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So, What‘s the Problem?
by Shifty Bench
A podcast in which our hosts re-watch movies from their youth to determine if it‘s problematic by today‘s standards. Hosted by Jimmy Brown and Jen King. Feed is also the home to The Vintage Movie Book Club, also hosted by Jimmy and Jen. Jimmy has another podcast, Terror in Ten, a horror movie review podcast in ten minutes or less on its own feed.
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The Fatal Beauty (1987) Problem
Well, here we are, still in the year 1987, with Jimmy's pick, the comedy action movie Fatal Beauty directed by non-Spider-Man Tom Holland. In this episode, our hosts talk about tonal issues, Whoopi Goldberg's movie career and Jimmy says what he wants to be when he grows up. This episode contains a LOT of strong language including some that begins with the letter "c" if you are averse to that sort of thing. Next time, will we finally be out of 1987 or are we trapped there forrreeevvveerrrr? Find out at the end of this one to see what Jen's next pick is.
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105
The Dirty Dancing (1987) Problem
Jimmy and Jen stay in 1987 for some reason with Dirty Dancing, a genuinely good movie. They talk about age gaps, nose jobs and abortion. Fun! Contains strong language.
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The Vintage Movie Book Club- The Cable Guy
Welcome back to the Vintage Movie Book Club where Jimmy and Jen discuss a movie novelisation from when they were young...younger than they are now. This time, they are talking about The Cable Guy and while they have very little differences between movie and book, they discover something interesting... So, What's the Problem will return next week with Dirty Dancing. Contains strong language. Theme- Sweeter Vermouth by Kevin MacLeod.
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The Principal (1987) Problem
Hey, remember when Jim, sorry James, Belushi was a thing? He actually made enjoyable movies back in the day, like this action, comedy, thriller, thing. We discuss white saviour movies, old teenagers and have a possibly controversial conversation regarding the comedy genius of Jim's brother John. Contains strong language. Trigger warning: conversation of attempted sexual assault in the movie with Jimmy's second problem. Brand new theme-Music by Bohdan Kuzmin from Pixabay
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The Dragnet (1987) Problem
Wait, what??? After almost two years, give or take, Jimmy and Jen are back with a brand spanking new episode of So, What's the Problem? And they are a bit rusty, please forgive them. Contains strong language.
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Special Announcement
Jimmy is here with some special, exciting and important news regarding So, What's the Problem!!
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The Vintage Movie Book Club- April Fools Day
Hey, new episode! Jimmy and Jen chat about the novelisation of a slasher movie, April Fools day, book and movie were both released in 1986 and they are pretty different in one major aspect. And a few minor ones. This episode contains very, very strong language and adult themes including abortion. By the way, just so you all know, So, What's the Problem is coming back soon. Not sure exactly when but it is. With Dragnet (1987)Music- Sweeter Vermouth by Kevin MacLeod.
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The Vintage Movie Book Club- My Girl
It's the 5th episode of The Vintage Movie Book Club and again, it's a family movie but next time, Jimmy and Jen will be talking about something more adult leaning. This is our shortest episode so far as there just aren't that many differences, even with a character from the movie missing from the book. This episode was originally released in February 2026 but all episodes are now available on this feed. Music- Sweeter Vermouth by Kevin MacLeod.
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The Vintage Movie Book Club- Home Alone
The 4th episode of The Vintage Movie Book Club sees Jimmy and Jen discuss Jen's favourite Christmas movie of all time. And the book that was based on it but released later, slightly. Our hosts discuss the differences, highlight why Uncle Frank is the absolute worst and set the record straight once and for all... just who do all these kids belong to? This episode was originally released in December 2025 but all episodes are now available on this feed. Music- Sweeter Vermouth by Kevin MacLeod.
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The Vintage Movie Book Club- Halloween
Episode 3 of the Vintage Movie Book Club sees Kimmy and Jen discuss the kind of weird novelisation of Halloween. Jen doesn't like that Michael Myers talks and Jimmy pronounces Samhain wrong a bunch. This episode was originally released in October 2025 but all episodes are now available on this feed. Music- Sweeter Vermouth by Kevin MacLeod.
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The Vintage Movie Book Club- The Goonies
Episode 2 of The Vintage Movie Book Club sees Jimmy and Jen talk about The Goonies. Does Jen like the book more than the movie and just how many differences are there? This episode was originally released in 2025 but all episodes are now available on this feed.
