Episodes
We welcome John Bolds from the "Open Pike Night" podcast to discuss the Leonardo DiCaprio vehicle, "Critters 3". These Critters sure are huge and Charlie gets a solid arch - but what happened in between Part 2 and 3?
Published 11/02/24
Published 11/02/24
Bonus Episode! We talk about the Darkhorse Comics release, "Loving, OH" with writer Matt Erman! He talks about working with artist Sam Beck, growing up in Ohio, his cult upbringing which is the inspiration for the book, and how it all ties in with “It Follows!”https://www.darkhorse.com/Books/3009-202/Loving-Ohio-TPB
Published 10/31/24
We are joined once again by Michael Holloway to discuss the horror movies (non franchise) that we have been watching for the Halloween season!• In a Voilent Nature• The Tingler• The Substance• Terrifier 3• The Spider Labyrinth• Hush• Oddity• Abigail • Misery• Don’t Look Now• Dr. Giggles• Pieces• Blood Lake• Cyclops• Rabid• Night Screams• Graduation Day• Frankenstein• I Saw the TV Glow • Angst • Night of the Creeps• The Alien Factor
Published 10/26/24
Our favorite little rascals are back and have certainly upped the ante in the realm of Rasclin'. More comedy this time around, more cartoon-ish, and a bit of a lighter tone. This should be in your regular Easter Horror movie rotation each year. Also thanks to Variety for our little blurb in Best of October:https://variety.com/lists/horror-movies-to-watch-october-2024/And make sure to see "Terrifier 3" in theaters and see the work of friend of the show, Jolene Marie in the wardrobe depart...
Published 10/19/24
We dive into a new franchise with "Critters"! Little tiny creatures from outer space, rasclin' around a small farm in Kansas. But wait, there area also intergalactic bounty hunters and Neelix!
Published 10/05/24
It's been a long hot summer. We conclude our series on TCM by wrapping up the whole franchise. Favorite Kill? Favorite final girl? Favorite Leatherface?
Published 09/28/24
Rounding out this franchise with the straight to Netflix, 9th film in the franchise. Sally returns to help out some gentrifying teens in a small Texas town. We find a few positives, but this is a rough one.
Published 09/21/24
We can't make heads nor tails of the continuity and references in this one and it turns into a pretty wild and wholly conversation about (another) origin of Leatherface.
Published 09/07/24
Special Guest Rob Campbell, the Titan of 3D Entertainment, returns to discuss this 3D sequel. Let's all appreciate for a moment that Rob went out and bought a used 3D home television with glasses AND- a 3D DVD to bring you his analysis. https://www.shirtnerdery.com/
Published 08/25/24
Let's travel back to the beginning of this particular timeline with a really mean and nasty origin story for Leatherface and the family. Tommy gets a Saw!
Published 08/10/24
We are joined by Kelly Woessner to discuss this 2003 remake! How does anyone capture the magic of the original? Well... they don't- they do their own thing, for better or for worse. Do you like this kind of Polished Grit? Did you see this before the original?
Published 07/27/24
On this episode, we discuss...! Well, the next one. The Next Generation. But this time, with Dan McCoy of The Flop House Podcast! This is the one with Matthew McConaughey and Renee Zellweger and boy oh boy do we go off the rails!Check out Dan's show, The Flop House, below!https://www.flophousepodcast.com/
Published 07/14/24
We are firmly into franchise territory as we see the first New Line Chainsaw film. Gone is the darkness of the first and the odd comedy of the second and now we're with a new family in the woods. Can Viggo save this one? Jeff Burr does what he can.
Published 06/29/24
We are joined by special guest, Michael Holloway! We discuss his new album, "Night Shifting" as well as ... chili recipes. You want Itallo Funk Disco Horror? You should honestly check out this album. https://hauntedhospital.bandcamp.com/album/night-shifting
Published 06/16/24
Let's dive into what could be the greatest horror film of all time. Any first time watchers out there?
Published 06/01/24
We conclude our series on Maniac Cop! With just three, how did it change? Atkins vs Davi? Who would be the right fit for a reboot? Which was your favorite?
Published 05/25/24
Our friend who joined us for Silent Night, Deadly Night 5 makes good on his request to come back for Maniac Cop 3! It's not nearly as bad as people think.
Published 05/18/24
Cordell returns with bigger action, bigger set pieces and more kills! What do you think of him hanging out with another killer? Do you like the bigger version of it all? Would you like to have a Cop-E-Cat?And please do click through to hear Jay Chattaway's "Maniac Cop" rap.
Published 05/04/24
We discuss William Lustig's 1988 film, "Maniac Cop" with guests Patton Oswalt and Jordan Blum! We also talk about their latest comic series from Dark Horse Comics, "Minor Threats". What grindhouse filmmaker would best adapt this comic? What is it like working in an already established franchise vs creator owned comics? And why is Tom Atkins the sexiest man alive?Pick up your Minor Threats books at Dark Horse Comics!Movies DiscussedThe Honeymoon Killers (1970)The Lineup (1958)The Warriors (197...
Published 04/20/24
Is the legacy of Basket Case more wacky than grimy? Favorite kill? Where to go from here? Stay tuned here to find out which franchise we tackle next!
Published 04/13/24
Can we get goofier than part 2? Yes. Yes, I think we can. 
Published 04/06/24
John's co-host of "John and Alexx Hate Stuff", Alexx Bollen joins us to discuss "Basket Case 2". You gotta admire Hennelotter for just going Silly for the sequel.  Alexx's writing Dead When I Found Her
Published 03/23/24
We go from classy to grimey in Frank Henenlotter's "Basket Case". We love this one in all of its early 80s grindhouse New York glory. Who doesn't love that little guy, Belial. Well, ok... I understand if not. 
Published 03/09/24
We wrap up the Omen franchise! Best Damien, Order we'd watch again and of course, revealing that Kill Count for all five movies. So now... what's next?
Published 03/02/24