Adam's Corner

In this solo episode I reflect on some of the more memorable-and not so memorable-Made for TV horror films that I witnessed firsthand in the 1970s and 80s.

In this solo episode I reflect on my first impressions of horror franchises upon seeing them during their original releases in the decade of the 1980s.

Nat Segaloff returns to chat about his latest book, The Secret Hitchcock. You can purchase Nat's book here... https://www.kentuckypress.com/9781985904705/the-secret-hitchcock/

This week I fly solo and discuss the physical media releases of the month of September 2026.

Returning guest, author and film historian, Ray Morton, stops by to chat about the production of Star Trek IV as it celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. You can purchase Ray's updated edition of his book on King Kong here https://raymorton.com/books/king-kong-the-history-of-a-movie-icon-revised-and-updated-edition/

Film and television historian, Rob Ray, stops by to chat about the history of the classic sitcom, I Love Lucy, on the occasion of its 75th anniversary.

Actor Derrel Maury, who had the lead role of David in the 1976 film, Massacre at Central High, stops by to chat about the film and its production on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.

Film blogger and critic, Paige Schector (Sibling Cinema), returns again to Adam's Corner as we discuss the physical media releases of the month of August 2026.

Soundtrack producer, film preservationist and historian, Mike Matessino, returns to the show to discuss several projects of which he was a part. Topics include the Director's Edition of Star Trek: The Motion Picture, coming to theaters in time for Labor Day weekend 2026, and the upcoming 8 CD set release of Stu Phillips's score for Battlestar Galactica. You can read more about Mike and his work he...

Author and Critic, Mark Dawidziak, stops by to chat about the updated third edition of his book on the short lived series, Kolchak: The Night Stalker and the two films that preceded it. Mark's wonderful book, The Kolchak Companion, can be purchased here https://www.markdawidziak.com/the-kolchak-companion/

This week I fly solo and discuss the decline of the art of the film score in modern film. Correction: I make reference to the score for Phantom Menace. That title is actually supposed to be Phantom Thread.

I fly solo this week and discuss the state of affairs in movie theaters during the summer of 2026.

This week I fly solo and discuss the physical media releases of the month of July 2026.

In this encore episode, Matt Singer, the author of a terrific book on the Siskel and Ebert television show, Opposable Thumbs, stops by the corner to chat about the show's history and its enduring legacy. Matt's terrific book can be found here https://www.matt-singer.net/

Film writer Will McKinley stops by to chat about the acclaimed TV movie, Griffin and Phoenix, on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. Originally broadcast on ABC on February 27, 1976, the Emmy nominated film stars Jill Clayburgh and Peter Falk as two terminally ill people who fall in love, unaware of each other's circumstances.

Andy Cahan, author of The Most Famous Musician You've Never Heard Of, stops by to chat about his six plus decades in the music business. In his career, Andy has played along with the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Seals and Crofts, The Turtles, Dr. John, Ringo Starr, Harry Nilsson, Little Richard and Chuck Berry, to name just a few. You can purchase the book directly from Andy here andycahan@gmail.com or...

In this encore episode, makeup effects maestro, Rob Burman, stops by Adam's Corner to chat about the many films on which he has worked. Both with his father, Tom Burman, and as a solo talent. In this freewheeling conversation many films are discussed. Rob's work on John Carpenter's The Thing, Ghostbusters, The Goonies, Prophecy (1979), Cat People (1982) and The Beast Within are just a few of the t...

Film blogger and critic, Paige Schector (Sibling Cinema), returns again to Adam's Corner as we discuss the physical media releases of the month of June 2026.

Returning guest, author and film historian, Ray Morton, stops by to chat about the production of Silver Streak as it celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. You can purchase Ray's updated edition of his book on King Kong here https://raymorton.com/books/king-kong-the-history-of-a-movie-icon-revised-and-updated-edition/

Director, Producer, author and Editor, Justin Beahm, returns to share some behind the scenes stories of producing bonus content for the 2021 Shout/Scream Factory special edition release of King Kong (1976).

Film and television historian, Rob Ray, stops by to chat about the art of the movie poster from its inception till today.

In this encore episode from 2024, Barry Scott, host of the long running nationally syndicated radio show, The Lost 45s, stops by for a wide ranging conversation. Topics discussed include the origins of the show and its 43 year history, the over 1000 artist interviews in the show's database and the state of radio in 2024. You can subscribe to Barry's excellent show here https://lost45.com/

Film blogger and critic, Paige Schector (Sibling Cinema), returns again to Adam's Corner as we discuss the physical media releases of the month of May 2026.

Kathy Garver, who portrayed the teenaged daughter, Cissy, on the fondly remembered CBS sitcom, Family Affair, stops by to share some behind the stories in conjunction with the show's 60th anniversary.

Laurie Kaye, author of My Life as a Rock and Roll Name Dropper-My Life Leading up to John Lennon's Last Interview, stops by to chat about her book. She also talks about the influence that music and meeting her musical heroes has had in her life. You can purchase the book here https://www.confessionsofarocknrollnamedropper.com/