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Scream 7 Spoiler Talk
Join Jimmy and Jen as they talk about Scream 7 in a spoiler filled discussion. One of them likes the movie more than the other and there are mild disagreements and strong language.
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The Vintage Movie Book Club- Final Destination
Hey, welcome to a brand new podcast, from Jimmy and Jen. This is the test/pilot episode of The Vintage Movie Book Club, where we read and review novelisations of movies from the 80s and 90s. The books must have been released at the same time as the movie to qualify. Except this month, where we picked a book based on the fact we both watched the movie again recently. Theme- "Sweeter Vermouth" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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The Labyrinth (1986) Problem
We're back, happy 2024! Jimmy and Jen ring in the New Year with a discussion on a childhood fave of the former. Is it a whimsical fantasy fairy tale or the story of a teenage girl's descent into madness? Topics include David Bowie, misremembering lyrics, the baby actor's wellbeing and the age old discussion of digital media vs physical. Join in in two weeks for Jen's birthday pick. Contains strong language.
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The A Christmas Story (1983) Problem
It's our final episode of the year and the second festive episode of the month. Jimmy and Jen discuss this beloved classic like two people who aren't fans of the movie. Because, well, you know, they're not... Sorry. Topics include corporal punishment in schools, the different ways to discuss movies and good ol' racism. Jen's audio starts off not great but improves very, very quickly. Contains strong language.
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The Santa Claus: The Movie (1985) Problem
It's DECEMBER! In the first of two episodes this month, Jimmy and Jen talk about this 1985 oddity. They discuss the usual, as well as the movie's music and Jimmy has a couple of rants. Please note that Jen's audio quality in this episode varies wildly. Contains strong language.
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The Home for the Holidays (1995) Problem
Join Jimmy and Jen as they discuss Jodie Foster's second movie as a director. Topics include drug addiction, relatives and Television sizes. We'll be back in two weeks with a Christmas movie! Contains strong language.
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The Ishtar (1987) Problem
The wheel returns with this infamous bomb but is it really that bad? Discussions/tangents include Funko Pops, bad movies and weird IMDB trivia. Stay tuned at the end for announcements regarding the future of the show. Contains strong language.
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The Brainscan (1994) Problem
It's our shortest ever episode and Jimmy had to put audio of the original trailer at the end to get it over the 30 minute mark, yay! October ends with this semi-forgotten horror that maybe should be all the way forgotten? Possibly. Jimmy and Jen discuss acting, confusing endings, the movie's score and next week's episode is determined by the wheel! Contains very strong language. Recorded on Sunday 29th October 2023.
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The Pet Sematary (1989) Problem
We're back, after a week's absence due to Jimmy's damn internet being off for FIVE FULL DAYS! Spooky month continues with the first adaptation of Stephen King's novel inspired by his actual cat dying in an episode recorded on Jimmy's birthday, October 11th. This episode, Jimmy and Jen discuss cats and death. Contains strong language.
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The Omen (1976) Problem
It's Jimmy's birthday pick and he's running out of movies from 1976 that he watched as a kid! Also, horror because October! Topics include the 70s, remakes and, of course, the Omen "Curse". Contains very strong language and adult themes. Jimmy has a new microphone, so you will hear the bumping of a table and the moving of a chair from his side. He'll adjust it for next time.
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The Just One of the Guys (1985) Problem
It's Jen's pick and it's oddly similar as the last movie they covered. Kind of. Topics include eyes, boobs and tattoos. The wheel is taking a break until November as October has it's own gimmick. Contains strong language.
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The Soul Man (1986) Problem
Oh, boy. The time is finally here for Jimmy and Jen to chat about a movie they are both watching for the first time, thanks to "the wheel". Is it a racist piece of crap or a well intentioned oddity? Discussions include Blackface (obviously),racism (obviously) and how the character would fare today. Contains strong language.
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The So I Married an Axe Murderer (1993) Problem
Jimmy's latest pick is a romantic comedy from the 90s. That's right, JIMMY'S latest pick. He liked Mike Myers when he was younger, what can we say? Topics include the director of the movie, alternate versions of the script and what happened on each of our hosts' day of birth. Oh and did you know Jimmy is Scottish? For next week, we entrust the wheel to pick us something... Contains VERY strong language.
