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The Anglo Files

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On The Anglo Files podcast, American Anglophiles Dani and Sheldon discuss their obsession with British TV and culture! They try UK snacks and learn British slang along the way!
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The Anglo FilesNov 09, 2018

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73. James Bond and No Time to Die

73. James Bond and No Time to Die

This VERY LONG episode features your hosts discussing the James Bond film series, as well as it's newest installment. We try a Vesper Martini and Sheldon has to guess what various spy jargon means.

Nov 02, 202101:42:12
72. Johnny English

72. Johnny English

On this episode we review this Rowen Atkinson Spy Parody, try a Galaxy bar, and Sheldon tried to guess with "On the Never Never" means in the UK!

Sep 28, 202158:36
71. The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

71. The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

In this episode, we discuss this delightful film with its incredible cast, try some Sherbet Lemons candy, and Sheldon hears the word "Nesh" for the first time and tries to guess what it means in England.

Aug 30, 202101:00:04
70. Father Ted

70. Father Ted

In this episode we cover Irish Sit Com, try a Chewy Nougat bar from the UK, and discuss the Penryn Worm-Charming championships, and Sheldon tries to guess what the phrase "Nutty Slack" means.

Aug 16, 202154:58
69. Four Lions

69. Four Lions

We cover 2010 Dark Comedy film Four Lions, try some Fruit Pastilles from the UK, and Sheldon learns what "I'm a Mushroom" might mean in England!

Aug 01, 202158:11
68. Gosford Park

68. Gosford Park

We review this 2001 Whodunit, starring EVERY British actor, try some English Toffees from Waitrose, and Sheldon tries to guess what "Pop Your Clogs" might mean in England. 

Jul 10, 202158:54
67. Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead

67. Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead

In this episode we discuss this play-turned-movie by Tom Stoppard, starring Tim Roth, Gary Oldman and Richard Dreyfuss. We try a Topic Bar from the UK and Sheldon tries to guess what "The Beeb" means in England

Jun 27, 202155:10
66. Being Human

66. Being Human

A vampire, a ghost, and a werewolf walk into an apartment lease. If you like situational comedies full of supernatural elements, you might like Being Human! We discuss the 1st season os the show, try some Jaffa cakes, and Sheldon tries to guess what "Gormless" means in the UK.

Jun 01, 202101:02:29
65. Big Fat Quiz Show

65. Big Fat Quiz Show

Once again, we review a British panel show and LAMENT America's lack of panel shows. We try a UK Lemon Drizzle Kit Kat bar and Sheldon tries to guess what a "Ginnel" is.

May 18, 202101:04:22
64. Withnail and I

64. Withnail and I

If you've ever gone on holiday by mistake, you might enjoy this episode! We discuss the film, try a couple of Cadbury chocolate treats, and Sheldon tries to guess what "Scouser" means! 

Apr 30, 202101:08:25
63. A Shaun the Sheep movie: Farmageddon

63. A Shaun the Sheep movie: Farmageddon

Hold onto your crops, we're covering Farmageddon! We discuss the film as a follow up to the first Shaun the Sheep movie, and how is fairs as a sci-fi film. We also try two British candies, Strawberry Laces and Foam Shrimps and Bananas! Sheldon finds out what a "kerb" is....

Apr 14, 202101:02:28
62. Wolfwalkers

62. Wolfwalkers

Join the pack, er, podcast and listen to our review of Tomm Moore's Wolfwalkers film. We try a British candy called Revels, and Sheldon tries to guess what the English mean when they say "Nobby end."

Mar 26, 202158:51
61. All Creatures Great and Small

61. All Creatures Great and Small

Join us as we delve into the charming world of James Herriot! We discuss the books, the 1978 series, and the new PBS series. We try some english veggie crisps and some Jam'N'Cream biscuits, and Sheldon tries to guess the meaning of "Jammy"

Mar 12, 202101:09:11
60. Ted Lasso

60. Ted Lasso

Howdy! In this episode we discuss the Apple original Ted Lasso, whether it's English, American, or English/American. We learn about the Teenage Mutant Hero Turtles, try some Walker's Shortbread, and Sheldon learns the meaning of English phrase "On yer bike"

Feb 18, 202101:08:19
59. The Great Train Robbery (1978)

59. The Great Train Robbery (1978)

Choo Choo! All aboard! In this episode we review 1978's The (First) Great Train Robbery starring Sean Connery and Donald Sutherland. We read some listener mail, try a Fry's Chocolate Cream bar, and Sheldon tries to guess what "Barking Irons" means!

