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a brand new six part series starting on RTÉ2, Monday, 14th October at 9.30pm which follows young singletons from across the country who are stuck in a merry-go-round of bad dates and dating apps. Jaded with swiping left or right, ghosting and disastrous dates, these singletons are taking drastic action and handing over the reins to their parents to give their dating profiles a full make-over to crack the cupid conundrum. Parents of lovelorn millennials will roll up their sleeves to give their little angels’ dating profiles an old fashioned overhaul, replacing saucy selfies with something more becoming in order to find them suitable suitors. As well as a crash course in emojis, the parents will look to the more traditional routes to find their loved ones a date. Will a small ad in the Farmers Journal be just the ticket? What about the talent at the local GAA club or does one of the neighbors have a niece just home from Australia?
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F2 Kicks Off: London Live (2014)
7.9 / 10 (based on 18 reviews)
Football Freestyle pioneers Jeremy Lynch and Billy Wingrove – ‘The F2’ – are the world leaders in football entertainment. Their worldwide fan base includes the likes of Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Rio Ferdinand and David Beckham. They have performed their incredible skills in every continent on the globe astounding crowds of thousands in sell out stadiums, Hollywood’s A-list elite, and even the Queen! This is the story of two ordinary boys from London living an extraordinary life. Over years of performing, honing their skills around the world, they have crafted an armory of tricks with unprecedented creativity and powerful originality, all with a football. ‘F2 Kicks Off’ is the F2’s journey through their city, their home and the place where everything for them began. In ‘F2 Kicks Off’, Billy Wingrove and Jeremy Lynch’s first television series, they journey across London, pulling off unbelievable feats of skill and breathtaking stunts astonishing everyone they meet, whether international footballers, chart topping musicians, or the everyday people of London. Breaking the boundaries of mainstream entertainment, ‘F2 Kicks Off’ brings a spark of magic to the streets of London with a football.
Genre: Sport
Main Cast: Jeremy Lynch, Billy Wingrove
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7.7 / 10 (based on 338 reviews)
Tapping into the geopolitics of hacking and surveillance, Ben Makuch travels the world to meet with hackers, government officials, and dissidents to investigate the ecosystem of cyberwarfare.
Genre: Documentary
Main Cast: Ben Makuch, Brian Krebs, Michael Chertoff, Michael Hayden
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Genre: Horror
Main Cast: Ethan May, Jennifer May, Dylan R. Nix, Mckenna Foley
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For What It’s Worth (2016)
8.4 / 10 (based on 7 reviews)
Antiques quiz show hosted by Fern Britton, assisted by antiques experts. Three pairs of contestants answer general knowledge questions, hoping for the chance to add antiques to their collections.
Genre: Game-Show
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1 season, 2 episodes, 45.0-minute runtime
In the world of reality TV, a genre that often thrives on the unexpected and the outrageous, there’s a show that has managed to carve out its niche by blending the universal quest for love with a unique twist. “Pulling with My Parents,” which first aired in 2019, is a show that takes the familiar format of dating reality TV and turns it on its head by involving a factor many of us can relate to: our parents.
The Premise
At its core, the premise of “Pulling with My Parents” is both simple and audacious. Single participants, tired of the modern dating scene, hand over control of their dating apps and love lives to their parents. The goal? To see if mom and dad can succeed where their children have failed – finding true love, or at the very least, a decent date.
Why It Works
Relatability
One of the show’s strongest suits is its relatability. Who hasn’t felt the generational divide when discussing dating with their parents? The show taps into this universal experience, creating moments of comedy, empathy, and sometimes, surprising insight.
The Generational Clash
A significant part of the show’s appeal lies in the clash of generations. Watching parents navigate the world of Tinder, Bumble, and other dating apps is as hilarious as it is enlightening. The show serves as a mirror to the changing norms and practices of dating, highlighting how much has changed since the parents were on the dating scene.
Unexpected Wisdom
While it’s easy to expect the parents’ attempts at matchmaking to be out of touch or misguided, the show often surprises us. Many episodes reveal that, despite the generational differences, the parents’ advice and choices can be spot on. This blend of humor and heartfelt moments is a key reason why viewers keep coming back.
Standout Moments
“Pulling with My Parents” is filled with memorable moments that range from cringe-worthy to genuinely touching. Here are a few that stand out:
- The Overprotective Dad: In one episode, a father’s protective instincts go into overdrive as he vets potential dates for his daughter. His interrogation techniques, reminiscent of a cop drama, are both amusing and endearing.
- The Modern Lingo Lesson: Watching parents get a crash course in modern dating terms (ghosting, benching, breadcrumbing) is as educational as it is entertaining. The confusion and eventual understanding offer a humorous take on the ever-evolving language of love.
- The Successful Match: Amidst the many missteps and mismatches, there are moments of success. One episode features a mother who, against all odds, finds the perfect match for her son, proving that sometimes, parents do know best.
The Impact
On Families
Beyond the laughs and the awkward dates, “Pulling with My Parents” has an unexpected depth. It opens up conversations between generations, allowing parents and their adult children to understand each other’s perspectives on love and relationships. This dialogue, often missing in real life, is one of the show’s unintended but welcome outcomes.
On Dating
The show also offers a commentary on the state of modern dating. By juxtaposing the old with the new, it questions whether the convenience of dating apps has made the search for love easier or more complicated. It’s a question that resonates with many viewers, regardless of their generational affiliation.
The Verdict
“Pulling with My Parents” is more than just a reality TV show. It’s a social experiment that offers laughs, lessons, and a lot of heart. Whether you’re single, in a relationship, or happily removed from the dating scene, there’s something in it for everyone. It’s a reminder that when it comes to love, maybe it’s time to listen to our parents a little more – or at least, give them a chance to show us how it’s done.
In a landscape filled with dating shows, “Pulling with My Parents” stands out for its originality, humor, and the unexpected wisdom it delivers. It’s a show that proves, in the quest for love, sometimes taking a step back can be the best way forward.