Fan2Fan Podcast

We're talking retro movie theater programming on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete chat with Jim Carl, Senior Director of Programming at the Carolina Theatre in Durham, NC. Jim shares his passion for movies and his work curating the theater's Retro Film Series, a beloved celebration of cult classics, blockbusters, and hidden gems. From his early days collecting movie ads to his...

We're exploring the dark world of video nasties on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete dig into the controversial era of banned and censored horror films that shocked audiences and outraged politicians in the UK during the 1980s. They review the 2010 documentary Video Nasties: Moral Panic, Censorship & Videotape that chronicles how films like Cannibal Holocaust , The Evil Dead , a...

We're diving deep into sharksploitation on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete discuss the fascinating world of killer shark movies and the lasting impact of Steven Spielberg's Jaws (1975). They review the 2023 documentary Sharksploitation that traces how Jaws sparked a tidal wave of aquatic terror on big and small screens. From classics like Piranha and Orca to wild rip-offs like...

We're talking Champagne and Bullets in this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete are joined by #StrangerFriends Allen and Jon to discuss the 1993 action cult classic also known as Road to Revenge and GetEven. They cover this unforgettable slice of B-movie madness from director John De Hart, the cast, music, and everything inbetween! For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit  https:...

We're talking more Tremors and creature features in this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete are joined by Levi Dylan Burzlaff-Luett, host of the Tremors Saga Podcast and one of the creators of Tremors Fest . We discuss Levi's love for the Tremors movies, his fan films, running a convention, and more. Levi also shares some of his favorite creature features including Splinter, Deep Risi...

We're talking Tremors in this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete are joined by Joshua Pruett and Scott Peterson to discuss this 1990 horror comedy monster movie. They go over the film's casting, special effects, Graboid monsters, themes, sequels, and more. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit  https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

We're continue talking slasher horror movies on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete continue their conversation with Daniel Richardson of CreatorVC to discuss  Slasher Trash , an upcoming documentary that dives into the wild world of obscure, weird, and wonderful slasher films. From blood-soaked campgrounds to forgotten video store gems, they cover some early slashers and what mak...

We're talking slasher horror movies on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete are joined by Daniel Richardson of CreatorVC to discuss Slasher Trash , an upcoming documentary that dives into the wild world of obscure, weird, and wonderful slasher films. From blood-soaked campgrounds to forgotten video store gems, they explore what makes the slasher genre so enduring. Daniel shares beh...

We're still talking movie locations on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete continue their cinematic road trip through some iconic filming locations in movie history. From the lighthouse in John Carpenter's The Fog to the eerie Amityville house, they share the places they'd love to check out...or have already visited! They dive into hotspots like the Dawn of the Dead mall and the E...

We're talking movie locations on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete take a cinematic road trip through some iconic filming locations in movie history. From the lighthouse in John Carpenter's The Fog to the eerie Amityville house, they share the places they'd love to check out...or have already visited! They dive into hotspots like the Dawn of the Dead mall and the Exorcist steps,...

We're still talking about American Scary and horror hosts on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie, Pete, and Jon continue discussing the 2006 documentary American Scary that celebrates the rich legacy of television horror hosts. From the wit of Elvira to the pun-filled antics of Svengoolie, they explore how these late-night legends bring laughs, chills, and a love of classic horror to gener...

We're talking about American Scary and horror hosts on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie, Pete, and Jon shine a spooky spotlight on the 2006 documentary American Scary that celebrates the rich legacy of television horror hosts. From the macabre wit of Elvira to the pun-filled antics of Svengoolie, they explore how these late-night legends bring laughs, chills, and a love of classic horro...

We're talking mad science and 25 years (and counting) of horror hosting on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete continue their conversation with Dr. Gangrene (Larry Underwood), celebrating over two decades of horror hosting in Nashville and beyond. We dive into the Physician of Fright's early career, his horror hosting evolution, his recent induction into the Rondo Award Hall of Fa...

