Blind Buys

“I’ve met a lot of hard-boiled eggs, but you? You’re twenty minutes.” It’s officially Noirvember, so Josh and Jesse are getting into the spirit by watching Billy Wilder’s Ace in the Hole. They discuss how the movie does and doesn’t align with the noir genre, its spot-on satirization of media, and how it influenced one of the most talked-about movies of this year, Primetime. Plus, they react to the...

The house… it doesn’t want people. Dale_a from Bat & Spider joins us for a very special surprise Halloween episode, where we discuss his blind buy pick, The Changeling! Before diving into this fantastically spooky haunted house thriller, Dale tells us about his physical media collection, what labels he’s watching, and some upcoming releases he’s excited about.  NEXT WEEK: We return to our regu...

Are we getting THROUGH TO YOU?? This week, Josh and Jesse take a bite out of the 1988 dark comedy classic, Vampire’s Kiss. They break down Nicolas Cage’s iconic performance, analyze the movie’s playful subversion of vampire tropes, and discuss its juxtaposition of broad comedy and horrific violence. At the top of the horror, they share what they’ve been watching for spooky season, and Jesse gives...

The time of reckoning is upon us all! This week, Josh and Jesse discuss Maurice Devereaux’s 2007 horror-thriller film, End of the Line. Plus, they share their thoughts on Tom Cruise’s latest film, Digger, as well as the upcoming International Independent Video Store Day . And the new releases never stop, as they highlight some intriguing announcements from Severin, Flicker Alley, and more! Want to...

It’s an episode filled with communications lasers, smoking gorillas, pro wrestlers, and chicken guys as Josh and Jesse are joined by Kev and Anna Ghoul, co-hosts of Laurie Strode Trap House ! At the top of the show Kev and Anna talk about their history of collecting physical media and what could cause them to blind buy a title. Then, we get into their two picks: Congo and Masked Mutilator . Plus,...

Don’t stop smiling! Josh and Jesse are back to discuss the hilarious Smile, a no-holds-barred satire of beauty pageant traditions and all-American values. Plus, they talk new releases from Eureka Entertainment, Utopia, Warner Archive, and more! NEXT TIME: Kev and Anna Ghoul, co-hosts of Laurie Strode Trap House , are joining the show for a special double-feature episode. You won’t want to miss it!...

Never shame the hero’s sword. We’re doing things a little differently this time around. The first half of this episode is dedicated to remembering the lives and legacies of Dolly Parton and Tim Curry, who passed away this week. Josh and Jesse share their favorite movie moments from these two icons and reflect on the formative experiences that made them lifelong fans. Then, back to regularly schedu...

Favors on the street are never repaid in one lifetime. This week, Josh and Jesse fall head over heels for Jesse’s pick, the neon-washed Hong Kong action-drama, A Moment of Romance. They discuss the film’s unique blend of genres, striking imagery, and incredible denim outfits before reacting to the film’s ending and exploring its place in Hong Kong cinema history. Plus, before the Feature Presentat...

Money is the real drug! This week, Josh and Jesse discuss Josh’s pick, The Wolf of Wall Street! They dive deep into Jordan Belfort’s descent into a world of sex, drugs, and cash, and explore the wealth (pun intended) of character actors in the film. Before that, they share their thoughts about The Odyssey, plus upcoming releases from Umbrella, Criterion, and more! Want to ask us a question or send...

“The mark of Satan is upon them!” This week, Josh and Jesse discuss Jesse’s blind buy pick, Witchfinder General! They debate whether it is actually a folk horror film, share what they liked and disliked, and discuss what familiars they would choose if they were witches. Before the Feature Presentation, they chat about recent watches plus upcoming releases from Warner Archive, Radiance, and more! W...

"No flesh shall be spared.” This week, Josh and Jesse are joined by Violet from Tomb of Treasure in Seattle to discuss her pick, the punk rock action-horror flick Hardware. Before the feature presentation, Violet shares her insights into what it takes to run a video store, and the community she is building around the love of physical media. Plus, they chat about upcoming releases from Arrow Video,...

It's happening, and we're here to talk about it. The Complete Kubrick from Criterion ! Want to ask us a question or send us your comments to be read on air? Email us at blindbuyspod@gmail.com ! Follow Josh and Jesse on Letterboxd!

Go, Speed Racer, Go!! This week, Josh and Jesse feast their eyes on the Wachowskis’ car-fu extravaganza, Speed Racer! They break down the movie’s visual style, lovable characters, and interesting story choices before diving into the bonus features on the new 4K disc. Before the feature presentation, they discuss their most recent watches, offer some thoughts on Disclosure Day, and chat about upcom...