Feb 09, 202101:05:28
58. Fisherman's Friends & the rise of Sea Shanties

58. Fisherman's Friends & the rise of Sea Shanties

In this episode, we discuss the recently attempted American coup, 2021's rise in Sea Shanty popularity, the 2019 movie Fisherman's Friends about the true story of the real-life bouy band, we try 4 flavors of British Kit Kat, we forget the word "Cornish", and Sheldon tries to guess what "Nelson's Blood" means on the high seas. If you make it to the end of this episode, you're truly a legend. It might actually be one of our BEST.

Jan 20, 202101:11:53
57. The Harry Potter Films

57. The Harry Potter Films

We FINALLY sat down to discuss the Harry Potter franchise, something dear to both of our hearts. We tried a homemade version of Butterbeer and some Christmas mince pies! Sheldon tries to guess what "Hogmanay" is.

Dec 25, 202001:41:51
56. Pirates! Band of Misfits (In an Adventure with Scientists!)

56. Pirates! Band of Misfits (In an Adventure with Scientists!)

We're setting sail this week and talking about Pirates! In an Adventure with Scientists! (Or in the US: Pirates! Band of Misfits)
We try Walkers Prawn Cocktail crisps and Sheldon tries to guess the meaning of some nautical phrases from the golden age of piracy!

Dec 10, 202057:44
55. Truth Seekers

55. Truth Seekers

Smyle! We cover Nick Frost's new paranormal investigation comedy, try Johnny's Pickled Onion Rings, and Sheldon tries to guess what a "Drawing pin" is in England. 

Nov 23, 202040:54
54. Pride & Prejudice & ZOMBIES!

54. Pride & Prejudice & ZOMBIES!

What a time to be alive. We discuss the book turned film Pride & Prejudice & Zombies, try Sherbet Lemons, and Sheldon tries to guess what "Blue Ruin" means.

Nov 04, 202047:56
53. Rocky Horror Picture Show (Is English apparently)

53. Rocky Horror Picture Show (Is English apparently)

In this episode we cover Rocky Horror Picture Show, taste-test a British Kit Kat vs American Kit Kat, and Dani tries to guess the meaning of the word "Sitzprobe"

Oct 16, 202051:06
52. The Secret of Kells

52. The Secret of Kells

In this episode we discuss Tomm Moore's animated Irish wonder: The Secret of Kells. We try lamb & mint flavored crisps, and Sheldon tries to guess what Banjaxed means! 

Sep 25, 202001:02:16
51. Taskmaster

51. Taskmaster

If you like seeing English comedians have their wit and creativity tested with coconuts and caravans, you'll probably like our Taskmaster episode!
We discuss our love for Greg Davies and Alex Horne, and the greatest comedians, tasks, and moments of the show. We also try a Curly Wurly, and Sheldon tries to guess what "Brolly" means.

Aug 22, 202050:47
50th Episode Special: Doctor Who! (w/Sara Iyer of The Purrrcast)

50th Episode Special: Doctor Who! (w/Sara Iyer of The Purrrcast)

Hoooboy this is a long one! There's just so much to discuss! In this special, we discuss the Doctor Who (mostly the revived seasons), try some Jelly Babies, and Sheldon guesses the meaning of British phrase: Hobson's Choice. (Also featuring a special message from 7th Doctor Sylvester McCoy!) 

Jun 26, 202001:51:26
49. About Time

49. About Time

Unfortunately, there was some audible weeping during this podcast, but at least we edited out the sound of eating crisps! If you love the movie About Time, come join us as we discuss time travel, love, life, and way too many other things. 

May 24, 202001:02:03
48. Notting Hill

48. Notting Hill

He lives in Notting Hill, she lives in Beverly Hills! If you enjoy 1999 British rom-com Notting Hill, then you'll like this week's episode. Although we critiqued it within an inch of it's life, and failed to mention the brilliant "Ain't No Sunshine, Hugh Grant walking down the street as a year goes by" scene, it really is a good movie. We try a Cadbury Starbar, and Sheldon has to guess what a British "Airing Cupboard is"

May 03, 202055:01
47. 28 Days Later

47. 28 Days Later

Welp. COVID-19. We decided to cover the British film "28 Days Later". We tried to keep it pretty serious and sensitive to what's happening in the world right now. In this episode we also try a Picnic candy bar,  and Sheldon tries to guess what "Giggleswick" is. We hope all of our listeners are doing ok! 

