2 Strange Men

Tom and Carl take a week to get a bit more personal and share their fears with each other. It soon reveals some strangeness. Next week Ravenous (1999).  Find us Everywhere Podcast Carl Muircroft Tom McGarity Music Seb Camm

... to listen to a podcast.  That's right, gouge your eyes out in support of Sam Neil and the crew of the Luis and Clark as they embark on a journey to save the Event Horizon (1997). Carl and Tom discuss the film and consider the film's interesting production. Don't be scared it's just a film (and don't actually gouge your eyes out; that would be the type of bad decision you keep getting told to a...

This week we cover everything fishy under the sea. Ever fancied the look of a fish person? So much you'd marry one? After our research, we wouldn't recommend it. Carl resists the destructive song of the siren and manages to finish the episode alone. What? Don't worry, it'll make sense once you have a listen; back to your regular programming next week. Find us Everywhere Podcast Carl Muircroft Tom...

Well look at what time it is, another fantabulastic podcast episode from your favourite strangers. Tonight (read this part in a spooky voice) we delve into the twisted fantasies of H. P. Lovecraft, as the boys encounter terrors from the deep! The film today (normal voice again is fine) is Dagon (2001) and for a low budget horror it really holds your attention. Listen to the review and find out if...

After the experience of Mad god (2021). Tom and Carl decide to sink further; with a whole episode dedicated to the Catabasis (or Catabasi?), the famous trips into the underworld. In this episode we just about manage to cover western depictions of the morbid adventure. This episode contains another Patreon sample; ooooh so lucky you are, aye?! Find us Everywhere Podcast Carl Muircroft Tom McGarity...

The lads view the grotesque fever dream Mad God (2021). Phil Tippet's dark mixed media magnum opus is a true work of art, but its also a visual feast that will leave you with a turned stomach. Tom and Carl give their thoughts on this obviously strange film. Tune in next week for a journey into the underworld. Find us Everywhere Podcast Carl Muircroft Tom McGarity Music Seb Camm   

We dedicate an entire episode to frogs; the fascinating prehistoric marvels of the animal kingdom. We explore their impact on western culture and what makes them such an adaptable and diverse species, and we barely scratch the slimy surface. Find us Everywhere Podcast Carl Muircroft Tom McGarity Music Seb Camm   

The little known 80's gem Hell Comes to Frogtown (1988) is dissected for science. Tom and Carl investigate the plot, themes and whether or not frogs can be sexy. The results are inconclusive.  Watch the film first here (thanks to RetroTV for the upload). Find us Everywhere Podcast Carl Muircroft Tom McGarity Music Seb Camm   

After a heartfelt birthday serenade The boys get stuck into the topic of the day; duality, or the culture around the male/female relationship. Learn how many genders the Bugis people of indonesia have, and what Plato thought the first humans looked like before Zeus interfered. Fas-cin-a'in stuff! Hoo-boy! Find us Everywhere Podcast Carl Muircroft Tom McGarity Music Seb Camm   

The film Men (2022) is the controversial subject of today's discussion. If this film missed your radar, or if you've avoided it because you thought the name to be gender-baiting, then go off and watch it. It's a well crafted artistic expression of misogyny/misandry, playfully explored through symbolism. This episode features a clip from one of the many Patreon episodes you can enjoy.  Find us Ever...

On the back of our chat on the metamodern masterpiece of cinema that is The Substance (2024), the strange boys get to grips with the concept of metamodernism. We help you understand the prefix meta, and how it's associated with a new cultural era. That's right people; look out your window, its happening now! During the episode, you'll hear Tom say he "hates this episode"; but don't let that put yo...

So we watched The Substance (2024), and yeah, like most of you, we thought it was maddening that Demi Moore didn't get the gong. This is a rare occasion where 2 Strange men stays topical; but it was a story too crazy to miss. We consider how great the film was and how art imitates life. Find us everywhere  Podcast  Carl Muircroft & Tom McGarity Music Seb Camm

In order to consider the strange subject of Birdman (2014), the strange ones embark on another discovery mission. Tom leads a fascinating deep dive into the concept of voices. The ones we hear that no one else can. I have no idea how we manage to make this conversation smutty, but that's just the expectation at this point. Enjoy. Find us Everywhere Podcast Carl Muircroft Tom McGarity Music Seb Cam...

We sit down and critique the unique and technically astounding Birdman (2014). Given our own backgrounds in theatre it made for some uncomfortable viewing, some rants, and some interesting conclusions. Look out for the next episode where we explore the follow-on topic: the voices in one's head. WARNING: This episode covers a sensitive topic (Suicidal Ideation). Please avoid if this is likely to af...

In the second episode we delve into the strange concepts that made Donnie Darko (2001) such a strange film. We consider the relation between Donnie's tangent universe, quantum mechanics and Norse mythology. It's no stretch to say we cover many worlds. Find out what all this has to do with dogs and marbles.    Podcast  Carl Muircroft & Tom McGarity Music Seb Camm

In the very first episode Tom and Carl give a heartfelt ovation to Donnie Darko (2001). If you have seen the film then you will know what makes it a perfect beginning to a podcast that looks at strange films. We delve into the director's cut version and unpack the reasons why this film was such an iconic film moment of the millennial era. Podcast  Carl Muircroft & Tom McGarity Music Seb Camm