“When a man meets a man, you never know which one will die. But when an animal meets a man, it's always the animal that dies. I'm on the animals' side.” This week, it’s all about Lucio Fulci and his sword-and-sorcery epic, Conquest. Before diving into the movie, Jesse and Josh talk about how Obsession fever is sweeping the nation, share their thoughts and feelings on The Mandalorian and Grogu, and...

“Desperately Seeking Susan. Keep the faith. Tuesday, 10 AM. Battery Park, Gangway 1. Love, Jim" This week, we’re living vicariously through the want ads while discussing Josh’s blind buy pick, Desperately Seeking Susan! We discuss our thoughts on the movie’s screwball antics, unpack Madonna’s acting career, and have some laughs courtesy of the movie’s most hilarious moments. At the top of the hour...

In the latest episode, Josh and Jesse dive into a film from one of the most iconic female filmmakers in cinema history: Agnes Varda’s One Sings, The Other Doesn’t. They discuss their thoughts on the movie’s structure, themes of female friendship and support, and captivating music sequences. At the top of the hour, Josh and Jesse catch up on what they’ve each been watching in the extended time sinc...

It’s time to enter a new world of metal! In the latest episode, Josh and Jesse tackle a pair of nightmarish punk-metal body horror films in Shinya Tsukamoto’s Tetsuo: The Iron Man and Tetsuo II: Body Hammer! They discuss the themes and ideas shared by both films and dive deep into their thoughts on the movies’ craft and inventiveness. At the top of the hour, Josh and Jesse talk about what they’ve...

We came to Germany looking for a negative and ended up falling for one! It’s our first time ever having a guest! Philip from The Substance podcast joins us to talk the underseen Samuel Fuller film Dead Pigeon on Beethoven Street. We discuss the movie’s history, the different versions we watched, our favorite moments and dialogue, and how the movie fits into Fuller’s filmography. At the top of the...

This time, we’re gonna juggle the books our way! Josh and Jesse enter a grimy, sleazy NYC on the hunt for a kidnapper in Jesse’s pick, Night of the Juggler! They discuss the wealth of character actor performances in the movie, talk through the insane set pieces, and debate whether the title actually makes sense. At the top of the house, Josh and Jesse discuss catching up on Oscar nominees and rece...

That cat is dangerous! Josh and Jesse encounter a cat-like alien and a rubbery mushroom monster in Josh’s pick for this episode, The Cat! They discuss the film’s fantastic special effects, break down the fearless action sequences, and laugh along at the movie’s craziest swings. At the top of the hour, Jesse and Josh talk about Jesse’s visit to Vinegar Syndrome’s brick-and-mortar shop in Pittsburgh...

Time to ease on down the road! On this episode of Blind Buys, Jesse and Josh find themselves in the Emerald City in search of Sidney Lumet’s spectacular Motown musical, The Wiz. They discuss Josh’s “Oz fatigue”, do a deep dive into the cast members’ careers in the 1970s, and revel in the joy and the craft of the big production numbers. Plus, Jesse talks catching The Testament of Ann Lee in theater...

Don’t turn away from love! This week on Blind Buys, Josh and Jesse enter a Lynchian dreamscape to discuss Josh’ pick: Wild at Heart. Before the main conversation, they chat about major life changes, what they’ve been watching, Vinegar Syndrome’s February release slate, and the news of Catherine O’Hara’s passing. And at the bottom of the hour, they hit the road with Sailor and Lula, giving their re...

Nothing matters but the music! Josh and Jesse are back to discuss Jesse’s pick: Powell and Pressburger’s The Red Shoes! At the top of the hour, they chat about what they’ve been watching, Tubi troubles, and Criterion’s April slate of releases. From there, they go backstage at the Ballet Lermontov to talk about all the sights, sounds, and magic of The Red Shoes, before digging into the special feat...

Welcome to the introductory episode of Blind Buys, the show where avid physical media collectors Josh and Jesse discuss movies they've bought sight unseen. In this intro episode, we share our journey into collecting physical media, the current state of our collections, our favorite physical media labels, and what we're looking forward to this year in collecting, before announcing the movie we'll b...

It’s all happening! On the first official episode of Blind Buys, Josh and Jesse discuss Josh’s pick—Almost Famous! They dive deep into their love for the movie, their favorite casting choices, and the cool special features included on the 4K release. Before the main discussion, they get into their favorite end-of-year watches and talk about the latest physical media news. And to wrap it all up, Je...