Rein it In with Thom and Dunn

Christine Thom and Vic Dunn
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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

  1. JAN 30

    Episode 53 - Because I'm quite a thorough wiper - CV updated

    How old are we, really? One minute we’re off shopping for new Podcast equipment, the next we’ve lost a chunk of our lives in the M&S cheese section. Time theft? Absolutely. Regrets? None. We tackle the age-old debate of kebab before you drink, and yes, we’ve decided it’s actually the superior option. There are many reasons for this. Kebabee breath being just one, which leads us neatly into a story of its own. Thom is increasingly concerned that dry robes are replacing Crocs. Especially when worn by people who have never seen the business end of a lake. Ever. It’s giving strong karate family popping into Asda after class energy. We dive into a women’s magazine, fuelled by questionable brainwaves from a bloke! Plus ideas from a Mary who will never receive an Amazon parcel. Ever. We workshop how she could improve her letterbox with a bit of fabric and optimism. We also apologise in advance for the podcast barker moment where Thom shouted at an Amazon driver to “MOVE ON”. She didn’t. But she absolutely wanted to. We touch on the media's obsession with the Beckhams and why being women in our 50s might have a slightly different take than the rest of the internet. There’s also a weekly check-in: What have you done to be a d******d this week? And if you counted every FFS or “feck off”, where would you be by Sunday night? We discuss what Dunn would put on her CV as a strength.  Why you should never trust a wet fart, and how it’s not a personal failure, it’s biology. Sprinkled throughout are some Dr Dunn and Dr Thom facts, because, obviously. Enjoy. Head on over. Dive in.

    49 min

  2. JAN 16

    Our t**s look massive – let’s dive in | Episode 52

    We’re in Staithes for our first recording of 2026, joined by Sarah and baby Lydia (aka Linda), and honestly… it goes exactly how you’d expect. We kick off with a WIDL, some absolute surprises in there, and a few you’ll definitely start using yourself. Then we hit Clump of Mash (why does no one understand this?) and immediately descend into laughter, including a strong detour into dingleberries, because of course we do. What BMP comes up, and let’s just say… one of the opinions might be a touch harsh!  Dr Dunn has clearly been “researching” again and drops the bombshell that platypuses create custard. Yes, really. Followed by some oozing facts you may wish you’d never heard. Sarah takes us down a road involving nipples, pulling things you shouldn’t, and accidentally inventing a dog rescue contraption. It spirals. Naturally. Somewhere in there, Super Superworm gets a new mate. We ask the question: What would you do if you were invisible? The answers… worrying. Especially Dunn’s. We’ve also invented a new Cornish pasty for Greggs. Working title: The Pastry Flap. We await the call. Amongst the absolute nonsense, we do manage to touch on some serious stuff too, but mostly it’s laughter, friendship, and pure off-the-rails energy. You can absolutely tell why we’re all friends. BONUS: Sounds We Don’t Like (Horror Edition) Because some noises should be illegal:   * The Drop of a poo * Air raid siren * Thrutching * Something being sick * Baulking noise * Burping Enjoy the ride… and maybe, best to, listen with headphones 😘

    52 min

  3. 12/11/2025

    Episode 51 - If I got deep in balls, I'd panic

    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.

    58 min

  4. 11/27/2025

    Episode 50 - A Sausage Roll and a Cheap Frock

    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.

    1 hr

  5. 11/13/2025

    Episode 49 - Who do you know that doesn't like potatoes?

    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 d******d 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.

    1h 1m

  6. 10/30/2025

    Episode 48 - Smuglet is not a tiny robber

    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!)

    1 hr

  7. 10/16/2025

    Episode 47 - He pinched it between his fingers and wobbled it

    🔥 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.

    1h 5m

  8. 10/02/2025

    Episode 46 - I've had a fair few Crunchie's recently

    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.

    1h 2m
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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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  • Creator
    Christine Thom and Vic Dunn
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    53
  • Rating
    Explicit
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