Call it the "Phantom Menace" effect: these are movies that were highly anticipated, massively hyped, and utterly awful.    What's in your top 5? Tell us in the Discord... ~ Access the entire back catalog of After Midnights, plus bonus episodes and video livestreams over at the brand new MFFI Patreon:  PATREON ~ Join the Midnight Masses! Become an Insomniac by dropping a review, adding us on social media, and contacting us with episode ideas.  And we now have Midnight Merch! Show your...

Join Shane and Duncan for an explosive tale of political intrigue, religious fervor, and a daring conspiracy that could have reshaped an entire nation.  ~In this episode:   King Henry VIII and the Anglican Church Catholics vs Protestants "Bloody" Mary I of England Queen Elizabeth I King James VI and I Robert Catesby Thomas Wintour John Wright Guy Fawkes The Secret Police Priest Holes Elizabeth Stuart and the Extended Plot Parliament Delayed The Accidental Conspirator: Thomas Bates Robert...

Musical comedian Phil Johnson drops by the MFFI living room to help the boys generate a list of the greatest parodies of all time. Which Mel Brooks movie will make the list? And which legendary bespectacled satirist will be snubbed?   What's in your top 5? Tell us in the Discord... ~ Access the entire back catalog of After Midnights, plus bonus episodes and video livestreams over at the brand new MFFI Patreon:  PATREON ~ Join the Midnight Masses! Become an Insomniac by dropping a review,...

Last episode was just a warm-up. Swindle month continues, this time with actual influencers! These are the worst of the worst… ~In this episode:   Yovana Mendoza (Rawvana) Belle Gibson The Liver King (Brian Johnson) ~ Support the show by becoming a Midnight Minion, Menace, or Maniac, and unlock exclusive bonus content over at PATREON ~ Chat with fellow insomniacs and vote on episode topics via DISCORD ~ Join the Midnight Masses! Become an Insomniac by dropping a review, adding us on social...

The internet is a dangerous place. Hold onto your wallet as MFFI takes you on a scamtastic tour of two of the most notorious online swindles of the last decade.  ~In this episode:   Fyre Fest The 2017 GoFundMe Con ~ Support the show by becoming a Midnight Minion, Menace, or Maniac, and unlock exclusive bonus content over at PATREON ~ Chat with fellow insomniacs and vote on episode topics via DISCORD ~ Join the Midnight Masses! Become an Insomniac by dropping a review, adding us on social...

Freddy. Jason. Jigsaw. Chucky. Which of your favorite slashers and psychos will make the cut?🔪MFFI’s spooky season comes to a close as the guys welcome LA comic Saul Trujillo to discuss the scariest horror movie villains of all time.  What's in your top 5? Tell us in the Discord... ~ Access the entire back catalog of After Midnights, plus bonus episodes and video livestreams over at the brand new MFFI Patreon:    PATREON   ~ Join the Midnight Masses! Become an Insomniac by dropping a...

Spooky season continues! A car that killed a star. A haunted doll. A vindictive painting. Are any of these items genuinely cursed? Not a chance.  But hey, it’s it’s going to be a wild ride. Join Shane and Duncan for a silly, skeptical romp through the darkest corners of the untamed internet. ~In this episode:   James Dean’s Little Bastard Robert the Doll “The Hands Resist Him” ~ Support the show by becoming a Midnight Minion, Menace, or Maniac, and unlock exclusive bonus content over...

Our video-livestream Q&A episode was delightful chaos, so thanks to all of the Discord members and Patrons who showed up! This week we’re releasing an audio clip from that livestream, and it consists of some not-so-flattering stories from our wild college days. We hope you enjoy this painful romp down memory lane, and if you’d like to participate in future livestreams, we’d love to have you as a patron! Support the show by becoming a Midnight Minion, Menace, or Maniac, and unlock...

Spooky season has arrived! Join Shane and Duncan for a trio of mind-bending mysteries: first, venture into the frozen enigma of Dyatlov Pass, then wander the eerie halls of the Cecil Hotel, and finally unravel the perplexing tale of the Somerton Man. ~ Support the show by becoming a Midnight Minion, Menace, or Maniac, and unlock exclusive bonus content over at PATREON ~ Chat with fellow insomniacs and vote on episode topics via DISCORD ~ Join the Midnight Masses! Become an Insomniac by...

Spooky season has arrived, which means this is the perfect time for a horror-themed After Midnight episode. Join Shane and Duncan and special guest Daymon Ferguson as they debate the most overused and underwhelming tropes from the horror genre. From cat jump-scares to the final girl, from body horror to creepy dolls, which eye-rolling cliches will make the list?    What's in your top 5? Tell us in the Discord... ~ Access the entire back catalog of After Midnights, plus bonus episodes and...

From umbrellas that distribute rain to radios that print the news, here are the most useless pieces of technology ever foisted an unsuspecting public. ~ Support the show by becoming a Midnight Minion, Menace, or Maniac, and unlock exclusive bonus content over at PATREON ~ Chat with fellow insomniacs and vote on episode topics via DISCORD ~ In this episode:   Radio Newspaper Xybernaut POMA Kerastese Hair Coach Umbrella Drone Vacuum Cleaner Shoes iSmell Amazon Astro ~ Join the Midnight Masses!...

A quick announcement from the guys. ~ Support the show by becoming a Midnight Minion, Menace, or Maniac, and unlock exclusive bonus content over at PATREON ~ Join the MFFI community and vote on episode topics via DISCORD ~ Join the Midnight Masses! Become an Insomniac by dropping a review, adding us on social media, and contacting us with episode ideas.  And we now have Midnight Merch! Show your Insomniac pride and pick up a tee shirt or coffee mug to spread the word!  Midnight...

What's in a name? A lot, actually. Names are more than just labels; they carry meanings, stories, and histories that reveal our origins, cultures, and personalities. In this episode, you’ll learn about the ancient roots of some common and uncommon names, the trends and influences that have shaped naming practices over time, and the surprising ways that names can affect our lives. From the ancient annals of civilization to the latest naming trends, join Shane “Gift From God” Rogers and Duncan...

Rapper, producer, all-around entertainment dynamo, and long-time member of the midnight masses Alfred Banks joins Shane and Duncan this week to generate a list of the most re-watchable movies ever. Can three opinionated guys from different generations find common ground? And what's in your top 5? Tell us in the Discord...   Make sure to check out Alfred Banks over at Underdog Central! ~ Access the entire back catalog of After Midnights, plus bonus episodes and video livestreams over at the...

Hey insomniacs, get ready to peel back the astroturf on sports scandals that are as cautionary as they are captivating. In this episode you'll learn about the Black Sox, who threw the World Series for a bribe, and the Vikings, who threw a sex party on a lake, and Rosie Ruiz, who threw away her dignity to "win" a marathon...and more. This is everything they don't teach you in PE class. ~ Support the show by becoming a Midnight Minion, Menace, or Maniac, and unlock exclusive bonus content over...

Cover versions of popular songs are often lazy and uninspired. After all, songwriting is hard, so it’s tempting to take shortcuts…why bother writing your own music and lyrics when you could just “reinterpret” someone else’s work?   But there are a few talented artists who have managed to take an existing song and elevate it to a new level, eclipsing the original and truly making it their own. In this week’s uncharacteristically energetic, frequently inappropriate, caffeine-fueled...

Strap in and prepare for liftoff as Shane and Duncan take you on a jet-fueled ride through the history of space exploration. From the Nazi origins of space-flight to the audacious Apollo missions that captivated the globe, from the unexpected launch of Sputnik to the Space Shuttle's triumphs and disasters, this episode unveils the pivotal moments, groundbreaking achievements, and tenacious spirit that propelled humanity's reach into the final frontier. Join the MFFI community and vote on...

"Every breath you takeEvery move you make... I'll be watching you. Oh, can't you seeYou belong to me..."   Shudder.   If you actually pay attention to the lyrics, some of the catchiest and most popular songs on the billboard charts will send a chill down your spine. On this episode of After Midnight, the boys invite Bay Area comedy legend Mean Dave to help come up with a list of the 5 most covertly creepy bops of all time.    What's in your top 5? Tell us in the Discord... ~ Access the entire...

Why did humans first venture into the dark and mysterious depths of the ocean? What discoveries and dangers did they encounter along the way? And how will the ocean-exploring community regroup and flourish in a post Titan-submersible world?  Prepare for a deep dive into the history and current state of ocean exploration as Shane and Duncan reveal the fascinating stories of the pioneers, adventurers, and scientists who dared to brave the final frontier on Earth.  Join the MFFI community and...

It was yet another wild and wooly clusterf**k on this month's video livestream, and we're releasing the full episode so that all of the Insomniacs can retroactively experience the uncensored ridiculousness. This weeks's topic: The 5 best movies about animals. As usual, the chat-crew came through and provided both silliness and serious input..so listen now to find out if your favorite critter-flick made the list!  What would be in your top 5? Tell us in the Discord... ~ Access the entire back...

Prepare yourself for a wild ride, insomniacs, because we're diving headfirst into the realm of quirky sports, where ancient traditions meet bizarre modern-day challenges. Ever heard of Kok boru? It's like a game of "grab the goat" on horseback. Yeah, you read that right. How about the adrenaline-fueled sport of wife carrying? Who needs a gym membership when you can jog through obstacle courses with your spouse strapped to your back? So kick back, relax, and get ready to be entertained by the...

It's an AHC takeover! On this week's rowdy, irreverent, NSFW installment of After Midnight, all three guys from the AHC podcast join Shane and Duncan to come up with a definitive list of the top five biggest jerks in fiction. From Mr. Burns to Freddy Krueger to Zach Morris, which epic a**holes will make the list?    Thanks to Randy, Buddy, and Mikey for providing this week's hijinks; you can check the AHC podcast here: https://www.ahcpodcast.com/   What's in your top 5? Tell us in the...

Welcome, insomniacs, to a captivating late-night rendezvous with the fascinating world of deviant subcultures. Grab your oversized plushie, dust off your fedora, slip into your favorite anime cosplay, or don your tracksuit—it's time to celebrate the extraordinary diversity of our world, one subculture at a time. Join the MFFI community and vote on episode topics via DISCORD ~ In this episode:   Furries Bronies Pervy Otaku Gopniks ~ Join the Midnight Masses! Become an Insomniac by dropping a...

Cruise. Sheen. Bynes. Gibson. Celebrity freakouts are as American as apple pie and Lithium, but only five star-studded meltdowns can make the list.     What's in your top 5? Tell us in the Discord... ~ Access the entire back catalog of After Midnights, plus bonus episodes and video livestreams over at the brand new MFFI Patreon:    PATREON   ~ Join the Midnight Masses! Become an Insomniac by dropping a review, adding us on social media, and contacting us with episode ideas.  And we now...