Apr 11, 202057:38
46. St. Patrick’s Day Special - Waking Ned Divine

46. St. Patrick’s Day Special - Waking Ned Divine

Happy St. Patrick's Day! We sat down with a couple of pints of Guinness and watched the heartwarming Irish comedy Waking Ned Divine, and Sheldon tries to guess what "the craic" means!
Mar 17, 202043:03
45. Would I Lie to You?

45. Would I Lie to You?

If you like truths, lies, and the endless battle of insults that exists between Lee Mack and David Mitchell, you'll love this weeks episode which covers British comedy panel show: Would I Lie to You? We discuss the greatest truths and lies told on the show, list our favorite show guests, and try a Cadbury Twirl bar! Sheldon then tries to guess the meaning of the phrase "Fig-footed"

Mar 14, 202058:15
44. Luther

44. Luther

If you like creepy killers, grisly crime-scenes, and broad-shouldered gentlemen in grey wool coats, you might be a fan of Luther! Join us this week as we talk about the BBC Crime Drama and rank our favorite seasons, episodes, and most memorable killers. We also try Gingernut biscuits and Sheldon guesses the meaning of the phrase "Money for Old Rope"
Mar 01, 202056:37
43. About A Boy

43. About A Boy

If you're not too disturbed by the thought if a duck being killed by a gigantic loaf of bread, you may love About A Boy. This week we discuss this charming English comedy film, discuss it's depiction of mental illness, and try a soft drink from the UK! Sheldon tries very hard to guess the meaning of "A Dog in the Manger"

Feb 15, 202001:08:31
42. Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

42. Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

DON'T PANIC! This week we're discussing the galactic best-seller: Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. (While wearing towels) We try a Pan-Galactic Gargle Blaster, and Sheldon guesses a listener-submitted English phrase. 

Feb 01, 202001:16:17
41. Dracula (BBC/Netflix)

41. Dracula (BBC/Netflix)

We want to suck you bloooood ah-ah! This week we cover The BBC Dracula series by Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss. We discuss all three episodes, try some tasty Dolly Mix, and Sheldon learns what "Bodge" means in the UK! Remember listeners.....Blood is lives.....

Jan 18, 202057:17
40. Dunkirk (movie review)

40. Dunkirk (movie review)

*Note: We mistakenly describe Branston Pickle as being pickled onion, when it is in fact, a few different pickled vegetables.*
On this episode we review Christopher Nolan's stunning film about the WW2 events at Dunkirk. We also try a Branston Pickle and Cheese sandwich, discuss the different between Mince/Mincemeat, and Sheldon guesses the meaning of the phrase "All Mouth and no Trousers"

Jan 05, 202053:42
39. Anna and the Apocalypse

39. Anna and the Apocalypse

The tree is decorated, children are singing carols, and zombie have taken over your town...must be Christmas! In this episode we talk about British Zombie Musical Horror Film: Anna and the Apocalypse! We try mince pies and Sheldon learns what the actress said to the bishop!
Dec 22, 201957:51
38. Bridget Jones's Diary (A Christmas movie?)

38. Bridget Jones's Diary (A Christmas movie?)

In this one, we talk about Bridget Jones's Diary, and discuss its status as a Christmas movie. We try a Kendal Mint Cake, and Sheldon learns what "Spend a Penny" means. 

Dec 08, 201953:48
37. Black Mirror

37. Black Mirror

**CORRECTION: On this episode we say that we think the McVities Penguin was based on the Australian Tim Tam, it's the other way around, the McVities Penguin was first**
Are you on the run from mechanical dogs? Are you being blackmailed by online hackers? Don't worry, just take a break and listen to our Black Mirror episode! We discuss the best and worst episodes, and try McVities Penguin Biscuits! 