We're talking mad science and 25 years (and counting) of horror hosting on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Dr. Gangrene (Larry Underwood) joins Bernie and Pete to celebrate over two decades of horror hosting in Nashville and beyond. The Physician of Fright has been thrilling horror and sci-fi fans with his ghoulish charm and love for all things creepy. We dive into Dr. Gangrene's origins as a...

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, hosts Bernie and Pete talk to Emmy-winning TV writer and New York Times bestselling author Joshua Pruett, the writer of the 2024 fantasy horror film Witch Hunter, starring horror icon Doug Bradley (Hellraiser). Josh shares insights into his creative process, discusses the thrill and pressure of tight deadlines, and takes us behind the scenes of his on-set vi...

Charles Pinion (American Mummy, Twisted Issues, We Await) joins Bernie and Pete to continue their conversation about filmmaking, 3D horror, and creativity! Charles is the director of 2014's American Mummy aka Aztec Blood about a group of university students in the New Mexico desert that unearth an ancient mummy, on which one of the students performs a secret, primeval blood ritual. We explore Char...

Charles Pinion (American Mummy, Twisted Issues, We Await) joins Bernie and Pete to talk all things filmmaking, 3D horror, and creativity! Charles is the director of 2014's American Mummy aka Aztec Blood about a group of university students in the New Mexico desert that unearth an ancient mummy, on which one of the students performs a secret, primeval blood ritual. Charles shares behind-the-scenes...

We're talking Gyro and the Argonauts on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Joshua Pruett (Phineas and Ferb, MST3K, The Last Comics on Earth) joins Bernie and Pete to talk about his latest book! Josh is the writer of Gyro and the Argonauts - "the totally (mostly) true story of the first "Greek Geek," a super fanboy vineyard grape-squisher named Gyro (like the sandwich), who learns there's so much...

Michele Brittany (HP Lovecast Podcast) joins Bernie and Pete to discuss Nosferatu (2024). They dive into Robert Eggers' new vision of the legendary vampire story, exploring the film's modern horror elements and connections to the 1922 classic. Their conversation also highlights standout performances, the film's gothic aesthetic, and its place within the evolving legacy of Nosferatu in cinema. For...

Michele Brittany (HP Lovecast Podcast) joins Bernie and Pete to discuss Nosferatu the Vampyre (1979). They explore Werner Herzog's atmospheric and reimagining of the classic vampire tale and examine the film's themes, haunting visuals, operatic score, and its tribute to F. W. Murnau's 1922 original. Their conversation also reviews Klaus Kinski's unique portrayal of Count Dracula and the film's pla...

Michele Brittany (HP Lovecast Podcast) joins Bernie and Pete to discuss Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror . They explore F. W. Murnau's 1922 classic and review its haunting themes, lasting legacy, legal battles, and more. Their conversation also highlights Max Schreck's unforgettable portrayal of Count Orlok and the world of lost silent films. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit  https://...

We're talking about the Superman: The Motion Picture on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Peter talk about the 1978 Superman: The Motion Picture. They cover the film's production, music, opening credits, legacy, and more. They also cover casting, highlighting Christopher Reeves' memorable performance as Clark Kent and the Man of Steel. Bernie and Pete also examine Superman's impact o...

We're talking about the Superman on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Peter talk about the Man of Steel on TV, in animation, and film adaptations. They cover the 1950s Adventures of Superman starring George Reeves, the Fleischer Superman cartoons, Super Friends, and more. Bernie and Pete also examine Superman's impact and legacy in pop culture. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast...

We're talking about the Fanastic Four on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Peter continue their discussion on 1994's unreleased Fantastic Four movie. They talk about the movie's crew, the behind the scenes Doomed! documentary, the movie's legacy, and more. Bernie and Pete also examine why the Fantastic Four haven't been as successful as other Marvel movies and how the super hero team...

We're talking about the Fanastic Four on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Peter discuss 1994's unreleased Fantastic Four movie. They discuss the movie's infamous history, the career of legendary producer Roger Corman, Fantastic Four's casting, and more. Bernie and Pete also talk about the legality of bootlegs and the complexity of movie rights. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcas...