This week we're taking a look at Strawberry Switchblade, a very short-lived but fascinating synth-pop, post-punk duo from Scotland. We'll discuss their landmark debut album, fashion and lasting legacy. So put some ribbons in your hair as we dan

Episode 125: Repo Man (1984)

Aug 3rd, 2021 1h 1m

This week hop in a stolen car, crank some punk music and watch out for aliens! We're discussing the 1984 cult classic Repo Man.Theme song by E.K. WimmerFollow us on Instagram @lasergraveswww.lasergraves.comwww.patreon.com/lasergraves

Episode 170: Time Travel - Tank Girl (1995)

Jan 23rd, 2024 47m 16s

Hold onto your helmets because this week we're jumping into the Time Machine and heading into the past to discuss the future world of Tank Girl!Follow us on Instagram @lasergraveswww.lasergraves.comTheme music by E.K. Wimmer

Episode 169: Unsolved Mysteries

Jan 9th, 2024 45m 49s

This week we dodge murderers, duck from aliens and hide from ghosts as we learn about skeet shooting, old people and one of the greatest tv shows ever, Unsolved Mysteries!Follow us on Instagram @lasergraveswww.lasergraves.comTheme music by

Episode 168: A Smokey Mountain Christmas (1986)

Dec 25th, 2023 54m 53s

Happy holidays everyone! We hope you enjoy big hair and hillbilly witches as much as you enjoy Christmas because there is a lot of both in this week's episode. Follow us on Instagram @lasergraveswww.lasergraves.comTheme music by E.K. Wimme

Episode 167: Laser Graves Just Want to Have Fun: The Story of Cyndi Lauper

Dec 19th, 2023 1h

Grab your hair dye and the nearest WWF superstar because we're hitting the high notes on this overview of the career of pop icon Cyndi Lauper!www.lasergraves.comFollow us on Instagram @lasergravesTheme music by E.K. Wimmer

Episode 166: Re-Animator (1985)

Nov 28th, 2023 50m 4s

Grab your neon green goo and a severed head because this week we're discussing the classic splatter fest Re-Animator! Follow us on Instagram @lasergraveswww.lasergraves.comTheme music by E.K. Wimmer

Episode 165: Time Travel - Switchblade Sisters (1975)

Nov 15th, 2023 39m 33s

Hey everyone we dusted off the Time Machine! So grab your eye patch and pocket knife because we're hitting the streets of 1975 as we look back at Switchblade Sisters! www.lasergraves.comFollow us on Instagram @lasergravesTheme music by E.K

Episode 164: Urban Legends Spooktacular - The Sequel

Oct 31st, 2023 1h 1m

Happy Halloween everyone! We are bringing back another annual episode of our Urban Legends Spooktacular. Enjoy!www.lasergraves.comFollow us on Instagram @lasergravesTheme music by E.K. Wimmer

Episode 163: Waxwork (1988)

Oct 24th, 2023 52m 46s

Join us this week as we take a trip into a spooky wax museum with werewolves, vampires and mummies. Oh, also there are lots of old people who like to battle the forces of evil so it's a real party.Follow us on Instagram @lasergraveswww.lase

Episode 162: Gold Chains and Wrestling Rings: The Story of Mr. T

Jul 4th, 2023 44m 19s

Join us this week as we discuss an icon of the 80s, the one and only Mr. T! We pity the fool who doesn't listen to this episode.Follow us on Instagram @lasergraveswww.lasergraves.comTheme music by E.K. Wimmer

Episode 161: Summer School (1987)

Jun 20th, 2023 41m 39s

Grab your pencils and take some notes because this week we're hanging out in Summer School. Theme music by E.K. WimmerFollow us on Instagram @lasregraveswww.lasergraves.com

Episode 160: Depeche Mode - Part 2: Podcasting For the Masses (1985 - Present)

May 23rd, 2023 1h 14m

We're back for the second installment of our series on Depeche Mode and it's quite a ride. International success, drug addictions, line-up changes and an endless supply of amazing albums. Theme music by E.K. WimmerFollow us on Instagram @la