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The Boy Who Could Fly (1986) Problem
Jen's newest pick is this whimsical family movie directed by The Shape. Topics of discussion include kissing relatives on the lips, re-watch podcasts and John Carpenter, briefly. Contains strong language and the theme of suicide. Next week, from Michael Myers to Mike Myers...
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The Grease 2 (1982) Problem
It's the start of a brand new era here at "So, What's the Problem?" as it's time for Jen and Jimmy to watch movies have never seen but have heard they are possibly problematic. Or, in the case of this movie, they just wanted to bitch about Grease. This should be a once a month deal, to try to change things up a little. Next week will be Jen's pick that she has seen but Jimmy has not.
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The Golden Child (1986) Problem
Aaaaaand, we're back to the 80s, the exact same year as Jimmy's last pick. This week, our intrepid hosts talk about the current Entertainment strikes, the music, a plot point that makes no sense to them and spin a wheel to decide what movie they are covering next... a movie neither host has seen... Contains strong language.
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The Trojan War (1997) Problem
Jen and Jimmy return to Jennifer Love Hewitt romantic comedy territory with this little seen oddity. They chat about the usual as well as Ben Savage, miscast stars, bad filmmaking choices, safe sex and just what the crap is that David Hasselhoff nonsense about? Contains strong language. Re-upload to fix audio problem.
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The Cobra (1986) Problem
It's an 80s Stallone movie so you know what that means???? Right-wing politics and lots of violence! And Jimmy still likes it! It's an 80s action movie so you know it's Jimmy's pick. Tune in next week where the movie will be a 90s teen comedy... and still technically Jimmy's pick, masquerading as Jens. Hahahahahahaha. Contains strong language.
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The Dick (1999) Problem
We are back and we are talking about Dick! Jimmy and Jen discuss the cast, historical accuracy, Abba and confusing actors with their characters. Oh and they talk about action movies in this podcast about a period comedy movie. Next episode is an 80s action movie! Contains strong language.
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The Teen Wolf (1985) Problem
It's that other movie from 1985 that stars Michael J Fox! Jimmy and Jen talk about the Teen Wolf animated series, how people of any orientation can be unlikeable as well as ponder just what the message of the movie is. And behind the scenes, Jimmy is pondering just how he'll post the video of next week's movie on Youtube. Contains strong and discriminatory language.
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The Hand That Rocks the Cradle (1992) Problem
We are back and we start off year 4 with this early 90s thriller which is much better than the mid-90s thriller we covered before our break. This is what we call a "bad pick" but we have a good discussion about the movie anyway. Contains strong language and adult topics such as miscarriage and assault. Blame the movie. Should be a lighter show next week!
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The Fear (1996) Problem
It's our 100th movie! Jimmy and Jen discuss the joyless mid-90s stalker thriller Fear starring Marky Mark, a movie they talked about all the way back in episode one. They talk about confusing geography, Mark Wahlberg's past, doggy murder and stealth badass characters. Also, discover what show Jen has binge watched in the past week at the time of recording. We are taking a break for a few weeks but will release something for the anniversary soon-ish. Contains strong language and adult themes including assault of various kinds.
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The Death Warrant (1990) Problem
Jimmy and Jen dive back into the action movie world of the former's youth but is a first time viewing for the latter. They discuss pointless characters, bad acting, non-scary villains and Jimmy ponders a plot point that males no sense to him. They also welcome Jean Claude Van Damme to the podcast. As in they are covering one of his movies for the first time, he's not a guest or anything. Contains strong language and our next episode is our 100th movie...
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The Wild Things (1998) Problem
It's our 98th movie, so we're covering a movie from 1998. Jimmy and Jen discuss the twists, Jimmy's thoughts on the unrelated movie The Menu and they disagree on a certain aspect of the movie, Wild Things. Includes very very strong language and talk of sexual assault.
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The Howard the Duck (1986) Problem
We're back! This week on "Jen Hates Jimmy", it is Howard the freaking Duck time! Our fearless duo talk about duck nudity, duck anatomy, duck puns and Marvel movies again. It's okay, though, this is based on a Marvel comic, so it's justified, honest! Contains strong language.
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Scream VI Spoiler Discussion
It's new movie spoiler time! Jimmy and Jen discuss the 6th movie in a franchise they both love but did they enjoy this particular entry? They go over what they like, what they didn't like, the cast, plot holes and discuss what they want from a 7th movie. We'll be back to our normal show next week with Howard the Duck (1986). Contains spoilers for the Scream franchise (although, why would you start at 6?) and strong language.