Nov 22, 201901:11:54
36. Fleabag

36. Fleabag

Have you ever had a horrendous haircut or worried about the size of your arsehole, you may like our episode on British comedy Fleabag. We discuss the show's origins, try Jammie Dodgers, and Sheldon learns an English phrase with "Duck Egg"

Nov 09, 201901:12:55
35. Cornetto Trilogy - Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, The World's End

35. Cornetto Trilogy - Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, The World's End

In this episode we talk about Edgar Wright's Three Flavors Trilogy, consisting of Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, and The World's End. We try the American equivalent of a Cornetto, and Sheldon tries to guess what Cock-a-leekie means :)

Oct 25, 201901:43:57
34. Kinky Boots

34. Kinky Boots

Have you ever thought that a shoe could be the most beautiful thing in the world? If so, you are this episode's niche market!
Join us as we discuss the British comedy film Kinky Boots and try a Dairy Milk Caramel bar!
Oct 14, 201946:27
33. Downton Abbey (TV Series + Movie)

33. Downton Abbey (TV Series + Movie)

You've been invited for tea at Downton Abbey, we hope you like scones! In this episode, Dani and Sheldon discuss TV series Downton Abbey and it's recently released movie! Sheldon tries to guess what "Bezzie" means, and they try homemade scones! 

Sep 28, 201901:04:24
32. Robin Hood (All the versions!)

32. Robin Hood (All the versions!)

Fill your quiver with arrows and come hide out with us in Sherwood forest! This week Dani and Sheldon talk about the many many film and tv versions of Robin Hood! They also try Wine Gums and Sheldon learns what "Robin Hood" is cockney rhyming slang for. 

Sep 14, 201901:06:05
31. QI

31. QI

Welcome to QI, where no one has any idea how many moons Earth actually has! This episode, Sheldon and Dani discuss British quiz show QI, try a Milo bar (APPARENTLY it's from South Africa), and Sheldon learns what Blue Peter is. 

Aug 30, 201958:41
30. Only Fools and Horses

30. Only Fools and Horses

This week we to take to the streets of Peckham in a three-wheeled van to discuss British sitcom Only Fools and Horses. Dani quizzes Sheldon on some funny-sounding British foods, and they try Bubble and Squeak for the first time! 

Aug 16, 201901:14:40
29. Death at a Funeral

29. Death at a Funeral

Dearly beloved, we're gathered here today to celebrate the British comedy film Death at a Funeral, try a Milky Bar, and learn an alternate definition of British slang word "Baps". Hopefully no one had spiked the candy bar with hallucinogens, or Sheldon is going to end up stark naked on the roof!

Aug 01, 201901:00:29
28. Monty Python and the Holy Grail

28. Monty Python and the Holy Grail

If your mother was a hamster and your father smelled of elderberries, you may enjoy this episode of The Anglo Files! Dani and Sheldon breakdown the plot and jokes of British classic: Monty Python and the Holy Grail. They also try a Malteaser's Teaser Bar, and discuss which Monty Python actor is their favorite! Now go away or I shall taunt you a second time...
Jul 18, 201901:11:30
27. Attack the Block

27. Attack the Block

This 4th of July, Dani and Sheldon watch a firework-laden movie about an alien invasion, no not Independence Day, it's British Sci-fi film Attack the Block!  They try a Aero Mint bar and Sheldon tries to guess what "Whinging" means! Whether you're American or British or anything else, Happy July 4th! 

Jul 04, 201901:01:31
26. Good Omens (Book and TV show)

26. Good Omens (Book and TV show)

Armageddon is upon us, so grab your copy of The Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter, Witch, and hop into your Bentley, we've got a LOT to cover! In this episode, Dani and Sheldon discuss the Knighting of Sir Michael Palin, Good Omens the book, Good Omens the show, and try a Drifter candy bar! 

Jun 21, 201901:04:06
25th Episode British Snack Spectacular!

25th Episode British Snack Spectacular!

Sheldon and Dani discuss the last 24 episodes worth of British snacks, and try three new ones! (Including Marmite!) They rank their top three candies they've tried on the podcast so far (BOOST).

Jun 06, 201947:22
24. Broadchurch (Season 1)

24. Broadchurch (Season 1)

If you enjoyed one of British TV's most engaging murder mysteries, then you may enjoy this episode, where Sheldon and Dani discuss the drama's highly acclaimed first season, try a Bounty bar, and learn what a Bucks Fizz is.
*Contains spoilers for the first season*

May 23, 201901:17:45