Episode 159: Depeche Mode - Part 1: We Just Can’t Get Enough (1980-1984)

May 9th, 2023 1h 7m

Join us as we tackle our very first two-part episode! This week we start a mini series on one of our favorite bands Depeche Mode. From their formation to finding their sound, we cover the early years of one of the most influential electronic ba

Episode 158: The Lost Empire (1984)

Apr 25th, 2023 43m 33s

This week we discuss Jim Wynorski's debut feature film which includes, but is not limited to; ninjas, demons, babes, a gorilla, robot spiders and more. Theme song by E.K. WimmerFollow us on Instagram @lasergraveswww.lasergraves.com

Episode 157: Phantom of the Mall: Eric’s Revenge (1989)

Apr 11th, 2023 56m 3s

This week we're heading to the mall where, instead of clothes and food, a few teens find death, destruction and a cobra. PS megastar Pauly Shore is in it too.Theme music by E.K. Wimmerwww.lasergraves.comFollow us on Instagram @lasergraves

Episode 156: Just Say No! Nancy Reagan’s War on Drugs

Mar 28th, 2023 1h

This week we discuss a legendary campaign that convinced generations of Americans to just say no to drugs and everything will be rainbows and unicorns... at least in theory.Theme song by EK Wimmerwww.lasergraves.comFollow us on IG @lasergr

Episode 155: House II - The Second Story (1987)

Mar 14th, 2023 48m 16s

The time has finally arrived. Laser Graves is grabbing a rad crystal skull and heading to the old west, wait no... the prehistoric era? umm... maybe Aztec times? Doesn't matter. We're talking about one of the greatest movies ever made, House II

Episode 154: Time Travel - Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation (1994)

Feb 28th, 2023 37m

Alright, alright, alright! This week we hop in the time machine and head back to the 1990s to see what was happening in Texas. Turns out lots of killing from one of America's favorite families. Theme song by E.K. WimmerFollow us on Instagra

Episode 153: Rapture - Debbie Harry in the 1980s

Feb 14th, 2023 59m 35s

Bleach your hair and learn how to rap, this episode we're discussing rock star and fashion icon Debbie Harry in the 1980s. We'll take a look at her solo music, acting career and life after Blondie. Theme song by E.K. WimmerFollow us on Inst

Episode 152: Night of the Creeps (1986)

Jan 31st, 2023 58m 40s

We're back from our mini vacation and we're ready to thrill you with an all new episode. We're talking zombies, aliens, flame throwers and Tom Atkins... it's Night of the Creeps! Theme music by E.K. WimmerFollow us on Instagram @lasergraves

Episode 151: Blood Tracks (1985)

Dec 20th, 2022 1h 7m

Join us this week as we take a train to the snow-packed mountains of Sweden and discuss mutants with cheese faces, a drunk hair metal band and non-stop avalanches. Happy Holiday's everyone!Theme song by E.K. Wimmerwww.lasergraves.comFollow

Bonus Episode: Film Composer Angelo Badalamenti (1937-2022)

Dec 13th, 2022 23m 6s

Legendary film composer and long-time David Lynch collaborator Angelo Badalamenti passed away today at the age of 85. In honor of his incredible contribution to film and television please enjoy a special episode which originally aired on The Ch

Episode 150: Robot Holocaust (1987)

Dec 6th, 2022 1h 5m

This episode goes out to all the Air Slaves and Free Bots out there. Hop in the Pleasure Chamber and feel the groovy vibes of this post-apocalyptic classic, Robot Holocaust! Theme music by E.K. Wimmerwww.lasergraves.comInstagram @lasergrav

Episode 149: Home Sweet Home (1981)

Nov 22nd, 2022 1h 1m

I hope you like cheese with your Thanksgiving meal because this week we're offering up a whole plate of it. Join us as we take a look at this bonkers holiday slasher that has big muscles, lots of PCP and even a rock and roll mime!Theme song