Episodes
The Interview Series #1: Mika Moret. After an impromptu summer siesta we're back with the first in what we hope will be a new interview series, brought to you by Gray & Jay! On this episode Gray is delighted to welcome Mika to the show to talk about her photography work, and current exhibition in the Corona Concept Gallery in Howth. Mika is a very talented and provocative artist currently living and working in Dublin City, originally hailing from Brazil. Throughout the interview Mika...
Published 07/01/21
Published 07/01/21
Welcome to 50 flicks of Gray and Jay, after a months break from the cast, a spiritual sabbatical - a creative paternity leave, we have given birth to something new, JUST FOR YOU! That's right, the cast is getting a make over, an upgrade. We discuss some of the direction we'll be taking in the future while giving you a sneak peek to a new segment we like to call  "Jayme, on the streets." This episode was incredible to record, pure craic & laughter throughout as we discuss bubble boys,...
Published 05/03/21
After a few brief weeks delayed, it's finally here. Episode 33, the dreamscape, Richard Linklater's 'Waking Life"! In this episode Gray and Jay discuss their dreams, and dream symbolism. Jay touches on a recent passing in his life and the process of holding a funeral in lockdown. And Gray recounts some past experiences with Lucid dreaming. We hope you enjoy! Much Love!  
Published 04/23/21
Welcome to 50 Flicks of Gray & Jay In this episode we discuss Free Solo, The 2018 rock-climbing documentary about Alex Honnold, the athlete attempting to become the first person ever to free-solo-climb El Capitan. We discuss the responsibility of the filmmakers taking part in this National Geographic film and the psychology of extreme sports. From race car driving to scaling up 2,307 meters on the side of a mountain without harness, what drives these athletes, are they simply...
Published 03/18/21
"Pre - Fon - Taine." Say it loud and say it proud. On this episode Gray and Jay wrap up a month of running and cover the 1997 melodrama masterpiece starring Jared Leto, "Prefontaine". As fitting tribute to their 100 Miles for the Mater Hospital, the guys reflect on the highs and lows of the charity fundraiser and offer a huge thank you to all the supporters and donators who helped smash the fundraising goals! In other news, Jayme invents his own design of underwear, it's not to be missed. As...
Published 03/14/21
Welcome to 50 Flicks of Gray & Jay, In this episode we discuss Parasite, the 2019 highly-acclaimed, multi-award winning, South-Korean, black-comedy thriller. We spend the first half of the episode breaking down our goals for the last week doing 100 miles for the mater foundation run, and how the fundraising is going, we also discuss billionaires going to space and Vin Diesel becoming a god, later we dissect Parasite as a potentially perfect Valentine's Day film and it's reflection on...
Published 03/01/21
New York Times documentary FRAMING BRITNEY SPEARS has created huge  waves through social media and the music industry, to the delight of  Britney fans across the world. This week Gray and Jay discuss and review  the hit doc now streaming on Hulu! Topics range from the obvious media  exploitation, sexism and harassment which Britney was subject to early  in her career. Also, as the documentary chronicles, the situation around  Britney's current conservatorship situation. Conversations move...
Published 02/24/21
In this week, of 50 Flicks of Gray & Jay, we review the 2019 Netflix existential comedy, Living With Yourself, starring Paul Rudd & Paul Rudd. The one and only show I've ever binged on in one night, a rarity for sure. We start off this episode discussing the big thing happening in our lives at the moment which is The 100 Miles for the Matter run. We discuss our injuries, our cures and everything in between. Big Thank you to every one who has donated so far, it's all going straight to...
Published 02/11/21
NEW  FREE EPISODE FINALLY ONLINE!!! Gray and Jay review the new George Clooney Netflix film: The Midnight Sky. This apocalyptic science fiction  is the perfect kick start to 2021! With themes of lack of  communication, impending doom, and mental illness, what could be better?  The guys also discuss Deepak Chopra, Tony Robbins and spirituality, to  offer a little balance. And have a long conversation about books and  their specific reading habits. Don't worry, there's plenty of segways  and...
Published 02/06/21
In this episode, of 50 flicks of gray and Jay, we review the year that was 2020 through an almost cathartic viewing of, the mockumentary, Death to 2020; A satirical piece that acts as highlight reel to the good, bad and ugly this past year brought us.  We also discuss updates for COVID 2021, our new found addiction for running and Dublin's best public bathrooms.  Welcome to a new year, enjoy.
Published 01/11/21
Big thank you to all of our followers and listeners who joined us in a crazy 2020. Ya'll made the year a lot easier than it could have been.  Check out Episode 25 on all good streaming platforms, FOR FREE! On this episode the guys look back and reflect on the podcast and the year in general, take a dive into Christmas films and how they faired this Covid Christmas, as well as looking forward to films in 2021. Please enjoy. Peace and Love. Gray & Jay.
Published 01/01/21
LET THE FESTIVITIES BEGIN! Happy holidays and seasonal greetings!  The Midsommar podcast is now live on all good podcast streaming  platforms, for FREE! Now we know what you're thinking, why cover Ari  Aster's summer solstice cult horror flick during Christmas? Apart from  procrastination and laziness, we here at 50 Flicks believe that this  film is the perfect Christmas film for people who hate Christmas films.  It features ritualistic themes of rebirth, sacrifice and indoctrination....