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The North (1994) Problem
Hooo, boy, here we go... Contains strong language.
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The Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994) Problem
One of the comedies from the year that made Jim Carrey a star and one that is very troubling for a number of reasons. Jim Carrey wearing a tutu is oddly not one of them. Beware, do not listen if you love this movie. Or do then email us at [email protected] to tell us why we're wrong. Contains talk of Homophobia and Transphobia because that's just the movie we're covering.
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The Malice (1993) Problem
Jimmy and Jen stay in 1993 this week with an often forgotten thriller co-written by one of Jen's favourite writers. They talk about the movie's actors, its twists, its plot holes and answer the age old question... would you let someone cut your finger off for $1 million? Contains strong language and adult themes.
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The Cliffhanger (1993) Problem
Jimmy and Jen are back and this time round, Jimmy has picked a classic Stallone flick that is great and he won't hear any different! They talk about age gaps in movies, The Razzies, Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls and Buffy, briefly. It's okay, though, this movie has an actor from the show in it. An actor who was in two episodes in the second season but still... Contains strong language.
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The Toy (1982) Problem
It's Jen's birthyear pick and she has went with the 8th most racist movie ever made according to the Complex site. Is its place on such a list warranted? They talk about that as well as Richard Pryor, Scott Schwartz's adult career and compare the 90s and the 90s. Contains strong language and racist language used in context of the movie.
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The Beverly Hills Cop (1984) Problem
Welcome to 2023! Jimmy and Jen return with this childhood favourite of the former's that the latter just watched for the first time. They talk about the movie, obviously, the soundtrack, Sly Stallone and Jimmy tells Jen about a project he did at college related to this movie. Kind of. Contains strong language.
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The Home Alone 2 (1992) Problem
It's Christmas, so you know what that means, right? Sequel time!!! Two years after our podcast of the first movie, just like this movie and the first movie! Also just like our podcast on the first movie, we talk about Donald Trump because, how can we not? Contains strong language.
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The All I Want for Christmas (1991) Problem
December's festive movies continue with this little known family comedy that was once a favourite of both of our hosts. Does it hold up? They talk about that, discuss false advertising and Jimmy defends the song "Baby, it's Cold Outside". Contains strong language.
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The Scrooged (1988) Problem
Jimmy's first pick for the festive season is this modern retelling of A Christmas Carol from Richard Donner. Does this childhood favourite hold up for our Scottish host or has he found more things to annoy him this time round? It's Jimmy, so who knows? Also topics include Bill Murray, Kanye West and an update on stuff from last week's episode. Contains strong language.
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The Santa Clause (1994) Problem
It's Christmas! Almost but we're starting early here on the podcast with a full five weeks of festive episodes! First up, this from 1994, when Tim Allen was a huge star, we discuss him as well as Santa in general, Jen learns something gross and Jimmy explains how the podcast views on YouTube are going. Contains strong language.
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The Gregory’s Girl (1981) Problem
Taking a break from Thanksgiving movies this year, Jimmy has decided to be patriotic and wants to celebrate St. Andrew's Day with this Scottish classic. Which Jen is watching for the first time. Was she charmed by this teen romantic comedy or was she baffled by the accents? Or both? Or neither? Contains very strong language.
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The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking (1988) Problem
Well... you know this ain't Jimmy's pick but he talks to Jen about it anyway. It's a quick one this week as the pair had very limited time so just as well there isn't really much to talk about anyway. So, they have a discussion about Kevin Smith and Jimmy makes a really bad joke... Contains strong language.
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Halloween Ends Spoiler Discussion
It's November, so lets talk about the Halloween franchise! While Jimmy and Jen take a two week break, enjoy this discussion on the final movie in David Gordon Green's trilogy that's also the end of a four movie arc and the latest movie in the Halloween franchise. They also spoil some of the Friday the 13th franchise and one of them decides if they actually like this movie or not, by episode's end. Contains strong language.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A podcast in which our hosts re-watch movies from their youth to determine if it‘s problematic by today‘s standards. Hosted by Jimmy Brown and Jen King. Feed is also the home to The Vintage Movie Book Club, also hosted by Jimmy and Jen. Jimmy has another podcast, Terror in Ten, a horror movie review podcast in ten minutes or less on its own feed.
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