / Lunette - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dELKUivJo4w&ab_channel=elbow

43:29 - Wilkinson - Dirty Love ft. Talay Riley - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rKUbBcEz3XQ&ab_channel=WilkinsonVEVO

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