Published 12/22/20
Hello, In this episode, of 50 Flicks of Gray & Jay, we review the Netflix worldwide hit that it is; The Queen's Gambit. We slide in to the popularity of chess, following the shows release, and how Beth Harmon's character perseverance empowers us all to follow our passions. We also discuss microchips, vaccines, the recent discord scandal in Ireland and how to prepare the perfect olive dish.  Q to E6, your move.
Published 12/04/20
Join us via your phones, tablets, laptops and other devices for the latest 50 Flicks podcast reviewing the Netflix film The Social Dilemma.  This eye opening documentary feature dives into the underbelly of  social media, and with the help of dramatisation and industry insiders,  lifts the lid on the super computers and complicated algorithms which  are manipulating us every day. Gray and Jay discuss the real world  implications of such sophisticated technology, can your average human  fight...
Published 11/18/20
In this episode, of Gray & Jay, we watch Hunger. 2008's disturbing, yet powerful, feature-film debut of the visual artist Steve McQueen Stars Michael Fassbender as Bobby Sands. The  historical drama depicts life during the 1981 hunger strikes by the Republican prisoners in Northern Ireland. We also dive in to the new regulations of quarantine 2.0, that hit Ireland recently, the loss of Jayme's of loved ones, the political conflicts of Ireland, weight loss for film, and the long shots of...
Published 11/10/20
Happy Halloween! Welcome to 50 Flicks of Gray and Jay Halloween Special Podcast! On this full moon edition the guys will be talking  about their favorite horror films in cinema history, offensive Halloween  costumes, comedy as therapy, the passing of Sean Connery, the return of  drive thru cinemas, and the horror of the quickly approaching U.S  Election! Be warned, many SPOILERS!!! afoot FOOL, especially for the  films: The Shining, Hereditary, A Quiet Place, The Omen, Rosemary's  Baby, and...
Published 11/03/20
Hello, In this part, of a special double Halloween episode double-bill, we swim deep in to the waters for your tortured pleasure reviewing; The Haunting of Bry Manor.  Dressed as LEON, from the movie Leon, and a man in a witches hat, the lads hold your hand to help navigate you through the dark of both season 1 & 2. Exploring tricks of the mind, treats of the hearts & how to cook the perfect horror film. Simply Splendid! Enjoy.
Published 11/01/20
The Podcast extravaganza returns for the first of its Halloween  themed review line up! On this episode: "The Devil All The Time"!  Netflix's new, beautifully shot, vomit inducing, non-linear dissection  of American history and culture. Starting Tom Holland (which we  mistakenly called Tom Middleton, for some reason, sorry Spiderman) and  the alway interesting, always impeccable Robert Patterison, joined by a  diverse host of cast members, this dark and twisted thriller is not for  the faint...
Published 10/23/20
On this edition of the podcast extravaganza Gray & Jay tackle the  deeply confounding, always intriguing Charlie Kaufman and his newly  released Netflix film "I'm Thinking of Ending Things''. The guys attempt  to negotiate the weird and wonderful world of Kaufman, and track his  iconic filmography: Films which always seem to generate a lot of  discussion, without delivering any solid answers. Also on the table in  this edition is the controversial Jordan Peterson, Varda the Cat,...
Published 10/12/20
In this episode the lads indulge the listeners in an extra special  double feature, double bill! Terry Gilliam's adaptation of Hunter S.  Thompson's Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, and Disney's 1951 classic  Alice in Wonderland! Gray and Jay offer their own take and analysis on  these cult icons, tracking the obvious parallels of psychedelic drug  use, but also subtle similarities like Capitalism, and the American  Dream. There's also a bit of time to explore Freud, penis size, Nazi...
Published 09/27/20
In this episode, of 50 Flicks of Gray & Jay, we discuss Christopher Nolan's latest supernova Mega-hit, Tenet. We venture to nearby cinema's, to watch the new release and give you the low-down on how to be Cinema-goer in the age of pandemic and quarantine, including; going to bars and how everything will be affected from COVID-19. We delve in to Christopher Nolan's film repertoire comparing and contrasting his blockbuster hits to the James Bond franchise, Dwayne (The Rock) Johnson movies...
Published 09/13/20
In this episode, of 50 Flicks of Gray & Jay, we discuss The Boys: The Amazon Prime Video hit series based of the comic book of the same name.  With a season 2 coming out very soon, we delve in to the madness of season 1 dissecting everything, from what makes a superhero to what that would that look like in 2020 - With these super beings effecting society, politics, entertainment, economics, religion, social media and war. We ask if those beings are out there OR if any life is out there...
Published 09/03/20
Finally the guys complete the second installment of their Podcast on  Michaela Coel's groundbreaking tour de force, I May Destroy You, after  several false starts and technical mishaps it's finally here! Also  discussed in this episode: Creativity and creative control, would you  hand over creative control to another colleague or contemporary? What  moral responsibility does Marketing and Advertising have to tell us the  truth? The Gay Gaze, Real Men Love Real Men: the lads chat about gay...
Published 08/21/20
On this week's episode of 50 Flicks of Gray and Jay, the lads dive  into the new Will Farrell, Rachel McAdams Netflix film; "Eurovision Song  Contest: The Story of Fire Saga!" Which chronicles the journey of  Eurovision hopefuls  Lars and Sigrit, from their small Icelandic town to  the main stage of the Eurovision finals! Plenty of fun banter ahead as  we also discuss my new cat, Varda, the old school art of bootlegging VHS  & DVDs, the joy that was Eurotrash and Sexcerta, the truth...
Published 08/12/20