This week, the guys continue Verhoeven month with the director's controversial satire STARSHIP TROOPERS. Along with special guest Mark Olszewski of the band NMA, the guys discuss topics like fascism, people who like fascism, people who don't un

Episode 190: Total Recall (1990)

14 days ago 1h 36m

Get yo ass tah mahs! Paul Verhoeven tribute month continues with TOTAL RECALL, the glorious action/sci-fi hybrid from 1990. The guys discuss the films enduring legacy on pop culture, satire and, of course, Arnold and his career. Kuato lives!

Episode 189: Hollow Man(2000)

20 days ago 1h 13m

This week, the guys begin a month-long rundown of the genre work of director Paul Verhoeven beginning with his 2000 misfire HOLLOW MAN. The guys talk invisible men, the top tier cast, and (regrettably) Kevin's lil Bacon.

Episode 188- Alien:Covenant(2017)

27 days ago 1h 41m

Xeno-March wraps up with the last (until later this year, anyway) "Alien" entry. We compare and contrast the film with "Prometheus," talk Daniels vs Shaw, and once again praise the efforts of Michael Fassbender to carry this thing along on his

Episode 187: Prometheus (2012)

Mar 25th, 2024 1h 33m

Journey with the guys through a muddy story filled with jarringly stupid people and stunningly beautiful imagery! Marvel at the incredible performance of Michael Fassbender! Witness our praise for Doctor Shaw! Wonder what the hell is actually g

Episode 186: Alien Resurrection (1997)

Mar 21st, 2024 1h 23m

Xeno-March continues with the oddball franchise entry ALIEN:RESURRECTION! The guys talk rich characters, disconnects between top flight creatives, and abominations against all things good and pure in the world! If you know, you know!

Episode 185: Alien 3 (1992)

Mar 15th, 2024 1h 29m

Xeno-March continues with the occasionally baffling slow-burn that is Alien 3. The guys discuss setting, story, the theatrical cut vs the "Assembly" cut, and the most iconic shot in the history of the Alien franchise.

Episode 184: Aliens (1986)

Mar 7th, 2024 1h 25m

"Xeno-March" begins with our run-through of the "Alien" franchise (sans the original, we did a while back), starting with "Aliens," James Cameron's effects-filled, action-packed epic!

Episode 183: Thirst (2009)

Mar 1st, 2024 1h 20m

This week, the guys wrap up "Vampire Month Returns" with THIRST, the 2009 Korean Vampire horror-comedy. Along with special guest Violet Burns, we break down the films comedy elements, gender roles, kink and sexuality, and more!

Episode 182: Let The Right One In (2008)

Feb 25th, 2024 1h 17m

Rolling on with "Vampire Month Returns" with LET THE RIGHT ONE IN. With special guest Jamie Alvey, the guys discuss the film and try to break down the deep themes throughout...and Nathaniel has his entire view of the film turned upside down.

Episode 181: The Lost Boys(1987)

Feb 20th, 2024 1h 44m

Vampire Month Returns continues with LOST BOYS, which we were cutting but added it back in. With special guests Paul and Terry from STRANGE HIGHWAYS and Jenn Hartle of general greatness, we talk queer subtext, colliding tones and themes, and sw

Episode 180: Interview With The Vampire (1994)

Feb 15th, 2024 1h 27m

This week, the guys throw together a random episode on INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE for our vampire month (part 2), along with Sammeael's wife Jenn Hartle! We discuss adaptational changes, changing sympathies with characters and the nuances of th

Episode 179: The Hunger (1983)

Feb 9th, 2024 1h 35m

"Vampire Month Returns" begins with THE HUNGER, a unique movie to say the least. The guys attempt to unravel the film with conversations on the superb cast, confusing endings and the intersection between goth club culture and Vampire films.

A Memorial for our friend Steve

Feb 7th, 2024 1h 40m

This week, the guys are joined by some friends to say goodbye to our good friend Steve King, co-host of INVASION OF THE PODCAST, who passed away last week. It's mostly alcohol and feelings.

Episode 178: The Others (2001)

Jan 30th, 2024 1h 32m

Haunted Month wraps up with THE OTHERS, a lovely old dark house tale. Along with special guest Maggie, the guys discuss lighting, Nicole Kidman's wonderful performance, and the films bleak view of the afterlife.

Episode 177: The Changeling (1980)

Jan 22nd, 2024 1h 41m

Haunting Month continues with THE CHANGELING, one of the best haunted house movies out there. With special guest Scott Davis of Moviocrity, the guys break down the spooky film, discussing George C Scott, unique cinematography, and the moral and

Episode 176: HOUSE (1977)

Jan 18th, 2024 1h 48m

"Haunting Month" rolls on with HOUSE, the surreal Japanese haunted house film. With guests Paul Steadman (INVASION OF THE PODCAST), Mary Steadman, and Terry Witherspoon (STRANGE HIGHWAYS Podcast), the guys discuss absurdism, comedy and favorite

Episode 175: The Amityville Horror (1979)

Jan 9th, 2024 1h 13m

The guys begin a month of cinematic haunted houses with a piece of modern American folklore, the often uneven AMITYVILLE HORROR. Topics include hoaxes, financial ruin, and the lost art of scenery chewing. And flies. Lots of flies.

At The Devil's Ball New Years Spectacular: The Haunting of Bly Manor

Dec 30th, 2023 2h 6m

Once more, the guys celebrate New Years with a conversation on Mike Flanagan's THE HAUNTING OF BLY MANOR! Along with very special guests Jamie Alvey, Emily Fabrizio and Maggie S., conversation turns to themes of heartbreak, representation, baby

Episode 173: The Legend of Hell House (1973)

Dec 24th, 2023 1h 41m

Finishing off the Christmas season with underrated haunted house flick THE LEGEND OF HELL HOUSE! Topics include sexual repression, cat attacks, and the remarkable performance of Roddy McDowall. A very happy holidays to you and yours!

At The Devil's Ball Holiday Special: The He-Man and She-Ra Christmas Special

Dec 20th, 2023 1h 47m

Happy Holidays! The guys join forces with their pals from INVASION OF THE PODCAST and special guest Mary Steadman for a conversation on the HE-MAN AND SHE-RA CHRISTMAS SPECIAL, including iconic villain face turns, capitalist cynicism, and other

Episode 171: Violent Night (2022)

Dec 14th, 2023 1h 17m

This week, the guys tackle an *actual* Christmas movie with VIOLENT NIGHT, an interesting and enjoyable but definitely flawed holiday action film. Topics include wonky narrative choices, fun action sequences and how David Harbour is a fantastic

Episode 170: Chopping Mall (1986)

Dec 8th, 2023 1h 37m

The guys begin this holiday season with a sorta-not-really consumerism (the true spirit of the season?) film CHOPPING MALL. Topics include automation, earnestly meant schlock, and fun performances.

Episode 169: The Haunting (1999)

Dec 2nd, 2023 1h 26m

Remake month concludes (in December) with a look at 1999's THE HAUNTING, a challenging and occasionally baffling remake. Alongside special guests Jamie Alvey and Emily Fabrizio, the guys discuss casting and adaptational choices, set design and

Episode 168: House on Haunted Hill (1999)

Nov 28th, 2023 1h 46m

Remake month continues with another remake of a William Castle favorite, HOUSE ON HAUNTED HILL! The guys discuss the mixed performances, strong cinematography and weird story choices, and generally have a good time with this mixed bag of a film